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==Run Dates== |
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* <big>2026 - April 10, 9pm - May 3, 11:45 pm EST</big> |
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* 2025 - April 11, 9pm - May 4, 11:45pm EST |
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* 2024 - April 19, 9pm - May 5, 11:45pm |
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* 2023 - June 16, 9p - June 30, 11:59pm |
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* 2022 - June 10, 9p - June 26, 11:59pm |
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* 2021 - June 11, 9p - June 27, 11:59pm |
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* 2020 - June 19, 9p - June 30, 11:59pm |
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* 2019 - June 1, 12p - June 16, 11:59pm |
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| scope="row" | April 10 - May 3, 2026 |
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| May 3, 11:45pm Eastern |
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| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt |
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| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 1|Shop listing, part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 2|part 2]] |
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| [[Rumor Woods/2026 saved posts|Announcements & Teasers]] |
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==Features== |
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===Currency=== |
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The featured currency for Rumor Woods is [[raikhen]] which is used to purchase mounts, mount accessories, and various other goods and/or automated services. It can be earned through jousting, the fox hunt, and the new pixie hunt. Accumulated raikhen can be viewed via {{boldmono|TICKET BALANCE}}. |
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| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | April 11 - May 4, 2025 |
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| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt |
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| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2025 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2025 part 2|Shop List, part 2]] |
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| [[Rumor Woods/2025 saved posts|Saved posts]] |
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| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | April 19 - May 5, 2024 |
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| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt |
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| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2024 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2024 part 2|Shop List, part 2]] |
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| [[Rumor Woods/2024 saved posts|Saved posts]] |
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| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 16 - June 30, 2023 |
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| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt |
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| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2023 part 1|Shop List, part 1]]<br>[[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2023 part 2|Shop List, part 2]] |
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| [[Rumor Woods/2023 saved posts|Saved posts]] |
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| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 10 - June 26, 2022 |
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| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt |
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| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2022|Shop List]] |
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| Raikhen Auction |
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| [[Rumor Woods/2022 saved posts|Saved posts]] |
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| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 11 - June 27, 2021 |
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| Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt |
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| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2021|Shop List]] |
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| [[Rumor Woods/2021 saved posts|Saved posts]] |
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| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 19 - June 30, 2020 |
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| Jousting, Fox Hunt |
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| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2020|Shop List]] |
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| [[Rumor Woods/2020 saved posts|Saved posts]] |
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| scope="row" style="white-space: nowrap;" | June 1 - June 16, 2019 |
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| Jousting |
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| [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2019|Shop List]] |
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| [[Rumor Woods/2019 saved posts|Saved posts]] |
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==Activities== |
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* [[Jousting]] - Those who are interested in jousting must first choose which side they will ride for. They will then don traditional jousting gear, saddle up on their steed of choice, and prepare for battle! Jousting wins will be tallied toward your faction’s total, and once the event ends, those aligned with the winning side will receive not only bragging rights, but new [[Title system#Rumor Woods|titles]] as well! |
* [[Jousting]] - Those who are interested in jousting must first choose which side they will ride for. They will then don traditional jousting gear, saddle up on their steed of choice, and prepare for battle! Jousting wins will be tallied toward your faction’s total, and once the event ends, those aligned with the winning side will receive not only bragging rights, but new [[Title system#Rumor Woods|titles]] as well! |
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Use {{boldmono|EVENT STATS RUMOR}} to view character-specific stats for Rumor Woods activities. |
Use {{boldmono|EVENT STATS RUMOR}} to view character-specific stats for Rumor Woods activities. |
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==Features== |
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===[[Currency]]=== |
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The featured currency for Rumor Woods is [[raikhen]] which is used to purchase mounts, mount accessories, and various other goods and/or automated services. It can be earned through jousting, the fox hunt, and the new pixie hunt. Accumulated raikhen can be viewed via {{boldmono|TICKET BALANCE}}. |
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===Shopping=== |
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Rumor Woods grounds feature various exclusive items and finds, including mounts, mount-related gear and customizations, weapons, armor, crafting items, and more! Character customizations are available on the grounds of the Summit Academy, which includes Sylinar's Spire. |
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===[[Mount]]s=== |
===[[Mount]]s=== |
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* [[Enhancive hider|Enhancive hiding jewelry]] |
* [[Enhancive hider|Enhancive hiding jewelry]] |
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===[[Dabbler]]=== |
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===[[Rumor Woods/Areas of interest|Areas of Interest]]=== |
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A '''perky bearded dabbler''' is located inside of [[RWShop:The Brass Ring|The Brass Ring]] and charges in raikhen for [[item property removal]] services. |
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'''Rumor Woods''' has a vast array of interesting areas to visit, rest, and potentially [[roleplay]] at. |
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===[[Stories_of_Rumor_Woods|Stories, Tales, and Documents]]=== |
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'''Rumor Woods''' has lore added to it every year. Whether it is the release of a document, the sharing of a tale, or an expansion of the areas lore, there is always a story to tell at Rumor Woods. |
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==Portal or Travel Info== |
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Use {{boldmono|QUEST TRANSPORT RUMOR}} in order to transport to Sylinar's Spire, Courtyard. From there, you can access the entire Rumor Woods pay event area, which includes access to portions of the original [[:Category: Summit Academy|Summit Academy]] grounds. |
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<noinclude>=</noinclude>==Refund Policy==<noinclude>=</noinclude> |
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Posted by GM Thandiwe on the official [https://ptb.discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/594009933763051549/942544547672633424 Discord]. |
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<pre{{log2}}>Below is a list of the rules for refunds that were given to the players: |
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We are reminding folks of the event refund policy on item and service purchases. These are universal to all events, but here is some Rumor Woods specific information. |
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Our refund fee will be 10% flat from now on. We're also tightening the timelines here. Summit Academy purchases can only be refunded within 24 hours of the service being applied. |
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==Additional Information== |
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Here is a list of other refunds. |
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===Pricing=== |
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No refunds beyond 24 hours after general purchases. No fee on purchases made within 24-hours that are a mistake. |
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No refunds on items purchased during previous runs. This has always been the policy, just repeating it. |
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No refunds on WPS services. If you make a mistake on type, please ASSIST. |
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As long as you ASSIST with the refund request before the 24-hour mark, it is considered within that window.</pre><section end=refunds /> |
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==Quest Info== |
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Use {{boldmono|QUEST HELP RUMOR}} in order to obtain updated information regarding Rumor Woods. |
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==Pricing== |
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Entry to Rumor Woods can be gained by purchasing a marker from the '''[[SimuCoin | Simucoin store]]'''. Entries can be used for jousting, fox hunt, or pixie hunt. |
Entry to Rumor Woods can be gained by purchasing a marker from the '''[[SimuCoin | Simucoin store]]'''. Entries can be used for jousting, fox hunt, or pixie hunt. |
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===Portal or Travel Info=== |
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==[[Title System|Titles]]== |
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Use {{boldmono|QUEST TRANSPORT RUMOR}} in order to transport to Sylinar's Spire, Courtyard. From there, you can access the entire Rumor Woods pay event area, which includes access to portions of the original [[:Category: Summit Academy|Summit Academy]] grounds. |
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===Refund Policy=== |
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{{:Pay events refund policy}} |
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==={{boldmono|QUEST}} Help=== |
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Use {{boldmono|QUEST HELP RUMOR}} in order to obtain updated information regarding Rumor Woods. |
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===[[Title System|Titles]]=== |
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Participants may qualify for various titles depending on activity and threshold completed. |
Participants may qualify for various titles depending on activity and threshold completed. |
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==Shop Listings== |
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*<big>''' [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 1|2026 shop listing part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 2|part 2]]'''</big> |
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* [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2025 part 1|2025 shop listing part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2025 part 2|part 2]] |
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* [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2024 part 1|2024 shop listing part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2024 part 2|part 2]] |
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* [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2023 part 1|2023 shop listing part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2023 part 2|part 2]] |
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* [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2022|2022 shop listing]] |
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* [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2021|2021 shop listing]] |
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* [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2020|2020 shop listing]] |
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* [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2019|2019 shop listing]] |
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===[[Rumor Woods/Areas of interest|Areas of Interest]]=== |
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==Teasers & Saved Posts== |
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Rumor Woods has a vast array of interesting areas to visit, rest, and potentially [[roleplay]] at. |
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* <big>'''[[Rumor Woods/2026 saved posts|2026 teasers and saved posts]]'''</big> |
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* [[Rumor Woods/2025 saved posts|2025 teasers and saved posts]] |
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===[[Stories of Rumor Woods]]=== |
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* [[Rumor Woods/2024 saved posts|2024 teasers and saved posts]] |
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Rumor Woods has lore added to it every year. Whether it is the release of a document, the sharing of a tale, or an expansion of the areas lore, there is always a story to tell at Rumor Woods. |
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* [[Rumor Woods/2023 saved posts|2023 teasers and saved posts]] |
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* [[Rumor Woods/2022 saved posts|2022 teasers and saved posts]] |
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===[[TownCrier]] Articles=== |
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* [[Rumor Woods/2021 saved posts|2021 teasers and saved posts]] |
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* [[Rumor Woods/2020 saved posts|2020 teasers and saved posts]] |
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* [[Rumor Woods/2019 saved posts|2019 teasers and saved posts]] |
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* Town Crier [[Rumor Woods Teasers Archive by The TownCrier|Rumor Woods Teaser Archive]] |
* Town Crier [[Rumor Woods Teasers Archive by The TownCrier|Rumor Woods Teaser Archive]] |
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Latest revision as of 11:06, 24 March 2026
Shop List is available at the Rumor Woods Shop List Part 1 and Part 2.
The 2026 Teasers and Announcements for this event can be found at Rumor Woods 2026 Information.
Rumor Woods is a recurring pay event that was first run in June 2019 and introduced mounts to Gemstone along with jousting. Similar to Duskruin Arena, the majority of transactions are handled without merchant interaction. The event offers many character customization options. In addition, players can play games, buy mounts, customize them, and buy gear for themselves or their mounts. The event grounds include portions of the original Summit Academy grounds. To read some of the history of Rumor Woods, visit Stories of Rumor Woods.
Run Dates
Dates Ticket Sales End Event Closes Offerings Shop Listings Special Offerings Saved Posts April 10 - May 3, 2026 May 3, 11:45pm Eastern Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt Shop listing, part 1 and part 2 - Announcements & Teasers
For a list of previous run dates, shop lists, and saved posts, click here. Dates Offerings Shop Listings Special Offerings Saved Posts April 11 - May 4, 2025 Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt Shop List, part 1
Shop List, part 2Saved posts April 19 - May 5, 2024 Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt Shop List, part 1
Shop List, part 2Saved posts June 16 - June 30, 2023 Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt Shop List, part 1
Shop List, part 2Saved posts June 10 - June 26, 2022 Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt Shop List Raikhen Auction Saved posts June 11 - June 27, 2021 Jousting, Fox Hunt, Pixie Hunt Shop List Saved posts June 19 - June 30, 2020 Jousting, Fox Hunt Shop List Saved posts June 1 - June 16, 2019 Jousting Shop List Saved posts
Activities
- Jousting - Those who are interested in jousting must first choose which side they will ride for. They will then don traditional jousting gear, saddle up on their steed of choice, and prepare for battle! Jousting wins will be tallied toward your faction’s total, and once the event ends, those aligned with the winning side will receive not only bragging rights, but new titles as well!
- Fox Hunt - The Fox Hunt is a quick chase to find the cunning fox. Adventurers have 90 seconds to track down the fox to be awarded currency and other prizes! Finding other fauna in Rumor Woods will also come with rewards! Some lucky hunters will be awarded a special bugle that can be used to summon a pet fox (initial release 2020).
- Pixie Hunt - Added in 2021. The Pixie Hunt is similar to the original Fox Hunt, but you need to track down a pixie instead. Some lucky hunters will be awarded a special bell that can be used to summon a pet lamb.
Use EVENT STATS RUMOR to view character-specific stats for Rumor Woods activities.
Features
Currency
The featured currency for Rumor Woods is raikhen which is used to purchase mounts, mount accessories, and various other goods and/or automated services. It can be earned through jousting, the fox hunt, and the new pixie hunt. Accumulated raikhen can be viewed via TICKET BALANCE.
Shopping
Rumor Woods grounds feature various exclusive items and finds, including mounts, mount-related gear and customizations, weapons, armor, crafting items, and more! Character customizations are available on the grounds of the Summit Academy, which includes Sylinar's Spire.
Mounts
- Types:
- Mount customizations
- Mount-related equipment
Character Customizations
Note: All customizations are premade only. 1000 Raikhen each!
- Spell prep customizations - Both individual and full spell circles
- List of custom spell prep options
- List of spell customization options, as well as bolt customization options - customize the effects of certain spells
- Swears
- List of custom swears
- Log on/off messaging
- List of custom logon/off options
- Death messaging
- List of death messaging options
- Signature verbs
- List of signature verbs
- Feature options - Including body type (exclusive)
- List of feature alteration options
- Urchin Guide Movement Messaging
Additional Items/Services
- Weight reduction for containers
- Enhancive hiding jewelry
Dabbler
A perky bearded dabbler is located inside of The Brass Ring and charges in raikhen for item property removal services.
Additional Information
Pricing
Entry to Rumor Woods can be gained by purchasing a marker from the Simucoin store. Entries can be used for jousting, fox hunt, or pixie hunt.
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| Rumor Woods Entries (250 uses) | 25,000 | 250 entries into Rumor Woods | A Circular Vaalin Sunburst Marker |
| Rumor Woods Entries (100 uses) | 10,000 | 100 entries into Rumor Woods | A Circular Laje Sunburst Marker |
| Rumor Woods Entries (50 uses) | 5,000 | 50 entries into Rumor Woods | A Circular Golden Sunburst Marker |
| Rumor Woods Entries (25 uses) | 2,500 | 25 entries into Rumor Woods | A Circular Silver Sunburst Marker |
| Rumor Woods Entries (10 uses) | 1,000 | 10 entries into Rumor Woods | A Circular Bronze Sunburst Marker |
| Rumor Woods Entries (1 uses) | 100 | 1 entry into Rumor Woods (jousting, fox hunt) | A Circular Tin Sunburst Marker |
Portal or Travel Info
Use QUEST TRANSPORT RUMOR in order to transport to Sylinar's Spire, Courtyard. From there, you can access the entire Rumor Woods pay event area, which includes access to portions of the original Summit Academy grounds.
Refund Policy
The refund fee is a flat 10%. The deadline to apply for a refund is 24 hours from the time of purchase. Delayed service purchases that have been redeemed must be refunded within 24 hours of the service being applied.
No refunds beyond 24 hours after general shop purchases. No fee on purchases made within 24 hours that were a mistake. No refunds on items purchased during previous events. No refunds on auction items or live event services (e.g., Mania wins). This includes refunds on other items because of your auction win. No refunds on WPS services. If you make a mistake on the type, please ASSIST. No refunds on gilded locus services. If you make a mistake, the NPC can help you reconfigure your locus.
As a further clarification to the existing refund policy, all live event and auction purchases are explicitly sold as-is. These items and services are final upon delivery and will not be revised or changed. This includes requests based on personal preference or design interpretation. Correction of clear errors is still available but should be reported promptly. Errors are limited to objective mistakes and do not include creative or mechanical design choices. Please consider this carefully when making any purchases.
As long as your ASSIST for a refund request is placed before the 24-hour mark, it is considered within the allowed window.
QUEST Help
Use QUEST HELP RUMOR in order to obtain updated information regarding Rumor Woods.
Titles
Participants may qualify for various titles depending on activity and threshold completed.
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Some titles are available for participating in the Fox Hunt. They are accessed via TITLE LIST RUMOR-PRE and RUMOR-POST.
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Some titles are available for participating in the Pixie Hunt. They are accessed via TITLE LIST RUMOR-PRE and RUMOR-POST.
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Areas of Interest
Rumor Woods has a vast array of interesting areas to visit, rest, and potentially roleplay at.
Stories of Rumor Woods
Rumor Woods has lore added to it every year. Whether it is the release of a document, the sharing of a tale, or an expansion of the areas lore, there is always a story to tell at Rumor Woods.
TownCrier Articles
- Town Crier Rumor Woods Teaser Archive
Artwork Archive
Subcategories
This category has the following 8 subcategories, out of 8 total.
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- Rumor Woods saved posts (8 P)
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- TownCrier Rumor Woods articles (10 P)
Pages in category "Rumor Woods"
The following 29 pages are in this category, out of 29 total.