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The First Descendant Hotfix 1.2.1b

Greetings, Descendants!

We would like to provide details on the Hotfix 1.2.1b Patch.

■ Patch Schedule
- PST, December 12, 2024 (Thursday), 18:00

■ Platforms
- Steam, XBOX SERIES X│S, XBOX ONE, PS4, PS5

■ Patch Details
- Fixed the issue where the Descendant's posture would remain in a diagonal stance when switching Descendants in certain locations.
- Fixed the issue where the tooltip of a previously registered item would still appear when hovering over an empty slot in the Target Reward list after removing the Target Reward.

Thank you.

The First Descendant Hotfix 1.2.1

Greetings, Descendants!

Here are the details on The First Descendant Hotfix 1.2.1, patched maintenance-free.

■ Patch Date
- 12.11.2024 (Wed) 23:00 PST

■ Platforms
- Steam, Xbox Series X│S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5

■ Patch Details


Content Improvements
(1) Addition of Infiltration Support Function

- When starting an Infiltration, you can activate the "Other Infiltration Support" setting.
ㄴ Activating this option allows you to enter different Infiltration Operations from the currently selected one, with a low number of Descendants.
ㄴ Infiltration Support targets Operations that have the same Difficulty and Kill Score Multiplier as the one selected.
ㄴ You cannot carry out Private Operations when Other Infiltration Support is enabled.
- Other Infiltration Support is unavailable under the following conditions.
ㄴ You can only support Infiltration Operations that you have cleared at least once on Normal Difficulty.
ㄴ Other Infiltration Support is unavailable on Hard Difficulty with the 400% multiplier.
ㄴ Other Infiltration Support is unavailable if you're in a 4-player party.
- Rewards available from Other Infiltration Support are as follows.
ㄴ Rewards dropped from enemies are based on the Infiltration Operation currently being played.
ㄴ Infiltration Operation Success Rewards are based on the Infiltration Operation that was selected.
ㄴ Selectable Rewards for Hard Difficulty Infiltration Operations are also based on the Infiltration Operation that was selected.
ㄴ The drop rate of the Selectable Rewards is determined by the score table of the Infiltration Operation that you entered.
Quests
- When clearing an Infiltration Operation, the quest progress increases based on the Infiltration Operation that you entered.

(2) Balance
- Upon entering content, the capacity of High-Power Rounds has been increased from 5 to 15.
- The base ‘Weapon Spec’ of the next ultimate weapons have been adjusted
ㄴ The basic ammo capacity of ‘After Glow’ has been increased from 6 to 12.
ㄴ The basic ammo capacity of ‘Piercing Light has been increased from 6 to 11.
ㄴ The basic ammo capacity of ‘Smithereens’ has been increased from 7 to 15.
ㄴ The basic ammo capacity of ‘Executor’ has been increased from 8 to 14.
ㄴ The ‘Explosion ATK Drop-off Range’ of ‘Restored Relic’ has been decreased from 50% to 10%.
ㄴ The ‘Launcher Explosion Radius’ of ‘Restored Relic’ has been increased from 4.7m to 8.3m.
ㄴ The crosshair recovery speed of ‘Smithereens’ and ‘Executor’ has been increased by approximately 30%.
ㄴ The ‘Firearm ATK’ of ‘Smithereens’ has increased by approximately 62%.

(3) Content
- White-night Gulch: In the Mystery's End - Infiltration Operation on Hard Difficulty, the monster that used to spawn behind the trap now spawns in front of it.
- Updated White-night Gulch: Mystery’s End - Infiltration Operation 400% to allow you to obtain the 'Heavy Ion Collector.'
- Improved the location of Records in the Void Vessel Record Quest to make progression easier.
- Blueprint Boxes for Keelan and Fellowes can now be acquired in turn for each tier upon completing the Void Vessel, instead of only one of them appearing as before.
- Improved Target Rewards.
ㄴ The Library now displays Target Reward info.
ㄴ The registered objective tracker on the in-game screen now includes Target Reward info.

Bug Fixes
(1) Content
- Fixed an issue where in the Sharen Descendant Quest where the Prowler, upon becoming Immune, would spawn a monster in locations that rendered it undefeatable.
- Fixed an issue where teleporting to join allies would not work correctly in the Invasion Sterile Land: Unknown Laboratory.
- Fixed an issue where the drone would not move automatically in the Vespers: Ruins Path mission.
- Fixed an issue where a Descendant in the DBNO state would be left out when teleporting to the named monster combat area in the White-night Gulch: Mystery's End.
- Fixed an issue where certain traps would be reactivated after they were switched off in the Void Vessel on Hard Difficulty.
- Fixed an issue where the Vulgus Comms Beacons would not be displayed on the guide in the Void Vessel Quest.
- Fixed an issue where the Laser Drones would spawn even after destroying the Surveillance Drones in the Void Vessel Quest on Normal Difficulty.
- Fixed an issue where using Luna's "Stage Presence" skill on a destructible Drone Station object would cause the Unique Weapon to not target correctly in the Void Vessel.
- Fixed an issue where the Season Level Purchase pop up screen would be displayed after reaching Battle Pass Lv. 96.

(2) Descendants
- Fixed an issue where Sharen's "Release Cutting Force" skill would not deal any damage to enemies or objects protected by a "Legion Shield".
- Fixed an issue where Jayber's Turret would not be retrieved when pressing the Skill button while jumping.

(3) UI/UX
- Fixed an issue where the item information tooltip scroll in the ‘Access Info’ did not function properly.
- Fixed an issue where using the shortcut for researching 'Ion Accelerator' in the Dimension Analyzer' led to incorrect research details.
- Fixed an issue where outdated Ultimate Reactors (optimization condition reactors for each weapon) were displayed in the ‘Access Info’.
- Fixed an issue where clicking the button to unpin a ‘Target Reward’ in the Item Acquisition Info tab would apply the action immediately.
- Fixed an issue where the item name was incorrectly displayed when clicking "View Details" for the Ultimate Sharen 'Elite Assassin' body skin in the shop.

(4) Miscellaneous
- Back Attachment: Fixed an issue where it was impossible to paint Prepared Speedster.
- Grappling Hook now retains its initial speed when re-used.
- Fixed an issue where using the Ecive after killing the "Infernal Walker" would display abnormal info at the top of the screen.
- Fixed an issue where a Fellow's jump animation would often freeze when there were items that could automatically be picked up.
- Fixed an issue where switching to the Shop menu during a Spawn/Despawn animation preview would cause an unnatural camera transition in Customize menu.
- Fixed an issue where it was possible to change equipped Modules during a battle by using the Module Recommendation feature.
- Fixed an issue where the levels were not displayed correctly for the "Reach Hagios Sheepdog Level" awards under the Fellow category.
ㄴ If the award levels do not update even after reaching the required Fellow level, please unequip and re-equip the Fellow.

Thank you.

Hotfix 1.2.1 Scheduled for December 11 (Wed) PST

Greetings, Descendants.


We are providing information regarding this week’s Hotfix 1.2.1.

■ Patch Schedule

- 2024.12.11 (Wed) 11:00 PM PST (Scheduled)

※ The schedule is subject to change depending on circumstances, and we will share the completed patch notes upon the conclusion of the hotfix.



■ Platforms

- Steam, Xbox Series X│S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5



■ Key Patch Updates

- Infiltration Support Feature Added
ㄴ When activating ‘Other Infiltration Support’ option, you will receive the rewards for the selected Infiltration Operation, but you can move to another Infiltration Operation with fewer Descendants.

- Improved to allow alternating choices between Keelan and the Fellow Box upon completing the Void Vessel.

- Balance Adjustments for Certain Ultimate Weapons with High-Power Rounds

- Content Enhancements

- Bug Fixes



Thank you.

(Updated) The First Descendant Hotfix 1.2.0c

# PST 2024.12.6(Fri) 21:10 – Hotfix 1.2.0c has been updated.

Greetings, Descendants!

We would like to provide details on the Hotfix 1.2.0c Patch.

■ Patch Schedule
- PST, December 6, 2024 (Friday), 7:40 PM

■ Platforms
- Steam, XBOX SERIES X│S, XBOX ONE, PS4, PS5

■ Patch Details
Content Improvements
(1) Content Adjustments
- Enhanced the visibility of various Recording Devices left inside the Void Vessel.

- Changed the NPC for entering Void Vessel Story Mode (Recording Device) from Seneca to the Void Vessel Operations Terminal.
ㄴ Currently, Void Vessel Story Mode is accessed via NPC ‘Seneca,’ while Normal and Hard modes are accessed via the Void Vessel Operations Terminal. To simplify the entry process and avoid confusion between Story and Normal modes, the entry NPC has been unified to the Void Vessel Operations Terminal.


(2) Descendants
- Adjusted the additional damage of Keelan’s skill " Void Corrosion" at Level 4.

- Adjusted the explosive damage and additional damage values for Keelan’s "Onslaught" skill when equipped with the "Focus on Prey" skill module.


(3) UI&UX
- Improved the icon for the Flame Keeper skin sold by ETA-0 to make it easier to identify the corresponding Descendant.
- The reward acquisition list for Void Vessel Container now shows rewards consolidated by difficulty.

Bug Fixes
(1) Content
- Fixed an issue where ‘Vulgus War-Slave’ in Defend Albion resource: Special Operations Hard Difficulty incorrectly had shields.
- Resolved an issue where Fellows could be targeted by the commander monster Nazeistra's Absorption skill.
- Addressed the incorrect progress tracking of Battle Pass weekly challenges “Detonator” and “Warrior of Toxins.”
- Fixed an issue preventing some Descendants from entering Void Vessel Hard Difficulty despite meeting the unlock conditions.
- Fixed an issue where monster stats became excessively stronger in missions such as Infiltration Operations and Void Vessel.
- (Updated) Fixed an issue where the Grappling Hook functioned inconsistently across platforms.
ㄴ Resolved an issue on Xbox where the Grappling Hook would fail to attach, bounce off surfaces instead, or make it impossible to reach the destination.

(2) UI&UX
- Fixed an issue where purchased Fellows were displayed as unowned in the inventory management screen after purchase via the buy button.
- Resolved an unnatural display issue when entering the customization screen through the ring menu.

(3) Shop
- Fixed an issue where discounts were not applied when purchasing Fellow bundles with partially owned items.
ㄴ Descendants who purchased Fellow bundles before Hotfix 1.2.0c will have their consumed Calibers refunded. Detailed instructions will be provided in a separate notice.

(4) Miscellaneous
- Resolved an issue where Fellows rotated without motion during interaction.

Thank you.

Watch Discord Video Quest Event Info

Greetings, Descendants!

In preparation for Season 2, there will be "The First Descendant Quest" Event on Discord.
Watch the new trailer for The First Descendant Season 2 on Discord and obtain Coupon Rewards!

■ Event Period
- 12.6.2024 (Fri) 10:00 - 12.13.2024 (Fri) 10:00 PT

■ Event Rewards
- Coupon Redemption Period: 12.6.2024 (Fri) 10:00 - 12.31.2024 (Tue) 23:59 PT
- Reward Items
Items
1 Sharen Shadow Gaze Head Skin
1 Sharen Dusk Makeup
1 Clockwork Back Attachment
Paint: 3 Clear Coat Red
Paint: 3 Metal Matte White
* You can acquire all reward items when you redeem the Coupon.

■ How to Participate
1. Click the "Quest Bar" in the bottom left corner of Discord and click "Start Video Quest".
- If you don't see the "Quest Bar", click the "Discover" icon to go to the "Quests" menu and press [Start Video Quest] of The First Descendant Quest under "All Quests".



2. Launch the pop-up video player and watch the official trailer for Season 2.

3. Upon completion of the Quest, you can claim your reward by pressing the "Quest Bar" in the bottom left corner of Discord then clicking "Claim Reward".
- If you don't see the "Quest Bar", go to the "Discover" menu in the bottom left corner of Discord > “Quests” > click on "Claim Reward" for The First Descendant Video Quest to claim your reward.

■ How to Use Coupon
1. How to redeem in-game:
• Access the game > Press [Options] > [Account] > [Enter] in the Enter Coupon option.
• Enter the coupon code and press [Confirm].
• Access the mailbox in Albion to receive the item.

2. How to redeem on the Coupons page:
• Enter The First Descendant’s coupon page
• Enter your member code and coupon number to redeem the item.
The member code can be copied from the Game Menu > Options > Account > Member Code.

■ Event Notes
- The coupon can only be used once per account
- When using the coupon, rewards will be sent to your mailbox withing approximately 10 minutes and can be used immediately upon receipt.
- Unclaimed rewards left in the mailbox will be deleted if not collected within 30 days, so please ensure to claim them promptly.
- The coupon is valid until Saturday, December 31, 2024, at 23:59 (PT), after which it will expire and cannot be used anymore.
- The quest will be activated within 15 minutes after the quest event begins.


If you have any questions about the First Descendant Watch Video Quest event, please contact us below.
[Inquire about Discord Quest].

Thank you.