An old NPC in World of Warcraft has reappeared. He remembers you and is dissatisfied – whereas you should actually be angry.
Some NPCs in World of Warcraft remain memorable for years and decades. Not because they play a particularly important role, like Sylvanas, Anduin, or Thrall. But because one painfully remembers the quest tied to them. One of these NPCs is an Arcane Elemental that you first met in “The Burning Crusade.” He also remembers you – and that could drive you crazy.
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What kind of NPC is this? We’re talking about “Khadgar’s Servant,” a wobbly Arcane Elemental that you’ve surely encountered multiple times in the game. He is always somehow found at the side of the great mage Khadgar and serves as his assistant – even in the Arcantine, an inn where new quests and interesting NPCs can be found every week.
When you take a quest in the Arcantine, Khadgar’s Servant appears and provides you with a portal so you can travel directly to the location of the respective quest. If you talk to him, he tells you a bit and says:
“I used to guide numerous heroes through the city of Shattrath. That was quite time-consuming, showing them the entire city. It was always good to be freed from this task at the end.”
A statement that is likely to make at least one eyelid twitch for many a WoW veteran.
Khadgar’s Servant has suffered greatly because of you. It surely wasn’t the other way around.
Which quest is he talking about? We’re talking about the quest “City of Light” in the first expansion, The Burning Crusade. After you arrive in Shattrath, Khadgar wants to show you the city first. However, he doesn’t do it himself – he is a busy man – but sends one of his Arcane Elementals with you. It also says: “Follow me, stranger. This shouldn’t take long.”
This turns out to be one of the biggest lies in World of Warcraft.
One of the most boring quests in all of WoW
The quest takes a good 10 minutes, during which you simply follow the Arcane Elemental and read his texts. He leads you through the entire city and tells you details about the political climate in the city, the refugees, and external threats. This may be interesting for lore fans – but those who have to do the quest a second time will be bored.
The infamous “City of Light” – a lengthy quest that many simply cannot complete.
Especially bad: If you don’t follow the Elemental constantly and decide to go afk for a moment or simply forget to follow him immediately for a few seconds, he simply despawns and there is no quest completion. Then you have to go the entire route one more time. No wonder, then, that City of Light is considered one of the 5 most annoying quests in all of World of Warcraft.
The result was that many had to take this quest multiple times, and it often took half an hour before one could finally continue with the story.
Consequently, it is likely to be quite amusing to meet Khadgar’s Servant again in the Arcantine and learn that the experience was just as tedious for him as it was for us as heroes of Azeroth.
The MCU is full of series and movies that have expanded the world of Marvel since 2008. We explain everything about the order, phases, and upcoming projects.
Update from 04/07/2026: The release date of the Punisher special has been added, and we have adjusted the chronological timeline with new movies and series.
What is the MCU? In 2008, the Marvel Cinematic Universe started with the first film about Iron Man. This is a vast film universe from Marvel that tells various stories within the same continuity. This includes series and movies.
In the following article, you will find an overview of all the movies and series of the MCU, and we will show you what is coming up next. We will first list the phases of the Marvel movies and series. Those who want to experience the films in chronological order of the story can jump directly to our heading.
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English trailer for Iron Man with Robert Downey Jr.
All Phases of the MCU at a Glance
The Marvel Studios divide their films into different phases. These are also the release dates of the various films and series. In this overview, we list all phases and their corresponding productions:
Phase 1
Iron Man (April 14, 2008)
The Incredible Hulk (June 6, 2008)
Iron Man 2 (April 26, 2010)
Thor (April 17, 2011)
Captain America: The First Avenger (July 19, 2011)
Marvel’s The Avengers (April 11, 2012)
Phase 2
Iron Man 3 (April 12, 2013)
Thor – The Dark Kingdom (October 22, 2013)
The Return of the First Avenger (March 13, 2014)
Guardians of the Galaxy (July 21, 2014)
Avengers: Age of Ultron (April 13, 2015)
Ant-Man (June 29, 2015)
Phase 3
The First Avenger: Civil War (April 12, 2016)
Doctor Strange (October 13, 2016)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (April 10, 2017)
Spider-Man: Homecoming (June 28, 2017)
Thor: Ragnarok (October 10, 2017)
Black Panther (January 29, 2018)
Avengers: Infinity War (April 23, 2018)
Ant-Man and the Wasp (June 25, 2018)
Captain Marvel (February 27, 2019)
Avengers: Endgame (April 22, 2019)
Spider-Man: Far From Home (June 26, 2019)
Phase 4
WandaVision as a series (Start: January 15, 2021)
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier as a series (Start: March 19, 2021)
Loki as a series (Start: June 9, 2021)
Black Widow (June 29, 2021)
What if…? as an animated series (Start: August 11, 2021)
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (August 16, 2021)
Eternals (October 18, 2021)
Hawkeye as a series (Start: November 24, 2021)
Spider-Man: No Way Home (December 13, 2021)
Moon Knight as a series (Start: March 30, 2022)
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (May 2, 2022)
Ms. Marvel as a series (Start: June 8, 2022)
Thor: Love and Thunder (June 23, 2022)
I Am Groot as a series (Start: August 10, 2022)
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (Start: August 18, 2022)
Werewolf by Night (October 7, 2022)
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (October 26, 2022)
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (November 25, 2022)
Phase 5
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (February 6, 2023)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (April 22, 2023)
Secret Invasion as a series (Start: June 21, 2023)
I Am Groot Season 2 (Start: September 6, 2023)
Loki Season 2 (Start: October 5, 2023)
The Marvels (November 7, 2023)
What If…?Season 2 (Start: December 22, 2023)
Echo as a series (Start: January 10, 2024)
Deadpool & Wolverine (July 22, 2024)
Agatha All Along as a series (Start: September 18, 2024)
The Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man as an animated series (Start: January 29, 2025)
Captain America: Brave New World (February 11, 2025)
Daredevil: Born Again as a series (Start: March 4, 2025)
Thunderbolts* (April 22, 2025)
Iron Heart as a series (Start: June 24, 2025)
Phase 6
The Fantastic Four: First Steps (July 25, 2025)
Eyes of Wakanda as an animated series (August 1, 2025)
Marvel Zombies as an animated series (September 24, 2025, originally: October 3, 2025)
Wonder Man as a series (January 27, 2026)
Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 (March 2026)
The Punisher: One Last Kill (May 12, 2026)
Spider-Man: Brand New Day (July 30, 2026)
Avengers: Doomsday (December 16, 2026 (originally May 1, 2026))
Vision Quest as a series (2026)
Avengers: Secret Wars (December 17, 2027 (originally May 7, 2027))
Wonder Man Season 2 (unknown)
Marvel Zombies Season 2 (unknown)
Marvel Series Not Specifically Assigned to Any Phase
Marvel’s Agents of Shield (6 seasons, Start: September 24, 2013)
Marvel’s Agent Carter (2 seasons, Start: January 6, 2015)
Marvel’s Inhumans (1 season, Start: August 31, 2017)
Marvel’s Daredevil (3 seasons, Start: April 10, 2015)
Marvel’s Jessica Jones (3 seasons, Start: November 20, 2015)
Marvel’s Luke Cage (2 seasons, Start: September 30, 2016)
Marvel’s Iron Fist (2 seasons, Start: March 17, 2017)
Marvel’s The Defenders (1 season, Start: August 18, 2017)
Marvel’s The Punisher (2 seasons, Start: November 17, 2017)
Marvel’s Runaways (3 seasons, Start: November 21, 2017)
Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger (2 seasons, Start June 7, 2018)
X-Men ’97 (March 20, 2025)
X-Men ’97 Season (2026)
All Movies and Series from Marvel in Chronological Order
If you want to watch all the movies and series in the order they happened in the film universe, then follow this list:
In Crimson Desert you can earn 2 powerful armor sets that transform you into Sauron. MeinMMO reveals where to find the parts of the Shadow Armor and the Armor of the Frost Curse.
What kind of armors are these? The Shadow Armor and the Armor of the Frost Curse consist of 5 pieces each and not only are they wonderfully black, but they also have strong stats and effects, and they visually transform you into Sauron from The Lord of the Rings.
The first set is actually the reward for mastering a boss fight. Some of the pieces (chest guard, gloves, boots, and cloak) can also be found in the game world, specifically in the coldest regions of Hernand in the west. This is a welcome alternative since the boss is one of the toughest challenges in the game.
The second set is spread across several locations in Demeniss. The region is east of Hernand and is initially full of enemies, but the armor pieces are easier to reach – and you also get a matching weapon. Below we reveal all locations and what makes the sets so special.
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The questline through which you can earn the Shadow Armor is called “White Blizzard” and you receive it from the soldiers of House Lanford in the northwest of Hernand City. However, you will only receive the first task “Cursed Mountain” once you have already completed some tasks for Lanford and reached Act 8.
After the follow-up quest “Wraith in the Frost,” you are supposed to find “Beloth, the Darksworn’s Loot.” To do this, you have to defeat the titular boss who wears the black Shadow Armor and attacks you with icy assaults. So pack gear with high frost resistance (you might want to get the second set first, see below).
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Shadow Armor – Alternative Locations and Effects
Below we introduce the individual pieces of the set and reveal where you can find the individual parts outside of the boss fight.
Plate Armor of the Frosty Shadows: This stylish garment protects you from petrification, offers some bonus defense, and increases stamina regeneration by 2 percent. You can find the chest in a locked chamber in the mountain near the Winterberg Watchtower in the northwest of Hernand.
Light the campfire and the path will be clear.Here you will find the hidden cave.
Plate Cape of the Ice Shadows: The shoulder piece with cape provides level 7 protection against fire (!). For the cape, you must return to the cold northwest of Hernand, to a ruin (south of the location of the chest armor). On one of the roofs, you will find a trapdoor that stands out clearly from the rest of the roof due to its stone pattern.
Stand on one side of the trapdoor, kneel down, and perform the powerful strike downward. This will open your side of the door downwards and the other side upwards; you will fall down to the chest with the cape. If you perform the powerful strike while jumping, you will also trigger the trapdoor, but it will close before you can slip through.
Here you will find the ruins where the cape is hidden.At this point, you must perform the powerful strike down to open the trapdoor.
Plate Boots of the Cold Darkness: Don’t be surprised, in English this item is called Plate Boots of the Shadows and belongs to the Shadow Set. There seems to be a translation error in translating this item into German. The boots grant you a 10 percent bonus on skill XP and a 2 percent increase in climbing speed.
You will find the boots in the Frostclaws Cave in the west of Hernand. With the shove skill from the talent tree, you can get through the waterfall. Here’s the location of the hiding place:
The position of the Frostclaws Cave.
Plate Gloves of the Cold Darkness: Again, the crude translation applies here. The black gloves provide a 2 percent increase for climbing and swimming speed.
Prepare for a small expedition through the cold. You will have to return to the Frostclaws Cave and then follow the river west. Be careful! At one point, two ice elementals with boss status appear. You can run away from them, though.
When you reach the end of the map, head south until you reach the spot on the map excerpt. Look for a hidden access point in the mountain that is blocked by blue ice. You can destroy the ice and enter the Winterberg Cave.
Here you need to go to the Winterberg Cave.The access point is hard to see.
Plate Helmet of the Shadows: This helmet provides you with the activatable Glacial Domain effect, which allows you to attack enemies with an ice breath. It also offers stun immunity and a bonus of 3 to defense.
So far, the community has not found an alternative location for the helmet. Currently, it seems that to complete the set, you have to defeat the old “Beloth, the Darksworn”.
By the way, you can find the matching black legendary horse for the armor set here:
The Armor of the Frost Curse – Locations and Effects
Plate Helmet of the Frost Curse: This headgear has the same design as the Shadow Helmet, looks a bit lighter, but unfortunately does not have the cool frost breath effect. Instead, it offers immunity to tinnitus and a slight refresh of health points.
You will find the helmet at the Chatter Rock, north of Kingshield Mountains. Look for an access point in the ruins that is covered with brush. If you burn the blockage with your weapon reflection, you will find the chest with the helmet in the chamber.
You need to uncover this access pointThe Chatter Rock
Frost Curse Plate Armor: The plate armor is located in the Mist Shard Cave in northern Demeniss. Immediately after crossing the waterfall, destroy the stone formation that blocks the way. Then you can collect an Improved Herb Pill as well as the Frost Curse Plate Armor.
The chest armor unfortunately cannot be upgraded at the moment, but it grants you movement speed level 2 and ice resistance at level 7 (!). You will not find a better piece of gear for the coldest regions of Pywel.
The Mist Shard Cave.
Frozen Plate Boots of the Curse: Like the Plate Boots of the Cold Darkness, these shoes also grant you an increased climbing speed of 2 percent. Additionally, you get a 10 percent increase in contribution XP. You will find the item in a chest in the Cave of the Source of Misfortune, which is located south of the Mist Shard Cave.
The Cave of the Source of Misfortune.
Plate Gloves of the Frost Curse: The black finger protection grants you ice resistance at level 1 and damage reduction of 1. You can find the set piece in the Moon Spirit Cave, which you can find just southwest of the Cave of the Source of Misfortune.
The Moon Spirit Cave.
Plate Cape of the Frost Curse: For the last piece of the set, you will have to draw your weapons for the first time. The Sanctum of Atonement, which you find west of the Chatter Rock, is full of enemies and must be cleansed by you for the witches.
Once the area is pacified, look for an access point that is blocked by thorns. With the reflection of your weapons, you can remove the underbrush. Then duck and sneak along the low U-shaped corridor until you come across the chest with the cape. Do not stop, as the way is lined with traps. You can safely teleport back.
Here you need to burn the thorns.You also have to go to the Sanctum for a quest.
The plate cape grants you some defense and level 5 protection against frost. With the 3 pieces providing frost resistance, there is no better set for the frosty regions of Pywel. Additionally, it looks very cool.
Where can I find a weapon that matches the two sets? Directly west of the Mist Shard Cave, you will find the Tip of the Frost, which you will need to visit for a quest at some point anyway. But it is enough just to pay a quick visit to the ground floor of the tower. Just watch out for the flying guards and equip gear with frost resistance.
Hidden in this light behind the stairs is the chest.The Tip of the Frost on the map.
You gain access to the tower by lighting the nearby campfire at the entrance. However, you first have to destroy the ice layer, either with a powerful strike or with fire. Once the campfire is burning, the tower opens up and you move behind the staircase.
In the golden glowing light, a chest is hidden. From the chest, you pull out the Frozen Agony, a stylish two-handed blade that restores stamina through attacks and features bonuses for attack and attack speed. Two free sockets complement the weapon’s offer.
In Crimson Desert, you receive the subquest “Contradiction” for the quest line “The Burden of Knowledge,” which currently causes issues for many players. Here’s how you can complete it quickly.
What is the problem? Throughout the quest line “The Burden of Knowledge,” you need to visit the Scholastein Institute for “Contradiction” and talk to the Institute Administrator. They require the correct answers in a specific order. Unfortunately, many players struggle here because:
The dialogue cannot be skipped
One wrong answer and you have to talk to the administrator again
The hints from the previous quest hardly help in finding the right answers
Fans suspect a faulty translation into German, which is why many now have to deal with the orc for minutes. Therefore, we will show you the correct answers below so that you don’t have to endure the conversation over and over again.
Update, April 7, 2026: The article has been reviewed and is up to date.
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Crimson Desert: How to unlock the fast travel point in your camp
Solve Contradiction: Here are the answers
We have numbered the answers in the order they appear in your dialogue window. So use the following options to successfully complete the quest:
Answer1: I heard there was a meeting with a noble from outside that day.
Answer 1: They were in the lab with Tarho all day and think the guard is the one acting strangely.
Answer2: They were engaged in their research with Grunil and briefly stopped by the library, only to be reprimanded by the librarian.
Answer2: The library keeps records of all visits – but Raphael’s entry is missing.
Answer1: They insist that they couldn’t have stolen it – because they knew nothing about the forbidden books or the ancient language.
You will find the institute along with the administrator at XThis is what the administrator looks like
After you have answered all questions correctly, you will receive a follow-up quest to finally catch the book thief who is causing trouble on the institute grounds. The good thing is, you don’t have to pay close attention during the conversation, as the culprit will be marked on your map after the chat.
Those were all the important details to successfully complete the dialogue with the institute administrator. Should you need further help with quests or even tips, we have prepared a suitable list with a variety of guides: Crimson Desert: All guides, tips, and lists at a glance
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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.
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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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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Crimson Desert shows more of the fights and progression in the action RPG in the new gameplay video
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.
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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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.
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 1
Up to +3
Smithing Stone 2
Up to +6
Smithing Stone 3
Up to +9
Smithing Stone 4
Up to +12
Smithing Stone 5
Up to +15
Smithing Stone 6
Up to +18
Smithing Stone 7
Up to +21
Smithing Stone 8
Up to +24
Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone
Up 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.
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.
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.
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.
On page 2, we continue with the dark smithing stones.
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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:
Crimson Desert: Launch trailer shows new bosses, dragon action and the storming of a moving train
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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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:
YourRage: A streamer from the circle of Kai Cenat, known for reactions, “pranks”, and gaming content
Ski Mask: An American rapper and Twitch streamer.
xQc was not only a participant himself but is also considered a doppelgänger of finalist Rubius.
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From Overwatch professional to number 1 on Twitch to 100 million $ – Who is xQc?
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.
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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Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition – Developers thank for 5 years of loyal fan support
Age of Empires 2 set the standards for RTS
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.
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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The official trailer for Fallout Season 2 takes us back to the apocalypse
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.
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:
In 2015, there was a mysterious cat plague after the developers introduced taverns to the game. House cats wandered into the bars, collected spilled alcohol on their paws, and became drunk as they licked their paws.
Occasionally, the developers are even afraid of their own creation, especially when aquifers can wipe out entire fortresses with a single pickaxe strike.
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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Dwarf Fortress on Steam Announcement Teaser
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.
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.
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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Rockstar Games presents GTA 6 in the second trailer
“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:
Battlefield 6 celebrated a record launch; nevertheless, several developers from all involved studios were laid off in March 2026, as reported by IGN Germany
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.
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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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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:
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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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 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.
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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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:
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.
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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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.
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
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
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.
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.
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 $100,000 in one to two minutes.
Guides for time trials: These races have different names and locations and rotate weekly. Here you can find tips and tricks on how to complete the races. (This list will be updated regularly)
4. The Fleeca Heist brings you cash and an important cheap vehicle
Heist Overview
Raids in GTA 5 Online provide the most GTA$, 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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
8. The Cluckin-Bell Raid brings you 500,000 $ with no costs
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.
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Update, April 6, 2026: We have updated the list, and it is now up to date.
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