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The World of Guild Wars 2

Updated Sun, Sep 19, 2010 by Sardu

THE WORLD OF GUILD WARS 2

Unlike traditional MMOGs, the world of Tyria in Guild Wars 2 is constantly in motion. Below you will find a collection of preview articles ranging from what the world looks like now that the Elder Dragons have returned, to the dynamic events and personal stories you'll have the opportunity to experience and explore in the game.

We'll be adding plenty of fresh details about the world of Tyria and your character's place in it over the coming weeks and months, leading up to and beyond the official launch of Guild Wars 2. As new materials such as maps, level ranges of zones and the locations of the Asura gate network become available, this will be your one stop shop for world-related guides come launch day, so be sure to bookmark us and check back often!

Primordus

THE ELDER DRAGONS
Powerful ancient beings that have forever changed the world of Tyria upon their awakening.

Personality in GW2

PERSONALITY AND IMMERSION
The impact of dialogue and choice, and how the world of Tyria reacts to your characters.

Shiverpeaks in GW2

THE CHANGING LANDSCAPE OF TYRIA
See what changes 250 years and the Elder Dragons have made to the world of Tyria.

Languages in GW2

WRITTEN LANGUAGE
Each written language you see in Tyria can be read... if you and your fellow players can translate them.

Personal Story in GW2

THE IMPACT OF PERSONAL STORY
Right from the start you will begin a unique personal story for each of your characters in the game.

Activities in GW2

THE INTERACTIVE WORLD
The Order of Whispers, Durmand Priory and the Vigil - which will you choose to ally yourself with?

Dynamic Events in GW2

DYNAMIC EVENTS
The world of Tyria is anything but static - events happen all around you, and it's up to you to decide their outcome.

Please Note: As the game is still in development, the content listed here is considered to be "preview guides". Full guides for Guild Wars 2 will be added closer to the game's official launch.

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