Path of Exile PvP Update Next Month

Grinding Gear Games announces details on an upcoming version 1.3.0 patch coming to Path of Exile, which will bring new PvP content to their action/RPG. For some reason they are committing to a specific release date and time for the patch, saying it will come on December 12th at 8:00 pm EST. This page has all the details on the update, and here's an overview:
Content Update 1.3.0 will bring forth various new enhancements to Path of Exile, with a heavy focus on improving and accentuating Path of Exile's PvP elements. These additions and improvements include but are not limited to: new Torment and Bloodlines Challenge Leagues, a new PvP-focused Forsaken Master, competitive PvP tournaments with regular Seasons, PvP-only characters, new gems and Unique items, a massive update to the Passive Skill Tree, and much more.