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[UPDATE] Ver. 3.11 Update

Table of Contents
  1. Character Balance Adjustment
  2. Reverent Tower
  3. Equipment Share
  4. Friendship System
  5. Emotes
  6. Characters
  7. Items
  8. UI


[h3]1. Character Balance Adjustment[/h3]
Originally posted by Dev
Developers’ Notes:

For this patch, our development focus was on balancing the overall DPS before the July character utilities patch.

We will continue to keep an eye on DPS balance, and we plan to focus on emphasizing each character's unique qualities, branching out from utility improvements.


Lann - Twin Swords
  • Adjusted Fury Type Skills Damage Increase Rate from 20% to 15% for "Furious" Status Effect.


Lann - Twin Spears
  • Increased the damage of the following attacks by 5%:
    - Moon Splitter
    - Grand Hurricane
  • Added new status effect "Vulnerable":
    - When receiving an attack from an enemy while using the "Moon Splitter" or "Grand Hurricane" attacks, Lann gains the "Vulnerable" status effect.
    - DEF decreases for 3 seconds, and the status effect stacks up to 3 stages.
    - The Vulnerable status effect is applied in the following way:

    Phase 1
    Phase 2
    Phase 3
    DEF -3%
    DEF -8%
    DEF -15%

Originally posted by Dev
Developers’ Notes:

Twin Swords Lann is showing a high, even level of DPS in most battles. 

To emphasize Lann's Twin Swords combat qualities, we added evasive frames to Gliding Fury during the March balance patch, and we adjusted the Furious status Damage Increase Rate for DPS balance.

When Lann uses Twin Spears, he shows a relatively low level of DPS in Hero+ and Space Time Distortion Battles, but he has a some of the highest levels of DPS in Normal Battles, so there is a big disparity that's noticeable.

We believe that the reason he has high efficiency in Normal Battles is through the use of restoration potions, and the so-called "hit exchange" form of gameplay that mainly occurs.

Although one might think Twin Spear Lann looks best when he uses explosive attacks like Moon Splitter and Grand Hurricane, we think that there needs to be appropriate risk in hit exchange gameplay.

Therefore, we increased the damage of these two skills to emphasize their qualities, but we were inclined to add the Vulnerable status effect for excessive hit exchange tactics.


Fiona - Longsword
  • Increased the damage of the following attacks by 5%:
    - "Amaranth Kick"
    - "Amaranth Kick" (additional attack)
    - "Ivy Sweep"
  • Decreased the damage of the following attack by 15%:
    - "Counterattack" while using "Active: Shield Enhancement"
Originally posted by Dev
Developers’ Notes:

Longsword Fiona is showing the highest levels of DPS in Hero+ and Space Time Distortion Battles.

However, she shows relatively low levels of DPS in Normal Battles, so there is a big disparity between various difficulties.

So, we have decreased the amount of damage that's been concentrated on counter attacks, and we increased the damage for Amaranth Kick, which is also useful in Normal Battles, in order to remedy these imbalances.


Kai - Bow
  • Increased the damage of the following attacks by 3%:
    - "Normal Attack" (Longbow)
    - "Fixed Shot"
    - "Level 1 Magnum"
    - "Level 2 Magnum"
    - "Level 3 Magnum"
    - "Active: Ricochet Shot" (Longbow)
Kai - Cross Gun
  • Increased the damage of the following attacks by 10%:
    - "Active: Perforate"
    - "Active: Perforate" (when "Active: Enhanced Bolt" is in use)
    - Increased the damage of the following attacks by 5%:
    - "Active: Hollow Shot"
    - "Active: Hollow Shot" (when "Active: Enhanced Bolt" is in use)
    - "Active: Hollow Shot" (additional attack)
    - "Active: Six Shooter" detonation attack
    - "Active: Six Shooter" detonation attack (when "Active: Enhanced Bolt" is in use)
    - "Active: Bolt Storm"
    - "Active: Massive Impact"
Originally posted by Dev
Developers’ Notes:

Kai generally shows a low level of DPS in most battles.

Kai is one of the hardest characters to balance as there is a big disparity between players who are good at using Kai and those who are not. To adjust the balance, we increased Kai's damage by a large amount, especially when he uses the Cross Gun.

We are looking at the brilliant ideas for improvements to him that our players are suggesting, and we will sort through them during the utilities improvement later to find a good development direction that emphasizes his good qualities and improves those aspects that are lacking.


Delia
  • Increased the damage of the following attacks by 5%:
    - "Rising Comet"
    - "Falling Comet"
Originally posted by Dev
Developers’ Notes:

We believe the core of Delia's combat style revolves around her comet attacks.

In the March balance patch, we added Full Moon evasive frames, but rather than the goal being to emphasize Delia's qualities as a character, this was to improve her survivability which was lacking, and to allow for flexible reactions when battling monsters.

In the recent stats Delia is still showing low levels of DPS overall, so first we increased the power of comet-style attacks. Afterwards we will look into emphasizing the unique qualities of comet attacks when revamping Vigor, Zenith, and the like as we mentioned previously.


Miri
  • Increased the damage of the following attacks by 10%:
    - "Active: Blazing Spine"
    - Shock Wave that uses "Wyvern Magic" Status Effect
  • Increased the damage of the following attacks by 3%:
    - "Fiery Chainswing"
Originally posted by Dev
Developers’ Notes:

For Miri's character the cooldown for Ancestral Garb has been decreased. We were aiming for direct increases related to that and a better gameplay experience overall. However, we discovered that she still tended to have relatively low levels of DPS, so we ended up increasing the damage for certain attacks.


Latiya
  • Decreased the damage of the following attacks by 8%:
    - "Rhino Rush"
  • Decreased the damage of the following attacks by 3%:
    - "Eagle Stab"


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[Pre-Notice] Reverent Tower Reward Changes Advance Notice

Dear Mercenaries,

Please note that there will be changes in Reverent Tower Rewards from 5/1/2024 (Wed) at 7 AM UTC.


Reward Item Changes
Reverent Tower
  • Changed the rewards from the Seal Destiny Box, earned upon clearing Reverent Tower 5F, to Seal of Bravery x15.
  • This will go into effect after the live server on 5/1/2024 (Wed) at 7 AM UTC.
  • Changed the rewards from the Reverent Tower 20F Destiny Box, earned upon clearing Reverent Tower 20F.
  • You can now choose Jardin Steel (Binding) x5 instead of Jardin Steel (Binding) x3.
  • This only applies to the Reverent Tower 20F Destiny Box earned after 5/1/2024 (Wed) at 7 AM UTC, and these changes will go into effect after the live server on 5/1/2024 (Wed) at 7 AM UTC.
  • Changed the rewards from the Reverent Tower 25F Destiny Box, earned upon clearing Reverent Tower 25F.
  • You can now choose Resenlian's Battle Completion Scroll x5 instead of Departure License x10 and Additional Departure Boost (3 Days, Binding).
  • This only applies to the Reverent Tower 25F Destiny Box earned after 5/1/2024 (Wed) at 7 AM UTC, and these changes will go into effect after the live server on 5/1/2024 (Wed) at 7 AM UTC.
  • Changed the rewards from the Reverent Tower 30F Destiny Box, earned upon clearing Reverent Tower 30F.
  • You can now choose an Experimental Outfit Dye Ampoule (Empty) instead of an Airtight Seal Destiny Box and Departure License: Redeemers x2.
  • This only applies to the Reverent Tower 30F Destiny Box earned after 5/1/2024 (Wed) at 7 AM UTC, and these changes will go into effect after the live server on 5/1/2024 (Wed) at 7 AM UTC.

[CMTY] Friendly Neighborhood guide Event



Event period: 4/5/2024 (Fri) - 5/3/2024 (Fri)


[h3]How to participate[/h3]

You can choose either:
  1. Share your special tips
    • Share some tips that you want to teach to new Mercenaries.
    • A piece of knowledge, short walkthroughs/guides are all elligible.


  2. Write a step-by-step guide
    • A well-made, useful guide for those visiting Vindictus for the first time.
    • Top guides will be posted on our official website as a newcomer guide, and will get FREE NX as the special prize!

  • MUST Include information:
    - In-game Character Name:
    - Server:
    - Participation Content:

and share them in the #friendly-guide-event channel on our Discord!



[h3]Rewards[/h3]
  • Participation Reward: VVIP (7 days) + In-Game Title "Veteran Mercenary"
  • Special Reward: Top 5 BEST step-by-step guide: NX 30,000 x5 Mercenary (NA+EU)



[h3]Please Note:[/h3]
  • Top 5 guides will be decided by Nexon Staffs.
  • Unfair/insincere participation will not be rewarded.
  • Winners will be announced on 5/8/2024, and rewards will be made within May.
  • Upon announcement additional procedures will take place for NX rewards.
  • If we do not get a response within a set period of time, you will not be able to receive your reward.

[EVENT] Fun in the Sun Daily Mission Event

Event Period: 4/2/2024- 4/16/2024

[h3]Event Info[/h3]
  • Complete all Daily Missions during the event to obtain [Fun in the Sun Coupon] x3.
  • Coupons expire on 04/23/2024 at 7AM UTC
  • Can obtain up to 42 during the event
  • Use the coupon at the Exchange Shop to exchange for various rewards.


[h3]Exchange Shop[/h3]
Item
Qty.
Price
Purchase Limit
Expiration
Tradability
Heart Wings Destiny Box
1
15
2x per Account
04/30/2024 at 7:00 AM UTC
Can be moved within Account.
Reilly's Toy Destiny Box
1
9
1x Character
04/30/2024 at 7:00 AM UTC
Binding
Ceara's Fatigue Potion Binding
3
3
5x Character
-
Can be moved within Account.
AP 30 Capsule (Gift)
1
1
-
-
Binding



[h3]Item Details[/h3]
Heart Wings Destiny Box
  • Regular Rank
  • 3 Wardrobe Points
Contents
Black Heart Wings
Blue Heart Wings
Purple Heart Wings
White Heart Wings



Reilly's Toy Weapon Destiny Box
  • Toy weapon types cannot be traded once claimed.
Item Name
Qty.
Claiming Character
Tradability
Reilly's Toy Twin Swords
1
Lann
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Twin Spears
1
Lann
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Longsword Box
1
Fiona
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Long Hammer Box
1
Fiona
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Staff
1
Evie
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Battle Scythe
1
Evie
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Battle Pillar
1
Karok
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Cestus
1
Karok
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Bow
1
Kai
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Cross Gun
1
Kai
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Twin Chainblades
1
Vella
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Twin Swords
1
Vella
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Greatsword
1
Hurk
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Teide
1
Hurk
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Glaive
1
Lynn
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Battleshade
1
Lynn
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Spellsword Box
1
Arisha
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Spellwhip Box
1
Arisha
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Phantom Dagger
1
Sylas
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Bastard Sword
1
Delia
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Dragonspine
1
Miri
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Katamadhar
1
Grimden
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Mana Revolvers
1
Eira
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Battle Axe
1
Belle
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Crest
1
Lethor
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Swordstaff
1
Kael
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Rapier
1
Tessa
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Soulblade
1
Dan-Ah
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Heavy Cannon
1
Letty
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Lance
1
Latiya
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Orbis
1
Charon
Cannot be Traded
Reilly's Toy Hasta Box
1
Achel
Not Tradable
Reilly's Toy Oriental Blades
1
Sou
Not Tradable

[EVENT] Carefree Raid Prize Wheel Event!

Event Period: 4/2/2024 (Tue) - 4/16/2024 (Tue)


[h3]Event Info[/h3]
* Account-Based Event (Account Mission + Prize Wheel Use)
  1. Complete Battle of Rocheste - Sidhe Palace everyday during the event to obtain the [Carefree Spin Ticket].
    • Can obtain up to 2 tickets a day per account, and they will be sent to your account mailbox. Tickets are [AS].
    • Tickets expire 4/16 at 7AM UTC
  2. Use the Spin Ticket to spin the Prize Wheel and earn rewards.
Rank
Item Name
Acquired Qty
Tradability
Expiration
A
New Era Materials Box [AS]
1
Account Shareable
5/14/2024 at 7:00 AM UTC
A
Jardin Steel [AS]
2
Account shareable once
-
A
AP 500 Capsule [AS]
1
Account shareable
-
A
New Era Materials Box [AS]
1
Account Shareable
5/14/2024 at 7:00 AM UTC
A
Jardin Steel [AS]
2
Account shareable once
-
A
Mysterious/Abyssal Shard Grade 3 Destiny Box
1
Account Shareable
5/14/2024 at 7:00 AM UTC
A
New Era Materials Box [AS]
1
Account Shareable
5/14/2024 at 7:00 AM UTC
A
Jardin Steel [AS]
2
Account shareable once
-
A
AP 500 Capsule [AS]
1
Account shareable
-
A
Mysterious/Abyssal Shard Grade 2 Destiny Box
1
Account Shareable
5/14/2024 at 7:00 AM UTC
A
New Era Materials Box [AS]
1
Account Shareable
5/14/2024 at 7:00 AM UTC
A
Jardin Steel [AS]
2
Account shareable once
-
A
Mysterious/Abyssal Shard Grade 2 Destiny Box
1
Account Shareable
5/14/2024 at 7:00 AM UTC
A
New Era Materials Box [AS]
1
Account Shareable
5/14/2024 at 7:00 AM UTC
A
Jardin Steel [AS]
2
Account shareable once
-
A
AP 500 Capsule [AS]
1
Account shareable
-



[h3]New Item Details[/h3]

New Era Materials Box [AS]
  • Box can be shared within the account.
  • Open to claim all of the following items.
Item Name
Qty.
Tradability
New Era Cloth
3
Bound to character
New Era Leather
3
Bound to character
New Era Ore
3
Bound to character
New Era Orb
3
Bound to character



Mysterious/Abyssal Shard Grade 3 Destiny Box
  • Box can be shared within the account.
  • Use to select and obtain 1 of the following items.
Item Name
Qty.
Tradability
Mysterious Shard Grade 3
1
Bound to character
Abyssal Shard Grade 3
1
Bound to character



Mysterious/Abyssal Shard Grade 2 Destiny Box
  • Box can be shared within the account.
  • Open to obtain the item below of your choice.
Item Name
Qty.
Tradability
Mysterious Shard Grade 2
1
Bound to character
Abyssal Shard Grade 2
1
Bound to Character