NetEase’s “The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War” game is hosting a fanfiction competition centered around Mathom Peddler, offering the five winners round-trip tickets to visit the Hobbiton movie set in New Zealand.
Gameplay and Seasons
The real-time strategy game, licensed by Warner Bros., allows players to lead heroes from Middle-earth to conquer the land, fight for the Ring, and ultimately take over all of Middle-earth. Players can choose to play as Elves and Dwarves, or even join the forces of Mordor to expand their territory with players on the same side. As a seasonal game, players can decide the season they want to experience and play the game under different rules and settings.
Fanfiction Competition
The fanfiction contest centers around Mathom House, a location from the original novel that resembles a museum and houses items and rare curiosities that Hobbits call “Mathom.” The stories about its owner, the Mathom Peddler, have long been known in the Shire. Some claim that the Mathom House has been open for generations, while others call the Mathom Peddler a traveler who has traversed all of Middle-earth. Some even say he is the mastermind behind all of the major forces in Middle-earth. The top five submissions will receive round-trip tickets to New Zealand and a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata, the filming location for “The Lord of the Rings” films (or a cash prize of $2,000).
NetEase Games
NetEase Games, the online game division of NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES and HKEX: 9999), is a leading developer and publisher of video games of various genres and platforms. The development and release list of NetEase Games includes titles such as “Knives Out,” “Harry Potter: Magic Awakened,” and “Naraka: Bladepoint,” as well as partnerships with major entertainment brands such as Warner Bros. and Mojang AB (a Microsoft subsidiary). NetEase Games also supports the growth and development of its innovative global studios in Canada, Europe, Japan, and the United States.
With its immersive gameplay and engaging storytelling, “The Lord of the Rings: Rise to War” has become a popular game among fans of the franchise. The fanfiction contest is a great opportunity for players to showcase their creativity and immerse themselves in the world of Middle-earth. NetEase’s commitment to creating quality games and supporting its global studios highlights its position as a leader in the gaming industry.
