The Elder Scrolls Online: Summerset Released

Summerset, the new, bright and sunny, elf-themed expansion, or chapter as they call it, for Bethesda’s MMO The Elder Scrolls Online is now available for purchase on PC and Mac. The expansion offers a brand new zone to explore, a new epic Elder Scrolls storyline, new skills, updated crafting system, and plenty of new items. And if this sounds like something right up your alley, you can buy the expansion from a variety of retailers, or just use Steam. Here’s the official cinematic trailer; bright, action-packed, and exciting:

And a bit about the expansion’s contents:

SUMMERSET CHAPTER

For the first time in history, Queen Ayrenn of the Aldmeri Dominion has decreed that Summerset’s borders are to be opened to foreigners. However, a mysterious threat looms over the island, and Daedric forces have begun to emerge from the shadows. Travel to the island of Summerset, gather your allies, and unravel a conspiracy that threatens all of Tamriel.

This new Chapter includes:

• A new zone to explore: Summerset
• An epic new story featuring new and returning characters such as Razum-dar
• The Psijic Order guild & Skill Line
• A new crafting system: Jewelry Crafting
• A new 12-player Trial: Cloudrest
• New item sets, collectibles, and styles

Explore a Massive New Zone

On the island of Summerset, you will find shining cities, a pristine wilderness, and the ancient culture of the proud High Elves. However, upon closer examination, you’ll also discover many dangers: monstrous beasts, long-forgotten ruins, ancient enemies, and a dark malevolence that lurks beneath the surface of the fabled land.

As you explore the island, you’ll discover World Bosses, Public Dungeons, Delves, a new group challenge called Abyssal Geysers, and all manner of quests and adventures. You can read more about some of the adventures you can have when traveling through Summerset in our preview article.

Experience an Epic New Story

An ancient evil plots from the shadows, and Queen Ayrenn needs your help to investigate the rising threat on Summerset and put a stop to it before it can spread to all of Tamriel. As you and your companions investigate, you shall encounter both new and familiar allies, travel all over the Isle of Summerset, and confront a deadly Daedric conspiracy.

Join the Psijic Order

350 years ago, the mysterious organization known as the Psijic Order and their island home of Artaeum vanished from the face of Tamriel. In this new Chapter, you can travel to the island’s new location, become a member of their ancient monastic order, and help the Psijics seal destructive time breaches that threaten reality itself!

The Psijics are masters of mysticism and the Old Ways, and should you become a member, you’ll unlock a brand-new Skill Line. These powerful Abilities can be acquired by any of your ESO characters and allow you to control time itself! Lean more about the Psijic Order Skill Line in our preview article.

Craft Your Own Jewelry

With ESO: Summerset, you’ll be able to create your own custom-made rings and necklaces. Jewelry Crafting Stations can now be found throughout Summerset and the rest of Tamriel, and you’ll be able to acquire specific Jewelry Trait items and materials by completing set activities.

Find out everything you need to know about Jewelry Crafting with our preview and guide.

Save Cloudrest

The city of Cloudrest has gone dark, and Summerset’s gryphon-riding knight protectors, the Welkynar, have vanished. In this 12-player Trial, you and your team must enter the city, battle your way through the shadows, and put a stop to the ancient foe at the heart of its corruption. Discover the dangers you must face atop Eton Nir with our Cloudrest preview article.