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Encroaching Frost Lockbox

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you. Greetings, Adventurers!

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changedMount: Snowtusk (Mythic)Centuries pass, and the Snowtusk remains, a creature so connected to the endless winter that every step stirs suffocating frost around it. Frost giants covered its head with binding markings to dampen the deadly breath of cold, said to instantly freeze the heart of any who are caught by it.
changedCombat Power: Winter's WrathApply Effect: Duration of 10 seconds. Increases the target's incoming damage by 15.8%, reduces target's outgoing damage by 15.8%, and slows the target's movement speed by 22.5%. Up to 5 allies in the area receive 3.2% Combat Advantage.
changedEquip Power: Mystic AuraEquip: +2250 Power/Accuracy to you and your party members within 80’. Multiple of the same Aura do not stack. Grants 2700 Combined Rating.
changedCompanion: Sir Waddlelot (Mythic)Sir Waddlelot is a fearless knight of impeccable honor, clad in polished armor and driven by an unbreakable sense of duty. Though his stride may be more waddle than march, none can doubt his courage or his determination to defend his allies at all costs.
changedActive PowersOffensive Waddle – Sir Waddlelot winds up for a strike, swinging his sword to deal damage to a single target.
changedActive PowersValiant Protector – Sir Waddlelot plants his shield firmly, chest puffed, daring foes to strike him first. His heroic stance reduces incoming damage and draws enemy attention.

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changedCenturies pass, and the Snowtusk remains, a creature so connected to the endless winter that every step stirs suffocating frost around it. Frost giants covered its head with binding markings to dampen the deadly breath of cold, said to instantly freeze the heart of any who are caught by it.
changedApply Effect: Duration of 10 seconds. Increases the target's incoming damage by 15.8%, reduces target's outgoing damage by 15.8%, and slows the target's movement speed by 22.5%. Up to 5 allies in the area receive 3.2% Combat Advantage.
changedEquip: +2250 Power/Accuracy to you and your party members within 80’. Multiple of the same Aura do not stack. Grants 2700 Combined Rating.
changedSir Waddlelot is a fearless knight of impeccable honor, clad in polished armor and driven by an unbreakable sense of duty. Though his stride may be more waddle than march, none can doubt his courage or his determination to defend his allies at all costs.
changedOffensive Waddle – Sir Waddlelot winds up for a strike, swinging his sword to deal damage to a single target.

The contents in this article are taken from a test version and could be subject to change for the final version. When this happens, we will inform you.

Greetings, Adventurers!

Encroaching Frost has crept down from the Reghed Glacier's dangerous mountains, bringing with it treasures born of biting winds and endless snowdrifts. Within this chilling Lockbox, you may ride the Snowtusk, or feel honored to be accompanied by the ever-dapper Sir Waddlelot!

Start date: May 19, 2026 End date: July 10, 2026

Mount: Snowtusk (Mythic)

Centuries pass, and the Snowtusk remains, a creature so connected to the endless winter that every step stirs suffocating frost around it. Frost giants covered its head with binding markings to dampen the deadly breath of cold, said to instantly freeze the heart of any who are caught by it.

Combat Power: Winter's Wrath

  • Use: Summons the Snowtusk at a target location, which starts a whirlwind of frost and fury for 3 seconds with a total magnitude of 750.

  • Apply Effect: Duration of 10 seconds. Increases the target's incoming damage by 15.8%, reduces target's outgoing damage by 15.8%, and slows the target's movement speed by 22.5%. Up to 5 allies in the area receive 3.2% Combat Advantage.

Equip Power: Mystic Aura

Equip: +2250 Power/Accuracy to you and your party members within 80’. Multiple of the same Aura do not stack. Grants 2700 Combined Rating.

Companion: Sir Waddlelot (Mythic)

Sir Waddlelot is a fearless knight of impeccable honor, clad in polished armor and driven by an unbreakable sense of duty. Though his stride may be more waddle than march, none can doubt his courage or his determination to defend his allies at all costs.

Active Powers

  • Inspirational Honk – Sir Waddlelot lifts his head and lets out a heroic honk, filling you and nearby allies with courage, boosting your Defense and Power by 3.5% for 7 seconds. Multiple Waddlelots strengthen the effect, but with diminishing returns.

  • Offensive Waddle – Sir Waddlelot winds up for a strike, swinging his sword to deal damage to a single target.

  • Valiant Protector – Sir Waddlelot plants his shield firmly, chest puffed, daring foes to strike him first. His heroic stance reduces incoming damage and draws enemy attention.

  • Enhancement – Gives an additional bonus to Combined Rating.

Enhancement Power: Enduring Guard

Equip: While your companion is summoned and not downed, increases your Defense by 5% and your companion's Defense by up to 5%. The value of the buff depends on the item level of your summoned companion.

Offense Power: Relentless Waddle

Equip: Whenever you run, Sir Waddlelot's heroic energy resonates with your stride. Increasing your and your summoned companions’ Critical Severity by 7.5% for 7 seconds. Has +750 Combined Rating.

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Steam News / 12 May 2026

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