Albion Online’s new update, Rogue Frontier, is arriving this February and promises to bring exciting new content and gameplay opportunities for players, particularly for those who prefer solo or small-scale playstyles. The update introduces several game-changing features, including Smuggler’s Dens, the Smuggler’s Market Network, and Smuggler Faction activities. Let’s dive into the details to give you a comprehensive guide on what to expect and how to take full advantage of these changes.
Key Features of Rogue Frontier Update
1. Smuggler’s Dens: The New Hub in the Outlands
The Outlands, already known for its harsh and unpredictable environment, will now feature Smuggler’s Dens. These new hubs are designed to support smaller groups or solo players who want to thrive in the Outlands. Players can set their home location here and quickly travel to and from these points, making it easier to manage your Outlands adventures without taking all your gear.
Key Highlights:
• Smuggler’s Market Network: It is a new marketplace system that links remote Smuggler’s Dens, allowing players to trade across different Outlands locations. Traders will need to factor in travel distance, which can affect trade fees. To fully take advantage of the market system, you’ll want to keep your Albion silver on hand, as it will be essential for trading in remote Smuggler’s Dens. Make sure to stock up and use Albion silver wisely to access valuable trade items.
• Fast Travel: Set your home base in the Outlands and quickly switch between city life and wilderness gameplay.
2. Smuggler Faction Activities
Smuggler Factions are now active in the Outlands, offering exciting new activities for players to engage in. By helping the Smugglers, you’ll gain Might, Favor, and increase your Standing with the faction, unlocking new rewards as you progress.
New Activities Include:
• Smuggler Wagons: You can find these wagons ambushed by Royal Forces in the Outlands. They often contain valuable crates, and your goal is to secure these crates and deliver them to hidden Smuggler stashes.
• Fighting Captured Smugglers: Smugglers captured by Royal Guards can be freed, increasing your Smuggler Standing and giving you a chance to engage in rewarding encounters.
Tips:
• Quick Action Required: Each player can only carry one crate at a time, so strategies to secure multiple crates will be vital. Since the stashes are scattered across the Outlands, larger guilds won’t easily dominate these encounters.
• Smuggler Coins: These new currency items are scattered across the Outlands and can be used to increase your standing with the Smugglers.
3. Exclusive Smuggler’s Rewards
As you increase your standing with the Smuggler Faction, you’ll gain access to exclusive rewards at Smuggler’s Dens. As your standing with the Smuggler Faction grows, you’ll unlock exclusive rewards such as the Smuggler Vanity Set and Smuggler Cape. Additionally, consider using your Albion Tome of Insight to boost your progression and gain extra knowledge about these rare items. These rewards include:
• Smuggler Vanity Set: A stylish set of gear that shows off your allegiance to the Smuggler faction.
• Smuggler Cape: This cape has a unique ability called Hidden Vial, which reduces the cooldown of your potion slot by 90 seconds when using a potion. This makes it possible to use your shorter cooldown potions twice in a single fight, offering new build possibilities and enhancing your Outlands encounters.
4. Bank Overview: Managing Your Inventory
With the introduction of Smuggler’s Dens and the increased need to manage gear across different locations, Albion Online is introducing the Bank Overview feature. This will allow players to remotely view and search the contents of their personal bank tabs, and if they have the required permissions, the guild’s bank as well.
Benefits:
• Remote Access: Players can access their bank while out in the Outlands or on their Personal Islands.
• Manage Guild Chest: Guild members with the proper permissions can manage the guild’s bank contents, making keeping track of guild resources easier.
5. What’s Coming Next in Rogue Frontier?
While this guide focuses on the Smuggler-related updates, there’s even more to look forward to in Rogue Frontier:
• Crystal Weapons: New powerful weapons to upgrade your combat capabilities.
• Resource Hotspot Improvements: Resource Wisps will help you find valuable resources in the Outlands.
• Kill Trophy System: New ways to track and celebrate your kills.
• Journal Category: Keep track of your achievements and progress in a new way.
How to Make the Most of Rogue Frontier as a New Player
As a new player, diving into the Outlands can be intimidating, but the Rogue Frontier update gives you plenty of tools to ease your journey:
1. Focus on Small-Scale and Solo Play: Smuggler’s Dens and activities like securing crates or freeing captured Smugglers are perfect for small groups or solo players. This means you won’t have to face overwhelming guilds on your own.
2. Join the Smuggler Faction: Increasing your Smuggler standing can earn you valuable rewards, including the powerful Smuggler Cape, which enhances your potions.
3. Use the Bank Overview: Managing your inventory becomes easier with remote access to your bank tabs. Be sure to keep your gear organized as you engage in Smuggler activities.
4. Work on Reputation: Completing Whispers and engaging in Smuggler activities will boost your reputation, providing long-term benefits.
With all of these updates, the Rogue Frontier season opens up a wealth of new content and opportunities for Albion Online players. Whether you prefer to go solo or in smaller groups, you’ll find new ways to thrive in the Outlands, earning rewards and gaining power.
