Masthead Studios today announced that it has signed a licensing agreement with Interactive Data Visualization (IDV) to use SpeedTree for the design of their post-apocalyptic MMO Earthrise to enhance development in environmental flora. Slated to release in 2009, Earthrise will allow you to fight with advanced PvP mechanics featuring customizable power armor, huge mechanized exoskeletons, and an arsenal of weapons to control contested lands and their resources. You will influence the market-based economy by working for the corporate world or trading on the black market, all based in immense and highly customized crafting and offline play systems.