Netmarble Games, the same people behind Star Wars: Force Arena, are back again today with the first major content update for their popular MMORPG Lineage 2: Revolution. Since the game’s launch last month in North America and Europe, a lot of the content recently added has been highly anticipated by players. This update features two new modes — Fortress Siege and Open Siege — in addition to three new servers opening.

Fortress Siege

Running every Friday from 11:30 pm – midnight EST, Fortress Siege gives players the option to compete in real-time, massive PvP battle between two clans. Each Fortress Siege game consists of 50 players in each plan, attempting to be the first to “imprint” onto their opponents’ Holy Artifact and be crowned the winner.

Clans that one to participate in Fortress Siege have to first bid on their fortress of choice, then battle against the clan that’s defending the fortress. The bidding process takes place from Midnight to 1 am EST. Whether clans win or lose during this event, all players will get Adena, EXP, and Proof of Blood. The clans that win will get a bonus for winning.

Open Siege

Unlike Fortress Siege that takes place once a week, Open Siege takes place three times a week on the days of Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. On these days from :30 pm – midnight EST, players above level 11 can participate in a smaller scale 30 vs 30 battle.

All players in Open Siege have the same combat power and level, but with the twist that they can choose any class and race. Those wanting to play can enter in on their own or with a party of five friends. This mode is exactly the same as Fortress Siege as well in terms of how clans win and the rewards handed out.

Other Changes

To celebrate this update, this week on Tuesday (December 19), Thursday (December 21), and Saturday (December 23) is being adjusted for additional matches. Starting next week though, the normal schedule will resume.

Three additional servers — Kruma 05, Kenrauhel 07, and Deforge 06 — have been opened in North America and Europe to help alleviate the increase in traffic.  Lastly, the final touches with this update include the Fortress Conquer Shop and some gameplay improvements. Those interested can download the game for free by clicking here.