Witches Festival: What Does It Mean in ESO?
The Witches Festival is a seasonal event in The Elder Scrolls Online that offers players a chance to earn unique rewards and experience special activities. This event typically takes place around Halloween, embracing the spooky atmosphere with themed content and activities.
Event Overview
During the Witches Festival, players can participate in a variety of activities, including special quests and challenges. The event is marked by the appearance of special crafting materials, event-specific collectibles, and exclusive achievements. Players can also use unique consumables to temporarily transform into fearsome creatures like skeletons, adding a fun twist to their adventures.
How to Participate
- Activate the Event: Players must first obtain the Crow Caller item from the in-game Crown Store for free. This item allows them to begin the event quests.
- Complete Quests: After using the Crow Caller, players can speak to the Witchmother to receive a quest that introduces them to the festival.
- Earn Rewards: Completing event quests and defeating bosses during the festival grants special reward boxes, which may contain exclusive items like masks, motifs, and recipes.
Rewards and Collectibles
The Witches Festival offers a variety of rewards that can be collected during the event:
- Plunder Skulls: These are special containers that drop from bosses and world events, offering event-specific loot.
- Event Tickets: Players can earn Event Tickets by participating in festival activities, which can be exchanged for rare collectibles.
- Unique Costumes and Motifs: Players can acquire costumes and motifs that are themed around the festival, allowing them to customize their characters with a spooky flair.
Strategies and Tips
To make the most of the Witches Festival, players should:
- Team Up: Consider joining a group to efficiently tackle event bosses and complete festival challenges.
- Plan Ahead: Check the event schedule and set aside time to participate in key activities to maximize rewards.
- Trade Wisely: Use the marketplace to trade duplicate items or purchase missing collectibles from other players.
For more detailed information on how to make the most of the Witches Festival and other seasonal events, visit the official Elder Scrolls Online news page.