As we've reported, the Travelers set is scheduled to launch on Oct. 13. Game Designer Joe "Palejo" Alread has written an article that outlines Influence and Conquest, two new mechanics that will be introduced in the eighth Legends of Norrath release.

Here's the definition of Influence: "You have influence if there are 4 or more total levels on all your abilities." Basically, it's a way for the team to add more value to the levels on all your abilities. Here's the definition of Conquest: "This card costs -1 power to play if your avatar has won a combat this turn."

Also, you can get the first Travelers promo card, Kerran Warden, by purchasing three Legends of Norrath booster packs in a single transaction through Oct. 12 at 11:59 p.m. PDT. Sony Online Entertainment is promoting the offer to celebrate the launch of Travelers.