It seems, from the discarded and chaotic writings of former residents, that many generations of settlers have found Aeternum and attempted to make it their home, but ultimately failed to control the spreading Corruption. In theory it’s a rich land of opportunity, were it not for the raging corruptions that have compromised the health of the island. As you explore the island, you will traverse thick forests, sparse mountains, and beaches that stretch beyond the horizon, beset with Settlements where resources have been gathered and researched. In fact, Aeternum’s flora and fauna (not to mention magical minerals) make it a place of great scientific intrigue. Despite its size, the island houses a wide range of biomes, natural diversity, and resources that prove useful to any newcomers, but have proved impossible to tame. The basicsĭiscovered some time in the Age of Exploration, Aeternum was named The Eternal Isle by The Ancients.
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The problem is how to sift fact from innocently embellished fiction – a task which will consume the minds of the most curious newcomers to Aeternum. As a character tasked with exploring this new frontier, you’ll come across countless friendly faces who will share with you their stories and memories of this once great land. Shifting and changing for thousands of years, Aeternum has eluded any simple attempt to document its ever-deepening history.
Rather than being handed tomes of lore to sift through, you are instead encouraged to explore this land for yourself, asking questions and getting to know the varied (and usually unreliable) characters found along the way.Ĭompelling inhabitants aside, by far the most complex and intriguing character in the game is the Eternal Isle itself – Aeternum. From washing up against the shore in your first moments, to battling for the honour of your faction, the story of New World is intertwined with every action.
Amazon Games’ MMO New World has proved immensely popular with genre stalwarts and newcomers alike.