Lord of the Rings Online – Mines of Moria Announced

As noted over on Kill Ten Rats, Turbine has announced the first expansion to their Middle-earth MMORPG Lord of the Rings Online.  (press release here)

It appears that Moria will be the next step in Middle-earth.  Woot!

In addition to everyone’s favorite dwarven subterranean playground, the expansion will include an increase in the level cap to 60, two new classes, and the ability to craft legendary weapons and equipment that will level up along with your character.

Turbine also has a special site, Unlock the Mines of Moria, that will feature promotions and information about the expansion beginning at the end of the month.

Hayoo at Visions of the Ring will have to update his Speculated Expansion map now!

You can also measure up which of the expansion routes I described at one point match up.