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CHARON PADDLES INTO BATTLE!

[p]On March 10, the river has a new master.[/p][p]Charon arrives in SMITE 2, bringing one of the most unique support playstyles in the Battleground’s history. Collect coins from fallen minions and monsters to build Soul stacks (earning infinitely scaling health), ferry allies across the map in your spectral boat, and unleash the power of the River Styx.[/p][p]Control fights witha silencing Spectral Surge, reveal enemies and empower allies through Damnation, paddle into battle with Swift Voyage, and summon a massive tidal wave with Summon Styx, fearing enemies while empowering allies behind the wave.[/p][p]On March 13, Charon’s Aspect of the Tollkeeper arrives, transforming his playstyle into a scaling damage engine. Coins are automatically drawn toward you, scaling your power. Damnation leaves an orbit skull that attacks marked enemies, and your abilities trigger waves of follow-up strikes. The trade-off: No more silence or shielding.[/p][p]Whether ferrying allies into battle or controlling the river of souls, Charon brings an entirely new way to support your team.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]The Massive Base Stat Overhaul[/h2][p]This update introduces one of the largest gameplay shakeups in SMITE 2 so far.[/p][p]To restore stronger god identity and create more meaningful builds, we’re introducing a sweeping base stat rebalance across the entire roster.[/p][p]Every god now has one standout base stat that reinforces their identity and playstyle.[/p][p]This also dramatically changes early laning:[/p]
  • [p]Mana regeneration has been reduced across the roster, making mana management far more important.[/p]
  • [p]Mana items and mana regeneration matter again.[/p]
  • [p]Solo lane Totem fights become more valuable, since mana sustain can decide early pressure.[/p]
  • [p]Melee bruisers and tanks gain more attack damage, helping them trade into ranged casters and healer supports.[/p]
[p]The result is a battlefield where build choices matter more, matchups feel more distinct, and gods once again have stronger identities.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]Match Boosters Arrive[/h2][p]A new way to accelerate progression enters SMITE 2.[/p][p]Match Boosters grant 2x XP and Worshipers for both teams for one match and can be activated by one player on each side.[/p][p]Use them to level gods faster, help your team progress, and make every match count.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]Assault Improvements[/h2][p]Assault receives a large round of quality-of-life improvements focused on pacing and team fights:[/p]
  • [p]Wider lanes near towers[/p]
  • [p]Faster match start[/p]
  • [p]Increased minion spawn and scaling frequency[/p]
  • [p]Larger assist range for team play[/p]
  • [p]Improved camera collision along map edges[/p]
  • [p]Custom lobbies now support All Pick Assault[/p]
[hr][/hr][h2]New Wandering Market Travelers[/h2][p]Two new Travelers join the Reign of the Archfiend event:[/p][p]Loki Charms – Loki
A magician-themed skin featuring multiple Prism variations and cosmetics.[/p][p]The Magnificent – Sol
A dazzling stage performer with elegant Prism skins and themed rewards.[/p][p]Both Travelers grant Wyrm Seals toward Archfiend event progression.[/p][hr][/hr][h2]And So Much More[/h2]
  • [p]New Setting: Show ability targeters during the prefire window when using Instant Cast.[/p]
  • [p]Extensive Balance Changes: Adjustments across gods, items, and starter upgrades.[/p]
  • [p]Conquest Tuning: Updates to Inspiration (Purple Buff) stacking and more.[/p]
  • [p]Arena Improvements: Updated crowd audio mix and pacing adjustments.[/p]
  • [p]Quality-of-Life Updates: Purchase modals now show your currency totals for clearer spending decisions.[/p]
  • [p]Gameplay Fixes: Addressed CC indicator issues, ability behavior bugs, and interaction inconsistencies.[/p]
  • [p]Bug Fixes: Fixes for Susano ability issues, Hou Yi effects persisting, and more.[/p]
[p]Full update notes are available here: https://www.smite2.com/news/open-beta-30-update-notes/[/p][p][/p][p]The Ferryman waits.[/p][p]Step aboard and see how the Battleground has changed.
Play SMITE 2 now.[/p]