The latest Paladins update descends on the realm

Forged in the crucible of the Pyre’s flames as the embodiment of all that persists, Azaan the Eternal has existed to see countless reigns rise and fall. He keeps a watchful eye on the Kingdom, an ever-present guardian whose sole mission is to keep the Kingdom free from the penetrating Abyssal influence. Not to be confused with a merciful and understanding overseer, Azaan is neither friend nor foe and his judgment will consume all who dare stand in his way.

Recent events have put the Kingdom in grave danger: every day it is progressively infected by the Abyss and, therefore, the Eternal descends from on high to deliver a final warning to the Kingdom: eradicate the Abyss, or cause it to be consumed in its purifying flames, at any necessary expense. Azaan the Eternal is the newest player Paladins Champion!

Azaan is the newest Frontline Champion to join the Paladins ready. Reinforced by his passive that gains efficiency during prolonged conflict, he throws hammers and summons flames to help create and maintain space for his team. Combined with his relatively low cooldowns and ability to build pressure and create space in a team fight, Azaan is an unshakable and formidable force to be reckoned with.

Azaan also hits hard with his other abilities, such as Conviction, which allows him to spread his wings and lunge forward in a menacing attack that deals damage and stuns his enemies simultaneously. Azaan’s Shrine ability allows him to deploy a multi-segmented wall that acts as a fortress for his team, dealing damage when enemies collide with it. Finally, Azaan’s ultimate is Release, which knocks Azaan upward and allows his hammer to project downward, dealing damage and displacing enemies. Soon after, he allows Azaan to teleport to a specific location with a thunderous replica. When Azaan is in the field, there is nowhere to hide from the Hammer of the Pyre.

Alongside Azaan, the new Dark Depths Event Pass launches with this update, inviting players to test their destinies and descend into the dark depths of the ocean to find what is hidden beneath the ocean floor. Players can earn more than 30 rewards, including the Sea Queen Saati and Marauder Tyra skins, as well as an alternate version of each. Lots of sprays, avatars, and other cosmetics are also included!

This update also includes a new Bounty Store exclusive Sigma Vivian skin, new limited time modes, and more! Hit your enemies like Azaan or loot sunken treasure with the Dark Depths Event Pass in the Absolution update, available now at Paladins on all Xbox platforms!