Obsidian Entertainment have released a new trailer for the upcoming expansion pack to Neverwinter Nights 2. The expansion, entitled Storm of Zehir, will bring back "old school" RPG elements which were featured in Baldur's Gate, including an overland map, and complete character customisation of all party members.

Whilst the new trailer reveals little in the way of plot or information regarding the new classes, we've dug up some information regarding the new classes and playable races, which will enhance the already impressive level of customisation present in the game.

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Storm of Zehir will include the ability to play as two new races (which are the only that have been confirmed at this point), with these being the the Gray Orc, and the Yuan-ti Pureblood. The Gray Orc is a "civilised" version of your normal Orc types, but retains the violent nature of Orcs. The Yuan-ti Pureblood is an "infiltrator" who has a few lizard-like features, but these are easily concealed.

Three new classes have also been conformed, these including two new prestige classes. The Hellfire Warlock is a prestige class that will focus on strengthening the power of fire based attacks, if the character has focused on Brimstone Blast as a skill. The next prestige class is the Doomguide, who, despite having an imposing name, is intended for divine mages and spell casters. The Doomguide class will enhance the characters melee abilities and combat effectiveness against the undead.


The final new class is the Swashbuckler, who will focus on melee combat and speed, offering several advantages over regular fighting-types. Storm of Zehir is scheduled for an Australian release on the 27th of November, and will be available for the RRP of $49.95.