The wait is over, Rangers! Wave 3 of Illuvium Beyond is launching on November 21st at 22:00 UTC, and it promises to be a game-changer. With 75 new Illuvitars and billions of potential combos, this wave elevates collecting to the next level. Whether you’re a seasoned Ranger or a newcomer, here’s your go-to guide for what's coming and how to join the fun.

What Is Illuvium Beyond?

For those new to the scene, Illuvium Beyond is a customizable collectible card game that kicked off on March 7, 2023. At its core, it's about collecting and personalizing Illuvitars—stunning hand-drawn avatars of Illuvials (Illuvium's in-game creatures). Each Illuvitar comes with unique artwork, customizable accessories, and various expressions, making every collection unique.

The fun starts with D1SKs, digital packs containing random Illuvitars and accessories. They come in two main varieties:

• Standard D1SK: Includes one Illuvitar, three accessories, and a bonus Tier 0 Illuvitar.
• Mega D1SK: Includes one rare Illuvitar, three accessories, and one standard Illuvitar.

Players can customize their Illuvitars by permanently bonding accessories to them. With five accessory slots—head, body, skin, props, and eyes—you can create billions of combos to make your collection truly yours.

Beyond just collecting, Illuvium Beyond features leaderboards, personal progression, and community goals, all rewarding players with exclusive in-game items like battle boards, emotes, and drone skins.

Wave 3 Highlights

Beyond Wave 3 isn't just a drop; it's a total overhaul. Here's what makes it special:

1. New Illuvitars and Accessories: This wave brings 75 new Illuvitars with fresh designs, expressions, and accessories to mix and match.
2. Enhanced Rewards: Unlock emotes, skins, drone blasts, and battle boards as you collect Illuvitars and earn points.
3. Dynamic Reveal Process: When you open a D1SK, the suspense builds as cards appear upside down with color indicators hinting at rarity levels.
4. Power Levels and Rarity Colors: New color-coded rarity levels make it easier to gauge the power and uniqueness of your collectibles.

How It Works

The Alpha Sale for Wave 3 kicks off on November 21st at 22:00 UTC and runs for 24 hours (or until all Alpha D1SKs sell out). Once the Alpha Sale ends, the Extended Sale will begin, lasting until February 22nd, 22:00 UTC.

Pricing:

• Standard D1SK: $4.99
• Mega D1SK: $29.99
• Alpha Standard D1SK: $9.99
• Alpha Mega D1SK: $89.99

Alpha D1SKs are limited and will be up for grabs during the 24-hour Alpha Sale starting November 21st. These rare packs are perfect for collectors looking to gain an edge on the leaderboards while unlocking some of the most sought-after Illuvitars.

Opening D1SKs earns points tied directly to your wallet, contributing to personal and community goals. Each D1SK type awards different points:

• Standard D1SK: 1 point
• Mega D1SK: 6 points
• Alpha Standard D1SK: 3 points
• Alpha Mega D1SK: 27 points

Rewards to Watch For

Illuvium has pulled out all the stops with a new points-based reward system. As you accrue points, you'll unlock these goodies:

• 1 Point: Gangster Rai Emote
• 100 Points: Beyond-exclusive Battleboard
• 300 Points: Opalite Ranger Skin
• 1,000 Points: Golden Gangster Rai Illuvitar (Rare Expression)

Some rewards, like the Wave 3 Battle Board, will be minted as NFTs, ensuring they remain rare and collectible.

The Community Connection

Wave 3 is all about collaboration. Community stretch goals reward all collectors as the total number of minted D1SKs rises. Unlock everything from the Lazer Eyes Emote Collection to an animated lore trailer. Every D1SK opened adds to the communal excitement, making it a shared journey to exclusive prizes.

Leaderboard Prize Pools

Competitive players will want to keep their eyes on the Wave 3 leaderboard. It runs throughout the sale period and rewards the top 250 participants with ILV tokens and exclusive Illuvitars. Players will share in a growing ILV pool that starts at 2,000 ILV and grows by 10 ILV for every ETH spent. Here's what's up for grabs:

• Top 25: A unique version of a Wave 3 Illuvitar.
• Top 5: An exclusive HOLO Illuvitar.
• Top 1: A one-of-a-kind Wave 3 Illuvitar crafted specifically for the ultimate champion.

Weekly leaderboards for Set 1 Illuvitars will continue, with the prize pool increased to 250 ILV tokens per week. Rewards will extend to the top 200 players, allowing more participants to share in the glory. Set 1 is the inaugural collection of Illuvitars that will be retired as new sets are introduced. Once Set 1 is phased out, these Illuvitars will only be traded on secondary marketplaces.

What's New in Wave 3?

Illuvium Beyond Wave 3 introduces exciting updates to the overall experience:

• Secondary Wallet Support: Now you can link multiple wallets, allowing you to store assets securely while enjoying the game.
• Progress Tracking: A new "My Progress" feature helps you monitor your milestones and rewards in one streamlined view.
• Visual Upgrades: Updated album designs, drone skins, and emotes add depth and style to your collection.

How to Join the Fun

Getting started is simple:

1. Create an Immutable Passport: Your gateway to Illuvium's ecosystem.
2. Fund Your Wallet: Add ETH or USDC to buy D1SKs.
3. Choose Your D1SKs: Decide between Standard, Mega, or Alpha packs and start unlocking.
4. Customize Your Collection: Bond accessories to your Illuvitars to boost their power and rarity.
5. Climb the Leaderboard: Compete for rewards by completing collections and earning points.

Wave 3 isn't just a release; it's a celebration of creativity, competition, and community. With exclusive Alpha D1SKs, revamped rewards, and billions of possible combos, it's a must-play moment for collectors and gamers alike. Mark your calendars for November 21st, and be part of this game-changing wave in the Illuvium universe.