Lost Ark News

[h2][/h2][p][/p][p]Heroes of Arkesia,[/p][p][/p][p]There have been exciting moments on the battlefield in the race against Kazeros, along with dramatic moments off of the battlefield, but the time to open The First Mode to a wider group of players has arrived. We previously announced that after the top 10 teams in each region have been identified, the next weekly maintenance will unlock the First After Race, an ongoing mode where players can compete for class-based leaderboards based around clear time. Unfortunately, due to our version of Lost Ark having multiple regions, we cannot open the after race separately in the regions, it needs to be done at the same time.[/p][p][/p][p]We’ve seen many requests from players who want to experience The First Mode, but want the damage increase that Ark Grid provides to help ease the difficulty slightly. While North America has the Top 10 locked in, there are still a few slots open in Europe. We will be giving the European region until the next maintenance to vie for the remaining leaderboard spots. The race will officially end, regardless of the number of eligible teams who have cleared, when weekly maintenance begins on December 24.[/p][p][/p][p]During that maintenance, we will enable the First After Race, along with the ability for the Ark Grid system to be used in Kazeros The First. This will allow a wider range of players to attempt this special difficulty, and we’re also excited to see the beginning of the in-game leaderboards. Heroes at the top of leaderboard each week will earn temporary cosmetics, and those at the top when The First Mode ends (date to be determined) will earn the cosmetics (such as an insignia and class symbol) in perpetuity. The Ark Grid will become enabled for this mode.[/p][p][/p][p]As a reminder, disqualifications are based solely on violations of the five conditions we set forth for the race as well as our Code of Conduct and Terms of Service, not player reports or leaderboard positioning. Our review process involves multiple independent team members examining account behavior, transaction patterns, and gameplay data. We do not discuss specific cases publicly, but all disqualifications are supported by clear evidence of policy violations.[/p][p][/p][p]Congratulations to those who have participated in an eligible clear, and good luck players in the European Region this week! We have the cosmetic items ready for 1st - 6th place winners in North America, along with 1st - 5th place winners in Europe, and we will be distributing them this week. The rest of the custom rewards will be prepared in the coming weeks as we await the final week of clears in Europe, and will be distributed in early to mid January.[/p][p][/p][p]Thanks for your support, and we’ll see you in Arkesia.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Heroes of Arkesia,[/h3][p][/p][p]New solo challenges and a variety of progression updates arrive to help adventurers prepare for the battle at Diaspero against the Lord of the Abyss and his forces.[/p][p][/p][p]Downtime will begin on December 17 at 12AM PT (8AM UTC) and is expected to last 8 hours. With new permanent system changes to help progression for all players, and the latest round of super-charged progression events, a journey to challenge the latest raids is open for all. Read on for the full list of new content, events, store offerings, and other changes here.[/p]

[p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]The holidays are coming to Arkesia. Tis the season for the new Steaming Hot Spring event, new Solo challenges, progression updates, and more alongside winter festivities. Join Roxx and Matt for a look at what’s coming soon in the Winter’s Wrath monthly update, plus when to expect our next roadmap video. For those interested in a new pet, Bread Dog cannot wait for your companionship.[/p][p][/p][p]It’s been another wonderful year in Arkesia, from exploring Rimeria, to joining the battlefield as the Valkyrie, and finally facing Kazeros. As always, thank you for your continued support and feedback. Have a happy holidays![/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p]Heroes of Arkesia,[/p][p]Race to clear Kazeros the First for prestigious rewards, check out the Monarch skins showcase, and more. Downtime will begin on December 3 at 12AM PT (8AM UTC), and last approximately 4 hours. May the best group win this special event![/p][p][/p][p]The race to clear the most difficult version of Kazeros Raid Denouement: Final Day will begin on December 3 at 10AM PT (6PM UTC). Vanquishing Kazeros in this special version will pose quite a challenge, even for the best raiders in Lost Ark.[/p][p][/p][p]Leaderboards will celebrate the top 10 teams from each in-game region (North America and Europe) throughout the race and beyond. It may take some time for groups to be added to the leaderboard, as each group will need to be reviewed to ensure they meet the conditions. For more details on the rules and requirements, view the event announcement article.[/p][p][/p][h3]Regional Rewards[/h3][p][/p][p]Players in North America and Europe will compete against other players in their region for the following rewards:[/p]

• [p]First Place in each region - Portal Statue[/p]
• [p]Special Animated Titles[/p]
  • [p]Top 1 – Kazeros The First[/p]
  • [p]Top 2 – Kazeros The Second[/p]
  • [p]Top 3 – Kazeros The Third[/p]
  • [p]Top 4 - 10 – Kazeros Top 10[/p]
• [p]Stronghold Structure[/p]
  • [p]Will have the players names etched into it along side their clear time. Users can see the information when interacting with the Stronghold Structure.[/p]
  • [p]Rank 1 - Unique 1st place Structure[/p]
  • [p]Rank 2 & 3 - Structure unique to places 2 & 3[/p]
  • [p]Rank 4 - 10 - Structure unique to places 4 - 10[/p]
• [p]Adventure Banner[/p]
  • [p]Rank 1 - Unique[/p]
  • [p]Rank 2 & 3 - Banner unique to places 2 & 3[/p]
  • [p]Rank 4 - 10 - Banner unique to places 4 - 10[/p]

[p]Please note that it will take several weeks to receive the top 10 rewards. However, upon clear, all players who vanquish the special difficulty will receive a chest titled “Clear: Kazeros The First". It contains the following:[/p]

• [p]Title "Lord of the Abyss"[/p]
• [p]MVP Background: Final Day[/p]
• [p]Mount: Brilliant Wings[/p]
• [p]Lounge: Fortress of Destruction[/p]
• [p]Insignia "Conqueror: Kazeros The First Difficulty"[/p]
• [p]100,000 Gold[/p]

[p][/p][h3]The First Mode General Notes[/h3][p][/p][p]To enter, players much reach Item Level 1740 or higher and clear Act 4: Fortress of Destruction – Hard Difficulty (Gate 1 & 2). The First difficulty is treated separately from Normal/Hard in terms of entry count and rewards. Entry is limited to once per week per character. Rewards can be obtained once per roster during the entire event period.[/p][p][/p][p]The Ark Grid effect is disabled during the Kazeros The First event. It will be re-enabled after the event ends. The First difficulty does not have revives. Extreme coordination and survival are required.[/p][p][/p][h3]Monarch Skins Showcase[/h3][p]One armor darker than the depths of Kazeros’ malice. Another brighter than the brilliance of the heroes’ ambition. Which will you wear to usher in a new age of Arkesia?[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]We can’t wait to watch everyone face Kazeros The First and look forward to your triumphs![/p]

[p][/p][h3]Heroes of Arkesia,[/h3][p][/p][p]The Day of Prophecy is upon us. Only you can determine the fate of Arkesia.[/p][p][/p][p]This update introduces the Kazeros Raid Act 4: Fortress of Destruction, Kazeros Raid Denouement - Final Day, the Ark Grid system, Paradise Season 2, the Kazeros Challenge event, Diaspero Clear event, and more. Downtime will begin on November 19 at 12AM PT (8AM UTC) and is expected to last 7 hours. Read on for the full list of new content, events, store offerings, and other changes here.[/p]