Since inception, the goal, vision and rationale of even creating this shard has been very simple but unique:

• We aim to replicate the T2A era as best we can and within technical limitations as a whole.
• We do not intend to ever change any aspect of normal gameplay to particularly favor any playstyle or to protect or further expose any players to to the in-game risk that was a large part of this era.
• We will especially not pull aspects of other eras into this one, even with an overwhelming demand of players.

We believe that "proper" gameplay can only be achieved by taking the era as a whole and accept it for what it was. Tampering with the era in hope of achieving balance is not something that we will do, nor do we believe is achievable across all playstyles. Diversity of players and playstyles is a necessity of a healthy shard. Every type of play depends on another, and this is why UO is absolutely the greatest MMORPG ever crafted.

With that said, we do still continue to strive to become more correct and true to the era. Player feedback and research is a big part of this process. We don't claim to have everything perfect yet, but we do continue to actively work towards that goal.

Are you tired of playing the same cookie cutter games that lack accomplishments, true friendships, epic battles, and a sense of free will? Now, the greatest 2D game has returned with a vengeance.

Second Age is a free Ultima Online Shard that can be accessed by anyone with the UO client software.

Second Age is the most accurate emulation of the UO: T2A era online today. There are no giveaways. On UO Second Age you will build your character(s) from the ground up. We will stay as accurate to the Pre-UO:R/T2A era as we can. The biggest exception to this is that there are many custom events both regularly scheduled, and staff run. Currently, we have Capture the Flag, Double Domination, Deathmatch, and Dueling Tournaments (1v1+), and unique PvM quests implemented. We have also introduced completely original "Story" Events based on the classic UO fiction.

We do not endorse any particular style of play on Second Age. Accounts are never deleted for inactivity, it will always be free to play, and anyone is welcome. The game is free and fun, yet due to its unparalleled diversity and realism, it has a learning curve.

We recomend client version 5.0.8.3, but all client versions above 5.0.0.0. are supported. If you do not have your UO installation CDs, you can download a modern client from the downloads section, here. We have a guide on the forum, here, to assist you with downloading, installing, and connecting to Second Age.

We have nearly reproduced the 1999 OSI UO experience. Come join a free shard with players and staff that are unmatched in their dedication to the purity of the T2A era.

Brief Feature List:

* Balance of PvM, PvP and RP
* Era accuracy is our top priority
* Helpful and Knowledgeable Player Community
* True Risk, Epic Battles
* T2A Era Crafting System
* T2A Era Housing
* Rare Items and Classic Quests
* Murderer Bounty System
* Magic Clothing and Jewelry
* Spell imbuded magic weapons
* Authentic Combat and Magery Systems
* Pre-Casting / Insta-Hit
* Unique PvM / PvP Events
* Authentic Economy
* Great Player Community
* Era Authentic Bugs
* Helpful, Responsive, Dedicated, Professional Staff

 

Server Info:
IP: uosecondage.com
Port: 2593
Second Age is running RunUO 2.0 on a high-end dedicated server.