Server Types and RvR Rules in Dark Age of Camelot

Dark Age of Camelot separates its player base into three realms and runs its endgame player-versus-player combat under the banner of RvR (Realm vs. Realm). The official site groups this material under an "RvR & Server Types" page, and the practical differences between servers show up clearly in how bonuses and events are applied. The main distinction to understand: Ywain is the standard RvR server where the three realms fight each other, while Gaheris is a co-op server where realm conflict is removed and players from all realms group together against PvE content.

The Three Realms

The site's navigation lists "Three Realms" alongside "Classes & Races" and "RvR & Server Types," which reflects the core structure of the game: every character belongs to one of three realms, and on RvR servers those realms are in direct competition. This is the foundation that makes server choice matter — your realm determines who your allies and enemies are in RvR.

How the Servers Differ

The anniversary bonus announcement gives a concrete, current picture of how the two server types are treated differently:

The key takeaway is in the RP (realm point) bonuses. On Ywain, realm points come from RvR kills — you earn them by fighting players of the opposing realms. On Gaheris, the RP bonus is tied to capital cities rather than RvR kills, consistent with a server where cross-realm PvP is not the focus. If your goal is competitive realm warfare, Ywain is the server type built for it; if you prefer cooperative PvE across all realms, Gaheris is the alternative.

RvR Availability Can Change by Event

Server and PvP rules are not entirely static — event periods can open or close PvP access. The anniversary notes state that on Ywain, the Sigilbound Event closes on October 2nd, and PvP on Ellan Vannin will be disabled at the same time. On Gaheris, the Sigilbound Event closes on October 5th, with the Sigil Merchant remaining in the relic towns for one week afterward so players can spend remaining Shattered Sigils.

This matters for planning: a zone or event that offers PvP right now may not after the event ends, so check the Herald before committing time to an event-specific activity.

Where to Get the Full Rules

The site's own "RvR & Server Types" page is the authoritative reference for the complete ruleset, including the specifics of how each server handles realm conflict. The Herald is where time-limited changes — event start and end dates, bonus periods, and PvP toggles — are announced, so it is worth checking before you choose a server or plan around an event.