The Trouble with End-World Bosses

Empyrea brings with it one of the toughest fights in the game, but that's not a new trend with bosses that bring a world's storyline to an epic conclusion. But are these bosses really working as intended? Let's assess how end-world bosses used to work, how they work now, and what effects the changes are having. Note: this post contains story spoilers, including about Empyrea's final boss.

Wizard101 Yuletide Gingerbread Pack Review

Wizard101 has so many seasonal packs now that it's almost getting out of hand, but that didn't stop the release of yet another pack with a few new items up for grabs. If you're a Christmas fanatic, this might just be the pack for you!

Wizard101 Aero Plains Bundle

Wizard101's newest game card - the Aero Plains Bundle - is here! Following past trends, this bundle matches the world released this year. This Empyrea Part 2 style bundle is based largely on the Aero Dwarves in Port Aero and surrounding areas. It uses similar buildings and textures, with some unique offerings across the board.

Empyrea Part 2 School Frog Pet Drop Guide

Empyrea Part 2 introduced new roaming bosses (one of my favorite small additions to later worlds). They're Humongofrogs with special school symbols on each one. They drop from different bosses across the different locations in Empyrea Part 2. Take a look at what's available!

Level 130+ Crafted Gear in Empyrea Part 2

The level 130+ crafted gear available in Empyrea Part 2 in Wizard101 could be a game-changer, mainly because crafted gear has traditionally been unable to compete with dropped gear. But let's take a look at the crafted options and explore why they're so important for Wizard101!

Cultural Sensitivity in Pirate101

Some thing happen in the games that might go completely unnoticed if you don't pay special attention to the forums and the far corners of the Spiral. This is one such example. Concerns raised about racism and stereotypes on the official Pirate101 forums sparked a discussion with some serious results.

Level 130+ Dropped Gear in Empyrea Part 2

While some of Empyrea Part 2's level 130+ gear remains a bit of a mystery as wizards continue to fight and farm the final or nearly final boss, a lot of other level 130+ gear is already being dropped! Let's check out some of the stats. Warning: spoilers!