Public Forum

State of the Game Update

TLDR: New Battle Pyramid is live; new PVP game modes are in development; Raids have been a success; Damage Reduction is within expectations. New PVP-only materials are coming, and while silver costs will increase, silver will be easier to gain through PVP.

The last month has seen significant upheaval in the combat formula and damage reduction. We are finally in a stable place where changes should become less frequent. I apologize for the headaches caused during this adaptation period.

Combat and Balance

• Damage Reduction: Currently in a good spot; we are continuously monitoring damage levels for fine-tuning.
• Bloodlines: Performing largely within expectations. While some vary in strength, there are no massive outliers tilting combat, though satisfaction issues will be addressed later.

Raids and Materials

Recent bug fixes have stabilized the raid experience. We are walking back the previous policy regarding material trading between alternate accounts in favor of a better system:

• Raid Benefits: Raids provide silver, buffs, and materials.
• Reruns: There will be one singular rerun for those who missed the initial window.
• Battle Pyramid: Following the rerun, a Battle Pyramid will be released featuring the raid boss as the final encounter, allowing players to grind materials at their own pace.

PVE vs. PVP Philosophy

While TNR is a PVP game at its core, the recent influx of PVE content fulfills long-promised systems essential to the game's identity. We aim to balance both sides so every player can enjoy a complete experience.

We recognize that the current "travel and attack" PVP philosophy can feel outdated and like a chore. To revitalize this, our future plans include:

• Clan Battles: Returning with high-tier rewards.
• New Modes: Ranked Squad Battles, King of the Hill, and MPVP integration into general combat.
• Economy: Silver will be easier to earn via PVP, though this will lead to an increase in overall silver costs.
• Exclusive Loot: Introduction of a new material found strictly through PVP interaction.

Developer Note: I apologize for any impulsive or unprofessional moments during the recent stressful updates. This month looks promising, and I want to thank the coding, event, and content teams for their hard work.