Ethereum Mobile Game 'Guild of Guardians' Reveals First Expansion

Immutable Games has revealed plans to launch the first expansion for mobile trading card role-playing game Guild of Guardians, which will introduce two new legendary Guardians and other fresh content. The Frostmire expansion is set to go live on October 16 with a new icey environment.

This global update will transport players to the titular location, which introduces snowy mountains and frozen plains as the game continues to delve into its lore. Most notably, however, two new Guardians will be introduced: Lisca and Dolvir.

Both legendary in rarity, Lisca is a prolific ranged hunter who grew up in the icey Frostmire with a snappy sense of humor and soft spot for sweet treats. Meanwhile, Dolvir is a warrior-style guardian that will act as a powerful offensive option. These new guardians will be available to purchase or summon through the Altar of Sacrifice upon the launch of the new expansion.

“[Lisca is] supremely adapted to the cold; they traverse the frost with ease, and bring it to bear with deadly effect with her ranged attacks and skills,” Guild of Guardians Game Director Chris Clay told Decrypt. “[Dolvir] has the ability to disrupt enemy ranks, and his summoned pets provide additional damage, tankiness, and sustain.”

Guild of Guardians is a mobile app available on iOS and Android that has players, referred to as “Commanders,” guide a group of Guardians through a series of dungeons. As each dangerous locale is cleared, Commanders gain more experience and loot to level up their squad. 

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“We expect to be adding new regions every four to six months,” Clay told Decrypt. “Some of it will depend on player progression and the balance of new expansions and live event development.”

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“We want each Guild of Guardians expansion to have a narratively compelling story that drives players to want to learn more about this world,” Clay added in a statement. “Frostmire delivers a rich new location for players to explore, challenge their skills, and conquer.”

Frostmire also promises to introduce new enemies, music, and “surprises” that will reportedly give Guild of Guardians a completely fresh feel. 

The Frostmire expansion will also add level-7 equipment and gear into the game, which can be equipped onto Guardians for stronger combat boosts. And for those with a competitive streak, a “limited event” is also on the horizon.

Edited by Andrew Hayward