Explorers' League Journal: Entry II

Welcome back, adventurers! It's a dangerous world out there, so let's take a moment to wade through some of the latest community developments. If you missed our first entry, you can find it here.

Patch 4.0.3 Now Live - Learn about the latest World of Warcraft patch, as well as what is still to come as citizens of Azeroth brace for the impact of Cataclysm.

World Event: The Shattering

The Elemental Invasion - Unfamiliar faces gathered on city streets as tensions rose due to Azeroth's calamitous state.

Wrath of the Elements - As Twilight's Hammer cultists undermine the Horde and Alliance leadership, Thrall searches for answers in Nagrand.

The Invasion Has Begun - Full-scale invasions of Stormwind city, Orgrimmar, Ironforge, and Thunder Bluff have driven Azeroth's citizens to the brink. (Outlook does not look hopeful.)

Final Phase! - Our friends at Wowhead have put together a helpful guide to the events taking place within the city capitals.

Exploring the Community Site

Rate My Post - Everything you need to know about using the new forum post rating system.

In Search of Bigger Game - There are a lot of new features on the community site, with more to come, so make sure you know how to find the real gems.

Gameplay and General Topics

Cataclysm Preview: Tol Barad - Here's everything you need to know about the importance of Tol Barad to the Horde and Alliance, and its role in the future of world PvP.

Cataclysm Paid Faction and Race Changes - Interested in the new playable races? Make sure you know your options for when goblins and worgen enter the fray.

Are you Insane in the Membrane? - Learn about the latest updates to this challenging Feat of Strength.

Rated Battlegrounds Primer - Our friends at Ten Ton Hammer have put together a detailed look at what players can expect from Rated Battlegrounds in Cataclysm.

Be sure to check back soon for our next journal entry. Keep your feet on the ground!