Eligible Inactive EQ Players Can Experience the Evolution of EverQuest^® II for FREE this Summer!

For a limited time only, all inactive (in good standing) EQ players can start building a new legacy in the world of EQII for FREE until Sept. 30, 2008! New adventures and new experiences await the legends who choose to fight. A whole new world full of nostalgic EQ zones, lore and creatures are open for exploration. Journey through Norrath with breathtaking graphics and amazing gameplay mechanics all built from your hardcore heritage.

The quest continues: Visit the event schedule

• Free Game Play – All inactive former trial and EQ subscription accounts (in good standing) have been activated to enable free EverQuest II gameplay between Aug. 4, 2008 and Sept. 30, 2008.
• Free Rise of Kunark All-In-One Pack – Access the latest content and keep a complimentary digital copy of this compilation edition when you convert to a paid monthly subscription for EQII.
• Discount Coupon – Receive $5.00 (or local currency equivalent) off the purchase of the next EQII expansion (scheduled for release Fall 2008) if you convert to a paid monthly subscription by October 13, 2008 and purchase the expansion through the Station Store by Dec. 21, 2008.
• Unique Bundle of In-Game Items – Available for all new legends.
• Available Upon Log In:
• Outdoor Pet Drake – Receive a Lava Drake for your evil character and a Fae Drake for your good character
• Pouch of the Prodigal – 12 slot bag
• XP Potion Pack – Three-pack of potions to jump-start your advancement
• Granted Upon Purchase and Release of the next EQII Expansion Pack:
• Cloak of the Void – A specially-designed cloak created exclusively for the upcoming expansion
• Player Events – Celebrate all summer long with the community.
• Participate in several scheduled pre-launch in-game events leading into the next expansion pack.
• Access content from robust game updates, many offering new zones.
• Legends of Norrath™ – Free game client, starter pack, booster pack and access to competitive prize tournaments.
• Contests & Promotional Offers – Opportunity to participate in events to earn EQII merchandise, a free copy of the upcoming EverQuest II expansion pack, a beta invitation and in-game items.

Join The Newsletter Now:
Join the EQII newsletter list to receive promotional opportunities, information on unique events, receive exclusive art from the next expansion pack, event and other up to the date Living Legacy notifications. Click here. Sign in with your Station Account name and password. Select “My Account” from the top menu bar and select drop down to menu “Change Email Settings.”  Select the EverQuest II game and click “Apply.”

Get Started Now:
To download EverQuest II click here for the installer. The download may be quite large and take a significant time. If you do not have your Station account name and password click here.

Experience the Evolution:
EverQuest II has earned its place in the MMO world and lived up to everything it was originally designed to be. The game has changed and the world has grown. EQ has shaped its progression and it’s your turn to advance to the next step.

• Experience your favorite EQ zones, but with new adventures – Journey through Kelethin, Neriak, Unrest, Butcherblock, Crushbone, Kunark, Sebilis, Veeshans Peak, Karnors Castle and the Skyfire Mountains.
• Complete restructuring of the level 1 - 20 experience and removal of the access quests for overland zones.
• With regularly scheduled game updates the world now offers a vast variety of gameplay, with more to do, more to see and more places to access. Less complication, more fun and with easier progression.
• The loot system is now tiered better for your player level, thus quest drops and random loot are now much more aligned.
• Advancements to crafting have greatly increased, creating more options and a better player experience.

Download the updated map of Norrath and the Quick Reference Guide.