It’s the second anniversary of the game’s launch and they’re having some special events, free game time, and cheaper subscription/purchase rates. So I’ve decided to re-activate my account, get the Mines of Moria expansion — I played the closed beta and at launch, but stopped shortly afterward — and reacquaint myself with the land of hobbits, elves, dwarves and beasties.

For anyone wondering on if they should check it out — this is a solid title. It does go through the whole traditional MMORPG bit though — you have quests to do, lots of em. And leveling. And everything else you’re likely familiar with. It just does it a little bit better and a little bit Lord of the Rings-ier. So expect some talk on the classes, the game and such in the next few days.