WoW: World First! Team Liquid takes the victory, this time really

The race for the World First Kill in World of Warcraft Midnight is over. Team Liquid has dominated and was the first to defeat L’ura.

It’s over. Team Liquid has succeeded and defeated the Dawn of Midnight, the final fight against L’ura in the march on Quel’danas on mythic difficulty. This is currently the toughest boss in World of Warcraft. With this, Team Liquid emerges as the winner of this race for the World First Kill. Congratulations!

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Team Liquid claims the World First Kill of L’ura

What made the fight so difficult? In the fight against L’ura, there were many difficulties. First, it turned out that some mechanics on mythic difficulty were so complex that the pros resorted to writing their own addons to use them in the fight. Blizzard had to relent, further restrict addon functionalities, and at the same time provide more official options to master these mechanics.

The next turning point was that L’ura on mythic difficulty had a secret fourth phase, which had no prior hint. This led to premature jubilation that then turned into surprise. This final phase demanded everything from the pros once again.

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How long did the race last? The race lasted just over 13 days, although progress was staggered. The final raid, that is, the march on Quel’danas, only opened a week ago. The pure time in the last raid was therefore just under 7 days.

In numbers, the race was quite impressive, as L’ura proved to be exceptionally resilient. The pros from Liquid required a hefty 474 attempts to secure the victory.

What about other guilds? At the time of this article (April 7, 2026, 00:40 AM), Echo is narrowly in 2nd place (raider.io). They are also in the 4th phase of L’ura and have brought the Naaru down to 1% of its health points. Only seconds separated this guild from snatching the victory away from Liquid – but it was not meant to be.

What did you think of the race for the World First Kill in the first season of World of Warcraft Midnight? An exciting race that was interesting until the last second? Or did you think that this staggered raid structure harmed the race?

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Elden Ring: Finding bell bearings and buying smithing stones – All locations 2026

Upgrading your weapons is an important part of Elden Ring. For that, you also need the appropriate smithing stones. With bell bearings, you can buy these without limits. MyMMO shows you their locations.

Update, April 07, 2026: The article has been reviewed and is up to date.

What are bell bearings? These are items that you can hand over to the NPC merchant “Twin Maiden Husk” at the Roundtable Hold. In exchange, their offer expands to new items depending on which bell bearing you hand over.

Especially important are the bell bearings of the smithing stone miner and the dark smithing stone miner. Because these bring the important smithing stones and dark smithing stones with which you can upgrade your weapons.

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Why is this so important? Without the bell bearings, you rely on items in the game world and the random drop chance from certain enemies to find smithing stones.

This restricts you significantly. With the bell bearings, all levels are available for purchase; you just need to collect runes. Since Patch 1.05, bell bearings that have been found once are also carried over to New Game Plus.

We will reveal to you where to find them and which upgrade materials you can buy with them.

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This is the NPC merchant at the Roundtable Hold where you can hand over your bell bearings.

Locations for the bell bearing of the smithing stone miner

This is how the upgrade with smithing stones works: Smithing stones are for your “normal” weapons, meaning all that are not legendary or originated from boss echoes. In total, you can upgrade these weapons up to +25.

Here’s the breakdown:

Smithing Stone 1Up to +3
Smithing Stone 2Up to +6
Smithing Stone 3Up to +9
Smithing Stone 4Up to +12
Smithing Stone 5Up to +15
Smithing Stone 6Up to +18
Smithing Stone 7Up to +21
Smithing Stone 8Up to +24
Ancient Dragon Smithing StoneUp to +25

You can unlock smithing stones of levels 1-8 through bell bearings at the merchant. In total, there are 5 bell bearings of the smithing stone miner. Here are the locations:

For smithing stones 1 & 2 – Bell Bearing of the Smithing Stone Miner 1

Here you can find them:

  • The bell bearing is located in the northern lakes region of Liurnia, northeast of the Raya Lucaria academy.
  • There you will find the Seliana crystal tunnel. Defeat the boss and you will receive the bell bearing.
Elden Ring Sound Pearl 1

For smithing stones 3 & 4 – Bell Bearing of the Smithing Stone Miner 2

Here you can find them:

  • The bell bearing pearl is located in the sealed tunnel leading to the Holy Tower of West Altus. It is hidden in a chest behind some wooden crates and other debris.
  • The hiding place is not far from the main entrance; go through the entrance tunnel and keep to the right wall.
Elden Ring Sound Pearl 2

For smithing stones 5 & 6 – Bell Bearing of the Smithing Stone Miner 3

Here you can find them:

  • This bell bearing is located on the mountaintop of the giants, hidden in the ruins of Zamor. From the site of grace, you need to head west.
  • In a larger area of the ruins, there is a staircase leading to an underground area with a treasure chest. You will find it there.
Elden Ring Sound Pearl 3

For smithing stones 7 & 8 – Bell Bearing of the Smithing Stone Miner 4

Here you can find them:

  • The last bell bearing of the smithing stone miner is hidden in the Fallen Farum Azula.
  • It is not far from the grace “Dragon Temple Altar” as a reward for the boss fight against the Godskin Duo.
Elden Ring Sound Pearl 4

On page 2, we continue with the dark smithing stones.

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Crimson Desert: Metacritic – This is what the reviews say

It won’t be long until the release of Crimson Desert, but before fans decide to purchase, they want to know what the reviews promise. Therefore, we summarize the impressions of the first testers.

When can you expect reviews? On March 18, 2026, at 11:00 PM, the review embargo for all testers was lifted, and with it, the first reviews were published. So far, things look solid for Crimson Desert, as the game boasts an average score of 78 points based on currently 94 reviews on Metacritic (as of May 19, 08:24 AM).

Reviews have also been published with us and GameStar & GamePro, and overall, they look good. Here are the tests:

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78 Score on Metacritic speaks of an impressive open world

What can I expect? On Metacritic, 94 tests have been conducted, which are divided as follows (as of March 19, 08:24 AM):

  • PC: 94 reviews with a total score of 78
    • 63 positive
    • 21 mixed
    • 1 negative
  • Xbox and PlayStation have no reviews yet

Forbes has aptly described Crimson Desert for all doubters. When asked if the game is really that big, plays well, and keeps you entertained throughout, the tester simply answered “Yes” to all three questions.

MMORPG.com is also convinced that Crimson Desert will positively influence many future open-worlds. It is a masterpiece, especially strong in performance on PC and its graphics.

Is there anything to criticize? Yes, there were things that the first testers were not pleased with. Especially regarding the story. As Game8 describes, it lacks a clear direction. Plot lines often seem disjointed.

Game Rant deepens the statement by explaining that fans who prefer a linear narrative are more likely to experience frustration. Fans who prefer to do their own thing – like in Dark Souls – will find it more enjoyable.

Brief overview – What is Crimson Desert? Crimson Desert is set in a high-fantasy world, home to various races such as orcs, dwarves, dragons, humans, and more. You take on the role of Kliff, a powerful warrior of the Graymanes. Your goal is to reunite your crew, navigating through the world of Pywel. More about Crimson Desert can be found here: Crimson Desert will be released on Thursday – everything important in 3 minutes (now with experience report)

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Crimson Desert: The 3 playable characters and their classes

Crimson Desert is the new open-world role-playing game from the makers of Black Desert and was released on March 19, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series, MacOS, GeForce Now, and PC. MeinMMO introduces you to the three playable characters and their unique traits.

Update, April 7, 2026: The article has been reviewed and is up to date.

Kliff Macduff is the main character of Crimson Desert. He is the one who sets out to find the survivors of his Graymane clan after the attack by the Black Bears. The fighter, who visually resembles Jon Snow from the series Game of Thrones, appeared long as the only playable character in the official trailers.

Since the end of January 2026, however, we know that there will be a total of three playable characters in Crimson Desert. Below we introduce you to the trio and their special features and reveal to you – based on the gameplay shown so far – who might suit you.

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The playable characters in Crimson Desert

You can control the following three fighters through the game world of Pywel in Crimson Desert – they have different combat styles, weapons, talent trees, and skills:

  • Kliff Macduff: We already know the main character of the game from the first trailers. Kliff is armed with a sword, shield, and bow. But he also has “wrestling” moves and can cast elemental spells thanks to a magical bracelet.
  • Damiane: The fighter usually uses a two-handed claymore in the current trailers but is still agile and relies on precise dodging in combat. From a distance, she can also deal damage, for which she uses a handy pistol, a musket, or casts spells. Additionally, she protects herself with a small buckler and can switch to a faster rapier.
  • Oongka: The muscle-bound brute uses a massive axe to whirl through enemies and an explosive cannon on his wrist. He can also grab his enemies and slam them to the ground, causing massive damage. Furthermore, Oongka loves to launch things into the air.

Note that we will obtain the characters Damiane and Oongka while Kliff’s story unfolds. Everyone starts with Kliff, gradually unlocks the other playable characters, and can switch between them with the push of a button – similar to, for example, GTA 5. For Oongka, you will have to wait until Act 8, you will earn Damiane during the first acts.

Attention: The developers say that with the alternative fighters, you can explore the open world and play many quests outside the main story. However, the contents of the main story are said to be exclusive to Kliff. There are only a few missions in the game world where you have to control one of the other two characters.

If you choose a fighter, the others can accompany you on your adventure through the open world and fight by your side. However, this apparently does not work during certain boss fights and sequences of the main story.

What there isn’t: A coop mode where you can control the 3 fighters together with your friends.

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Which character suits me?

Basically, you should enjoy action-packed melee combat against larger groups of enemies, where you have a variety of options and powerful attacks available. In Crimson Desert, there is no character that is particularly defensively oriented, hiding behind a large broad shield and simply blocking most attacks.

Likewise, you won’t find a pure ranged fighter who only fights enemies from a safe distance here. Nevertheless, Kliff, Damiane, and Oongka differ enough at first impression to cater to different tastes.

  • Oongka is reminiscent of the giant from Black Desert, who also charges into battle with a large axe and sweeps through groups of enemies. In the MMORPG, this character belongs to the beginner-friendly classes that rely on easy-to-learn attack combos while still taking down foes by the dozen. In Crimson Desert, his sluggishness means he often takes damage. However, where he strikes with his battle axe, great hammer, or two one-handed weapons, no grass grows. Those who prefer a simple, somewhat rough playstyle will likely have fun with Oongka.
  • Damiane starts with a rapier and mini-shield. She can switch to a two-handed sword, spear, and two one-handed weapons. In combat, she appears much more agile than Oongka, constantly dodging and intermittently using her pistol or musket for additional damage.
  • Kliff is the all-rounder of the team. He combines attacks with a sword, shield, and bow with wrestling moves, throws, jump attacks, and elemental spells. He can also utilize a spear, a large two-handed sword, two one-handed weapons, or his fists to deal damage. This gives him the widest selection of weapons. This flexibility is perfect if you want to be optimally equipped for every situation.

The developers emphasize that initially you only have a small selection of skills for your character. Many additional options, weapons, and skills will only be learned throughout the adventure. This motivates and allows you to gradually get to know the arsenal of a character.

Note that we have so far only been able to play Kliff in previews. As soon as we are allowed to test Damiane and Oongka in practice, we will update the article.

What kind of game is Crimson Desert? Unlike Black Desert, the current game from developer Pearl Abyss, Crimson Desert will be a pure single-player experience, but it aims to shine with comparable strengths – such as beautiful graphics and a brutal combat system.

The previous trailers not only impress with their great visuals and dynamic combat in the open world (with wrestling moves, destructible siege machines, and horseback battles), but they also showcase activities such as fishing, ballooning, flute playing, arm wrestling, parkour climbing, taming mounts, and much more.

The setting (the harsh continent of Pywel) and the characters of Crimson Desert are strongly reminiscent of Westeros from Game of Thrones with their Western style. The main character Kliff resembles a certain Jon Snow. You can even ride dragons, like the Targaryens

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MrBeast lets 50 streamers compete for 1 million dollars, winner distributes the money to his fans on Twitch and cashes in on it

50 of the biggest streamers from YouTube, Twitch and Kick competed against each other at MrBeast to earn 1 million dollars for their communities. The winner got double the prize.

What was this project about? Over the Easter weekend, the famous YouTuber MrBeast had 50 streamers from YouTube, Twitch, and Kick compete against each other. There was 1 million US dollars to win for the community of the victorious content creator, and there were also cash prizes raffled off during the show.

Some of the biggest names in streaming participated, including xQc, Pokimane, and the European record streamer ibai. The event took place over 2 days, with most participants eliminated on day 1. The 4 remaining finalists then competed in the grand finale on April 5, 2026. They were:

xQc was not only a participant himself but is also considered a doppelgänger of finalist Rubius.

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Streamer benefits, even though he distributes all the money

This is how the event turned out: After a series of challenges, several of which revolved around guessing the images or names of the opponents, YourRage emerged as the winner. The other finalists still managed to take home 50,000 dollars for their communities.

YourRage immediately jumped into his own Twitch stream to distribute the money to his fans. However, initially, his manager, as well as his editors and Twitch mods, received a portion of the money, totaling 150,000 dollars.

However, the winner did not come away empty-handed either: While the streamer was distributing the money, the subs, the paid subscriptions on Twitch, came pouring in. At one point, YourRage had over 102,000 active subs, making him the most-subscribed streamer on Twitch. At times, so many new subscriptions came in that the chat looked completely “broken”.

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Most of these subscriptions are Tier 1 subs and Prime subs worth 4.99 $, of which 70% typically go to the streamer. Therefore, YourRage likely earned approximately 350,000 US dollars or 300,000 euros with his giveaway stream.

The last time the streamer had this many subscriptions was in October 2025 during Kai Cenat’s “Mafiathon” streaming marathon. Normally, YourRage tends to have about 10,000 active subscriptions. Additionally, YourRage hit a peak of nearly 265,000 simultaneous viewers, with an average of about 175,000 watching. Both of these are new records for the streamer and could bring him additional income from advertising and placements.

And MrBeast also did quite well with the event:

Despite great view numbers, can a video with more than 1.5 million dollars in prize money really be worth it for MrBeast? The answer is very likely “maybe.” Because in reality, the YouTuber regularly makes losses with videos on his main channel: The world’s largest YouTuber constantly loses money, but there is a master plan behind it

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A strategy game just won’t die even after 27 years, has over 27,000 players on Steam and tournaments with big prize money

It has been almost 27 years since the release of Age of Empires 2, and yet new real-time strategy games (RTS) continue to face the benchmark. Because the game not only lives on, it thrives. Currently, there is even a tournament going on where a large sum of money is at stake.

What is the current status of Age of Empires? While Part 1 has already been forgotten and fans of Part 3 are still mourning the death of their game, the remaster of Age of Empires (AoE) 2 continues to thrive to this day. And this, despite the original having been released in September 1999 and thus being almost 27 years old.

With the great popularity of AoE 2, it is no wonder that people have looked back at AoE 4, which was released in 2021. But although AoE 4 is by no means a bad game and even a really good RTS, Part 2 remains significantly more popular – at least on Steam:

  • The Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition is played daily by around 25,000 players on Steam (according to steamdb.info)
  • Age of Empires 4 has an average of around 15,000 concurrent players per day (according to steamdb.info)

So it is not surprising that there is a lot of money to be won at a tournament for the strategy game.

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What kind of tournament is this? At Red Bull Wololo, 8 players compete in AoE2 and 4 players in AoE 4. The participants have the chance to snag prize money from a pool of $250,000 (around €216,400).

Compared to other Esports tournaments, this may seem like a relatively small tournament, but in the realm of RTS, it is one of the largest. The final, by the way, starts on April 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM CEST. You can watch it live on YouTube and Twitch.

What makes AoE 2 still so good after all this time? With such an old game, one might think that it should hardly be playable by today’s standards. However, it does not feel that way when you play it. AoE 2 laid the foundation for how RTS should be played, and thus it does not really feel old even after almost three decades.

The game furthermore combines an extremely popular setting – namely the historical Middle Ages – with a strong mix of base building and military. These are the two pillars upon which every match stands or falls. You cannot simply focus on one or the other. Those who want to win must master both.

Above all, it is the still strong multiplayer scene that the game owes its longevity to. AoE 2 remains a popular game for Esports, even more so than the rest of the series. This is why there are still regular tournaments – several are planned for 2026.

MeinMMO author Ody is a big fan of strategy games, especially the Age series. Thus, when a list of the 100 best games of all time circulated on Reddit, which had no trace of the legendary RTS, he had to raise his voice for the game. You can read the article about it here: Players choose the 100 best games of all time, but a legendary strategy game is missing from the list

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A mighty super mutant from Fallout tears apart deathclaws like toys, is fused with his power armor

Super Mutants are among the most powerful beings in the wasteland of Fallout. One specimen is particularly notorious and far surpasses its peers in terms of danger. Enter Frank Horrigan.

Who is Frank Horrigan? His name does not necessarily sound like one of the most dangerous super mutants in the wasteland. He was originally a human born in 2211.

He quickly stood out due to his large and massive stature and became the bodyguard of the leader of the Enclave, a highly questionable faction.

However, during an expedition into the wasteland, a fateful event occurred. At the Mariposa military base, where another villain known as “the Master” originated, Frank Horrigan came into contact with the FEV virus.

This substance alters the DNA of a creature and causes it to mutate. Thus, in addition to the super mutants, other beings in the wasteland emerged, such as the centaurs.

In the case of Frank Horrigan, the Enclave did not abandon him, but used him for further experiments. He was studied by their own scientists, and it was observed how Frank slowly transformed into a super mutant.

Thanks to numerous experiments, he soon became far more than a conventional mutant, significantly stronger and more brutal. In 2239, Frank was finally unleashed upon the wasteland, but not without the appropriate equipment.

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Human-Machine without Mercy

What equipment did Frank receive? The mutant was put into a special power armor that continually supplied him with injections. Frank was administered medication that kept him alive.

He became merged with his armor and could no longer be separated from it. Additionally, he was equipped with cybernetic enhancements such as special eyes, leg rotators, or arm control mechanisms.

Combined with his brutal and merciless nature, Frank became an ideal tool for the Enclave. He was loyal to his employers and soon functioned as the perfect solution to all problems.

In doing so, he acted with such violence that he took on even the most dangerous creatures in the wasteland. It was said that he could tear Deathclaws apart with his bare hands or take them down with precise strikes. Frank was skilled in both ranged and melee combat.

He quickly earned a dubious reputation in the wasteland – even among his allies in the Enclave. The soldiers who accompanied him on missions feared him and watched in horror as he brutally dealt with their enemies.

What happened to Frank in the end? In 2242, a dramatic encounter occurred. The Chosen One – the player character from Fallout 2 – stormed the Poseidon oil rig, which was occupied by the Enclave.

There, he not only destroyed the computer, causing a meltdown, but also ended up taking the life of Frank Horrigan. The super mutant lost a battle against the Chosen One. His body was torn apart, and a self-destruction program was activated – which sealed his fate.

Thus ended the story of a feared super mutant, who was particularly dangerous due to his combination of raw violence and blind loyalty. As the final boss of Fallout 2, he was the perfect choice. Meanwhile, the Fallout series reached a milestone: Season 2 of Fallout is a success with over 83 million viewers, but the number 1 on Amazon is the modern Schwarzenegger

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He created such a complex simulation that it keeps players occupied for hundreds of hours, revealing which game he himself spends the most time on

For over 20 years, developer Tarn Adams has been working together with his brother Zach on Dwarf Fortress, a complex strategy simulation with thousands of excellent reviews on Steam. In an interview, the developer recently revealed which games occupy his own time.

What kind of developer is he? Tarn Adams is the co-creator of Dwarf Fortress, a simulation in which players build their own dwarf civilization. However, the game is so deep and complex that it leads to completely absurd events:

After Dwarf Fortress managed for more than 15 years without proper graphics, a Steam version with (comparatively) nice pixel graphics was released in 2022. Since then, Tarn Adams has been spending his time supporting the game and working on new additions.

In an interview with PC Gamer, he revealed what he plays in his spare time.

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Winter is Factorio Time

What does the creator of Dwarf Fortress play? Unsurprisingly, the developer has a weakness for simulations. Recently, he has been especially taken by terraforming games like The Planet Crafter and Terraformental. Dwarf Fortress just doesn’t offer that “sci-fi thing,” according to Adams.

However, he has spent the most hours in Factorio, where players build increasingly automated factories.

Adams tells PC Gamer he has spent 1,454.5 hours in the game, which he says is quite dangerous. The game is essentially about building a rocket to escape the planet. But the developer thinks: Why stop? You can also get the “Space Age” expansion and complete that. And then there are the mods.

Why should you stop at 5 planets or so, we can add 8 more. And that’s exactly what I did. By the end of last year, there were more like 12 or 15 planets or so. That was a lot of fun.

Tarn Adams on PC Gamer

The developer further states that he goes through phases. Winter is Factorio time for him. It started with the death of his father a few years ago. He played Factorio continuously for 25 days, and the following winter, he started playing again.

Do you have similar gaming traditions? Feel free to let us know in the comments.

Tarn Adams is not the only well-known fan of Factorio. The German Twitch streamer Trymacs also has a fondness for the simulation, so much so that it has even haunted him to bed in the evenings: A construction game on Steam has been fascinating tens of thousands of players for years – Trymacs explains why it is dangerous

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“My 20-year tenure is no longer good enough” – Developer Involved in GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption Still Has Trouble Finding a Job

Anyone looking for a job as a game developer currently needs luck. At least that’s what a former developer at Rockstar Games says, who has great difficulty finding work in the industry today despite a strong portfolio.

Who is this developer? This is Rob Carr, who looks back on a 20-year career in the gaming industry – 9 of those years at Rockstar Games. As an audio designer, he has contributed to some of the studio’s most notable games, including L.A. Noire, GTA 5, and Red Dead Redemption (both Part 1 and Part 2).

In 2016, Carr left Rockstar Games. He now lives in Finland, where he is working on his own game: Nyrkkipöytä. Despite his impressive resume, he is having trouble finding a new job. He has been unemployed for over a year, as explained in an interview with KIWI TALKZ on March 28, 2026. You can watch the full interview as a YouTube video.

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“It’s a toss of a coin at this point”

What does the developer say about the current situation in the gaming industry? Finding a job in the gaming industry right now is above all a matter of luck. “my 20-year tenure is no longer good enough for me to get a job whereas 5 years ago it was,” says Carr.

I got 20 years industry experience, I’ve worked on some of the biggest titles in the world, but there’s 35 other guys with the exact same amount of experience and tenure and projects behind them as I’ve got.

Carr reports on several application processes he went through where he was not selected. “When I asked for feedback, it often went like this: “When I’ve asked for feedback, it was like: ‘We dont really have any’, you know? It’s a toss of a coin at this point”

Currently, it also seems that even the success of a game does not protect its developers from being laid off:

The current layoffs in the gaming industry are once again sparking significant discussions. A Valve veteran recently voiced sharp criticism against the CEO of Epic Games, Tim Sweeney. You can read more about it in our article on MeinMMO: Former Valve employee criticizes Epic Games CEO over layoffs: “Gabe can do it better than you”

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WoW: Team Liquid achieves the World First Kill, but then the boss says: “Haha, no!”

The race for the World First Kill in World of Warcraft is over – thought the best team. But then came the chilling realization.

In World of Warcraft, the “World First Race” for completing all 3 raids that launched with the Midnight expansion has been running for almost 2 weeks. In the meantime, all major guilds have reached the final boss “L’ura” – the second and final boss of the “March on Quel’danas” and also the final boss of the entire raid tier.

Team Liquid had the lead here and was pushing forward further than all other professional guilds. But at the moment of triumph came the realization – the fight was not over yet.

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Secret phase leaves victory cheers choking

What happened to Team Liquid? The pros from Liquid had the lead in the race. In one of their last attempts, they managed to bring L’ura deep into the supposedly final phase. The enrage timer was already close, but with immunity effects, it was possible to bring L’ura’s health points to 0%.

The joy was immense. Players like Imfiredup immediately jump up, the cheers begin. But just moments later, the realization dawns: No success has been granted yet. Was that a bug? An error?

No, it was not: Because L’ura has a secret phase that only occurs at Mythic difficulty. This is a small but crucial detail that no guild knew in advance.

How the reactions of the “too early rejoicing” come out, you can see beautifully in this post on X:

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What kind of secret phase is this? After L’ura is defeated in Phase 3, her body reassembles one more time. All health points of the boss are healed – that’s nearly a billion HP. While L’ura hovers above the Dark Fountain, more and more void creatures pour out of the fountain, which the entire raid must avoid. What else happens in this phase is not yet clear – because the group succumbed to the final phase after just a few seconds, having previously reached the “enrage timer” in Phase 3 and only a few even reached the secret phase.

What seems clear, however, is that player characters during this phase have a strong buff that increases their damage dealt. So they don’t really have to whittle down L’ura’s full health points again – but just a fraction of it.

Which guild is currently in the lead? As of now (06.04.2026, 11:00 AM), Team Liquid continues to lead (raider.io). They are the only ones who have been able to progress into the secret phase and brought L’ura here to just under 50%. The competitors from Echo are below 1% of Phase 3 – so just about to reach the secret phase as well. Method is currently lagging behind, reaching only about 50% remaining boss HP in Phase 3.

Whether and when the first guild will succeed in defeating L’ura in her secret phase remains to be seen. However, the race for the World First is becoming exciting once again in the final stretch. If you want to be there live, we have listed the streams of the major professional guilds here.

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What do I need to start with D&D? 8 things that are important for getting started

Dungeons & Dragons is one of the most well-known tabletop role-playing games worldwide. To start playing, you only need exactly 8 things, and they are even available for free. What they are, you will read in this article.

Dungeons & Dragons is highly popular and world-renowned. But how exactly do you start your first D&D adventure? What do you need for it? And how do you get going?

In this article, we have compiled eight essential things you need for your very first adventure. You do not need any prior experience with any kind of pen & paper games. Moreover, we mainly recommend free resources in German here.

Who is writing here?

MeinMMO editor Sophia Weiß has been a huge fan of Critical Role since 2017. She experienced the end of the first campaign (Vox Machina) live and watched the Mighty Nein almost every Friday night. Since 2018, she has been an active D&D player and has tried a lot: official adventures from Wizards of the Coast, homebrew campaigns, and fan and Kickstarter scenarios.

She started her journey directly as a game master (because naturally, no one else wanted to). Nowadays, she also gets to play with her own characters and was even involved in the GameStar talk series Ready to Roll.

Currently, she is playing in two ongoing campaigns and is running The Wilderness Beyond the Witchlight: A Feywild Adventure for her friends.

With the following table of contents, you can jump to the individual points you want to know more about. If you just prefer a quick overview, you can jump directly to the conclusion via this link.

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In this list, we have omitted tools for advanced players. If you later crave more equipment, you might be interested in the list from our pen & paper veteran Caro with the next level of new purchases:

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Pencil, Paper & Eraser

The genre of pen & paper directly defines the two most important things to start the game: pencil and paper. With the pencil, you make notes for the game and label your character sheet. If needed, you can visualize existing in-game situations or draw NPCs.

We recommend a regular pencil. With it, you can label the changed statuses on your character sheet and edit your notes if needed. For editing to work, you should also have an eraser on hand.

But to be able to make those aforementioned notes with a pencil, you simply need a writing surface. For example, paper. My concrete recommendation is a standard notebook in DIN A4 or DIN A3. Whether lined, squared, or blank is really completely irrelevant. What’s important is that you can write. If nothing else is available, you can also use printer paper.

Upgrade Options: Pencil, eraser, and pad are the basics. However, if you want, you can of course opt for ballpoint pens, glitter pens, and highlighters. For the physical character sheet, I would always recommend a pencil, as stats can change multiple times during a session.
I personally have a nice notebook for each ongoing D&D campaign. Really practical are also the so-called campaign books, notebooks that are specifically designed for D&D with character sheets, adventure trackers, and more.
If you want to carry less, you can of course also digitize everything: notes on your phone, a digital character sheet, or a tablet or PC combo can be good alternatives.
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Disappointed fans of Mass Effect will soon receive 3 games to satisfy their hunger

The Sci-Fi hunger of the coming years is likely to be satisfied. Three games lure with exciting settings for all who yearn for Mass Effect.

Hardly any sci-fi game has shaped a generation as much as the trilogy of Mass Effect. The story surrounding Commander Shepard is considered one of the best in gaming – even though the ending is still regarded as controversial. BioWare attempted to follow up on this success with a sequel, but it didn’t quite work out with “Mass Effect: Andromeda”.

While everyone is eagerly awaiting whether BioWare can right the ship with an unannounced Mass Effect, multiple games are appearing that could reduce the hunger for Mass Effect – and they look promising.

Exodus

Exodus is likely the game that most people think of as an indirect Mass Effect successor. Because when you watch the first trailers, there is no other conclusion than to think of BioWare’s series. The combat system, companions, the story structure – the parallels are quite clear at first glance.

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Exodus – Long story trailer for the mega sci-fi game

However, Exodus wants to be something entirely its own, which is evident from the interesting story. The adventure will not take place within a short period of weeks or months, but you will experience several ages. As a “Traveler,” you are the last hope of humanity and explore the world for a place where humanity can continue to exist. But your journey consumes time – a lot of time. Millennia pass between these travels, and what has become of the places you have already visited can be drastically shaped by you.

Exodus is set to be released sometime in early 2027. While there isn’t a specific date yet – in less than a year we will likely all experience how the Traveler’s adventure unfolds.

Star Wars: Zero Company

Those who love the Star Wars universe will probably not be able to avoid Zero Company. Zero Company takes place during the Clone Wars, and you take on the role of Hawk, who commands a mercenary group from various parts of the galaxy.

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Star Wars: Zero Company feels like X-Com, but also has Mass Effect vibes

Gameplay-wise, Zero Company is reminiscent of games like X-COM, so it has more tactical and turn-based elements. As you maneuver your troops across the battlefield, engage in dialogues, and learn more about the various characters, the threat of permanent death always looms overhead. For anyone who falls in battle can be eliminated forever.

There is no release date yet – but it is likely to be a title that fans of Mass Effect (or X-COM) should definitely keep an eye on.

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is based on the book series of the same name, which has also been adapted into a TV series. In the 24th century, humanity has colonized space, but most problems are far from resolved. You embody a mercenary from “Pinkwater Security”, and during a short vacation trip, your life gets seriously out of control.

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The Expanse: Osiris Reborn shows the gameplay of the role-playing game in the trailer

Suddenly, you find yourself in the midst of a conspiracy that spans the entire solar system, trying to unravel mysteries and, above all, stay alive. Decisions are said to have a significant impact and crucially influence how this adventure develops.

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is set to be released in spring 2027, but a beta is set to start in just a few weeks.
Our editor-in-chief Leya Jankowski recently interviewed the game director of Osiris Reborn, and it was a long interview. If you want to read more about the story and some anecdotes, take a look at the interview article.

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Zenless Zone Zero: All codes you can redeem in April 2026

Zenless Zone Zero offers various codes like Genshin Impact that you can redeem in your game for bonuses. We will show you where to redeem your codes and, most importantly, which codes are available in April 2026.

Update, April 6, 2026: We have updated the codes, removed the old ones, and added some new ones.

With promo codes, players can get free rewards in Zenless Zone Zero without much effort. However, these codes are only temporarily active and must be redeemed quickly. To ensure you don’t miss any of these codes, we will continuously update this article with new codes.

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The makers of Genshin Impact show their new action RPG Zenless Zone Zero in the trailer

Zenless Zone Zero: These codes can be redeemed in April 2026

In April 2026, the following active promo codes are currently available:

  • ZZZ27CHAMPION – Polychrome x60, Denny x6,666 (NEW)
  • zzzCuteness – W-Engine Energy Module x1, Denny x20,000 (NEW)
  • ZENLESSGIFT – Polychrome x50, Official Investigator Log x2, W-Engine Power Supply x3, Bangboo Algorithm Module x1

If you have already used the codes, the gifts cannot be claimed a second time.

All expired codes can be found here:

  • ZZZGIGO – W-Engine Energy Module x1, Senior Investigator Log x1, Denny Denny x15.000 (NEW!)
  • AODDebut – Denny x6.666, Senior Investigator Log x3, Polychrome x30
  • ZZZ26DELUSION – Polychrome x60, Denny x6.666
  • ZZZ25ROWBY – Polychrome x60, Denny x6.666
  • ZZZANGELS – Polychrome x50
  • ZZZAOD0206 – Denny x5.000, W-Engine Energy Module x2, Senior Investigator Log x2, Polychrome x10
  • ShunguangWinterGift – 30 Polychrome
  • ZHAOISFREE – 50 Polychrome
  • MEETTHEVOIDHUNTER / ZZZ25VOIDHUNTERRISES  – 30 Polychrome, 3x Senior Investigator Logs, 6.666 Dennies
  • ZZZCREATOR25 – 20 Polychrome, 6.666 Dennies
  • ZZZ25MINA – 60 Polychrome, 6.666 Dennies
  • ZZZ2026 – x5 Senior Investigator Logs, x2 W-Engine Energy Modules, 30k Dennies 
  • BJLHLMVGCN – 20k Dennies 
  • Dialyn1125 – Polychrome x60, Official Investigator Log Official Investigator Log x2, W-Engine Power Supply x2, Bangboo Algorithm Module 2x
  • ZZZ24KRAMPUS – Polychrome x60, Denny Denny x6,666
  • ZZZ22OBOLSQUAD – 60 Polychrome und 6,666 Dennies
  • ZENLESSGIFT – 50 Polychrome, 2x Investigator Log, 1x Bangboo Algorithm Module, 3x W-Engine Power Supplies
  • ALICEYUZUHA – 50x Polychrome
  • ZZZ21SUMMER – 60x Polychrome und 6.666 Denny
  • ZZZ21EDDIE – 60x Polychrome und 6.666 Denny
  • YUZUHAGIFT – 10x Official Investigator Log, 10.000x Denny, 10x W-Engine Power Supply, 10x Crystallized Plating Agent
  • ZENLESSGIFT – 50 Polychrome, 2 Official Investigator Log, 3 W-Engine Power Supplies, 1 Bangboo Algorithm Modules
  • ZZZ20NEWSEASON – 60 Polychrome und 6,666 Dennies 
  • ZZZ2NDSEASON – 50 Polychrome
  • ABZVGEWK3O – 20.000 Denny
  • ZZZ17MIFUYU – 50 Polychrome, 666 Denny
  • ZZZ17XSZ5Y11M – 50 Polychrome, 666 Denny
  • ZZZ17TIMOTHYRANDY – 50 Polychrome, 666 Denny
  • ZZZ16SPECIAL – 60 Polychrome and 6,666x Dennies
  • SOLDIER0ANBY – 300x Polychrome, 2x Senior Investigator Log, 3x W-Engine Energy Module, 30,000x Denny
    ZZZ15MOLLO – 60 Polychrome und 6,666 Dennies 
  • ZZZ15SWEETILY – 60 Polychrome und 6,666 Dennies 
  • ZZZ15MINA  – 60 Polychrome und 6,666 Dennies
  • HSAHLWFEFE – 60 Polychrome, 6,666
  • ZZZFM – x3 Senior Investigator Logs, x3 W-Engine Energy Module, x3 Ether Plating Agent, x1 Ether Battery, 50k Dennies
  • ZZZGFN24 – x3 Official Investigator Log, x3 W-Engine Power Supply, 20k Dennies
  • MIYABIRELEASE – 60 Polychrome
  • ZZZASSEMBLE – 30 Polychrome
  • SGJADSHBF – 60 Polychrome, 6,666 Dennies
  • YANAGIGIFTALL – 10,000 Dennies, 10 Official Investigator Logs, Ten W-engine Power Supplies und 10 Crystallized Plating Agents
  • VIRTUALREVENGE – 300 Polychrome, x2 Senior Investigator Log, x3 W-Engine Energy Module, 30k Dennies
  • ZZZ4PC – 50 Polychrome, x2 Official Investigator Log, x3 W-Engine Power Supply, x1 Bangboo Algorithm Module 
  • BANDP43VWC7H – 60 Polychrome and 6,666 Dennies
  • KANURBT5MQ8D: 40 Polychromes
  • CATCHABOO: 30 Polychromes
  • ZENLESSLAUNCH: 60 Polychrome, 6666 Denny
  • ZZZHOYOLAB – 10,000 Dennies and three Official Investigator Logs
  • ZZZFREE100: 300 Polychrome, 30.000 Denny, 2 Senior Investigator Logs, 3 W-engine Energy Modules
  • NB6D9SB4MPSZ: 6 Crystallized Plating Agents
  • USNC9SB4499R: 6 W-Engine Power Supply
  • XTNDQAS44985: 4 Official Investigator Log
  • NS6U9TTLM6AV: 2 Bangboo Algorithm Module
  • 4BPDRBT459RH: 6000 Dennies
  • ZZZ2024 or ZZZTVCM: 50 Polychromes and 6,000 Dennies (only one code works)

How to redeem the codes

You have two options for redeeming the codes. Firstly, you can go directly to the official Zenless Zone Zero website and claim your gifts through the redeem code page.

You can access the redeem code page of Zenless Zone Zero through this link.

How to redeem promo codes in the game? To claim your rewards in the game, proceed as follows:

  • Open your menu in the upper left corner
  • Activate “More”
  • Select “Redeem Code” now
  • Enter the code you want to redeem
  • Confirm your code with the “redeem” button

The function to redeem and claim codes in the game will only be unlocked after you have started the prologue.

If you have followed the steps, your items will be sent to your mailbox. You can then collect them immediately. Note that your rewards expire in 90 days. You can take your time, but do not forget to collect them.

If there are new codes from events during April 2026, we will update and expand the article for you. How do you currently find Zenless Zone Zero? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments! You can find codes for Genshin Impact here: Genshin Impact: All codes you can redeem

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Fortnite: The 9 Rarest Skins from 2026

Fortnite offers up to 2619 skins to collect in January 2026 – 1940 of which are available through the shop alone. Which of these are the rarest, you will discover in this list.

Update, April 6, 2026: The article has been reviewed and is up to date for 2026.

What makes a skin rare? Depending on where you acquired or earned your skin, it may be considered rare. In particular, the following factors play a role:

  • The timeframe of its release
  • How often the skin was available
  • The popularity of the skin

In our list, we consider all skins that have ever been released – whether through the shop, the Battle Pass, or special events. Some of them may never return as they were either temporarily available or strictly limited.

Our list now details the rarest skins and explains what makes them so rare. If you have suggestions or opinions on our ranking, feel free to share them in the comments. Additionally, our directory allows you to jump to your desired section.

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Fortnite shows its new Battle Pass for Chapter 7 Season 2 in the launch trailer

Rank 9: Travis Scott & Astro Jack

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Travis Scott & Astro Jack

Travis Scott and Astro Jack made their first appearance in Chapter 2 Season 2, stayed in the shop for 6 days, and then disappeared forever. Both skins were part of a collaboration with the Astroworld Tour. The reason for their never returning is unclear.

Fans believe (via Reddit.com) that Epic Games distanced itself from Travis Scott when his real Astroworld concert ended in a disaster in which people were injured and even lost their lives.

However, it is also possible that the reason is Travis Scott’s preference for rare and limited pieces, leading him to intentionally limit his collection. So far, it does not look like his set will ever return.

Rank 8: Rue

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Rue

Rue is the second skin from Chapter 2 Season 2 that is among the rarest ever. The return of this rather inconspicuous red agent has been eagerly awaited by many fans since 2020, but so far Rue has only made it to the Item Shop twice for a full day.

There is no known reason for its limited availability, but fans have speculated for some time that skins end up in the “vault” when they are deemed too sensitive by Epic. In Rue’s case, this might have something to do with her appearance.

Her clothing resembles the officer uniforms of the SS, which has earned Rue the nickname “Nazi Skin”.

Rank 7: Shaman

Fortnite-Shaman
Shaman

The Shaman made his first appearance in Chapter 1 Season 8 and could be purchased on 4 occasions in the shop. Since then, the skin has not made a single comeback and has disappeared indefinitely into the vault.

In fact, there are no theories about why the Shaman is limited. From our own experience, we suspect that Epic Games did not continue to offer the skin because it did not sell well. If a skin is popular and not subject to limiting conditions, it will be brought back to the shop more often.

If a skin is unattractive and does not impress fans, it will be brought back less frequently or not at all. So it is quite possible that the Shaman was not popular enough.

Rank 6: World Warrior

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World Warrior

The World Warrior first appeared in Chapter 1 Season 9 for 3 days in the shop, coinciding with the World Cup 2019, which the then-teenager “Bugha” won. However, he was never seen again, and there is a good reason for that.

Epic Games releases limited skins for various events like the FNCS. These are only available during the times that the events take place. If you miss the time window, you also miss out on the skin. Therefore, the World Warrior will never return.

Rank 5: Reflex

Fortnite-Reflex-Skin
Reflex

Reflex debuted in Chapter 1 Season 6 as part of a promotional campaign with NVIDIA in the shop and stayed there for 2 days before being vaulted. Since then, fans have been eagerly awaiting his return. Again, there are no theories regarding his banishment. We suspect that Reflex, like Shaman, was not popular enough, which is why there was no reason to offer the skin again in the shop.

Rank 4: Reaper

Fortnite-Reaper
Reaper

Reaper is the “Level 100” skin from the Battle Pass of Chapter 1 Season 3. As of now, it cannot be obtained as skins from the Battle Pass are only temporarily available. The reason for its rarity lies in the fact that Season 3 was not popular among players and a lot of XP was required to reach Level 100.

Rank 3: Rogue Agent

Fortnite-Rogue-Agent
Rogue Agent

The Rogue Agent appeared temporarily as a starter pack in Chapter 1 Season 3. Starter packs were designed to offer fans a cost-effective way to acquire a skin set. Rogue Agent was the first starter pack.

In fact, Epic Games brought the pack back to the shop two years after its release but quickly removed it again. Those who were lucky could secure this piece of nostalgia; otherwise, unfortunately, there is no longer a chance to obtain it.

Rank 2: Galaxy

Fortnite-Galaxy-Skin
Galaxy

Galaxy was the first skin from the collaboration between Samsung and Fortnite and could be obtained through a promotional campaign in Chapter 1 Season 5. Fans had to log in with their Samsung account on a Samsung device and play Fortnite there. After 3 rounds, they would receive a complete set consisting of skin, back bling, pickaxe, and glider.

Unfortunately, the campaign was only for a short duration, and those who missed the time window can only look at the skin in pictures.

Rank 1: Black Knight

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Black Knight

The Black Knight is ranked number 1 among the rarest skins for good reason. He was the first skin from the first Battle Pass that could be found at the last level (then level 70). Those who wanted to earn him had to grind for a long time. In Chapter 1 Season 2, Fortnite was not as well-known; building felt clumsy, and the game could not yet boast good graphics.

These were the rarest skins in Fortnite that currently exist. Do you have any of them, or do you even own them all? In line with the Black Knight, a remix version of the skin was released with Season 2: OG. You can find more information about this in the overview: Fortnite: Chapter 6 Season 2 – All about the release, Battle Pass, map, and leaks

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GTA Online Making Money: 17 Ways to Get Rich Quickly in 2026

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Making money in GTA Online can be quite easy. Use our tips for beginners and advanced players in 2026. This way, you’ll quickly earn millions of GTA dollars and fill your account.

Anyone who plays GTA 5 Online knows the problem: there are many nice things to buy, but unfortunately, you don’t have enough GTA$ to own those cars, houses, planes, or weapons. If you don’t want to invest real money to get a high in-game cash amount, you should follow these tips and tricks to make a lot of money in GTA Online.

  • On page 1, you will find tips for players who have not earned any or only little money in GTA Online (Good for beginners)
  • On page 2, there are tips for million-dollar wins, but these also require some capital

We keep this list updated for you and provide updates as soon as there are lucrative methods available.

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Are you already advanced in GTA Online? On page 2, there are million-dollar wins. Sometimes you first need to invest money, but you will then be richly rewarded. The richest players in GTA Online use these methods to quickly earn a lot of money.

Update from December 12, 2025: We have reviewed the article, and it is up to date.
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In the new ‘Bottom Dollar Bounties’ update of GTA Online, it’s all about bounties.

1. Daily Objectives in GTA 5 Online

GTA 5 Daily Quest
Overview of Daily Objectives in GTA 5 Online

Every day (between 6 and 7 a.m. our time), you will be assigned three new daily objectives for your character in GTA 5 Online. Completing these objectives will earn you 30,000 GTA$ and 3,000 RP. If you manage to complete the daily objectives for a week, you will receive 150,000 GTA$. If you even manage to complete the daily objectives for an entire month, you will get 750,000 $ as a bonus! You need to complete the daily objectives for 30 consecutive days.

But don’t worry, only the days you are online in GTA 5 count – if you can’t play for a day (and don’t log in), that does not interrupt the 28 days. You can find out how often you have completed the daily objectives in the pause menu under Statistics – Awards – General.

Also, always pay attention to event weeks as you can earn double cash and RP.

2. Easy Missions – quickly earn money in GTA 5 Online solo

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Mission Overview in GTA 5 Online

Missions are a good way to quickly earn GTA$ without needing additional players. A strong advantage is if you already own the armored Kuruma. With the help of this bulletproof car, you can easily defeat opponents without putting yourself in danger. Learn here, why I always use the armored Kuruma in GTA Online, even though there are better cars.

A job that I particularly like to play solo is “A Job for a Titan” – in this mission, you only have to “clean up” a hangar by killing all enemies.

GTA 5 Mission successful
Reward for the Titan Job.

Here too, the armored Kuruma is particularly suitable, as you can simply drive in circles and easily hit every opponent. Subsequently, you park a truck and fly to Trevor’s landing area with the Titan (Caution, you should practice landing beforehand). If there is a special event week with double GTA$ or RP for missions, you have it easy.

Other strong missions for a lot of money: As an alternative to “A Job for a Titan”, the mission “Stress on the Roof” is recommended. Here you first have to shoot some NPCs in a parking garage and in cars. Then, follow opponents with your car and steal documents from them. Finally, you deliver these to Madrazo’s house. This works solo as well as with multiple players.

For both missions, it is advisable to stretch the time to 15 minutes to get the maximum payout. Thanks to MeinMMO reader ZCR, who gave us the tip with the mission “Stress on the Roof” in the comments.

3. Time Trials in GTA Online – $100,000 in 2 Minutes

The time trials in GTA Online rotate weekly. You can find them on the world map accessible to every player. This means you don’t have to start a game mode for it but can simply participate in the race in your online session.

The time trials change locations when they rotate, thereby also changing the route. You can recognize the starting point by the purple stopwatch on the map.

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You can recognize time trials on the map of GTA Online by this marker

The special thing about time trials is that the time limit is relatively tight. If you have an accident on the way, you can start over again right away.

If you manage to reach the finish line within the given time, you will receive $100,000, sometimes even double the rewards when bonuses are active. You can earn this amount once a week.

This way, you can easily snag at least $100,000 in one to two minutes.

Guides for time trials: These races have different names and locations and rotate weekly. Here you can find tips and tricks on how to complete the races. (This list will be updated regularly)

You can find guides for all time trials here:

4. The Fleeca Heist brings you cash and an important cheap vehicle

GTA 5 Heist Overview
Heist Overview

Raids in GTA 5 Online provide the most GTA$, which you can start from your planning room in your house. The catch is that it’s best to have reliable teammates. If you invite random players from an online session of GTA 5, it often happens that they simply leave the game during the job or make it difficult for you to earn money in other ways.

However, if you have friends who also play GTA 5 Online, then the millionaire thing will work out much better.

Except for the Cayo Perico Heist, which can also be played solo as the first heist in GTA Online.

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Loot from a Fleeca Heist

If you only have one teammate, you can play the Fleeca Heist with them. There, you will also unlock the Kuruma, which will make your life significantly easier in later missions and heists. You can repeat this heist if you do not have enough players for the other robberies. In the guide for the Fleeca Heist in GTA 5 Online, we provide you with tips for this heist.

Keep in mind that starting heists requires a certain fee, which varies depending on the heist. We recommend the Fleeca Job for beginners because the fee is only 15,000 GTA dollars. You will be rewarded with approximately 143,000 GTA dollars.

5. Delivering cars to Simeon and Selling Cars

GTA 5 Los Santos Customs
Sell car at Los Santos Customs

If you need money quickly and don’t have time for missions, you can sell stolen cars at “Los Santos Customs.” Depending on the car, you can get more than 10,000 GTA$ there.

You may remember the car dealer Simeon, where the story begins in offline mode. Even in the online mode, he regularly sends you messages with cars he is looking for.

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Successful sale at Simeon in the harbor

If you find a car from Simeon’s list, it’s best to drive to a “Los Santos Customs” shop and repaint it there. It doesn’t need to look particularly nice; the main thing is not to spend too much money on the paint job. The deal should be worth it. Afterwards, you will get an S-symbol on your map. Simeon is waiting for the repainted car there. Try to bring it without scratches and dents, as you will earn a lot of money for that.

Simeon also has new missions for you to play. In those, you steal luxury cars or blow them up. Simeon gives you precise instructions.

6. Quick cash in between: Spontaneous Events & Robbing Stores

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Store robbery in GTA 5 Online

If you’re on a journey from point A to B and need some cash in between, look for a store on the minimap. Park your getaway vehicle in front of the door, go inside, and point your weapon at the cashier – if you’re patient, you can quickly get a few thousand GTA$ there to pay for your equipment for your next mission.

Additionally, spontaneous events regularly take place in various online sessions. There, for example, you need to travel the farthest distance without damaging your vehicle or kill the most players – all within a limited time. If you land in one of the top positions there, you will receive GTA$ and RP as a reward.

7. Time Trials for RC Bandito

What are these races? These checkpoint races are driven with the small remote-controlled RC-Bandito cars.

GTA Online RC Bandito money

How do you get an RC-Bandito? You must first buy an arena property. Only after investing in this property can such a remote-controlled car be purchased and upgraded.

What do the races bring? Similar to the time trials for the “big” cars, RC-Bandito races can earn you over 100,000 GTA dollars per race once a week. So it makes sense to take part in the regular time trial and the RC-Bandito time trial every week. This way, you can earn 200,000 GTA dollars in just about 10 minutes of effort.

Guides for RC-Bandito races:

8. The Cluckin-Bell Raid brings you 500,000 $ with no costs

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You will meet Officer Vincent Effenburger when you play the Cluckin’ Bell Farm Raid in GTA Online.

The Cluckin’ Bell Farm Raid is a mission series from LSPD Officer Vincent Effenburger, consisting of 5 individual missions – four for preparation and the final heist.

Effenburger tasks you with disrupting the activities of a cartel.
You start the mission series by driving to the “V” on the map and speaking with the officer. You can find the “V” at the police station in Vespucci.

The Cluckin’ Bell Farm Raid is especially rewarding for GTA newcomers, as you don’t need any companies or similar to start the mission series. For successfully completing it, you can earn 500,000 GTA dollars.

You can play the entire raid solo or get help from up to 3 friends – however, they won’t receive a share of the 500,000 $, only a small payment.

In the next page, we will delve into expensive but lucrative opportunities with which you can earn a lot of money after making a slightly higher investment.

Destiny Rising: All codes you can redeem in April 2026

Through its gacha mechanic, Destiny: Rising also offers codes that you can redeem monthly to secure resources and currencies for free. You can find out which codes are currently active in April here.

Update, April 6, 2026: We have updated the list, and it is now up to date.

With promo codes, players can secure free rewards in Destiny: Rising without much effort. However, these codes are only temporarily active and must be redeemed quickly. To ensure you don’t miss any of these codes, we continuously update this article with new codes.

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Destiny: Rising shows first gameplay in the trailer

Destiny Rising: These codes can be redeemed in April 2026

In April 2026, the following promo codes are currently active:

  • DESTINYR2025 – 60 Lumia Leaves

IMPORTANT: We have noticed that older codes that were already known can sometimes be redeemed again. This is not always the case, but it might be worth trying to enter expired codes again.

You can find all expired codes here:

  • destrisedatto – Random Decal Bundle
  • destrisecross – Random Decal Bundle
  • destriseevanf – Random Decal Bundle
  • destrisekaysan – Random Decal Bundle
  • destriseguns – 5 Ascension Cells, 120 Lumia Leaves, 10 Mythic Infusion Core Choice Chests
  • destrisehero – 60 Lumia Leaves, 10 Upgrade Cores, 10 Enhancement Prism Choice Chests
  • desrisingdecal – Random Decal Bundle
  • destrisemf – Random Decal Bundle
  • destrisestabl – Random Decal Bundle
  • destriseadapt – Random Decal Bundle
  • destrisekay – Random Decal Bundle
  • destrisekarq – Random Decal Bundle
  • destriseflats – Random Decal Bundle
  • destriseshot – Random Decal Bundle

How to redeem the codes

How do you redeem promo codes in the game? To claim your rewards in the game, follow these steps:

  • Open your menu in the top left corner
  • Activate “Settings”
  • Select “Other” from your tabs
  • Activate the “Redeem” button and enter your code
  • Confirm your code with the “Exchange” button

The feature to redeem and claim codes in the game is only unlocked after you have started and completed the prologue.

Once you have followed the steps, your items will be credited to your Guardian and transferred to your inventory immediately.

If there are new codes through events during April 2026, we will update and expand the article for you. In the meantime, you can read about the current sentiment of the community regarding Destiny: Rising – it seems to be very positive: Players are playing the new Mobile Destiny, immediately finding many features that have been missing in Destiny 2 for years

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Once Human: All Codes in April 2026 – Here’s How You Can Redeem Them

Once Human has launched, along with several codes that you can redeem to make your survival easier. You can find out what the codes are and where to enter and redeem them here in the overview.

Update, April 6, 2026: The article has been reviewed and is up to date. There are no new codes for April.

With codes, players can secure free rewards in Once Human without much effort. However, these codes are only temporarily active and need to be redeemed quickly. To ensure you don’t miss any of these codes, we will continuously update this article with new codes.

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In Once Human, you should not feel alone

These codes can be redeemed in April 2026

In April 2026, these active promo codes are currently available:

  • 2026SFOH: Rewards
  • S3STREAMER: 1000x Starchrom, 1x Butterfly Emissary Crate II, [100 Off 500] Shop Coupon
  • STARLIGHTOH: Rewards

These are expired codes that no longer work:

  • OH25XMAS: Rewards
  • CC1023YOUTUBE: Rewards
  • CC1023TIKTOK: Rewards
  • CC1023TWITCH: Rewards
  • CC1030YOUTUBE: Rewards
  • CC1030TIKTOK: Rewards
  • CC1030TWITCH: Rewards
  • 1030DSCP: Rewards
  • OHPALCROSSW: Rewards
  • 1030OHPALS: Rewards
  • 0924VWLR: Rewards
  • OH25SEPT25: Rewards
  • s1newgameplay: Rewards
  • MP3H4X643R: 1000 Starchrom
  • THANKYOU – 2,000 Starchrom
  • RAIDZONEDROPS – 100 Mitsuko Marks, x2 Butterfly Emissary Crates, x1 Paint: Lily of the Valley – Unfurl
  • OHS10521 – 1,000x Starchrom
  • MP3H4X643R – 1,000x Starchrom
  • OH000007 – 2x Activator, 300x Energy Link
  • RAIDZONE – 2.000x Starchrom
  • ASJM36TW7Y – 1,000x Starchrom
  • QJQWWNMC4R – 1,000x Starchrom
  • ohmobile2025 – 1x Lone Traveler Elite Top, 5x Butterfly’s Emissary Crate, 150x Mitsuko’s Mark 
  • TD6JFM4Y6N – 1x Stardust Energy Drink, 5x Butterfly Emissary Crate I, 2x Activator 
  • XCX3R4DHKA – 1,000x Starchrom
  • RHM4TK3E6E – 1,000x Starchrom
  • HJDPYT8KWY – 5x Butterfly Emissary Crate I, 3x Activator, 1x Startdust Energy Drink
  • ONCEHUMAN1010 – 500 Starchrom, 1x Butterfly’s Emissary Crate I 
  • JTA6DXDRYR – 500 Starchrom, 1x Butterfly’s Emissary Crate I 
  • 37CRASHCOURSE – 2x Activator, 1x Adrenaline Shot, 50x Stardust Source 
  • ONCEHUMAN0920 – 500 Starchrom, 1 Butterfly’s Emissary Crate I 
  • CK4664KQW4 – 500 Starchrom, 1 Butterfly’s Emissary Crate I 
  • ONCEHUMANNEWS – 500x Starchrom, Butterfly’s Emissary Crate
  • ONCEHUMAN0815 – 500x Starchrom, Butterfly’s Emissary Crate I
  • cdym4mxdnh – 200x Energy Link, 2x Sanity gummy
  • OH000007 – 2x Activator, 300x Energy Link
  • hyd7my66rt – 2x Activator, 200x Energy Link
  • OnceHuman0710 – Camouflage vehicle skin color
  • fcnx8nhxj7 – 300x Energy Link, 2x Activator, 1x Adrenaline Shot
  • OnceHumanTBG – 300x Energy Link, 2x Activator, 1x Adrenaline Shot
  • OnceHumanJRpt – 300x Energy Link, 2x Activator, 1x Adrenaline Shot
  • OnceHumanIGP – 300x Energy Link, 2x Activator, 1x Adrenaline Shot
  • OnceHumanLG – 300x Energy Link, 2x Activator, 1x Adrenaline Shot

Make sure that you can only enter one of the above codes with “OnceHuman”. These represent the same code but from different creators.

How to redeem codes

How do I redeem codes? To redeem the codes in Once Human, you first need to be progressed in the tutorial. The quest is called Eve of Evolution. Once you have finished crafting materials and ammunition for your weapon, you will have access to the shop tab.

Activate this tab in the main menu and select “Redeem Code”. Now enter your code and activate it. Once you have activated the code, your items should appear in your backpack.

That’s all about the codes in Once Human. What do you think of the new survival game on Steam? Is it better than The Day Before? Let us know in the comments! You can find more current news about Once Human here: Once Human launches with mixed reviews on Steam, addressing a player complaint shortly after release

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Destiny 2: All promo codes in April 2026 for free emblems – Here’s how to get them

In Destiny 2 there are some promo codes that, when redeemed, reward you with free emblems. You can find the codes and how to redeem them here at MeinMMO.

What kind of codes are these? In Destiny 2, there are so-called promo codes with which you can acquire free emblems or items. These are accessible to everyone and can be redeemed once. If you redeem them, you will receive the promo emblem in your collection during your next login. Thus, you can retrieve them from your collection at any time without fear of losing them.

If you’re looking for an overview of all emblems from Destiny 1 and 2, we recommend the website “Destiny Emblem Collector“. It will also tell you where to find the individual emblems in the game and which are currently unavailable.

Update information:
This article is regularly updated by MeinMMO as soon as Bungie releases new free emblems or promotions for you. We last did this on April 6, 2026. The list is up to date.
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Destiny 2: Renegades shows the new threat of the Guardians in its launch trailer

How to get all emblems

Once you have snagged a code, you must go to a special website from Bungie.net and redeem the code there. Log in there with your account details. Once you have done that, there is a form field where you can enter the codes piece by piece. After that, you just need to start Destiny 2 to see the new items.

All codes for free shaders

  • D6T-3JR-CKX – Prismatic Expanse

All codes for free badges

  • JA9-PRC-XKX – Take the Mantle (NEW)
  • JXJ-HVA-RCX – Ever Forward
  • JGN-PX4-DFN – Secret Signal
  • HG7-YRG-HHF – Year of the Snake
  • VHT-6A7-3MM – Conqueror of Infinity
  • L3P-XXR-GJ4 – Out the Airlock
  • THR-33A-YKC – Risen
  • 6AJ-XFR-9ND – Tigris Fati
  • FMM-44A-RKP – Myopia
  • PTD-GKG-CVN – Archived
  • A67-C7X-3GN – Bulbul Tarang
  • 3CV-D6K-RD4 – Gone Home
  • 3J9-AMM-7MG – Folding Space
  • 9FY-KDD-PRT – Abenteuerlustig
  • XMY-G9M-6XH – Grenzenloser Horizont
  • VXN-V3T-MRP – Harmonic Commencement
Destiny-2-Harmonic-Commencement
  • JND-HLR-L69 – M:>START
Destiny-2-Emblem-M-Start
  • HN3-7K9-93G – Luftschleusen-Einladung
  • YAA-37T-FCN – Lightfall Collector’s Edition“- Badge 2
  • 993-H3H-M6K – Lightfall Collector’s Edition“-Badge 3
  • XVK-RLA-RAM – Lightfall Collector’s Edition“-Badge 4
  • J6P-9YH-LLP – Lightfall Collector’s Edition“- Badge 5
  • 7D4-PKR-MD7 – The Unimagined Plane
  • TNN-DKM-6LG – Jadebau
  • 9LX-7YC-6TX – Schrödingers Gewehr
  • XVX-DKJ-CVM – Seraphim’s Gauntlets
  • T67-JXY-PH6 – Geist des Hirsches
  • D97-YCX-7JK – Gebrochenes Gamma
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  • JVG-VNT-GGG – СОНЯШНИК “Sonnenblume”, als Symbol der Solidarität mit der Ukraine
  • YRC-C3D-YNC – Scharfe-Nudelsuppen-Emblem:
  • 7D4PKRMD7 – Sequence Flourish:
  • XFV-KHP-N97 – The Visionary:
  • RA9-XPH-6KJ – Cryonautics:
  • JYN-JAA-Y7D – Galilean Excursion:
  • 7LV-GTK-T7J – Future In Shadow:
  • L7T-CVV-3RD- Heliotrope Warren:
  • ML3-FD4-ND9 – Stay True
  • VA7-L7H-PNC – Nadir’s Threshold
  • PHV-6LF-9CP – Countdown to Convergence
  • 6LJ-GH7-TPA – Oni’s Grin
  • F99-KPX-NCF – Shadow’s Light
  • 3VF-LGC-RLX – Insula Thesauraria
  • XVK-RLA-RAM – In Urbe Inventa
  • J6P-9YH-LLP – In Vino Mendacium
  • YAA-37T-FCN – Neon Mirage
  • 993-H3H-M6K – Visio Spei
  • A7L-FYC-44X – Flames of Forgotten Truth
  • JDT-NLC-JKM – Ab Aeterno
  • N3L-XN6-PXF – The Reflective Proof
  • 7CP-94V-LFP – Lone Focus, Jagged Edge
  • FJ9-LAM-67F – Binding Focus
  • 7F9-767-F74 – Sign of the Finite

All codes for free emotes

This year, there is a new gift code to coincide with Pride celebrations. This time, however, it’s an emote with colorful effects that resembles a typical gesture from SpongeBob SquarePants.

  • TK7-D3P-FDF – “Rainbow Connection”
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This is what the emote looks like

All codes for free teleport effects

On the anniversary of Coming Out Day and the 35th anniversary of the Second National March on Washington for LGBTQ+ Rights, Bungie has released a free teleport effect via the blog. The Destiny universe is a diverse place and all the colors to discover make it even brighter.

  • R9J-79M-J6C – Teleport effect “Rainbow’s End”
This is what the teleport effect “Rainbow’s End” looks like in the game.

If you don’t know Destiny 2 yet but would like to take a look, we recommend our video: Everything you need to know about Destiny 2 – in 2 minutes

Where do I find the emblems after redemption in the game? When you redeem these codes while active in Destiny 2, you will not find the emblems or effects in your collection. The reason for this is that your collection only updates when you completely restart your game. You should find the emblems in the “Account” or “General” category. If not, check with Master Rahool at the Tower. He usually offers them in his inventory for you to click on.

What do you think of these free items? Do you like any of these pieces or do you collect rare uniques in small quantities? Let us know in the comments what your favorite badge is!

And if you want to know what the ugliest armor in Destiny 2 looks like that we would rather never have gotten, then click here:

The 5 ugliest items in Destiny 2 that I would have preferred to never have gotten

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Batman believes in the good even in the worst villains, but 3 are hopelessly lost for him

Batman is considered a hero with his No Kill rule, believing that even the worst villains can change. But that doesn’t seem to apply to everyone. In a recent story, he names three villains who will likely never change.

What kind of story is it? Batman / Superman: World’s Finest is a comic series written by Mark Waid and illustrated by Dan Mora. It has been published since March 2022 and showcases a partnership between the two heroes, who also receive help from others.

In the series, they fight together against various threats, which usually endanger the entire world. In line with the art style, the series is not as dark as other Batman titles, but rather colorful, hopeful, and with a positive undertone.

In issue #50 of the series, as Screen Rant reports, there is a small discussion between the two heroes after Superman notes that Batman treats Catwoman differently than other villains. He mentions that while Catwoman should be in prison, one should weigh depending on the villain. There are enemies who cannot be rehabilitated. He even names three examples.

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Batman of the Future: The Joker Returns plays in a future version of Gotham

After 86 years, Batman addresses it

Which villains does Batman name? Superman disagrees with Batman on this point, believing that there is always a chance for redemption. The Dark Knight sees it differently and names three villains that he claims probably have no soul: Joker, Nezha, and Eclipso.

Who are these three villains?

  • The Joker: Everyone probably knows the Clown Prince. Since 1940, he has haunted Gotham with his crimes, and Batman has repeatedly faced the question of why he doesn’t just kill him. The Joker has never really shown that he will change, and like a sore, he always comes back.
  • Nezha: Nezha is a demon who made his debut in 2021. Originally, he was a Chinese warlord from the 16th century BC, who was revived. In the current series, Superman and Batman have already had to deal with him. With brainwashing, he triggered a great battle between villains and heroes.
  • Eclipso: He has existed since 1963. Even though he looks like a big goblin, he is a powerful being based on the wrath of God. He uses dark magic and has, depending on his appearance, almost unlimited energy as a divine being.

The mentioned villains show no signs of ever doing good or repenting for their actions, which makes Batman’s statement that they have no soul quite accurate. In this context, Batman explains that one puts themselves in danger when they let these villains out of sight. Quite ironic, considering that Batman has a lot of hope for the villains.

Batman’s moral dilemma

What is Batmans rule about? Batman is known for his legendary rule that he does not kill anyone. This is often explained by his desire to be different from criminals. This often presents a moral dilemma with which he is confronted. A famous example is Jason Todd.

He always gives the villains a chance to change, which seems a bit absurd in the case of individuals like the Joker, considering all he has done and how he argues in the new issue of World’s Finest.

But there are also counterexamples. Mr. Freeze, Clayface, Harley Quinn, and Poison Ivy have shown in various storylines that there is some good hidden within them and that they can atone for their mistakes.

By the way, the classic Superman is also opposed to killing, but there are occasionally fatal conflicts, likely due to the balance of powers. As a symbol of hope, he is also meant to represent redemption.

There are universes where Batman and Superman are not the heroic costumed figures who hold on to their moral principles. One single bad day completely changed Superman: The Joker attempted to break Batman for years, but for Superman, he only needed one day.

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WoW: We have lost Midnight – even if it is not yet seen

The final battle against L’ura is a great victory for the heroes of Azeroth in World of Warcraft. But is it really?

In World of Warcraft Midnight, the final raid of the current content “March on Quel’danas” has been live for a few days. At the end of the last fight, there is again a cinematic that shows the consequences of our victory. But what looks like a victory could turn out to be a dramatic defeat. Because Xal’atath has long since set her plans into motion.

Spoiler warning: This article discusses the conclusion of the raid “March on Quel’danas” and the subsequent events.

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WoW Midnight: Arator’s Light and the Firebrand

What happens in the cinematic at the end of the raid? The raid “March on Quel’danas” ends with the battle against L’ura. The Naaru guards the Dark Well, the creation of which was Xal’atath’s objective.

After the successful battle, Xal’atath emerges from the Dark Well and seemingly wants to kill Vereesa and Arathor. However, she is stopped – by Sylvanas, who apparently escaped from the Maw temporarily. Xal’atath admits that she had not planned Sylvanas’s appearance but seems to have little concern otherwise. She returns to the Dark Well and sinks into the depths.

Sylvanas then has a brief moment with Vereesa, allowing the two sisters to reconcile somewhat. Vereesa hopes that Sylvanas can return permanently from the Maw, but Sylvanas has another revelation: The Shadowlands are not what they seem. Something she has previously expressed to Arathor as well. Then she disappears again through a portal and returns to the Shadowlands.

You can see the end cinematic here on the YouTube channel of wowhead:

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Xal’atath is in Azeroth, her plan is succeeding

What does the cinematic mean? At first glance, it may seem like we have won the battle. Xal’atath is forced to retreat and disappears, Sylvanas has saved the day.

But that is not what happens. Because those who look closely can see small details that tell a different story. As Xal’atath speaks and the power of L’ura and the Voidstorm flows into the Sunwell, one can repeatedly see shadowy outlines of Void creatures also flowing downwards. Xal’atath also disappears in the Void ray – and sinks into the ground. She is therefore not returning to the Voidstorm but literally sinking into the planet.

To understand this, one must know that the Sunwell is one of the major keystones of the ley lines on Azeroth. These are not only like the lifeblood of the planet and particularly imbued with magic, but they are also something else. Since The War Within, we know, that the ley lines were created by the Titans and are part of the distributor (“Manifold”). This is a connection between all titan facilities on Azeroth that is used to observe and control the world soul of the planet.

We know that the world soul is gradually influenced by the Titans so that Azeroth can eventually rise as a Titan. But right now, Xal’atath is positioned within this network of observation and manipulation with her servants. She will influence the network, possibly destroy the titan facilities and machines in order to ultimately devour Azeroth.

Even though it seemed at first glance that we had won the battle in Quel’danas and pushed back Xal’atath – she had already achieved her goal long ago. Her plan is already in motion, and we will likely not understand what this actually means for Azeroth until “The Last Titan”, the next expansion.

Another circumstance in World of Warcraft Midnight is quite curious. Because an area does not fit at all into the story and seems to have been added later: Harandar. That Blizzard recycled this area and it actually shouldn’t belong to Midnight is now certain.

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