Event Overview & Dates
The Autumn Harvest event runs during months 9, 10, and 11 (September through November) each year. The event activates automatically when the season begins, transforming the world of Aeternum with harvest-themed decorations, eerie ambient effects, and new monsters roaming every zone. During the event, all players receive a passive +15% XP bonus and +10% Gold bonus on all activities, making it one of the best times to level and farm.
The Vampire's Feast is the centrepiece of the Autumn Harvest. It is a server-wide celebration that peaks during the last two weeks of October, featuring double Soul Husk drop rates, a special world boss that spawns every 6 hours, and limited-time quests that are only available during those 14 days. If you can only play part of the season, this is the window to prioritize.
Seasonal Currency: Soul Husk
The Autumn Harvest introduces its own seasonal currency: the Soul Husk. Soul Husks drop from all seasonal monsters, dungeon bosses, event quests, and daily missions during the event period. They are used to purchase exclusive rewards from the seasonal vendor, who appears in Blood City during the event.
How to Earn Soul Husks
- Seasonal monsters: Each kill drops 2-8 Soul Husks depending on monster level.
- Crypt of the Autumn Lord dungeon: 25-50 Soul Husks per run, with bonus drops from the boss.
- Daily event quests: 15 Soul Husks per quest, 3 quests available daily (45 total).
- Weekly event challenge: 100 Soul Husks for completing the weekly challenge.
- PvP arena (during event): 5 Soul Husks per win, 2 per loss.
Soul Husks do not carry over between years. Any unspent Soul Husks are converted to regular gold at a 1:2 ratio when the event ends. Spend them before the season closes to avoid losing value.
A dedicated player can earn approximately 200-300 Soul Husks per day through a combination of dungeon runs, daily quests, and monster farming. Plan your purchases early so you know exactly how many days you need to farm.
Exclusive Rewards
The seasonal vendor offers a range of exclusive items that can only be obtained during the Autumn Harvest. These items are cosmetic, functional, or both, and some are genuinely best-in-slot for their level range.
Weapons & Armor
| ITEM | TYPE | RARITY | LEVEL REQ | STATS | SELL PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harvest Reaper | Scythe | Rare | 50 | +21 STR, +7 DEX | 2,200g |
| Bonewood Longbow | Bow | Epic | 60 | +28 DEX, +12 STR | 4,800g |
| Scarecrow Hood | Head | Rare | 55 | +18 DEF, +10 DEX | 2,000g |
| Harvestguard Jerkin | Chest | Rare | 55 | +22 DEF, +65 HP | 2,200g |
| Withered Oak Greaves | Legs | Rare | 55 | +19 DEF, +40 HP | 2,000g |
| Rotleaf Treads | Boots | Rare | 55 | +14 DEF, +8 SPD | 1,800g |
Accessories & Consumables
| ITEM | TYPE | RARITY | EFFECT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ring of the Harvest Moon | Ring (Epic) | Lv. 60 | +15 STR, +8 LCK |
| Amulet of Withering | Amulet (Epic) | Lv. 60 | +14 DEF, +85 HP, drains enemy life |
| Pumpkin Spice Elixir | Consumable | Uncommon | +15% Gold for 30 minutes |
| Scroll of Soul Reaping | Consumable | Rare | +10% XP for 30 minutes |
Halloween Bosses
The Autumn Harvest introduces five seasonal monsters, culminating in the terrifying Autumn Lord dungeon boss. Each monster has unique mechanics and drops Soul Husks alongside regular loot.
| MONSTER | LEVEL | HP | ATK | DEF | TYPE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarecrow Phantom | 50 | 310 | 23 | 13 | Undead |
| Harvest Wraith | 55 | 440 | 30 | 14 | Undead |
| Pumpkin Golem | 58 | 520 | 28 | 20 | Golem |
| Decay Treant | 62 | 700 | 36 | 24 | Plant |
| Autumn Lord (BOSS) | 70 | 1,200 | 50 | 30 | Boss |
The Autumn Lord is the final boss of the Crypt of the Autumn Lord dungeon (minimum level 40, 6 rooms). He is a skeletal king crowned with withered leaves who commands the harvest dead and summons devastating storms of decay. His key mechanic is Decay Aura, which deals damage-over-time to all players in the room every 2 turns. Bring high HP regen or life steal to survive the fight. The Pumpkin Golem is also notably dangerous due to its explosive jack-o-lantern attack that can hit multiple times per turn.
Event Quests
The Autumn Harvest features three tiers of event quests:
Daily Event Quests (3 per day)
- Harvest Patrol: Defeat 10 seasonal monsters. Reward: 15 Soul Husks + 500 gold.
- Crypt Delver: Complete one run of the Crypt of the Autumn Lord. Reward: 15 Soul Husks + event consumable.
- Soul Collector: Gather 20 Soul Husks from any source. Reward: 15 bonus Soul Husks + 200 XP.
Weekly Event Challenge
Each week during the event, a special challenge is posted: defeat the Autumn Lord 5 times, collect 500 Soul Husks, or win 10 PvP matches during the event period. The weekly reward is 100 Soul Husks plus a guaranteed rare item from the seasonal loot table.
Vampire's Feast Quest Chain (Limited Time)
Available only during the last two weeks of October, this 5-part quest chain tells the story of a vampire elder hosting a macabre feast. Completing all 5 parts grants an exclusive Feast Attendant title, a unique cosmetic cape, and 200 Soul Husks. This quest chain is account-bound and can only be completed once per year.
Limited Cosmetics
The Autumn Harvest cosmetic shop offers items that cannot be obtained at any other time of year. These are purely visual and do not affect gameplay stats, but they are highly sought after by collectors:
- Jack-o-Lantern Head: A glowing carved pumpkin head cosmetic overlay. Cost: 300 Soul Husks.
- Scarecrow Outfit: Full-body scarecrow costume with animated straw particles. Cost: 500 Soul Husks.
- Ghost Trail: Spectral footprints that follow your character. Cost: 200 Soul Husks.
- Harvest Moon Aura: An orange-gold ambient glow around your character. Cost: 400 Soul Husks.
- Bat Swarm Emote: Summon a swarm of bats that circle your character. Cost: 150 Soul Husks.
- Feast Attendant Cape: Exclusive to the Vampire's Feast quest chain. Cannot be purchased.
Cosmetics from previous years' Autumn Harvest events are not re-released. Each year introduces new cosmetics while retiring old ones. If you see something you want, buy it during the current event or risk it being gone forever.
Best Farming Strategy
Maximizing your Soul Husk income requires an efficient daily routine. Here is the optimal order of operations:
- Complete all 3 daily event quests first (45 Soul Husks, ~20 minutes). These overlap with other activities, so plan your monster farming and dungeon run to count toward the dailies.
- Run the Crypt of the Autumn Lord 2-3 times (50-150 Soul Husks, ~30-45 minutes). The dungeon is the most efficient Soul Husk source per hour. Use a Pumpkin Spice Elixir (+15% Gold) and Scroll of Soul Reaping (+10% XP) before entering for maximum efficiency.
- Farm seasonal monsters in the Graveyard Lands (30-60 Soul Husks per hour). The Scarecrow Phantom and Harvest Wraith have the best Soul Husk drop rates relative to their kill speed. Avoid the Decay Treant unless you need its specific material drops.
- PvP arena for bonus Soul Husks (5 per win). If you are already doing your daily PvP, this is free bonus currency. Do not farm PvP specifically for Soul Husks unless you enjoy it.
- Complete the weekly challenge as early in the week as possible. The 100 Soul Husk reward is substantial and should not be left to the last day.
During the Vampire's Feast double drop window (last 2 weeks of October), all Soul Husk drops are doubled. This is the best time to farm intensively. A focused player can earn 500+ Soul Husks per day during this period, enough to buy every cosmetic in the shop within a week.
Frequently Asked Questions
What level do I need to be to participate?
Seasonal monsters appear in zones appropriate for levels 50-70, and the Crypt of the Autumn Lord dungeon requires level 40+. However, daily event quests are available to all players regardless of level, and Soul Husks can be earned from PvP at any level. Lower-level players can still participate, but will earn Soul Husks more slowly.
Can I store Soul Husks for next year?
No. Soul Husks are converted to gold at a 1:2 ratio when the Autumn Harvest ends. Spend them before the event closes or accept the gold conversion.
Are the seasonal items tradeable?
Seasonal weapons and armor are tradeable on the Auction House. Cosmetics are account-bound and cannot be traded. Consumables like the Pumpkin Spice Elixir and Scroll of Soul Reaping are tradeable and often sell for a premium after the event ends.
Is the Autumn Lord hard to solo?
At level 40 (the minimum), the Autumn Lord is extremely challenging to solo due to his Decay Aura. At level 60+, experienced players with good gear can solo him. For players in the 40-55 range, grouping up is recommended. His 1,200 HP and 50 ATK stat make him comparable to other seasonal bosses.
What is the best item to buy first?
If you are focused on combat power, the Bonewood Longbow (Epic, +28 DEX, +12 STR) is the best stat value among the seasonal items. If you are a collector, prioritize the limited cosmetics first, as gear can theoretically be obtained from the Auction House later but cosmetics cannot.
Does the XP/Gold bonus stack with other bonuses?
Yes. The +15% XP and +10% Gold seasonal bonuses are multiplicative with other bonuses like Battle Pass XP boosts, consumable buffs, and Mastery passive bonuses. Stacking all available bonuses during the event is one of the most efficient leveling strategies in the game.