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🌟 Addressing recent discussions in the Community 🌟

Greetings Warlander!

Thank you so much for all of the support you have shown to Warlander. Your feedback has been incredibly valuable to us, and we're committed to addressing these topics.

We hear your feedback, and agree that getting new players into the game is a priority. We believe that there are things that need to improve within the game to make sure that when new players join they have a good time, and play for longer.
[h2]New Player Experience[/h2]
These past few weeks a lot of our focus has been set on the new player experience. Their first impression is important, so we've dedicated significant effort recently toward enhancing features such as the Tutorial and Matchmaking to ensure that new players aren't overwhelmed by more seasoned players.
[h2]Quality of Life (QoL) improvements[/h2]
To address the feedback for QoL improvements within the game, we first want to clarify that the teams working on expanding the game's content and adding new Maps are distinct from the teams dedicated to adding QoL improvements such as UI and Balancing. Both are important and we're committed to enhancing the gameplay experience on all aspects.

Regarding the priority of these topics, we hear your feedback and we’re making adjustments internally to shift our efforts to QoL improvements.

Previously, a lot of our effort has been set on the Arena mode, to make sure it is a fun experience when it's released. Now that Arena Mode is nearing completion this team now has more time to focus on QoL improvements, such as Renaming Characters which was released recently.
[h2]Upcoming Features / Changes[/h2]
We're actively developing some of the most requested features based on your feedback, and we're excited to provide you with updates on our progress.
[h3]CrossParty[/h3]
CrossParty is a significant focus for us, We've taken your frustrations and feedback seriously. Implementing CrossParty functionality is a complex feature and we’re working tirelessly to get this to you as soon as possible. We're currently aiming for CrossParty to be implemented This Season.
[h3]Voice Chat[/h3]
We've been working on finding the best way to make Voice Chat and Communication work within Warlander considering the team sizes. We're planning on releasing this together with CrossParty.
[h2]Known Issues we’re looking into[/h2]
We have heard your frustrations of issues within the game recently, and are working to address these. Some notable Issues that we’re working on are:
β€’ Melee Combat/Collision (Fixed on 11. Sep.)
β€’ Hymn of War (Fixed on 15. Sep.)
β€’ Reserved Matchmaking Issues
β€’ Changing brightness bug
[h2]Q&A Answers[/h2]
Thank you for all of the questions you guys have sent in during the Q&A and we apologize for the wait you’ve had to endure during this time.

These questions sparked a lot of conversations internally and provoked a change in our timeline and priorities to make this game the best it can be. Unfortunately this meant, many of the answers to your questions which were already in progress had become either obsolete all-together or required significant editing.

Therefore the Q&A answers will be run out in two parts, as we want to answer as many of your questions as possible, and as quickly as possible. The first part will come out later this season.



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🌟 Replacing Sentry Anti-Cheat with Denuvo 🌟

Greetings Warlander!

Next Week, Warlander's Steam version will begin with testing the anti-cheat software "Denuvo" in the user environment.

The intention, if all goes to plan, is to replace Sentry entirely with Denuvo.

During the test, both Denuvo and Sentry will be running.

The Sentry launcher may be turned off, but this does not mean that Sentry is uninstalled.

After the test, if we make the final decision whether to implement Denuvo over Sentry or not, we will publish the procedure for uninstalling Sentry again.

Denuvo will need to be installed once it's been implemented.

The following is an FAQ regarding the introduction of Denuvo.

If you're having any issues during this trial period, don't hesitate to reach out to our player support:
https://to.plaion.com/WarlanderSupport


[h2]How does Denuvo work?[/h2]

Denuvo, like other anti-cheat services monitors a player’s game and detects unauthorized use of third-party programs or modifications.

[h2]Does Denuvo affect game performance?[/h2]

Denuvo anti-cheat solution does not interfere with the regular operation of the game and does not cause errors or reduce stability to system performance.

[h2]Do I need to install Denuvo?[/h2]

Denuvo is installed with the user's permission the first time the Denuvo-supported Warlander is launched.

[h2]Can I uninstall Denuvo?[/h2]

Yes, you can uninstall Denuvo with the standard Windows features.

However, if you launch Warlander after uninstalling Denuvo, you will be prompted to re-install it; playing Warlander will require Denuvo to be installed.

[h2]What is the Anti-Cheat SDK? / How does it work?[/h2]

Anti-cheat SDK solution secures online gameplay mechanics that reward offline progress.

It protects sensitive game logic and data, prevents cheaters from changing a sensitive variable, such as decrypting saved games or modifying network traffic, and also provides protection against the most common cheat tools.

[h2]Is anti-cheat software in kernel mode safe?[/h2]

Running the driver component in kernel-mode can raise concerns, but kernel-level access is needed to detect cheaters effectively.

It’s worth mentioning that the most popular multiplayer games have adopted kernel-mode anti-cheat for effective protection.

Read more here about kernel access and games that use this:
https://blog.irdeto.com/video-gaming/denuvo-anti-cheat-why-we-chose-to-use-a-windows-kernel-mode-driver-in-our-solution/




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🌟 Weekend Campaign 🌟

Greetings Warlander!


Starting at 9:00 am on September 29th, 2023 (Fri.) until 8:59 am on October 2th, 2023 (Mon.), get ready for the Reward Boost Event in Warlander!

Unlock an Extra Reward after Every Battle!

Make sure you don't let this slip by!



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🌟 New skill "Wave Blaster" revealed! 🌟

Greetings Warlander!

The all-new Mage Skill Wave Blaster is on its way!


This Skill allows Mages to compress swirling air currents and then fire them all at once as a giant projectile to break enemy guards from a distance.

Manipulate the raging air currents to shatter even iron-clad defenses!

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Shop Rotation Times are Changing


The update time of products in the store will be changed to 12:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 (UTC).

Before change: 12:00 am (UTC)
After the change: 9:00 am (UTC)

Thank you for playing Warlander.



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🌟 Mage Bundle, Divine hammer adjustments and Weekend Campaign! 🌟

Greetings Warlander!

Introducing the new bundle for the Mage - Robe: the 'Mountain God Envoy Bundle'!


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[h2]πŸ“… Sales Period:[/h2]
From 9/21 2:00 am to 10/23 11:59 am

[h2]πŸ’° Prices:[/h2]
Mythic: 1260 Goldings
Prestige: 1130 Goldings
Rare: 1040 Goldings
Common: 990 Goldings

Get ready tp upgrade your Mage's magical style!



Divine Hammer Adjustments


In order to give clerics a wider range of skill options, the Divine Hammer will be adjusted in terms of ease of use and power.

The number of stages in the Hammer's buildup has been adjusted from 3 to 2.

The damage reaction of the attack without buildup has been changed from a rollback to a small blowout.

CP Adjustment
  • Lv1: 45 β‡’ 30
  • Lv2: 60 β‡’ 60
  • Lv3: 110 β‡’ 100
  • Lv4: 155 β‡’ 115
  • Lv5: 175 β‡’ 125
Damage Adjustment
  • Lv1: 30/40 β‡’ 40/50
  • Lv2: 32.25/43 β‡’ 46/57.5
  • Lv3: 39.75/53 β‡’ 54/67.5
  • Lv4: 46.5/62 β‡’ 57/71.25
  • Lv5: 49.5/66 β‡’ 59/73.75
Adjustment of heel amount
  • Lv1: 90/120 β‡’ 160/200
  • Lv2: 96.75/129 β‡’ 184/230
  • Lv3: 119.25/159 β‡’ 216/270
  • Lv4: 139.5/186 β‡’ 228/285
  • Lv5: 148.5/198 β‡’ 236/295




Weekend Campaign


The Character EXP Up & Season Pass EXP Up Campaigns run this weekend from 9:00 am September 22nd (Fri.) - 8:59, September 25th (Mon.) UTC!

Characters and the Season Pass gain 25% more EXP!





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