News archive

Announcements, updates and events of the Moonwell server since 2011.

  1. New Core ReleaseOn Wednesday, October 14, the realm is migrating to a new server core. This is a completely different level of quality, where the entire game will feel different. - Significantly higher quality scripting — from starter quests all the way to raid bosses - Brand-new, reliable geodata: no falling through textures or…
  2. New CoreMonths of development are behind us - the new core is ready for testing in combat conditions. In parallel with the operating Moonwell x5, we are launching a separate test server on the new core. We have consolidated our work and fixes from other cores - now this is a completely different level of performance that the…
  3. Fast Start++We want to give players the ability to jump straight into the final phase of content, without needing to farm the early raids from scratch. The Burning Crusade audience today mostly consists of adults: they have jobs, families, their own responsibilities, and no longer have a student's amount of free time. Many tell…
  4. New online recordWe've set another online record on Moonwell x5 - 2987 players! This is a new all-time high for the server! It's your loyalty and willingness to stay with us year after year that allows the server to grow and develop. We appreciate this and continue to hold a clear course toward constantly improving the server! We'd…
  5. Sunwell PlateauWe are excited to announce the launch of Phase Five, which will go live on July 22 at 18:00 GMT+3. 1. Isle of Quel'Danas Access opens to the Isle of Quel'Danas — an island north of Eversong Woods, the final zone of patch 2. 4. Here the Shattered Sun Offensive campaign unfolds: the combined forces of the Aldor and…
  6. TransmogrificationA new NPC has appeared in the center of Shattrath - Zix Cogswright, a goblin engineer with a rather questionable reputation and a prototype he calls 'the invention of the century'. Zix offers players the quest 'Transmogrifier' - in exchange for an assembly of several rare components, you gain access to your own…
  7. Zul'AmanWe are excited to announce the launch of Phase 4 content, which will go live on Wednesday, May 13 at 18:00 (GMT+3). Key updates: 1. Zul’Aman raid release (10-player) A new raid will become available for players - Zul’Aman. The raid will run with standard boss health and damage values, kept as close as possible to the…
  8. Online recordYesterday, on Sunday, Moonwell x5 set a new all-time online record - 2347 players, the highest in the entire history of the server. Evening Alterac Valley 40v40 every day Groups and raids form without issues Up to 15 teams in arena queue during prime time Many new guilds progressing through T6 content Server latency…
  9. Character TransferPlaying on another server but want to switch to us and don't want to start from scratch? Exchange your account on another server and get a fast start: Race, class and character appearance of your choice Level boost to 70 All flight paths unlocked All spells learned Starting gear Professions at 375/375 Ground mount 60%…
  10. Highlord Kruul World BossWhen Lord Kazzak left Azeroth through the Dark Portal, he handed command of the demonic forces to his most powerful lieutenant — Highlord Kruul. This doomguard served as one of Kil'jaeden’s trusted commanders and struck fear into the defenders of Azeroth, appearing across the world accompanied by an army of infernals…
  11. Alterac ValleyOn Saturday, March 21, the evening Alterac Valley event will start on Moonwell x5! The PvP changes in recent updates have shown great results — activity in battlegrounds and arenas has significantly increased. To add more variety and boost interest, Alterac Valley will be added to the battleground rotation starting…
  12. Phase ThreeThe launch of Phase 3 on Moonwell x5 is just one day away. Tomorrow at 18:00 Moscow time the server will be restarted, after which Black Temple and Hyjal Summit will open. Both raids will launch in post-nerf mode with the original HP values. The exception will be the key bosses: Illidan, the Council, and Archimonde…
  13. Phase twoOnly a few hours remain until the start of the second phase! Today at 18:00 MSK, the Moonwell x5 server will be restarted to apply the changes: — The Tempest Keep and Serpentshrine Cavern raids will open in pre-nerf mode, and all other Phase Two updates will become available — All accumulated arena points will be…
  14. Online recordOn the eve of the second season launch, Moonwell x5 has set a new online record! Yesterday, on Sunday, the online count reached 1,656 players — an absolute maximum since the realm opened! Such activity and community support inspire us to continue developing the project and make it even better! What awaits you in the…
  15. Team RecruitmentServer team recruitment is open! We are looking for active and responsible people ready to develop the project together with us. Many of you have been playing with us for more than a year, and some since as far back as 2011 — why not try becoming part of the team and help make the server better? Who we are looking…
  16. Happy New Year!Happy New Year! Moonwell Administration wishes all players a Happy New Year! May the new year bring successful decisions, bold ideas and pleasant changes, and may all your endeavors bring joy and success. We thank each of you for your trust and support. We continue working on server development and look forward to the…
  17. Phase 1 StartToday at 18:00 (MSK, GMT+3) the first phase on Moonwell x5 will begin! The preparatory stage has come to an end — from this moment, the main PvE and PvP content will start! Raids are opening: Karazhan, Magtheridon's Lair, and Gruul's Lair. The first raids of the phase bring the first truly valuable gear. Guilds will…
  18. Character BoostYou asked — we delivered. Fast Start is now available on Moonwell x5! Perfect for those who don’t have time to level up but want to enjoy classic Burning Crusade and jump straight into Phase One! By activating Fast Start you receive: — Race, class, and appearance of your choice — Level boost to 70 — All flight paths…
  19. Pre-launch InfoMoonwell x5 — Final information before launch The last day before the launch! Don’t miss the moment — the countdown is available on the website! We’ve prepared the most important information to save you from unnecessary questions and help you start comfortably. Connection Guide If you need to register an account or…
  20. Play with friendsStart playing together with friends! Our referral system offers various bonuses for both those who invite and those who are invited: +50% experience while playing in a group. Ability to teleport your friend to you and level them up. Referral Coins for active players — exchange them for bonuses and mounts. 5% coins…