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"As I was saying, children, this young magician, a nimble-kneed sorcerer named Elric, was a chortling, wide-grinned, happy-go-lucky youth. He bounced around like a butterfly wispy through the air, his steps at times comically clumsy not because of his person but due to the oversized clothes he wore. Everything hung too big for him - the brim of his hat drooped below his eyes, his shoes created delightful frumples for every toe, and his gown and robes swaddled every limb, as if the fabric were soaked and runny from a playful plunge in the nearby lake. But such impediments couldn't deter him; Elric was always on the move, reveling in one thrilling adventure after another.

One fine day, while chasing a mischievous bazumblebum through the woods, Elric stumbled upon the bottomless tower of a peculiar figure known as the Great Necromancer. To Elric though instead of a foreboding lair, the tower seemed to sing with whispers of enchantment and possibilities. Being the curious lad he was, Elric couldn't resist exploring the tower's mysteries.Inside, he discovered dusty shelves lined with countless tomes about life, death, and everything in between. But amidst the darkness, a book the size of his hat itself caught his eye - a tome that held the secrets of the Great Necromancer's profound understanding of death. With a mix of trepidation and wonder, Elric perused the pages, and to his surprise, he discovered what the Necromancer had guarded and hid from the world most dearly - not a path to raise the dead, but a way to cherish life and stave off the clutches of death itself. But oh, as fate would have it, just as Elric was about to make his silent escape, the Great Necromancer returned to his tower! Elric's heart raced, and his wide grin turned into a nervous smirk. With nimble feet, he leaped and tumbled through the tower's chambers, barely evading the pursuing shadows of the Great Necromancer's magic.

By the skin of his teeth and the flutter of his hat, Elric somersaulted out of a window only six stories tall and landed safely in the bosom of a great oak, clutching the precious tome close to his chest. From that day forth, he used his newfound wisdom to help others live long and fulfilling lives and to slow the clutches of death, while carefully guarding the tome to prevent its mischievous practices from falling into the wrong hands. And so, dear children, Elric's vivacity and charitable spirit touched the lives of many, keeping death where it belongs and granting life a little extra time to be clumsy. The end."

-- Bazzle, the Large Eared Mage, commonly known in the literature as an LEM

-- Elric the Magician

During Stave a Life every day (server save) upon dying, meaning reaching 0 Health Points you will be spared by the magic of Elric and not die. Instead of dying you will recover your full health points. This can only happen once per day. If you reach 0 Health Points a second time in a day Elric's magic will not spare you and you will die. You will be notified with a magical green shimmer as well as a message you would have died but instead did not. This applies for each character.

Most Quests will not be available during this event, these include the following:

u Captain's Quarters Fairouz's Arena Quest
u Torture Demonic Realm Quest
u Eusha's Quest
u All Parts of MotL Quest
u Annihilator Quest
u Demon Helmet Quest
u Mastermind Shield Quest
u Vampire Shield Quest
u Behemoth Quest
u Shathur Dungeon (Abyss) Quest
u Pharaoh's Weapons Quest
u Mastermind Shield Quest
u Leader of the Forty Quest
u Bow of Theristrut Quest
u Banshee Quest
u Fire Axe Quest
u Demona Quest
u Deeper Cyclopolis Quest
u Desert Dungeon II Quest
u Strapped Sandals Quest
u Ancient Amulet Quest
u Orc Fortress Quest
u Medusa Shield Quest
u Naginata Quest
u Black Knight Villa Quest
u And more. If it's a quest assume it's not available.


Stave a Life will begin Friday the 15th of August at 10:00 EST Server Save.
Stave a Life will end Friday the 22nd of August at 10:00 EST Server Save.

Be Brave, Elric's got your back,
Dura Staff

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It seems some swell of fury and pride sweep across the commanders of every race of evil in Dura. 
Not content with seeing bloodshed from behind their ranks they move closer to see their enemies eyes become red with spatter.





During this event all monsters in Dura that are non-raid will have the frequency of being an Elite, and therealso a Legendary version, substantially raised. From rats to oozes.

Start: Sunday Server Save August 3rd 2025.
End: Thursday Server Save August 7th 2025.


Regards,
Dura Staff

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Pirates are on the Horizon. The change in the wind blows South to hot and humid waters.

The event, Season of Fire, will occur from Thursday July 17th Server Save to Monday July 21st Server Save.

u During this event all fire damage that is dealt from monsters to players is increased by 15%.
u During this event all fire damage that is dealt by players to monsters is increased by 15%.
u Player fire damage will not increase against other players.
u Creatures whose core elemental identity is fire will reward bonus experience and loot.
u An example would be a Fire Devil, Minotaur Mage, Dragon, and Efreet.
u Bonus experience for these Fire Creatures will be 7%.
u Bonus loot for these Fire Creatures will be 7%.


To Wind and Sea,
Dura Staff

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The sacred papyrus foretells a season of great abundance! In the lush oases and along the life-giving banks of the valley's rivers, creatures emerge in unprecedented numbers. This is an age-old prophecy coming to life, younglings of all kinds, from the tiniest insects to the fledgling beasts of the river, rise from their hidden nests and burrows. Their youth and vivacity bring a sudden challenge to all who dare venture into these fertile lands. Though small and fragile, their sheer numbers can overwhelm even the mightiest warriors. As the sun blazes high and the waters flow freely, prepare for a world teeming with life in its most exuberant and untamed form.

Inspired by these ancient scrolls, modern explorers and researchers have turned their attention to these thriving oases. Instruments have detected an unprecedented increase in biological activity, confirming the scrolls' tellings. The spawning season has accelerated to levels never before recorded, resulting in a significant rise in juvenile populations. From the smallest aquatic lifeforms to the newly hatched predators, every nook and cranny of these fertile lands pulses with youthful energy.

This is a rare phenomenon, a testament to the fertility and life force of our world. Equip yourselves accordingly, for the young and numerous inhabitants of the oases are poised to turn your expedition into a true adventure of survival, endurance, and discovery.

The Event, Breeding Season, will take place:


From Friday July 4th Server Save to Sunday July 6th Server Save.

u All non-raid creatures will have 70% of normal health pool.
u All non-raid creatures will have 70% of normal loot.
u All non-raid creatures will have 70% of normal experience.
u All non-raid creatures will spawn 250% as fast as normal spawn rate.


From Sunday July 6th Server Save to Tuesday July 8th Server Save.

u All non-raid creatures will have 80% of normal health pool.
u All non-raid creatures will have 80% of normal loot.
u All non-raid creatures will have 80% of normal experience.
u All non-raid creatures will spawn 200% as fast as normal spawn rate.

To life and growth,
Dura Staff

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It's summer and all through the land of Dura runs a sweltering heat. The forests and plains are languid and still, the mountains of the north are shy of snow and the desert seems uncrossable without the safest of provisions. The blood sticks thick in the fist of man and limb of beast, both pant under the sun causing them to swing and thrash wildly with weight. Dura is extra violent in this heated world...





 The event, Blood in the Fist, will occur Thursday June 19th to Wednesday June 25th:

u Regeneration for all vocations, of health and mana, is to be increased substantially for six days. This will occur the all six days of the event.
u Party Monsters and Legendary Monsters will appear at a much greater rate for six days. This will occur the all six days of the event.
u All players (and their summons) will do slightly more damage to monsters, not players, for four days. This will occur the first four days of the event.
u All monsters will do minutely more damage for four days. Keep in mind this will greatly raise their deadliness. This will occur the first four days of the event.
u Healing will remain normal, no increase or decrease.


Take shade,
Dura Staff