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===Timeline and milestones=== | ===Timeline and milestones=== | ||
| − | ''August 1997'' | + | '''August 1997''' |
| − | Lord British has an unfortunate accident. While giving a speech to a bright-eyed Britannian crowd, the King was engulfed in flames and spent some time in the realm of the dead. However, with the aid of his companions, he was revived shortly thereafter and finished his speech, much to the delight of those in attendance. | + | [[Lord British]] has an unfortunate accident. While giving a speech to a bright-eyed Britannian crowd, the King was engulfed in flames and spent some time in the realm of the dead. However, with the aid of his companions, he was revived shortly thereafter and finished his speech, much to the delight of those in attendance. |
| − | ''September 1997'' | + | '''September 1997''' |
Last day of the original beta test. The beta ended with a bang, as players were treated to an "end of the world" scenario with [[Shadowlord]]s, [[demon]]s, and other evil creatures slaughtering every character in sight. | Last day of the original beta test. The beta ended with a bang, as players were treated to an "end of the world" scenario with [[Shadowlord]]s, [[demon]]s, and other evil creatures slaughtering every character in sight. | ||
| − | ''September 1997'' | + | '''September 1997''' |
| − | + | [[Ultima Online]] opens its doors to the public. | |
| − | ''October 1998'' | + | '''October 1998''' |
| − | The | + | The [[Ultima Online: The Second Age]] is the first expansion and introduced an entirely new landmass, vicious new monsters, new dungeons, and a lush tropical jungle filled with surprises. |
| − | ''December 1998'' | + | '''December 1998''' |
| − | + | Ultima Online achieves 100,000 users worldwide. | |
| − | ''January 1999'' | + | '''January 1999''' |
| − | + | Ultima Online expands into Asia. | |
| − | ''May 1999'' | + | '''May 1999''' |
| − | Origin Systems announces | + | Origin Systems announces European launch of Ultima Online. |
| − | ''January 2000'' | + | '''January 2000''' |
| − | + | Ultima Online expands into Australia with the Oceania server, UO's 21st shard. | |
| − | ''February 2000'' | + | '''February 2000''' |
The invasion of [[Trinsic]]. A massive army of undead laid siege to the once peaceful city of Trinsic. Due to the overwhelming odds, the dark army managed to conquer the city under the leadership of Juo'nar and the Dark Mistress [[Minax]]. All hope seemed to be lost, but noble Britannians from all over rallied together and reclaimed the city from the clutches of evil! | The invasion of [[Trinsic]]. A massive army of undead laid siege to the once peaceful city of Trinsic. Due to the overwhelming odds, the dark army managed to conquer the city under the leadership of Juo'nar and the Dark Mistress [[Minax]]. All hope seemed to be lost, but noble Britannians from all over rallied together and reclaimed the city from the clutches of evil! | ||
| − | ''February 2000'' | + | '''February 2000''' |
| − | + | Ultima Online achieves 150,000 subscribers. | |
| − | ''February 2000'' | + | '''February 2000''' |
Lord British disappears. Rumors fly on the wind about the disappearance of the King. Some claim he was abducted by [[mongbat]]s, while others insist that it was the work of more malevolent forces. | Lord British disappears. Rumors fly on the wind about the disappearance of the King. Some claim he was abducted by [[mongbat]]s, while others insist that it was the work of more malevolent forces. | ||
| − | ''May 2000'' | + | '''May 2000''' |
| − | + | [[Ultima Online: Renaissance]] is the second expansion and marked the beginning of a new era in Britannia. With the splitting of the lands into the facets of [[Trammel]] and [[Felucca]], players could choose their geography based on their play style. | |
| − | ''November 2000'' | + | '''November 2000''' |
| − | UO World Faire. Players from all over met and mingled in | + | UO World Faire. Players from all over met and mingled in Austin, Texas at ''Ultima Online's'' first official fanfest. |
| − | ''March 2001'' | + | '''March 2001''' |
| − | + | [[Ultima Online: Third Dawn]] is the third expansion and introduced the new land of [[Ilshenar]], new beasts and monsters, and an entirely new way to view the game. | |
| − | ''January 2002'' | + | '''January 2002''' |
| − | Online Worlds FanFest. | + | Online Worlds FanFest. Ultima Online's second official fanfest was held in Austin, TX. Players were able to meet the Developers behind the game, as well as special guest speaker Todd McFarlane. |
| − | ''February 2002'' | + | '''February 2002''' |
| − | Lord Blackthorn's Revenge | + | [[Ultima Online: Lord Blackthorn's Revenge]] is the fourth expansion and brought players into a world under siege, replete with more than 30 new and exotic characters created by none other than <i>'''Spawn'''</i> creator Todd McFarlane. |
| − | ''May 2002'' | + | '''May 2002''' |
| − | A hero emerges. [[Dawn]], Royal Knight of Britannia, leads the fight against [[Blackthorn]] and Exodus. | + | A hero emerges. [[Dawn]], Royal Knight of Britannia, leads the fight against [[Blackthorn]] and [[Exodus]]. |
| − | ''February 2003'' | + | '''February 2003''' |
| − | Age of Shadows | + | [[Ultima Online: Age of Shadows]] is the fifth expansion and the most aggressive yet, offering players the ability to custom design their homes, the [[Chivalry]] and [[Necromancy]] [[skills]], a new land called [[Malas]], and 13 new [[Special Moves|combat moves]]. |
| − | ''March 2003'' | + | '''March 2003''' |
| − | + | Ultima Online reaches 250,000 subscribers. | |
| − | ''June 2003'' | + | '''June 2003''' |
| − | Lord Blackthorn is defeated! During a speech given by the virtuous Dawn, Blackthorn orders his minions to attack the assembled masses. The battle was fierce, but in the end, the noble citizens of Britannia prevailed, and Lord Blackthorn was slain. | + | [[Lord Blackthorn]] is defeated! During a speech given by the virtuous Dawn, Blackthorn orders his minions to attack the assembled masses. The battle was fierce, but in the end, the noble citizens of Britannia prevailed, and Lord Blackthorn was slain. |
| − | ''September 2003'' | + | '''September 2003''' |
Lord British returns! The Lost King returns to his people and speaks of the future of Britannia. | Lord British returns! The Lost King returns to his people and speaks of the future of Britannia. | ||
| − | ''September 2003'' | + | '''September 2003''' |
| − | + | Ultima Online's 6th anniversary. | |
| − | + | [http://www.uo.com/sept2003nl.html#grand Timeline and Milestone from UO.com] | |
Latest revision as of 09:42, 1 February 2008
This is a timeline of milestones for August 1997 through September 2003.
Timeline and milestones
August 1997
Lord British has an unfortunate accident. While giving a speech to a bright-eyed Britannian crowd, the King was engulfed in flames and spent some time in the realm of the dead. However, with the aid of his companions, he was revived shortly thereafter and finished his speech, much to the delight of those in attendance.
September 1997
Last day of the original beta test. The beta ended with a bang, as players were treated to an "end of the world" scenario with Shadowlords, demons, and other evil creatures slaughtering every character in sight.
September 1997
Ultima Online opens its doors to the public.
October 1998
The Ultima Online: The Second Age is the first expansion and introduced an entirely new landmass, vicious new monsters, new dungeons, and a lush tropical jungle filled with surprises.
December 1998
Ultima Online achieves 100,000 users worldwide.
January 1999
Ultima Online expands into Asia.
May 1999
Origin Systems announces European launch of Ultima Online.
January 2000
Ultima Online expands into Australia with the Oceania server, UO's 21st shard.
February 2000
The invasion of Trinsic. A massive army of undead laid siege to the once peaceful city of Trinsic. Due to the overwhelming odds, the dark army managed to conquer the city under the leadership of Juo'nar and the Dark Mistress Minax. All hope seemed to be lost, but noble Britannians from all over rallied together and reclaimed the city from the clutches of evil!
February 2000
Ultima Online achieves 150,000 subscribers.
February 2000
Lord British disappears. Rumors fly on the wind about the disappearance of the King. Some claim he was abducted by mongbats, while others insist that it was the work of more malevolent forces.
May 2000
Ultima Online: Renaissance is the second expansion and marked the beginning of a new era in Britannia. With the splitting of the lands into the facets of Trammel and Felucca, players could choose their geography based on their play style.
November 2000
UO World Faire. Players from all over met and mingled in Austin, Texas at Ultima Online's first official fanfest.
March 2001
Ultima Online: Third Dawn is the third expansion and introduced the new land of Ilshenar, new beasts and monsters, and an entirely new way to view the game.
January 2002
Online Worlds FanFest. Ultima Online's second official fanfest was held in Austin, TX. Players were able to meet the Developers behind the game, as well as special guest speaker Todd McFarlane.
February 2002
Ultima Online: Lord Blackthorn's Revenge is the fourth expansion and brought players into a world under siege, replete with more than 30 new and exotic characters created by none other than Spawn creator Todd McFarlane.
May 2002
A hero emerges. Dawn, Royal Knight of Britannia, leads the fight against Blackthorn and Exodus.
February 2003
Ultima Online: Age of Shadows is the fifth expansion and the most aggressive yet, offering players the ability to custom design their homes, the Chivalry and Necromancy skills, a new land called Malas, and 13 new combat moves.
March 2003
Ultima Online reaches 250,000 subscribers.
June 2003
Lord Blackthorn is defeated! During a speech given by the virtuous Dawn, Blackthorn orders his minions to attack the assembled masses. The battle was fierce, but in the end, the noble citizens of Britannia prevailed, and Lord Blackthorn was slain.
September 2003
Lord British returns! The Lost King returns to his people and speaks of the future of Britannia.
September 2003
Ultima Online's 6th anniversary.