What changed in FOR HONOR™ in 2019

122 updates · 16 main milestones · Jan 11, 2019 to Dec 19, 2019

  1. 8 events
    Limited-Time Game Mode: The Emperor’s Escapegameplay

    From December 19th to January 2nd, help the Emperor escape Qiang Pass in a 4 player co-op against A.I.

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    Upcoming Tournaments Announcementnew content

    Details on the Arena 4v4 Dominion Tournament Series and Warriors Guild Seasons Beatings.

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    Community Ordersseasonal event

    From December 19th to January 2nd, compete for Steel rewards based on executions performed.

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    New Weapons Available in The Zhanhu’s Gambitnew content

    A variety of themed weapons available for loot during the event.

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    The Zhanhu’s Gambit Eventseasonal event

    From December 19th to January 2nd, earn exclusive rewards by playing this Season’s Event Game Mode!

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    Arcade Weekly Quest: The Falloutgameplay

    From December 19th to December 26th, retrieve the experimental weapon which altered the Blackstones.

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    Limited-Time Emote: Zhanhu’s Firenew content

    Available to all heroes until January 2nd!

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    Cosmetics for The Zhanhu’s Gambitnew content

    New cosmetics including Gao Lei’s Ultimate, Keepsake, and Warrior Outfit.

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  2. 5 events
    New Competitive Program for Year 4new content

    An all-access competitive program set to launch, expanding support for the tournament scene.

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    New Armors Coming in Year 4new content

    Announcement of new armors to be introduced during the year.

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    Introduction of Testing Grounds for Balancingbalance change

    A tool to help improve hero and game mode balancing, focusing on character viability.

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    Two New Heroes Announced for Year 4new contentMilestone

    One Hero will be released during Year 4, Season 2, and the other during Year 4, Season 4.

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    Introduction of the For Honor Battle Passnew contentMilestone

    A new reward system with clear objectives across 100 tiers, offering both Free and Premium passes.

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  3. 5 events
    Ganker Heroes Discrepancy in Performancebalance change

    Noted discrepancy between Ganker Heroes' performance in organized competitive play versus solo queuing.

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    Nerfs to Raider and Hitokiribalance changeMilestone

    Raider's Stunning Tap change and Hitokiri's Uninterruptible Stance timing nerf, along with damage nerfs to both heroes.

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    New Elite Outfits Availablenew content

    New Elite Outfits are now available for all heroes!

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    Reflex Guard Heroes Performance Monitoringbalance change

    Monitoring the performance of Reflex Guard heroes, which appear at the bottom of the Player Data.

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    Jormungandr Recovery Timing Adjustmentbalance change

    Adjusted the recovery timing of Jormungandr's opening lights to fix an issue with dodging the melee finisher.

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  4. 1 event
    Ranked Slayer Challengeseasonal event

    From December 6th-9th, be the Faction with the most take-downs performed!

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    Arcade Weekly Quest: Paragons and Sovereignsgameplay

    From December 5th to December 12th, face a series of 1v1 encounters where after the encounter, you absorb the modifier of your enemies!

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  6. 5 events
    Black Friday Saleshop

    Up to 50% off on Executions, Outfits, Ornaments, and Emotes.

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    Hyper Duel Eventseasonal event

    A new game mode where players respawn immediately and the first to four kills wins.

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    Upcoming Tournaments Announcementother

    Details on various upcoming tournaments for different platforms.

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    Hyper Vanquisher Challengeseasonal event

    Faction-based challenge with rewards for the top three factions in the Hyper Duel playlist.

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    Spectator Mode Beta Liveui ux

    Community feedback is being collected for the Spectator Mode Beta.

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  7. 7 events
    New Effect: Root and Branchnew content

    New effect for all heroes to signify determination on points.

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    Upcoming Tournaments Announcementother

    Details on the Oni Vision Tournaments and registration.

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    Warrior Challenge Event Orderseasonal event

    Faction competition with rewards based on match completions.

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    SUN DA Unlockable with Steelnew content

    SUN DA is now available for all players using Steel.

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    Spectator Mode Beta Launchnew content

    The Spectator Mode Beta is live, inviting player feedback.

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    Extra XP Festseasonal event

    Play from November 22nd to November 25th to earn extra XP.

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    Arcade Weekly Quest: Illusionists of Cai Qinggameplay

    Available from November 21 until November 28th.

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  8. 6 events
    Improvements to Spectator Modegameplay

    Various updates including improved player selection and visibility of Stance Indicator.

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    Arcade Weekly Quest: Ryoshi’s Awakeningseasonal event

    A new quest involving the curse of Ryoshi in Kaidan.

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    SUN DA Unlockable for Allnew content

    Starting today, SUN DA is unlockable for everyone at 15,000 Steel.

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    Spectator Mode Beta Launchednew contentMilestone

    Spectator Mode Beta allows players to spectate friends in matches, including Breach matches.

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    Ranked Vanquisher Challengeseasonal event

    From November 15th to the 18th, compete to be the Faction with the most ranked matches.

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    Kill Card Emote Saleshop

    From November 14th till the 21st, Kill Card is on sale for 4,000 steel instead of 7,000.

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  9. 7 events
    Special Executioner Challengeseasonal event

    Event from November 7th to 14th to perform the most executions.

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    New Hero: Zhanhunew contentMilestone

    Exclusive access for Year 3 pass holders for one week; unlockable via steel starting next week.

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    Content of the Week: New White Materialsnew content

    New white materials available for all heroes for 10k Steel.

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    Arcade Weekly Quest: The Zhanhugameplay

    New quest available for the Zhanhu.

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    Spectator Mode Betanew content

    Spectator Mode beta launching next week.

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    New Map: Qiang Passnew contentMilestone

    First Wu Lin map, available for the breach quest from November 7th to 14th.

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    Hero Balancing Updatesbalance change

    Various hero balancing updates included in the new season.

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  10. 1 event
    New Arcade Quest: Burning Embersnew content

    Another quest available for Marching Fire owners from October 24th to October 31st.

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  11. 13 events
    Halloween-themed Loot Availablenew content

    Players can earn themed Battle Outfits, effects, and weapons through random drops.

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    New Game Mode: Spooky Slashersgameplay

    A variation on Dominion mode where players capture zones for special boosts to defeat demons.

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    New Arcade Quest: The Disir of Angrbodanew content

    A new weekly quest available for Marching Fire owners from October 17th to October 24th.

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    Endless March Map Updatenew content

    Improved version of last year's map with new visual elements for the Halloween event.

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    New Weapons for Each Factionnew content

    New weapons themed for the event can be looted during the Fangs of the Otherworld event.

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    New Themed Soldiers: Vampires, Onis, and Werewolvesnew content

    New themed soldiers introduced for the Halloween event.

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    New Outfits for All Heroesnew content

    The Apotropaic outfit and two new illustrious outfits available for all Heroes.

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    Fangs of the Otherworld Halloween Event Launchseasonal eventMilestone

    Limited-time Halloween event featuring new game mode and themed loot.

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    Purchase Halloween Executions and Effectsshop

    Players can buy executions and effects inspired by Halloween until November 4.

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    Fangs of the Otherworld Bundle Availablenew contentMilestone

    A limited-time bundle containing various cosmetic effects available for 45,000 steel.

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    New Game Mode: Spooky SlashersgameplayMilestone

    A variation on Dominion mode with enhanced minion abilities, available during the event.

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    New Themed Backgroundnew content

    A Halloween-themed background added to the game interface.

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    Fangs of the Otherworld Event Launchseasonal eventMilestone

    The Fangs of the Otherworld event is live from October 17th to November 1st, featuring new content and a limited-time game mode.

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  12. 3 events
    Patch 2.14.0 ReleasedchangesMilestone

    Patch 2.14.0 released on all platforms with various improvements.

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    Arcade Weekly Quest: Black Prior’s Supremacynew content

    New quest involving Vortiger and the Black Priors to reclaim Westhold from the Samurai.

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    For Honor Referral Programother

    Refer friends to join For Honor on PC and earn rewards including Champion Status and Steel.

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  13. 4 events
    Ranked Warrior Challenge Event Orderseasonal event

    Event from October 4 to October 7 to complete the most Ranked matches.

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    For Honor Referral Program Launchednew content

    Refer friends to join For Honor on PC and earn rewards including Champion Status and steel.

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    Spectator Mode Stress Test Livegameplay

    Spectator Mode Stress Test available from October 3 to October 4 for all platforms.

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    Fall Effect Saleshop

    Fall themed effects on sale for 3,000 Steel instead of 5,000 Steel.

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  14. 6 events
    Wrath of the Jormungandr Event Livenew content

    Retrieve the Hamarr of Ragnarok and wreak havoc on enemies in Storr Stronghold until October 3rd.

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    For Honor Referral Program Launchedother

    Refer friends to join For Honor on PC and earn rewards.

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    EXTRA Loot Festseasonal event

    Receive more loot from September 27th at 1:00 PM ET to September 30th at 3:00 PM ET.

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    Illustrious Outfits for All Heroesnew content

    New outfits available for all heroes.

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    Arcade Weekly Quest: The Heralds of Ragnarokgameplay

    New weekly quest available.

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    Patch Notes 2.13.2 Releasedbalance change

    Includes changes that were missing in the previous patch.

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  15. 7 events
    New Weapons, Executions, and Outfitsnew content

    Brand new content including weapons, executions, and outfits is now available.

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    Limited-time Game Mode: Ragnarokgameplay

    A special version of Breach mode called Ragnarok is available from September 19 until October 3.

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    Upcoming Tournaments Announcementother

    Details on upcoming tournaments including dates and formats.

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    Spectator Mode Stress Test Announcementui ux

    Spectator Mode will be available for a Stress Test on October 3 and 4.

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    Wrath of the Jormungandr Event Liveseasonal eventMilestone

    The Wrath of the Jormungandr event is now live until October 3rd with brand new content and a limited-time game mode.

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    Referral Program Activeother

    The Referral program is currently active, offering rewards for referring friends.

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    Reversion of Team Color Swatch Assignmentbalance change

    Reverted changes to the Team Color swatch assignment based on player feedback.

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  16. 6 events
    Upcoming Tournaments Announcementother

    Details on upcoming 4v4 Dominion and 1v1 tournaments for all platforms.

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    Arcade Weekly Quest: Favete Linguisgameplay

    Relive the battles of Apollyon against the Iron Legion and the Dawn Empire in the new Arcade Weekly Quest.

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    End of Phase 1 of Testing Groundsgameplay

    Phase 1 of Testing Grounds is now over, with results being analyzed.

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    For Honor Referral Program Launchother

    Refer friends to join For Honor on PC and receive loot including Champion Status and steel.

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    New Signatures for All Heroesnew content

    New Signatures are now available for all heroes.

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    Ranked Slayer Challenge Eventseasonal event

    From September 14 to September 17, be the Faction with the most Ranked matches wins.

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  17. 1 event
    Year 3 Season 3 Campaign 2gameplay

    Scheduled for August 30.

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  18. 2 events
    Weekly Arcade Quest: Haunting of Dead Shadesgameplay

    Scheduled for August 29.

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    Testing Grounds Announcementgameplay

    Testing Grounds event scheduled for August 29 with changes to Centurion, Gladiator, and Warlord.

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  19. 6 events
    Arcade Weekly Quest: The Giants of Hrimarnew content

    New quest featuring a mysterious fable in a Hrimar tavern.

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    Testing Grounds Phase Announcementnew contentMilestone

    First phase of Testing Grounds starts on August 29, focusing on balancing and rework of Centurion, Gladiator, and Warlord.

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    Upcoming Tournaments Announcementother

    Details on For Honor Console Weekend War Domination tournament on August 24 and 25.

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    Carousel of Death Event Playlistseasonal event

    Elimination match where victory is achieved when all opponents die at the same time, from August 22 to August 29.

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    Warrior Challenge Eventseasonal event

    Participate in the Warrior Challenge from August 23 to August 26.

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    New Elite Outfits Availablenew content

    Elite outfits for all Heroes now available for 7,000 Steel.

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  20. 2 events
    Event Playlist: Carousel of Deathgameplay

    Available from August 22 to August 29.

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    Weekly Arcade Quest: Rites of the Jormungandrgameplay

    Scheduled for August 22.

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  21. 2 events
    Event Order: Executioner Challengegameplay

    Event from August 16 to August 19 with Crate Reward.

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    Extra XP Festseasonal event

    Event from August 16 to August 19.

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  22. 6 events
    Arcade Weekly Quest: Down the Rabbit Holenew content

    Hunt the Hare Master who is terrorizing the lands with his army of minions.

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    Weekly Arcade Quest: The Giants of Hrimargameplay

    Scheduled for August 15.

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    Extra XP Festseasonal event

    XP is doubled on all completed orders and contracts, and at the end of every match from August 16 to 19.

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    Discount on Champion Statusshop

    Save up to 50% on Champion Status from now until August 22.

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    Executioner Challenge Eventseasonal event

    Be the faction with the most Executions performed from August 16 to 19.

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    Glowing Eyes Available for Purchaseshop

    Glowing Eyes are now available for all Heroes for 5,000 Steel.

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  23. 2 events
    New Event Order: Ranked Vanquisher Challengeseasonal event

    From August 9th at 1:00 PM (EDT) to August 12th at 3PM (EDT), be the Faction with the most Ranked matches to win.

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    Event Order: Ranked Vanquisher Challengegameplay

    Event from August 9 to August 12 with XP Boost Reward.

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  24. 2 events
    New Arcade Weekly Quest: The Ludi of Daubenynew content

    Available for Marching Fire owners from August 8th at 9AM (EDT) to August 15th at 9AM (EDT).

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    Weekly Arcade Quest: The Ludi of Daubenygameplay

    Scheduled for August 8.

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  25. 1 event
    Ready to Rumble Emote Discountshop

    On sale for 4,000 Steel instead of 7,000 from August 6th until 15th at 9AM (EDT).

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  26. 4 events
    Special Slayer Challengeseasonal event

    Event from August 1st to August 8 where factions compete for the most takedowns.

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    Launch of New Hero Jormungandrnew contentMilestone

    New Viking hero Jormungandr available for Year 3 pass holders with exclusive access for one week.

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    Weekly Arcade Quest: The Jormungandr’s Marchgameplay

    New arcade quest themed around the Jormungandr.

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    New Map Storr Strongholdnew contentMilestone

    New Breach map, Storr Stronghold, available in the event playlist from August 1st to August 8.

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  27. 5 events
    New Executions for All Heroesnew content

    Each hero now has a new execution available for 7000 Steel.

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    Upcoming Title Update 2.04new contentMilestone

    Includes the new Black Prior hero, Shugoki rework, and changes to Warlord and Peacekeeper.

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    Weekly Quest for Arcade Modegameplay

    New quest titled 'We are the Guardian of the Sacred Claviger' for Arcade Mode players.

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    Factions Ranked Matches Eventseasonal event

    Compete until January 28th for XP Boost rewards based on ranked match performance.

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    Shugoki's New Execution: Kinjitenew content

    Shugoki's new execution is a one-handed throat crush.

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  28. 4 events
    New Ornaments Available for All Heroesnew content

    A new selection of intimidating ornaments featuring skeletal creatures and horrifying beasts.

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    Faction Ranked Matches XP Boostsseasonal event

    Participate in ranked matches to earn XP Boosts for your faction based on placement.

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    Upcoming Vortiger Reveal Announcementnew content

    An early glance at the upcoming content with the Vortiger reveal scheduled for January 24.

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    Winter Solstice Arcade Questseasonal event

    Arcade Mode players can earn rare exclusive rewards in this week's Winter Solstice quest.

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