On December 3, 2025, the new expansion “The Kingdoms of Harad” for The Lord of the Rings Online will be released. MeinMMO summarizes what is known about the release of the addon.
What do I need to know about “The Kingdoms of Harad”? The new expansion for The Lord of the Rings Online is set to be released on December 3, 2025, and is expected to cost around 37 euros in the standard version. The highlight features of the addon include:
- New story content and over 400 quests
- 4 new regions: the corrupted lands of Adagîm, the dried-out gorges of Kíghan, the scorched plateaus of An Shêru, and the once lively lakes of Idagâl
- 3 fresh dungeons and a raid (opens some time after launch)
- Increase of the maximum level to 160
Here you can see the trailer for “The Kingdoms of Harad”:
Middle-earth is in danger
What is “The Kingdoms of Harad” about? The new expansion is intended to complete the storyline surrounding “Song of Waves and Wind.” The developers describe the starting situation of the new adventure on lotro.com as follows:
The Kingdoms of Harad stand at a crossroads. As their rivalries intensify, an even greater threat is gaining strength. Gandalf has come to warn of the darkness rising in the south. The Thardúth, ancient servants of Morgoth, are rising again. They are harnessing forces that could throw Middle-earth out of balance.
Gain the support of the relatives of the coins as well as the grim Mizâdi, Shâra of the Renewed Hamât. Rival kingdoms clash, and old grudges resurface. From barren wastelands to corrupted forests to treacherous ruins, war looms on every horizon. Who will rise to the top of the Kingdoms of Harad to lead them into battle against the encroaching darkness… or even deeper into it?
What versions are available? The developers offer “The Kingdoms of Harad” in 3 different versions:
- Standard version for 36.99 euros (all contents of Kingdoms of Harad, title Vanguard, and Level-Up Pack 150)
- Collector’s version for 72.99 euros (all contents of the standard version (but different title) plus mounts, armor, companions, talisman, improved expedition supplies, additional gear slot)
- Ultimate fan bundle for 118.99 euros (all contents of the other versions (different title) plus many additional bonus items like an earring that provides an XP bonus up to level 150, monster play skin, and housing teleport item)
The complete list of all contents of the 3 versions can be found at lotro.com.
Don’t miss: Until December 7, 2025, you can secure large parts of the content of The Lord of the Rings Online, which you would normally need to purchase or earn, for free using a code. You can find all the information here: The MMORPG of The Lord of the Rings is giving away part of its DLCs, with a code you save time and money
