Overview | 2.5 Patch Notes The Official 2.5 Patch Notes address all of the content updated in Aion 2.5: Empyrean Calling. Click for a comprehensive look at what's changing in 2.5! 2.5 Feature Guide - Empyrean Calling The 2.5 Feature Guide details some of the more significant changes in 2.5. |
Instances | Empyrean Crucible Walkthrough A deadly gauntlet filled with some of Atreia's most infamous monsters, the Empyrean Crucible also boasts new weapons, armor, accessories, pets, and costumes! Esoterrace Walkthrough A secret Balaur research facility nestled in the wilds of Balaurea, the Esoterrace boasts ferocious new foes and fun opportunities to earn Abyss relics and other rewards. |
Character | 2.5 Skills and Skill Updates Two new skills (one Skillbook and one Stigma) have been added for each class in Aion 2.5: Empyrean Calling, in addition, numerous tweaks have been made to existing skills. 2.5 Motion Manuals 2.5 introduces Motion Manuals, which allow players to change their character's animations including attack, move, and rest! 2.5 Character Customization Numerous new character customization features have been added in Aion 2.5: Empyrean Calling, including more preset faces and body types, and the addition of facial expressions. |
Items | Eternal Equipment 2.5 introduces numerous Eternal grade weapons, armor, and accessories, including:  Brigade General Series Tac Officer Series Eternal Accessories from The Circle  Eternal Accessories from Orichalcum Key Fabled Equipment 2.5 introduces numerous Fabled grade weapons, armor, and accessories, including: Tac NCO Series Surama Series Wise Leader Series Wise Counsel Series Deft Leader Series Deft Counsel Series Earth Dragon Weapons Empyrean Crucible Costumes Players can earn exciting and unique costumes by participating in the Empyrean Crucible. 2.5 Designer Costumes The vendors at the Galleria of Grandeur and Vanahal Boutique have new stock; stylish new costumes await! In addition, players now have the option to purchase gift-wrapped costumes! Conditioning Guide Weapons and Armor from the Empyrean Crucible can be imbued with divine power through Conditioning, which grants items temporary bonus attributes! 2.5 Fine Designs Aion 2.5: Empyrean Calling introduces a multitude of Fine Designs, which can be used to craft the greater output of standard and Balic items at a 100% success rate! |
Pets | 2.5 Pet Changes Aion 2.5: Empyrean Calling introduces a number of welcome changes to the Pet System, including the addition of Pet Moods, which allows players to interact with their adorable pets and earn rewards, and two new pet types: the Buff Pet, and the Loot Pet. |
Quests | Mentor System Aion 2.5: Empyrean Calling introduces the Mentor system. This new system is anchored by Daily Quest Factions which reward high level players for assisting low level players with Quests, Instanced Dungeons, and other objectives. Asmodian The Circle This new Daily Quest Faction is available to players level 40 and above. Daily and Weekly Quests reward members for becoming mentors and completing objectives with mentees. Marchutan Priory This new Daily Quest Faction is available to players levels 10-39. Daily and Weekly Quests reward members for becoming mentees and completing objectives with mentors. Elyos Orichalcum Key This new Daily Quest Faction is available to players level 40 and above. Daily and Weekly Quests reward members for becoming mentors and completing objectives with mentees. Kaisinel Academy This new Daily Quest Faction is available to players levels 10-39. Daily and Weekly Quests reward members for becoming mentees and completing objectives with mentors. |
System | Advanced Graphics Engine Atreia is more beautiful than ever with this stunning (and completely optional) graphical overhaul! 2.5 UI Changes Numerous changes streamline Aion's UI and add a number of welcome features. UI Design Satellite Map Mail and Broker Notifications Miscellaneous UI Changes Energy of Repose and Energy of Salvation Energy of Repose and Energy of Salvation now also increase item drop rates by 5%! 2.5 Legion Update New legion features include increased legion level, more warehouse space, increased legion members, and new legion uniforms, hats, and cloaks! Abyss Relic Bundles Players can now trade in bundles of Abyss relics in Gelkmaros and Inggison. |
Promotions | 2.5 Promotions and Events The Aion Production team is running numerous Promotions and Events to celebrate the launch of Aion 2.5: Empyrean Calling. Find out more by clicking the links below! New to Aion Welcome Back - Reactivation Celebration Faction Incentive Program 2.5 Events The Aion Production Team is running a couple of scripted events for 2.5; find out more! Mentor Madness Enter the Crucible 2.5 Content Refresh Some of Aion's existing content has received a facelift for 2.5; find out more! Adventurer's Guide Aion Levels Up! |
