 While "Assault on Balaurea" is a free expansion for NA and EU players, NCsoft released a retail box version with bonus content such as an in-game pet, which varies depending on retailer.Released on October 19, 2011, "The Promised Lands" ("Ascension" in NA) takes Aion further into Balaurea, including areas where opposing factions must work together with the Reians to drive the Balaur back into Tiamaranta, where players face Dragon Lord Tiamat in her fortress.With new quests, instances and game mechanics (including a new level cap of 60), players will encounter a wide array of new PvP and PvE armor sets and weapons with a wider level of customization than before.