In Midnight, we’re adding the Slayer’s Rise battleground, outdoor World PvP objectives in the Voidstorm, and Training Grounds to help you get your PvP legs underneath you.
Slayer’s Rise Battleground
In Midnight, we’re introducing a major new PvP feature called the Slayer’s Rise battleground. Set in the Voidstorm, it is a 40 vs 40 epic battleground inspired by the large-scale battles that can be found in Alterac Valley and Isle of Conquest battlegrounds.
Setting: There is a conflict afoot between two powerful domanaar warlords fighting for control. Alliance and Horde forces will find themselves thrust in the middle of this conflict and aligned with one of these opposing domanaar.
Players will begin on opposite sides of the map and initially make their way to the middle where a 40 vs 40 brawl will take place over an initial control point that will give the controlling party an early advantage in the map.
Each side will then push down a lane toward the opposing base, destroying defenses and killing key NPCs along the way, in an attempt to ultimately defeat the opposing domanaar. Players will also need to break off to recruit neutral NPC forces to aid their side and help push through their lane. You and your team will need to balance a mix of attacking, defending, and recruiting as you progress through the battleground to claim victory.
Take Your PvP Outside
The Slayer’s Rise battleground will also have an accessible outdoor section of the Voidstorm zone, setting the stage for some epic world PvP. It is designed with points of conflict throughout and includes locations with PvP vendors and more.
Key Points of Interest:
- Horde Keep: Local Stories, Faction NPCs, and Guards
- Alliance Keep: Local Stories, Faction NPCs, and Guards
- Neutral PvP Hub: Dueling Area, PvP Vendors, Portals to PvP Areas
The area will also have regular World Quests for those who choose not to use War Mode, but greater rewards will be available to those who take part in the world PvP that the area supports.
Training Grounds
For players new to PvP, you can learn the PvP ropes in the Training Grounds. Expanding and revamping the idea found in Comp Stomp, players will join a battle against smarter game-controlled opponents in Arathi Basin, Silvershard Mines, and Battle for Gilneas. You’ll become more comfortable with how these battlegrounds work and how classes can work within them, gaining confidence and opening the door to more PvP experiences in the game. While players can expect winrates higher than 50%, the game-controlled opponents will not be pushovers. Skill and coordination will be required to achieve victory!
We look forward to seeing you in the fields of battle!