Key Changes and Upcoming Updates

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Friends!

We're excited to share the key highlights of the upcoming January 13 update and beyond.
As always, a full breakdown of all changes will be in the patch notes.

Simplified Gameplay and Starting Conditions

• New Rhythms in the Adventure Guide: Third-class rhythms with reduced efficiency (Clarity and Dominance, without Purify, etc.).
• Updated Starting Equipment: C-grade available from level 1. B-grade is the reward for missions and achievements and is available to wear from level 1.
• New Missions and Rewards: Missions for level progression, daily tasks, and subclass achievements. Increased Academy rewards.

These changes will ease the start and allow players to level up new characters faster. Reaching the third profession can now take less than half a day.

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A-Grade in Luxury Shop and Store Updates

• A-Grade Equipment: A-grade gear and weapons, including top-tier items, will become available in Luxury Shop for Adena, A-grade and B-grade crystals.
• Transition to new Stages: The server is gradually shifting to S-grade and Dynasty. A-grade stays in the past like B-grade and Karmian Gloves once did.
• A-Grade Starter Sets: Gear from these Sets will be great for levelling subclasses or new characters but unsuitable for endgame (can't be enhanced for PvP or Rared).
• Store Updates: New consumables, including S-grade shots.

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Introduction of a Pass for Twins Bosses

• A new pass will allow instance resets, enabling players to re-enter the Twins instance.
• This feature is optional but can serve as an economic opportunity for weaker groups or a way to earn in random parties.
• Rewards are now personal — no one can take your loot.
• The increased supply of books on the Market will reduce their price.

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Spot Updates Starting January 13

• Epidos in HB: A new boss with valuable loot and Dynasty exchanger.
• Farming Dynasty: Equipment will drop from Fairies, Centaurs and custom bosses.

It's time to craft Dynasty! Are you working toward Caravan Trust Level 3? It is the perfect time to start!

• Giant’s Cave:

  • Dynasty weapons (but not armor).
  • Custom bosses with valuable loot and SA levelling.
  • Upper spots are perfect for solo players and small groups, and lower spots are fit for full parties.

• Crypts Updates:

  • High-efficiency farming with full Dynasty drop.
  • Additional rewards, including attributes and Life Stones.

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Cross-server Market

• The Market will unify the Water and Fire realms, allowing players to buy items from each other.
• The Market is anonymous. Advertising lots or making private deals is strictly prohibited.

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Plans Beyond January 13

Preparation for a seasonal server merge in the second half of January.

The merge will unlock new opportunities:

• Increased player activity and easier group searches, supported by the introduction of Mid-Company.
• A new stage of growth for clans and the political map.
• A unified market boosts supply and demand.

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Gear Progression

• The S-grade and Dynasty phase will last longer than in previous seasons.
• Moirai and Vesper will become available simultaneously to give players time to prepare for the transition to S80 and S84 gear.

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All these changes set the foundation for development over the next month. Use this information to plan your strategies, and stay tuned for future patch notes!