Player Spotlight: Foshi
[h3]◆ Character Summary ◆[/h3][h3][/h3][h3]Foshi[/h3][h3]Blade Dancer[/h3][h3]Currently, Heavens Reach (NA Neo)[/h3][h3]Blade & Soul[/h3][p][/p][p][/p][h2]◆ The Road to Blade & Soul ◆[/h2][p]“I hope one day we can become as strong and versatile as the Blade Master.”[/p][p][/p][p]Give us a brief overview of what your gaming life was like before B&S. What games did you play?[/p][p]I played earlier builds of BnS for Korea (2012), China (2013), and Japan (2014-2016).[/p][p][/p][p]How did you first discover Blade & Soul? What initially caught your interest?[/p][p]I saw an early 2008 trailer by Gstar and was captivated by its portrayal of Wuxia and its unique art style.[/p][p][/p][p]Are/were you in a clan? If so, which clan?[/p][p]I am currently in Promise (NA Neo)[/p][p][/p][p]How long have you been playing Blade & Soul?[/p][p]2016 - 2022 Live / 2025 Neo[/p][p][/p][p]Have you always been the same class? If not, why did you change?[/p][p]I have never changed class, in hopes I will get to re-experience the Blade Dancer’s gameplay before 2018.[/p][p][/p][p]What do you like most about your current class?[/p][p]I like that I can use as sword as a Lyn, and I hope one day we can become as strong and versatile as the Blade Master.[/p][p]![]()
[/p][h2]◆ Blade & Soul Through The Years ◆[/h2][p]“Jadestone Village in LIVE was a popular hub for players to socialize or PvP. Before, you could visit and always witness some form of drama happening there.”[/p][p][/p][p]After getting familiar with the game, what kept you coming back?[/p][p]There was always an outfit or cosmetic I needed to collect.[/p][p][/p][p]What makes Blade & Soul stand out compared to other games you’ve played?[/p][p]The art style and the combat system.[/p][p][/p][p]Why do you like the game type you’re currently playing (LIVE or NEO)?[/p][p]Currently Neo, as it provides the closest style of gameplay that I’ve experienced from the 2016-2018 Live client.[/p][p][/p][p]Have you always played this version, or did you switch? Why?[/p][p]I have somewhat quit Live since the class revamps post 2018. A lot the players had to relearn or give up their classes due to the drastic skill changes.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]♥︎ Favorite Memories & Stories ♥︎[/h2][p]“Foshi Pyres in Unreal Engine 3 was my favorite place due to how the engine rendered the area.”[/p][p][/p][p]Tell us some of your favorite memories from B&S.[/p][p]My favorite ones were clearing raids with Clan-mates and fighting over loot priority in Live.[/p][p][/p][p]What is the most ridiculous or unexpected thing that ever happened to you in-game?[/p][p]Getting disconnected right before a raid clear.[/p][p][/p][p]Do you remember your first time launching B&S? What stands out?[/p][p]The classic opening theme and login screen.[/p][p][/p][p]What was your biggest “I finally did it” moment?[/p][p]Obtaining my first legendary book in Neo.[/p][p][/p][p]What’s the hardest you’ve laughed while playing?[/p][p]The oddly placed wall of flames claiming someone's life every time a dungeon boss is “accidentally” aggroed.[/p][p][/p][p]Have you ever stayed up way too late because of B&S?[/p][p]Finishing all my dailies became very time-consuming, and the game became a 2nd job for me.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]🏞 World, Zones & Content 🏞
[/p][p]What is your favorite zone in the game and why?[/p][p]Foshi Pyres in Unreal Engine 3 was my favorite place due to how the engine rendered the area.[/p][p][/p][p]Where do you have some of your best memories?[/p][p]Jadestone Village in Live was a popular hub for players to socialize or PvP. Before, you could visit and always witness some form of drama happening there.[/p][p][/p][p]Was there a specific update, patch, or era that felt like the “golden age” for you?[/p][p]2016 Silverfrost Patch in Live was definitely memorable. Players still got to experience the old content with the new.[/p][p]![]()
[/p][h2]♥︎ Clan & Community ♥︎[/h2][p]🎊 Events & Community Moments 🎊
[/p][p]What are some of your past favorite events?[/p][p]The Weekend 6v6 Events were the best.[/p][p][/p][p]Has B&S ever crossed into your real life?[/p][p]When I take breaks from the game, my bank account stops going down.[/p][p][/p][p]Do you have any unforgettable clan moments?[/p][p]Completing my first Black Tower raid with the clan, after the release of Twilight Temple Raid.[/p][p][/p][p]Do you have any funny stories involving rival clans or players?[/p][p]Winning against “Rocket” or “RustySin” in Arena yielded interesting reactions in direct messaging.[/p][p][/p][p]What’s your favorite B&S meme, joke, or community inside-joke?[/p][p]A player “kerp” making a “prmis” to visit some “hospitl 4 miles awy”[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]🧑🤝🧑 Character, Role & Clan Identity🧑🤝🧑
[/p][p]What makes your character special or unique?[/p][p]Many players find my character very cute.[/p][p][/p][p]What makes your clan special?[/p][p]We are not toxic.[/p][p][/p][p]What is your clan’s reputation on your server?[/p][p]We are friendly.[/p][p][/p][p]Any favorite or legendary clan stories?[/p][p]My favorite one was our entire clan getting gatekept from Hunter’s Refuge by P2W clans.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]♥︎ Personal Connection ♥︎[/h2][p]🏆 Pride & Accomplishments 🏆[/p][p][/p][p]What achievement are you proudest of your time in B&S?[/p][p]Obtaining the Charm Pellet from Ebondrake Lair.[/p][p][/p][p]Is there something in-game that feels like your “signature move”?[/p][p]I like spamming Shockwave.[/p][p][/p][p]💬 Opinions & Hot Takes 💬
[/p][p]Do you have any hot takes that other players might disagree with?[/p][p]Blade Master outclasses Blade Dancer in every area.[/p][p][/p][p]Have you ever quit and come back? What brought you back?[/p][p]I often quit from burnout but come back for new content and class skill updates.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]◆ Looking Ahead ◆
[/h2][p]If you still play B&S, what keeps you coming back?[/p][p]New Outfits and Skill Updates.[/p][p][/p][p]What hopes do you have for the future of the game?[/p][p]I hope one day Shockwave and Flash Step will get buffed.[/p][p]![]()
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[/p][p]What is your favorite zone in the game and why?[/p][p]Foshi Pyres in Unreal Engine 3 was my favorite place due to how the engine rendered the area.[/p][p][/p][p]Where do you have some of your best memories?[/p][p]Jadestone Village in Live was a popular hub for players to socialize or PvP. Before, you could visit and always witness some form of drama happening there.[/p][p][/p][p]Was there a specific update, patch, or era that felt like the “golden age” for you?[/p][p]2016 Silverfrost Patch in Live was definitely memorable. Players still got to experience the old content with the new.[/p][p]
[/p][p]What are some of your past favorite events?[/p][p]The Weekend 6v6 Events were the best.[/p][p][/p][p]Has B&S ever crossed into your real life?[/p][p]When I take breaks from the game, my bank account stops going down.[/p][p][/p][p]Do you have any unforgettable clan moments?[/p][p]Completing my first Black Tower raid with the clan, after the release of Twilight Temple Raid.[/p][p][/p][p]Do you have any funny stories involving rival clans or players?[/p][p]Winning against “Rocket” or “RustySin” in Arena yielded interesting reactions in direct messaging.[/p][p][/p][p]What’s your favorite B&S meme, joke, or community inside-joke?[/p][p]A player “kerp” making a “prmis” to visit some “hospitl 4 miles awy”[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]🧑🤝🧑 Character, Role & Clan Identity🧑🤝🧑
[/p][p]What makes your character special or unique?[/p][p]Many players find my character very cute.[/p][p][/p][p]What makes your clan special?[/p][p]We are not toxic.[/p][p][/p][p]What is your clan’s reputation on your server?[/p][p]We are friendly.[/p][p][/p][p]Any favorite or legendary clan stories?[/p][p]My favorite one was our entire clan getting gatekept from Hunter’s Refuge by P2W clans.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]♥︎ Personal Connection ♥︎[/h2][p]🏆 Pride & Accomplishments 🏆[/p][p][/p][p]What achievement are you proudest of your time in B&S?[/p][p]Obtaining the Charm Pellet from Ebondrake Lair.[/p][p][/p][p]Is there something in-game that feels like your “signature move”?[/p][p]I like spamming Shockwave.[/p][p][/p][p]💬 Opinions & Hot Takes 💬
[/p][p]Do you have any hot takes that other players might disagree with?[/p][p]Blade Master outclasses Blade Dancer in every area.[/p][p][/p][p]Have you ever quit and come back? What brought you back?[/p][p]I often quit from burnout but come back for new content and class skill updates.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]◆ Looking Ahead ◆
[/h2][p]If you still play B&S, what keeps you coming back?[/p][p]New Outfits and Skill Updates.[/p][p][/p][p]What hopes do you have for the future of the game?[/p][p]I hope one day Shockwave and Flash Step will get buffed.[/p][p]