In preparation for the launch of Ultima Online: Age of Shadows, Origin offers some lengthy details on how to redeem the free pre-order in-game items when the time comes that they are available and offers a complete list of the changes that AoS will bring to the game. The changes are numerous and wide reaching, touching everything from skills and fighting mechanics to the values of armor and weapons. Current Ultima Online players will definitely want to check out these design notes, lest they get a surprise the next time they log on and play.