Fourth Expansion for EverQuest(R) II Currently in Development, Features New
 Playable Race, New Zones based on the Original EverQuest, Raised Level Cap
                                  and More

    SAN DIEGO, May 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE),
a global leader in the online games industry, today announced that Rise of
Kunark, the fourth expansion pack for EverQuest(R) II, is currently in
development. Expected to launch on or around November 13, Rise of Kunark
will be available at retail stores and via digital download for $39.99.
Retail consumers receive the base EQII game, the Rise of Kunark expansion,
all three previous expansions (Desert of Flames, Kingdom of Sky, Echoes of
Faydwer) as well as a Cockatrice house pet.
    "With Rise of Kunark, we're continuing to build on the high-quality
content and rich, exciting environments that players experienced with
Echoes of Faydwer," says Scott Hartsman, Senior Producer and Creative
Director, Sony Online Entertainment. "By combining new content based on the
original EverQuest with new races, zones, quests and items, we expect to
deliver a deep and fun experience for EverQuest II veterans and new players
alike."
    Rise of Kunark introduces a new playable race, the Sarnak. This
dragon-like humanoid inhabits the jungle islands of Timorous Deep, a new
starting location for adventurers. Timorous Deep presents a wealth of new
content for levels 1-20, and is one of the many new zones being developed
for this expansion. Many of these zones are based on favorite gameplay
areas from the original EverQuest, such as Karnor's Castle, the Lake of Ill
Omen, Sebilis and Veeshan's Peak. Guilds, adventurers, and artisans can
expect to benefit from a raised level cap, as all level caps are raised to
80, in addition to new solo, group, and raid content for levels 65-80.
    Hundreds of new quests will be added to the expansion, promising
exciting adventures and encounters, including class Epic Weapon quests for
all classes. Players will also be able to explore this new world astride a
new mount -- the rampaging Kunarkian Rhino. Dozens of new NPCs, as well as
a host of new weapons and armor await players as they explore and unravel
the mysteries surrounding the beautiful, yet dangerous continent of Kunark.
    EverQuest II Rise of Kunark Features

    -- All-New Player Race -- Start up a brand new Sarnak -- the classic
       dragon-like humanoid creature that now inhabits Timorous Deep. Exiled
       from your homeland and magically altered, discover how your new breed
       came to be, and eventually return home to help your race triumph over
       the evil Iksar.

    -- New Starting Area -- Begin your adventure from the new starting area in
       the islands of Timorous Deep. Conclude your day of epic quests and
       retire to new housing within the Village of Gorowyn.

    -- Level Cap Raised -- Continue your adventures on your existing character
       in Kunark, expanding on your achievements as Adventure, Tradeskill and
       Guild levels all increase to 80.

    -- More Unique Zones -- Advance your way through new massive regions,
       containing many zones filled with nostalgia and danger, such as The
       Emerald Jungle, Skyfire Mountains, Sebilis, and Karnor's Castle.

    -- Hundreds of New Quests -- The tale of Kunark is told through hundreds
       of new quests, aimed at gameplay of all types: solo, group, and raid.

    -- More Weapons & Armor -- New Epic Weapon quests for all 24 classes, with
       new weapons for both those who raid and those who choose not to.
       Battle through the opposition and acquire additional fabled and
       legendary armor sets as well.

    -- New Mount -- Explore the world on the shoulders of a new rampaging
       beast -- The Kunarkian Rhinoceros.

    -- New Deities -- Recent activities on Norrath have again attracted the
       attention of the gods.  Bertoxxulous The Plaguebringer, Karana The Rain
       Keeper, and the mysterious Tribunal return to exert their influences on
       planet. As with the existing gods of Norrath, players may pledge to
       these new deities to gain access to their Blessings and Miracles.

    -- Dozens of New NPCs -- Encounter and engage a wide variety of new
       enemies that inhabit the menacing lands of Kunark.
    For more information on these games, visit the EverQuest II Web site,
http://www.everquest2.com or http://www.riseofkunark.com. A free 7-day
trial of EverQuest II is also available at http://www.playthefae.com.
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