What changed in ArcheBlade™ in 2014

182 updates · 10 main milestones · Jan 8, 2014 to May 27, 2014

  1. 2 events
    Fix for Gear Reset Issuebug fix

    Patch to resolve the issue that resets your gears when logging out and back in.

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    Fix for Gear Reset Issuebug fix

    Patch to resolve the issue that resets your gears when you log out and log back in.

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  2. 14 events
    Removed stats from all gearsbalance change

    Stats removed from Weapons, Armor, Accessories.

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    Changed Starter Pack to All Access Packnew content

    Current DLC 'Starter Pack' is changed to 'All Access' pack which unlocks all content available.

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    Indiegogo Contributor Compensationother

    Indiegogo contributors will receive image assets and an MP3 file of the title music due to previous issues.

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    Unlocked All Content for DLC Ownersnew contentMilestone

    Unlocked all content for the players who own any DLC (Early Access Basic/Premium/Starter Pack).

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    Indiegogo contributor compensationother

    Indiegogo contributors will receive image assets and an MP3 file as compensation for issues with exclusive skins.

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    Compensation for Players Spending Over $20other

    Players who spent more than $20 will receive additional keys based on their total spending.

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    Unlocked all content for DLC ownersnew contentMilestone

    All content unlocked for players who own any DLC (Early Access Basic/Premium/Starter Pack).

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    All items now have Meceta pricebalance change
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    Removed Stats from All Gearschanges

    Removed stats from all gears (Weapons, Armor, Accessories).

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    Meceta Price for All Itemsbalance change

    All items now have Meceta price.

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    Adjusted Player Number Requirementgameplay

    The player number requirement for each team is adjusted to 1.

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    Changed Starter Pack to All Access packnew content

    Current DLC 'Starter Pack' is changed to 'All Access' pack which unlocks all content available.

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    Compensation for players who spent over $20other

    Players who spent more than $20 will receive additional keys based on their total spending.

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    Adjusted player number requirement for teamsbalance change

    The player number requirement for each team is adjusted to 1.

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  3. 6 events
    Equalize Item Tiersbalance change

    Items currently divided into two tiers will now have the same tier stats.

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    Meceta Purchasable Itemsgameplay

    All items will be purchasable with Meceta (including Costumes), while keeping their GEM prices.

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    Equalize Item Tiersbalance change

    Items are currently divided into two tiers. We will make them equal so that they all have same tier stats.

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    Meceta Purchasable Itemsgameplay

    All items, including costumes, will be purchasable with Meceta while maintaining GEM prices.

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    Cosmetic-Only Accessoriesbalance change

    We will take away stats from 'Accessories' making them cosmetic-only.

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    Cosmetic-Only Accessoriesbalance change

    Stats will be removed from Accessories, making them cosmetic-only.

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  4. 7 events
    Game Operations on HoldotherMilestone

    The game’s whole operation is put on hold, including downsizing of staff and no more updates or customer support.

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    Removal of GEMs from ShopshopMilestone

    GEMs will no longer be purchasable on the Shop.

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    Game Operation on HoldotherMilestone

    The game’s whole operation is on hold, and customer support will cease.

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    Removal of Booster Items from ShopshopMilestone

    Booster items will no longer be purchasable on the Shop.

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    Removal of Booster Items from Shopshop

    Booster items will no longer be purchasable on the Shop.

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    Removal of GEMs from Shopshop

    GEMs will no longer be purchasable on the Shop.

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    Closure of Codebrush Hosted ServersotherMilestone

    Servers hosted by Codebrush will close, but users can still host servers.

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  5. 6 events
    Fixed connection error 100/111bug fix

    Resolved the issue of being unable to connect to the game.

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    Random Item Giveaway Winners Announcedother

    Nine winners of the random item giveaway have been selected, with one receiving a special gift.

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    Server instability on Steamnetwork

    Servers on Steam side may still be unstable, causing potential connection issues.

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    Steam Server Instability Warningnetwork

    Noted ongoing instability on Steam servers that may still cause connection errors.

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    Fixed Connection Issue (Error 100/111)bug fix

    Resolved the issue preventing players from connecting to the game.

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    Random item giveaway winners announcedother

    Nine winners of the random item giveaway have been selected, with one receiving a special gift.

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  6. 24 events
    New armor items added for charactersnew content

    Added new armor items for Dic, Elrath, Gaspar, Danmei, Tiac, Cezanne, Sewon, and Ridika.

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    Fixed incorrect purchase messagebug fix

    Fixed the bug that showed an incorrect message when an item or cash item was purchased.

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    Server browser remembers last filterui ux

    The server browser now remembers your last filter info.

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    Fixed black background issue in trainingbug fix

    Fixed the bug that left a black background image after the help popup displayed in training.

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    Adjusted match start conditionsgameplay

    Match start conditions have been adjusted for more balanced matches.

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    Adjusted match start conditionsgameplay

    Match start conditions have been adjusted for more balanced matches.

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    Fixed incorrect purchase messagebug fix

    Fixed the bug that showed an incorrect message when an item or a cash item was purchased.

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    Server list sorting improvedui ux

    The list of servers is now sorted instead of refreshing when filtering.

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    Meceta item prices adjustedbalance change

    Adjusted the meceta price for the meceta items according to stat changes.

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    Fixed Renny knock-up issuebug fix

    Fixed the bug that didn’t knock up Renny when she was in Indiegogo costume.

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    Meceta item prices adjustedbalance change

    Adjusted the meceta price for the meceta items according to stat changes.

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    New armor items added for charactersnew content

    New armor items added for Dic, Elrath, Gaspar, Danmei, Tiac, Cezanne, Sewon, and Ridika.

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    Adjusted item stats balancebalance change

    Adjusted the balance of each item’s stats to address effectiveness.

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    High-tier Meceta items stats adjustedbalance change

    High-tier Meceta items now give the same effects as high-tier Gem items.

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    Shop filter persists across tabsui ux

    The filter in the Shop remains when you change the tab.

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    Server browser remembers last filterui ux

    The server browser now remembers your last filter info (Active/Public/Available Room).

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    High-tier Meceta items stats adjustedbalance change

    High-tier Meceta items now give the same effects as high-tier Gem items.

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    Sorted server list after filteringui ux

    The list of servers is now sorted instead of refreshing when filtering.

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    Fixed Active Room filter issuebug fix

    Fixed Active Room filter not functioning in the server browser.

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    Fixed Renny knock-up issuebug fix

    Fixed the bug that didn’t knock up Renny when she was in Indiegogo costume.

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    Fixed black background issue in trainingbug fix

    Fixed the bug that left a black background image after the help popup displayed in training.

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    Shop filter retains when changing tabsui ux

    The filter in the Shop remains when you change the tab.

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    Adjusted item stats balancebalance change

    Adjusted the balance of each item’s stats to improve effectiveness.

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    Fixed Active Room filter issuebug fix

    Fixed Active Room filter not functioning in the server browser.

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  7. 10 events
    Fixed player count display in server browserbug fix

    Corrected the bug that showed wrong number of players playing in a match in the server browser.

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    Fixed player count display in server browserbug fix

    Resolved the bug that showed wrong number of players playing in a match in the server browser.

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    Added AI bot help pop-up in Trainingui ux

    Introduced a pop-up help about the AI bots in Training mode.

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    Adjusted match conditionsgameplay

    Modified the conditions for a match to improve gameplay.

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    Adjusted match conditionsgameplay

    Modified the conditions for a match.

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    Elrath's 'Claws' weapon charge time improvedbalance change

    Elrath's weapon, 'Claws', now gives quicker full charge.

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    Added AI bot help pop-up in Trainingui ux

    Introduced a pop-up help about the AI bots in Training.

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    Elrath's Claws weapon charge time improvedbalance change

    Elrath's weapon, 'Claws' now gives quicker full charge.

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    Pre-adjustments for future patcheschanges

    Other pre-adjustments made in preparation for later patches.

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    Pre-adjustments for future patcheschanges

    Other pre-adjustments for later patches.

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  8. 12 events
    Consumable Items Cool-down Timebalance change

    Consumable items now have cool-down time instead of limiting the number of usage per match.

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    Indiegogo Exclusive Skin Addednew content

    An exclusive skin for Indiegogo contributors has been added.

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    Improved Help Menuui ux

    The help menu has been improved; press H to check in a match or in Training.

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    Improved Help Menuui ux

    Improved the help menu. (press H to check in a match or in Training.)

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    Consumable Items Cool-down Timebalance change

    Consumable items now have cool-down time instead of limiting the number of usage per match.

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    Adjusted XP and Meceta Rewardsbalance change

    The amount of XP and Meceta given after a match has been adjusted.

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    Meceta Reward on Rank Upgameplay

    When a player ranks up, a certain amount of Meceta is given.

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    Indiegogo Exclusive Skin Addednew content

    Indiegogo exclusive skin now available for contributors.

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    Various Known Bugs Fixedbug fix

    Fixed various known bugs.

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    Various Known Bugs Fixedbug fix

    Fixed various known bugs.

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    Meceta Reward for Ranking Upgameplay

    Players receive a certain amount of Meceta when they rank up.

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    Adjusted XP and Meceta Rewardsbalance change

    The amount of XP and Meceta given after a match has been adjusted.

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  9. 2 events
    Starter Pack DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    Introducing the new Starter Pack DLC, priced at US$19.99, includes Valle, Dragon Wings, and more.

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    Starter Pack DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    Introducing the new Starter Pack DLC, priced at US$19.99, includes Valle, Dragon Wings, and more.

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  10. 2 events
    Introduction of Training Partners ALPHA & BETAnew content

    New training partners introduced for revamped training mode.

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    Introduction of ALPHA & BETA Training Partnersnew content

    New training partners ALPHA and BETA introduced for revamped training.

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  11. 10 events
    Character Customization in Gear Upnew content

    Players can now customize their character in Gear Up.

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    New Shop Featuresshop

    Items can be purchased at the Shop and equipped in Gear Up to upgrade characters.

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    GEM Purchase Optionsshop

    GEMs can be purchased with real cash through Steam.

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    Item Purchase Optionsshop

    Items can be purchased with either Meceta or GEM depending on the item.

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    New Shop Functionalityshop

    Items can be purchased at the Shop and equipped in Gear Up to upgrade characters.

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    Character Customization in Gear Upnew content

    Players can now customize their character in Gear Up.

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    Introduction of GEM Currencynew content

    A new in-game currency called GEM has been added.

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    Introduction of GEM Currencynew content

    A new in-game currency, GEM, has been added.

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    Dual Currency Systemshop

    Items can be purchased using either Meceta or GEM, depending on the item.

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    GEM Purchase Optionsshop

    GEMs can be purchased with real cash through Steam.

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  12. 23 events
    Two consecutive JL no longer allowed for any characterbalance change
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    Tiac's LLRR + Alt no longer has guardbreaker effectbalance change
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    Renny Flame's JR + Alt Stun Duration Increasebalance change

    JR + Alt now leaves an enemy stunned longer, and pushes back an enemy more.

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    Tiac's R + Alt Range and Pushback Increasebalance change

    R + Alt now hits bigger range, and pushes back enemy.

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    Renny Flame's R Skill Knock-up Effect Removalbalance change

    Removed knock-up effect from R.

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    Renny's Rage Skill changed to 'Renny's Rally'balance change

    It gives RP buff to allies which lasts for a certain time.

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    Renny's R skill no longer has knock-up effectbalance change
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    Tiac's LLRR + Alt Guardbreaker Effect Removedbalance change

    LLRR + Alt now doesn't have guardbreaker effect.

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    Tiac's LLR + Alt now has guardbreaker effectbalance change
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    Cezanne's Rage Skill Name Changebalance change

    Rage Skill 'Alter Of Cage' has been changed to 'Nether Prison'.

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    Cezanne's R Skill Remakenew content

    R summons a puppet that stalks and damages an enemy. R + Alt summons a more powerful puppet.

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    Cezanne's Rage Skill changed to 'Nether Prison'balance change

    His RP skill 'Nether Prison' is no longer destroyed by hits but it disappears after 5 seconds.

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    Tiac's R + Alt hits bigger range and pushes back enemybalance change
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    Renny's RR + Alt now fires two fire tornadoesbalance change

    The tornadoes go in opposite directions from each other.

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    Restriction on Consecutive JL Movesbalance change

    Two consecutive JL is no longer allowed for any character.

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    Renny Flame's RR + Alt Fire Tornadoesbalance change

    RR + Alt now fires two fire tornadoes that go the opposite direction from each other.

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    Renny's LRR ending R activated only on successful knock-upbalance change
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    Tiac's LLR + Alt Guardbreaker Effectbalance change

    LLR + Alt now has guardbreaker effect.

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    Cezanne's Nether Prison Skill Changesbalance change

    His RP skill 'Nether Prison' is no longer destroyed by hits but it disappears after 5 seconds.

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    Renny's JR + Alt leaves enemy stunned longerbalance change

    Also pushes back an enemy more.

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    Renny Flame's Rage Skill Name Changebalance change

    Rage Skill 'PayBack Field' has been changed to 'Renny's Rally'.

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    Renny Flame's LRR Ending R Activation Conditionbalance change

    In LRR, the ending R is only activated when the first LR (Knock-up) is successful.

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    Cezanne's R skill remade to summon a puppetnew contentMilestone

    R summons a puppet that stalks and damages an enemy. R + Alt summons a more powerful puppet.

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  13. 15 events
    Renoah New Melee Combonew content

    Added new LL melee combo when Renoah runs out of bullets.

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    Graphics Quality Improvementgraphics

    Improved overall graphics quality including characters' appearance and added more anti-aliasing options.

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    Renoah Aim Direction Fixbug fix

    Fixed the direction of her aim to sync with her target in sniping mode.

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    Elika Guardbreaker Effectbalance change

    LLR + Alt now has guardbreaker effect while removing debuff effect.

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    Player Rank Maximum Adjustedbalance change

    Player's maximum rank adjusted to 100, with rank adjustments based on current XP at official launch.

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    Improved Graphics Qualityvisuals

    Overall graphics quality improved, including characters' appearance.

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    Elika Moveset Updatebalance change

    LLR + Alt now has guardbreaker effect while removing debuff effect.

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    Elrath Moveset Changesbalance change

    R + Alt and JR + Alt give immediate full charge; LLL combo split into LLL & LLLR.

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    Sewon Moveset Changesbalance change

    R + Alt gives immediate full charge. JR delivers one hit with reduced stunned time. Super armor mode added for +Alt attacks. Rage Skill renamed to 'Cycle of Death and Rebirth' with adjusted HP exchange.

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    Renoah Aim Direction Fixedbug fix

    Fixed the direction of her aim to sync with her target in sniping mode.

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    Elrath Moveset Adjustmentsbalance change

    R + Alt and JR + Alt now give immediate full charge. LLL combo split into LLL & LLLR.

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    New Melee Combo for Renoahnew content

    Added new LL melee combo for Renoah when she runs out of bullets.

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    Sewon Moveset Adjustmentsbalance change

    R + Alt gives immediate full charge; JR delivers one hit; reduced stunned time; super armor mode during +Alt attacks; Rage Skill renamed and adjusted.

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    Added Anti-Aliasing Optionsquality of life

    More options for anti-aliasing added.

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    Player Rank Adjustmentquality of life

    Player's maximum rank adjusted to 100, with rank adjustments based on current XP at official launch.

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  14. 27 events
    Power Attacks Consume SPbalance change

    Power Attacks (+Alt) now consume SP instead of RP.

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    Fixed Hit Calculationsbalance change

    Various values multiplied by ten to correct wrong calculations for hits.

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    Block Mechanics Updatebalance change

    A successful block does not consume SP anymore.

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    Ward Mechanics Adjustedbalance change

    Multiple wards in one spot do not reiterate; ward's HP increased to 2,500.

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    Power Attack Activation with RRgameplay

    RR + Alt activates power attack in super armor mode.

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    Shooting Arrows While Walkinggameplay

    Characters can now shoot arrows while walking.

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    Ward RP Consumption Increasedbalance change

    Increased RP consumption to two bars while increasing AP giveaway to allies to 25AP/0.5second.

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    Super Armor Mode Visual Changevisuals

    Characters in super armor mode now turn gold-colored.

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    Power Attack Activation in Super Armorgameplay

    R + Alt activates power attack in super armor mode.

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    Shooting Arrows While Walkinggameplay

    Characters can now shoot arrows while walking.

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    LLR Moveset Changesgameplay

    LLR rolls backwards and fires a bullet; LLR + Alt pushes enemy away.

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    Ward Installation Limitgameplay

    One player can install up to three wards; exceeding this destroys the first ward.

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    Adjusted RP Gainbalance change

    Characters on the receiving end of attacks gain more RP than before.

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    Power Attack Activation with RRgameplay

    RR + Alt activates power attack in super armor mode.

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    Power Attacks SP Consumptionbalance change

    Power Attacks now consume SP instead of RP.

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    Ward RP Consumption and AP Giveawaybalance change

    Increased RP consumption to two bars and AP giveaway to allies to 25AP/0.5second.

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    Ward Overlap Mechanicsgameplay

    Multiple wards in one spot do not reiterate.

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    Power Attack Activation in Super Armorgameplay

    R + Alt activates power attack in super armor mode.

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    Ward Installation Limitgameplay

    One player can install up to three wards; exceeding this destroys the first ward installed.

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    Super Armor Mode Indicatorvisuals

    Characters with super armor mode now turn gold-colored.

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    LLR Moveset Changesgameplay

    LLR rolls backwards and fires bullet; LLR + Alt pushes enemy away.

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    Adjusted RP Gainbalance change

    Characters receiving attacks gain more RP than before.

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    Fixed Hit Calculationsbalance change

    Various values multiplied by ten to correct hit calculations.

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    Ward HP Increasebalance change

    Ward's HP increased to 2,500.

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    Block Mechanics Updatedbalance change

    A successful block does not consume SP anymore.

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    Speed Boost Mechanicgameplay

    Directional key + R + Alt boosts speed for a split second.

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    Speed Boost Mechanicgameplay

    Directional key + R + Alt boosts speed for a split second.

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  15. 14 events
    Adjusted movement speed for all charactersbalance change
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    Valle moveset changesnew content

    LLR + Alt now has knock-up effect, JR no longer knocks-up.

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    Adjusted first strike judgment for all charactersbalance change

    Made it easier to hit with first strikes.

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    Dan Mei moveset changesnew content

    LRR+Alt removed, JR + Alt now has knock-up effect, body turns gold in Super Armor mode.

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    Adjusted combat abilities for all charactersbalance change

    Changes include damage, range, guard range, end frame, etc. for better balance.

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    Dan Mei moveset changesnew content

    LRR+Alt removed, JR + Alt now has knock-up effect, body turns gold in Super Armor mode.

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    Valle moveset changesnew content

    LLR + Alt now has knock-up effect, JR doesn’t knock-up anymore while JR + Alt remains.

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    Adjusted movement speed for all charactersbalance change
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    Adjusted combat abilities for all charactersbalance change

    Changes include damage, range, guard range, end frame, etc. for better balance.

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    Increased player’s field of viewbalance change
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    Adjusted first strike judgment for all charactersbalance change

    Made it easier to hit for all characters.

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    Gaspar moveset changesnew content

    Animation for LLR changed, R + Alt shoots all bullets at once, limited to 5 mines per life.

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    Gaspar moveset changesnew content

    Animation for LLR changed, R + Alt shoots all bullets at once, limited to 5 mines per life.

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    Increased player’s field of viewbalance change
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  16. 2 events
    Play with Friends Eventseasonal event

    Record a video playing ArcheBlade with friends to earn 3,300 Meceta.

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    Play with Friends Eventseasonal event

    Players can earn 3,300 Meceta by recording and sharing gameplay videos with friends.

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  17. 4 events
    API Server Restorednetwork

    The API server is back online after experiencing downtime due to errors 100 and 111.

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    Future Server Stability Improvementsnetwork

    Anticipated reduction in server downtime as the server provider will be switched soon.

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    API Server Back Onlinenetwork

    The API server is back online after experiencing downtime due to errors 100 and 111.

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    Future Server Downtime Mitigationnetwork

    The team expects reduced server downtime in the future due to a planned switch in server provider.

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  18. 2 events
    Fixed server issues affecting player visibilitybug fix

    Resolved issues that prevented users from viewing other players in the character selection screen and from playing the game.

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    Fixed server issues affecting player visibilitybug fix

    Resolved issues that prevented users from viewing other players in the character selection screen and from playing the game.

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