Wizard 101

Wizard 101 is a popular multiplayer online game that markets itself as an MMO that the whole family can enjoy. It's theme centers around wizards attending Ravenwood School of Magical Arts. Like many other games in this genre, it pits the young wizard main character against the forces of evil lead by Malistaire Drake, the former professor of the death magic school. This turn based strategy game allows the player to fight monsters one on one or in groups of four. Between the limitless quests, ability to furnish your own castle and explore many diverse worlds, this game will give any family hours of entertainment.

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When players join Wizard 101, they must first create their wizard. Creating the wizard includes selecting a gender, name, then going through a sorting process, by which players are sorted into their individual school. As players progress through the game, they earn points and awards that count as part of their school's overall achievements.https://www.wizard101.com/start

May, 2010: The new pet system and derby have opened officially for players level 7 and up. https://www.wizard101.com/game/community/updatenotes

April, 2010: The Test Realm opens again. Subscription players can test out the new advanced pet system that includes pet training games, a derby and new pet abilities. https://www.wizard101.com/game/advancedpets

March 24, 2010: Wizard 101 will have some exciting changes in the year 2010. The top level that you can attain as a wizard will rise from 50 to 60. They will add a new level called Celestia. And, they will add a new pet system that allows the player to raise and nurture their own pets. http://www.gamezebo.com/news/2010/03/24/two-major-updates-coming-wizard101

February 2010:
New Crown Items
KingIsle has provided the much awaited "wings" mounts to players. You can choose between angel and bat wings. Also, they have added two powerful gear sets for level 45 wizards. If you aren't that level, you can still make the purchase and save the set until you level up. For those looking for staffs, they offer a few new ones with higer damage ability. https://www.wizard101.com/game/promotions/newitems

December 14, 2009: KingsIsle Entertainment has released a new white tiger ridable mount called Meowmodon. From December 14, 2009 to January 5, 2010, the proceeds from the sale will go to Austin Children’s Shelter and Child’s Play.https://www.wizard101.com/home2/game/page_8ad6a404258cb4bf01258ee94e9f02bd

December 2009: Until January 4, 2010, you can subscribe to Wizard 101 for 60$ (half the regular price) for a year.https://www.wizard101.com/game/limitedtimeoffer

You can explore a new test realm if you are a subscriber and have the option of buying new magic school themed housing.https://www.wizard101.com/game/testrealm