What changed in Black Desert in 2023

151 updates · 27 main milestones · Jan 18, 2023 to Dec 28, 2023

  1. 1 event
    Login Rewards keep coming ★seasonal event

    Login rewards available until January 31, 2024.

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  2. 4 events
    Introduction of Scholar, the Alchemist Classnew contentMilestone

    A new character class, Scholar, specializing in Alchemy and gravity manipulation, has been introduced.

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    Awakening Weapon: Sledgehammernew contentMilestone

    Scholar's awakening weapon is the Sledgehammer, enhancing her alchemical abilities.

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    Scholar's Main and Sub-Weaponsnew contentMilestone

    Scholar wields Hammers and Gravity Cores as her main and sub-weapons.

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    Main Skills of Scholarnew contentMilestone

    Scholar has unique skills including Gravity Anchor, Attraction, Hammer Smash, One Giant Leap, Flow: Golden Thunder, and Home Run.

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  3. 2 events
    Scholar, the World Changing, Hammer Swinging Alchemist!seasonal event

    Participate in the event to receive various rewards.

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    Get Stronger with a Blackstar Weapon!seasonal event

    Reach Lv. 61 with your season character to receive a TET (IV) Blackstar weapon.

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  4. 1 event
    ♥ Coupons for the Calpheon Ball 2023 ♥seasonal event

    Daily Special & Special Pass available until May 5, 2024.

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    Login rewards for New Adventurers and Returning Adventurers!seasonal event

    Special login rewards available until March 6, 2024.

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  6. 4 events
    New Items Introduced: Ator's Shoes & Kabua's Artifactnew content

    New items including Ator's Shoes and Kabua's Artifact are now available.

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    New Monster Zone: Darkseeker's Retreatnew contentMilestone

    Explore the new monster zone, Darkseeker's Retreat, with various item drops and mechanics.

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    New Main Story: The Tale of Bareeds IIInew contentMilestone

    Continue the story of Bareeds III, the tragic prince of Mediah, in the new Ulukita update.

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    Ulukita Update Releasednew contentMilestone

    The new Ulukita update is now available, introducing new storylines and content.

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  7. 1 event
    Calpheon Ball Eventseasonal event

    Participate in the Calpheon Ball from Nov 16 to Dec 6, 2023, to earn Daring Calpheon Seals and Inspiring Calpheon Coins.

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  8. 3 events
    Path of the Life Enthusiast! Farming Eventnew content

    Farming EXP increased to 100% from Nov 15 to Nov 29, 2023.

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    Path of the Life Enthusiast! Cooking Eventnew content

    Log in to obtain the Supreme Cooking Utensil through challenges from Nov 15 to Nov 29, 2023.

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    Craft Your Own Peridot Forest Path Wagonnew content

    New crafting event for the Peridot Forest Path Wagon with improved features from Nov 15 to Nov 29, 2023.

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  9. 1 event
    Extra Atoraxxion Weekly Quest Rewardsnew content

    Extra rewards for Atoraxxion weekly quests from Nov 9 to Nov 22, 2023.

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  10. 4 events
    Path of the Life Enthusiast! Alchemy Eventnew content

    Obtain the Supreme Alchemy Tool through challenges from Nov 8 to Nov 22, 2023.

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    Alustin the Alchemist’s Hidden Alchemy Eventnew content

    Obtain Special Alchemy Tools by defeating monsters from Nov 8 to Nov 22, 2023.

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    What secrets have been whimsically Shai-ed away?new content

    Send a worker to Finto Farm to uncover hidden gifts from Nov 8 to Nov 22, 2023.

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    Mole-tiple Moles Eventnew content

    Moles will spawn during the event period from Nov 8 to Nov 22, 2023.

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  11. 1 event
    Path of the Life Enthusiast! Gathering Eventnew content

    50% Life EXP (excluding Trading) from Nov 1 to Nov 29, 2023.

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  12. 4 events
    Additional Login Reward on Weekendsseasonal event

    Players can collect a second login reward when playing for an hour on weekends during the event.

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    Daily Rewards for Halloween Eventseasonal event

    Daily rewards include various items such as Advice of Valks, Marni's Fuel Box, and more over 14 days.

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    Halloween Login Rewards Eventseasonal event

    Special login rewards available from Oct 19, 2023 to Nov 7, 2023.

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    Daily Special Pass Rewardsseasonal event

    Additional rewards available from Oct 18, 2023 to Dec 13, 2023 for players who purchase the Daily Special Pass.

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  13. 2 events
    Wonderland Outfit Releasenew content

    A new outfit themed around Wonderland featuring characters in striking suits and gowns.

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    Mushroom Spirits and Culinary Adventurenew content

    New content involving mushroom spirits and a culinary master named Weenie, leading to a new escapade.

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  14. 1 event
    Lath’rakan Outfit Releasenew content

    New outfit inspired by the blood heirs of valiant dragon knights, available for specific classes.

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  15. 10 events
    Evergreen Season Launchseasonal eventMilestone

    The Evergreen Season is now live, allowing players to start their adventure anytime on Season Servers.

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    Fughar's Special Gift Boxnew content

    All adventurers receive a special gift box containing helpful items.

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    Simplified Graduation Processgameplay

    Players can graduate whenever they want, converting Tuvala gear to normal gear.

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    New EXP Share Systemnew contentMilestone

    Tagged characters can now share Combat and Skill EXP when in the same town.

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    Graduation Giftnew content

    Players receive a Graduation gift of Advice of Valks (+150).

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    Increased Character Slotsbalance change

    Maximum character slots increased from 30 to 31.

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    Extra Season Character Ticketnew content

    Players receive an extra Season Character Ticket just by logging in.

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    New Challenges for Long-Time Playersnew content

    New challenges introduced for veteran players with various rewards.

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    Lovely Bloom Outfit Releasenew content

    New outfit available for all classes, themed around an eternal spring.

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    Hot Time Eventsgameplay

    Hot Time events provide 300% Combat EXP, 100% Skill EXP, and 30% Life EXP.

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  16. 9 events
    Copy your items and try a new classseasonal event

    Copy your item with only ONE Marni’s Unstable Fuel.

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    Login Rewards Continue in Augustseasonal event

    Login rewards available until September 13, 2023.

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    Plentiful Gathering and Life +50% Hot Timeseasonal event

    50% Life EXP Hot Time and gather to find Golden Insect Amber.

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    Abundant Supplies for Your Guildseasonal event

    Claim login rewards for your guild and complete special missions for supplies.

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    Into the Dark Rift with Abundant Rewardsseasonal event

    Defeat Dark Rift bosses to obtain the Box of the Dead and a chance for the Black Distortion Earring.

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    Great Time to Focus on Bossesseasonal event

    All field and world bosses will drop Old Moon Boss Seal during the event period.

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    100% Gains with the Goodbye Summer Sealseasonal event

    Obtain seals via defeating monsters, gathering, fishing, and challenges.

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    Autumn's Here! Daily Special & Passseasonal event

    Daily Special Pass available for additional rewards.

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    Boost before your graduationseasonal event

    Season Boost available every day through Challenge until graduation.

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  17. 7 events
    Enhanced EXP Rates for Season CharactersgameplayMilestone

    Combat EXP +300%, Skill EXP +100%, Life EXP +30% for Season Characters.

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    Introduction of Season Serversnew contentMilestone

    New Season Servers with increased EXP rates and exclusive gear.

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    New Leveling Up Objectivesgameplay

    New objectives for leveling up Season Characters with various rewards.

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    Season Duration and Graduation Flexibilitygameplay

    Players can graduate at their own pace during the season duration.

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    Season Pass Rewards Overviewnew content

    Details on the rewards available through the new Season Pass.

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    Season Character Creation Couponsnew content

    Coupons for creating Season Characters will be issued starting mid-Sept.

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    Season Graduation Rewardsgameplay

    Rewards for graduating from the season include enhancement items and EXP scrolls.

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  18. 1 event
    New Outfit: Selainenew content

    Introducing the Selaine outfit for Ranger, Corsair, Mystic, and Lahn classes.

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  19. 5 events
    Rabbit Liver Buff Mechanicsgameplay

    The Rabbit can hide the liver and gain a movement speed increase when successfully hiding it.

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    Rabbit Liver Scramble Gameplay Mechanicsgameplay

    Players can choose to be either the Rabbit or Turtles, with unique objectives for each role.

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    Rabbit Liver Scramble Eventseasonal event

    A new event where players can participate in a game of Rabbit Liver Scramble from Aug 16 to Aug 30, 2023.

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    Turtle Objectives in Rabbit Liver Scramblegameplay

    Turtles must attack the Rabbit to take the liver and deliver it to the Dragon King.

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    Weekly Quest Availabilityquality of life

    A new weekly quest related to the Rabbit Liver Scramble becomes available from Aug 17, 2023.

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  20. 4 events
    Selected Adventurers Announcement Dateseasonal event

    Selected participants for Adventurers' Oasis will be announced on August 17, 2023.

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    Adventurers' Oasis Application Periodseasonal event

    Application period for Adventurers' Oasis runs from August 4, 2023, to August 13, 2023.

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    Adventurers' Oasis Community Event Announcementseasonal event

    Join the Black Desert community at Adventurers' Oasis in Seattle on September 2, 2023, for socializing and fun activities.

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    Release of Orzeca's Rose Outfitnew content

    New outfit available for Witch, Maegu, Woosa, and Sorceress classes.

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  21. 7 events
    Arena of Solare Regular Season Schedulegameplay

    Regular season runs from July 19, 2023, to September 13, 2023.

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    Arena of Solare Event for Rewardsseasonal event

    Event running from July 20, 2023, to September 6, 2023, rewarding players for winning matches.

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    Exclusive Gear for Arena of Solaregameplay

    Players can use exclusive gear tailored for PvP in the Arena of Solare.

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    Introduction of Arena of Solare for 3 vs 3 PvP Matchesnew contentMilestone

    New PvP mode where players can battle in 3 vs 3 matches with equalized gear.

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    Rewards for Top 100 Adventurers in Arena of Solarenew content

    Top players will receive exclusive outfits and various rewards.

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    Improved Matching System in Arena of Solaregameplay

    Players will now be matched with others of similar prowess.

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    Increased Seals of Solare Rewardsgameplay

    Winning ranked matches now rewards players with 20 Seals of Solare.

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  22. 6 events
    Morning Light Exclusive Rewardsnew content

    Login rewards available from June 15 to June 28, 2023, including various items.

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    Land of the Morning Light Launchnew contentMilestone

    The new region, Land of the Morning Light, is now open for exploration.

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    Rare Pottery from Morning Lightnew content

    New collectible items available from June 7 to June 21, 2023, found while hunting or gathering.

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    New Daily Special with the Morning Lightnew content

    Daily Special Pass available from June 14 to July 26, 2023, with rewards until August 9, 2023.

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    New Abyssal Pocket Episode of the Magnusnew content

    Discover the new episode and set sail to the Land of the Morning Light from May 31 to June 28, 2023.

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    Gifts to Celebrate the Land of the Morning Light Launchseasonal event

    Players can obtain up to x4 Shimmering Blue Jade daily from June 15 to July 4, 2023.

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  23. 2 events
    50% Off Packages and Bundles for Land of the Morning Lightshop

    All packages and bundles are available at a 50% discount from June 15 to June 29, 2023.

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    Land of the Morning Light Expansion Releasedlc releaseMilestone

    The Land of the Morning Light expansion is now available globally.

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  24. 7 events
    Morning Light Traditional Winenew content

    New item that increases item drop rate for 1 hour upon use.

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    Exploration Support Selection Boxnew content

    New box allowing players to select various support items.

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    Introduction of Prankkebi Petnew contentMilestone

    New RARE pet, Prankkebi, introduced with special skills and item drop rate increase.

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    Dokkebi Emoji (Permanent)new content

    New permanent emoji included as a bonus item.

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    New Taebaek Outfit Boxnew content

    Taebaek Outfit Box included in the Land of the Morning Light Edition.

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    Land of the Morning Light Edition Saleshop

    The edition is on sale from May 25, 2023, to June 13, 2023.

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    Land of the Morning Light Edition Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The Land of the Morning Light Edition is now available for purchase.

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  25. 11 events
    Item Drop Rate Hot Timegameplay

    Item Drop Rate max 100% Hot Time from May 31 to June 14, 2023.

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    Login Rewards for Juneseasonal event

    Exclusive login rewards from June 1 to July 5, 2023.

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    New & Returning Adventurers Login Rewardsseasonal event

    Special login rewards for new and returning adventurers from June 1 to September 6, 2023.

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    Rare Enhancement Material Boxnew content

    Obtain Rare Enhancement Material Box from May 17 to June 7, 2023.

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    New Abyssal Pocket Episode of Magnusnew content

    Discover the new abyssal pocket episode of the Magnus, available from May 31 to June 28, 2023.

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    Summer Season Beginsseasonal eventMilestone

    Summer Season event from May 24 to July 26, 2023, with new challenges and rewards.

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    Woosa Awakening Questnew contentMilestone

    Complete the Woosa Awakening quest and summon the Black Spirit to gain Newfound Power.

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    Woosa's Newfound Power Rewardsnew contentMilestone

    Reach Lv. 56 with Woosa and complete 'Your Time to Shine' for rewards from May 24 to July 26, 2023.

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    Twitch Drops with Woosa Awakeningseasonal event

    Twitch Drops event from May 31 to June 7, 2023, featuring various rewards.

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    Coelacanth Fishing Eventnew content

    Fish Coelacanth in all servers and exchange them for rewards from May 24 to July 26, 2023.

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    Daily Login Rewardsseasonal event

    Daily login rewards from May 24 to July 7, 2023, including Blessing of Kamasylve and Value Pack.

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  26. 1 event
    New Outfit: Maiden of Wisteria for Lahn, Woosa, Maegu, Tamernew content

    A new outfit titled 'Maiden of Wisteria' has been introduced for the classes Lahn, Woosa, Maegu, and Tamer.

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  27. 1 event
    Ellie's Request Weekly Challengenew content

    Defeat 2,000 monsters weekly to obtain rewards.

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  28. 2 events
    Ellie's Special Shop IInew content

    New deals available at the Silver Shop during the event.

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    New Items in Ellie's Special Seal Exchangenew content

    New items added to Ellie's Special Seal exchange list.

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  29. 3 events
    New & Returning User Benefitsnew content

    Extra rewards for new players completing Jetina Daily quests.

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    Knowledge is Power Eventnew content

    Exchange Energy for a buff that increases knowledge gain.

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    Hot Time + Treasure Zone Eventseasonal event

    Increased item drop rate during Hot Time for treasure hunting.

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  30. 1 event
    Special Login Rewards for Springseasonal event

    Login during the Spring event to receive special rewards.

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  31. 1 event
    Gift for New and Returning Adventurersnew content

    Special items for new and returning players logging in.

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  32. 3 events
    Spring Daily Special Pass Launchseasonal event

    Daily Special Pass available for purchase with additional rewards for logging in daily.

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    Daily Special Rewards Periodseasonal event

    Daily Special rewards available from March 15, 2023 to May 10, 2023.

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    Daily Special Pass Sales Periodseasonal event

    Sales period for Daily Special Pass from March 15, 2023 to April 26, 2023.

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  33. 1 event
    Daily Special Carried on the Spring Breezeseasonal event

    Daily special rewards available during the Spring event.

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  34. 6 events
    24-Hour Hot-Time Buffsgameplay

    Players receive 24-hour Hot-Time buffs to accelerate character growth on season servers.

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    Combat EXP Boost on Season Serversgameplay

    Fishing on season servers grants Combat EXP, enhancing character progression.

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    Exclusive Fishing Benefitsnew content

    Special benefits for fishing content on season servers, including the ability to exchange exclusive fish for seasonal growth items.

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    Graduation Rewards for Season Charactersgameplay

    Players can earn rewards when graduating from season servers to regular servers.

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    Tuvala Gear for Season Charactersnew content

    Season characters can advance through the new season with exclusive Tuvala gear.

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    Introduction of Season Serversnew content

    Season servers are designed to help players with character growth and are accessible only during specific periods.

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  35. 4 events
    Spring Season Fishing Eventseasonal event

    Fishing in all servers during the Spring Season with rewards for catching the Coelacanth.

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    Spring Season Passseasonal event

    Complete the Spring Season Pass to grab all available rewards.

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    Spring Season Opensseasonal eventMilestone

    The Spring season for Black Desert opens on February 28, featuring special season servers focused on character growth.

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    Spring Season Level Up Rewardsseasonal event

    Receive bonus rewards as you reach specific level milestones during the Spring Season.

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  36. 8 events
    Vell's Heart and Concentrated Magic Drop Rate Increaseseasonal event

    Double the chance of obtaining Vell's Heart and Vell's Concentrated Magic from Vell Bundles.

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    Valentine's Day NPC Giftsseasonal event

    Give chocolate gifts to NPCs for special rewards and increased Amity.

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    Valentine's Adventure Log Rewardsseasonal event

    Complete the Valentine's Adventure Log for various rewards.

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    Valentine's Day Event: Daily Login Rewardsseasonal event

    Log in every day to receive ingredients for Chocolates Full O’ Love.

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    Hot Time Event for Combat and Skill EXPseasonal event

    Enjoy increased Combat, Skill, and Mount EXP during the Hot Time event.

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    Chocolate Basket Rewardsseasonal event

    Open the Chocolate Basket for a chance to receive various items.

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    Increased Treasure Item Locationsseasonal event

    More locations available for obtaining Treasure Items.

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    Sweet Gift Letter Rewardsseasonal event

    Receive a Sweet Gift Letter and open it for rewards.

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  37. 6 events
    Weekly Quest: Dongbaek’s Giftgameplay

    Defeat 1000 monsters once per week to earn 5 Dongbaek's Special Ticket Stubs.

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    Dongbaek's Prismatic Tickets Eventseasonal eventMilestone

    Participate in the event from February 1, 2023 to February 22, 2023 to earn rewards through challenges and ticket exchanges.

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    Prize Draw for Prismatic Celebratory TicketgameplayMilestone

    Completing the quest for the exchange enters players into a prize draw for various rewards over three weeks.

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    Exchange Dongbaek's Special Ticket Stubsgameplay

    Exchange 10 Dongbaek's Special Ticket Stubs for a Prismatic Celebratory Ticket at NPC Dongbaek in Velia.

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    Weekly Reward Announcementsgameplay

    Winners for the weekly rewards will be announced on February 10, 17, and 24, 2023.

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    Daily Challenges for Ticket Stubsgameplay

    Complete daily challenges from February 2, 2023 to February 21, 2023 to earn Dongbaek's Special Ticket Stubs.

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  38. 10 events
    The Stronger Maegu Gets, the More Rewards You Getnew content
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    The Power of the Fox Brings Twitch Dropsnew content
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    Celebrating the Imperial Delivery Improvementsquality of life
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    J’s Hammer of Loyalty and Extra Timepiece for Maegunew content
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    Twin Sister, Maegu Artwork Eventnew content
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    Rabbit Bundles and Bouncing Buffsnew content
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    Rare Treasures from the Distant Landsnew content
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    All Server Hot Time and Season Character Boostsnew content
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    Get your own Maegu Scroll and meet Maegunew content
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    Lost Fox Cubs appear in Black Desertnew content
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  39. 5 events
    Narchillan Gear Added to Winter Season Rewardsnew contentMilestone

    New Narchillan Gear (3 weapons & 4 defense gear) will be added to Winter season graduation rewards for players using Fughar’s Timepiece.

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    Introduction of Maegu, the Fox-summonernew contentMilestone

    Maegu, a master of the Jwado School, joins the Black Desert world with unique abilities and weapons.

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    Maegu's Key Skills Overviewnew contentMilestone

    Maegu features various skills including Tethered Souls, Foxspirit: Deceiver, Soul Tear, Ghost Bomb, and Bristling Sparks.

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    Maegu's Weapons: Fox Charm and Binyeo Knifenew contentMilestone

    Maegu utilizes the Fox Charm to lure enemies and the Binyeo Knife for fatal strikes.

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    Fughar’s Timepiece for Maegunew contentMilestone

    An additional 'Fughar’s Timepiece' will be available for players to try out Maegu on the Season Servers.

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