Hello, this is PD Xenon.

First of all, we would like to express my sincere gratitude to all the Captains for the anticipation and interest you've shown ahead of the August update. Today, We’d like to share the details of the upcoming update, including additional improvements to the Sanctuary of Warriors and the introduction of the Wishlist feature.

Additionally, we are excited to bring you news about the upcoming 100-day anniversary event, which will feature new stories, costumes for heroes, artifacts, and more enriched content. 

Please look forward to it!

1. Sanctuary of the Warriors Improvements

In this update, the newly added equipment slots will be for the Chest and Legs.

We plan to continue expanding the obtainable equipment slots sequentially, enhancing the enjoyment of tackling the Sanctuary of the Warriors. 

The daily entry limit will be increased from 2 to 3 times, and we will continuously work on making farming more accessible and enjoyable through various methods.

Regarding the current entry conditions based on combat power, there was considerable discussion at the time of launch.

After considering the need for convenient entry, difficulty level distinctions, and minimizing player fatigue, we decided on entry conditions that allow for easy clearing with appropriate compositions.

However, in response to feedback that the requirements for farming 3rd to 4th stage Legendary equipment are burdensome, we plan to increase the reflection rate of critical hit chance artifacts and combat keystones to help you acquire higher-grade equipment. 

This adjustment is targeted for implementation on the 29th of next week.

The Sanctuary of the Warriors is still in its early stages, and there are many areas for improvement, such as the diversity of equipment options and changes in difficulty after entry. We promise to continuously improve the content based on your feedback, ensuring that we provide an even more enjoyable experience.

2. Introduction to the Wishlist System

1. Concept

We aim to introduce a growth-oriented Wishlist system that allows you to gradually create your own customized summoning pool while performing general hero summons, adding an element of personalized enjoyment.

2. Details

The Wishlist system unlocks at Summon Level 4, allowing you to select designated characters based on their attributes. 

You can summon heroes exclusively from this list. As your summoning count accumulates, you’ll be able to lock certain slots within the list, increasing the chances of acquiring the specific heroes you desire. 

This feature enables you to build a summoning pool tailored to attribute-based content, such as the Sanctuary of the Warriors or the upcoming Ishmael's Lair.

3. Introduction to the 100-Day Event Concept

① Bunny X Bunny Island

• In this event, we will unveil a new story and the latest appearances of the heroes from the Apocalypse 7 on Bunny X Bunny Island.

② Costume Acquisition

• Obtain the costumes for Kai’lum, Talon, and Orchid through summoning and diamonds. 
• Meanwhile, the costumes for Xenon, Sarkina, Vella, and Hakan will be available through the event.

③ Artifact and Base Updates

• This event also includes new content related to artifacts and bases, so please look forward to it.

4. Preview of New Characters

1. Apocalypse 7

The Apocalypse 7 have appeared in Gran Saga as formidable characters, each with their own stories, posing a significant threat to the Knights of Ras. They played a crucial role in the story of Emperor Gerus. 

In this event, all members of Apocalypse 7, including those who have not yet been revealed in the original storyline, will make an appearance. We hope you look forward to the new stories they will bring.

2. Character Introductions

We will introduce each character in sequence. The Apocalypse 7 will be released with a balanced distribution across attributes, and they are designed to maintain equilibrium in their attributes and roles.

• Caelum: Caelum is a fire attribute character with a "DPS-Tank" hybrid concept. He’s set to showcase a powerful new form. As previous featured characters were mostly focused on dealing damage, Kai’lum is anticipated to bring new hope to the defender lineup.

• Orchid and Xenon: Orchid and Xenon have been introduced to fill the previously underrepresented roles of Earth and Water attribute DPS characters. They cover wide areas in their respective forms, and their strength is undeniable.

• Sarcina: Like Caelum, Sarcina is also a fire attribute character but with a focus on long-range damage. She is expected to lead the new era of fire attribute characters alongside Caelum.
  
  
  

5. Update Direction After the 29th

Starting after the 29th, we will be rolling out new content and gradually implementing the features we previously promised. 

Below are the key updates that you can expect:

1. Enhanced Idle Rewards

We’ve significantly improved the quality of daily accumulated rewards by adding diamonds, hero summoning tickets, and artifact summoning tickets. This enhancement aims to make idle play more beneficial for your growth.

2. Dungeon Expansion

To mitigate the sense of stagnation experienced by players who have quickly reached the highest levels, we are expanding the difficulty of dungeons. We are also preparing a dungeon renewal that will include limited rewards and new features to enhance the fun of progressing, which we plan to introduce soon.

3. Arena Improvements

We will be introducing a continuous auto-battle feature to increase convenience. Additionally, improvements are underway for the higher-tier arenas to allow for more strategic and systematic battle sequences.

6. Future Direction

Our top priority is adjusting the balance among various growth elements and ensuring the satisfaction of high-level commanders. 

We are currently reviewing the value differences among star-rated artifacts and stats, and we aim to provide you with more detailed information on this soon.

Furthermore, to offer new challenges and satisfaction for those who have invested significant resources and time, we are preparing various content such as World Challenges, Server Defense Battles, and high-tier arenas. These will be paired with a reward system that matches the difficulty level, and we will swiftly address any shortcomings.

We sincerely thank all the Captains who have shown us so much love and support. 

Through this update and the upcoming 100-day special event, we are committed to delivering improved and richer content for your enjoyment. 

We will continue to listen to your valuable feedback and work towards ongoing development.

Thank you.