What changed in Spiral Knights in 2013

Receive a Solstice Prize Box for every $9.95 spent on select energy purchases, containing various exclusive items.

Materials will drop at twice the rate in the Grinchlin Assault prestige mission for the weekend.

Get a Solstice Prize Box for every $9.95 spent on select energy purchases, containing various exclusive items.

Materials will drop at twice the rate during the Grinchlin Assault prestige mission for the weekend.

Spiral Knights is participating in Steam's Snow Globe Trading Cards event.

The Guardians Armor Pack is available for 50% off.

Spiral Knights is participating in the Steam Snow Globe Trading Cards event.

The Operation Crimson Hammer expansion mission is available at 75% off until January 1, 2014.

The Guardians Armor Pack is available at 50% off during the Winterfest sale.

The Operation Crimson Hammer expansion mission is available for 75% off.

The Grand Solstice Ring recipe is now available in the event Alchemy Machine.

The Grand Solstice Ring recipe is now available in the event Alchemy Machine.

Grinchlin treasure boxes in the 'Grinchlin Assault!' mission now have increased material drops.

An event Alchemy Machine is now available in Haven Town Square.

Grinchlin treasure boxes in the 'Grinchlin Assault!' mission now have increased material drops.

An event Alchemy Machine is now available in Haven Town Square.

Bundle up with items favored by knights near Cradle's polar regions.

Win 4* trinkets that protect against fire and freeze with a +1 health bonus.

Celebrate Winterfest with new missions, items, and rewards.

Decorate your guild hall with new holiday-themed items.

Celebrate Winterfest with new missions and items.

Stop the Grinchlins from stealing presents and collect special materials to craft new weapons.

Win 4* trinkets that protect against fire and freeze with a +1 health bonus.

Stop the Grinchlins from stealing presents and collect special materials for crafting.

Craft 5* Grinchlin reskinned weapons: Deadly Candy Poker, Nog Blaster, Jack Froster, Scalding Hot Cocoa, Humbug Hazer.

Assist Impostoclaus and redeem Winter Wish tokens for exclusive items.

Craft 5* Grinchlin reskinned weapons: Deadly Candy Poker, Nog Blaster, Jack Froster, Scalding Hot Cocoa, Humbug Hazer.

Assist Impostoclaus in saving Winterfest and redeem Winter Wish tokens.

Decorate your guild hall with holiday-themed items.

New items including Polar Leafy Aura, Polar Halo, and various Polar Wolf gear.

Limited-time discounts on Operation Crimson Hammer expansion mission and Guardians Armor Pack.

A flock of Gobble Snipes has arrived in Haven for a limited time.

Log in to receive various rewards including a Heat Amplifier and a Trinket Slot Upgrade.

Operation Crimson Hammer expansion mission is 75% off and Guardians Armor Pack is 50% off until December 4th.

Players reaching rank 7-1 during the giveaway will receive a special trinket.

New Gobble Snipe Boxes can be purchased at the Supply Depot, containing various Gobble Snipes.

New Gobble Snipe Boxes can be purchased at the Supply Depot, containing various Gobble Snipes.

Celebrate the arrival of Gobble Snipes with a special giveaway and events.

New tokens, materials, and weapons including Apocrean Sigil, Perplexing Element, Binding Essence, Obsidian Shard, Obsidian Edge, Obsidian Crusher, and Obsidian Carbine.

An effect is now played when learning a recipe.

An effect is now played when learning a recipe.

Fix to Electron line of bombs not having Shock status listed in their tooltips.

Fixed being unable to shoot while frozen.

New Obsidian Prize Boxes available until November 3, 2013, containing unique and rare Apocrean treasures.

You can now revive early in Coliseum games using Sparks of Life.

Join the Strangers in celebrating the Dark Harvest Festival through November 3, 2013.

Fixed inability to open the Energy Depot on the knight selection interface.

Fixed remedy capsule so it no longer removes buffs.

Drop rates for Sparks of Life and Orbs of Alchemy have been adjusted.

New Obsidian Prize Boxes available until November 3, 2013, containing unique and rare Apocrean treasures.

When selecting to equip items within the Arsenal, item icons are now displayed within the menu.

Acquiring pickups displays the same acquire effect as other loot.

A new mission where players investigate the disappearance of knights in the Clockwork Tunnels, featuring new challenges and items.

You can now revive early in Coliseum games using Sparks of Life.

Candlestick Keep has a new music theme.

New tokens and materials including Apocrean Sigil, Perplexing Element, Binding Essence, and Obsidian Shard, along with new weapons: Obsidian Edge, Obsidian Crusher, and Obsidian Carbine.

Fixed remedy capsule so it no longer removes buffs.

Acquiring pickups displays the same acquire effect as other loot.

Fix to Electron line of bombs not having Shock status listed in their tooltips.

When selecting to equip items within the Arsenal, item icons are now displayed within the menu.

Join the Strangers in celebrating the Dark Harvest Festival through November 3, 2013.

A new mission where players investigate the disappearance of knights in the Clockwork Tunnels.

Drop rates for Sparks of Life and Orbs of Alchemy have been adjusted.

Candlestick Keep has a new music theme.

Acheron damage has been slightly increased.

Fixed inability to open the Energy Depot on the knight selection interface.

Fixed being unable to shoot while frozen.

Acheron damage has been slightly increased.

The Elite Trinket Box is available in the Supply Depot through October 25, 2013, containing various powerful trinkets.

Part One of the Arcade redesign went live, introducing new pickups and changes.

New passes available in the Supply Depot allow players to change the name of their guild or knight once every 30 days.

The Elite Trinket Box is available in the Supply Depot through October 25, 2013, containing various high-tier trinkets.

New Guild Name Change Pass and Knight Name Change Pass available in the Supply Depot for changing names once every 30 days.

Part One of the Arcade redesign went live, introducing new pickups and features.

Shadow Keys are now on sale for 1500 energy (usually 1800).

Dangerous Prize Boxes featuring items favored by Lieutenant Desna and her elite Recon Rangers are now available in the Supply Depot.

Dangerous Prize Boxes featuring items favored by Lieutenant Desna and her elite Recon Rangers are now available in the Spiral Knights Supply Depot.

Updating/Filtering in the Arsenal now works correctly with sprites

Updating/Filtering in the Arsenal now works correctly with sprites

From now through October 6, 2013, all Danger Missions are available at once instead of through daily rotation.

Green treasure boxes will no longer sometimes spawn hearts

From now through October 6, 2013, all Danger Missions are available at once.

Characters in the Lab and Rescue Camp now correctly display their names during conversations

Shadow Keys are now on sale for 1500 energy (down from 1800).

The Spiral Knights mission DLC, Operation Crimson Hammer, is now available via the missions screen for 3200 energy.

Adjusted rarity for Guild Hall snipes

Fixed locked/unlocked icons on item pills when checking out of the Supply Depot or Vendor shops

Stacks of 10 Sparks of Life are now on sale for 180 energy (down from 200).

Operation Crimson Hammer may now be purchased for 3,200 energy in the Mission Interface

Corrected the size of the rez tip icon

The Spiral Knights mission DLC, Operation Crimson Hammer, is now available for 3200 energy.

Corrected the size of the rez tip icon

Characters in the Lab and Rescue Camp now correctly display their names during conversations

Fixed locked/unlocked icons on item pills when checking out of the Supply Depot or Vendor shops

Operation Crimson Hammer may now be purchased for 3,200 energy in the Mission Interface

Green treasure boxes will no longer sometimes spawn hearts

Stacks of 10 Sparks of Life are now on sale for 180 energy (usually 200).

Incorporation of a new boss monster following the Firestorm Citadel events.

A new boss monster will be added following the Firestorm Citadel events.

An all-new challenge mode will allow cooperative play and competition for high scores.

Introduction of advanced missions to deepen and expand the story of the Clockworks.

New advanced missions will deepen and expand the story of the Clockworks.

Update to the Rank Mission campaign that continues the story of the Artifact and introduces a new antagonist.

A new challenge mode for cooperative scenarios and high score competition.

The Rank Mission campaign will receive an update continuing the story of the Artifact and introducing a new antagonist.

The Arcade will be revamped to include a sandbox-type experience for players.

Revamping the Arcade to include a sandbox-type experience for players.

The Kataclysmic Confrontation event returns, allowing players to collect Ancient Page tokens for new kat gear.

Exclusive Moorcroft Prize Boxes available for purchase, containing various prizes and items.

Exclusive Moorcroft Prize Boxes can be purchased, containing various Victorian-style furnishings and rare items.

The Kataclysmic Confrontation event returns, allowing players to collect Ancient Page tokens for new kat gear.

Black kats are new monsters that drop Ancient Page tokens and can be found in Tier 2 and Tier 3 levels.

New enemy type, Black Kats, introduced in Tier 2 and Tier 3 levels, dropping Ancient Page tokens.

Includes All Evo Catalysts, Reset Star, All Orbs of Alchemy, Shadow Key, and All Heat Amplifiers.

Select items on sale and special items available for a limited time during the promotional period.

Special items like Prismatic Dragon Wings, Volcanic Dragon Wings, and more available for a limited time.

Every Knight receives free Companion Prize Boxes daily just for logging in until August 14th, 2013.

Includes Prismatic Dragon Wings, Volcanic Dragon Wings, Prismatic Valkyrie Wings, Divine Valkyrie Wings, Ghostly Aura, Haunted Aura, Divine Halo, Prismatic Halo, Divine Cat Tail, and Prismatic Cat Tail.

Every Knight receives free Companion Prize Boxes daily just for logging in until August 14th, 2013.

All Evo Catalysts, Reset Star, All Orbs of Alchemy, Shadow Key, and All Heat Amplifiers are on sale.

Select items on sale and special limited-time offers available during the promotional period.

Knights now have an Emergency Revive mechanism that allows them to revive once per floor, with new methods for reviving after combat.

Various item changes, UI updates, alchemy and forge changes, and more are included in the update.

The old 'Spark of Life' crafting material has been renamed to 'Storm Chaser'.

Three difficulty modes added: Normal, Advanced, and Elite, each with varying challenges and rewards.

Knights can now revive once per floor using an Emergency Revive mechanism or a 'Spark of Life'.

Three new difficulty modes introduced: Normal, Advanced, and Elite, each with varying challenges and rewards.

Elevators no longer require energy, and players are compensated for existing elevator passes and Mist Energy tanks, which are being removed.

A new companion, customizable and upgradable battle-bots, can be obtained through new rank 2 missions.

The old 'Spark of Life' crafting material has been renamed to 'Storm Chaser'.

Elevators no longer require energy, and players are compensated for existing elevator passes and Mist Energy tanks, which are being removed.

Various item changes, UI updates, alchemy and forge changes, and general updates not detailed in the patch notes.

A new companion, customizable and upgradable battle-bots, can be obtained through new rank 2 missions.

New companions for Knights that can deal damage, provide buffs, and heal in combat.

New companions for Knights that can deal damage, provide buffs, and heal in combat.

Modifier keys can now be bound to keyboard, mouse, or gamepads.

The weapon selector wheel can now be disabled in Preferences.

Knights can now perform a Shield Bash to charge enemies, causing damage and stunning them.

Various minimap icons for vendors have been updated/changed.

The weapon selector wheel can now be disabled in Preferences.

Knights can now perform a Shield Bash to charge enemies, causing damage and stunning them.

Free stormy Prize Boxes available with select energy purchases until June 2nd, 2013.

Item pills and icons have been updated with more detail.

Recon Cloak can now take multiple hits before breaking; Dash and Shield Bash usage restrictions in PvP arenas.

Item pills and icons have been updated with more detail.

Modifier keys can now be bound to keyboard, mouse, or gamepads.

Knights can now utilize the Dash move for a burst of speed and limited invulnerability.

Knights can now utilize the Dash move for a burst of speed and limited invulnerability.

Recon Cloak can now take multiple hits before breaking; Dash and Shield Bash usage restrictions in PvP arenas.

Free stormy Prize Boxes available with select energy purchases until June 2nd, 2013.

Various minimap icons for vendors have been updated/changed.

New options for setting control schemes added to the options menu for both new and existing players.

Steam mic icon no longer overlaps with the Party leader icon.

New options for setting control schemes added to the options menu.

Greavers have been leveled up and are now classified as Elite monsters.

New monster type Gorgos added to the game, including variants like Firegut, Guster, Storm Belly, and Waster.

Greavers have leveled up and are now classified as Elite monsters.

Steam mic icon no longer overlaps Party leader icon.

New monster type Gorgos introduced, found alongside Devilites in encounters.

Resolved an issue with the 'Back to Haven' functionality in Guild Halls.

Fixed an issue where rockets would sneak behind barriers in the Firestorm Citadel.

Resolved an issue with the 'Back to Haven' functionality in Guild Halls.

New class of monsters called Mini-Monsters introduced, including Dust Bunnies, Glop Drops, and Grave Scarabs.

Fixed an issue where rockets would sneak behind barriers in the Firestorm Citadel.

A new area called The Compounds added, featuring unique levels that combine two monster families.

A new area called The Compounds added, featuring unique levels that combine two monster families.

New class of monsters called Mini-Monsters introduced, including Dust Bunnies, Glop Drops, and Grave Scarabs.

Vitapods can no longer be dropped, only replaced by superior versions.

New Activities Panel added to show various activities in a zone.

Bulky now sells confetti and Cake Slice tokens.

New NPCs Biscotti, Maskwell, and Bulky can be found in the Haven town square.

Creep Cake nests can be found randomly throughout the clockworks.

New mission added as part of the birthday celebration.

Player's rank now shown with their name above their heads.

Monster and player damage flash effects have been revamped.

Earn Cake Slice Tokens during the birthday event.

A new weapon selection wheel allows viewing of weapon names and icons.

Health pips now change colors and a percentage health display is present.

Earn Cake Slice Tokens during the birthday event.

Complete overhaul of the user interface with various improvements.

Player's rank will now be shown with their name above their heads.

New shield power meter added under health.

Special birthday event running through April 16th with various activities.

Vitapods can no longer be dropped, only replaced by superior versions.

Items now show a message when they cannot be picked up.

Maskwell now trades Cake Helms and Anniversary Prize boxes for Cake Slices.

Icons for Vials and Capsule pickups have been updated.

An Activities Panel has been added to show various activities in a zone.

Meet NPCs Biscotti, Maskwell, and Bulky in the Haven town square.

Player names now have a color scheme based on relationships.

Health pips change colors and a percentage health display is added.

New targeting UI displays information about targeted monsters.

A visible character portrait has been added to the UI.

Items will now show a message when they cannot be picked up.

New mission available as part of the birthday celebration.

Art for unbreakable blocks in the Clockworks has been updated.

Dusky Long Feather added to the Iron Lockbox drop table.

Creep Cake nests can be found randomly throughout the clockworks.

Art for unbreakable blocks in the Clockworks has been updated.

Bulky now sells confetti and Cake Slice tokens.

New weapon selection wheel to view weapon names and icons.

Complete overhaul of the user interface with various new features.

Special birthday event running through April 16th with various activities and rewards.

A visible character portrait added to the UI.

A zoom button allows players to zoom in while in Haven.

A shield power meter has been added under the health display.

Monster and player damage flash effects have been revamped for clarity.

Icons for Vials and Capsule pickups have been updated.

Dusky Long Feather has been added to the Iron Lockbox drop table.

Mini map updated to show enemy locations, NPCs, and more.

Player names are now color-coded based on guild and friendship status.

New targeting UI displays information about targeted monsters.

A more detailed mini map showing enemy locations and NPCs.

New zoom button allows players to zoom in when in Haven.

Maskwell now trades Cake Helms and Anniversary Prize boxes for cake slices.

Introduction of Pembrooke, the Spookat caretaker, and Montague, a token trader for Ancient Page tokens.

New monster type, the Black Kat, which delivers curse damage and replaces Spookat-type monsters in Tier 2 or Tier 3 levels.

Introduction of the Black Kat monster type, which delivers curse damage and replaces Spookat-type monsters in Tier 2 and Tier 3 levels.

Introduction of Pembrooke, the Spookat caretaker, and Montague, the token trader for Ancient Page tokens.

Knights can now explore the newly accessible Archives area of Moorcroft Manor, featuring Ancient Grimoires and Black Kats.

A limited-time event featuring a horde of cursed Black Kats invading the Clockworks, running until February 13th.

New high-quality Kat-themed helms available from Montague.

New decoration schemes and Environment themes for Guild Halls, including weather conditions.

New decoration themes and environmental themes for Guild Halls, allowing for weather conditions inside.

New crafting station for creating Kat Gear.

New high-quality Kat-themed helms and furniture available from Montague.

A new limited-time event featuring an invasion of Black Kats in the Clockworks, running until February 13th.

Knights can now explore the newly accessible Archives in Moorcroft Manor, encountering Ancient Grimoires and Black Kats.

A new crafting station where players can create Kat Gear.

A series of rank missions will be available in Haven to introduce players to Battle Sprites.

Rank missions will serve as tutorials for the starter Battle Sprites.

Battle Sprites provide additional firepower and abilities, allowing for more strategic gameplay.

Battle Sprites can add firepower or buff players against enemy attacks, enhancing group synergy.

Drakon, Seraphynx, and Maskeraith are the three starter Battle Sprites with unique abilities.

New companions that evolve, level-up, and gain skills to assist players in combat.

New companions that evolve, level-up, and gain skills to assist players in combat.

Players can choose from Drakon, Seraphynx, and Maskeraith, each with unique abilities.