Boundless Crafting

It’s beginning to look a lot like Oortmas! To celebrate the holidays, Boundless is getting festive for two weeks. Running from the 17th-31st December, wintry snow will be seen throughout the Known Worlds, and many Creatures will be seen sporting little Oortmas Hats. These will drop Green Candy Canes, used to craft some festive decorative props. Red Candy Canes are gained through special Snowball Meteorite events, and are used to craft yet more seasonal decorations to deck the halls of your Beacons! This year, we’ve introduced two Oortmas table centrepieces - a Roast Spitter for you meat-eaters, and an Earthyam platter for the vegetarians amongst us. Of course, we’ve got a whole host of new goodies coming to the Exchange for a limited time only, with the Snowglobe and Guiding Star Wearables, joined by the new Snowflakes Body Paint. These will be accompanied by all our previous Oortmas offerings for the length of the event. With the Oortmas Oorty, Candy Totem crop, and all new content, there’s a whole lot to see and do at Oortmas, so get out there and spread some festive cheer!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/its-beginning-to-look-a-lot-like-oortmas-2020-event-starts-next-week/53578

For the duration of the winter event, special Snowball Fight Meteorite events will occur on Starter Worlds. Rather than a regular strike, a meteorologically-unlikely but festively pleasing giant Snowball will crash to the surface of the World bringing with it a whole host of special Snow Spitters, which will launch their chilly projectiles at Citizens, and are impervious to regular Weapons. Time to fight snow with snow! Gather enough Ice from the impact zone to Handcraft a Bag of Snowballs, and give the icy critters everything you've got! These will do direct damage to one target, and are only effective against Snow Spitters. There will also be no Defeat Penalty on these events, with Players instead building up ‘embarrassment’ from being hit, before heading to the sanctum having lost their ‘Meteorite Life’. The rewards for this event include Red Candy Canes, as well as Food, Brews and Gifts. Poorly behaved Citizens may end up with Coal.

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/its-beginning-to-look-a-lot-like-oortmas-2020-event-starts-next-week/53578

It’s that wonderful time of year again, when the nights are getting darker, and things are getting a little bit spookier... :1f578: :1f577: :1f578: For a limited time only, Citizens are again on the hunt for Spooky Orbs around the Boundless Universe. These are then used to craft Spooky Seeds, which make special props. These include the all new hanging Bat :1f987: and the bubbling Cauldron, alongside returning favourites from previous years. We’ve also got some new wearables in the exchange. The Zombie :1f9df: and Skeleton :1f480: body paints were designed by some extremely creative community members, and we can’t wait to see them in the game! Elsewhere, there are 6 new Halloween brews, allowing underwater breathing, huge atmospheric protection, and even the ability to change the weather :1f326: when consumed! Throughout the game, players will once again be greeted by special lighting conditions at night, horrifying weather effects, and spooky soundscape to really put you in the Halloween spirit! Don’t get too afraid out there!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-248-halloween-2020/52466

It’s our Birthday! And we’re going to party like it’s 2018. Starting from today and running for two weeks, we’re going to have all sorts of festivities taking place across the Boundless universe. You'll spot several Creatures cutting loose in their funky party hats to mark the occasion; defeat these for Birthday Gifts and use them to Craft some new goodies! Craft the brand new Party Candle and the now-customary Oorty doll, this time enjoying their very own Party Cake! Then, head to the Exchange to pick up a Party Hat of your very own. While you’re there, ALL previous event wearables will be available once again for the duration of this event, so it’s the perfect time to grab any you may have missed. Look to the skies, and perhaps you’ll see an extraordinary party venue ready to explore!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-247-sovereign-and-creative-worlds/50423

Perhaps you’re dreaming a little bigger? If you’re looking to take your Boundless Builds to the next level, then a Creative Private World could be just what you need. On your own World, you’ll have Infinite Plots, bottomless Items, unlimited Health, Stamina and Air, as well as the ability to Fly! The only limit to what you can Build is your imagination, so dream big! To purchase a Creative World, head to the Shop, then follow the directions to place your order via your web browser. Head over there and let your creativity run wild!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-247-sovereign-and-creative-worlds/50423

Players are now able to run their very own private World! A Sovereign World is purchased online and spawned according to a selected World Configuration. Once on the World, Citizens are then able to use the World Control item to alter the Block colours, as well as set Permissions, much like a Beacon on any other World. Please note, the World is allocated to the user, not the Character. Once the set-up is complete, then your very own World awaits! What kind of World will you set up? To purchase a Sovereign World, head to the Shop, then follow the directions to place your order via your web browser.

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-247-sovereign-and-creative-worlds/50423

We've added a whole new batch of unique Emoji to Boundless! These represent Creatures :wildstock:, Tools :hammer:, Resources :roughsapphire: or Crops :wheatgrain: from within the Boundless universe. Gleam Club members can use these in the same way as regular Emoji - in chat, on signs, or maybe even in the name of your settlement - or your brand new Sovereign or Creative World! Gleam Club members can now also show off a brand new set of Emotes! Ever wanted to see your Citizen break into the Can-Can? Or pop and lock with a classic Robot? Maybe you’re more of a fan of the Dab - these cool new dance animations will keep your Citizens moving all through the Birthday celebrations and beyond! These are available now - head to the Exchange to join Gleam Club today! While you’re there, why not pick up one of our brand new community-designed Body Paints - ‘Starry Night’ by RedY3, ‘Meteor’ by Lancelotz, and ‘Circuitry’ by Kasaisaru!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-247-sovereign-and-creative-worlds/50423

On Rugged and Inhospitable Lush Worlds, all Meteorites are replaced by Gleambow Meteorites. A Gleambow is a unique type of meteorite made from natural Blocks in a variety of colours. They can be identified by their spectacular multicoloured trails. If you're lucky, you may even find a pure Gleam or Glass Gleambow. Fancy! Once a Gleambow touches down, you'll only have a short time before its Blocks adopt the natural colours of the World. Sprint, Grapple, Warp, slide, leap, swim and Buff your way across the landscape before it's too late. You'll need specialised Tools to break your way through those super-tough Gleambow Blocks. A Gleambow Totem will do the trick, so make sure to get hold of one (or more). While you're at it, keep an eye out for some strangely colourful Cuttletrunks, aptly known as Gleamtrunks, who'll try to make life difficult. Don't ignore them! You might find their pickings useful for your next race and more. Tweak your Skills, grab your Gleambow Totem, down a Speed Brew - ready, set, Gleambow!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-235-chiselable-glass-and-gleambow-racing/38043

Gleambow Racing is a limited-time event which rewards speed and skill as Citizens chase down special Gleambow Meteorites made up of colourful natural blocks. Some of these will be in shades never before seen in the Known Worlds! You'll need a special Gleambow Totem to destroy these Blocks - craftable in a Workbench. It’s a great chance to gather completely unique rewards with which to decorate your Build. Prep for your Gleambow adventures with 3 brand new consumables, each bestowing a different Buff with exciting results! There’s even a new Gleambow Augment to summon forth Gleambows from the stars above. Equip, point, shoot, race away! Head to the Knowledge for a full rundown. Once you're done chasing Gleambows, kick back in your Beacon and Craft two new decorative props, just for this event. Don’t forget to head over to the Exchange, where you can pick up a Gleambow wearable or two, including the new Gleambubbler. To the Gleambows!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-235-chiselable-glass-and-gleambow-racing/38043

A new type of signage has arrived, with Citizens now able to leave stylish notices to their Friends and patrons on Glass Pane signs. On top of that, Gleam Club players can now add Emojis to Signs in their beacons - you know what they say, a picture paints a thousand words, so add some to yours to give it a try! :lobster:

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-242-beacon-reclaims-and-compactness/44553

The Known Worlds are shared by everyone and only together can we create a thriving civilisation. Beacons are an essential part of creating Settlements and collaborating on builds. To help everyone expand their Beacons in a fair way for all Citizens, we've added a new set of plotting rules to the Beacon system. Now, as your Beacon expands there will be plotting limits to help keep your Beacons collectively compact and reduce excessive Beacon sprawl. A compact Beacon prefers to expand locally rather than meander across the landscape. Settlements can still grow and become large. But the sprawl needs to be proportional to the size. Once Plots are claimed they become unavailable for others, so the system now encourages you to claim Plots closer to home, leaving those further afield for others. We believe this change makes the plotting system fairer for all players and is in the best interest of everyone now and in the future.

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-242-beacon-reclaims-and-compactness/44553

This new system ensures that if a beacon ever expires you will no longer lose any of its contents. Now, when a Beacon expires everything, all Blocks, Items, Gear, Machines, Storage, Decorations, Coin and Spark, are automatically gathered into an unlimited cloud storage. You can then Reclaim all items from a new or existing Master Beacon Control. The Reclaim system can also be used to manually expire a beacon to rapidly move everything to another world. But remember it’s only the contents that are transferred and not the design. So you’ll need to rebuild after reclaiming. But remember - you still need to fuel your beacons!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-242-beacon-reclaims-and-compactness/44553

It's the perfect time of year to show your Boundless friends how much they mean to you! Lovestruck Bouquets can be Crafted from Decorative Flowers found throughout the Known Worlds. These can then be hand traded with other Citizens, gifting the recipient a Heart Shaped Rock. They can then use these to Craft a Romantic Vase, Romantic Stone Column, Heart Balloons and even our brand new, now-customary seasonal Oorty doll. In The Exchange you'll get another chance to get hold of the Lovestruck Mask, the Ribbon Fascinator, and the Climbing Roses Body Paint. Alongside these, we have two new Body Paints and a wearable joining them this year. Head over to the Exchange and check them out now!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-239-lovestruck-and-prototype-creative-mode/41409

It’s beginning to look a lot like Oortmas! To celebrate the holidays, Boundless is getting festive for two weeks. Starting on the 19th December and running to the 2nd January, wintry snow will be seen throughout the Known Worlds, and many Creatures will be seen sporting little Oortmas Hats. The Green Candy Canes they drop can be used to Craft decorative Gift Boxes and festive Oortmas Trees. Red Candy Canes are gained through special Snowball Meteorite events, and are used to Craft Snow Citizens. This year, Citizens can also Craft special Twinkles to deck the halls of their Builds! Of course, we've got a whole host of new Wearables coming to the Exchange for a limited time only, with the Oortmas Hat and three designs of Winter Scarf joining last year’s offerings. In addition, a sweet Totem has also been introduced in the form of the Candy Totem, which is grown as a Crop before being used as a Tool. There’s a lot to explore, so get out there and make merry!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-237-oortmas/38486

For the duration of the winter event, special Snowball Fight Meteorite events will occur on Starter Worlds. Rather than a regular strike, a meteorologically-unlikely but festively pleasing giant Snowball will crash to the surface of the World bringing with it a whole host of special Snow Spitters, which will launch their chilly projectiles at Citizens, and are impervious to regular Weapons. Time to fight snow with snow! Gather enough Ice from the impact zone to Handcraft a Bag of Snowballs, and give the icy critters everything you've got! These will do direct damage to one target, and are only effective against Snow Spitters. There will also be no Defeat Penalty on these events, with Players instead building up ‘embarrassment’ from being hit, before heading to the sanctum having lost their ‘Meteorite Life’. The rewards for this event include Red Candy Canes, as well as Food, Brews and Gifts. Poorly behaved Citizens may end up with Coal.

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-237-oortmas/38486

Gleambow Racing is back! For the next two weeks, spectacular Gleambow Meteorites will be landing throughout the Known Worlds. You'll have to be fast though - Gleambow Meteorite are against the clock! You'll need a special Gleambow Totem to destroy these Blocks - craftable in a Workbench. This event will now include all-new Glass Gleambow Meteorites, as well as some beautiful new Gleam Storage items to keep all your shiny rewards in! The Exchange once again includes a spectacular Gleamicorn horn which we think you'll like, along with some all-new spectacular Starry Eyes and Rainbow Shades wearables!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-235-chiselable-glass-and-gleambow-racing/38043

On Level 3 and above worlds, regular Meteorites can be replaced by special Gleambow Meteorites. These will be easily identifiable via their spectacular multicoloured trails, and their rewards can be magnificent! Gleambows will often trigger when you enter the named regions scattered throughout each world. Start racing to where the Gleambow will land as soon as you see it arcing through the sky. Tips - you can move rapidly over the landscape with a long and fast grapple. Taking a Speed Brew will also give you some added oomph! If the racing is too competitive try heading to a quieter world where the Gleambows could last longer. Sourcing a forged Gleambow Totem could be a major advantage. Upon reaching the Meteorite, at least 50% of these blocks must be destroyed within the given time limit, using the special Gleambow Totem. If this is not achieved, all blocks will default to the world's existing colours. The reward for a completed Meteorite will be Rough Oortstone and Gold Ore, as well as the abundance of materials harvested from the Gleambow Meteorite itself. Remember - speed brews are your friend, and now would be a good time to work on your quick traversal skills. Now where's that long-range grapple...

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-235-chiselable-glass-and-gleambow-racing/38043

We've got some brand new blocks that we think you're going to enjoy! The new Glass Blocks are similar in style to the Glass Panes you'll be used to. These are Tintable, and there are of course Plain, Stylish and Ornate blocks available for all your glazing needs. The recipes and designs are identical to the Glass pane variations, and all Glass Blocks can now be fully chiselled. We've also removed the placement restriction on Glass Panes, so go wild with glass in this latest release!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-235-chiselable-glass-and-gleambow-racing/38043

This release sees yet more storage items arrive in Boundless. The suite of options now includes Gleam, Metal and Farmed variants, all available in Plain, Ornate, and Stylish versions. The Farmed Storage items are particularly unique, in that they are crafted from farming produce. There have never been so many different ways to keep all your goods away from prying eyes, and with these new options there's something to fit everyone's beacon.

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-235-chiselable-glass-and-gleambow-racing/38043

It's that time of year again - the nights are getting darker, and spooks lurk around every corner. We're very pleased to be celebrating Halloween in Boundless once again! From 1200 UTC on the 24th October, until the same time on the 7th November, you'll be able to Craft special Props from Spooky Orbs found throughout the Known Worlds. These include the returning Pumpkin and Skull Lanterns, joined this year by the all-new Oorty the Oortian Doll! We expect to see a lot of these creepy little characters decorating the scariest Builds around the Universe. But that's not all, this year Spooky Seeds have a special secret that's waiting to be discovered ... plant them and see! On top of this, we'll be bringing some new wearables to the Exchange, including the skin-crawling Cuttlehugger mask, creepy Oh My Button Eyes, and a gruesome metal Screw to spook up your Citizens! Have fun, don't get too scared, and be sure to share your best efforts with us!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/halloween-is-coming-back-to-boundless/36311

You've been asking for a wider range of decorations for your Builds, so we thought we'd put together something which both adds style to and would also be useful around your Beacons! We've expanded the suite of Storage options available to all Citizens. This first batch includes a Plain Chest, Ornate Box, and Stylish Barrel in Wood, and a range in Stone. Now you can keep your Resources stashed away while displaying the pride of your collection on Shelves and open Storage Blocks. Craft some to add to your Beacon today!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-233-6x-closed-storage-and-42x-building-blocks/36277

A huge range of new Blocks are making their Boundless debut with this update. Concrete, Metal Filigree, Trellises and a Decorative Frieze are just some of the new arrivals. From vast Fish Scale Mosaic decorations to elaborate sci-fi designs resembling Circuit Board, we can't wait to see what Citizens can come up with! Your options for building and decorating your Beacon just got a whole lot wider, so Craft some new Blocks and experiment away!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-233-6x-closed-storage-and-42x-building-blocks/36277

Customers and Merchants alike will be pleased to know that we have introduced a Shop Scanner to Boundless! Found within the Knowledge, this will display the plinths offering the best value for any given item on the current World. The Shop Scanner will make sourcing specific items far smoother and faster, with knock-on effects to Crafting, Building, and every other aspect of life in Boundless. The Knowledge will display the amount for sale, the current price, the distance to the shop, and how many patrons the shop served this week. Citizens can mark a specific shop as their destination directly from the Knowledge, sending them on their way to trade whatever they need. Use the number of recent patrons to determine if the shop is worth a visit. Still looking for those elusive Power Coils? Need a particular type of Metal to complete your Build? The Shop Scanner has you covered!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-231-world-shop-scanners/35068

Three new styles of glass have been added to Boundless! Give your builds a new look with this range of flat-plane windows, including Plain, Stylish and Ornate variants. Once crafted, these can be placed as single units, or together to create larger glass surfaces. The patterns will merge to create a continuous visual theme to your glasswork, so get as creative as you like with these! With a giant range of tints available, there’s no better time to give your most elaborate beacon a new layer of glasswork - give them a try today!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-229-window-panes-and-lattice-frames/34672

Enable Builder Mode to see a Beacon Plot Map directly in the HUD. This plot map will visualise the local Beacons, Settlements, Guild alignment, and Reserved Plots. The map is helpful for spotting plots flagged as roads which will split your Beacon out of a Settlement.

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-229-window-panes-and-lattice-frames/34672

Thanks to the new Latticeworker chisel boon, blocks can now be chiselled into Lattice Frames. Any block that can currently be chiselled can be chiselled into lattice frames. These will start life as a (say it slowly with me) Tetra-hemi-hexa-cron. Further chiselling will cycle through four different diameters. Then use your standard Square and Bevel Chisels to add and remove the arms. These will add a totally new angle to builds of all sizes - some of the more imaginative uses we’ve seen so far include ladders, strip lighting, industrial pipes, and decorative art installations. This system will allow for a whole new layer of subtlety in building, with more intricate shapes open to citizens. Let your imagination loose and give them a try today!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-229-window-panes-and-lattice-frames/34672

The Beacon Reserved Boundaries will now be DISABLED by default. All beacons have been updated to disable the reservation. All new beacons will automatically have the option disabled. If you wish to reserve the plots around your beacon you need to enable the protection option in the Beacon Control menu.

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-227-decorative-crops/33796

We've expanded the protection afforded to Beacons in Boundless. Upon reaching 10k Prestige, a horizontal boundary will now be automatically reserved around the outside of your Beacon. Other Players will be unable to claim these without specific Permissions, granted by the new title of 'Surveyor'. This will allow Players to plan their larger Builds as they expand, and will mitigate disputes over bordering Settlements. When multiple Beacons meet and Reserved Plots overlap, the Plots with the oldest claim have authority. For those who wish to disable this (e.g when building roads), the option will be accessible within the Beacon Control menu.

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-227-decorative-crops/33796

The next level of Farming has arrived! From today, a brand new set of Crops are available. Not only do these new Crops hold great aesthetic appeal, but they'll also provide a Prestige boost to your Builds. Many of these spectacular-looking Crops are Crafted from Drops harvested during regular Farming. The Sentinel's Crest is dropped from Meteorites on Elemental Worlds. Imperial Harlequin, Ancestor's Blade, Ornamental Oortweed, Trailing Starblossom, and Sentinel's Crest can be planted throughout your Beacons (as long as the correct growing conditions are met), just like any other Crop. Prestige Crops will eventually wither and die, removing the extra Prestige they give - So you'll need to keep a good eye on your Crops and replace them regularly to benefit from their Prestige boosts.

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-227-decorative-crops/33796

Getting a little lost in the wide world of Boundless? Our new filtering system will make it easier than ever before to find what you need. Head to the Knowledge, Tips, Objectives or any Crafting interface and simply type what you're looking for into the filter bar. You can combine filters and searches as needed, so it's never been faster or easier to find the exact Recipe or advice you need!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-227-decorative-crops/33796

We’ve overhauled how material rendering works in Boundless. There are all sorts of technical terms we could use, but essentially - colours and textures will now look a lot closer to their original intent, making your builds look extra amazing! Metal surfaces and water in particular will benefit, as will decorative builds, as they will respond to light in a much more natural fashion. World and block lighting has also been rebooted, so it’s a great time to go and explore the universe!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-225-farming/31589

As part of Farming, Liquids can now be harvested and placed in your Beacons. Water and Lava are now able to be collected and redistributed, as are the brand new Liquids, Primordial Resin and Petrolim, so let your imagination run wild! Different Crops need different Liquids for irrigation, but it doesn't end there. Perhaps you’ll set up fiendish lava traps to protect your Build, or create a spectacular water feature? Head into The Wilds and start collecting today!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-225-farming/31589

Got access to a supply of Goo? Skilfully cultivate a batch of colourful Goo Pigments, harvest them and mix them together in the new Pigment Processor machine to make a whole host of different colours. This will create Colour Sprays, allowing you to tint natural materials - think Wood, Rock and Brick. Let your imagination run wild and give your beacon a new look whenever you like. Sprays can be Traded as well as Crafted, so anyone can use them. Get out there and decorate your Builds today!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-225-farming/31589

Farming has arrived in Boundless! Explore the Known Worlds to gather the materials you need, then find the perfect location to start your very own farm. Whether you're growing your own stockpile or looking to start a merchant empire by controlling the supply chain to a major settlement, Farming will fundamentally change the world of Boundless. Citizens are able to Farm a variety of materials, from organic foods to brand new fuels, and three new Farming tools are available to craft right now. Will you harvest crops on the surface, tend a subterranean Fuel farm, or cultivate exotic Goo to make Colour Sprays? You can Farm however you choose, and we've gifted 5 free Cleanse Points to everyone to mark the arrival of this system, so start experimenting now!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-225-farming/31589

The next generation of Boundless Combat is here - Buff Bombs are a powerful addition to any fighting force. Three different enhancements are available, with Speed, Strength and Armour buffs all provided via these area-of-effect explosives. To create these, head to the Centraforge and craft the new Venerable Gum to forge the Bombs. With a collection of Buff Bombs in your arsenal, any group of Hunters can be transformed into an elite team of Slingbow-wielding warriors. Make sure to gather some today to give your next group hunt the edge!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-223-venerable-forging/30194

The new Forging material, Venerable Gum, provides several new effects which Citizens can employ today. Firstly, Fists can now be bestowed with a ranged auto-gathering effect, creating a super-efficient hunting Tool, or to grab precious Resources from afar. Doors can now be set to automatically close once a Citizen has moved away using a Spanner with the Auto-Door trait, and last but not least, the Unchisel Boon will be a useful tool for Builders. This will reset any Block to its default state when struck. Made a mistake when Building? Want to remodel your porch? No problem! Slingbows and Fists also have a new Hard as Nails Armour trait available. Fire up your Centraforge now to start creating these awesome new Tools!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-223-venerable-forging/30194

4 new Guild Buffs have arrived in Boundless, with something new for all citizens. The Weapon Augment Buff will give your Guild Member’s Weapon Augments a boost to durability, letting them hunt for longer. For the Miners out there, damage blocks which usually require a shovel - useful for those high-volume digging operations. The Bonus Consumables Buff gives crafters the chance to receive an extra brew or food for free each time they create one. Finally, the Spark and Wear Buff will allow machines to use less power and last longer without repair. Build the relevant helix today to start using your Buffs!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/the-chrysominter-new-guild-buffs/29140

Are you burdened by a surplus of resources? Need some quick coin? Place one of these handy contraptions in your beacon to convert those leftovers to cash. The Chrysominter will pay a low basic rate for each item in Boundless. Think of this as a way to make quick money, rather than big money. If you've got way more material than you know what to do with, and can’t get to a store to sell it, then the Chrysominter is what you need.

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-221-chrysominter/29139

We've made significant changes to the way Prestige is calculated in Boundless. Many items have had their prestige values rebalanced, and the system has been altered to reflect creative building. Colour, Material, Chiselling level and more are now taken into account when calculating Prestige, and natural Blocks like Foliage now give Prestige. There are a number of factors to the new calculation, but the most important change is that variety within a Beacon is now given far more weight when it comes to assigning Prestige values. Perhaps it’s time to add some more flair to your Base!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-219-exoworlds-blink-rift-and-umbris/28550

With Rift, Umbris, and Blink being added to the Universe, many possibilities are opened up for their use. Building is a fine way to employ them, but their usefulness doesn't end there. Slingbows, Hammers, Axes, Shovels, Bombs, Grapples … these new Materials can be incorporated into any of them. Perhaps it’s time to upgrade the Tools of your Trade?

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-219-exoworlds-blink-rift-and-umbris/28550

Some beautiful brand new Blocks have arrived in the Boundless Universe. Rift, Blink, Umbris and Oortstone are rare, precious materials, all of which are able to be Refined, Compacted or made Decorative. These special Materials won't be easy to find - perhaps some of the new mysterious Exoworlds hold the answers…

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-219-exoworlds-blink-rift-and-umbris/28550

Brand new Worlds have been spotted in the skies over the Known Worlds. These mysterious Exoworlds will not be around for long, and are sure to contain rare, rich Resources in unique colours. These Exoworlds follow a wide orbit, and won't be visible for long - so no Citizen may Plot or place Beacons on them. Explore, Hunt and Mine, then get ready for the next one! A word of warning; the first Level 7+ Worlds will be arriving as a part of this, including Rift, Umbris, and Blink Exoworlds… so be prepared, they may not give up their bounty easily!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-219-exoworlds-blink-rift-and-umbris/28550

Race to the end of the Gleambow! For the next two weeks, a number of spectacular Gleambow Meteorites will be landing on certain Worlds. These will spawn random base Blocks in random colours - some of which may never have been seen in the Known Worlds before! You’ll have to be fast though - if less than half of the Meteorite’s Blocks are destroyed within the time limit, remaining Blocks will change to the World's default colours, and no reward will be given. You’ll need a special Gleambow Totem to destroy these Blocks - craftable in a Workbench now! The Exchange now even includes a spectacular Gleamicorn horn which we think you’ll like....

Looking to give your Guild an extra edge? Four brand new Buffs have just landed! Perhaps you want your Guild-aligned Beacons to bestow Healing on all your Members? Or reduce Damage from Falling when within the Beacon area? Do you want your Hunters to extend the Effects of their Brews by Defeating Creatures? Or perhaps your Gatherers would benefit from Healing whenever they Harvest Surface Resources. Use the relevant Guild Buff Helix to activate them right now, and help your Guild rise to glory!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-217-guild-buffs-advanced-locks-and-global-chat

We've added an extra level of security to your Beacons with the Advanced Lock. This new item will enable you to keep specific parts of your Settlement safe from all but your most trusted fellow Citizens. Perhaps you have Machines or Items which you want to keep strictly limited to your top Guild Members? Or areas of your Build which are to be locked away in secrecy? The Advanced Lock can be configured to allow access only to those who you choose to let into your inner circle.

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-217-guild-buffs-advanced-locks-and-global-chat

Boundless now includes a new set of Global Messaging Channels. You can now promote your Shop Stands or search for Trade, look for a group to play together, or just ask for guidance in each of these dedicated Channels. If you've been looking to shout about your sale from the rooftops, recruit new Hunters, or are new to the game and could use some mentoring, now you have the tools at your fingertips!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-217-guild-buffs-advanced-locks-and-global-chat

Race to the end of the Gleambow! Starting soon, a number of spectacular Gleambow Meteorites will be landing on certain Worlds. These will spawn random base Blocks in random colours - some of which may never have been seen in the Known Worlds before! You'll have to be fast though - if less than half of the Meteorite’s Blocks are destroyed within the time limit, remaining Blocks will become plain grey, and no reward will be given. You'll need a special Gleambow Totem to destroy these Blocks - craftable in a Workbench soon! The Exchange will even include a spectacular Gleamicorn horn which we think you'll like....

This time of year is perfect for celebrating companionship, so why not show your fellow Citizens how much you enjoy playing together? Handcraft a bouquet from flowers commonly found throughout the Known Worlds, and Trade it with another Player to gift them a Heart Rock. You can then use this to Craft a Romantic Vase, Romantic Stone Column, or even some Heart Balloons to decorate your home! Then head to The Exchange to pick up one of our time-limited Wearables, including the Lovestruck Mask, the Ribbon Fascinator, and the Climbing Roses Body Paint- you'll love them!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-213-poles-beams-and-letter-boxes

Ready to give your Builds a new look? This new pack of Poles and Beams introduces a range of Building or Decorative Items to give even more variety to the structures you see in Boundless. Wooden, Stone, Metal and Gleam versions of each are available, with variants including Plain, Stylish, and Ornate for creating ever more exquisite Builds. This introduces 24 new Building materials to Boundless, so get in there and see what you can create with them today!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-213-poles-beams-and-letter-boxes

You’ve got mail! With the new Craftable Letter Box Item, Citizens will be able to leave Messages for you while you're offline. Found an amazing Build, and want to say hi to its creator? Or perhaps you’ve come across a Trader’s store and want to cut a deal? Simply head to the Letter Box to leave them a message for the next time they appear online. The Letter Box effectively allows you to PM Citizens who aren't in your Friends List or in a Guild with you. Want to hear from your visitors? Go ahead and place one on your Build today!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-213-poles-beams-and-letter-boxes

"It's beginning to look a lot like Oortmas... Our Winter Event has just gone live! The event will last until the 1st January, giving you two weeks to enjoy all the bounties of the holiday season. With snowy weather conditions, themed Meteorite events, time-limited character customisations, and festive props for your builds, for the next two weeks it really will be Oortmas every day!" - Snowball Meteorite events will spawn snow spitters - fight back with snowballs! - Festive creatures will drop Candy Canes - use these to craft Oortmas trees, Gift Boxes, and Snowcitizens! - Time-Limited Holiday wearables available in the exchange, including Father Oortmas beards, Antlers, and Rudy the Wildstock's red nose!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-209-led-blocks-forge-and-oortmas

It's good to talk! We've introduced a brand new Cross Universe Messaging system to the game, so you can stay connected to your Friends, your Guilds, or anyone you need to speak with. - Communicate with Guilds and Players across Worlds - Asynchronous chat - message offline Players - Catch up with Chat you missed - Chat in Channels to reach your Guild, Worlds, or to PM another user - Receive notifications from the system i.e "You have been accepted into a Guild"

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-211-empires-guilds-and-messaging

We're really excited to see what veteran Players and newcomers alike can do with the Guilds system. Large gatherings of allied Citizens can now pursue their shared goals within their own structured groups. Who will be the most powerful Guild in the Universe? It's going to be a lot of fun finding out... - Anyone can create a Guild - recruit your Friends! - Align your Beacon to a Guild and control Permissions within it - Citizens inhabit a range of Guild roles, from Operative to Director - Guilds control Prestige and Coin, and gain Endeavour to create Buffs - Guilds can assign Buffs via the new Helix Machine

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-211-empires-guilds-and-messaging

Greetings Citizens, and welcome to Boundless Empires! This is our biggest post-launch release to date, introducing exciting new features which we believe will really change the way Boundless is played. We've got a new Guilds system, Cross Universe Messaging, new Blocks, and a whole host of fixes and improvements. There's never been a better time to jump into Boundless and start your Empire!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-211-empires-guilds-and-messaging

With these brand new LED Blocks, Citizens are now able to create an animated effect on their Builds! Capable of following an on/off pattern and fully tintable, these open up a ton of possibilities, from funky disco floors to animated Signs and everything in between. Get out there and get creative!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-209-led-blocks-forge-and-oortmas

Welcome to the newest version of the Forge! Citizens will be able to access unique Gear from the Forge earlier in their journey, and with greater Efficiency for lower-level items. Why not head there now and see what creations you can come up with?

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-209-led-blocks-forge-and-oortmas

New Level 5 and 6 Worlds have been discovered throughout all regions of the Known Universe! These dangerous Elemental Worlds include all Gem types, so pack your best Gear and head into the wilderness for these precious unclaimed Resources!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-207-body-paint-and-new-elemental-worlds

Head to the Exchange to customise your Characters with our brand new range of Body Paints. From tiger stripes to a tribal handprint, these can all be tinted to give you the look you want! Why not pair it with some new Headgear to give yourself a truly unique setup?

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-207-body-paint-and-new-elemental-worlds

There have been some big changes to the Atlas. These handy treasure-hunting Tools now update in real time, allowing you to track the Resources you need the most. If you're looking for a few specific Ingredients or building materials, the Atlas is your friend - Happy Hunting!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-205-atlases-and-signs

We've introduced Wood, Metal and Gleam Signs to let you share your message with the World! Alongside these new versions of Signs, the way they work has been overhauled. Text now auto-adjusts to fit the base tint, and if you're a Gleam Club Member you can colour the text independently. If you've got something to say, then say it with a Sign - give it a try!

https://forum.playboundless.com/t/release-205-atlases-and-signs