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June 2011 Update

This official news post is copyrighted by Jagex. It is a direct quote from the RuneScape website.
This update was added on 1 June 2011.

Read my review to this update here: My Review June 2011

Eager to try out a new item slot? Forget rings, quivers or shoe slots: if you’re fashionable you’ll want an aura slot! Before the release of these buffing items, there’ll be two other updates in which you’ll have to overcome some imposing obstacles: a sea monster in our newest master quest, and a troll invasion in a new distraction and diversion.

Deadliest Catch (members)

This month’s master quest will ring bells for anyone interested in the guaranteed content polls. As named by you, the sea monster Thalassus has been terrorising the cold and inhospitable oceans to the north. No one has survived to sketch a picture of this hulking beast, but the inns are full of rumours: Thalassus is the size of the Wizards’ Tower, they say; sailors are eaten and digested while still alive in its belly.

Fisherman Jones wants to end the scare stories by landing the beast (gaining a little glory in the process). To join him, you’ll need a Fishing level of 70, a Hunter level of 67 and a Thieving level of 60, and there’s wieldable fishing nets on offer, and a range of bank deposit boxes to unlock if you do. The quest also offers you the opportunity to embark ten more times for additional Hunter XP, should you prove to be an enviable harpooner.

Troll Invasion (members)

Forget forum trolls: if you want a real nuisance, you can’t beat the real thing! Trolls are swarming down the hills of Burthorpe and are threatening to lay waste to any imperial guard that gets in their way. Who can stop them? Well, you, of course, but in two very different ways. This month’s single-player distraction and diversion allows you to choose between taking the trolls on in straight combat, or tending the defences that hold them back. Better still, there are no requirements to do so.

Take to the battlefield and you will face 20 waves of increasingly belligerent trolls, from the common mountain troll to the summoning troll, dynamite troll and Cliff, who – you’ve probably guessed – ate an entire cliff face for his first meal. If that proves too easy, there’s a more intense 7 wave version to conquer, which has an increased difficulty level.

For the skill-focussed among you, there is the option of keeping the gatehouse maintained instead. Tend to the ballista, top up the oil vats and repair broken barricades to keep the trolls from being successful. Your actions will increase the morale of the troops, who will fight back with increased vigour. Hold out for 10 minutes (the time it takes for a troll to get hungry for Burntmeat’s cooking) and the victory is yours. You will gain an XP tome for your first defence each month, and smaller XP rewards for any defence you complete after that.

Loyalty Rewards (members)

Last but not least, this month sees a huge selection of exciting rewards that you’ll be able to access through the Members Loyalty Program. Earn Loyalty Points to unlock a fantastic range of items, from custom titles to unique emotes, exclusive new costumes and amazing auras in a new player worn slot.

Don’t forget to register within the first two weeks of launch to take advantage of our introductory offers on the fantastic selection of rewards!

Have fun!

Mod Mark
RuneScape Lead Designer

 
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June 2011 – My Review

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My review of the “Behind The Scenes 2011 June” update.
Read original June update here: June 2011 Update.

New Item Slot (Aura):
I believe this new item slot will unveil a whole new dimension to the game, allowing us to do things we’d never have imagined, although we’re still left in wonder about what an “Aura slot” is you can’t help but imagine the possibilities of this update.

New Master Quest (Deadliest Catch):
As many will already know in a poll released by Runescape the theme of this event was a vote option within the poll therefore, user-generated content vindicated the quest theme. From past experience with Master Quests I can only hope this quest is as trilling and excited as the last have been. I’m really looking forward to getting stuck in with this quest and the chance of receiving some luscious rewards?

Distraction and Diversion (Troll Invasion):
Ever since the first Distraction and Diversion back in September 2008, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed taking myself away from what I’m doing whether it be slayer, fletching, firemaking to take part in an event of which to reap some rewards. And after reading up on this one, I feel this could be the best one yet, with a plan similar to the “Fight Caves” this could be a really interesting and enjoyable event.

Loyalty Rewards/ System:
This part of the update I’m really having mixed views about I’m worried that existing members are going to be given the same privileges as newer members which could possibly result in in-game riots and forum rants. But the thought of adding to/ customizing your weapons makes your imagination run wild. I suppose we’ll have to just wait and see!

This review was debated and reviewed by both Matlocked and I Kingace I

I hope you found this interesting, stay tuned!

Matlocked

 
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