Dungeons and Dragons fans with a taste for MMOs are about to get a special treat in early 2022 when Neverwinter’s 22nd module becomes available. The new zones and quests to have drawn some exciting inspiration from the recent Fizban’s addition to 5th edition DnD, so expect lots of dragon-themed content.
The Dragonbone Vale module was announced earlier today and is set to release on PC January 11 and on consoles February 8. That means that PC Neverwinter players only have a few weeks left before they can dive into the new content when the 22nd module arrives.
Some new details emerged this morning and offered an exciting look at what the story will be like in Dragonbone Vale and what sort of gameplay updates are also arriving. The grappling hook is sure to draw the most attention, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg…
Dragonbone Vale Story
In Dragonbone Vale, the evil moon elf lich Valindra Shadowmantle has returned to threaten the Sword Coast alongside the Cult of the Dragon, who have gathered in the Sword Mountains as they plan to invoke the Rite of the Dracolich to bring undeath to dragons across Faerûn and beyond. To make it to the Scaleblight Summit and stop the Cult of the Dragon once and for all, adventurers, alongside the Heroes of Neverwinter and allied forces, will need to make their way through the four distinct neighborhoods of the Sword Mountains.
New Mechanics and Features
- For the first time ever in Neverwinter, players will be able to zip around specific, designated areas of the Dragonbone Vale adventure zone with a new grappling hook, making exploration even faster and more epic than ever before.
- At the beginning of the module’s campaign, players will be given this tool to equip and explore all the areas the zone has to offer, with select areas offering story events and rewards. Players who are looking for a deadly challenge can take on Valindra and the bronze dracolich, Palhavorithyn, in a new 10-player trial, The Crown of Keldegonn, and complete new heroic encounters to earn various rewards.
- Additionally, this module will include an Enchantment and Refinement overhaul that will bring new quality of life improvements and all-new enchantments.
That’s just about everything we know about the Dragonbone Vale module so far, but be sure to check back in the coming weeks leading up to the January release for more news, updates, and guides.
Neverwinter is free-to-play on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles. Dragonbone Vale releases on PC January 11 and on consoles February 8.