Unveil the Secrets of the Past and Forge the Future of the Galaxy

In the latest expansion of Star Wars: The Old Republic, the fragile peace between the Republic and the Sith Empire teeters on the edge of collapse as ancient forces stir beneath the surface of the galaxy. Veil of the Ancients takes you to the dark and mysterious planet of Anzati, home to the elusive and deadly Anzati species, as both factions scramble to claim the secrets hidden within its ancient ruins.

Play as the Anzati, a cunning and powerful new race, as they emerge from the shadows to reshape the galaxy in their own image. Master the dark arts of stealth, psychic manipulation, and life-draining abilities as you take on the role of a new class, the Soul Hunter. Wield ancient powers as you recruit allies, uncover lost knowledge, and navigate the thin line between predator and prey.

Explore the haunted world of Anzati, a planet steeped in mysticism and danger. Battle through two thrilling flashpoints, face off against ancient enemies, and unlock new secrets hidden deep within forgotten temples. Whether you side with the Republic or the Empire, your actions will determine the fate of an entire world and echo across the galaxy.

The future of the galaxy lies shrouded in mystery. Will you pierce the Veil of the Ancients, or will the darkness consume you?

Prepare for a new era in Star Wars: The Old Republic!

Planet Anzati: The World of Shadows

The planet Anzati is a world of dark beauty and ancient mystery, shrouded in perpetual twilight and haunted by its blood-soaked history. Known only in whispers, this planet has been hidden from the galaxy for centuries, home to the enigmatic and deadly Anzati species—vampiric predators with a taste for life essence. Now, both the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire vie for control of this secretive world, each seeking the knowledge and power that lies buried beneath its surface.

Anzati is a world unlike any other, its landscape dominated by eerie forests, mist-covered valleys, and ancient ruins. It is a place where shadows seem to move on their own, and the very air is thick with danger. As tensions between the Republic and the Empire rise, Anzati’s dark mysteries will be revealed—along with the planet’s ancient power.

Key Locations and Areas on Anzati

Republic Main Location: Fort Dawn

• Description: A recently established Republic outpost, Fort Dawn serves as the Republic’s foothold on Anzati. Located on the planet’s northern hemisphere, the fort is built on high cliffs overlooking a mist-shrouded valley. The Republic military has fortified the location to resist Imperial advances and the ever-present threat of Anzati predators. Within the fort, the Republic operates research labs where they study the Anzati, hoping to unlock the secrets of their long lives.

Empire Main Location: Darkspire Stronghold

• Description: Deep in the heart of the planet’s darkest forest lies the imposing Darkspire Stronghold. This Sith fortress is designed to harness the ancient power hidden on Anzati. The Empire has established a brutal command center here, using both military might and Sith sorcery to explore the deep connections between the Anzati and the dark side. The stronghold is surrounded by thick, ominous woods, with dangerous creatures and deadly Anzati lurking in the shadows.

Base & Camp Names

The Landscape of Anzati

The Shrouded Vales

Description: Misty, fog-filled valleys dotted with ancient Anzati structures. Hidden in these ruins are relics of Anzati mystics, offering insights into their psychic powers. The vales are known for their treacherous terrain and predatory creatures.

Description: A jagged canyon where the bones of past conflicts lie scattered. This area is named for its sharp cliffs and deadly predators, including Anzati hunting parties. Republic and Imperial forces fight for control over strategic choke points here.

Eternal Night Marshes

Description: A vast, murky swamp perpetually cloaked in darkness. The marshes are home to dangerous wildlife, and its still waters are said to hide ancient Anzati technology. Navigating through the marshes is difficult, as the terrain shifts unexpectedly.

The Blood Forest

Description: This dense, ancient forest is notorious for its dark red foliage and the stories of travelers who enter, never to return. The trees are rumored to feed off the blood of the living, and strange whispers can be heard as you move deeper into its heart.

Veilspire Peak

Description: A towering mountain that overlooks the western continent of Anzati. At its summit lies an ancient Anzati meditation site, where powerful mystics once communed with the Force. It’s a sacred location for the Anzati, fiercely guarded by their most loyal.

The Forgotten Hollow

Description: A deep, secluded valley where the Anzati bury their dead in ornate crypts. These tombs are said to contain ancient knowledge, but they are also home to powerful spirits that protect the dead from intruders.

Shadowveil Gorge

Description: A long, narrow gorge filled with shifting shadows. The gorge is a perfect ambush site, often used by Anzati hunters and Sith assassins. The deep ravine hides underground passages leading to secret Anzati enclaves.

The Phantom Plains

Description: A vast, open expanse constantly shrouded in thick fog. The plains are used by Anzati warriors for their stealth and hunting training. It’s said that the fog itself holds the memories of those who have died here, making it a place of great danger and mystery.

Vortex of Souls

Description: A powerful dark side nexus, where the spirits of ancient Anzati mystics are trapped in a swirling vortex of energy. Both Republic and Imperial forces seek to harness this power, but the area is heavily guarded by dangerous entities tied to the dark side.

Sable Sands

Description: A vast desert of black sand that shifts and moves like a living entity. The Sable Sands are treacherous, with hidden sinkholes and aggressive wildlife. However, valuable Anzati relics and rare minerals can be found here, drawing scavengers from across the galaxy.

Whispering Hollow

Description: A remote, echo-filled canyon where the voices of the dead are said to linger. Jedi and Sith alike have come here seeking to commune with ancient spirits, but the forces that dwell here are unpredictable and dangerous.

Crimson Grotto

Description: A series of interconnected caves lined with glowing red crystals that radiate dark side energy. These crystals are used by the Sith for powerful Force-enhancing weapons, and control of the grotto is fiercely contested.

The Twilight Labyrinth

Description: A vast underground maze filled with illusions, traps, and dangerous creatures. The labyrinth is said to have been used by Anzati assassins as a final test of skill. Few who enter its winding halls ever emerge alive.

Nightfall Basin

Description: A massive lake with waters as dark as the night sky. The Anzati revere this place for its tranquil and deadly nature. Beneath the surface, ancient Anzati cities lay in ruin, home to forgotten technologies and dangerous predators.

Silent Graveyard

Description: A solemn, eerie field where the Anzati entomb their most powerful mystics in elaborate stone crypts. The air is thick with the presence of the Force, and dark rituals are performed here by both Anzati mystics and Sith sorcerers.

New Stronghold: Anzati Citadel

Perched on the mist-shrouded cliffs of the dark and mysterious planet Anzat, The Anzati Citadel is an ancient fortress built by the enigmatic Anzati race. This stronghold provides players with a secluded sanctuary where they can retreat from the galaxy’s chaos while exploring the depths of Anzati culture and history.

The Citadel blends gothic architecture with advanced technology, reflecting both the Anzati’s ancient heritage and their cunning prowess. Towering spires, winding corridors, and sprawling courtyards overlook a vast forest, with the haunting Anzati moons visible in the distance. The atmosphere is eerie yet majestic, offering players a striking, otherworldly experience.

New Stronghold Decorations

New Playable Race: The Anzati

The Anzati are one of the most mysterious, ancient, and feared species in the galaxy, known for their predatory nature and vampiric abilities. Existing in the fringes of the galaxy, their culture, physiology, and methods of survival have inspired countless legends and horror stories throughout galactic history. They have been present for millennia, operating in the shadows, and are largely regarded with fear and superstition by other species.

Physiology and Characteristics

Anzati are functionally immortal, capable of living for thousands of years without showing significant signs of aging. Despite their longevity, they do not visibly age beyond a certain point, which often makes them appear deceptively young. This agelessness has led to rumors of their immortality, although they are not invulnerable to injury or death by other means. This long life allows them to accumulate vast knowledge and experience over the centuries, making them patient and dangerous opponents.

The most infamous aspect of Anzati physiology is their need to feed on the life essence of other beings, which they refer to as “soup.” This life essence is drawn directly from the brain and central nervous system of their victims, consumed through specialized tendrils, called proboscises, which are hidden in pouches located on either side of their faces. These tendrils are retractable, and they extend when the Anzati feeds.

Anzati feed by inserting their proboscises into their victim’s nostrils or mouth, reaching into the brain to extract this “soup.” This process is not only fatal for the victim, but also incredibly addictive for the Anzati. The older and more experienced they are, the stronger their hunger becomes. Many Anzati struggle with the constant desire to feed, leading to a predatory nature that dominates much of their lives.

Psychic Abilities

In addition to their physical prowess, many Anzati possess potent psychic abilities. These are often used to manipulate the thoughts and emotions of others, allowing them to hunt more effectively. Anzati can cloud the minds of their prey, instilling fear or confusion to immobilize them before they strike. Some can even implant subtle mental suggestions or control their targets briefly, though this requires focus and is more difficult against individuals with strong wills or Force sensitivity.

Though Anzati are not inherently Force-sensitive, some have been known to wield the Force, amplifying their psychic abilities even further. This has led to occasional interactions between Anzati and the Jedi or Sith, with both Orders showing interest in their mental prowess. However, due to their predatory and morally ambiguous nature, Anzati rarely align themselves fully with either side.

Culture and Society

The Anzati are a deeply secretive and insular species, with a culture that revolves around stealth, patience, and the art of the hunt. They are not a highly social species, and most Anzati live solitary lives, driven by their constant need to feed and avoid detection.

• Isolationist Nature: The Anzati largely keep to themselves, preferring to stay hidden from the wider galaxy. They value secrecy and survival above all else, knowing that most species would never accept their predatory nature. Anzati often operate as assassins, mercenaries, or spies, professions that allow them to indulge in their hunting instincts while remaining unnoticed.
• Homeworld: The home planet of the Anzati is Anzat, a world shrouded in mystery. It is located deep in the Mid Rim and is largely uncharted by galactic standards, with few outsiders ever visiting. Anzat is known for its dark, mist-covered forests and ancient ruins, giving it an air of ancient power and isolation. The planet’s society is largely decentralized, with Anzati living in small enclaves or alone, only coming together for important rituals or when it is absolutely necessary.
• Hunting Rituals: The act of feeding is not merely biological for the Anzati; it is ritualistic and almost sacred. Older Anzati often view the consumption of life essence as a way to not only sustain themselves but also gain knowledge and power from their victims. In some rare cases, Anzati who have fed on powerful Force-users or individuals of great intellect claim to have inherited memories or fragments of their personalities, though this is not fully understood.
• Addiction to Feeding: Anzati are consumed by their hunger for “soup,” and the older they become, the more insatiable this hunger grows. This addiction is both a strength and a weakness, as it drives them to become more skilled predators but also causes them to spiral into madness if left unchecked. Some Anzati struggle with maintaining control, while others fully embrace their predatory nature, becoming little more than feral hunters.

Notable Anzati in History

Jedi Master Nikkos Tyris: One of the few known Force-sensitive Anzati, Nikkos Tyris was a Jedi Master who later fell to the dark side. His fall was linked to his Anzati nature, as his need to feed on “soup” conflicted with Jedi teachings of restraint. Tyris became a powerful dark side practitioner, using his psychic abilities to manipulate others.

Dannik Jerriko: A well-known Anzati assassin during the time of the Galactic Empire, Dannik Jerriko was feared for his precision and cold, calculated demeanor. He operated as a mercenary for various crime lords, but his true motive was always the hunt, feeding on the life essence of his targets.

New Class: The Soul Hunter

The Soul Hunter class, and race is open to both Republic and Sith Empire players.

Class Storyline

The Soul Hunter begins as an Anzati exiled from their homeworld. You are drawn into galactic conflicts after seeking to master your life-draining abilities and discover your true potential. As you travel the galaxy, you are forced to choose whether to ally with the Republic, the Empire, or pursue your own dark ambitions.

Throughout the story, you will confront the dangers of your predatory nature, navigate power struggles, and decide whether to fully embrace your hunger or resist it. As the story progresses, you uncover ancient Anzati relics and unlock even greater power, but at the cost of your humanity. The final decision rests on whether you will be a tool for greater powers or a ruler of your own fate.

Class Theme & Aesthetic

The Soul Hunter embodies the darkness and secrecy of the Anzati. Their abilities and appearance reflect their role as predators of the galaxy, always lurking in the shadows, waiting to strike. Their movements are fluid and swift, and their presence on the battlefield is ominous, as they siphon life and dominate the minds of their enemies.

The aesthetics for the class should be sleek and dark, with black or muted clothing accented by glowing red or blue details, emphasizing their connection to the ancient and the psychic. Their weapons, whether short blades or psychic abilities, are designed to feel swift, deadly, and precise.

Class Specializations (Advanced Classes)

Blood Reaver (DPS – Melee)

A highly mobile, life-draining assassin that excels in close combat, using dual-wielded blades or claws to strike down enemies while siphoning life force to sustain themselves.

• Primary Combat Style: Close-range melee DPS focused on fast, high-damage attacks with a vampiric twist.
• Key Abilities:
  • Feast of Souls: A high-damage ability that allows the Soul Hunter to rapidly drain health from an enemy with each strike.
  • Soul Strike: A quick dual-blade attack that has a chance to inflict bleed damage over time.
  • Life-Siphon: Temporarily boosts the Soul Hunter’s attack speed and heals them based on the damage inflicted.
  • Predator’s Pounce: A leaping attack that brings the Soul Hunter into melee range, dealing significant damage to the target and restoring health.
  • Shadow Cloak: A stealth ability that allows the Soul Hunter to vanish and reposition, increasing movement speed while invisible.

Voidwalker (Tank – Melee)

A shadowy, defensive tank that manipulates shadows and psychic energy to protect themselves and their allies. The Voidwalker absorbs damage and reduces threats using psychic illusions and shadow barriers.

• Primary Combat Style: Tank specialization that manipulates psychic abilities to mitigate damage and control enemies.
• Key Abilities:
  • Void Shield: Creates a barrier of shadow energy around the Soul Hunter, absorbing damage for a short time.
  • Dark Pulse: Unleashes a wave of psychic energy that damages and disorients enemies in an area, reducing their attack power.
  • Shadow Step: Allows the Soul Hunter to instantly teleport behind an enemy, reducing threat and positioning them strategically.
  • Vortex of Souls: Summons a vortex of dark energy that pulls enemies in and inflicts damage over time while lowering their accuracy.
  • Phase Shift: Temporarily shifts into the shadows, taking reduced damage and avoiding enemy attacks.

Mistweaver (Healer – Ranged)

A healer that uses psychic energy to restore and protect allies, drawing power from the life force of enemies and the Force itself. The Mistweaver specializes in life-draining abilities that fuel powerful healing and support abilities.

• Primary Combat Style: Healer who siphons life from enemies to empower their abilities, creating a dynamic playstyle of balancing damage and healing.
• Key Abilities:
  • Essence Drain: Drains health from a target enemy and transfers it to an ally or the Soul Hunter.
  • Lifeblood Infusion: Channels psychic energy into a target, rapidly healing them over time.
  • Soul Mend: Restores health to all nearby allies by converting energy from the environment into healing power.
  • Anzati’s Embrace: A powerful, single-target healing ability that links the Soul Hunter to an ally, transferring health between them for a short duration.
  • Spirit Bond: Passively increases health regeneration for nearby allies while in combat, fueled by the lifeforce of enemies.

Companions for the Soul Hunter

Kethar Anzos (Male, Anzati Warrior) (Can not be romanced)

• A stoic and disciplined Anzati who fully embraces the hunt. Kethar believes that the galaxy needs predators like the Anzati to restore balance and eliminate weakness. He is fiercely loyal to the Anzati ways and views the player as a worthy ally, but is constantly reminding them to control their hunger.

Zar’venis (Male, Sith Pureblood) (Can be romanced by male or female players)

• A former Sith assassin, Zar’venis left the Empire in search of a deeper understanding of the mind and the dark powers that the Anzati wield. He is ruthless, cunning, and obsessed with unlocking the true potential of the mind and body, fascinated by the Anzati’s ability to dominate and control others.

Talia Vorn (Female, Human) (Can be romanced by male or female players)

• A former Republic medic who left the military after witnessing the horrors of war. Talia now seeks out ancient healing techniques and mystical knowledge from the Anzati, believing that their power can cure her mysterious affliction. She is calm, composed, and compassionate but has a deep darkness that she struggles to contain.

Xania Selis (Female, Mirialan Sniper) (Can be romanced by male or female players)

• A sharp-shooting mercenary with a keen eye for both profit and power. Xania has aligned herself with the player after witnessing the potential of the Anzati’s psychic abilities. She is independent and pragmatic, using her skills to help the player achieve their goals, though she always keeps her personal ambitions in mind.

Darren Valen (Male, Human Gunslinger) (Can be romanced by male or female players)

• A charming and quick-witted gunslinger, Darren is a former Republic privateer turned mercenary. He joins the Soul Hunter’s crew after a narrow escape from the Republic, drawn by the promise of adventure and the secrets of the Anzati. Darren is resourceful and pragmatic, often providing a light-hearted counterpoint to the darker tone of the crew.

NX-9 “Veilwalker” (Droid Companion player gets with Starship)

• A stealth-capable droid with a sarcastic personality. NX-9 specializes in reconnaissance and tactical support, often making witty remarks while assisting the player in both combat and exploration.

Class Starship: The Phantom Veil

The Phantom Veil is a sleek, stealth-capable starship designed for covert operations. Its advanced cloaking technology allows the Soul Hunter to travel undetected through hostile territories. The ship’s interior is designed for both meditation and combat preparation, with a central chamber for focusing psychic abilities. The aesthetics are dark, minimalistic, and elegant, reflecting the predatory nature of the Anzati.

New Flashpoint: Hidden Maw

The Hidden Maw flashpoint takes place deep within an ancient, labyrinthine temple on the planet Anzati, buried beneath the mysterious Crimson Grotto. Legends say that the Maw guards a forgotten relic of immense power. Both the Republic and the Empire seek to claim this artifact, but few who venture into the Maw return, as the area is teeming with ancient traps, vicious predators, and deadly illusions.

Storyline:

• Republic Mission: The Republic’s operatives are tasked with infiltrating the Maw to prevent the Empire from gaining control of an ancient Anzati relic that could shift the balance of power. Jedi and Republic forces must work together to uncover the secrets of the temple and destroy the relic, ensuring that it doesn’t fall into the wrong hands.
• Empire Mission: The Empire’s mission is to recover the relic for the Sith, believing it holds great dark side energy that could empower the Sith leadership. Imperial forces, along with Sith apprentices, must overcome the trials of the Maw and claim the artifact before the Republic can intervene.

Setting:

• The Crimson Grotto is filled with glowing red crystals, casting an eerie light over the winding tunnels. Players traverse winding underground passages, each filled with traps, shifting platforms, and ancient puzzles that must be solved to proceed. The walls of the labyrinth are adorned with ancient carvings, hinting at the story of the Anzati and their connection to the dark side of the Force.

The Hidden Maw Boss List

Vorak the Sentinel:

• Description: A colossal Anzati creature mutated by the dark side, Vorak has long guarded the entrance to the Maw. His body has been altered by centuries of exposure to the relic’s power, turning him into a vicious predator.
• Fight Mechanics: Vorak’s fight revolves around positioning, as he summons waves of predators and traps the players in sections of the maze. Players must fight through illusions and shadows to reach him.

Ancient Anzati Guardians:

• Description: The final defense of the temple, these Anzati warriors have been preserved for centuries, waiting to awaken should anyone come too close to the relic.
• Fight Mechanics: A multi-phase encounter where the guardians use stealth, psychic attacks, and life-draining abilities to weaken the players. Players must manage their health and avoid life-drain zones to survive the fight.

The Maw’s Avatar:

• Description: At the heart of the temple, the Maw’s Avatar is the manifestation of the dark energies that power the relic. It takes the form of an ancient Anzati spirit, wielding immense dark side power.
• Fight Mechanics: This is a multi-stage fight where the Avatar will shift between physical and ethereal forms, using illusions, Force powers, and environmental hazards. Players must destroy the physical relic to weaken the Avatar.

Vorik the Devourer

• Description: Vorik is an ancient Anzati vampire who has been trapped in the Maw for centuries, feeding on the relic’s dark energy and the occasional unlucky adventurer. Over time, his powers have grown, and he has become something more than just an Anzati—an embodiment of hunger and madness. Vorik views himself as the guardian of the relic and relishes the challenge of fighting anyone who dares approach it.
• Fight Mechanics:
  • Vorik uses a mix of life-draining abilities and high-damage melee attacks. He frequently pulls players toward him to siphon their life force, forcing the group to manage their positioning carefully.
  • Vorik enters a Bloodlust phase during the fight where he gains increased attack speed and healing based on the damage dealt.
  • Phantom Shadows: Vorik summons shadowy versions of himself during the battle, which must be defeated quickly to avoid overwhelming the party with illusions.

Puzzle Solving: Hidden Maw has multiple puzzle rooms that require players to align symbols or unlock doors by solving riddles linked to the Anzati lore.

Illusions: Throughout the flashpoint, players are bombarded with psychic illusions that alter the environment or create fake enemies, forcing them to distinguish between reality and trickery.

New Flashpoint: Echoes of the Ancients

The Echoes of the Ancients flashpoint takes place on the surface of the planet Anzati, amidst the ruins of an ancient city hidden deep within Veilspire Peak. The ruins hold the last records of an ancient Anzati civilization, containing information that could unlock their long-hidden powers. However, the planet’s natural defenses and a mysterious group of Anzati cultists stand in the way.

Storyline:

• Republic Mission: The Jedi and Republic forces have discovered hints that the ancient Anzati may have once wielded Force powers that were lost to time. If they can recover the data and ancient holocrons within the city, it could grant the Republic a critical advantage.
• Empire Mission: The Empire seeks to uncover the secrets of the ancient Anzati to harness their psychic powers and life-draining abilities. Sith Lords lead the mission, eager to claim these secrets for the Sith Order.

Setting:

• The ancient city is buried beneath layers of overgrown vegetation, rubble, and crumbling structures. Veilspire Peak casts a long shadow over the city, and ancient pathways are littered with dangerous traps. The weather is harsh and unpredictable, adding to the challenge as players navigate narrow bridges, collapsing structures, and deep crevasses.

Echoes of the Ancients Boss List

Anzati Cultists:

• Description: The first major challenge in the flashpoint comes from a group of Anzati cultists who have long guarded the ancient city. They view the relics as sacred and will stop at nothing to prevent outsiders from reaching the heart of the city.
• Fight Mechanics: These cultists are skilled in stealth and psychic abilities, using illusions to confuse and divide the group. The fight involves breaking through waves of cultists while dealing with constant psychic assaults.

Spirit of Valthar:

• Description: Valthar is the spirit of an ancient Anzati warlord who once ruled over the city. His spirit has been bound to the ruins, protecting its secrets from all who would dare trespass.
• Fight Mechanics: Valthar uses psychic powers to disorient the players, creating illusions and forcing players to fight against shadowy versions of themselves. Players must break free of his mind control while avoiding powerful spirit attacks.

Elder of the Void

• Description: The Elder of the Void is a powerful Anzati Force-user who was once the leader of the Anzati cult that ruled the ancient city. Having transcended physical form, he now exists as a being of pure energy, bound to the ruins. The Elder has no desire to see his secrets fall into the hands of outsiders and will unleash the full force of his power to protect them.
• Fight Mechanics:
  • The Elder alternates between physical and energy forms. In his physical form, he uses powerful Force abilities and teleports around the arena, blasting players with psychic energy. In his energy form, he becomes immune to physical attacks, requiring players to use mechanics to drain his energy and force him back into his physical form.
  • Void Collapse: Throughout the fight, the Elder periodically creates black holes on the battlefield that pull players in and deal heavy damage if not avoided.
  • Phase Shift: At 50% health, the Elder summons ancient Anzati spirits to assist him in battle, adding an additional layer of difficulty as players must manage both the Elder’s attacks and his summoned spirits.
• Arena: The fight takes place in an ancient throne room within the ruins, surrounded by broken pillars and relics of the past. The atmosphere is heavy with energy, and as the fight progresses, the environment deteriorates, causing parts of the structure to collapse.

Echo of the Ancients:

• Description: At the heart of the city, players face the Echo of the Ancients, a massive construct created by the Anzati to guard their holocrons and technology. The construct is powered by ancient Force energy, giving it immense strength.
• Fight Mechanics: The construct will summon smaller energy projections during the fight, forcing players to manage multiple threats. It has powerful area-of-effect attacks, and the players must use the environment to block its devastating strikes.

Environmental Hazards: The ancient city is unstable, and players must navigate through areas that collapse or flood. Weather effects like windstorms and rain make certain areas hazardous. Ancient Anzati Technology: Players will encounter force fields, automated defenses, and other remnants of advanced Anzati technology that must be disabled or avoided.

New Operation: Heart of Shadows

Location: Shadowveil Gorge, a deep ravine on the planet Anzati, where ancient Anzati powers have festered for centuries. This ravine was once a site of sacred Anzati rituals, but now it is a corrupted, treacherous area filled with powerful dark side energy. The Empire and Republic both seek to secure this place to prevent the other faction from harnessing its dark power.

Storyline: An ancient dark side nexus lies deep within Shadowveil Gorge, the resting place of a powerful Anzati relic that could sway the balance of the Force in favor of whoever wields it. However, the long-forgotten rituals and guardians of the nexus have awakened, drawing upon the dark side’s corrupting influence. The Republic and Empire each dispatch elite teams to secure the relic and prevent it from being unleashed upon the galaxy. Players must navigate the corrupted gorge, facing traps, ancient creatures, and powerful dark side-infused Anzati guardians.

Heart of Shadows Boss List

The Stalker

• Description: The Stalker is a mutated Anzati beast that has become one with the shadows of the gorge. With heightened senses, it prowls the darkness, ambushing those who dare enter its domain.
• Abilities:
  • Shadow Strike: Teleports to a random player and delivers a high-damage melee attack.
  • Pounce: Targets a player, leaps toward them, stunning them for 5 seconds.
  • Shadowmeld: Disappears into the shadows, summoning lesser Anzati shadow creatures while regenerating health.
  • Dark Roar: A cone AoE attack that applies a stacking DoT (damage over time) debuff.
• Fight Mechanics: Players must use light sources in the environment to prevent The Stalker from regenerating health and gaining strength while it is in shadowform. Tank swaps are required to manage the stacking DoT from Dark Roar.
• Loot:
  • Stalker’s Shadow Cloak (Light Armor)
  • Phantom Grip Gauntlets (Medium Armor)
  • Cloak of the Prowler (Stealth augment, increases stealth duration)

Eldraxis, Guardian of the Rift

• Description: Eldraxis is an ancient Anzati guardian, an imposing figure wrapped in dark armor. He wields both melee and psychic abilities, guarding the entrance to the rift where the relic lies hidden.
• Abilities:
  • Psychic Blast: A ranged psychic attack that deals AoE damage and disorients players.
  • Rift Slam: Slams his weapon into the ground, creating an energy wave that deals heavy damage to players in melee range.
  • Rift Bind: Teleports players into a pocket dimension where they must solve puzzles or take massive damage.
  • Soul Rend: Drains health from random players, healing himself in the process.
• Fight Mechanics: Players must break free from Rift Bind before Eldraxis finishes casting Soul Rend. The tank must manage positioning to avoid getting too many melee players caught by Rift Slam. The puzzle dimension adds a timed mechanic, requiring coordination.
• Loot:
  • Rift-Walker Pauldrons (Heavy Armor)
  • Soul-Linked Circlet (Light Armor)
  • Relic of Eldraxis (Increases Force or Tech power)

The Mawborn Hydra

• Description: This massive, mutated Anzati beast was formed from the raw dark side energy near the nexus. It has multiple heads, each with a distinct elemental power.
• Abilities:
  • Head of Fire: Breathes fire in a cone, applying a burning debuff to all players hit.
  • Head of Ice: Freezes a random player in place, applying a frost debuff that spreads to nearby players.
  • Head of Lightning: Summons lightning strikes in random locations, requiring quick movement.
  • Regenerate: If a head is not killed fast enough, it regenerates, restoring health.
• Fight Mechanics: Players must coordinate to kill the Hydra’s heads simultaneously, as regenerating heads heal the Hydra. Each head applies elemental debuffs, forcing players to manage positioning carefully.
• Loot:
  • Hydra’s Maw Helmet (Heavy Armor)
  • Elemental Bracers of the Nexus (Increases resistance to elemental damage)
  • Hydra Fang Relic (Grants a bonus to elemental damage dealt)

Darkspawn Infestation

• Description: A swarm of dark side-infused creatures lurk beneath the rift, feeding on the nexus’s energy. These creatures attack in overwhelming waves.
• Abilities:
  • Darkswarm: The boss spawns waves of small creatures that deal AoE damage as they surround players.
  • Infestation: Players targeted by this ability will be followed by dark creatures that explode on contact, requiring them to kite.
  • Shadow Overgrowth: Dark tendrils spread across the battlefield, rooting players in place.
• Fight Mechanics: The fight is an endurance encounter where players must manage adds, avoid roots, and stay mobile to avoid the exploding creatures. Tanks need to handle multiple waves while healers manage the constant AoE damage.
• Loot:
  • Swarmguard Chestplate (Medium Armor)
  • Shadow Infused Boots (Light Armor)
  • Darkspawn Gland (Augment) (Increases resistance to poison damage)

Ilvorr the Broken

• Description: Ilvorr was once a revered Anzati master, but the dark side has broken him, twisting his body and mind. He now guards the relic with fervent madness.
• Abilities:
  • Madness Strike: A fast attack that applies a stacking debuff reducing player defenses.
  • Scream of the Damned: Deals AoE damage, reducing healing effects for a short duration.
  • Force Shatter: Launches chunks of the battlefield at players, creating obstacles that must be dodged.
• Fight Mechanics: Ilvorr uses a mix of debilitating debuffs and environmental hazards. Players must quickly cleanse debuffs and navigate the debris field to avoid taking heavy damage. The tank will need to manage high burst damage and stacking debuffs.
• Loot:
  • Broken Master’s Chestplate (Heavy Armor)
  • Madness-Shard Amulet (Accessory, increases Force or Tech-based crit chance)
  • Relic of Shattered Minds (Grants bonus to damage dealt when under 50% health)

Lord Thraxis

• Description: Lord Thraxis is a powerful dark side practitioner who seeks the relic for himself. He manipulates shadows, forcing players to fight their own reflections as they battle him.
• Abilities:
  • Shadow Doppelganger: Summons shadow clones of each player that mimic their abilities.
  • Shadow Drain: Steals health from the closest players, healing Thraxis.
  • Void Blast: Fires a powerful blast of dark side energy that must be interrupted.
  • Reflection Burst: Traps players in a mirror dimension where they must fight off reflections of themselves to return.
• Fight Mechanics: Players must defeat their own shadow clones while preventing Thraxis from draining too much health. Interrupting Void Blast is critical to avoid party-wide damage.
• Loot:
  • Thraxis’s Shadow-Cloak (Stealth-based players get additional benefits)
  • Voidbinder’s Gauntlets (Increases damage while in stealth)
  • Shadowlinked Staff (Force users get a bonus to dark side abilities)

Nexus Keeper, Yvonna

• Description: Yvonna is an Anzati sorceress who was bound to the relic for eternity. Her mastery of the dark side has allowed her to manipulate the nexus itself, becoming its guardian.
• Abilities:
  • Force Infusion: Channels the nexus’s energy into herself, granting her immense power.
  • Life Drain: Siphons life force from all players unless interrupted.
  • Nexus Shatter: Summons shards of dark energy that deal massive damage.
• Fight Mechanics: Yvonna constantly buffs herself by draining life from the players. The group must manage her energy shards while keeping her interrupted. She enters a second phase at 30% health, causing the nexus itself to rupture, dealing increasing environmental damage.
• Loot:
  • Nexus-Woven Armor (Special armor with set bonuses for Force or Tech users)
  • Anzati Bloodstone Relic (Provides a unique boost to healing or damage-dealing)
  • Yvonna’s Mask of Shadows (Exclusive item, grants players a rare stealth ability usable once every 5 minutes)
  • Title: “Keeper of the Nexus”

New Operation: The Veilspire Ascension

Location: Veilspire Peak, the towering, foreboding mountain that dominates the landscape of Anzati. At its summit lies an ancient, abandoned fortress once used by the Anzati to train their most powerful warriors. The fortress is now overrun by dark side energies and powerful enemies, but hidden within its depths are powerful relics that could change the course of the war.

Storyline:

Both the Republic and Empire send elite teams to ascend Veilspire Peak and claim the fortress at the top. As they climb, they encounter the ancient spirits of Anzati warriors and dark side entities who have taken up residence in the abandoned stronghold. The summit holds an artifact of immense power, rumored to be capable of bending the wills of entire armies. The teams must overcome the mountain’s harsh elements, traps, and defenders to reach the top.

Heart of Shadows Boss List

Frostbite

• Description: The first challenge is Frostbite, a massive elemental beast formed from the mountain’s frigid winds and snow. This creature patrols the mountain’s lower slopes, devouring all who come near.
• Abilities:
  • Freezing Breath: A cone attack that freezes players in place, dealing DoT (damage over time).
  • Icicle Rain: Summons icicles from the sky that randomly fall onto the battlefield.
  • Chill Aura: Deals constant AoE frost damage to all players, stacking with time.
• Fight Mechanics: Players must keep moving to avoid icicles while managing Chill Aura. Players affected by Freezing Breath must be broken out by allies to avoid taking excessive frost damage.
• Loot:
  • Frostforged Chestplate (Heavy Armor, grants frost resistance)
  • Coldsteel Bracers (Increases damage dealt to frozen enemies)
  • Chillbound Relic (Increases damage against cold-based enemies)

The Twins, Tovrek and Sovra

• Description: Tovrek and Sovra are twin Anzati warriors who guard the upper slopes of the mountain. They are highly skilled in coordinated attacks, and their telepathic bond makes them an incredibly dangerous pair.
• Abilities:
  • Bond of Blood: When one twin is hurt, the other gains strength, making the fight a careful balance.
  • Double Strike: The twins simultaneously attack different players with high-damage abilities.
  • Telepathic Link: If the twins are too far apart, they regenerate health.
  • Mind Meld: Forces two players to swap positions, requiring quick reaction times.
• Fight Mechanics: The twins must be fought close together, but players must coordinate to balance their health bars evenly, as killing one too early enrages the other.
• Loot:
  • Twinblades of Tovrek (Dual-wield weapon)
  • Sovra’s Battle Mantle (Medium Armor, grants bonuses to Force-based defense)
  • Telepathic Band (Accessory, boosts mental-based defenses)

Vortex of Souls

• Description: The ascent is blocked by a swirling vortex of dark side energy, composed of the trapped souls of fallen Anzati warriors. These souls merge into a massive, destructive force of raw dark energy.
• Abilities:
  • Soulstorm: Unleashes waves of dark energy that move across the battlefield, dealing damage and slowing players.
  • Soulbind: Traps a random player in place, draining their health over time.
  • Phase Shift: Splits the Vortex into multiple smaller soul fragments, which must be destroyed before they merge back together.
• Fight Mechanics: Players must avoid the constant damage from Soulstorm while freeing trapped players from Soulbind. When the Vortex splits, players must quickly eliminate all fragments to prevent the boss from healing.
• Loot:
  • Whispers of the Vortex (A unique accessory that boosts dark side powers)
  • Soulguard Helm (Heavy Armor, grants bonus resistance to dark side-based abilities)
  • Vortex Shard Relic (Increases critical hit chance when below 50% health)

Kylrak the Defiler

• Description: Kylrak is a powerful Sith Lord who has already ascended the mountain. He seeks the relic at the summit for himself, and will do anything to stop others from reaching it.
• Abilities:
  • Force Crush: A high-damage ability that stuns the tank and deals AoE damage over time.
  • Lightning Barrage: Summons a barrage of Force lightning across the battlefield.
  • Dark Devourer: Absorbs health from nearby players to increase his power.
• Fight Mechanics: Players must keep Kylrak’s health in check while avoiding his AoE lightning strikes. Interrupting Dark Devourer is key to preventing him from gaining too much power.
• Loot:
  • Defiler’s Crown (Helmet, grants a bonus to lightning-based abilities)
  • Dark Devourer’s Greaves (Heavy Armor)
  • Sithbane Lightsaber (A unique saber that increases damage against Sith Lords)

The Shrouded Spirit

• Description: The Shrouded Spirit is the ghost of an ancient Anzati warlord, bound to the peak and protecting its secrets for eternity.
• Abilities:
  • Soul Scream: Deals heavy damage to all players, reducing healing effects for a short duration.
  • Phantom Assault: Summons multiple phantoms to attack players from all angles.
  • Shroud of Night: Engulfs the battlefield in darkness, reducing visibility and accuracy.
• Fight Mechanics: Players must manage the summoned phantoms and avoid the Shrouded Spirit’s powerful AoE attacks. Shroud of Night adds a unique mechanic where players must use light sources to increase accuracy and mitigate damage.
• Loot:
  • Spiritshroud Cloak (Increases stealth abilities and damage)
  • Phantomblade (A dagger that enhances shadow-based abilities)
  • Warlord’s Sigil (Accessory, boosts defense and strength)

Ralos, the Mountain’s Wrath

• Description: Ralos is a massive elemental being created by the dark side energy infused into Veilspire Peak. His body is made of stone, lightning, and shadow, and he is the final barrier to the relic.
• Abilities:
  • Rockfall: Summons boulders from the mountainside to crash down on players.
  • Lightning Strikes: Channels dark side lightning that targets random players.
  • Wrath of the Mountain: A massive AoE attack that players must interrupt to prevent wiping the group.
  • Earthen Grasp: Roots players in place, requiring them to break free or take massive damage from Rockfall.
• Fight Mechanics: Ralos’s abilities are environmental-based, and players must constantly stay mobile to avoid being crushed by boulders or struck by lightning. Interrupting Wrath of the Mountain is critical to surviving the fight.
• Loot:
  • Wrathforged Legplates (Heavy Armor)
  • Earthen Gauntlets (Increases resistance to environmental damage)
  • Relic of the Peak (Boosts damage and resistance based on proximity to the enemy)

Izavara, the Ascended

• Description: Izavara is an Anzati Force master who ascended beyond physical form. She seeks the relic not for herself but to unlock the secrets of immortality and domination. She resides in a hidden chamber within the peak, her power amplified by the relic’s energy.
• Abilities:
  • Force Annihilation: A devastating attack that must be interrupted or shielded against.
  • Mind Control: Izavara can briefly control one player, turning them against their allies.
  • Relic Empowerment: Izavara uses the relic to heal herself, making her difficult to kill.
  • Ascended Strike: A massive energy attack that hits random players with powerful dark side energy.
• Fight Mechanics: Players must manage Mind Control to avoid friendly fire and time interrupts carefully to prevent Force Annihilation. If players don’t handle the relic’s energy, Izavara can become nearly invincible by healing herself.
• Loot:
  • Izavara’s Ascension Robes (Unique Light Armor set with bonuses to healing or dark side abilities)
  • Relic of Immortality (Grants a unique resurrection ability)
  • Mask of the Ascended (Grants the ability to deflect Force attacks)
  • Title: “Ascended of the Peak”

New Galactic Season

Location: Veilspire Peak, the towering, foreboding mountain that dominates the landscape of Anzati. At its summit lies an ancient, abandoned fortress once used by the Anzati to train their most powerful warriors. The fortress is now overrun by dark side energies and powerful enemies, but hidden within its depths are powerful relics that could change the course of the war.

Storyline Overview: The “Shadows of the Veil” Galactic Season ties directly into the events of the “Veil of the Ancients” expansion, acting as an extended narrative that delves into the hidden mysteries of the Anzati and the ancient relics scattered across the planet. The season’s storyline revolves around a covert faction known as the Veil Wardens, an enigmatic group of Anzati who have guarded the ancient relics and secrets of their people for millennia. Both the Republic and Empire have learned of the Veil Wardens and seek their aid—or their downfall.

Starting Location: Fort Dawn (Republic) / Shadowfall Spire (Empire)
Players will receive a mysterious message from a contact claiming to be a Veil Warden. The contact invites them to meet at a secluded part of Fort Dawn (Republic players) or Shadowfall Spire (Empire players). Upon arrival, players encounter a Veil Warden agent who introduces them to the ongoing conflict and the ancient secrets hidden on Anzati. This marks the beginning of the season-long storyline.

Galactic Season Storyline Progression:

Throughout the season, players will uncover more about the Veil Wardens and their true motives. Are they protectors of ancient knowledge, or do they have a darker agenda? Players must navigate this new relationship while balancing the needs of their faction and the potential power of the relics hidden on Anzati.

As the storyline progresses, players will complete weekly and daily objectives related to the new flashpoints, operations, and planet activities introduced in the expansion. They will also undertake missions to collect relic fragments, decode ancient Anzati inscriptions, and uncover hidden locations throughout the new areas.

Galactic Season Rewards