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Roadmap update + New Hero Preview (Arven)

[p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]We are thrilled to finally reveal the future of Astral Ascent with our official 2026 Roadmap! Since our 1.0 launch, we have been hard at work expanding the Astral Prison, adding new ways to fight the Zodiacs, and growing this incredible universe. [/p][p]That's countless escape attempts, thousands of Papa Yalee stories discovered, and millions of spells cast in the Garden. It’s been an incredible journey, and we want to say a huge THANK YOU for your long-standing support![/p][p]As revealed in the video, a new challenger is breaking into the prison...[/p][p][/p][h2]Arven the Wolf Blade is coming in only 2 months on May 14![/h2][p][/p][p]We are very happy to announce that you can now wishlist Arven - The Wolf Blade. [/p][p][/p][p]You can get this DLC for FREE if you backed the Fallen Fates's Kickstarter at the Loner Pack tier or above. Check our Fallen Fates Kickstarter page for late pledge![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]ARVEN, THE WOLF BLADE - [/h3][p]Play as Arven, a Ranger of relentless determination who heard of a group of heroes trapped within an Astral Prison. Fighting alongside the wolf Kat, his hunting companion, this new hero had no other choice but to lend his blade to those fighting for their survival.[/p][p][/p][p]Arven is a character from Fallen Fates, the upcoming action RPG by Hibernian Workshop.[/p][p][/p][h3]DLC CONTENT -[/h3][p] [/p]
  • [p]Brand new mechanic - Arven never travels without Kat. Traverse the astral prisons in good company with this wolf who will follow you throughout your escape attempts. (Compatible with the Celestial Heaven DLC: your pet and Kat will follow you side by side).[/p][p][/p]
  • [p]25 new unique spells - use the greatsword to create powerful slashes, moves nimbly while setting up explosive traps, and more![/p]
  • [p]Signature Spell - throws a hook onto an enemy and dashes towards them, while summoning Kat to assist you in battle and follow you around the battlefield. [/p]
  • [p]30 Associated Perks to adapt Arven's Signature Spell to your playstyle.[/p][p] [/p]
  • [p]2 Weapons types for different playstyles : [/p]
    • [p]Alpha Sword - medium-range attacks swinging and slashing enemies. [/p]
    • [p]Ethereal Missiles - use magic to shoot powerful blasts of energy from a long range. [/p]
  • [p]6 Weapon Passives - Each weapon comes with 3 unique passives, making Arven and Kat an even deadlier duo. [/p]
  • [p]Stellar Voice Acting - Arven is fully voiced in Japanese and English by the incredibly talented Tagui Omi and Ben Starr, respectively. [/p]
  • [p]New Papa Yalee Stories - 4 new stories to learn about Arven and Kat's mysterious origins.[/p]
  • [p] Cinematics and ending screens - brand new cinematics and a new ending screen have been added for Arven![/p][p][/p][h3]ADDITION TO THE BASE GAME - [/h3][p][/p][p]Even if you do not own the DLC, you still will be able to- [/p]
    • [p]See Arven hanging out in the Garden.[/p]
    • [p]Collect and use 2 Arven Echoes during the runs.[/p]
    • [p]Fight Arven's Shadow Clone.[/p]
[h2]Also coming on May 14 for FREE:[/h2][p]And that's not all! This update comes with completely FREE content for some guaranteed epic new runs ! A huge rework of the perks system ! So much is still under wraps, but bear with us, we'll be back soon with more info![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Roadmap 2026[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p]More to come this year with :[/p]
  • [p]Steam Workshop integration[/p]
  • [p]??? Mysterious update ???[/p]
  • [p]Boss Rush [/p]
[p]Follow us on Youtube, we will soon post DevLogs videos to show you more ! [/p][p]We hope you are as excited as us for the upcoming updates! Have an excellent day, [/p][p]- The Hibernian Workshop Team[/p]