{"id":18733,"date":"2021-07-01T14:30:06","date_gmt":"2021-07-01T21:30:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swtorista.com\/articles\/?p=18733"},"modified":"2021-07-03T10:22:13","modified_gmt":"2021-07-03T17:22:13","slug":"new-swtor-expansion-confirmed-legacy-of-the-sith","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swtorista.com\/articles\/new-swtor-expansion-confirmed-legacy-of-the-sith\/","title":{"rendered":"New SWTOR Expansion Confirmed! Legacy of the Sith"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Developers of Star Wars: The Old Republic have announced the next expansion will be Legacy of the Sith! There is no exact date set but it is set to launch in &#8220;Holidays 2021&#8221; possibly near the launch of the 10th anniversary on December 20, 2021.<\/p>\n<p>Expansion video:<\/p>\n<div class=\"youtube-embed youtube-video-size-big\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dL67n3Any9w\" class=\"video-thumbnail\" target=\"_blank\"><img src='https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/dL67n3Any9w\/maxresdefault.jpg'><i><\/i><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dL67n3Any9w\" class=\"youtube-below-video\" target=\"_blank\">Watch Video<\/a><\/div>\n<p>Combat Styles video:<\/p>\n<div class=\"youtube-embed youtube-video-size-big\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=q3unFdBqrc4\" class=\"video-thumbnail\" target=\"_blank\"><img src='https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/q3unFdBqrc4\/maxresdefault.jpg'><i><\/i><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=q3unFdBqrc4\" class=\"youtube-below-video\" target=\"_blank\">Watch Video<\/a><\/div>\n<p>Major Highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>New Story<\/li>\n<li>New Expanded Planet: Manaan<\/li>\n<li>New Flashpoint: Elom<\/li>\n<li>New Operation: The R-4 Anomaly<\/li>\n<li>New Combat System: Combat Styles &#8211; You can be a Trooper Sniper or a Jedi Consular Guardian!<\/li>\n<li>New Loadouts: Switch between combat types more easily! Utilities, Gear, etc.<\/li>\n<li>New Levels: Level 80<\/li>\n<li>UI\/UX Updates<\/li>\n<li>New Character Creation screen<\/li>\n<li>Start of Galactic Seasons 2 (Season 1 end September 28)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Live Recording:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.twitch.tv\/videos\/1073610644\">https:\/\/www.twitch.tv\/videos\/1073610644<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>NEW #SWTOR FREE CODE! <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Ends July 15<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/swtor.com\/redeem-code\">http:\/\/swtor.com\/redeem-code<\/a> Code: LOTSofSWTOR<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">NEW <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> FREE CODE! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/CgSDq8wwfU\">https:\/\/t.co\/CgSDq8wwfU<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Code:<\/p>\n<p>LOTSofSWTOR<\/p>\n<p>by July 15th<\/p>\n<p>(the link in the livestream was wrong) <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/txaraG9Tl2\">pic.twitter.com\/txaraG9Tl2<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410684737249681409?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Combat Styles<\/h2>\n<p>I have done a more thorough breakdown here:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"SFnDOZ2OT3\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/swtorista.com\/articles\/combat-styles-explained\/\">SWTOR 7.0 Expansion Combat Styles Explained!<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;SWTOR 7.0 Expansion Combat Styles Explained!&#8221; &#8212; Swtorista\" src=\"https:\/\/swtorista.com\/articles\/combat-styles-explained\/embed\/#?secret=aFryliYFNf#?secret=SFnDOZ2OT3\" data-secret=\"SFnDOZ2OT3\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">&#39;Combat Styles is going to open up those option substantially. Your trooper&#8230; can be a sniper. Your trooper can be.. an operative. You can still use a rifle or cannon if you want.&#39; Tech classes combined, Force combined, so if you are a trooper you can play any tech! <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> OMG! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/lijCuw7qv6\">pic.twitter.com\/lijCuw7qv6<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410676310460878849?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Advanced classes &#39;today&#39; in <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/80TSeBCk3Q\">pic.twitter.com\/80TSeBCk3Q<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410675933938262016?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">&quot;You could be a sniper as a Trooper, or a Gunslinger as a trooper&quot; Amazing <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> &quot;Separating your class story choice from your gameplay&quot;<\/p>\n<p>You can not make a light-side Jedi Knight with force lightning, but you can become one as you fall to the dark side! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/pobOscLI2C\">pic.twitter.com\/pobOscLI2C<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410711102355243008?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Planet: Manaan<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Manaan is in a state of war in the next <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> expansion! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/NN4SBxWaIi\">pic.twitter.com\/NN4SBxWaIi<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410677724222427137?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">New <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> concept arts of the planet of Manaan for the next expansion! in a state of war! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/1bCdxkfDKI\">pic.twitter.com\/1bCdxkfDKI<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410678205329993728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Flashpoint: Elom<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">The planet of Elom in the <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> expansion a Flashpoint! 7.0 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/hmZj68n2OS\">pic.twitter.com\/hmZj68n2OS<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410678458376593411?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">New <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> Flashpoint on the planet of Elom in the upcoming 7.0 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> expansion! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/aFpZnAfaSX\">pic.twitter.com\/aFpZnAfaSX<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410678340474720258?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Two more concept arts from the planet of Elom Flashpoints in the next <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> expansion! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/bcM1pAX1AV\">pic.twitter.com\/bcM1pAX1AV<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410678552731607040?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Operation: R-4 Anomoly<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">New <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> operation! A cult.. a fringe group&#8230; czerka technology.. continuation of Dxun story! <\/p>\n<p>New op: The R-4 Anomaly<\/p>\n<p>May have some nods to <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/KOTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#KOTOR<\/a>! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/L2ikHanCeq\">pic.twitter.com\/L2ikHanCeq<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410678829362814976?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">I think this has to do with the cult in the upcoming <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> operation for the 7.0 expansion! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/fOk9ZgECu7\">pic.twitter.com\/fOk9ZgECu7<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410679111685599232?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">That&#39;s the Mass Shadow Generator based on its appearance in Star Wars: The Rebel Files.<\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Evan Schultheis (@EvanSchultheis) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/EvanSchultheis\/status\/1410679592713662464?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Galactic Seasons<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Galactic Seasons round 2! <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> New comp, Duros, Fen Zeil. Quality of life updates and underworld theme. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/Z2bvHd3r6F\">pic.twitter.com\/Z2bvHd3r6F<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410679444906287106?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Oh here is the new companion, Duros, Fen Zeil, from the next Galactic Seasons! <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> This is a customization I think. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/xwyQHRmTL0\">pic.twitter.com\/xwyQHRmTL0<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410679649407934464?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>More<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Quality of Life updates coming for the expansion in <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a>! <\/p>\n<p>= New user interface<br \/>= update character create<br \/>= endgame.. stuff&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/gdHN9RHguJ\">pic.twitter.com\/gdHN9RHguJ<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410680249927409664?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Roadmap<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">We have kind of a roadmap for <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> even beyond the tenth anniversary! wow! All the way into 2022! More details coming closer to the launch of Legacy of the Sith expansion. <\/p>\n<p>Not a new engine lol. But yes modernization and graphic fidelity. Maybe something to be excited about <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/A5vuG5GWpL\">pic.twitter.com\/A5vuG5GWpL<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410681254043787265?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Wow wait WHAT we are getting the Jedi Guardian on PTS with the new system!!?!?!?! <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> <\/p>\n<p>7\/5 Jedi Guardiaan PTS omg<br \/>7\/12 new short story!!!!<br \/>7\/19 feature cinematics dev<br \/>7\/26 look back on maaanaan<br \/>August and beyond!<br \/>constant constant updates wow! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/pdYq60ecE1\">pic.twitter.com\/pdYq60ecE1<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410681783675351040?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SWTOR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#SWTOR<\/a> Community team member says we will get a first look on the PTS very soon! a lot of pts for character creation, the other classes, new ops and more. Watch forums and social!!! stay in the know! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/z1lRBPKPkh\">pic.twitter.com\/z1lRBPKPkh<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Swtorista (@swtorista) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/swtorista\/status\/1410682828526813190?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">July 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<div class=\"panel panel-info forums\"><div class=\"panel-heading\">Official Info<\/div><div class=\"panel-body\">\n<p><span class=\"node-date\">07.01.2021<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"swtorTitle\">Announcing Legacy of the Sith, the next expansion for\u00a0<span class=\"StarWarsItalic\">Star Wars<\/span>: The Old Republic<\/h2>\n<div id=\"node-320869\" class=\"newsText formatted\">\n<p>We are thrilled to announce the next era for\u00a0<span class=\"StarWarsItalic\">Star Wars<\/span>: The Old Republic! The year-long celebration of our 10th anniversary kicks off with Legacy of the Sith, a new expansion that marks the starting point to a full year of galactic intrigue, conflict, and mystery. Legacy of the Sith will send players to the darkest depths and farthest reaches of the galaxy and unlock the ability to choose your personal combat style, allowing for more options than ever before when it comes to living and breathing your own\u00a0<span class=\"StarWarsItalic\">Star Wars<\/span>\u00a0fantasy.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"left\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-www.swtor.com\/sites\/all\/files\/en\/promos\/2021\/July\/1\/SWTOR_LOGO_Legacy_of_the_Sith.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><u>An Ongoing Conflict<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The war between the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire spreads to new worlds! Dangerous fringe groups rise in the dark corners of the galaxy \u200band Darth Malgus pursues an unknown plan\u2026 Unravel these mysteries and more as your choices continue to shape the galaxy.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>More Choices in How You Play<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Introducing Combat Styles! Players can now separate their Class Story from gameplay style for an even greater customization experience. This frees up Advanced Class options as characters can choose any Advanced Class within the Tech or Force playstyle! Play as a Trooper wielding a Sniper Rifle, or a Sith Inquisitor with a lightsaber in each hand, or even secretly use Dark Side powers while posing as a member of the Jedi Order. Loadouts will increase your ability to customize, allowing you to swap between playstyles and gear with a click.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"left\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-www.swtor.com\/sites\/all\/files\/en\/promos\/2021\/July\/1\/trooper_all_weapons.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Return to the Underwater Depths<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Sith Empire has invaded Manaan to seize its abundance of kolto, a vital medical resource on all sides of the war. Battle through underwater facilities for control of the planet with separate Imperial and Republic Storylines. Completing the Manaan storyline will unlock a new base of operations for your faction, along with a new daily area!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"left\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-www.swtor.com\/sites\/all\/files\/en\/promos\/2021\/July\/1\/manaan_concept.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Explore a Ruined Sith Fortress<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The story continues on the planet Elom with the discovery of a ruined Sith Fortress that was mysteriously erased from all records. Rumors persist that Darth Malgus&#8211;on the hunt for ancient relics throughout the galaxy&#8211;may have found something critical to the future of the Jedi and the Sith. This new storyline will be available both as a solo experience as well as a multiplayer Flashpoint!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"left\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-www.swtor.com\/sites\/all\/files\/en\/promos\/2021\/July\/1\/Elom.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Gather Your Allies in Deep Space<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>An obscure Sith cult is harvesting technology from an ancient weapon of terrifying power. In the new R-4 Anomaly Operation, players will need to gather their allies to take down this galactic threat in deep space!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"left\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-www.swtor.com\/sites\/all\/files\/en\/promos\/2021\/July\/1\/r4_anomaly.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Shadows of the Underworld<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Legacy of the Sith kicks off the next Galactic Season: Shadows of the Underworld! A new batch of rewards themed around the Shadow Syndicate&#8211;including Fen Zeil, a Duros Gunslinger and first Duros Companion in The Old Republic &#8211;will be available to all participating players. The new season will also come with a host of quality-of-life improvements, thanks to player feedback from our inaugural season in Game Update 6.3.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"left\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-www.swtor.com\/sites\/all\/files\/en\/promos\/2021\/July\/1\/season_two_companion.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Improved Player Experience<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As we head into our 10th year of service for The Old Republic, we\u2019re taking a deeper look at improving the overall player experience for both newcomers and veterans alike! This initiative begins with the Legacy of the Sith expansion, but will continue throughout the entire year-long celebration. Players can expect a completely new character creation experience, along with new looks for the character sheet, inventory, and much more.<\/p>\n<p>Legacy of the Sith is free to all subscribers and launches Holiday 2021!<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>The Celebration Continues!<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Legacy of the Sith is just the start of our 10th year celebration, and you can expect so much more throughout next year, including regular story updates, Master Mode R-4 Anomaly, further UI updates, a PvP System revamp, more Galactic Seasons, a new Flashpoint, new locations, tech modernization, visual improvements, and maybe even a few more surprises!<\/p>\n<p>We cannot thank you enough for the years of support, and we can\u2019t wait for you to get your hands on Legacy of the Sith this Holiday. Subscribers will get the chance to check out the changes as soon as the expansion hits our public test server in the near future. Keep your eyes on swtor.com for more Legacy of the Sith updates!<\/p>\n<p>-The SWTOR Team<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Developers of Star Wars: The Old Republic have announced the next expansion will be Legacy of the Sith! 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