New Eden is about to be overrun by terrifying events in honor of the scariest time of year. This year’s Crimson Harvest event is just around the corner, and you better get ready because it is longer and more gruesome than ever before and brings spine-chilling rewards.
Expect monstrous loot drops, horrific in-game events, and blood-curdling rewards across the period, from 5 October to 6 November. There’s certainly plenty of gore and glory to sink your teeth into, and you should not miss out on the spooktacular attractions of Crimson Harvest.
HARVEST OF HORRORS
The Crimson Harvest puts capsuleers in the middle of the bloody conflict between the Blood Raider Covenant and the Order of Tetrimon. From 5 Oct to 6 Nov, you will find bone-chilling combat and hacking sites scattered throughout Highsec, Lowsec, Nullsec, and wormhole systems. More challenging sites, promising even greater rewards, can be found by those who dare to dig deeper into the mysteries of the void.
Getting involved in the horrific clash is as simple as picking a side through the Agency section for the event, before taking on unique sets of challenges, and rewards specific to your selected loyalty.
Community Fittings, supplied by EVE Partners and players, will be available to view during the event so you can put your best fit on. Combat sites will appear all over as anomalies in the Probe Scanner. Head into your preferred area of space, use the Agency Anomaly Scanner to scan down sites, then warp in to take on a series of frightening challenges in the dungeons that await. published
TRICK OR TREAT
It is the bloodiest time of year, and killing is a means of communication. During the Crimson Harvest event, PvP kills will drop loot at a higher rate, around 90% instead of the regular 50%. Find the pumpkin icon tagging the wrecks of your helpless victims and claim your bounties. Take care, though, as you might yourself fall victim to devious fiends who might be lurking in the shadows, waiting to pounce on you when you least expect it.
REAP THE GRIM REWARDS
Every day of the Crimson Harvest will bring devilish login rewards. Alpha and Omega players get separate rewards, with Omegas enjoying both sets every day, and upgrading at any time during the event unlocks all previous Omega rewards. The tasty treats on offer include boosters, SKINs, EverMarks, a generous amount of Skill Points and more. Get prepared and plan ahead, as not only will there be rewards given every day to those logging in, the 25th login during Crimson Harvest will be rewarded with 250.000 skill points for Omega and 75.000 for Alpha capsuleers.
Havoc hits EVE Online 14 Nov
Capsuleers!
The EVE keynote at this year’s 20th anniversary Fanfest was packed full of exciting news about EVE’s upcoming Havoc expansion, the intense new Vanguard FPS module heading to New Eden, and a steady stream of community developments to help EVE step triumphantly into its third decade.
First, Fanfest 2023 kicked off with a stellar welcome ceremony, attended by none other than Guðni Th. Jóhannesson, President of Iceland. Special thanks to President Jóhannesson for his warm words regarding EVE and its wonderful players.
Announcing Havoc, the next EVE expansion
One of the most anticipated announcements from the keynote was EVE’s next expansion - Havoc - releasing on 14 November! More details will be unveiled at the expansion presentation at 12:30 UTC on Saturday, which you’ll be able to watch live on CCP TV.
When Havoc hits New Eden, you’ll have the opportunity to align with one of two pirate factions: the Angel Cartel or the Guristas to aid the mysterious Deathless. Whichever side you choose, you’ll be tasked with undertaking insurgencies deep within the Factional Warfare frontlines, sowing chaos as you corrupt the warzone.
As well as this intriguing new twist on Factional Warfare, Havoc also opens up a new system for capsuleers to explore - and the gates to Zarzakh are open for you to experience! Soon, the mysterious Deathless will be calling on all capsuleers willing to help them with their research efforts, so stay tuned for further developments in this new system.
The Havoc expansion will also bring brand new ships. The stunning, highly desired Azariel-class Angel Cartel titan will make its first appearance in EVE with the release of the new expansion, along with a selection of powerful Angel and Guristas battlecruisers and destroyers.
Introducing The Vanguard
A new generation of war clones are about to impact New Eden, fighting for their survival and to free their consciousness. EVE Vanguard is a dynamic and evolving FPS experience in early development, and connected to EVE Online from Day 1.
You’ll be able to impact EVE Online directly through Frontline Corruption, fueling the war machine of New Eden when it comes online in December. Be among the first to join the ranks of the Vanguard by signing up today.
Further strengthening organizations!
Empower your corporation with Havoc’s enhancements to Corporation Projects and AIR Opportunities. Corporation Projects will become easier to manage, and more attractive to take part in. Automated project payouts (in ISK, LP and Evermarks) removes the need for manual payouts and with additional seven new contribution types added to Corp Projects you will see more variety in ways to engage your corporation members.
A new corporation project manager role will also help corporations plan their endeavours more efficiently, while a Clone / Repeat Project button will make recurring tasks much easier to manage.
Improvements are also being made to the discoverability of AIR Opportunities in the New Player Experience. All players can now see the latest opportunities available to them, and the UI will see improvements to give more prominence to this feature. In addition, players will be able to pause and come back to the AIR New Player Experience.
You can look forward to alliance and corporation emblems being added to the new ships in November as well as other great personalization options to come in 2024 and beyond.
For more details on the November expansion make sure you don’t miss the Havoc Expansion presentation at 12:30 UTC on Saturday followed by two panels at 14:00 and 15:00.
You can now watch the keynote on Youtube or catch up on all of today’s events over on CCP TV.
A new CSM and the latest community events
In further community news, work has begun with EVE player T’Amber to introduce player made SKINs. The first of these is the Megathron SKIN found in the Collector’s Edition, and more are being worked on right now.
Of course, it wouldn’t be Fanfest without the election of a new CSM! The results of the CSM18 election have just been announced, and we’re delighted to welcome your elected representatives to the latest iteration of the player council:
Kazanir
Alcoholic Satan
Luke Anninan
Angry Mustache
Storm Delay
Dark Shines
Mike Azariah
The Oz
Mark Resurrectus
Amelia Duskspace
To ensure the CSM represents a diverse variety of interests in EVE, CCP is also choosing two more candidates who finished the election in positions 11-20:
Kshal Aideron
Stitch Kaneland
We’re also thrilled to announce that Alliance Tournament XX will return once more in 2024! Full details of the tournament and prizes will be revealed in due course, but we’re looking forward to a very special 20th tournament.
PLEX For GOOD Forever
EVE players have long demonstrated their generosity, raising over 1.2 million dollars supporting humanitarian efforts through the PLEX For GOOD initiative. We’re delighted to announce that PLEX For GOOD will soon change to allow players to make contributions at any time.
Donations will be accepted continuously, and suggestions on which causes to support will be made in partnership between CCP and the CSM. Shortly after Fanfest, CCP will sit down with the newly-elected CSM18 and begin preparations to roll out this popular initiative on a permanent basis.
Project Discovery embarks on new research into cancer
The fourth phase of Project Discovery was also revealed at the keynote.
More than 700,000 of you took part in Project Discovery’s COVID-19 program, contributing a combined 330 years’ worth of research towards understanding the effects of the disease. The Project Discovery team will soon begin building on these incredible efforts to explore critical immune diseases, including cancer.
When the next phase of research begins in 2024, you’ll also be able to contribute to Project Discovery’s vital work using the new Play Science mobile app! This companion app will open up new ways for you to interact with Project Discovery, directly from your phone.
You can stay up to date with all the latest news and developments at the official EVE Online Project Discovery website.
Explore new gateways to the EVE universe
There are so many new ways to explore the unique universe of EVE on the horizon, and we’re excited to share updates on what’s next for New Eden.
EVE Galaxy Conquest is a 4X strategy game for mobile devices, where players will work as a team to battle opponents for interstellar supremacy. The game draws on the key components of what makes EVE so special - teamwork, combat, territorial control, politics - and reinvents them for an exciting mobile strategy experience.
Be among the first to take part in this fresh take on EVE’s unmistakable universe by visiting the official EVE Galaxy Conquest site.
For a more social slice of EVE, the keynote also featured the upcoming board game, EVE: War for New Eden. Produced in collaboration with Titan Forge, War For New Eden is designed for both existing fans and newcomers alike. Expect more of EVE’s signature space exploration, player-driven narratives, and strategic warfare, right on your own tabletop.
There’s plenty more to come tomorrow! Make sure you tune in throughout the day to stay on top of the very latest from this year’s Fanfest celebrations, and earn some exclusive Twitch Drops while you’re at it.
Don’t forget that you can save 20% on Omega and grab free Fanfest SKINs from the EVE Store as well. A 20% discount on Multiple Character Training is also up for grabs on the New Eden Store.
Fly safe and enjoy more Fanfest tomorrow!
Set sail for the stars
Bargain-hunting capsuleers,
It is time to take to the void in true style, with two brand new bundles inspired by WWI warships!
The Cosmic Captain pack gives you 3 days of Omega time, an Advanced “Boost” Cerebral Accelerator, 350 PLEX and 135,000 skill points as well as two trinkets. In addition to that, you also get WWI dazzle camouflage-inspired SKINs for frigate, destroyer and battlecruiser.
For the more destructive pilots out there, the Star Pilot pack gives you 7 days of Omega time, a Standard “Boost” Cerebral Accelerator, 295,000 skill points and three trinkets. In addition to that, you get a a WWI dazzle camouflage-inspired destroyer SKIN.
This limited time exclusive DLC bundle is only available between 22 and 27 September. Do not delay, capsuleers – disembark on a grand voyage across the expanse of space or the open sea, and never fail to reach for the stars.
CSM 18 NES Rewards
Balloting capsuleers,
Elections for the 2023 Council of Stellar Management (CSM18) are underway, and to celebrate EVE’s next season of player representation a selection of three gifts will be made available to all capsuleers for free through the NES on 8, 9, and 10 September:
8 September: Council Diplomatic Shuttle
9 September: Council Diplomatic Shuttle Semiotique Sports SKIN
10 September: Agency Support Drop
Additionally, as a special reward for those who vote in the CSM elections, any account which votes will also receive a free Council Diplomatic Shuttle SARO ‘Black Troop’ SKIN!
Vote for your preferred representatives and help guide EVE towards a brighter future.
If you haven’t yet ordered EVE’s 20th anniversary Collector’s Edition – produced in partnership with Limited Run Games – then you need to act fast! The Collector’s Edition is ONLY available by pre-order until 23:59 ET on 10 September and will not be on general sale anywhere.
Be sure to get your order in now so you don’t miss out on the exclusive contents, such as the exquisitely produced 8” Megathron ship model, adorable 6” Fedo plushie, an exclusive New Eden Soundtrack CD, EVE art print by Lloyd George, a blueprint poster, a lapel pin set, multiple DLC items, a signed certificate of authenticity, and more.
Limited Run Games are renowned for the craftsmanship and quality of their releases and the exclusive contents within. A number of the digital items included in the Collector’s Edition – specifically the SKINs -are also exclusive to the set, making EVE’s 20th anniversary feel like even more of a momentous occasion, beautifully encapsulated with this highly anticipated release.
Due to the cost of shipping, duties and taxes, for anyone who orders the 20th Anniversary Collector’s Edition, a sum of PLEX will be gifted, based on the total extra cost incurred by the customer. Make sure you read all the details in the Collector’s Edition – Update article before ordering.
EVE Operation: Epiphany
Sleuthing capsuleers,
Following the disruption of Guri Malakim activity surrounding ancient Jovian sites by capsuleers earlier this year and the still-ongoing recovery of fragmentary destroyer schematics from Angel and Guristas commanders, corrupted fragments containing structural data for what appears to be a Jove stargate have begun to circulate, marked with an enigmatic emblem.
Simultaneously, footage has emerged of both Cartel commando Rafik Zohar and Caldari Navy defector Esri Hakuzosu meeting with an unknown representative. The footage, showing the representative offering an invitation from the mysterious figure known only as the Deathless, has begun to spread across GalNet:
It would therefore appear, fearless capsuleers, that there are one or more stargates out there, waiting to be discovered. While it is unclear where such hidden stargates might lead, it is of the utmost importance that their locations be discovered as soon as possible. They may provide valuable insight into the Deathless, and shed new light on him and his motives. The locations of the gates are still unknown, but you can collect fragments from Guristas and Angel Commander wrecks that will aid you on your voyage of discovery. You will also need to recover Jovian Symbolic Navigators from Jove Observatories and use them in the correct star system, in the appropriate combination to get to the precise gate location.
Of course, this is no small undertaking, capsuleers, and for that reason there are handsome rewards on the line. As this is of utmost importance, the Society of Conscious Thought, led by Elder Mentor Matshi Raish, is offering the first pilot or group to unveil each gate an impressive reward of 50 billion ISK! Those who are successful in deciphering the fragmented records, and discovering the location of a Jovian stargate, should evemail Matshi Raish directly with the name of the relevant star system in the title. The evemail should include an outline of the solution path and a shared location folder containing a bookmark for the discovered stargate. The race is on, pilots, so don’t wait around – be the first to find those gates, have your name forever etched into EVE’s history, and reap the impressive monetary rewards.
The first round of Twitch Drops rewards offer Capsuleers the stunning Sunesis Violet Vellication SKIN, the head turning Gnosis Galnet StreamCast Unit SKIN, and enviably stylish male and female Semiotique Superlumina jackets. And each of them can be yours for free, just for catching up on the best streamed EVE Online content there is. Across Twitch you’ll find dramatic New Eden battles, fascinating developer sessions, update deep dives, insights into EVE’s forever, amazing fan content, and more.
All you need to do is link your EVE and Twitch accounts, and get watching EVE Online content across Twitch, from the official CCPTV channel to streams from approved channels. Here’s exactly how the process works:
Step 1: Login to your EVE Account from our special Twitch page
Step 2: Click ‘Link Twitch’
Step 3: Head to Twitch, login, and/or confirm the authorization to link your EVE and Twitch Accounts
Step 4: With the account linking confirmed, you can watch content on the official CCPTV Twitch channel, before claiming your rewards via Twitch’s ‘Drops & Rewards’ section
Step 5: Head back to your EVE account, and your rewards will be ready and waiting for you in the Redeeming section
This is just the beginning of EVE Online Twitch Drops. Stay tuned in future as new rewards become available. Watch your favourite content and get rewarded!
EVE Fanfest 2023 is sold out!
Fanfestive capsuleers,
We are excited to announce that EVE Fanfest 2023 is now sold out, with a record number of tickets sold, and is poised to exceed all previous iterations in terms of scope, number of capsuleers and sheer fun! This will be a great pinnacle of the 20 year anniversary celebration, and an explosive start to the third decade in New Eden. Laugardalshöll Arena will be brimming with capsuleers from all over the world and to ensure the optimal experience we have doubled the size of the event area, creating additional room for space friends and enemies to meet, hang out and socialize. But fear not, if you are not able to join EVE Fanfest on site this year, make sure to join us on CCPTV for the live streams on Friday 22 September and Saturday 23 September starting at 9:45 AM UCT.
The Making of EVE Online - An Escapist Documentary
One of the extra events at this year’s EVE Fanfest will be the premiere of The Making of EVE Online, a brand-new documentary made by the Escapist, on Thursday 21 September. The film provides a never-before-seen look into the evolution of the game over the past two decades and is a must-see for any capsuleer.
The premiere screening of the documentary will take place in Bíó Paradís, a cozy movie theater in the heart of Reykjavik where you can purchase drinks (including beer and wine) and snacks to enjoy before and during the show. This screening will include a Q&A session, with guests from the Escapist and CCP, and the theater experience will provide the optimal atmosphere to enjoy the documentary with your fellow capsuleers. Tickets to the screening are available now, and are very limited, so be sure to secure your seat.
Fanfest attendees who are unable to join the premiere will also get an opportunity to watch the film, as there are two free screenings on Thursday morning in a different setting. However, seats are limited, and guests will be admitted on a first come, first served basis.
We can’t wait to share this cinematic experience with you, as well as all the other exciting events EVE Fanfest 2023 has in store. See you there, capsuleer!
Get 10 days Omega for 10 PLEX!
Combatative capsuleers,
To mark the arrival of the long-awaited Alliance Tournament XIX, pilots can now trade just 10 PLEX for 10 days of Omega time, over at the New Eden Store! You have until 23:59 UTC on 20 August to seize this offer.
In addition to this, during ATXIX, you can head to the New Eden Store for a special 50% discount on IGС SKINs. The Gallente Federation sponsored IGС SKINs Bundle on offer contains SKINs for Brutix, Brutix Navy Issue, Ishtar, Vexor and Vexor Navy Issue.
Keep up with all the action and drama of ATXIX live over on CCP TV. The tournament kicks off on 12 August, giving you the chance to see EVE’s PvP aces assert their dominance and showcase their skills.
Pre-order Your Collector’s Edition Today
Dedicated Capsuleers,
Celebrate your connection to the community and legacy of EVE Online with the new 20th Anniversary Collector’s Edition, available to pre-order from today from Limited Run Games!
Released in limited quantities and packed with physical and digital contents you’ll not find anywhere else, it offers pilots from across the EVE universe a chance to take home their own permanent tribute to New Eden’s people, culture, technology, and community. Don’t miss out on this chance to own a piece of EVE Online’s remarkable history!
Produced in celebration of EVE’s 20-year milestone, the Collector’s Edition brings the most devoted Capsuleers incredible value. Featuring a stunning 8” Megathron ship model, an irresistible 6” Fedo plushie, an original EVE watercolor print by artist Lloyd George, an exclusive New Eden Soundtrack CD including never-before-released tracks (and a download code for the digital version), and a highly detailed 18” x 24” ship blueprint poster, it’s the ultimate collection for the most devoted Capsuleers.
Pick up your copy and you’ll also secure an unmissable high-quality metal lapel pin set featuring the logos of the four Empires and a commemorative 20th Anniversary pin, and a numbered certificate of authenticity signed by a CCP dev. That means you might find your certificate signed by CCP Hellmar, CCP Fozzie, CCP Aurora, or another member of the team. It’s also packed with digital items including two new exclusive SKINs for the Tornado and Vagabond, a Metamorphosis BPC, a full set of four Genolution Core Augmentation (CA) implants, and five SOCT ships.
Produced in collaboration with the collectible edition specialists at Limited Run Games, the items in the set pay tribute to EVE Online, and the legacy built by its community of players. Seize your chance to display that you belong to the greatest community there is.
Pre-orders for the 20th Anniversary Collector’s Edition, priced at USD $174.99, are open at Limited Run Games now.
Sincere thanks to every pilot that has made EVE Online what it is. Here’s to flying into our third decade together – perhaps while clutching a Fedo plushie.
