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Neverwinter gets new R.A. Salvatore inspired ‘Northdark Reaches’ module

by: Jason -
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Free-to-play MMORPG Neverwinter received its 24th module (expansion) called Northdark Reaches today on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. This new module is inspired by the “The Way of the Drow” series of books from R.A. Salvatore.

Check out some key features of the new update and a new trailer below:

  • New Adventure by R.A. Salvatore and Geno Salvatore – Descend into the Underdark to experience the first part of a two-part storyline and campaign written in collaboration with New York Times bestselling author R.A. Salvatore and Geno Salvatore
    • New campaign lets you experience the events that take place in between Starlight Enclave and Glacier’s Edge, the first two books of The Way of the Drow series from R.A. Salvatore.
  • Northdark Reaches Adventure Zone & Campaign – Explore Northdark Reaches, the iconic Dungeons & Dragons underground domain of the Underdark -- and go on a secret mission to discover the fate of Braelin Janquay, the missing scout and friend of Bruenor Battlehammer, amidst tensions and political intrigue among the houses of Menzoberranzan.
    • The adventure zone includes the following new features:
      • New Quests – Embark on epic quests, encounter beloved Dungeons & Dragons Forgotten Realms characters and experience the Underdark in a whole new way as you join forces with Minolin Fey to discover what happened with Braelin Janquay!
      • New Bosses – Go up against the deadliest bosses within the Underdark, like the drow warden Levira Vandree, the drider Ilvara Mizzrym, and the righteous Keeper of the Gate, and take on challenging heroic encounters.
      • New Gadgets & Rewards – By successfully completing quests, you can unearth helpful gadgets and use your hard-earned House Baenre Coins to earn rewards, including the new Dark Maiden’s Gear set, Item Level 1600 Companion Equipment and powerful Blaspheme weapons, which can be further upgraded after completing the main story of the Northdark Reaches.
  • “Temple of the Spider” Dungeon Remastered – Return to the Temple of the Spider like never before as you clear it of new servants of Lolth!
    • The updated version of the dungeon features new and revamped bosses, enemies, rewards, along with Normal and Master difficulty options.
  • Quality of Life Improvements - This new module introduces an inventory and insignia system update, along with Neverwinter community-requested changes to the Wizard class.