[img]//assets.albiononline.com/uploads/media/default/media/4ebed2e0ff580ab190d89122da030b7dcdb8354d.jpeg[/img] [b]April 12[/b] marks the beginning of the [b]Rites of Spring[/b] in Albion, with decorations in the cities and themed items for you to hunt down. And in addition, rumor has it that a [b]brand-new, special reward[/b] will be appearing throughout the open world. Details are still unclear, with conflicting reports coming in as to the nature of this mysterious new entity. Some speak of a strange creature, never before seen in Albion, with unique powers - but these are as yet only rumors. The only certainty is that there’s going to be a frenzy across the lands as rival parties fight over the [b]abundant treasures[/b] to be found throughout the open world. The Rites of Spring begins after maintenance on [b]Tuesday, April 12[/b], and runs until maintenance on [b]Tuesday, April 26[/b]. Make sure not to miss out on the excitement!