Just like the rest of the players, the CCs did not get an early access to Object 780 this time.


When Wargaming made this announcement on June 14th:

Wargaming Expands European Presence by Opening Two New Offices

Victor Kislyi, Wargaming CEO made this statement:
"Warsaw and Belgrade were logical choices for these new locations, both are fast developing technology sectors with enormous potential. We look forward to working closely with both cities’ IT communities to build best-in-class game development and publishing units. Wargaming continues to move forward with big plans for the future. The Belgrade and Warsaw locations will be essential for accomplishing our goals."

Now we can see that one of their plans is to introduce Tier X Premium Tanks within the price range of 22K - 23K Gold and maybe double it up on certain events.

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Object 780 -Standard Configuration



Checked on 2330 18/06/2022. Many units still available yesterday.

Object 780 with Numbered "Varanus"3D Style (Winter)

The style includes three unique camouflage patterns that will change automatically, depending on the season.

Availability across all servers

Server	Obj 780 w "Varanus"	Obj 780 Regular
EU	15,000 units	35,000 units
NA	7,000 units	13,000 units
ASIA	5,000 units	10,000 units
RU	40,000 units	80,000 units
CN	20,000 units	45,000 units

China server is operated together by WG and strategic partner Qihoo 360 Technology Co. Ltd.

With WG's decision to pull out of the RU region (WG's biggest playerbase), the shortfall of revenue will of course be compensated elsewhere...

I thought I could the usual 20% to 30% discount coupon for an epic win reward.
Together with the rising cost of living in Europe and everywhere else, I foresee less discounts and sales in the future and perhaps more P2W elements like Crew 2.0 will come into play.

The Object Number Designation 780 by GABTU (Main Directorate of Armored Forces) issued in 1971. Main designer Pavel Isakov from Chelyabinsk Tractor Plant (ChTZ).

Object 780 in the background with Object 225 in the foreground. Source: Nowa Technika Wojskowa Polish magazine.
Driver in turret influenced by the joint US-Germany development of MBT-70 / KPz 70.


Cupola and turret shape different from WG's in game model. Less weakspots for Soviet tanks?


WG's Object 780 turret shape looks similar to this. Not sure if this is design is authentic from ChTZ or a creative person.

This post has been edited by Catnip: Jun 19 2022, 04:01 PM

Holiday Ops 2021 Reward Tank: GSOR 1008 in Premium Shop
Last day today 21 June, 2022 (Tuesday) @ 14:00 UTC+8 (06:00 UTC)
So far the price haven't changed since it was offered in Summer Sales July 23rd to July 29th, 2021.

In World of Tanks it is featured with 3 crews (Driver, Gunner and Commander) but the original design specifies that it is operated by two crews only. (Driver and Commander). Liquid fuel armor is a strange but interesting concept.

EU Premium Shop <Link>




ASIA Premium Shop

Base price is 9,300 Gold plus 2,500 Gold for the 3D style (MYR 197.65)


"Polar Star" 3D Style is valued at 2,500 Gold (MYR 44.30)

This post has been edited by Catnip: Jun 21 2022, 02:59 AM

Premium Shop Maintenance on 21 June, 2022


IINM. it was limited to 25K Gold per transaction previously. It is now easier to purchase Object 780 for gold in a single transaction.
Checked today, at 13:05 pm: There are still 4,790 units available.

Obj 780 price is absolutely crazy la ...... countless blueprint, 17mil credits, 62k reserve points. Its like forcing f2p players to strip all their riches for 1 tank.

Get New 3D Styles for the Tiger II and E 75
In the spring of 1945, a specialized pioneer crew in their E 75 received orders to go on a highly classified mission. On their way back, word reached them that Allied troops had crossed into Germany and closed in on Berlin from all directions. They needed to avoid drawing attention to complete their mission, but when a distress call from a Tiger II reached them on the outskirts of the capital, the crew decided to head into the city and intervene...

I like the idea of a video and the story behind the 3D styles but WG can surely make a more creative and interesting video than the above.
For example: The Renegade Challenge: How to Get the M54 video and Tank Gear: King Tiger (Captured) video
Oh wait! These creative visuals and story were made by the team at Minsk.

"Panzersturmpionier" 3D Style on E 75 valued at 3,000 Gold (MYR 52.81).

"Kampfgruppe Schneide" 3D Style on Tiger II valued at 3,000 Gold (MYR 52.81).

“Klarer Himmel” 3D Style on E 100 valued at 6,000 Gold (MYR 103.00). Holiday Ops 2020 lootbox camouflage.

EU Premium Shop <Link>


ASIA Premium Shop

The x5 XP Mission costs 50 Gold each.

2022 Tankfest Twitch Drops
Final Drops tonight starting at 9:00 pm.

https://www.twitch.tv/worldoftanks


Reminder: You can only receive Twitch Drops once you link your Wargaming and Twitch accounts.
Twitch Drops Guide Asia


Progress goes along smoothly...

This post has been edited by Catnip: Jun 26 2022, 09:50 PM

For those who missed the livestream at the Tank Museum in Bovington.


Speaking of Tankfest and The Tank Museum in Bovington, I hope someday that this tank will make it into WoT as a reward tank for bonds. It has that different suspension system for the initial 10 production Jagdtigers than the current ingame Jagdtigers.




This post has been edited by Catnip: Jul 1 2022, 02:56 AM

Legend of the Hunter Winter Marathon: AltProto AMX 30 in Premium Shop
Last day today at 2:00 pm. <Winter Marathon November 2021> I was busy IRL and did not take part in this challenge.
One of the three 3D Styles from Return to Mirny-13 event for Leopard 1 available. No discount given priced at 4,500 Gold.


EU Premium Shop <Link>




ASIA Premium Shop

Base price is valued at 8,700 Gold (MYR 147.35)


"Char de Chastel" 3D style vaiued at 2,500 Gold.

Interesting description regarding the "Char de Chastel" 3D style: "The spectacular Char de Chastel 3D style is inspired by the legend of the Beast of Gévaudan."
Although, the story below is good and effort in making it is commendable, frankly I dislike the style.

The Beast of Gevaudan: Hunting the Monster of 18th Century France

Statue of Marie-Jeanne Valet vs. the Beast of Gévaudan at Auvers, France by Philippe Kaeppelin erected in 1995.
On August 11th 1765, Marie-Jeanne Valet, a young woman of twenty years old, and her sister were attacked by the beast while crossing a bridge over a stream. Marie-Jeanne managed to fight back, sticking a spear into the beast’s chest.

Got two non stackable coupons a while back but forgot to use it before expiry. Limited selection of tanks and premium account only. 30% off for Premium Account would be is nice if I don't mind prolonging the suffering,


This post has been edited by Catnip: Jul 3 2022, 04:08 PM

Claim Twitch Synth Waves Bundle with Prime Gaming!


Got mine.


July 2022 free games offers with Amazon Prime Gaming.


This post has been edited by Catnip: Jul 8 2022, 03:50 AM

<Post #1379> Updated. Screenshots reuploaded. Rip Tinypic September 9th, 2019. Thankfully I still keep most of the screenshots just in case the image hosting site call it quits. Will update other posts as necessary.
Four years and 11 days after Post #1379, Preferential MM tanks are still here today.


Today is the last day before midnight to get the Object 780. Many still unsold, looking for owners...

Not enough resources to get it? Unwilling to get it for gold? Just play regularly, complete Daily Missions; get epic rewards for every 45 daily missions completed and save those resources for the next one.






Completed Chapter I—“All Shall Rot” of Battle Pass Season VIII.


“Reaper’s Scythe” 3D style for Object 430U valued at 750 Gold.

First post updated.

Arcade Cabinet: Railgun has Launched!
From July 15 at 13:00 (UTC+8) through July 18 at 04:00 (UTC+8)

A fun only mode where personal stats are not affected.

On the subject of Tiger I, here's a supercut YT video of the The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum's Tiger I restoration released 2 weeks ago.
Although it has been restored from parts that come from many wrecks, it has chassis number 250771, which was built in January, 1944 and was part of the Schwere Panzer Abteilung 502 (502nd Heavy Panzer Battalion) on the Eastern Front.

Notable tank commanders from this panzer battalion:

• Oberleutnant Otto Carius
• Hauptmann Johannes Bölter