SERAPH : In the Darkness News

Dear Players,

After months of dedicated development, the SERAPH team is proud to unveil a revolutionary feature arriving in the new season: the AI Agent System! Centered on the theme of “Deep Interaction and Emotional Connection,” this system empowers the game’s ecosystem through advanced AI technology—infusing the world of SERAPH with living, breathing personality.

[h2]1. Agent Unlocking: A Journey of Mutual Bonding[/h2]
All AI agent NPCs will be integrated into the new “Social – NPC Friends” interface. Unlocking them will grant access to exclusive interaction-driven storylines. Two immersive paths are available for unlocking:

• Story Resonance: Progress through key main/side quests to gradually reveal each agent’s backstory. (Players with Direct Upgrade privileges may unlock all story-linked agents instantly.)
  
• Challenge Certification: Complete trials specific to each agent—such as tactical simulations or puzzle challenges—to earn their recognition.
  
• Design Philosophy: Each agent is a unique narrative node; unlocking them marks the beginning of a personal epic in character development.
  

[h2]2. Dialogue Challenges: The Art of Dynamic Semantic Interaction[/h2]
Once unlocked, agents can engage in Dialogue Challenges—these aren’t simple scripted conversations, but real-time semantic interactions based on dynamic language understanding.

• Intelligent Response System: Conversations will trigger key phrases or hidden emotional conditions (e.g., empathetic support, strategic persuasion) to progress. The AI parses and reacts to contextual depth in real time.
  
• Seasonal Reward Loops:
  
  • First-time completion yields exclusive resources (challenges reset each season);
    
  • Weekly Agent Care Plan: The system will randomly select NPCs you've completed to send personalized messages with season points or rare items—offering a meaningful “remembered by the NPC” experience.
    
  • Optimized Interaction Frequency: Daily conversation limits ensure server stability and encourage consistent player engagement.
    

[h2]3. Technological Leap: A New Era of NPC Interaction[/h2]
This system combines emotional computing models with enhanced behavior decision trees to deliver:

• Personality Expression: Each agent has an individual personality matrix (e.g., aloof, calm, sly), and their dialogue strategies evolve based on your relationship.
  
• Contextual Memory: The AI retains cross-session preferences to generate evolving, persistent narrative branches.
  
• Low-Latency Interaction: Our proprietary inference engine ensures millisecond-level response time for a seamless, immersive experience.
  

The new season will launch globally soon!
Our team is continuously enhancing the agent behavior library and narrative network. Upcoming features include AI Agents as Combat Companions and Cross-NPC Dynamic Events—stay tuned!

The SERAPH Steam Operations Team

Dear Players,

To provide you with a refreshed and enhanced gaming experience, we will be conducting a server maintenance and data wipe starting from 15:00 (UTC+8) on Monday, May 12, 2025.

During this period, the game servers will be temporarily shut down, and all players will be unable to log in. Please plan your game time accordingly to avoid unnecessary losses.

[h2]🕒 Server Maintenance Details[/h2]

• Start Time: May 12, 2025 (Monday), 15:00 (UTC+8)
  
• Estimated Duration: To be announced separately — please stay tuned to our official channels for updates.
  

[h2]🛠️ Maintenance Overview[/h2]

• Full server data wipe (only specific data will be retained — see previously released announcements for details)
  
• Client version and resource updates
  
• Preparations for the launch of the brand-new season, including features, content, and events
  

We sincerely thank all of you for your enthusiasm and support throughout this season! The new season will bring exciting updates and improvements — stay tuned!

For any questions, please contact our official support team or visit our community platforms.

SERAPH Steam Operations Team

Dear Players,

The current season of SERAPH officially concluded on April 10, 2024, and will be fully end on April 17. Following the season’s end, the Steam version will continue normal operation, but with several important feature adjustments and optimizations:

[h2]🔧 Post-Season Adjustments[/h2]

1. Steam Inventory Deactivation
   To improve data management and account security, the "Steam Inventory" feature will be officially disabled after the season ends. Items stored in the inventory will no longer be accessible or transferable.
   
2. Chaos Realm Mode Removal
   The "Chaos Realm" game mode will be shut down. Players will no longer be able to access or enter this content.
   
3. Ladder Mode Adjustments
   The "Ladder" (Seraph’s Trial) system will remain available for gameplay, but no further rewards will be distributed moving forward.
   
4. Void Abyss Mode Adjustment
   After the season ends, the "Void Abyss" mode will remain playable; however, it will no longer drop Soul Spars. Please plan your in-game resource usage accordingly.
   

[h2]🗓 Adjustment Timeline & Future Plans[/h2]
These adjustments will remain in effect **until the start of the next season**. During this time, related features and content will be restructured and improved. A brand new season is in the works and promises **richer content and an enhanced gameplay experience**—stay tuned!

[h2]💾 Data Wipe Notice for the New Season[/h2]
To ensure a fair and smooth start to the next season, a full data reset will take place before it begins.

• Data that will be retained:
  
  • Chaos Stones
    
  • Season Points
    
• Data that will be cleared: All other data, including but not limited to:
  
  • Characters and levels
    
  • Equipment and items
    
  • In-game currency
    
  • Ladder rankings
    
• Unused purchased items from the shop will also be deleted.
  ⚠️ Please make sure to use all purchased items before the reset.
  ⚠️ Items exchanged from the Destiny Shop after April 17 will not be re-send in Season 3 and will also be cleared during the data wipe. Please plan your exchange timing and resource usage carefully.
  

[h2]🛍 Purchased Item Re-send Policy[/h2]
To protect player rights, any items purchased from the in-game shop after 00:00 on April 18, 2024 will be re-send to your in-game mailbox within three days after Next Season launches. Please check your mail at that time.
⚠️ Items exchanged from the Destiny Shop after April 17 will not be re-send in Season 3 and will also be cleared during the data wipe. Please plan your exchange timing and resource usage carefully.

Thank you to every player for your passion and support throughout this season! If you have any questions, feel free to contact us via official customer support or community platforms.

SERAPH Steam Operations Team

Dear Players,

To provide a better gaming experience, we will be conducting server maintenance on April 17 at 11:00 AM (UTC+8).

Expected Duration: Approximately 48 hours

Impact: You will be unable to log into the game during the maintenance period.

The Steam version of the game will remain available after this server maintenance is completed. Please stay tuned for upcoming announcements regarding specific details.

Important Notice:
The maintenance end time may be adjusted based on actual circumstances. Please stay tuned for our latest updates.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and support!

Thank you for your love and support for the game! We will continue to work hard to bring you a better gaming experience.

SERAPH Steam Operations Team

Dear Players,

Thank you for your continued support and companionship on the journey of SERAPH!

To express our gratitude to our veteran Steam players, we’ve prepared a set of exclusive rewards. All players who participated in any game test prior to April 10, 2025 will receive the following gifts at the launch of the upcoming season:

[h2]🎁 Veteran Rewards[/h2]

• Advanced Level-Up Item ×1
  
• Steam Pass ×1
  

(Total value approx. $50)

Qualified players will receive their rewards via in-game mail once the new season begins. Please don’t forget to check your mailbox!

[h2]🔮 What's Coming Next[/h2]
The new season is packed with updates and improvements, including but not limited to:

• Enhanced gameplay experience
  
• Optimized economy systems (e.g., easier currency conversion and lower progression barriers)
  
• More exciting events and generous rewards
  

We’re committed to building a fairer, more stable, and richer gaming environment for all players. Thank you for your trust and enthusiasm—we can’t wait to see you in the new season!

SERAPH Steam Operations Team