Maintenance kicks off on October 22 at 23:00 UTC and wraps up by October 23 at 04:00 UTC, so plan your sessions accordingly. Once live, you'll dive into mechanics that reward smart positioning even more, especially with the new amulets and Courier Pact systems in Rift Traversal. Amulets let you customize buffs for your playstyle, while Courier Pacts add pre-match tactics to gear up faster.
New Gameplay Twists
Voidwhisper Hospital shakes things up in Survival and Rift Traversal modes. It's a limited-time spot where you explore to track down Li Huowang for rewards—think rare loot that could turn a tough fight in your favor. This adds a layer of risk-reward to your runs, pushing you to detour from the main action without derailing your overall strategy.
What Does Aquila's Past Mean for Rift Traversal?
Aquila's Past isn't just a map swap; it introduces mechanics that tie into the game's fantasy lore, like environmental hazards and buffs that encourage aggressive parkour plays. If you're into high-mobility builds, this could make grappling hook chains even deadlier, forcing opponents to adapt or get outmaneuvered.
Hero and Weapon Tweaks
Balance changes hit heroes like Akos Hu and Wuchen hard. Akos Hu's combos get frame adjustments for smoother chains, while Wuchen's abilities see cooldown tweaks that might shift him from a defensive staple to more offensive viability. Weapons aren't spared—Whipsword multipliers drop slightly to curb spam, and Flying Knives gain precision boosts for ranged harass.
How Will These Balances Affect Your Builds?
These adjustments aim to diversify the meta. If you've been relying on Whipsword for easy crowd control, you'll need to mix in more skill shots now. On the flip side, underused heroes like those with the new Vajra Warrior transforms could see a resurgence, opening up fresh team comps in squads.
Season and Store Shifts
Trailblazer Season wraps on October 23 at 00:00 UTC, paving the way for The Unruly Immortals themed content. Expect wardrobe updates and events like Bizarre Quest for Truth running until November 12. Store additions include Sentimental Blades, perfect for collectors chasing that fantasy aesthetic.
This update refines Naraka: Bladepoint's core loop, making every duel feel more strategic. Jump in post-maintenance to test how these changes hit your favorite setups.