Vanguard: Vanguard: Saga of Heroes Officially Released

After years of development, a change of publisher, the passing of an amazing artist, five phases of beta and a pre-release, a great deal of work, and a whole lot of memories, Vanguard: Saga of Heroes has now officially gone gold for release to the public.

From the official Vanguard About Page and Press Releases:

Welcome to Telon, a vast and ancient world of magic, intrigue and adventure. Facing the challenges of a wartorn world, the diverse people here struggle to rebuild their once great civilizations. A fragile alliance has been struck, with the lands set upon by invading forces, the races must band together to survive. In the north, the sprawling green hills of Thestra are plagued by an unstoppable undead menace. To the south, the deserts of Qalia have been besieged by an elemental threat spawned from the depths of the earth and to the east; inhabitants of the tumultuous jungles of Kojan fiercely battle encroaching otherworldly fiends.

Telon is in desperate need of heroes. Your journey begins now.

The only limits are your own in Telon. The adventurous can choose from multiple paths of exploration within the three spheres of advancement: adventuring; crafting; and diplomacy. Players can delve into the mysteries of Telon, and embark upon quests to slay monstrous beasts locked deep inside rugged mountain ranges. Those with a quick mind can use diplomacy to convince kings to move armies and change the course of history. With player-crafted boats, flying mounts, and customizable player housing, "Vanguard" offers players a world of their own choosing.

Congratulations to Sigil Games Online and Sony Online Entertainment for their latest release, and Sigil's flagship MMO.