Vanguard: Saga
of Heroes

E3 Coverage

Wednesday, May 10th

• Vanguard - The Next EverQuest?

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About Vanguard: Saga of Heroes

Game Description:
Welcome to Telon, a vast and ancient world of magic, intrigue and adventure. Facing the challenges of a war torn world, the diverse people here struggle to rebuild their once great civilizations. A fragile alliance has been struck, with the lands set upon by invading forces, the races must band together to survive. In the north, the sprawling green hills of Thestra are plagued by an unstoppable undead menace. To the south, the deserts of Qalia have been besieged by an elemental threat spawned from the depths of the earth and to the east; inhabitants of the tumultuous jungles of Kojan fiercely battle encroaching otherworldly fiends.

Telon is in desperate need of heroes. Your journey begins now.

Core Differentiating Experience:

• To a greater degree than any other MMO, Vanguard rewards collaboration among players:
• Actions of your group-mates can open exciting opportunities for you during battle.
• As your perception skill rises you can intercept danger before it befalls you or your group.
• Certain quests require the close collaboration of high level adventurers, diplomats and crafters.

Key Features:

• Discover intriguing adventures and fearsome creatures across two vast continents and an enchanted archipelago which form the ancient lands of Telon.
• Encounter the world as one of 19 classic fantasy races including dwarves, barbarians, a variety of elves, and exotic human/animal combinations.
• Guide your character along the path of one of 15 exciting professions including Paladin, Ranger, Sorcerer, Psionicist, Bard, and Rogue.
• Build chains of special attacks and reactions with Openers, Bridges, and powerful Finishing moves.
• Unique spells are distinctively enhanced when you possess special items.
• As a diplomat cunning words are your most powerful weapon as you curry favor in centers of power.
• Collect essential materials and use skills such as blacksmithing, alchemy and ship building to create valuable and powerful items.
• Travel on horseback, join a caravan, or take your entire group on a sea-based adventure to discover faraway lands.
• Make Telon feel like home by furnishing your own house with unique items.

[from the Sigil Games Online website]

About Sigil Games Online:

Based in Carlsbad, California, Sigil Games Online is a studio dedicated to creating massively multiplayer online (MMO) games. Founded in 2002 by Brad McQuaid and Jeff Butler, key figures in the development of award-winning EverQuest, the company plans to be a driving force in the continued evolution of this unique genre.

Sigil Games Online is comprised of an all-star team of experienced developers with an impressive pedigree of commercially successful and critically acclaimed online games. The company’s first game, Vanguard: Saga of Heroes, will be published by Microsoft and is scheduled for release in 2006.

[from the Sigil Games Online website ]