ok so here is a link with an article about the update looks like a new fractal will be also added as well as a wierd shield for leggie http://massivelyop.com/2016/11/15/guild-wars-2s-next-episode-a-crack-in-the-ice-drops-november-21/
shield look funny but not particullary epic or legendary like flameseeker def tho some lvl up in tearms of technology as the water in it abjusts to much the balance of the shield in your hands !!!