For those who miss the tactical depth of the Trial of the Ancestors, this event is a massive throwback. Grinding Gear Games is introducing 19 unique Phrecian Ascendancy classes to experiment with. Note that the Reliquarian Ascendancy will be disabled for this run to keep the competitive meta balanced. The real draw for build-crafters, however, is the return of exclusive Tattoos. These can be applied directly to your Ascendancy Classes, and you can even mix them with legacy Tattoos to push your character's stats into territory usually reserved for Standard league power levels.
The event isn't just about the grind; there is a guaranteed payout for reaching the finish line of the campaign. Every player who manages to take down Kitava in Act Ten will receive a 'Return of the Ancients Mystery Box' for free. It’s a solid incentive to push through the leveling process and test out those new Phrecian synergies.
There are a few mechanical shifts to keep in mind before you dive in. The Atlas Idols system will be disabled for the duration of the event, forcing a more traditional approach to your endgame progression. Whether you are looking to min-max a brand new Ascendancy or just want to snag that free loot, the event runs until July 16th, 2026. Get your builds ready—Wraeclast is about to get a lot more crowded with the souls of the fallen.
Soren