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Everything you need to know about The Lord of the Rings Online.
Lord of the Rings Online is the premier MMORPG set in J.R.R. Tolkien's wondrous world of Middle-earth. LOTRO brings you into the timeline of the events of The Lord of the Rings story, and sets you on a path that parallels the Fellowship of the Ring, aiding them on their journey to Mordor by performing tasks and adventurous deeds surrounding their path across Middle-earth.
The Epic Story is an ongoing series of adventures, or quests, steeped with intrigue and action. These adventures begin the moment you start playing, and feature characters like Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf the Grey, and Strider, Ranger of the North; during significant events in the Epic Story, Session Play lifts you from your hero's shoes and puts you in temporary control of a legendary character. But no matter the method of storytelling, you will always earn rewards for your developing hero.
15 expansions for The Lord of the Rings Online.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar
May 24, 2007
Much of the gameplay is typical of the MMO format: The player controls a character avatar which can be moved around the game world and interacts with other players, non-player (computer-controlled) characters (or "NPCs") and other entities in the virtual world. Camera angles can be switched between first-person and third-person options. Characters are improved by gaining levels. A character's level increases after it earns a set amount of experience points through the player versus environment (or "PvE") combat and storyline adventures. Characters' abilities are improved by increasing in level, but character skills must be purchased from specified NPCs after gaining a new level. The main storyline (also known as the "Epic Quest Line") is presented as a series of "Books", which consist of series of quests called "Chapters". There were initially eight Books when the game was released, with new books added with each free content update. Tolkien's Middle-earth as represented in The Lord of the Rings Online implements magic in a different manner than other MMORPGs such as World of Warcraft. There are only five "wizards" in the fictional world, none of which are player-controlled. Instead, there are active skills which require "power" (the equivalent of magic points). Some skills behave like magic (like healing or throwing a burning ember at an enemy), but are based on "lore". In addition, objects and artifacts are used to create effects similar to magic. Other features include a fast travel system and a detailed quest log with tracker and history.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria
Nov 17, 2008
The Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria is the first retail expansion pack for the MMORPG The Lord of the Rings Online. The storyline is set in Moria, an enormous underground complex in north-western Middle-earth. Apart from that, the expansion also adds the region Lórien. The game's level cap has been increased to level 60; and the expansion extends the Epic storyline by six more books, and adds two new classes, the Rune-keeper and the Warden. Other new features include environment aware AI, dynamic lighting, and a new weapon enhancement system.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Siege of Mirkwood
Dec 1, 2009
Siege of Mirkwood will expand the online world of Middle-earth where players will join forces to press further eastward into the dark, foreboding and treacherous forest of Mirkwood and take part in the epic conclusion to Volume II of The Lord of the Rings Online. Siege of Mirkwood will be available as a digital download this Fall with an increased level cap, a new region including the legendary evil fortress of Dol Goldur, major enhancements to combat and Legendary Items and the introduction of Skirmishes, a new system where players will train customizable soldiers and take them into battle as part of the War of the Ring.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Rise of Isengard
Sep 27, 2011
Rise of Isengard will expand the online world of Middle-earth where players will join forces to press further eastward into the legendary region of Isengard. Rise of Isengard includes an increased level cap, the new region of Isengard including the legendary tower of Orthanc, enhancements to monster play and much more. Explore Three New Regions Dunland Adventure amidst the bright forests in the foothills of the southern Misty Mountains. Beware the Dunland Clans, rugged warriors tempted by the dark promise of power. Gap of Rohan Battle over the legendary pass between Eriador and the plain of Rohan. This key strategic point must be defended against the ambitions of Sauron. Isengard Explore Orthanc, one of the iconic Two Towers, as it rises over the once beautiful Isengard valley, now desecrated beyond repair by Saruman the betrayer. Advance to Level 75 Face new challenges and continue to forge your own legend in Middle-earth with all-new epic quests, skills, and deeds as you fight new enemies on your journey to level 75! Master the Legendary New 24-Player Raid Battle the ancient evil of Draigoch, one of the most powerful creatures in Middle-earth! Prepare for the ultimate challenge where nothing less than the strength of an entire force of 24 heroes stands the chance of victory.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Riders of Rohan
Oct 15, 2012
Riders of Rohan expands the online world of Middle-earth where players join forces to ride into the Plains of Rohan. Riders of Rohan includes an increased level cap, the vast plains of Rohan including iconic locations such as Amon Hen and Fangorn Forest, the new Mounted Combat system and much more.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Helm’s Deep - Premium Edition
Nov 20, 2013
Helm's Deep Premium Edition - Digital Download includes: Enforcer of Helm & Avenger of Helm: Exclusive in-game Rohirrim titles 2,000 LOTRO Points for use in the LOTRO Store Armour of the Hammerhand: An exclusive full set of Rohirrim cosmetic armour Quest log slots: +10: Expands your maximum number of active quests by 10 (Quest Slots will not apply to your Monster Play character). Crystal of Remembrance: Adds one additional legacy to your legendary weapon
The Lord of the Rings Online: Helm's Deep
Nov 20, 2013
Helm's Deep continues the Epic Story into the western plains of Rohan, allowing players to take a direct role in the battle for Helm's Deep and advance the level cap to 95.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Mordor
Aug 31, 2017
The Lord of the Rings Online: Mordor expansion will immerse you in the legendary land beyond the Black Gate. Every legend has a journey but not all legends are truly tested. Prove your legend!
The Lord of the Rings Online: Minas Morgul
Nov 5, 2019
The Lord of the Rings Online: Minas Morgul is the seventh expansion. It raised the game's level cap from 120 to 130 and added the Morgul Vale and dead city of Minas Morgul as well as seven new group instances and a new raid set in Shelob's lair. The expansion also introduced the seventh playable race of Stout-Axe Dwarves, whom players who pre-ordered it could access prior to the release date.
The Lord of the Rings Online: War of Three Peaks
Oct 20, 2020
The Lord of the Rings Online: War of Three Peaks is the eighth expansion for the MMORPG The Lord of the Rings Online. Announced as a "mini-expansion pack", it is smaller than other expansions in both scope and price, comparable to 2009's Siege of Mirkwood. Unlike all previous expansions, it did not raise the game's level cap. Instead, a new type of quests called "Missions" was introduced, which scale to the player character's level, allowing players across all levels to participate.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Fate of Gundabad
Nov 10, 2021
The Lord of the Rings Online: Fate of Gundabad is the ninth expansion for the MMORPG The Lord of the Rings Online. It is a direct sequel to the previous year's War of Three Peaks expansion and concludes the storyline that has been developing over several updates. The expansion raised the level cap to 140, added the region of Gundabad, a new Brawler class and brought a major change to the Legendary Item system introduced in the Mines of Moria.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Before the Shadow
Nov 15, 2022
The Lord of the Rings Online: Before the Shadow is the tenth expansion for the MMORPG The Lord of the Rings Online. It did not raise the game's level cap or advance the current storyline, but instead added a new starting zone for the new player experience, with a storyline set prior to that of the Shadows of Angmar.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Corsairs of Umbar
Nov 1, 2023
The Lord of the Rings Online: Corsairs of Umbar is the eleventh expansion for the MMORPG The Lord of the Rings Online. Corsairs of Umbar introduces the new innovative New Mariner Class, a fearless swordfighter with a unique balance system. Players can unleash powerful skill sequences in their swordplay to create powerful skill chains that leave their enemies in a daze and allies in awe. Slash through foes with slick swordplay, belt out rousing sea-shanties, and pull off crafty moves that will have enemies spinning in confusion.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Legacy of Morgoth
Nov 6, 2024
The Lord of the Rings Online: Legacy of Morgoth is the twelfth expansion for the MMORPG, The Lord of the Rings Online (LOTRO). In this new expansion, players must venture to the deserts and marshlands of Near Harad. The expansion continues the epic questline, Song of Waves and Wind, and features 350+ new quests.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Kingdoms of Harad
Dec 3, 2025
The Lord of the Rings Online: Kingdoms of Harad is the thirteenth expansion for the MMORPG, The Lord of the Rings Online (LOTRO). This expansion increases the level cap to 160 and concludes the epic, The Song of Waves and Wind. In this expansion, players travel into Harad to fight Morgoth's forces and features over 400 new quests.
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