Project Lore

Avast! The fine fellas at Blizzard have hopped on the holiday that be growin' every year, International Talk Like A Pirate Day. September 19th be the day that captains n land lubbers alike be speakin' with style and flair only fit for a pirate. T' celebrate this momentous occasion, Dread Captain DeMeza, Scourge of the South Seas be perched atop the Auction House in Booty Bay, lending a fine set of threads to all who drink with her. Goblin Commoners be givin' out lesser attire all over the lands.

Okay, I can only keep that up for so long. I've never been much of a Pirate Talker, but Kisirani has confirmed that this event is for one day only, so have fun while it lasts. There is also apparently no loot to be had, which is a little unfortunate, though understandable considering the short duration of the holiday. There is still plenty of novelty in the new pirate outfits. Both costumes are temporary buffs that dress you like me in the picture (I'm in the middle). The only equipped items visible on your avatar will be whatever is in your hands. The buff given by the Goblin Commoners lasts for one hour, while the one bestowed by the Dread Captain herself will last up to 12. Both are lost whenever a shapeshift is cast, which is too bad for druids and shaman, but the 12 hour version lasts through death (I didn't get a chance to test the 1 hour version). This is a very good thing, considering there are no guards immediately surrounding the Captain who gives it. So, lots of ganking is bound to occur in BB for the next day or so.

I've already had some fun with PvP in Booty Bay as a pirate, so come on out and join the fun! What do you all think of this short holiday?