With the release of Aion 2.5: Empyrean Calling"launching on May 25^th, NCsoft would like to get you a quick update on our plans surrounding this celebration! With a plethora of updates to Aion, the Empyrean Calling update breathes new life into the world of Atreia with additions like improved graphics, pet interactions, mentor system, the exciting Esoterrace Instance as well as the Empyrean Crucible. With all of these new features being added into the game, it's the perfect time to bring out your inner Daeva and join the fight!

Today, we have updated the official Aion website with some critical information - please see below for a highlight list of what has been posted to www.aiononline.com.

• Today a new trailer has been released, offering a look at the new features in the 2.5 update, as well as a sneak preview of the new look of Aion 3.0!

• Official 2.5 patch notes have gone live
• The PTS client will be available at 8am PDT for download via the incremental patcher

o"" If you don't already have the PTS game client, visit our Aion 2.5 PTS FAQ for details on downloading the full 2.5 PTS client.

In addition, leading into launch there are a number of important dates and special events heralding the arrival of Aion 2.5, please see below for a list of key dates and their corresponding activities.

• The Aion 2.5 PTS goes live on May 12^th
• Aion 2.5 patch will go live on May 25^th
• Regular Rifting Events

o"" May 11^th-18^th

o"" May 25^th-June 1^st

o"" June 8^th-15^th

o"" June 22^nd-29^th

• Special 2.5 Events Calendar

o"" May 11^th - June 10^th: Increased XP Event

o"" May 18^th - 25^th: Increased Droprates

o"" May 18^th - June 1^st: PVP AP Event

o"" May 25 - June 10^th: Instance Cooldowns

Please remember to check www.aiononline.com for the latest news as well as the Game Guide located here: http://gameguide.na.aiononline.com/