Halloween

Once a year, Mad King Thorn and his creepy cohorts visit the land of mortals for a spooky celebration with holiday quests, Costume Brawl PvP, Halloween-themed guild vs. guild battles, as well as plenty of other tricks and treats! The frightening festivities begin at 12:00 p.m. Pacific (GMT -7) on October 18 and run until 12:00 p.m. on November 2. The main events take place in Lion’s Arch and Kamadan, but you’ll find Halloween décor in outposts all over Tyria.

Calendar of Events

  • October 18: The Halloween celebration begins at 12:00 p.m. The mood will be set with eerie decorations in Lion’s Arch, Kamadan, Droknar’s Forge, and the Tomb of the Primeval Kings. Plus, the Costume Brawl starts today! Halloween quests are available in Lion’s Arch and Kamadan. Pit your skill against the Lunatic Court, delve into the Underworld to take on Dhuum with your allies, or embark on a classic Halloween quest from holidays gone by. Speak with the Mad King’s Steward to begin your adventure!
  • October 31: Starting at 12:01 a.m., Mad King Thorn appears every three hours in Lion’s Arch and Kamadan. Participants in the Mad King’s games will receive holiday treats. The better you follow directions, the sweeter the treats will be!
  • November 2: The seasonal festivities conclude at 12:01 a.m.

More spooky details about the Halloween festivities are on the Guild Wars Wiki!

Halloween Accessories

Each Halloween, you’ll be able to acquire a Ghoulish Accessory Token that can be exchanged for a hat suitable to the occasion or a tonic that will make you the afterlife of any party! Speak with either Gul Terror in Lion’s Arch, or Malavaka in Kamadan to get started. Aahtan in Kamadan and Erulis in Lion’s Arch have been entrusted with the actual hats, and they’ll be around till November 8, just to make sure you get your prize.

Halloween Costumes

Capture the gloom and glamour of Halloween by dressing up in costume. The Raiment of the Lich, Lunatic Court Finery, Vale Wraith, and Ravenheart Witchwear costumes are just a few of the costumes available from the Guild Wars store on the web and in-game.

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Halloween Treats

Pick up Halloween treats from the collectors in Kamadan, Lion’s Arch, Henge of Denravi, Ascalon City, Champion’s Dawn, Kodlonu Hamlet, and the Sunspear Great Hall.

Here are some of the tricks and treats available this Halloween!

  • Witch's Brew

    One sip will set your world spinning 'round and 'round and ‘round...

  • Vial of Absinthe

    If you think it burns going down, wait until it engulfs your body in ghoulish flames.

  • Ghost-in-the-Box

    Feeling brave? Open this mysterious box to receive a spooky surprise.

  • Squash Serum

    You're out of your gourd if you swallow this potion—though it will give you an immediate replacement.

  • Transmogrifier Tonic

    One sip transforms you into the spirit of Halloween itself!

  • Trick-or-Treat Bag

    What's inside? What does it do? Does it taste good? The only way to find out is to earn one and open it up.

  • Candy Apple

    Two treats in one: the apple for good health, the candy for extra energy—or is that the other way around?

  • Candy Corn

    Ride this sugar rush for a bump to all your attributes.

  • Pumpkin Cookie

    Nothing boosts morale like a big orange cookie.