Empress Zhou Guide – Rewards, Location & Tips | New World Expeditions Unleashed

The Expeditions Unleashed event in New World has introduced Empress Zhou, a powerful world boss roaming the open world. Players have a limited window until September 15 to challenge her and earn exclusive rewards.

Where to Find Empress Zhou

Empress Zhou can be located in the world via a large skull icon on your map. Due to her strength, it’s recommended to team up with other players to take her down efficiently.

Event Rewards

Defeating Empress Zhou offers multiple reward tiers:

1. Normal Reward Box (unlimited per day):

• 100% chance to receive one piece of Weapon, Armor, or Jewelry.

• 66% chance for Gear Score 700 procedural Weapon or Armor.

• 33% chance for Named Legendary Gear Score 710 item.

• 100% chance for 2–3 level-appropriate potions.

2. Bonus Reward Box (up to 3 per day):

• 100% chance for a Named Legendary Gear Score 710 item.

• 100% chance for 1 Obsidian Gypsum.

• 100% chance for 25 Dark Matter.

• 25% chance for Named Legendary Gear Score 725 weapon (Taiying’s Heart Ice Gauntlet).

3. Jaeger Skin Set Box (10% chance per week):

• Contains one piece of the Jaeger Set: Head, Chest, Hand, Legs, or Feet.

4. Pity System:
To reduce unlucky streaks, after opening 12 bonus reward boxes, players are guaranteed:

• 1 Named Gear Score 725 Weapon (if not already earned that week).

• 1 Jaeger Skin Set Box (if not already earned that week).

Tips to Defeat Empress Zhou

• Form a Team: 3–5 players is recommended, depending on your gear level.

• Consumables: Bring potions and food buffs to maximize survivability.

• Focus Fire: Coordinate attacks to avoid unnecessary deaths.

• Timing Bonus Boxes: Track how many bonus boxes you’ve opened to make the most of the pity system.
  

Conclusion

The Empress Zhou event is a must-participate challenge for New World players. With legendary gear, skins, and Dark Matter on the line, joining a group and fighting strategically is your best bet to secure the top rewards.

Act fast – the event ends September 15, so gather your team and hunt Empress Zhou while you can!