Crimson Desert: All Mounts and Where to Find Them

In Crimson Desert there are many mounts you can ride on. What they are and where you can find them is explained here.

What mounts are there in Crimson Desert? In Crimson Desert, you can use various animals, vehicles, and mechs as transportation.

Some you can tame, others you must unlock through quests or other means. Some you can secure permanently for your stable and always call them to you, while others you can only ride temporarily and have to wait for cooldowns or remount.

They offer you various benefits and abilities. The permanent mounts can also be leveled up.

What mounts await you, how to get them, and what you need to know about them is explained here in the guide.

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Update, April 3: The article has been updated with the latest mounts from update 1.01.00.

Rokade is one of the permanent legendary mounts that you can secure:

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All mounts in Crimson Desert and how to get them

Permanent mounts / horses

Regular horses

MountHow to obtain itNotes
Herspia– As the first horse to start
– By taming in the wilderness
– By stealing from NPCs
– By purchasing from merchants
Priden– By taming in the wilderness
– By stealing from NPCs
– By purchasing from merchants
Brianto– As the first horse from Damiane
– By taming in the wilderness
– By stealing from NPCs
– By purchasing from merchants
Elantrima– By taming in the wilderness
– By stealing from NPCs
– By purchasing from merchants
Numont– By taming in the wilderness
– By stealing from NPCs
– By purchasing from merchants

Legendary horses

MountHow to obtain itNotes
Royler– Tame at the locationYou can find the snow-white Royler in Pailune at the Silverwolf Mountains.

It wanders near a camp south of the “P” in the name Pailune on the map.
Rokade– Tame at the locationYou can find the pitch-black Rokade in the Steel Mountains in Hernand.

It wanders south of a lake. In the guide, we explain how to catch it most easily.
Camora– Tame at the locationYou can find the red Camora in the southern region of the Crimson Desert.

It wanders west of the tree located on the map near the Red River.

Permanent mounts from update 1.01.00

MountHow to obtain itNotes
White Bear– Defeat the white bear in Pailune and bring its claw to a witch to receive an amulet You must defeat the animal and then skin it to get the claw.
Silver Tooth– You can find the wolf in the north of Hernand, south of the Howling Cave at “The Sage’s Peak”
– For it to spawn, you must have completed the three-part questline “Legendary Wolf” for House Celeste.
– The starting quest is called “Silence from Afar”
– In the fight against the wolf, you must pay attention to the purple flowers, as they drain your life in seconds.
– Once you have defeated it, you must return to a witch to bring her the fang to unlock it.
White Deer– Defeat the white deer in the wilderness of Pailune at the river that flows directly above the A on the map.– The animal is very shy, so you must attack it stealthily.
– Take the antlers and bring them to the witch to unlock it.
Stonebreaker Boar– Located in the south of the Crimson Desert, which you can reach via the northeastern corner of Demeniss.
– You must reach a swamp full of ruins and enemies and defeat all of them for the boar to spawn.
– Collect its tusk and bring it to the witch to unlock it.
Icy Mountain Goat– Unlock the Longleaf tribe, from which you receive the quest “Frost Drowned in Mud”.
– This quest sends you to a camp in the center of Pailune to collect a special bounty quest.
– Now you must find and defeat Moren.
– Bring the quest reward to the witch to unlock the goat.
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Temporary mounts / special animals

Wild Animals

MountHow to obtain itNotes
Brown Bear– Weaken through combatTo ride it, you must weaken it through attacks. If it behaves calmly, you can mount it.

But beware: As soon as you dismount, the bear will attack you again.
Black Bear– Weaken through combatTo ride it, you must weaken it through attacks. If it behaves calmly, you can mount it.

But beware: As soon as you dismount, the bear will attack you again.
Lion– Steal from the circus in DemenissYou cannot call the lion to you or register it in the stable.
Cows / Bulls– Steal from farmsYou cannot call cows to you or register them in the stable.
Camels– Steal from NPCs in the Crimson DesertCamels without saddles or those from bandits unfortunately cannot be ridden.
Giant Iguana– In the city or with NPCs in the Crimson DesertYou cannot call iguanas to you or register them in the stable.
Kuku Chick– Steal from soldiers in the Steel Mountains of HernandYou cannot call Kuku chicks to you or register them in the stable.

Dragons

MountHow to obtain itNotes
Black Star Dragon– Complete chapter 11
– Reach level 5 or higher in your stamina
If you call the dragon as a mount, you can ride it for 15 minutes of real time. After that, you must wait 50 minutes before you can ride it again.

Dinosaurs

MountHow to obtain itNotes
Raptor– Steal from NPCs in the Crimson DesertYou cannot call raptors to you or register them in the stable.

Vehicles and mechs

MountHow to obtain itNotes
All-Terrain Armored Gear (ATAG)– Unlocked in chapter 10You receive the mech during a quest in chapter 10.
Pywel Wagon– Steal
– Crafting in the camp through missions
You can craft wagons yourself once you have brought Brice into your camp. He gives you the opportunity to start and manage missions for the construction of wagons.
Hot Air Balloon– Crafting in the camp through missionsYou can craft hot air balloons yourself if you:
– Have discovered the Glutwind workshop in Hernand
– Have a gray mane with engineering ability in the camp
You can then start a corresponding mission through the NPC Ross.
Delysia Train– You can ride the train in Delysia when you encounter it– Unfortunately, you cannot control the train, but you can use it as transportation

Crimson Desert is a game that doesn’t exactly hold your hand. Much is explained very little or not at all. While this encourages experimentation and puzzling, it can also quickly lead to frustration. If you get stuck or need help, take a look at our guide overview or leave us a comment if you can’t find what you’re looking for: Crimson Desert: All guides, tips, and lists at a glance

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Players from Crimson Desert fail one after another in duel, fox reveals brilliant trick: “At the twist at the end, I nearly spit out my coffee”

The quests from Crimson Desert often touch upon optional activities. The archery competition, however, brings many Pywel heroes to their limits. There is a simple trick.

Why is the archery duel so difficult? In the archery competition, you need to hit randomly popping-up targets before your opponent can land their arrow. Since you never know where the next target will appear, it usually takes a moment to aim the bow correctly and fire your arrow.

However, the competing NPC shooter seems to be able to operate without this human reaction time. Various players complain that they are hopelessly losing duels again and again. On Reddit, Dingaligaling shares their theory:

“Apparently, the system lag caused by Vsync and frame generation is the main reason why the NPCs are such sharpshooters. […] The bots have a massive advantage of half a second or more when aiming. This led them to hit the target the moment it becomes visible, giving the player virtually no chance to aim and hit first.”

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Here you will find the legendary horse “Rokade” in Crimson Desert

“A good laugh after a long day at work”

What trick is there? With a short clip on Reddit, HellDrivers2 shows how to make the archery duels noticeably easier and that they have a great sense of humor.

First, they demonstrate how they casually take aim at the appearing targets, draw, and fire. All without superhuman reactions. However, their opponent seems to be hopeless. After a few seconds, the camera slowly pans to the right … and shows a cart that the player has parked right in front of their opponent. Genius! But see for yourself:

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How does the community react? They celebrate the idea with over 9,000 thumbs up and more than 720 comments.

  • OK-Digi-1501 writes under the clip: “I literally spit my coffee out at the twist at the end … Thank you for that as well. This challenge is really annoying on the controller … It took me about five attempts before I finally succeeded.”
  • KYRUMEDIA celebrates: “The slow turn to the cart – lol, what a comedy. A good laugh after a long day at work. Time to game.”
  • Ishey95 adds: “I thought the other guy was tied up or dead when I saw how much time you had to aim xD But that’s awesome!”

Crimson Desert is also currently well-received by many players because you can find such creative solutions to many problems in Pywel. Is a certain boss too difficult for you? Then just try this trick here: In Crimson Desert, you can easily farm a weapon that defeats bosses with just one hit

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Even before you can play yourselves, Aion 2 completely changes its classes

Before the release in the West, Aion 2 receives a major update for its classes and balance. This aims to make the MMORPG and its classes more unique.

What is this update about? Before the release in the West, the developers are working on better balance and more interesting classes in Aion 2. For this purpose, a new update has now been released to improve balance and give the classes a unique identity.

Here you can watch the trailer for Aion 2:

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Aion 2: New trailer prepares for the Korean launch of the MMORPG

Better balance and better classes

What does the update bring? The new update “The Abyss of Chaos” brings restructuring of the classes. There will be massive changes to the balance of the classes, with their abilities adjusted to reduce clear favorites.

At the same time, the developers also want to ensure that the classes stand out. For this purpose, they have added 8 new abilities. The so-called “Stigma” skills are meant to add a unique skill to each class that only they can use.

The update also introduces new content. The new PvP mode “The Abyss of Chaos” will revive the faction-versus-faction mode from Aion 1 in a new form. The servers will be split into West and East, leading to massive battles.

Also new are the changes to the currency, which have already been announced, but are now being implemented into the game.

What is the status of the release of Aion 2? According to current information, Aion 2 is expected to be globally released in 2026. Publisher NCSoft reported in its earnings call to shareholders that the MMORPG should launch globally in the second half of the year, between July 1 and December 31, 2026.

It is important to mention, however, that the information shared with shareholders does not equate to a real announcement and is based only on the current state of knowledge. It is therefore quite possible that Aion 2 will avoid the release of GTA 6 and may indeed launch in 2027.

The fact that Aion 2 is bringing such significant updates for the economy and gameplay before its release should also please players in the West. Publisher NCSoft has already demonstrated with Throne and Liberty that they release their MMORPGs with as many improvements as possible and only portion out the content in the West. What makes Aion 2 so good, you can find out here: Aion 2 is the ray of hope for MMORPGs and a mega success in Asia, but what is behind it?

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God of War: Release, Trailer, Cast – All information about the video game adaptation on Amazon Prime Video

After the success of Fallout, Amazon is soon launching the next adaptation of a popular video game. Everything you need to know about God of War is here.

Update from 27.03.2026: We have updated the article with the casting of Freya.

What is God of War? Contrary to what the name might suggest, it is not a new installment in the video game series from Sony, but rather an adaptation of it in the form of a series.

The focus is on the reboot that shows Kratos within Norse mythology. So it is not about Kratos in Greek mythology, as depicted in the first three games.

When is the release of God of War? There is currently no date for the series premiere. This is not surprising since filming has not yet begun. According to Nexus Point News, filming is set to start in March 2026. Therefore, a release before 2027 is rather unlikely.

Is there a trailer? Unfortunately, there is currently no footage for the series. As soon as that is available, the trailer will be shown at the following location. Until then, you can get a rough impression from the game trailer of God of War Ragnarök:

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God of War: Episodes, Stream and Cast

How many episodes does God of War have? The first season is set to have 10 episodes. A second season has already been confirmed by Amazon.

Who streams God of War? The brand belongs to Sony, but for the production, the Japanese company has partnered with Amazon MGM Studios. Therefore, the series will be exclusively available on Amazon Prime Video.

Who is starring in God of War? For a long time, there was much speculation about who would play the lead role of Kratos. Only on January 14, 2026, did Amazon announce that actor Ryan Hurst has been chosen for the role.

God of War is not new to him, as he was already part of the games: In God of War Ragnarök, he played Thor and was even nominated for a BAFTA, the British film award, which has also been recognizing games for several years.

The following is currently known about the cast:

  • Ryan Hurst as Kratos
  • Max Parker as Heimdall
  • Teresa Palmer as Sif
  • Mandy Patinkin as Odin
  • Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Thor
  • Alastair Duncan as Mimir
  • Ed Skrein as Baldur
  • Jeff Gulka as Sindri
  • Danny Woodburn as Brok
  • Evelyn Miller as Gna
  • Island Austin as Thrud
  • Louis Cunningham as Modi
  • Ben Chapple as Magni
  • Sonya Walger as Freya

Who else is involved in God of War? Behind the scenes, Ronald D. Moore is serving as showrunner for the series. He is also an executive producer and part of the writing team. In his career, he has worked on series like Battlestar Galactica and the Star Trek franchise. The latter will soon have a new series aimed primarily at young people.

God of War: All About the Story

What is God of War about? To the disappointment of some fans, the series tells the story of the reboot from 2018 and leaves out the old games along with the Greek mythology.

The story revolves around the hero Kratos, who lives in Midgard with his son Atreus. Together they set out to the highest mountains to scatter the ashes of Kratos’s deceased wife. The journey is a tough test for both and presents them with numerous challenges that help them grow as characters.

It is to be expected that the first season covers the first game, and the second will ultimately focus on God of War Ragnarök. If there are any updates regarding the series, you will find them here. Now we want to know your thoughts: Are you looking forward to God of War or are you still skeptical? Feel free to share in the comments. Recently, MeinMMO author Christoph Waldboth was not fully convinced by Fallout: I have seen 6 episodes of Fallout Season 2 and I have good news and bad news for you

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WoW: In the latest raid, priests get to see something no other class sees

Secret messages in World of Warcraft: Priests are again hearing messages from Xal’atath.

Xal’atath is the current antagonist in World of Warcraft Midnight and continually presents challenges to players. However, one class keeps receiving little treats from the Shadow Mommy – the priests. The current raid “The Void Pinnacle” is no exception, as shadow priests can receive a special message from Xal’atath that other classes cannot see.

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What is this message about? When you as a shadow priest journey through the current raid “The Void Pinnacle”, it may happen that you suddenly see a message from Xal’atath in your chat:

“You never truly let me go, did you?”

In English, that is roughly: “You never really let me go, did you?”

With this, Xal’atath references the shared past of the priest and herself. This ties very well into her story. After all, when Xal’atath was still a dagger, she passed through the hands of many owners – and most of them met a grim fate. We are one of the few survivors, and therefore Xal’atath suspects that we are still attached to her and the power she gave us.

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Does this happen often? Yes. The connection between the priest hero and Xal’atath is quite significant – after all, it was the priest who made the blade reappear in Legion. This was the starting point for Xal’atath and her role in the current story. Especially at the end of the original campaign of The War Within, there was once again a special appreciation from Xal’atath – implying that one was on her side, continued to work for her while betraying all other mortals.

Therefore, it is not surprising that Blizzard has incorporated a small recognition for the priest in the latest raids again if they had a special connection to Xal’atath. After all, one does not really get rid of the blade.

When it comes to special dialogues that only certain characters can hear, there are already quite a few in Midnight. Voidwalkers talk to their warlocks and a Draenei from a great quest line even shows solo how much love is actually in the expansion Midnight.

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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 2: Release, Trailer and Cast – All Information about the Series on HBO Max

The story of Ser Duncan and Egg continues in Season 2 of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms . Everything you need to know about the continuation of the prequel series of Game of Thrones is covered in this article.

Update from March 27, 2026: We have adjusted the structure and added a table of contents in the following article.

What is A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms? The HBO-produced series takes place about 100 years before Game of Thrones and tells the story of the knight Ser Duncan and his squire “Egg”.

The first season premiered on January 19, 2026 on HBO Max. A second season has already been announced and continues the story.

This article will be updated continuously as new information becomes available. You can find the table of contents here:

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 2: Release and Trailer

When is the release of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 2? Currently, there is no exact date for the start of the second season. However, filming has already begun, so fans can expect a release in 2027.

Is there a book adaptation? The first season was based on the first novella, “The Hedge Knight”. Consequently, the second season adapts the second of three novellas. It is called “The Sworn Sword”.

Is there a trailer? Since filming has just begun, there is no footage from the continuation of the series yet. However, the trailer for the first season also provides a good impression:

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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms shows in the final trailer that one can expect more humor than in Game of Thrones

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 2: Stream, Episodes, and Seasons

Where can you stream the series? Just like Season 1, the continuation will also land directly on the streaming service HBO Max, which has been available in Germany since January 2026. The episodes of the first season were released weekly, so that is also to be expected for Season 2.

How many episodes and seasons will there be? Just like Season 1, the second will also contain six episodes, each lasting about half an hour.

The underlying novella is to be adapted closely. Showrunner Ira Parker told IGN:

We are sticking quite closely to the book again. There are a few minor deviations here and there, but we already did that often in Season 1. Everything should naturally fit into the world and Dunk’s perspective.

The third novella, “The Mystery Knight,” will be adapted in the third season. If the creators keep the rhythm, we can expect the series finale in 2028.

Apart from that, George R.R. Martin is already thinking about more stories with the mismatched duo Dunk and Egg (via winteriscoming.net). Therefore, more seasons in the future are not out of the question.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 2: Plot

What is the second season about? In Season 1, Dunk and Egg met. The continuation takes place some time later. The duo encounters new characters on their adventures, including Lady Rohanne Webber. She is also known as the “Red Widow” and is referred to by many as a witch, allegedly responsible for the deaths of her first four husbands.

The politically savvy ruler is in conflict with the knight Ser Eustace Osgray, to whom Duncan pledges his loyalty.

As showrunner Ira Parker revealed to IGN, the second season will focus on themes such as blind loyalty. In the first season, according to him, it was mainly about fathers and sons, and what is passed on to the next generation.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: Cast

Who stars in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Season 2? Fans can, of course, look forward to the return of the two lead actors Peter Claffey as Duncan and Dexter Sol Ansell as Egg.

No cast members have been officially confirmed yet besides them. However, rumors are swirling about Lucy Boynton (Bohemian Rhapsody), who is said to play Lady Rohanne Webber.

As soon as we know more about the cast from official sources, we will update this article. Now it’s your turn: What are your expectations for the second season of the HBO series? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments. MeinMMO editor Niko Hernes was already impressed by the first season: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is not a new Game of Thrones, but that’s a good thing

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Trainer sends his monster in Pokémon GO around the half of the world, gets one of the most sought after in the game in return

In Pokémon GO, it is possible to trade over long distances. One trainer experienced such a fantastic trade that he now wants to change his gameplay.

For some time now, it has been possible to perform remote trades at the new highest friendship level in Pokémon GO. This way, one can acquire Pokémon that might still be missing from their current collection. You choose some Pokémon that you want to offer, and others can request them.

On Reddit, a trainer reports that he has been enjoying sending gifts for some time now. He has formed and expanded Pokémon GO friendships all over the world. And that enabled him to make a great trade.

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The incredibly rare Armored Mewtwo – suddenly in the collection!

As the trainer reports, he reached the highest friends status with a player from Japan, who then requested a costumed Legios. A cool Pokémon, sure – but the trainer found an even better one in his trade partner’s offer.

He had an Armored Mewtwo in his collection and tagged it as tradable. This special Pokémon is incredibly rare, as it hasn’t been in the game for years – and was only briefly available. To this day, the topic comes up frequently that players especially desire this monster. Therefore, it was a huge stroke of luck.

The user sent the trade proposal and didn’t expect success at all: Who would accept such a trade?, he writes on Reddit. But exactly that happened: My friend from Japan actually did it!!!! I was just with my wife taking our child to school. We stopped, celebrated, and laughed, and I told them the story – we just couldn’t believe it!!!! That was such a nice gesture from this person!

In the community, the trade is well received. Especially because the user is so happy. The experience impressed him so much that he now wants to make it his mission to make similar trades: Anyone who asks will receive them – even if they don’t have anything I really want.

Users agree that they find the experience really nice and share that they have had similar trading experiences themselves – or were the ones who sent a special monster just like that. How is it for you? Tell us in the comments! And if you want to know what else is happening in Pokémon GO, you can see in our April event overview.

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Decipher the ancient book – How to find and open the necromancy of Thay

To decipher the ancient Book of Necromancy from Thay in Baldur’s Gate 3, you have to overcome several challenges. MeinMMO reveals how to open Thay’s necromancer book – without getting lost – right above with a quick guide, and below in detail.

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Update from 27.03.2026: We have checked the article and slightly adjusted the structure.

Finding and opening Thay’s Necromancy – Quick Guide:

  • Enter the apothecary in the ruined village in Act 1 and find the secret cellar door.
  • Upon reaching the cellar: Look for the rusty key and the next secret room.
  • Outsmart the talking magical mirror and disable the traps.
  • Find the Dark Amethyst in the lair of the Phase Spider under the Ruined Village to unseal the ancient Book of Necromancy from Thay.

Step 1: Quest Search the cellar – How to find Thay’s Necromancer Book

What should I do? Go to the Ruined Village to the second building on the left – the apothecary. On a counter, there is a book titled “Search the Cellar”.

Behind this counter, you will find the cellar hatch to the underground adventure. Once in the cellar, you will find a rusty key on a shelf in the westernmost room of the lab that you need.

Behind three wooden crates next to the large wardrobe, you will find a lever to the next secret room after a perception check. You can lift and move the crates aside to reach the lever. Then, the wardrobe shifts and the passage is open.

Outsmarting the Magical Mirror

You will encounter some enemies. After defeating them, you will meet an ornate mirror. Start a conversation with the talking magical mirror and outsmart it with the following sequence of answers:

  • Yes, an ally! An ally of your master.
  • Szass Tam is evil and abhorrent.
  • Balm is used for wound cleansing.
  • I would look for a spell that frees me from this worm.

After that, the magical mirror lets you pass and you enter a room.

In the middle of the room, you will find a research note on the table that continues your quest. Then, unlock the closed gate with the rusty key. Behind the closed gate, you will find Thay’s necromancer book.

Be careful! It is best to disarm the traps beforehand – there are many. And then grab the book.

Here are tips for all classes directly from the developers:

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Developers give 30 minutes of tips on all classes

Step 2: Deciphering the Ancient Book

How to open Thay’s Necromancy

To follow the dark path of necromancy and open the book, you need an item called Dark Amethyst. Visit the Ruined Village, this time not a house – but The Whispering Depths:

  • Go to the well in the ruined village, examine it, and enter the Whispering Depths.
  • Prepare for a battle against nasty Phase Spiders.
  • Head to the lair of the Phase Spider Matriarch – all the way in the west.
  • Stealth up (Tip: Invisibility Potion), or defeat the matriarch.
  • The glowing purple Dark Amethyst lies under her nest next to a broken pillar – “Press Left-Alt”.

To indulge in necromancy or destroy the ancient book?

After collecting the Amethyst, you can read and open the necromancer book again. However, there are several options to use Thay’s necromancy.

Here are the options:

  • TIP: Class options: Some classes can adjust the difficulty of the roll or change the conditions:
    • Bards can roll Performance checks (DC: 5, 10, 15)
    • Wizards can roll Charisma checks (DC: 5, 10, 15)
    • Warlocks can make their first roll as a Charisma check with a difficulty of 5. For the other pages, it is the predefined Wisdom checks.
    • Mages can make their first roll as an Intelligence check with a difficulty of 5. For the other pages, it is the predefined Wisdom checks.
    • Clerics with deities aligned with darkness/evil (like Talos, Gruumsh, or Lolth) receive a Wisdom check with a reduced difficulty of 10 instead of 20 for the third page. Shadowheart, as a cleric of Shar, also falls under this category.
  • Gale: You can give Thay’s necromancy to Gale to help him. You will not have this option if you open the book first.
  • Astarion: After opening, you can give Thay’s necromancy to Astarion. This will earn you his favor and progress his unique story. However, you can only give the book to one of the two story characters. Maybe it will lead to a more intimate romance with one of the companions.
  • Destroy it: You can destroy Thay’s necromancy with holy damage – which I wouldn’t recommend. You could, for example, cast “Guiding Bolt” on the book with Shadowheart. However, then three dangerous shadow enemies await you, who are very resilient. Without a strong team, you will likely die quickly. Astarion will not like the destruction of the book, but Karlach, Lae’zel, and Wyll will be grateful.
  • Put the book down: Leave your decision open for now and choose a path later in the game.
  • Warning: Spoiler! From here on, the article contains information that will only be revealed much later in the game.

    Step 3: Reading the Last Page of the Necromancer Book

    How do I read the last page of Thay’s necromancy? To discover the complete secret of Thay’s necromancer book, you must first arrive in Baldur’s Gate. There, head to the place “Magical Trinkets” – which is part of the questline “Wizards of Waterdeep” (Gale). Go there, look for the office of the librarian, and interact with the clasped book on the shelf. It opens a dark portal that teleports you to a spell vault.

    Another way to reach this spell vault is to press one of the large buttons in Lorroakan’s tower labeled “Treasury”.

    Explore the entire area of the spell vault. Once you are in the puzzle room, go through the doors in the following order:

    • Silverhand
    • Conjuration
    • Wish

    However, be wary of traps. Then, you can use the lever in the last room and make your way back to the first room – the Elminster vault should be open.

    Inside, you will find the Tharchiate Codex. You need it to read the last page of Thay’s necromancy. The Wisdom check is not easy. You must roll a 20. If you succeed, you will be richly rewarded: With the last page, you receive a powerful spell that allows you to summon ghouls.

    By the way, if you are not yet sure whether to take Gale and Astarion into your party, we have a suitable guide for you. With it, you should be well equipped to assemble your dream team: Baldur’s Gate 3 Guide to Companions – How to Create the Best Group

    • Read it yourself (successfully): Delve into Thay’s necromancy secret yourself. When turning pages, you must face three Wisdom checks with increasing difficulty – 10, 15, and 20. If you succeed, you gain the achievement “Hidden Knowledge”: A +1 bonus on all Wisdom saving throws and skill checks. You will also get the spell: “Speak with Dead” – a 3rd-level necromancy spell. However, you cannot read the last page yet. The quest continues, which is quite a long process. If you want to know how to read the last page – scroll further down. Warning: Spoiler alert!
    • Read it yourself (unsuccessfully): If you fail the Wisdom checks, you will be afflicted with various curses depending on the number of failed rolls (After the first fail with “Whispers of Madness”, after the second fail with “Sinister Knowledge”). Both curses can be removed with the spell “Remove Curse”.
    • TIP: Class options: Some classes can adjust the difficulty of the roll or change the conditions:
      • Bards can roll Performance checks (DC: 5, 10, 15)
      • Wizards can roll Charisma checks (DC: 5, 10, 15)
      • Warlocks can make their first roll as a Charisma check with a difficulty of 5. For the other pages, it is the predefined Wisdom checks.
      • Mages can make their first roll as an Intelligence check with a difficulty of 5. For the other pages, it is the predefined Wisdom checks.
      • Clerics with deities aligned with darkness/evil (like Talos, Gruumsh, or Lolth) receive a Wisdom check with a reduced difficulty of 10 instead of 20 for the third page. Shadowheart, as a cleric of Shar, also falls under this category.
    • Gale: You can give Thay’s necromancy to Gale to help him. You will not have this option if you open the book first.
    • Astarion: After opening, you can give Thay’s necromancy to Astarion. This will earn you his favor and progress his unique story. However, you can only give the book to one of the two story characters. Maybe it will lead to a more intimate romance with one of the companions.
    • Destroy it: You can destroy Thay’s necromancy with holy damage – which I wouldn’t recommend. You could, for example, cast “Guiding Bolt” on the book with Shadowheart. However, then three dangerous shadow enemies await you, who are very resilient. Without a strong team, you will likely die quickly. Astarion will not like the destruction of the book, but Karlach, Lae’zel, and Wyll will be grateful.
    • Put the book down: Leave your decision open for now and choose a path later in the game.

    Warning: Spoiler! From here on, the article contains information that will only be revealed much later in the game.

    Step 3: Reading the Last Page of the Necromancer Book

    How do I read the last page of Thay’s necromancy? To discover the complete secret of Thay’s necromancer book, you must first arrive in Baldur’s Gate. There, head to the place “Magical Trinkets” – which is part of the questline “Wizards of Waterdeep” (Gale). Go there, look for the office of the librarian, and interact with the clasped book on the shelf. It opens a dark portal that teleports you to a spell vault.

    Another way to reach this spell vault is to press one of the large buttons in Lorroakan’s tower labeled “Treasury”.

    Explore the entire area of the spell vault. Once you are in the puzzle room, go through the doors in the following order:

    • Silverhand
    • Conjuration
    • Wish

    However, be wary of traps. Then, you can use the lever in the last room and make your way back to the first room – the Elminster vault should be open.

    Inside, you will find the Tharchiate Codex. You need it to read the last page of Thay’s necromancy. The Wisdom check is not easy. You must roll a 20. If you succeed, you will be richly rewarded: With the last page, you receive a powerful spell that allows you to summon ghouls.

    By the way, if you are not yet sure whether to take Gale and Astarion into your party, we have a suitable guide for you. With it, you should be well equipped to assemble your dream team: Baldur’s Gate 3 Guide to Companions – How to Create the Best Group

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    Source(s):
    1. PCGamer

    Pokémon Type Chart – Strengths and Weaknesses for Effectiveness

    In Pokémon GO Pokémon have strengths and weaknesses against opponents of certain types. Considering the type effectiveness helps you in raids, gym battles, and also in trainer battles. In the table, we show you who is strong against whom.

    What does type effectiveness mean? Roughly speaking, it means that a certain type of attack and Pokémon is effective against another type, causing more damage than a neutral or ineffective attack. A Pokémon with fire attacks deals a lot of damage to plant-type opponents but has a significant disadvantage against water attacks.

    In the overview, we show you which type is effective against whom.

    Update from March 27, 2026: The article has been reviewed and is up to date.
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    Types: Weaknesses and Strengths Overview

    TypeEffective againstVulnerable to
    NormalNoneFighting
    GroundFire, Electric, Poison, Rock, SteelWater, Grass, Ice
    DragonDragonIce, Dragon, Fairy
    IceGrass, Ground, Flying, DragonFire, Rock, Fighting, Steel
    ElectricWater, FlyingGround
    FairyFighting, Dragon, DarkPoison, Steel
    FireGrass, Ice, Bug, SteelWater, Ground, Rock
    FlyingGrass, Fighting, BugElectric, Ice, Rock
    RockFire, Ice, Flying, BugWater, Grass, Fighting, Ground, Steel
    GhostPsychic, GhostGhost, Dark
    PoisonGrass, FairyGround, Psychic
    BugGrass, Psychic, DarkFire, Flying, Rock
    FightingNormal, Ice, Rock, Dark, SteelFlying, Psychic, Fairy
    GrassWater, Rock, GroundFire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug
    PsychicFighting, PoisonBug, Ghost, Dark
    SteelIce, Rock, FairyFire, Fighting, Ground
    DarkPsychic, GhostFighting, Bug, Fairy
    WaterFire, Ground, RockGrass, Electric

    These types are particularly effective

    What is effective against Dark (weakness)? Fighting, Bug, and Fairy.

    What is effective against Poison (weakness)? Ground and Psychic.

    What is effective against Fighting (weakness)? Flying, Psychic, and Fairy.

    What is effective against Ghost (weakness)? Ghost and Dark.

    What is effective against Psychic (weakness)? Bug, Ghost, and Dark.

    What is effective against Normal (weakness)? Fighting.

    What is effective against Fire (weakness)? Water, Ground, and Rock.

    What is effective against Water (weakness)? Grass and Electric.

    What is effective against Grass (weakness)? Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug.

    What is effective against Electric (weakness)? Ground.

    What is effective against Ice (weakness)? Fire, Fighting, Rock, and Steel.

    What is effective against Ground (weakness)? Water, Grass, and Ice.

    What is effective against Flying (weakness)? Electric, Ice, and Rock.

    What is effective against Bug (weakness)? Fire, Flying, and Rock.

    What is effective against Rock (weakness)? Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, and Steel.

    What is effective against Dragon (weakness)? Ice, Dragon, and Fairy.

    What is effective against Steel (weakness)? Fire, Fighting, and Ground.

    What is effective against Fairy (weakness)? Poison and Steel.

    Pokémon Type Table

    Niantic has created an overview table on the topic that shows you the effectiveness at a glance.

    Pokémon GO Type Effectiveness Strengths and Weaknesses Table Overview
    Green (very effective), red (not very effective), X (immune), white field (neutral damage) – Source: Niantic

    What do the symbols mean? On the Y-axis (top to bottom) you see the view for the attackers. On the X-axis (left to right) you see the view for defenders.

    A green circle indicates that the types are very effective. A red triangle means that the types are not very effective, thus weaker. A white field means that the types have normal effectiveness – they are neither stronger nor weaker. A black cross indicates immunity against a type. In Pokémon GO, this means these types receive even less damage than from “not very effective attacks”. Here we show you all lure modules in Pokémon GO with their spawns and evolutions.

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    Crimson Desert: Twitch Drops – What They Are and How to Get Them

    For Crimson Desert there are free items that you can get through Twitch Drops. What they are and how it works, you can find out here.

    What are Twitch Drops? Twitch Drops are rewards that you can receive just by watching streams on the Twitch platform. Usually, these are exclusive in-game items that can only be unlocked this way.

    To receive them, you need to watch selected streams of Crimson Desert for a certain amount of time. The sound does not have to be on – you can just let the stream run in the background.

    What Twitch Drops are currently available for Crimson Desert and how you can unlock them, we will show you here.

    Update from March 30, 2026: The 2nd week for the Twitch Drops has started! We have made some structural adjustments to the post.
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    All current Twitch Drops from Crimson Desert

    What Twitch Drops are available? On X.com, the developers are already sharing the rewards that you can secure around the release of Crimson Desert. The event takes place over two weeks, divided into different rewards:

    • Week 1
      • March 20, 00:00 CET – March 26, 00:59 CET
    • Week 2
      • March 26, 01:00 CET – April 2, 00:59 CET

    The following rewards can currently be secured:

    Week 2

    • 1 hour
      • Blue Scout Stirrups
    • 2 hours
      • Blue Scout Chambon
    • 3 hours
      • Blue Scout Saddle

    Last week you could receive the following:

    Week 1

    • 1 hour
      • Simple Braised Meat x 10, Blue Scout Lantern
    • 2 hours
      • Blue Scout Earring, Blue Scout Necklace, Blue Scout Ring
    • 3 hours
      • Blue Scout Shield
    • 5 hours
      • Blue Scout Cape, Blue Scout Armor, Blue Scout Hat

    This is what the items look like:

    If you want to get started in Crimson Desert, our YouTube video with 30 tips for the start is just right for you:

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    How to get Twitch Drops and redeem codes – Here’s how

    Currently, there are no official details on how you can earn the rewards, but all Twitch Drops work very similarly, so we can at least give you a rough outline of the process. As soon as the exact details are available, we will, of course, update our post for you.

    The following steps usually need to be followed:

    1. You first need an account with Twitch to watch the streams
    2. Choose a stream that is about Crimson Desert and is marked with the label “Drops Enabled”. You can find suitable streams here.
    3. Watch it for the specified time.
    4. Your secured Drops will then automatically appear in your inventory where you can also track your progress.
    5. Claim them within 24 hours. Choose your desired platform.
    6. Redeem the received codes on the respective platform – Note: On Steam, you will receive the rewards directly in the game

    If everything worked out, you will automatically receive the items in the game and can use them.

    If you are still unsure whether you should get Crimson Desert, there are a few things you should consider. Both the choice of platform and some gameplay preferences can play a crucial role here. What you should know about this and what can help you make your decision, you can read here: Crimson Desert: Everything important you should know before buying on Steam, PS5 or Xbox

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    All lure modules in Pokémon GO explained – With spawns and evolutions

    In Pokémon GO there are currently six different lure modules that you can activate at PokéStops. We show you everything about rain, glacier, moss, magnetic, golden, and the regular lure module and which Pokémon they attract.

    What is it about? You can place lure modules at PokéStops in Pokémon GO to attract certain Pokémon or to trigger evolutions. In this overview, we show you everything you need to know about the lure modules. The newest lure module is the rain lure module, which has been in the game since May 2021.

    If you use lure modules, you can expect

    • More spawns at the PokéStop
    • Catch exclusive Pokémon nearby by using the module
    • Perform certain evolutions that only work with an active module nearby

    How to use lure modules? Select a PokéStop and tap the small icon for the lure module above the disc symbol and choose one of the modules from the overview below that you want to use.

    Update from March 27, 2026: The article has been reviewed and is up to date.

    Rain Lure Module in Pokémon GO – Spawns and Evolutions

    Pokémon GO Rain Lure Module

    What do they attract? If you use a rain lure module at a stop in Pokémon GO, you will attract Pokémon of the types Water, Bug, and Electric. These include Pokémon such as:

    • Goldeen
    • Swablu
    • Chinchou
    • Gyarados
    • Frillish
    • Electkid
    • Seaking
    • Charmander
    • Staryu
    • Froakie

    Which Pokémon can be evolved? With an active rain lure module, you can evolve Shelmet into Accelgor. This also works if it rains in the game.

    Glacier Lure Module in Pokémon GO – Spawns and Evolutions

    Pokémon GO Glacier Lure Module

    What do they attract? The glacier lure module only attracts Pokémon of the types Ice or Water. These include spawns such as

    • Spheal
    • Herdier
    • Eevee
    • Clamperl
    • Snorunt
    • Buizel
    • Sealeo
    • Piplup
    • Froslass
    • Otter

    Which Pokémon can be evolved? With an active glacier lure module, you can evolve your Eevee into Glaceon and Krabby into Kingler.

    Moss Lure Module in Pokémon GO – Spawns and Evolutions

    Pokémon GO Moss Lure Module

    What do they attract? With the moss lure module, you will receive more spawns of the types Bug, Grass, and Poison near the PokéStop. The following Pokémon belong to the more common spawns:

    • Budew
    • Chespin
    • Roselia
    • Tangela
    • Eevee
    • Treecko
    • Shroomish
    • Peridot
    • Yanma
    • Roselia
    • Budew
    • Sweet or sour apples

    Which Pokémon can be evolved? With an active moss lure module, you can evolve Eevee into Leafeon. Keep in mind that you can also use nicknames for evolving Eevee in Pokémon GO.

    Magnet Lure Module in Pokémon GO – Spawns and Evolutions

    Pokémon GO Magnet Lure Module

    What do they attract? With the magnetic lure modules, you encounter more Pokémon of the types Electric, Rock, and Steel at the respective PokéStops. These include Pokémon such as:

    • Pikachu
    • Alolan Geodude
    • Magnemite
    • Voltorb
    • Electabuzz
    • Jolteon
    • Registeel
    • Stunfisk
    • Snorlax
    • Electabuzz

    Which Pokémon can be evolved? If you have a magnetic lure module active, you can evolve Magneton into Magnezone. You can also evolve Registeel into Latios with it. Since August 2022, you can also evolve Akkup (the evolution of Yamper) with an active magnetic lure module into Donarion.

    Normal Lure Module in Pokémon GO – Spawns and Evolutions

    Pokémon GO Normal Lure Module

    What do they attract? With the normal lure module, all types of Pokémon can be attracted. These are the monsters that are currently spawning in the wild.

    Which Pokémon can be evolved? Normal lure modules do not unlock any special evolutions.

    Golden Lure Module in Pokémon GO

    What is special about this lure module? A special form of lure modules in Pokémon GO is the golden lure module. You cannot obtain it within Pokémon GO but only by connecting Pokémon GO with Scarlet & Violet on the Switch.

    What do they attract? The golden lure module attracts Gierspenst (forme wander) and transforms the PokéStop into a golden PokéStop, where you will be rewarded with Gierspenst coins for spinning the photo disc. All info on golden PokéStops.

    How to obtain and buy lure modules

    Where can you buy lure modules? In the shop of Pokémon GO, you can find them in the item overview.

    Pokémon GO Lure Module Shop Overview

    Individual modules cost 180 coins each. The standard lure module costs 100 coins.

    How to obtain lure modules? If you want to have a lure module directly with certainty, you will find them in the shop. Sometimes, lure modules are also available as rewards through research. A rain lure module was available in the research on Illuminating Legends X. It is likely that lure modules will be available as rewards in future research as well.

    Keep in mind that the bonus from lure modules counts for all players. If you are out with friends and one activates a lure module at a stop, all players nearby can benefit from the spawns and bonuses.

    How you can catch Ditto and Shiny Ditto in Pokémon GO is explained on MeinMMO.

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    Baldur’s Gate 3: Recruiting Minthara – How to Get the Powerful Companion

    Minthara is a companion and potential romance in Baldur’s Gate 3, which you must first unlock. You can recruit her in two different ways. One of these methods requires you to kill innocents. We will tell you what you need to do.

    Update from March 27, 2026: The article has been reviewed and is up to date. It has been structurally slightly adjusted.

    Who is Minthara?

    • Minthara is a Drow, a dark elf with rather dark intentions.
    • You first meet Minthara in the Destroyed Sanctuary, where goblins have settled.
    • The companion is best suited for “evil” playthroughs, especially if you want to ally with the parasite in your head, but can also be interesting for more benevolent players if they can get along with her nature.

    This is why Minthara is so strong: Minthara is inherently a Paladin and thus one of the strongest classes in the game. Paladins are not only extremely robust but also deal a lot of damage. In addition, they can cast spells. They are the ideal tanks and front-line fighters.

    If you are not playing a Paladin yourself or want to respec one of the other companions, Minthara is the only option here. In a group, she can easily replace Lae’zel, Karlach, or even Shadowheart.

    As a Drow, Minthara also commands some additional spells like Darkness, but she has improved Darkvision herself, which can be helpful in many situations. She can also assist you later in the game by making a dangerous area easier. For spoiler reasons, we will not reveal which area that is.

    The following guide contains story spoilers!

    You can even romance Minthara and do so quite early in the game. However, if you are a druid yourself, it can get quite wild:

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    Recruiting Minthara – The Cruel Method

    To recruit Minthara on the evil path, you must fight on the side of the goblins in the Goblin quest line around the Emerald Grove. Once you reach the destroyed village, convince the goblins there that you are a friend – also on the way to the Destroyed Sanctuary.

    Ask your way through the goblins until one of them sends you to Minthara. As a Drow, you have more dialogue options for this. It is important that they are friendly to you and do not attack immediately.

    Minthara is located in the upper right room of the temple. Speak to her and tell her where the druid grove is located. She will then start the quest “Loot the Emerald Grove.”

    Dror Ragzlin must stay alive until the quest, as otherwise the goblins will attack you. This also means: you cannot save Halsin or the Tieflings in the Emerald Grove.

    Gain the druids’ trust and wait until the next morning. Minthara will then explain the plan to you. Follow the plan and kill everyone in the grove. Later in the game, when you visit the Towers of the Moonrise, you will encounter Minthara again in the dungeon below Ketheric Thorm’s throne room. There you can free her and then recruit her into your party.

    If you want to enter into a relationship with her, do not seek out her fears when you are in her thoughts!

    Warning! If you follow Minthara’s plan, it is a thoroughly evil act that will not be approved by some of your companions. You may lose some friends and in any case the option to recruit Halsin.

    How to recruit Minthara without slaughtering innocents

    With patch 5, Baldur’s Gate 3 has implemented an additional option for recruiting Minthara – without having to kill the poor Tieflings.

    To recruit Minthara in a good way, you can bypass the conflict in the druid grove. Instead of attacking the druids and Tieflings, you can take out the goblin camp.

    But instead of killing Minthara, you knock her out. You must take her down with non-lethal attacks that you can activate under your passives. The rest is the same as the evil playthrough. You will also meet Minthara again at the Towers of the Moonrise. There you can free her and then recruit her into your party. By the way, the Paladin is the most popular class in Baldur’s Gate 3. MeinMMO author Fabienne Kissel will tell you what makes it so great.

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    Baldur’s Gate 3: Is there Crossplay or Cross-Progression and Cross-Save?

    Baldur’s Gate 3 is available on PC, Xbox Series, and PlayStation 5. But what about Crossplay, Cross-Progression, Cross-Save, and multiplayer in general? We at MeinMMO will reveal it.

    Update from March 27, 2026: We have reviewed the article and made slight structural adjustments.

    Is there Crossplay? Yes, there is Crossplay. Since Patch 8, Crossplay has been accessible to all players, whether on PC, PS5, or Xbox Series.

    How do you use Crossplay? After activating Crossplay in the online multiplayer settings, you can create your own Crossplay multiplayer lobby or join one. To do this, open the multiplayer menu, select Crossplay, and create the lobby.

    You can add friends through the Larian network by clicking the + symbol on the “Create Lobby” screen during the Crossplay setup. Then enter the usernames from the Larian accounts of your teammates and send the request. Once the teammates accept the request, they can see you online and join a shared lobby.

    Are there further conditions for Crossplay? Yes, there is one important condition for Crossplay if PC players and console players want to play together. As a PC player, you must not play with more than 100 mods, which must also be accessible to console players.

    Is there Cross-Save? Yes. As long as you own versions of Baldur’s Gate 3 on PC, Xbox Series, and/or PS5, you can share your save files and continue progress on the other platform.

    In general, you can play Baldur’s Gate on all platforms with a controller and also on the Steamdeck.

    Here you can check out some exciting facts about BG3:

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    What does Baldur’s Gate 3 offer in co-op? You can open a session with up to three other players in multiplayer. Together, you can fight through the enemies. To do this, simply select multiplayer in the main menu and either create your own lobby or join an already created one.

    Additionally, the role-playing game can also be used locally in split-screen. This mode has recently been improved for consoles, so the split screen reconnects when your characters are in the same area. You can read everything important about co-op here: Baldur’s Gate 3 Co-op Guide for PS5, PC, Xbox: Tips for Multiplayer

    Release took place staggered on PC, Xbox, and PS5

    Where can I play Baldur’s Gate 3? The role-playing game has been in Early Access on Steam since October 6, 2020, and was released there on August 3, 2023. It costs 59.99 Euros on Steam.

    When was the game released for PS5? The release took place on September 6, 2023. The role-playing game costs 69.99 Euros here.

    What about an Xbox version? The version for Xbox Series was released on December 8, 2023. The price here is also 69.99 Euros.

    If you are already among the numerous players of Baldur’s Gate 3, let us know in the comments whether you prefer to venture out alone or in co-op with friends? Do you already use features like Cross-Save? If you need assistance, check here: Baldur’s Gate 3 – All Guides, Builds, and Tips for the role-playing game

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    Baldur’s Gate 3: Astarion Romance Guide – how to easily win his heart

    Astarion is one of the most sought-after romance partners in Baldur’s Gate 3. However, winning him over is not as easy as it seems. To make it easier for you, we’ve put together a guide from Act 1 to Act 3, along with some general tips.

    Baldur’s Gate 3 allows you to not only get to know your NPC companions, but also to romance them by all means. One of the most popular objects of desire, if not the most popular potential partner, is the vampire Astarion.

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    Update from March 27, 2026: We have gone through the article again and made some structural adjustments to the post.

    Astarion is one of the first who shows interest in your character. However, he is not the easiest romantic partner in the game. To help you secure him in your next run or if you just need help landing him in the later acts, we have compiled everything here that can help you.

    You meet him in Act 1, near the crashed Nautiloid. In our overview, we explain where you can find and recruit all the companions in Baldur’s Gate 3.

    If you are looking for information on the romance with another character, you can check our comprehensive guide:

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    Astarion Romance Guide – General Tips for Increased Approval

    Right from the start: Astarion’s approval increases when you engage in self-serving acts. However, the idea that you can romance him better as a evil character is not true. Therefore, here are some fundamental tips for your interactions.

    First of all: You must start the romance in Act 1. It is unfortunately not possible to join later. However, it is sufficient to have Medium Approval with him at this point.

    Astarion’s Character in Brief

    Astarion’s story revolves heavily around coercion and autonomy. He pretends to be an unapproachable, cold-blooded vampire who is not concerned with the fate of the world around him.

    In reality, he has undergone 200 years of brutal slavery. He fears losing his newly gained autonomy. This leads him to want to manipulate your character with sex. Once he trusts you, he will reveal his wounded soul and ask for help. However, it takes time for him to feel secure enough with you.

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    How do I increase Astarion’s approval? If you want to raise Astarion’s esteem, especially at the beginning, make rather self-serving decisions. He doesn’t seem to appreciate it when you help other people. In reality, it’s mostly because he thinks that you already have enough of your own problems. So why take on the problems of others as well?

    So he will not appreciate it if you are offering help to everyone and their mother, especially in Act 1. Kagha and the refugees are at the top of his They should take care of their own business list.

    If he approaches you in dialogues, you should not reject him. That would hurt his ego and drive his approval for you down. Loyalty is important to him.

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    Source(s):
    1. reddit
    2. BG3 Wiki

    Final Fantasy XIV will soon have a higher age rating in Japan because of a harmless feature

    Final Fantasy XIV will receive a higher age rating in Japan with the next patch. However, this is not due to the battles or the story, but to the photos that players take of their character.

    What age rating will Final Fantasy XIV have? In an official post on the Japanese Final Fantasy 14 website, it was announced that the age rating will increase with patch 7.5. From CERO C to CERO D.

    In Japan, the age rating for games uses the CERO system. CERO C recommends games for ages 15 and older, while CERO D recommends games for ages 17 and older. The website for Final Fantasy XIV states that no changes will be made to the game content. Players under 17 should consult their guardians before playing.

    This increase is not due to new content coming with patch 7.5, but rather the photo mode.

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    They want to give players the freedom to take photos

    How is the increase in the age rating justified? The blog post provides only a brief justification for the increase. According to PCGamer, the blog post states:

    Currently, the classification “CERO C” requires restrictions on the “Group Pose” feature. To maintain the freedom of group posing and avoid these restrictions, we have therefore decided to change the classification to “CERO D”.

    Group Pose is the photo mode in the game that allows you to take screenshots. There you can move the camera and make your character adopt different poses to capture an image. However, it is not clear from the blog post why this would cause issues with the age rating.

    Have the developers commented on the screenshots in the game? In the context of the closure of a mod, the director of the MMORPG, Naoki Yoshida, commented on potential reasons.

    He also mentioned as an example that mods could be used to depict player characters and NPCs naked. This leads to problems when screenshots or videos of such are taken. Explicit legal consequences are mentioned in the context, and that guidelines for game content are becoming increasingly stringent to protect minors.

    Back then, it was about the popular mod Mare Synchronos, which allowed players to synchronize mods of multiple players to see their cosmetic modifications. Whether the change in the age rating is also related to such mods is not mentioned in the associated blog post.

    What about Germany? In Germany, Final Fantasy XIV has received an age rating of from 12 years from the USK. In contrast, the European age rating from PEGI recommends the game only from 16 years. If you have never played Final Fantasy XIV or are unsure whether you should return, this article might help: Is Final Fantasy XIV worth it in 2026?

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    Source(s):
    1. PCGamer

    Brutal Survival Game on Steam Lets You Permanently Take Out Zombies Now, But That’s No Advantage

    The zombies in Dying Light: The Beast are among the most dangerous ones you can fight on Steam. In a new mode, they now stay dead forever, but it only makes things harder for the players.

    What kind of game is Dying Light: The Beast?

    • Dying Light: The Beast was originally planned as a DLC for the second part, but it grew larger during development, which is why it ultimately became a standalone game.
    • In the zombie-infested world, you once again take on the role of Kyle Crane, whom you could play in the first part.
    • Unlike the first two parts, The Beast focuses on survival elements, making survival a greater focus.

    On March 26, 2026, developer Techland released a new update for Dying Light: The Beast, which adds the subtitle Restored Land to the game. The update introduces a new survival mode designed to put the best players to a tough test.

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    Zombies stay dead, no farming exists

    What does the new mode offer? In the new mode, which you can activate under the difficulty levels Survivor or Brutal, you can reclaim the land as the name suggests. When you kill zombies, they actually stay dead. This allows areas to be completely secured. Also, the progression of the world is permanent in this mode. So if you’ve completed darkzones, they remain completed.

    At the same time, new survival challenges are added. You need to manage resources better to optimize your hunger and arsenal. In addition to the zombies that no longer return, the loot will also not respawn. So you have to make do with what you’ve looted, making each fight and journey better planned.

    As explained in the announcement on Steam, you can make the whole experience even harder. Optionally, you can activate a mode that gives you only one life, meaning permanent death.

    If you manage to complete the game in the new mode, you’ll receive a special outfit, and in the permadeath mode, you’ll get another one.

    What else comes with the update? As part of the big update, new racing challenges, a leaderboard for friends, new enemies, and achievements will also be added to the game. Additionally, the HUD is said to have been improved, and there is now a ping system for the co-op mode.

    Is the new update free? Yes. Every owner of the game receives Restored Land as a free update. If you don’t have the game yet, there’s currently a 25% discount on Steam. The standard edition costs €44.99 until April 9.

    Hard difficulty levels appeal not only to veteran gamers. Beginners can also have a lot of fun with such titles. This was also demonstrated by a Chinese grandpa who at 91 is still fighting zombies: Gaming Grandpa finishes Resident Evil 9 at 91 years, completely avoids guides, shares important lessons

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    New action game from Korea could challenge Black Myth Wukong, shows crisp fights in the first trailer

    For those who can’t get enough of hard action games like Black Myth: Wukong, should take a look at a newly announced title from Korea.

    What game is it? During the Xbox Partner Preview in March 2026, among many other titles, a new action game called MOOSA: Dirty Fate was announced.

    It is a project by the developer Iggymob and already resembles titles like Black Myth: Wukong in the first trailer. The comparison is obvious when looking at the action-packed, fast-paced fights.

    Just like Black Myth: Wukong, MOOSA: Dirty Fate also relies on the extensive history and mythology of the country from which the game originates. In the case of MOOSA, that is South Korea, while Wukong was inspired by the Chinese novel “Journey to the West.”

    Here you can see the trailer:

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    In MOOSA: Dirty Fate you fight against monsters from Korean mythology

    In the fight against terrible monsters

    What kind of game is MOOSA? The titular term “Moosa” refers to a person who has mastered martial arts skills and works in this environment. So we are likely playing a battle-hardened character who must grapple with themes such as revenge, responsibility, and ambitions throughout the storyline.

    All of this takes place in Korea in the 17th century, where history and mythology are blended. The scenario allows for the appearance of mythological creatures; the developers refer in the trailer description on YouTube to “terrible monsters” that one must confront.

    Whether the battles will be as difficult as in Black Myth: Wukong or even akin to Soulslikes cannot be said at this point in time.

    However, the scenes in the trailer suggest that the game will not be a walk in the park. And even from the developers’ side, the sword fights are described as “brutal.” It will definitely be action-packed, as the trailer impressively shows. The character moves quickly across the battlefield, blood sprays, and with special maneuvers, you smash groups of enemies and bosses in spectacular fashion.

    When and where will the game be released? Currently, MOOSA: Dirty Fate is set to be released in 2027, although a specific date has not yet been provided.

    The game is expected to be available on Xbox Series X/S and PC at launch and will also be included in Game Pass. Will you take a closer look at the title? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments. Perhaps the success of the studio behind Black Myth: Wukong will repeat itself: First AAA game from Chinese developers was received so well that they secured themselves for the next decade

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    The Expanse: Osiris Reborn could offer the shooter gameplay I always wished for in Mass Effect – and finally, we know the release timeframe

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    The Expanse: Osiris Reborn soll im Frühling 2027 auf allen gängigen Plattformen veröffentlicht werden. Das gaben die Entwickler im Rahmen einer Preview für das kommende Rollenspiel bekannt. Außerdem kündigten sie eine Closed-Beta an und zeigten einen neuen Trailer.

    Mit The Expanse: Osiris Reborn hat Owlcat Games bereits 2025 ein Rollenspiel angekündigt, das im Universum von „The Expanse“ spielt, einer erfolgreichen SciFi-Buchreihe, die auch als Serie auf Amazon Prime umgesetzt wurde.

    Jetzt haben die Entwickler einen neuen Blick auf das kommende Rollenspiel gewährt und uns ein paar Fragen beantwortet. Zusätzlich stellten sie in Aussicht, dass ab dem 22. April 2026 interessierte Spieler einen Blick auf das Spiel werfen können: Es wird eine Closed-Beta geben, bei der ihr die zweite Mission der Kampagne spielen könnt.

    Im Rahmen der Preview zeigte Owlcat zudem einen neuen Trailer, der auch stärker auf das Shooter-Gameplay eingeht – perfekt für mich, MeinMMOs hauseigenen Shooter-Nerd. Und was ich gesehen habe, macht mir tatsächlich Hoffnung auf ein tolles Spiel.

    Hier könnt ihr selbst einen Blick auf den neuen Trailer werfen:

    Das richtige Maß an „Pewpew“?

    Die Entwickler erwähnen wiederholt, dass The Expanse: Osiris Reborn auch ein Deckungs-Shooter ist. Das Hantieren mit Schusswaffen spielt eine große Rolle – und hier zeigt sich, was die Entwickler immer wieder betonen: Owlcat erschafft keinen „Mass Effect“-Nachfolger, sondern ein eigenes Spiel mit eigenen Stärken.

    Wir haben in den verschiedenen Trailern einen guten Eindruck vom Gunplay bekommen, und für mich als Shooter-Fan steigt mit jedem neuen Video die Vorfreude auf das Spiel.

    The Expanse: Osiris Reborn könnte endlich ein Rollenspiel sein, das ausgeprägte Dialog-Systeme und Entscheidungsoptionen mit richtigem Deckungs-Shooter-Combat kombiniert.

    Als 2021 die Legendary Edition von Mass Effect rauskam, habe ich das vielgelobte Rollenspiel endlich nachgeholt – wenn auch nur teilweise, Teil 3 fehlt mir bis heute. Versteht mich nicht falsch, das ist ein großartiges Spiel, aber das Verhalten der Schusswaffen hat mich nie richtig überzeugt. Keine Knarre fühlte sich richtig wuchtig oder einzigartig an.

    In Mass Effect wirkte das Shooter-Gameplay eher wie „ein Mittel zum Zweck“, nach dem Motto: „Man fechtet einen galaktischen Kampf aus, natürlich muss Commander Shepard mit Waffen rumballern.“ Richtig befriedigend war das Gunplay nie.

    Die bisher gezeigten Kampfszenen von The Expanse: Osiris Reborn versprechen mir mehr. Die Waffen und wie sie schießen wirken griffiger. Außerdem sollen sich die abgefeuerten Projektile in der Schwerelosigkeit anders verhalten – das klingt sehr spannend.

    Entwickler bieten frühen Supportern ersten Beta-Test

    Interessierte Spieler haben ab dem 22. April 2026 die Möglichkeit, bei der Closed-Beta selbst einen Blick auf das Spiel zu werfen, wenn sie „Miller’s Pack“ oder die Sammler-Edition des Spiels erworben haben.

    Während der Beta können Spieler zwischen einem männlichen Charakter von der Erde oder einem weiblichen Charakter aus dem Asteroidengürtel wählen. Beide Geschlechter können sich dabei entweder auf Offiziers- oder Hackerfähigkeiten spezialisieren.

    Die Beta soll unter anderem einen Eindruck vom Dialog-System, dem Shooter-Combat und dem Bewegen in der Schwerelosigkeit vermitteln. Ihr könnt auch schon erste Entscheidungen treffen, doch manche der daraufhin folgenden Auswirkungen würdet ihr erst viel später im fertigen Spiel spüren.

    Eine der besten SciFi-Serien wird zum Rollenspiel

    The Expanse ist eine SciFi-Serie, die auf der gleichnamigen Buchreihe basiert und unter anderem im Streaming-Angebot von Amazon Prime enthalten ist:

    • Die Serie erzählt in sechs Staffeln die Geschichte von James Holden und seiner Crew, die in einen politischen Konflikt gerät.
    • Der Konflikt ist zwischen der Regierung der Erde, einer im Asteroidengürtel lebenden Rebellengruppierung und einer auf dem Mars lebenden Menschen-Kolonie mit eigener Regierung entbrannt.
    • Im Verlauf der Handlung taucht zudem eine seltsame Energie auf, in der die Konfliktparteien das Potenzial sehen, einen Vorteil ihren Konkurrenten gegenüber zu erhalten.

    The Expanse: Osiris Reborn erzählt die Geschichte der Bücher und der Serie aus einer neuen Perspektive. Ihr nehmt dabei nicht die Rolle einer bekannten Figur ein, sondern spielt euren eigenen Charakter mit seiner eigenen Raumschiff-Crew. Die Handlung des Spiels soll dabei etwa während der frühen Staffeln spielen.

    Die Entwickler betonen aber, dass ihr die Serie/Bücher nicht kennen müsst, um das Spiel spielen und die Story verstehen zu können. Falls ihr euch vor dem Release auf das Rollenspiel dennoch vorbereiten wollt, schaut am besten die ersten 3 Staffeln der Serie oder lest die ersten drei Bücher. Ich habe euch The Expanse auf MeinMMO schon mal genauer vorgestellt.

    Twitch streamer defeats tough boss in Crimson Desert with just one blow, doesn’t even need a proper weapon

    The bosses from Crimson Desert can be quite tough and require skill and good equipment. However, a streamer has now proven on Twitch that it can be done differently. Armed only with a tree, he faced a boss and emerged victorious.

    Crimson Desert is full of boss enemies, some of which are quite difficult to defeat. It’s clear that players are seeking the best builds and playstyles to be as well-prepared as possible. Our tier list of the strongest weapons provides a good overview.

    Twitch streamer Darth Microtransaction has discovered that it doesn’t always have to be a legendary weapon. While playing Crimson Desert, he discovered during a boss fight a tool that could take down the opponent with just a single hit: we’re talking about a tree.

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    Here you will find the legendary horse “Rokade” in Crimson Desert

    Never underestimate the power of the forest

    What happened? The streamer faced the boss Abyss Kutum in Crimson Desert. Instead of confronting the enemy with conventional weapons, he quickly chopped down a tree at the edge of the arena and dragged it to the center.

    After briefly refreshing the stamina of his character Kliff, the streamer slammed the tree lengthwise at the boss.

    By a miracle, this action decimated the entire health bar of the opponent. An unassuming tree managed to one-shot the boss – much to the streamer’s amazement.

    “A tree is the strongest OP weapon in the whole game!”, he declared. You can see a clip from the stream here:

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    What does the community say about this? The discovery has been met with appreciation and amused reactions from viewers and users on x.com:

    • “When you bring a tree to a sword fight,” summarizes Rory Drybear Newbrough.
    • “What the hell? I just discovered the boss today, and he totally wiped me out, so I ran away. And now I just can’t get this out of my head… He’s done for,” rejoices MopHandle.
    • “I mean… If you’re strong enough to throw a tree, that makes sense,” finds Joshua Bell.
    • “Better defeat all bosses with trees before it’s patched,” warns halo3br.

    It is indeed questionable whether the applied tactic was actually intended by the developers. While Crimson Desert is a game that offers many unforeseen possibilities and some mechanics are hidden, this could be a bug.

    Whether the trick will still work after a future update is unclear. It may be that Pearl Abyss will correct this one-shot trick and players will again have to face the boss in the regular way. Another good method against the strongest enemies in the game can be found here: In Crimson Desert, you can easily farm a weapon that defeats bosses with just one hit

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    One single decision in the new season of Scrubs makes me angry because it spoils the best moment from season 8

    Scrubs is back with a new season, and it’s already off to a great start with episode 1. However, MeinMMO editor Nikolas Hernes cannot forgive the creators for ruining one of the best moments of season 8.

    The revival of Scrubs has finally launched in Germany on Disney+ and episode 1 feels like coming home. Even though many years have passed, not much seems to have changed at Sacred Heart. The hospital is still alive, the jokes and the dynamics of the characters are just like before, albeit with modern twists, but without losing the spirit of the original.

    In short: Even the first episode is really good. Actually.

    Because there’s one decision from the first episode that I cannot forgive, even though it shouldn’t bother me. But it ruins one of the best moments of season 8 for me.

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    The latest trailer for the Scrubs revival showcases the key elements of the series

    Season 8 was the perfect conclusion, but one decision tarnishes it

    I’m actually quite satisfied with episode 1 of the new Scrubs season. But when I found out that J.D. and Elliot are no longer married, it really bothered me. I usually don’t care much about couples and shipping in series. I never took it too seriously. That’s why I was so surprised that it bothers me so much in Scrubs.

    Season 8 of Scrubs is one of the most beautiful series finales I can remember. Nothing represents that better than J.D.’s final scene in episode 19 of season 8. The song Book of Love by Peter Gabriel plays, and J.D. sees his future with his friends, children, and Elliot on a screen.

    I’m not usually a fan of such romantic, cheesy scenes, but this one hits me every time. It’s the beautiful happy ending for all the characters I’ve come to love over the years. Even I shed a tear at that moment. It’s simply one of the best episodes of Scrubs.

    And that’s exactly why the current conflict with J.D. and Elliot bothers me. Sure, even people who fit perfectly together can separate, but here it feels like a forced plot point to create some drama.

    The revival doesn’t need that at all

    What bothers me most about this decision is that the revival doesn’t need that at all. It’s important that there’s character development, and the first episode already shows with Turk and Dr. Cox that things have changed, despite the same atmosphere as before.

    Especially Turk’s mood has a lot of potential for a strong story, and the conflict between J.D. and Elliot doesn’t fit in very well; it feels like a regression for both of them. Sure, I don’t know yet how things will progress between the two, but their scenes were the weakest of the episode.

    And if it should come to a reconciliation and them getting back together, it will only confuse me more. The finale of season 8 never claims that it will turn out that way, but in my mind, it was always the guaranteed future for the doctors.

    The Scrubs revival already shows with episode 1 how much potential and fun there is in returning to Sacred Heart. That’s why it’s incredibly unfortunate that one of the best moments is being revised, especially when it wasn’t necessary.

    What do you think? Have you seen the episode yet, and what do you think of the separation of J.D. and Elliot? Feel free to let us know in the comments. However, I will of course continue watching because I really like all the other aspects. Do you remember the guest stars from Scrubs: The 9 best appearances of stars in Scrubs who even stole the show from Dr. Cox

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