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The game will be removed from app store listings.
app store listingSales for items purchased with the paid currency 'Iron Bank Marks' will be closed.
items purchased with paid currency 'iron bank marks'In-App Purchase sales will be terminated.
in-app purchase saleIron Bank Coins can be exchanged for Dragon Gold Coins using newly added exchange items in the Shop.
exchangePlayers will receive 30 RP and 5 Draught/Concoction Random Boxes as maintenance rewards.
maintenance rewardThe in-game shop will be revamped.
shopIn-game purchases will be unavailable starting from the Sep 18 maintenance.
in-game purchaseThe game will undergo server maintenance on September 17th from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM PT.
server maintenanceThe Web Shop operation will be closed.
web shop operationCertain shop services will be unavailable starting from the Sep 18 maintenance.
shop serviceSupport for in-app payments will be discontinued.
in-app payment supportNew downloads of the game will be discontinued.
new downloadA feature will be added to exchange held Iron Bank Marks for Golden Dragons.
exchange feature
Major growth resources like equipment, Artifact, and Jewelry in the Global Content Alignment Version are now obtainable through gameplay. Major growth resources can be sufficiently obtained through gameplay alone in the Global Content alignment Version.
growth resourceNew multiplayer features, such as Elite Hideout and Requisition Tokens, have been added to the Global Content Alignment Version.
multiplayer featureAll future updates and events will be provided to all regions at the same time in the Global Content alignment Version. Diverse and enhanced content, including the Dual Weapon System, Elite Hideout, Honor Points, and Exchange Post, will be available in the Global Content alignment Version. Past Asia server rewards and products will not be available again through the Global Content Alignment due to policy differences and exclusivity.
contentNew content updates will only be provided to the Western Server going forward. New updates, content, and events will no longer be provided for the Western Server.
content updateThe visual quality of character models, environments, visual effects, cutscenes, and other artistic elements have been enhanced in the Global Content Alignment Version. The visual quality of character models, environments, and visual effects has been enhanced in the Global Content alignment Version.
visual qualityThe in-game purchase system in the Global Content Alignment Version has been restructured, removing probability-based draws and focusing on a Membership and Battle Pass system. Probability-based draw mechanics have been removed and replaced with a Membership and Pass-focused system in the Global Content alignment Version.
in-game purchase systemProduct prices in the Democratic Republic of Congo will be adjusted across all marketplaces starting September 15th. Product prices in Morocco will be adjusted on the Apple marketplace starting September 15th. Product prices in Bolivia will be adjusted on the Google marketplace starting September 15th. Product prices in Argentina will be adjusted starting September 15th. Product prices in Azerbaijan will be adjusted starting September 15th. Product prices in Uzbekistan will be adjusted starting September 15th. Product prices in Ethiopia will be adjusted starting September 15th.
shop priceAlliance information will not be preserved during the Global Content Alignment. Players will need to create or join a new Alliance after the Global Content Alignment.
alliance informationA new Dual Weapon System is added to the Global Content Alignment Version, allowing players to switch weapons during combat.
dual weapon systemA Chapter Jump Ticket will be provided to players starting in the Global Content Alignment Version, allowing them to select and jump to a chosen Chapter, unlocking corresponding content automatically.
chapter jump ticketPlayers transitioning to the Global Content Alignment Version will begin with a new account as previous characters and data will not carry over.
accountProduct sales on the Western Server will end on September 18 (Fri).
product saleThe in-game economy in the Global Content Alignment Version is restructured to allow players to earn Golden Dragons via gameplay and the Exchange Post.
in-game economyThe RP system in the Global Content Alignment Version is updated so that RP can be recharged using Summerspice Wine, which can be crafted through gameplay.
rp systemMembership and Battle Pass are core parts of the Global Content Alignment Version, designed to provide a rewarding gameplay experience with enhanced rewards and benefits.
membership and battle passProgression rewards based on 'Momentum' (overall character growth) on the Western Server will be provided for use in the Global Content Alignment Version.
progression rewardPlayers with an existing Asia Server account can choose to continue playing on their Asia Server account or select the Global Content alignment Version to receive rewards and start anew.
account linkingThe Westerlands, including the 'Golden Tooth,' will be expanded in the Global Content Alignment Version with a brand-new main quest.
westerlandNew content, growth resources, and play goals fitted to the season's progression are being prepared for the Global Content Alignment Version.
new contentPurchase history rewards will be calculated based on total cumulative purchases on the Western Server and provided in a unique currency, converted at a rate of 1 USD = 1 Kingsroad Token. Existing Iron Bank Marks and Golden Dragons will remain intact on the Western Server, but Iron Bank Mark products will no longer be available for purchase. Iron Bank Marks can be exchanged for Golden Dragons to buy items on the Western Server.
currencyRanking server information from the existing Western server will not be maintained after the Global Content Alignment. Players will be placed into a new ranking server based on the time they first connect to the game after the Global Content Alignment launch.
ranking serverA new Global Content alignment Version will be released, allowing players to enjoy new content. Players from the Western Server will compete on a separate server from Asia Server players in the new Global Content alignment Version.
serverMomentum hurdles that blocked main quest progression have been removed in the Global Content alignment Version. Combat and growth systems have been rebalanced in the Global Content alignment Version for a more natural gameplay flow.
game systemThe Asia Version has substantial changes in growth, combat, content, in-game purchase options, cutscenes, and QoL features compared to the Western Server.; Pre-registration for the Global Content Alignment Version will open on September 22 (Tue) and be available until October 13 (Tue). Pre-registration and Reward Lookup website will open on September 22 (Tue) and close on October 13 (Tue).; The Global Content Alignment Version is scheduled to launch on October 14 (Wed). Global Content alignment will occur on October 14 (Wed).; Maintenance will be performed to ensure server stability.; Game access will be restricted during the server stabilization work. Access to the game will be restricted during server maintenance.; Some changes may occur in quest progress, so it is recommended to log out in a safe location before maintenance begins. Quest progress may be affected by the maintenance, and players are advised to log out in a safe location beforehand.; The maintenance schedule may be subject to change depending on progress. The maintenance schedule is subject to change and any updates will be announced.; The claim period for maintenance rewards is from post-maintenance on September 17th until September 18th at 7:30 PM PT.
generalPlayers on the Western Server can choose to remain on the existing server with no future content updates or move to the improved Global Content Alignment Version.
gameplay environmentThe UI/UX in the Global Content Alignment Version has been adjusted to improve accessibility to key menus and content. Quality of Life and UI/UX improvements, including navigation, skip functions, and shortcut keys, have been expanded in the Global Content alignment Version.
ui/uxThe game structure and balance are being reviewed and improved in a new version.
game structure and balanceA reward lookup feature for the Global Content Alignment Version will be available on the website from September 22 (Tue) until December 31, 2026 (Thu).
reward lookup featurePlayers wishing to play the Global Content Alignment Version will need to create a new character, as previous data will not transfer. Players must create a new character to play on the Global Content alignment Version starting October 14 (UTC). Existing equipment, currency, and items from the Western Server will not transfer to the Global Content alignment Version. Gameplay history, including main quest/subquest and exploration content progression, character level, world level, and achievements, will be preserved on the Western Server as much as possible.
characterThe Exchange Post system is introduced in the Global Content Alignment Version to help players obtain growth materials more efficiently.
exchange post systemA dedicated reward program will be provided for players transitioning to the Global Content Alignment Version, based on achieved Momentum and accumulated purchase history on the Western Server. Rewards for the Global Content Alignment Version will be provided in two ways: Growth Elements per character (as items) and Growth Elements per Account (as 'Inheritance token'). A separate reward system based on cumulative purchase history on the Western Server will be prepared for the Global Content Alignment Version. Progression rewards based on 'Momentum' achieved on the Western Server will be provided for transitioning to the Global Content alignment Version. Players will receive rewards based on their accumulated growth and purchase history on the Western Server to help them transition to the Global Content alignment Version. Players will automatically receive Momentum rewards and total purchase history rewards when starting the Global Content alignment version, even without pre-registration. Rewards can be claimed from the mailbox after logging into the Global Content alignment Server with a previous Western account, and 'Inheritance tokens' can be used in a dedicated shop. Rewards are distributed automatically if the account is linked to a Netmarble Account. Rewards will be distributed automatically as long as the Global Content alignment Version is logged into using the same account used on the Western Server. If an account is already linked to a Netmarble Account on the Western Server, rewards can be received upon logging in with the same account on the Global Content alignment Version. Rewards may not be claimable if logging in with a different account or using a guest account from the Western Server. Momentum tiers for rewards range from Tier 1 (0 – 34,999) to Tier 7 (400,000 or higher). Final rewards will be calculated based on the maximum Momentum reached as of October 6, 12:00 (UTC+9), allowing for potential increases in reward tier even after the Reward Check page opens. Rewards can be claimed based on the single character who reached the highest Momentum on the account.
rewardThe Global Content Alignment Version includes various QoL improvements, such as expanded navigation, skip functions, and shortcut keys.
qol improvementSome gameplay content and cutscenes have been updated in the Global Content Alignment Version to include more mature depictions.
gameplay content and cutscene