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Blizzard Gamescom Preview
Blizzard released a preview of what we can expect to see at gamescom. The World of Warcraft section focused on upcoming content in Patch 7.3. You can catch the reveal ceremony at 9 AM PDT / 18:00 CEST on Wednesday, August 23.
New Esports Show, Gladiator's Summit - Watch Now!
Originally Posted by Blizzard (Blue Tracker
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The Gladiator’s Summit is a brand-new show dedicated to World of Warcraft Arena events, globally. In each new episode, released regularly during the year, we’ll keep you up to date with everything happening in WoW esports. That includes all the latest information, inside scoops on regional and global championships, and more about the teams and players themselves.
Get The Esports Lowdown
Want to know what’s happening when? This is the show to watch. Want to know how players prepare for battle, and how teams are formed? We’ve got it covered. Ever wondered why teams pick the combos they do? Now’s your chance to learn more. It’s a 360° WoW esports view, brought to you by our expert esports team.
What is the Gladiator’s Summit?
It’s a series of shows we’ll record throughout the season, released on our WoW YouTube channel. You can find out more about all our esports events, catch up with news and results, take a look at what’s coming up, and get genuine insider information on the talent, the tournaments, and the teams.
Where can I watch the Gladiator’s Summit?
All the latest episodes will be on our World of Warcraft YouTube channel. To find out when upcoming episodes will be available, head to our WoW esports site for all the latest news, and all upcoming esports events.
What will the first episode be about?
In the first episode, we go over the European Arena Cup season, just in time to get us all pumped ready for the European Championship Final!
What will future episodes be about?
We’ll be talking about the recent North America cups, recapping the action and discussing how the finals will go. We’ll also take a look at the European cups, and look into teams, players, and epic moments. Information on later episodes can be found on our WoW esports site.
Who’s hosting the show?
All the action will be brought to you by two of our most popular and knowledgeable hosts: Jackson “Bajheera” Bliton and Elliott “Venruki” Venczel.
Jackson ‘Bajheera’ Bliton
Elliott 'Venruki’ Venczel
Where can I find out more?
Find out when the latest episode will be released on our dedicated WoW esports website.
World Boss - Levantus
Levantus is up this week! He drops item level 860 gear and a Blood Relic. Shaman can also get the The Warmace of Shirvallah hidden artifact appearance for Doomhammer.
PvP Brawl - Warsong Scramble
Originally Posted by Blizzard (Blue Tracker
/ Official Forums
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Every other week a new PvP Brawl will be available to players looking for something just a little different. Each Brawl will offer a variety of modes, rules, and scenic changes to the usual Battleground gameplay, and you’ll find them in the Group Finder tool (hotkey “I”) in the Player vs. Player tab. Just like Random Battlegrounds, you’ll receive a reward for achieving victory.
Warsong Scramble – Capture the Flag
Do you have a flag? Warsong Gulch has always been the scene of an epic Capture the Flag battle, but what happens when you can capture your enemy’s flag without your own at base? Find out when you step into this PvP Brawl! We’ve also added a few more power-ups to the field of battle to stir things up a bit. To win, your team will need to be the first to capture 5 flags.
Weekly Bonus Event - Pet Battles
Originally Posted by Blizzard (Blue Tracker
/ Official Forums
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An extra weekly quest and rewards are here— the Pet Battles bonus event is underway!
This Week
All week, get out there and fight with your mighty minions. When the time comes to take on other players, open your Pet Journal and hit the “Find Battle” button to be matched up with an opponent whose team is competitive with yours.
Look for the following all week long:
- Archmage Timear near Violet Hold in Dalaran has a quest for you.
- Quest requirement: Win 5 pet battles versus other players with a team of three level-25 pets.
- Reward: One Ultimate Battle-Training Stone.
- Quest requirement: Win 5 pet battles versus other players with a team of three level-25 pets.
- Passive bonus: All Pet Battle experience gains are increased by +200%.
Dreadlord Jaina confirmed and Kel'thuzad is coming to Heroes. Don't forget to grab the Legendary loot chest from Twitch Prime.
A new map is coming to Overwatch! Check back Wednesday for the new animated short.
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