What changed in FOR HONOR™ in 2025

129 updates · 32 main milestones · Jan 3, 2025 to Dec 4, 2025

  1. 5 events
    Prince Yi's Hero Skinnew content

    Unlock the new hero skin for Prince Yi, embodying the power of the dragon.

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    Y5S4 Legacy Passdlc release

    Unlock classic rewards for all heroes, continuing from the Year 5 Season 4 Battle Pass.

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    New Season: Conquestseasonal eventMilestone

    The new season introduces a storyline featuring Prince Yi and General Zhi.

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    Starter Dominion Modenew content

    A new mode available until December 18th for players to learn and grow in combat.

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    Y9S4 Battle Passdlc releaseMilestone

    A new battle pass featuring 100 tiers of rewards for all heroes, available during Y9S4.

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  2. 1 event
    Rise of the Jorogumo Contest Announcementseasonal event

    A 3-week contest to defeat the Jorogumo in the fastest time with various prizes.

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  3. 4 events
    Y9S3 Battle Pass Launchnew content

    The Y9S3 Battle Pass features 100 tiers of rewards for all 37 Heroes, including executions and weapon sets.

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    Return of Y5S3 Legacy Passnew content

    The Y5S3 Legacy Pass returns with 100 tiers of retrofitted rewards, including a special Tier 101 for newer heroes.

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    Introduction of Lady Saorinew contentMilestone

    Lady Saori, a new character, has been introduced to the game.

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    Cross-Progression FeaturesystemMilestone

    Players can now sync their progress across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.

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  4. 3 events
    Introduction of Outlander Hero: Virtuosanew contentMilestone

    New hero in Heathmoor with advanced fencing techniques.

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    Year 5 Season 2 Legacy Pass Availablenew content

    Earn classic rewards for all heroes, including new additions.

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    Launch of Battle Pass with 100+ Tiersnew content

    Over 100 tiers of rewards available in the new Battle Pass.

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  5. 1 event
    Return of Triple Threat Competitive CircuitotherMilestone

    New structure for competitive play with qualifiers starting June 21st and 22nd.

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  6. 19 events
    Fixed Kyoshin's Chest Back Color Issuebug fix

    Fixed an issue where Kyoshin's Kihaku Chest Back didn't take Colors and Paint Patterns on a cloth piece.

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    Fixed Sohei's Arm Embossing Issuebug fix

    Fixed an issue where the embossings didn't cover entirely the Sohei's left arm shoulder pad.

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    Loadout Preview Change in Hero Selectionui ux

    It's now possible to change the loadout preview directly from the character selection and Character customization screen by using RB/LB/Q/E buttons or the mouse.

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    Global Stamina Damage Changesbalance changeMilestone

    Multiple attacks from various heroes will no longer deal stamina damage or pause stamina regeneration.

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    Khatun's Deflect Follow-upbalance change

    Khatun can now follow a successful Deflect with Frightful Kick by pressing Guardbreak. Hit recovery for Ultimate Authority and Relentless Peace has been reduced.

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    Fixed Warmonger's Breach of Prey Attack Issuesbug fix

    Fixed an issue that caused Warmonger's Breach of Prey attacks to be harder to dodge than intended.

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    Fixed Gladiator's Thigh Positioningbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the Alternate Gladiator had wrong thigh positioning on Horkos Throne.

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    Pirate's Parry Window Adjustmentsbalance change

    Cavalier Dance and Walk the Plank now have reduced parry windows to improve effectiveness.

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    Fixed Out-of-Bounds Issues in Market Townbug fix

    Fixed two separate issues in Market Town where players could access out-of-bounds areas.

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    Fixed Fire Damage Issue in Crimson Offensivebug fix

    Fixed an issue that caused the player to receive unnecessary fire damage in the second adventure of 'The Crimson Offensive'.

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    Allies Health Bar Displayedui ux

    Allies health bar will now be displayed in the team VS widget at the top. This option can be disabled through an option in the game menu.

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    Fixed Missing AoE Circle for Warmongerbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the AoE circle was missing when enemies were afflicted by the poison of Warmonger's 1st and 4th feat.

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    Shaolin's Sun Sweep Changesbalance change

    Sun Sweep no longer chains on Miss and its Miss Recovery has been reduced.

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    Shaman's Attack Trajectory Improvementsbalance change

    Improved the trajectory of numerous attacks to match with improved animations.

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    Shugoki's Headbutt Changesbalance change

    Headbutt no longer chains on Miss and Miss recovery has been reduced.

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    Kyoshin's Light Finishers Adjustmentsbalance change

    Light Finishers are no longer undodgeable and damage has been reduced.

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    Fixed Ubisoft Connect Language Issuebug fix

    Fixed an issue where the game description in the Ubisoft Connect app page was written in English when using Japanese, Korean, or Chinese Simplified interface language.

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    Fixed Misaligned Patterns on Aramusha's Chestbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the patterns were misaligned on Aramusha's Gyoukei Chest.

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    Fixed Visual Issues with Berserker's Helmsbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the Berserker had smaller eyes with Asmundar and Rikiwulf helms.

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  7. 1 event
    Latest Balance Patch Notesbalance change

    Details on the latest balance changes to be shared in the official Patch Notes.

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  8. 12 events
    Crashing Waves Limited-Time Eventseasonal event

    Join the fight in Defiance, a new season packed with fresh features including the limited-time event Crashing Waves.

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    Y9S2 Battle Pass with 100 Tiers of Lootnew contentMilestone

    Conquer the Y9S2 Battle Pass featuring 100 tiers of rewards for all 36 Heroes.

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    Visual Fidelity Improvementsvisuals

    Introduction of Skin Sub-Surface Scattering and dynamic wind effects.

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    New Free Event Pass: Crashing Wavesnew content

    Free Event Pass includes cosmetics like The Lonecrow's Crew battle outfit.

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    Return of Hyper Duel Eventseasonal event

    The fan-favorite event Hyper Duel returns in the new season Defiance.

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    Introduction of Captain Coalheart Hero Skinnew contentMilestone

    New hero skin available for the Pirate Hero, Captain Coalheart.

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    Launch of Y9S2 Battle Passnew contentMilestone

    The Y9S2 Battle Pass features abyssal-themed cosmetics.

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    Testing Grounds: Defensive Dodge Properties Updategameplay

    Updates to side deflects for assassin heroes and dodge mechanics for non-assassin heroes.

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    Return of Legacy Pass from Y5S2new content

    Legacy Pass items include Heavenly Mirage and Shriveling Mirage battle outfits.

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    Classic Rewards Return in Legacy Passnew content

    Relive the glory of Year 5 Season 2 with the latest Legacy Pass featuring classic Executions, weapon sets, and outfits.

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    New Pirate Hero Skin: Captain Coalheartnew contentMilestone

    Claim the new Pirate Hero Skin, Captain Coalheart, along with Champion Status and Scavenger Crates.

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    Converted Canyon Battlefield MapworldMilestone

    Reimagined Canyon battlefield with new elements reflecting Khatuns' presence.

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  9. 3 events
    Legacy Pass Availabilitynew content

    Players can purchase the Year 5 Season 1 Legacy Pass to earn classic rewards.

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    New Hero Skin: The Warrior Princenew content

    Introducing the Warrior Prince Hero Skin for Aramusha, inspired by the Prince of Persia: Warrior Within.

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    New Battle Passnew content

    Launch of a new Battle Pass featuring 100 tiers of rewards.

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  10. 18 events
    Warmonger Light Openers Nerfbalance changeMilestone

    Light Openers are no longer enhanced and Vicious Impale's distance travelled has been reduced to 6.5m.

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    New Hero Skin: The Warrior Princenew content

    A brand-new Hero Skin for the Aramusha, inspired by the prince in The Warrior Within, available on April 24th.

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    Nobushi Movement Buffsbalance change

    Increased sideways movement for Side Dodge, Cobra Strike & Sidewinder Form, and increased forward movement for Kick.

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    Loadout Preview Change in Character Selectionui ux

    It's now possible to change the loadout preview directly from the character selection and Character customization screen by using RB/LB/Q/E buttons or the mouse.

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    Hero Fests Schedule Announcedgameplay

    Three Hero Fests are scheduled: Nuxia (May 15th to 22nd), Warmonger (May 22nd to 29th), and Pirate (June 5th to 12th).

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    Khatun Draconite Abomination Effect Fixbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the Draconite Abomination effect doesn't work on Khatun's executions.

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    Conqueror Dominatus Chest Embossing Fixbug fix

    Fixed an issue where Conqueror's Dominatus Chest has golden embossing obscured.

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    New Filter Option in Barracksui ux

    A new option was added in the Filters page in the barracks, allowing you to switch between 'Match All' and 'Match Any'.

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    Return of Blades of Persia Eventseasonal eventMilestone

    The beloved event Blades of Persia returns from April 24th to May 15th, featuring themed rewards and gameplay modifiers.

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    Competitive Circuit Updateother

    Sneak peek at the upcoming Competitive Circuit with new community opportunities and tournament formats.

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    Aramusha Defense Issue Fixbug fix

    Fixed an issue that caused Aramusha not to have any defense when changing guard after performing Blade Blockade.

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    Balance Changes and Hero Updatesbalance change

    Key adjustments across several heroes were discussed in the Patch Notes segment.

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    Sohei Respawn Voice Line Fixbug fix

    Fixed an issue where Sohei has low volume or no voice lines at respawn.

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    Sohei Embossing Coverage Fixbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the embossing doesn't cover entirely Shoei's left arm shoulder pad.

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    Varangian Guard Light Openers & Finishers Nerfbalance changeMilestone

    Light Openers & Finishers are no longer enhanced to tone down pressure while keeping defensive aspects intact.

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    Shugoki Voice Line Fixbug fix

    Fixed an issue where Shugoki's Demon's Embrace doesn't play his scream voice line after a kill.

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    Khatun Attack Trajectories Adjustmentbalance change

    Attack trajectories for Angry Storm & Ultimate Authority have been adjusted to better match weapon visuals.

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    Chimera Banquet Game Modegameplay

    Throwback game mode Chimera Banquet will be available from May 29th to June 5th.

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  11. 28 events
    Fixed targeting swap issue during Khatun's Rising Rage strikebug fix
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    Fixed Khatun Sobbing Uncontrollably Emote steel costbug fix

    Changed from 7000 steel to 5000.

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    Mad Monk Opener guardbreak Vulnerability increased for Soheibalance changeMilestone

    Vulnerability is now 433ms (up from 100ms).

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    Fixed Khatun's Mjolnir's Flight and Sylvan Vaporization Execution availabilitybug fix
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    Zone Attack's second hit can soft feint into Light Attack for Aramushabalance changeMilestone
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    Chain link timing from Mad Monk Attacks to Heavy Finishers adjusted for Soheibalance changeMilestone

    Timing is now 266 ms (down from 300ms).

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    Body part material customizationui ux
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    Increased forward movement for Aramusha's Chain Lights, Heavy Openers, and Heavy Finishersbalance changeMilestone
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    Fixed Khatun boots Material not updatedbug fix
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    Equip for All for MoodFXui ux
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    Removed ability for Pirate to cancel Grand Cavelier's Recovery with a Dodgebalance changeMilestone
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    Mad Monk Opener can now chain to Mad Monk Extender for Soheibalance changeMilestone
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    Add More Customization Loadoutsui ux
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    Fixed Kensei's Shiwasu helm clipping with multiple Ornamentsbug fix
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    Sohei Heavy Openers can now chain to Light Soul Attacksbalance changeMilestone
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    New Hero Skin: Queen Kalliopinew content

    Become Queen Kalliopi and win the crowd in the arena.

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    Fixed Forged In War Ornament visibility issuebug fix

    Visible in locked state outside of unlock period.

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    Increased Ring The Bell attack range for Aramushabalance changeMilestone
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    Aramusha attack trajectory adjustmentsbalance changeMilestone

    Adjusted all attack trajectories to better match the weapon visuals and animations.

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    Fixed Tiandi's Guan Suo Chest paint pattern issuebug fix
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    Heavy Finishers for Aramusha are now Unblockablebalance changeMilestone
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    Smart Eco Mode set by default on all consolesperformance

    Eco mode is activated only when IDLE in game.

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    Fixed Khatun's invulnerability to guardbreak during Sprint attack's second strikebug fix
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    Fixed missing Crusader Battle Outfit for all knight legacy heroesbug fix
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    New Menu Reworkui ux
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    Default graphic option set to Performance on all consolesperformance
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    New Battle Passnew content

    There are 100 tiers of rewards in the latest Battle Pass.

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    Sohei Light Openers can now chain to Heavy Soul Attacksbalance changeMilestone
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  12. 16 events
    New Mongol Hero: Guljinnew contentMilestone

    Introducing Guljin, a fierce Khatun ready to unite Heathmoor under her empire.

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    Free Event Pass Rewardsnew contentMilestone

    Rewards include Battle Outfit, Ornament, Mood Effect, and Weapons.

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    Fixed Command Display Issue While Spectatingbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the commands aren't displayed when a player is dead and spectating a teammate at ballista.

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    Varangian Guard Chain Link Timing Adjustmentbalance change

    Chain Link timing from blocked Dodge Attacks and Hjaldr Oathkeeper to Light Finishers increased to 300ms.

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    Hero Fests Scheduleseasonal event

    Upcoming Hero Fests featuring Orochi, Pirate, and Gryphon.

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    Hero Balance Updatesbalance change

    Several heroes have received balance updates for fairer gameplay.

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    Numerous Bug Fixesbug fix

    Addressed both minor and major gameplay issues.

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    Year 9 Content AnnouncementotherMilestone

    A new year of content themed Theatres of War is confirmed.

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    Afeera Astro Flip Unlock Tech Removalbug fix

    Removed 'Unlock Tech' that allowed Afeera to perform Astro Flip in incorrect directions when unlocking after attacks.

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    Raider Damage Buffsbalance change

    Raider's Top Chained Heavy, Side Chained Heavy, Raider's Fury, Top Heavy Finisher, and Side Heavy Finishers have had their damage increased.

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    Fixed Fire Texture Offset in Shard Defender Spawnbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the fire texture in the Shard Defender spawn is offset.

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    Guardbreak Vulnerability Adjustment for Multiple Heroesbalance change

    The Front Dodge Heavy attack Guardbreak Vulnerability for Aramusha, Berserker, Highlander, Shinobi, and Tiandi has been lowered to 100ms.

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    Fixed Offset Issue in Respectful Kill Executionbug fix

    Fixed an issue where the players contacts are offset during the Respectful Kill Execution.

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    Khatun's Peace Eventseasonal eventMilestone

    Free event available from January 23rd to February 13th.

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    Black Prior Superior Block Window Reductionbalance change

    Tenebris Trust's Superior Block window reduced from 300ms to 200ms.

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    Throwback Event: Battle of the Eclipseseasonal eventMilestone

    Return of the Battle of the Eclipse from Year 4, Season 4.

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  13. 2 events
    New Battle Pass Releasednew content

    The latest Battle Pass features 100 tiers of rewards to help you win the conflict.

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    New Hero: Khatun Availablenew contentMilestone

    Slay the Horkos with the savage power of Khatun and her deadly Turco-Mongol sabers.

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  14. 16 events
    Nuxia Zone Attack Reworkbalance change

    Zone Attack changed to a 2-hit attack with improved usability.

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    Warden Feat Reworkbalance change

    Body Count replaced by Death Toll, granting health and stamina on kills. Other feats also reworked.

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    Varangian Guard Superior Block Standardizationbalance change

    Superior Block window standardized to 200ms for various attacks.

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    Walled City Collision Issue Fixedbug fix

    Resolved collision issue on Walled City map with Ballista.

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    Respectful Kill Execution Animation Offset Fixbug fix

    Fixed animation offset issue for Respectful Kill execution.

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    Sohei Attack Adjustmentsbalance change

    Heavy Opener and Mad Monk gain Uninterruptible Stance; Soul Attacks improved.

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    Lawbringer New Moves and Damage Buffbalance change

    Introduced Precise and Final Jurisdiction moves; increased damage on Top and Side Heavy Openers.

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    Fixed Dodging Issue for Berserkerbug fix

    Resolved issue allowing incorrect sideways dodging.

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    Zhanhu Premium Skin Visual Issue Fixedbug fix

    Resolved visual issue with Zhanhu Premium Skin.

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    Kensei Ornament Collision Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed issue where Kensei Hero's Ornament disappears on alternate body type.

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    Battle Bundle Points Issue Resolvedbug fix

    Players with battle bundle now receive correct bonus battle points.

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    Canyon Map Floating Dock Issue Fixedbug fix

    Resolved issue with a dock floating in mid-air on the canyon map.

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    Breach Attackers Phase Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed issue where Breach Attackers could pass through Hallowed Bastion phase.

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    Hitokiri HP and Stamina Reductionbalance change

    Reduced HP and Stamina; adjustments to Rei Kick and Rei Sweep.

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    Thunderous Rage Eyes Effect Position Fixbug fix

    Fixed positioning issue of thunderous Rage eyes effect on some heroes.

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    Windows 11 Crash Fixbug fix

    Fixed game crash issue after updating to Windows 11 24H2.

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