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[p]Greetings Swordsmen![/p][p]We’ve made some fixes and optimizations in this update to improve your experience.[/p][p]Below are the details:[/p][p][/p][h3]Bug Fixes[/h3]

• [p]Fixed a bug where the "Grandmaster Friend" achievement would not unlock after fully upgrading Bu Weiyue’s meridians.
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• [p]Fixed an issue where, at level 5 of Hegemonic Spearplay, the effects of Foresight and Formidable Defense would not continue stacking if there was only one turn left and the character was standing still.
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• [p]Fixed a bug where Ouyang Xue would not receive three items during sparring when the Toxicant Pendant was in her inventory and the inventory expansion had been unlocked.
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• [p]Fixed an issue where having duplicate quest items for "The Eight Immortals' Artifacts" would cause the related quest to be accepted multiple times.
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• [p]Fixed an issue where failing to perfectly complete Pili School would prevent unlocking the side quest "Vib Daox's Assassination" in the Archive.
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• [p]Fixed incorrect descriptions for some newly added fish in the fishing manual.
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• [p]Fixed an error where Resolute Stoneform was incorrectly displayed as an NPC-exclusive martial art in the Archive.
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• [p]Fixed a visual issue where equipping both Mistveil Wave Dance and Conquest Expedition strategies could leave behind afterimages.
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[hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Optimization Fixes[/h3]

• [p]Optimized the level 10 effect description for Baidi Sword Formation. The coordinated attack trigger range now reads “within a cross-shaped five-tile radius centered on the target.” (Text-only change; no effect on gameplay.)
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• [p]Optimized the description for Siege Piercer. Changed “when using other spear/staff moves next turn” to “the next time you use any other spear/staff move.” (Text-only change; no effect on gameplay.)
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• [p]Corrected several typos.
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[hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Attempted Fixes[/h3]

• [p]Attempted to fix an issue where Di Zui's attributes became abnormal after completing the side quest "Re-visit Bitterwater Village."
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• [p]Attempted to fix a possible crash when entering the forest during the "Qingyun Fan Art" training quest.
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• [p]Attempted to fix an issue where a duplicate Lianxin could appear after the rocking chair gift event in the home area.
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[hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]New Features & Enhancements[/h3]

• [p]Manual Save File Naming: You can now rename save files manually by clicking "Rename" in the save/load screen and typing in a custom name. (This feature is not yet supported on Steam Deck but will be included in a future update.)
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• [p]Inventory Sorting in Shops: When opening a shop, any items in your inventory that are also sold by the shop will automatically appear at the top of your inventory panel, making it easier to check what you already own.
  
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[hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Update Notes[/h3]

• [p]If you’ve previously installed mods, this update may cause compatibility issues that prevent the game from launching or lead to errors during gameplay. If you encounter such issues, uninstall all mods by going to your game directory (Right-click Wandering Sword in your Steam Library → Manage → Browse Local Files) and delete all contents inside the folder:
  Wandering_Sword\\Content\\Paks
  Then verify the integrity of your game files and restart the game.
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• [p]If Steam fails to update the game, try deleting the steam.cfg file in your Steam folder and restart Steam. Make sure your Steam client is up to date.
  Note: Steam no longer supports Windows 7 and Windows 8 as of January 1, 2024. If the issue persists, please check your system version.
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• [p]For users with frequent crashes on Intel 13th or 14th Gen CPUs: download Intel XTU and set the “Performance Core Ratio” to 45–46. This will help prevent Unreal Engine crashes for a few days. If the issue reoccurs, repeat this setting.[/p]

[hr][/hr][p][/p][h3]Stay updated by following us on our socials[/h3][p]That wraps up today’s update. Thank you for your ongoing support and patience as we continue refining Wandering Sword. We hope you enjoy your adventures across the Eastern Sea, uncover new secrets, and forge your path with blade and spirit. As always, we welcome your feedback and look forward to crossing paths with you again in the world of wuxia.[/p][p]Twitter | Discord[/p][p]

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[p]Hello swordsmen![/p][p]We've made several fixes and optimizations in this update. Details are as follows:[/p][hr][/hr][h3]🔧 Bug Fixes[/h3]

• [p]Fixed an issue where items could not be sold individually in the trading interface and only bulk/quick selling was available.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]⚙️ Optimizations[/h3]

• [p]Increased the batch limit for forging, tailoring, alchemy, cooking, trading, and using items to 1000 per action to help prevent crashes.[/p]
• [p]Attempted to improve issues where the battlefield may display abnormal visuals (e.g., screen tearing, black screens, or white screens). You can reduce the likelihood of this happening by disabling the “Ultimate Skill Effects” option in Settings → Other Settings.[/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]📌 Update Notes[/h3][p]If you previously installed any mods, the update may cause compatibility issues that prevent the game from launching or trigger errors during gameplay. If this occurs, we recommend uninstalling all mods:[/p]

1. [p]Go to your game library → right-click Wandering Sword → Manage → Browse local files[/p]
2. [p]Delete all contents under this path: Wandering_Sword\\Content\\Paks[/p]
3. [p]Verify the integrity of your game files and restart the game.[/p]

[p]If Steam fails to update the game, try deleting the steam.cfg file in your Steam directory, then restart Steam and check for updates.
Please note: Steam no longer supports Windows 7 and Windows 8 as of January 1, 2024. If deleting the config file doesn’t help, please check your operating system version.[/p][hr][/hr][h3]💬 Feedback & Support[/h3][p]If you encounter any issues or bugs during your journey through the martial world, feel free to report them through our \[bug report form] or leave a comment in the Steam discussion board.
We’ll continue working hard to bring you a better gameplay experience![/p][hr][/hr][p]Stay updated by following us on our socials[/p][p]That wraps up today’s update. Thank you for your ongoing support and patience as we continue refining Wandering Sword. We hope you enjoy your adventures across the Eastern Sea, uncover new secrets, and forge your path with blade and spirit. As always, we welcome your feedback and look forward to crossing paths with you again in the world of wuxia. [/p][p][/p][p]Twitter | Discord[/p]

[p]Greetings, Swordsmen![/p][p][/p][p]A new update has arrived with a host of fixes and improvements aimed at enhancing your journey through the martial world. Whether you're pursuing the main storyline or exploring side quests, these changes should provide a smoother and more enjoyable experience. Below are the full patch details:[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h3]Fixes[/h3]

• [p]Fixed a bug in \[MAIN STORY] Become Discipline Disciple where if you hadn’t officially defeated Master Daotong, the pre-requisite quest \[AFFILIATION QUEST] Daowei's Request for \[SIDE QUEST] Silk Feast might not trigger.
  (Players who are stuck at this stage and have completed Pili School and Myriad Shots, please head to the Swordplay Platform in the center of Wudang after updating to trigger Daowei's Request.)[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug in \[MAIN STORY] Jade Dragon's Roar where Yao Ji could not enter the Xuanhuo Cult after joining your party.[/p]
• [p]Fixed the incorrect usage condition for the Sacred Rippling Springs Spear Blueprint, it can now be used directly.[/p]
• [p]Fixed incorrect classification for Chaos Martial Codex - Yin and Chaos Martial Codex; both are now correctly listed under Xuanhuo Cultivation Method.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where equipping both Storm Gallop and Swaying Pines would increase skill cooldowns after triggering the linked movement effect.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug in the level 5 effect of Conquest Expedition, where movement was incorrectly reducing damage mitigation instead of increasing it.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where after Battle of Skylinemont or during the Shaolin infiltration storyline, Di Zui would not return the Bodhi Prayer Beads equipment as expected.[/p]
• [p]Fixed the achievement "Master Of Fist Techniques" not unlocking correctly.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where, after failing the quest \[SIDE QUEST] Silk Feast, parts of the quest could still incorrectly trigger in Hepu Manor.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the assassination cutscene involving Yao Ji at night in Hepu Manor could not be skipped.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a text error in the ultimate move of Song of the Phoenix.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the quest item Qingyun Fan Art could be used multiple times incorrectly.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where after using a Shen Pearl, the cultivation method slots wouldn’t refresh properly in the interface.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where Nameless Island and Immortal's Village functions could stop working after combat.[/p]
• [p]Fixed incorrect storage cap for harvest attempts on Nameless Island.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where using Seafood Egg Custard would not display buff stacks correctly, and incorrect HP would be restored after meditation.[/p]
• [p]Fixed description and classification errors for Stewed Five Sea Treasures in the cooking interface.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Mu Hanmei's cooking level being stuck at 0 (requires a new save file to take effect).[/p]
• [p]Fixed incorrect protagonist outfits in ending animations for The Martial Alliance Leader, The Martial World Leader, and Serenity Lake.[/p]
• [p]Fixed Lianxin's dialogue portrait being incorrect during the Silk Feast animation.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a display issue where Lü Xian'er's stat increase text did not show properly after completing Mu Ai’s trial (actual stats were still gained correctly).[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where healing Thunder Envoys would cause ally stat increase texts to repeat (actual effects were not duplicated).[/p]
• [p]Fixed UI box not displaying correctly when obtaining Eastern Sea Pearl during an appointment at Pingkang Inn (item was still properly received).[/p]
• [p]Added missing text description for Astral Mirage level 10 effect noting Agility +35 (text only, effect unchanged).[/p]
• [p]Added missing text description for Monkey Dance level 10 effect noting Agility +10 (text only, effect unchanged).[/p]
• [p]Fixed a description error for Drifting Cloud Tai Chi Fist and Drifting Cloud Tai Chi Swordplay level 10 effects.
  Changed from “Did not move and did not use any Martial Points this turn” to “Did not move or did not use any Martial Points” (text only, effect unchanged).[/p]
• [p]Fixed an incorrect skill range image for Shangqing Wind and Cloud Method.[/p]
• [p]Fixed display errors for new dish buff icons in Secrets of the Eastern Sea.[/p]
• [p]Fixed various typos.[/p][p][/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]Attempted Fixes[/h3]

• [p]Attempted to fix a bug where two duplicate party members could appear on Nameless Island.[/p]
• [p]Attempted to fix a bug where two instances of Bu Weiyue might appear in the cutscene at Immortal's Crossing.[/p]
• [p]Attempted to fix a softlock issue during the Bitterwater Village vs Kama fight when using Qingyun Fan Art - Immortal's Descent.[/p][p][/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]Optimizations[/h3]

• [p]A new pirate flagship boss has been added to the sea north of Immortal's Island, drops a random red Flower upon defeat.[/p]
• [p]Sandbox Battle Simulation stages now support a skip function.[/p]
• [p]Quick sell no longer requires selecting a quantity manually.[/p]
• [p]Forging, Tailor, Alchemy, and Cooking now support batch crafting.[/p]
• [p]A new Stage Station has been added in the Mirage Waters region. Interact with the courier on the nearby overworld map to activate it.[/p]
• [p]Simplified system text during “Learn All” actions.[/p]
• [p]In New Game+ runs, you can now skip all ending cutscenes and proceed directly to results.[/p]
• [p]Appointment reward for choosing the paper fan route has been updated to match the iron fan route.[/p]
• [p]Added right-click to close functionality in the Ancient Diagrams mini-game interface.[/p]
• [p]Added overall difficulty notes in the Mirage Realms UI.[/p][p][/p]

[hr][/hr][h3]Important Note[/h3][p]If you’ve installed any mods in your game directory previously, this update may cause errors or prevent the game from starting due to mod incompatibility.
To resolve this, please uninstall any mods you’ve added:
Go to your game library → Right-click Wandering Sword → Manage → Browse local files → Delete everything under Wandering_SwordContentPaks.[/p][p]Then, verify the integrity of the game files and restart the game.[/p][p]If Steam is unable to update the game, try deleting the steam.cfg file in your Steam folder and restart Steam.
Note: As of Jan 1, 2024, Steam no longer supports Windows 7 and Windows 8. If deleting steam.cfg doesn’t work, please verify your operating system version.[/p][hr][/hr][p][/p][p]That wraps up today’s update. Thank you for your ongoing support and patience as we continue refining Wandering Sword. We hope you enjoy your adventures across the Eastern Sea, uncover new secrets, and forge your path with blade and spirit. As always, we welcome your feedback and look forward to crossing paths with you again in the world of wuxia. 🗡️[/p][p][/p][p]Twitter | Discord[/p]

[p][/p][p]Greetings Swordsmen![/p][p][/p][p]We’ve made some fixes and optimizations in this update to improve your experience.[/p][p]Below are the details:[/p][p][/p][h2]BUG FIXES[/h2]

• [p]Fixed a bug where mistakenly accepting a Daowei’s Quest would cause players to miss the 'Silk Feast' quest line.\[For players who are in the process of advancing to Disciplinary Disciple in the main quest, have completed the prerequisites for 'Tales of the Martial Arts Families', and have already done 'Myriad Shots', after the update, please head to the area near the Wudang Sword Trial Platform. The erroneous quest will be automatically removed and replaced with a new ‘Daowei's Request’ Quest.][/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the item 'Jade Sculptor's Strike Manual Fragments' had incorrect text descriptions and could be used on teammates other than those of the fist type.\[For players who have already used it incorrectly, please go to Blossom Trail on the world map. The mislearned 'Jade Sculptor's Strike' will be automatically removed from the teammate, and an 'Incomplete Jade Sculpting Manual' will be returned.][/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where Bu Weiyue would not appear after leaving the team and moving to Immortal's Crossing.\[For players who have already had her leave the team, please go to the Immortal's Crossing, and Bu Weiyue will automatically appear.][/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where some side quest might fail to trigger.\[Mo Wen only needs 90 Affection to survive. For players stuck at 80 Affection due to the bug and who missed the quest, please fill up the bug report sheet here: bug report form][/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue with the Immortal's Crossing pirate insider quest where obtaining and using the quest item ‘Ambergris Sachet’ too early would prevent the next stage from triggering.\[For players already stuck in this quest, you can now interact directly with the next-stage NPC without needing the sachet.][/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug in 'Silk Feast' quest line where, if the protagonist learns the skill ‘Supreme Blaze’ and chooses the romance route, Yao Ji might fail to comprehend the 'Chaos Martial Codex'.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug where the 'Astral Shrine' was incorrectly displayed in the Inheritance Library interface.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug in ‘Secrets of the Eastern Sea’ where, after defeating the Yin-Yang School, players who met the teammate requirements could not trigger the campfire event with their teammates. Players who have already completed the quest will unlock the corresponding Codex entry after the update.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug during the 'Jade Dragon Roar' stage of the main story where, if Lü Xian'er had already learned 'Pearflower Spear - Ultimate', the subsequent story events (including the ending cutscene) would not progress correctly.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug in the Codex where items under the item category were incorrectly shown as unlocked even if they hadn't been obtained yet (visual issue only, does not affect actual progress tracking).[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the skill 'Mistveil Wave Dance' did not trigger the Level 7 effect during the first turn.[/p]
• [p]Fixes an issue where the Level 7 effect of Five Balances Sutra sometimes failed to trigger in Real-Time Mode.[/p]
• [p]Fixes an issue where the quest icon did not appear above the constable's head when the quest The Pirate Insider was available.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the 'Master of Fist Techniques' achievement would not unlock correctly.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the skill icon for 'Skypiercer Thrust' had the wrong color.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where entering the pharmacy in Pingkang City could mistakenly trigger the cutscene of first meeting Bu Weiyue from the 'Eastern Sea Pearl' storyline.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the 'Century-old Legacy' quest from 'Secret of The Eastern Sea' was not properly closed after entering the Southern Chronicles main storyline.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the Master of Yin-Yin-Yang School's Max Qi value was incorrect.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where Shangguan Hong's outfit was incorrect during the gatekeeping cutscene with Sima Ling in the Southern Chronicles main storyline.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where Lu Xian er’s outfit was incorrect during the battle against Yuan forces at Xungu Pass.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the dialogue with the Sweeper Elder beneath the Jade Pavilion stairs could still be triggered after completing the 'Silk Feast' event.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the Ye siblings could possibly overlap at the He Pu Manor training ground.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the character portrait in the character menu would not update when changing outfits.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Attempted Fixes in This Update[/h2]

• [p]Attempted to fix a bug where the protagonist’s outfit could not be changed after completing the side quest in Leijia Village and the main story flashback in Liao City.\[If the issue still occurs after the update, please fill up the bug report sheet here: bug report form][/p]
• [p]Attempted to fix an issue where the story event might not trigger when heading to Jinglong during the main quest 'Meeting in Jinglong'.[/p]
• [p]Attempted to fix an issue where the story event might not trigger during the side quest involving the visit of the Four Martial Arts Families to Pingyang Fortress.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Updates and Optimizations[/h2]

• [p]Added a treasure chest to the Immortal's Village scene. Players who missed the night-time chest can now obtain the 'Nine-Region Scrolls' at the same location during the day.[/p]
• [p]Optimized the sandbox combat in 'Tales of the Martial Arts Families' quest. The victory condition for the fifth battle on first entry has been adjusted—now the follow-up story will trigger after surviving approximately 2 to 3 turns.[/p]
• [p]Enabled the Observe, Gift, Spar, and Inquire options for Mu Ai at He Pu Manor. You can now obtain the 'Skypiercer Thrust' manual by sparring with her.[/p]
• [p]Optimized the learning conditions for 'Resolute Stoneform' — the protagonist can now learn this martial art by inquiring with other characters.[/p]
• [p]Optimized the dialogue conditions for asking Qingxu, Yuanjue, and Mu Haitang about Master Qingyun. As long as the prerequisite quests are completed, these conversations can now be triggered any time before the Southern Chronicle main quest, and can be triggered simultaneously without conflict.[/p]
• [p]Optimized the Level 4 effect description of 'Instant of Infinity' by adding a clarification: this effect will overwrite any existing 'Instant of Infinity' effect to last for 3 turns.(This is a text-only change and does not affect the actual skill behavior.)[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Additional Notes[/h2]

• [p]In the update on the 19th, the Mount DLC effects were revised. After purchasing the Mount Expansion Pack, all mounts in the game will receive a scene movement speed bonus of +300 and a world map movement speed bonus of +1000. They will also come with the 'Confusion Incense' effect, preventing monsters in dungeons from actively pursuing the player. (Mounts included in the base game have a default movement speed of +150 in scenes and +750 on the world map.)[/p]
• [p]All Codex entries marked as DLC will no longer count toward overall Codex completion progress.[/p]
• [p]If you have installed any MODs in previous versions of the game, the update may cause compatibility issues, preventing the game from launching properly or causing errors during gameplay. If you encounter such issues, we recommend uninstalling any installed MODs (go to your game library, right-click on "Wandering Sword", select "Manage", then "Browse local files", and delete all contents under the path Wandering_Sword\\Content\\Paks). After that, verify the integrity of the game files and try launching the game again.[/p]
  • [p]If Steam is unable to update the game, you can try deleting the steam.cfg file in the Steam directory, then restart Steam and check for client updates.
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[p]That’s all for today’s update! We sincerely thank you for your continued support, understanding, and patience as we work to bring you the best possible experience. We hope you enjoy exploring the Eastern Sea, encountering new characters, and taking on the fresh challenges that await in Wandering Sword. As always, we welcome your feedback and look forward to seeing you again in the martial world! 🗡️[/p][p][/p][p]Twitter | Discord[/p][p]
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[p]Greetings Swordsmen![/p][p]We’ve just rolled out a small but important patch with several bug fixes and optimization updates. Read on for the full list of changes:[/p][p][/p][h2]🛠 Fixes[/h2]

• [p]Fixed the issue that the Qingyun's Legacy could not be unlocked when starting the next cycle while holding the Qingyun's Legacy item.[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][h2]⚠️ MOD Compatibility Reminder[/h2]

• [p]If you’ve installed any MODs, this update may cause crashes or errors due to incompatibility. Please uninstall all MODs, verify your game files, and restart the game to avoid issues.[/p]
• [p]If you encounter a situation where the game cannot be updated, you can delete the steam.cfg file in the Steam folder, then restart Steam, and pay attention to checking for updates to the Steam Client.[/p]

[p][/p][p]That’s all for today’s patch notes update! We hope you enjoy exploring the Eastern Sea, meeting new characters, and diving into the latest challenges in Wandering Sword. Thank you once again for your continued support, feel free to leave us your feedback, and see you in the martial world! 🗡️[/p][p] Twitter | Discord [/p]