On November 13, World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King will launch in countries all around the globe. To mark the occasion, you can be right there to celebrate the release with us! Blizzard Entertainment developers and executives will be in attendance at several locations around the globe to meet players and sign copies of the game. Also, increased quantities of the Collector’s Edition will be on hand for purchase. Each location will open its doors at 12:00 midnight local time, so you can be among the first to log in and embark on the most epic journey of your lifetime.

Here are the details for the events and location in London, Stockholm and Rotterdam:

The line-up begins on November 12. There are limited quantities available on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure you arrive early!

Throughout this special occasion, many different activities will be available for those who attend.

London

• Get your copy of Wrath of the Lich King signed by Paul Sams (COO), and Lee Sparks (Associate Producer) from Blizzard Entertainment.
• For those who dress up in costumes, WoW goodies will be on hand.
• For the very first person in the queue, there will be a super-size trove of WoW goodies.
• Every person who attends the event will be given an exclusive WoW poster.
• And many other surprise giveaways throughout the evening...

Stockholm

• Get your copy of Wrath of the Lich King signed by Rob Foote (Producer), from Blizzard Entertainment.
• Two separate lines, one VIP line for people in costumes, one line for people not in costumes. The VIP line will be let in first.
• The people in the best costumes will win great prizes from Blizzard.
• The first 200 people in line will also be getting nice giveaways.
• Take part in a dance competition! The two best dancers will win a laptop.
• And many other surprises...

Rotterdam

• Get your copy of Wrath of the Lich King signed by Alex Mayberry (Sr. Producer) from Blizzard Entertainment
• Dress up as WoW character and be one of the first to buy the Collector’s Edition. The best dressed fans will win fabulous prices.
• Watch the pre-launch show on the big screen.
• The show will also include contain a WoW contest and an interview with Blizzard’s Alex Mayberry.
• How large is your knowledge of World of Warcraft? Test it and win one of the many prizes!
• And many other surprises...

In addition to these stores, similar events will be held internationally in Paris, Madrid, Berlin, Mexico City, Taipei, and Seoul. Full details on the specific locations and plans for each of the events outside Europe can be found at www.worldofwarcraft.com, www.worldofwarcraft.com/es and www.worldofwarcraft.co.kr.

If you can't make it to one of these events, don't worry -- there are legions of retail locations across Europe opening early to sell copies of Wrath of the Lich King. Please check the list of stores that will be open at midnight, November 13.

See you in Northrend!