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<div class="alert alert-info"><center>'''Rumor Woods will begin Friday, April 10th at 9pm Eastern and close on Sunday, May 3rd at 11:45pm Eastern.<br><br>Shop List is available at the [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 1|Rumor Woods Shop List Part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 2|Part 2]].<br><br>The 2026 Teasers and Announcements for this event can be found at [[Rumor_Woods/2026_saved_posts|Rumor Woods 2026 Information]].'''</center></div> |
<div class="alert alert-info"><center>'''Rumor Woods will begin Friday, April 10th at 9pm Eastern and close on Sunday, May 3rd at 11:45pm Eastern.<br><br>Shop List is available at the [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 1|Rumor Woods Shop List Part 1]] and [[Rumor Woods/shop listing 2026 part 2|Part 2]].<br><br>The 2026 Teasers and Announcements for this event can be found at [[Rumor_Woods/2026_saved_posts|Rumor Woods 2026 Information]].'''</center></div> |
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'''Rumor Woods''' is a recurring pay event that was first run in June 2019 and introduced [[mount]]s 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 [[:Category: Summit Academy|Summit Academy]] grounds. To read some of the history of Rumor Woods, visit [[Stories of Rumor Woods]]. |
'''Rumor Woods''' is a recurring pay event that was first run in June 2019 and introduced [[mount]]s 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 [[:Category: Summit Academy|Summit Academy]] grounds. To read some of the history of Rumor Woods, visit [[Stories of Rumor Woods]]. |
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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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Image:RumorWoods2025_1920x1080.jpg|2025 - Rumor Woods: Bee vs. Bear|alt=An armored knight rides a powerful warhorse through a snowy forest, bearing a green shield emblazoned with golden bees. He raises it defensively against an opposing knight clad in purple, who charges atop a snarling polar bear. Swarming bees hover in the misty background. |
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[[File:Rumorwoods.jpg|link=Rumor Woods/shop listing 2019|200px|thumb|left|Serpent vs Phoenix<br>2019]]</li> |
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Image:RumorWoods BeetleVsSpider 1920x1080.jpg|2024 - Rumor Woods: Beetle vs. Spider|alt=A red mechanical beetle and a blue mechanical spider face off atop a mechanical clock which mysteriously displays 13:00. Along the left side three mechanical beetles make a border, and three mechanical spiders mimic on the right side. A banner at the bottom reads "Fryc & Shives Laboratories Presents." |
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Image:RumorWood TheRoltonVsTheWolf 1920x1080.jpg|2023 - Rumor Woods: The Rolton vs. the Wolf|alt=Four roltons make their way across a forest, each wearing different expressions. The one in the forefront eyes a mushroom on a downed tree with curiosity, with the one behind it wearing an indignant expression. The two in the back appear glib. A wolf lies in wait beneath the downed tree, poised for attack. |
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[[File:RW2020.jpg|link=Rumor Woods/shop listing 2020|200px|thumb|left|Coney vs Tortoise<br>2020]]</li> |
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Image:Battle of the Unicorn and the Dragon.jpg|2022 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Unicorn and the Dragon|alt=A silver-haired unicorn faces off against a wastesdragon, a large-bodied lizard. The lizard stands atop a rock with its mouth agape. The artwork features heavy lines with colors similar to a watered down ink painting. |
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Image:RW2021.png|2021 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Stag and the Lion|alt=Heavy linework and vibrant colors bring life to this image of an antlered stag mid-attack against a lion poised with a paw to swipe with its maw open and ready to bite. |
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[[File:RW2021.png|link=Rumor Woods/shop listing 2021|200px|thumb|left|Stag vs Lion<br>2021]]</li> |
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Image:RW2020.jpg|2020 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Coney and the Tortoise|alt=A large tortoise emerges from roiling waves with its neck outstretched as it attempts to snap at a coney jumping backwards out of its way. |
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Image:Rumorwoods.jpg|2019 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Serpent and the Phoenix|alt=An armored knight bears a lance in hand and rides atop a caparisoned in blue and gold as onlookers in the stand cheer. |
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[[File:Battle_of_the_Unicorn_and_the_Dragon.jpg|link=Rumor Woods/shop listing 2022|200px|thumb|left|Unicorn vs. Dragon<br>2022]]</li> |
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[[File:RumorWood TheRoltonVsTheWolf 1920x1080.jpg|link=Rumor Woods/shop listing 2023|200px|thumb|left|Rolton vs. Wolf<br>2023]]</li> |
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[[File:RumorWoods BeetleVsSpider 1920x1080.jpg|link=Rumor Woods/shop listing 2024 part 1|200px|thumb|left|Beetle vs. Spider<br>2024]] |
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[[File:RumorWoods2025_1920x1080.jpg|link=Rumor Woods/shop listing 2025 part 1|200px|thumb|left|Bee vs. Bear<br>2025]] |
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* [[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 [[fox pet|pet fox]] (initial release 2020). |
* [[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 [[fox pet|pet fox]] (initial release 2020). |
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* [[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 [[lamb pet|pet lamb]]. |
* [[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 [[lamb pet|pet lamb]]. |
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Latest revision as of 12:15, 3 April 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!
Rumor Woods - Tourney of the Scorpion vs. the Jerboa
2025 - Rumor Woods: Bee vs. Bear
2024 - Rumor Woods: Beetle vs. Spider
2023 - Rumor Woods: The Rolton vs. the Wolf
2022 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Unicorn and the Dragon
2021 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Stag and the Lion
2020 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Coney and the Tortoise
2019 - Rumor Woods: Battle of the Serpent and the Phoenix
- 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 artwork (13 F)
- Rumor Woods saved posts (8 P)
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- TownCrier Rumor Woods articles (10 P)
Pages in category "Rumor Woods"
The following 30 pages are in this category, out of 30 total.