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Ashbane – A Progressive 4.3.4 WoW Experience

Realm: Obsidian (PvP) | Rates: Hybrid | Type: Custom with Quality-of-Life Improvements, Blizzlike Scripting

A Unique WoW Adventure Awaits

Ashbane offers an unparalleled, progressive World of Warcraft experience with our exclusive Expansion Bracket System. Begin your journey in Vanilla-era content and gradually unlock The Burning Crusade, Wrath of the Lich King, and Cataclysm, encountering new challenges and rewards with each phase.

Key Features:
- Quality-of-Life Enhancements
(AoE loot, Auto-Learn Core Spells, Cross-Faction activities, weekend double EXP rates, and more—tailored to community feedback.)
- Structured Expansion Phases with dynamic content unlocks
- PvP System:
- Ranked PvP begins at Bracket 4
- Seasonal rewards, Vicious Gladiator gear, and exclusive PvP titles
- Immersive Progression: Spanning dungeons, raids, and PvP content from Vanilla to Cataclysm


Community-Driven Updates:

We listen to our players. Recent adjustments based on community feedback:
- Extended Bracket System for a more structured progression
- Random Crate Adjustments – Gold drops have been removed


Revised Experience Rates:
- EXP: Increased from 1x to 3x
- Drops & Professions: 2x
- Reputation & Gold: 1x (Blizzlike balance maintained)
- Upcoming Feature Consideration: We are considering a personal EXP rate adjustment system, allowing players to set their own EXP rates between 1x and 3x for a customizable leveling experience.

For full Bracket details, visit our progression page: Progress - Ashbane.org


Upcoming Stress Test – Limited to 2 Hours

Before the official launch, we will conduct a stress test on (date TBA) to ensure server stability. This exclusive event includes:
- Instant Level 60 Start
- An Open-World Boss Fight to test server performance

Exclusive Stress Test Rewards:
- 50 Vote Points
- 5 Donation Points
- Unique Mount: Black Nightsaber (Redeemable on every character from the participating account)

The PTR will close on April 4 at 10:00 PM GMT+1, followed by a full wipe at 11:00 PM GMT+1, ensuring a fresh start for the official launch on April 5 at 12:00 PM GMT+1.

Stress Test Dates:
- March 27: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM GMT+1
- March 29: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM GMT+1


PTR Realm Launch – Join & Earn Exclusive Rewards

The Public Test Realm (PTR) launches on March 30 at 11:00 AM GMT+1 and runs until April 4 at 10:00 PM GMT+1, giving players an early chance to test Ashbane’s content before the official release.

PTR Schedule & Details:
- Start Date: March 30 at 11:00 AM GMT+1
- End Date: April 4 at 10:00 PM GMT+1
- PTR Wipe: All characters will be wiped on April 4 at 11:00 PM GMT+1 before the official launch
- Access: Available 24/7 for continuous testing

PTR Participant Rewards:
- 75 Vote Points
- 10 Donation Points
- Exclusive Mount: Fluorescent Green Mechanostrider (Redeemable on every character from the participating account)

Bounty Hunter Bug Report Rewards:

We’ve introduced a Bounty Hunter system for bug reporting! Earn rewards by submitting high-quality bug reports:
- 5 Vote Points and 1 Donation Point will be awarded for each validated bug report if the reporter includes a PTR character name in the bug report.
- To qualify for the reward, the reported bug cannot be a duplicate. Always use the search function to check for prior reports before submitting.
- The first reporter of a bug will always be qualified for the reward, regardless of whether the bug is fixed or not.
- Note: This reward system will be revoked and removed once the official launch happens.
- Bug reports can be submitted through our forum bug report section.


PTR Useful Commands for Progression:

To assist with testing and progression, the following commands are available during the PTR:
- .quest complete [questID] – Instantly completes a specific quest for testing quest rewards, progression, and other mechanics.
- .respec – Resets your character’s talent points, allowing you to test different builds or talent choices without waiting.


Hotfixes and Updates:
- Hotfixes will occur when necessary, with a focus on applying them outside of peak times to ensure minimal disruption to gameplay during the PTR.
- Major Fixes: Will be applied at the end of the PTR on April 4, following the final hours of testing.

Launch Updates & Hotfixes:
- Hotfixes will be applied as needed during the launch period.
- Major Fixes will be implemented every Wednesday at 05:00 AM GMT+1, starting with the first official maintenance.
- Daily Resets for quests and dungeons will occur every day at 05:00 AM GMT+1.
- Weekly Resets for raid IDs will take place every Wednesday at 05:00 AM GMT+1.

For more details, visit our website and check out all the information on how to join the official launch.


Official Launch & Launch Updates

The official Ashbane launch will take place on April 5 at 12:00 PM GMT+1. This will mark the beginning of our exciting progression journey.


Stay Connected:

- Website: Ashbane.org
- Forum: Forum - Ashbane.org
- DevTracker: Ashbane.org - DevLogs @Tracker
- Discord: Ashbane.org (Cataclysm)

We offer all localization files and full archived/torrent clients. Visit our Download Page for more details: https://www.ashbane.org/page/downloads

Join us on this epic adventure. Pre-register now and be part of something truly unique.