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The next update is almost here, and at ??? EST we will go live with EpicDuel Beta 1.0.9a!

Sorry to all those who waited patiently, but we will have to push to the update back to Saturday afternoon. Keep in mind this is a HUGE new feature, and we don't want to release something that that will break. We have to make this deadline so we can get to Cysero's wedding on time. You don't want to know what will happen if we're late! :!:

We experimented with grenades in the battle engine and found that they were either not useful or seriously broke the game's balance, however, we were able to use recycle some of that code and combine it with our skill perk concept to produce:

ROBOTS!!!
These feisty androids can wreak havoc on your opponents by delivering a standard attack or a special skill. These bots are designed to serve players at all levels, as their damage scales with Technology and Focus as a player levels up. The special skills will be unlike anything currently available, making for some truly interesting builds and dynamically changing dueling tactics. The first prototype robot will be available from the Overlord Guard at the Overlord Facility, Mirv in the Barrens, Talia in Fortune City, Ulysses in the Wasteland, and Xraal in the Bio Dome. We are very excited about this feature as it introduces nearly limitless possibilities for new skill and battle strategy! Plus, in the future you may be able to place one of these guys to guard your house!

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New Weapons!
The Overlord Guards have been sitting on a stockpile of incredible military hardware, and now after witnessing your prowess in battle, they are willing to offer it for sale. We have been listening to players regarding weapons needed for certain classes at different levels, and hopefully your pleas will finally be answered!

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New Styles!
We will be rounding out the update with 24 all-new styles for all classes and genders. Visit Steve 1.0 in Central Station or Steve 2.0 in Fortune City to check them out!

Remember, we are still offering the awesome RARE Marauder bike as a FREE GIFT for purchasing varium in EpicDuel, beginning with tonight's release! Players who purchase ANY AMOUNT of varium from the time of the update to the end of the promotion will receive this terrifyingly awesome vehicle for free! This is also the first bike to have SIX customizable colors! That's more than most armors!

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*It will also be available for purchase from the Overlord Guard for a limited time. Better hurry, because one the promotion is over, the bike will be gone forever!

Bug Fixes!

FIXED - Browser-crashing chat bug.

FIXED - Marauder Bike load bug.

FIXED - Auxiliary items with Tech bonuses are now calculated properly

Features coming over in the next several weeks:

Customizable weapon enhancements

Social Network integration (Share your accomplishments on Facebook and Twitter!)

Completely customizable player housing

New Battle Modes including 2vs1 Boss Battles, and Survival mode!

Tournaments for rare prizes

And much, much more!