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The following lists the '''June 2007''' news from the official [http://www.guildwars.com/ GuildWars.com] site.
== June 29th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/ GW:EN Press Coverage]

Here's a list of features that have been posted over the last couple of weeks concerning Guild Wars, including a few major interviews and previews about ''[[Guild Wars: Eye of the North]]''. Be sure to check out:
* IGN: [http://pc.ign.com/articles/800/800521p1.html A Conversation with ArenaNet]
* Gamespy: [http://pc.gamespy.com/pc/guild-wars-eye-of-the-north/799345p1.html GW:EN Preview]
* Games Radar: [http://www.gamesradar.com/us/pc/game/features/article.jsp?sectionId=1003&articleId=2007062113011105066&releaseId=200703271162478022 Seven-page Preview]
* Associated Press: [http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/19249637 Dads and kids bond over video games]
* Game Daily: Preview: [http://www.gamedaily.com/interviews/_a/interview-guild-wars-eye-of-the-north/20070605185309990001 Guild Wars: Eye of the North]
== June 28th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/rules.php June Tournament Match Reports]

The recently concluded June Season of the [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/rules.php ''Guild Wars'' $100,000 Tournament Series] ended in single elimination rounds with a final showdown between the top contenders. Read all about the [[build]]s, [[kill]]s, and [[Tactics (PvP)|tactics]] of the [[GvG]] final between [[Guild:Virtual Dragons|Virtual Dragons [vD]]] and {{gl|Peace And Harmony|Peace and Harmony [PnH]}} and the details of the [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/matchreports/20070628-ekevsimo.php Hero Battle match] between X Ekelon X and いもいも.
== June 27th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/support/faq/eyeofthenorth-faq.php GW:EN Assets & Product FAQ Available]

In advance of significant ''Guild Wars'' news coming your way very soon, we've expanded the Gallery to include recent images from ''[[Guild Wars: Eye of the North]]'', including screenshots, wallpapers, concept art, and a video. Head to our [http://www.guildwars.com/gallery/ Gallery] to see these riches. And after you've feasted your eyes on the art, you can read our GW:EN [http://www.guildwars.com/support/faq/eyeofthenorth-faq.php Product FAQ] to get the answers to a few of the most commonly asked questions about our expansion.
== June 26th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/community/guildweek/gotw-2007-06-26-kngt.php Guild of the Week: Kngt]

The Knights of Light and Darkness, an international guild founded in December of 2005, enjoys creating its own lore in ''Guild Wars''. Members of the guild have created fictional roleplaying storylines as part of the guild's history, and they organize group events, such as Pirate Week, to continue this history and keep the guild united. Read more about it [http://www.guildwars.com/community/guildweek/gotw-2007-06-26-kngt.php here].
== June 25th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/junechampionship/default.php June Tournament Results]

The June Season of the [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/rules.php ''Guild Wars'' $100,000 Tournament Series] has come to a close. The winner of the [[Hero Battles]] series was '''X Ekelon X''', and '''[[Guild:Virtual Dragons|Virtual Dragons [vD]]]''' took the top prize as the winner of the [[Guild versus Guild|Guild-versus-Guild]] playoffs. All of these players have won terrific [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/junechampionship/default.php prizes] along with [[Tournament Reward Point|Reward Points]] that they can use for great in-game rewards. 'Gratz to all who did so well in the June Series. The July Series has just gotten started, so be sure to jump in and show your mettle!

; [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/stateofthegame/20070625-playbalance.php State of the Game: Play Balance Testing]

This newest game analysis looks at the recent balance changes and the week of play testing that followed in order to evaluate the immediate consequences of those changes—particularly in regards to [[Paragon]]s, [[Defensive Anthem]], and [[Mesmer]] [[interrupt]]s. The article also speculates about further developments in the [[metagame]] as a result of the updates. Find it [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/stateofthegame/20070625-playbalance.php here].

== June 22nd, 2007 ==
; [http://www.gamesradar.com/us/pc/game/news/article.jsp?articleId=2007062113011105066&releaseId=200703271162478022&sectionId=1006&pageId=20070621131238734070 GW:EN Designer Interview]

''[[Guild Wars: Eye of the North]]'' Lead designer [[Ben Miller]] shares details on new [[skill]]s, the [[Charr]] homeland, and thoughts on sexy [[dance]] numbers on [http://www.gamesradar.com/us/pc/game/news/article.jsp?articleId=2007062113011105066&releaseId=200703271162478022&sectionId=1006&pageId=20070621131238734070 Games Radar].

; [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/junechampionship/default.php $100,000 Tournament Series June Championships this Weekend!]

This weekend offers the last chance to earn [[Qualifier Points|qualifier points]] for this month's championships. The final GvG June Championship qualifier will start at 05:00 GMT on Saturday, June 23. The final 1v1 June Championship qualifier will start at 08:00 GMT on Sunday, June 24. You or your guild must have at least 20 QPs in order to participate in this weekend’s championships.

Watch competitors from around the world compete in the June Championships for over [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/junechampionship/default.php $10,000 in prizes]! The GvG championship starts at 20:00 GMT on Saturday, June 23 and the 1v1 Championship starts at 20:00 GMT on Sunday, June 24.

And get ready to start earning qualifier points for the July Championship! The July [[GvG]] season will start at 04:00 GMT on Sunday, June 24 and the July 1v1 Season will begin at 07:00 GMT on Monday, June 25. Full rules for the [[tournament]] series can be found [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/rules.php here].

== June 21st, 2007 ==
; [http://www.gamasutra.com/php-bin/news_index.php?story=14282 Guild Wars selected for Into the Pixel]

Congratulations to the [[ArenaNet]] art team whose work has been selected for ''[http://www.gamasutra.com/php-bin/news_index.php?story=14282 Into the Pixel]'', a prestigious showcase of game industry art.

; [http://www.gamespot.com/pc/rpg/guildwarseyeofthenorth/news.html?sid=6172867 Guild Wars on GameSpot]

Gamespot has published the newest Guild Wars Developer Diary, and it's all about [[quest]]s. Find out about the new direction that quests will take within ''[[Guild Wars: Eye of the North]]'', learn about their [[Quest reward|rewards]], and while you're at it, get a sneak peek at some of the new mini-games you can enjoy in GW:EN, as well. Head [http://www.gamespot.com/pc/rpg/guildwarseyeofthenorth/news.html?sid=6172867 here] for the article.
== June 20th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.pennyarcadeexpo.com/ Guild Wars at PAX]

[[ArenaNet]] will be out in force at the [http://www.pennyarcadeexpo.com/ Penny Arcade Expo], which will take place August 24 — 26 in Seattle, Washington. At this popular gaming show, there will be lots to do with a ''[[Guild Wars]]'' theme: [[tournament]]s, artist signings, community contests, a special VIP party, and more! Keep your eyes peeled for more information, and join us at PAX in August!
== June 19th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/community/guildweek/gotw-2007-06-19-dvdf.php Guild of the Week: DVDF]

The [[Guild:Dvd Forums|DVD Forums]] [[guild]] is a cross-game group that started with [[Guild Wars]] back in May of 2005 and which now heads an [[alliance]]. Guild members put together a daily schedule of events, from training sessions to fun runs to unusual team-versus-team meets. Read about DVDF, and get acquainted with some of their members, [http://www.guildwars.com/community/guildweek/gotw-2007-06-19-dvdf.php here].

== June 18th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/stateofthegame/20070618-evolution.php State of the Game: The Hero Battle Metagame]

This week's State of the Game article takes a topical look at the current [[metagame]] for [[Hero Battle]]s, focusing on a [[build]] that is prevalent at the moment. It also looks at other popular builds and analyzes the potential impact of this week's skill balance update upon those builds. Find the SotG [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/stateofthegame/20070618-evolution.php here].
== June 15th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/rules.php $100,000 Tournament Series Rules]

Compiled for you in one handy location, the full set of rules, the prize list, and many other details concerning the Guild Wars $100,000 Tournament Series are now on the website. Learn about the monthly [[tournament]]s, the payouts, player and guild eligibility, 1v1 and [[GvG]] schedules, and just about everything else under the sun related to this exciting tourney, right [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/rules.php here].
== June 13th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/events/skillpins.php Skill Pins Series #2]

Have you been curious about what Guild Wars [[skill]]s [[Guild Wars Factions]] Champion War Machine selected for the Series 2 Skill Pin set? Well, wonder no more, for we have a page with all the information and shiny pictures, too! Head [http://www.guildwars.com/events/skillpins.php here] to learn more!
== June 12th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/community/guildweek/gotw-2007-06-12-uof.php Guild of the Week: UOF]

{{gl|Legendary Maniacs|The Legendary Maniacs}}, whose tag UOF stands for "Unity of Friends," is a guild with roots in The Netherlands and an interest primarily on PvE gameplay. You can get to know them via this week's [http://www.guildwars.com/community/guildweek/gotw-2007-06-12-uof.php GotW].
== June 11th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/stateofthegame/20070611-workingthemidline.php State of the Game: Working the Midline]

This week's competitive article spotlights the midline of a combat team, arguing that this group plays as crucial a role in team success as the front and rear ranks. You can read about historical midline configurations and catch up on current skill choices in the newest [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/stateofthegame/20070611-workingthemidline.php SotG].

== June 8th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/community/players/20070608-java.php Introducing the Player Profile Series]

Today we are kicking off a new [[Guild Wars]] website series! Our Player Profiles will offer you the chance to get to know individual Guild Wars players who have a unique story to tell. The articles will reflect the interesting and diverse Guild Wars community, with a focus on game accomplishments, notable contributions, and even interesting real-life stories. The inaugural article features Java, who made his mark through extraordinary achievement on the [[Hero Battle]]s Ladder. [http://www.guildwars.com/community/players/20070608-java.php Enjoy!]

; [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/junechampionship/default.php June Tournament Prize List]

Next week, we will publish the full set of rules and schedules for the Guild Wars $100,000 Tournament Series June Championship. As a teaser, we'd like to show you what you can win in either Guild-versus-Guild or Hero-versus-Hero battles. The season has begun — now [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/funseason/tseries2007/junechampionship/default.php check out] the loot!

== June 5th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/community/guildweek/gotw-2007-06-05-st.php Guild of the Week: ST]

The [[Guild:Siege_Turtles|Siege Turtles]] is a U.S. guild that balances efforts between PvE and PvP while leading a close-knit alliance and holding fun special events. Find out about them [http://www.guildwars.com/community/guildweek/gotw-2007-06-05-st.php here].
== June 4th, 2007 ==
; [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/stateofthegame/20070604-elementalmetagame.php State of the Game: Elementalists]

Take a look back at the history of the [[Elementalist]]'s role in [[GvG]], and consider some of the new contributions that this [[profession]] has to offer in current [[PvP]] gameplay in this week's State of the Game [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/stateofthegame/20070604-elementalmetagame.php article].
== June 1st, 2007 ==
; [http://pc.ign.com/articles/793/793584p1.html GW:EN Dungeon Feature]

Head over to IGN to read the latest feature article on Guild Wars: Eye of the North. You'll find game details, screenshots, concept art, and even a "dungeon travelogue" for your viewing pleasure. Start the preview [http://pc.ign.com/articles/793/793584p1.html here].

; [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/matchreports/ Match Reports: May Championship]

In our Competitive Section you will find two new reports that give detailed accounts of matches that took place in last weekend's May Championship. The [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/matchreports/20070601-vdvscry.php first] covers a match between two top guilds—Cry For Eternity and Virtual Dragons—who fought one another in the final round. The [http://www.guildwars.com/competitive/articles/matchreports/20070601-piccolovswhizkers.php second] reports on a match between the eventual HvH winner, Piccolo II, and Master of Whizkers, who came in third.
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