Conqueror's Blade News

[h2]Greetings, Warlords![/h2]
In the previous live broadcast, the development team sincerely delivered a stage-by-stage report to our Warlords while unveiling a 20 million dollar Project Nirvana.

Project Nirvana is the first step in the evolution of Conqueror's Blade. Optimization is difficult, and the road ahead is long, but everyone in the Conqueror's Blade development team has confidence in resolving every issue we face. We kindly ask for your patience and understanding, and to give us more time to make improvements.

After the last live stream, we initiated Project Nirvana and determined to optimize the game's performance and improve the frame rate for a better 'Nirvana Horse' version!

Nowadays, the Nirvana Horse version is officially launched, and we have submitted the first round of Project Nirvana assignments to the Warlords. At this moment, the sound of each Warlords is especially important.

Soon, we will start the online live stream again and talk to Warlords about the events of the Project Nirvana.

Live broadcast time: November 11th, 14:00 (UTC+8)
Live streaming URL: https://www.twitch.tv/conquerorsbladedevs

An important point! Thanks to the support of numerous Warlords, the number of backers for Project Nirvana has reached the highest tier. In this live broadcast, we will also distribute the first wave of rewards for the support activities! 10 Mate 60 phones (or equivalent-value 4070 graphics cards) will be given away online, and there will be mysterious surprises dropping during the live broadcast! We sincerely await every Warlords in the live streaming room!

[h2] Our performance optimization strategy:[/h2]

• While maintaining the visual effects, ensure the consistency of the highest quality graphics and optimize any unreasonable performance allocation. For example, supplement the models, special effects, and animations with a more complete LOD, and reduce the performance consumption of faraway scenes.
  
  
• Redesign the underlying program code, using better strategies to restructure the underlying logic.
  
  
• More detailed and reasonable default settings have been applied for different levels of graphics, and more graphics options are now available. These settings are finely tuned to achieve a better balance between visual quality and performance. No effects have been removed. they are just allocated more reasonably. Players can also customize the options according to their personal preferences, and performance will be improved compared to before under the same graphics quality.
  

[h2] Specific modifications:[/h2]

[h3] While maintaining visual effects, modify art materials and optimize unreasonable performance allocation[/h3]
Models, special effects, animations, UI, and sound art resources have been reset or modified, including but not limited to:

• Over 300 Hero models, 500+ Weapon models, and 100+ Horse equipment models, along with related animation files.
  
• Over 300+ Unit entities, horse models, Attires, and related animation files are included.
  
• Over 8,000 scene object models
  
• Over 5,600+ character scene effects
  
• 500+ UI Materials
  
• 50+ music materials, 13,000+ sound effect materials.
  

Combine similar items and remove complex objects in over 40 scenes, including but not limited to:

• Reducing the complexity of the model combination.
  
• Combining models of the same type to reduce the absolute number and the number of triangular surfaces.
  
• Modifying the distant scenery vegetation to reduce the performance consumption of faraway scenes.
  

[h3] Refactoring the underlying code, the following underlying systems have undergone code refactoring:
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Graphics-related systems:

• Optimizing materials, shadows, and lighting, among other graphic algorithms to reduce the GPU's computational overhead.
  
• Optimizing static objects, dynamic objects, trees, and other models' clipping algorithms to reduce the CPU consumption of submitting rendering commands.
  
• Optimizing the graphics system DrawCall batch submission algorithm.
  
• Loading certain textures selectively, and reducing the usage of video memory and RAM.
  
• Adjusting the task scheduling strategy of the graphic system, and making better use of CPU resources.
  
• The rendering algorithms for highlighted objects and semi-transparent objects have been optimized.
  
• For special effects, particles, decals, and other systems, more reasonable budget control strategies are used in high, medium, and low settings.
  
• The performance effect after a Unit's death has been optimized.
  

Client-related System:

• Cleaning up 11 unsuitable UI interfaces in the game.
  
• UI system rendering and logic optimization for 58 interfaces.
  
• The soldier creation system is optimized to avoid sudden lags when recruiting at supply points.
  
• Optimizing the Point Capture system logic.
  
• Optimizing the logic of the Season Challenges system.
  
• Optimizing the system logic for changing levels.
  
• Optimizing the logic of the Unit in Formation system.
  
• The script system's garbage collection mechanism has been optimized, reducing occasional lagging issues.
  
• Optimizing the LOD algorithms for animation, particles, and special effects systems to balance both visual quality and performance requirements.
  

Other Systems:

• Optimizing audio effects, UI, Devastate, fabric, and other System synchronization Materials creation logic to avoid lags during the Create process.
  
• Optimizing the frame rate smoothing algorithm to avoid large fluctuations.
  
• Optimizing the multithread scheduling for new Intel CPUs, and making better use of CPU resources.
  
• Fixing a series of crashes caused by multi-threading issues.
  
• We have made more refined and reasonable default configurations for different levels of graphics settings, and also opened up more customization options. These settings have been adjusted to provide a more balanced visual and performance experience.
  

[h2] Modified result:[/h2]
[h2] Verify Level Data Comparison[/h2]

[h2]Greetings, Warlords! [/h2]

We will update the game during our maintenance on November 9th, which will last for 4.5 hours and run between 12:00-16:30 (UTC+8). After the maintenance we will give all players 12,000 Bronze Coins, 500 Honor, and 25 Unit Medals as compensation for any inconvenience caused. Be sure to arrange your time accordingly.

[h3]The update will contain the following:[/h3]




[h2]1. [Project Nirvana] Starts Now! [Nirvana Horse] Client Is Officially Released, Log in to Receive Fantastic Gifts![/h2]

Witness nirvana together! Log in to the game to claim 10 Treatises, a commemorative avatar, the title, and other fantastic gifts as part of [Project Nirvana].

The [Nirvana Horse] client has undergone comprehensive updates during maintenance. Compared to the original client, the [Nirvana Horse] client offers improvements in terms of smooth gameplay, stability, FPS in large-scale group battles, and complex scenes.

[h3]Time:[/h3]
From November 9th (after maintenance) to November 23rd (before maintenance)


[h2]2. Champion Trove is on! Get Exclusive Knightfall Weapon Skin! [/h2]

[h3]Event Info:[/h3]
Info:

1. You accrue stars by earning a winning streak in the Champion Trove. However, you'll lose all your stars in defeat. Accrue stars to upgrade the trove:
   
   • 1 Star: Iron Chest
     
   • 2 Stars: Silver Chest
     
   • 3 Stars: Gold Chest
     
   
   
2. The first Gold Chest you open is guaranteed to contain a Weapon Attire Selection Box. The chest count refreshes every Monday at 0:00.
   
3. You can use Protection Tickets to keep your stars even in defeat:
   
   • Protection Ticket: Use in the deployment phase to prevent any loss of stars should you lose the battle. This item only consumes when defeated.
     
4. The Champion Trove will be played using the Warfront (Siege) ruleset, meaning that you will be able to use any unit except for those of the Knightfall season and the Chevaliers.
   
5. Extra Info:
   
   • You will be provided equipment, units and artillery.
     
   • Everyone will have 700 leadership.
     
   • Attackers can deploy 2 rare artilleries while defenders can deploy 1.
     
   • Seasonal restrictions have no effect and you can use all unit tiers.
     
   • You can match in teams of up to 3.
     
6. Event-exclusive quests available from the Warden. These are available from Nov 9 (after maintenance) through Nov 23, 0:00.
   
   • Play 10 Champion Trove matches and achieve a B or better rating to earn 2 General Pay Off Vouchers (General Pay Off Vouchers can be used to complete any one quest from past Season Unit challenges).
     
   • Play 20 Champion Trove matches and achieve a B or better rating to earn 5 Treatises.
     
   • Win 9 Champion Trove matches to earn 50 Uncommon Mastery Items.
     

[h3]Time:[/h3]
The mode will be available from Nov 9 (after maintenance) through Nov 23 (until maintenance) and can be accessed via [J - Events].
*This mode counts toward Siege Battle-type challenges/quests.



[h2]3. Limited-Time Doctrine Pool Rotation | The Steel-Tipped Grounds Available for a Limited Time[/h2]

[h3]Event Info:[/h3]
New Doctrine: Epic Javelin Doctrine IV
Effect: Throw Javelin immobilizes the enemy for 1.5 seconds.
Usable on javelin infantry.
The chance to excavate the Epic Javelin Doctrine IV and epic doctrines for javelin infantry is increased in The Steel-Tipped Grounds. The [Epic Javelin Doctrine IV] doctrine will only be available from The Steel-Tipped Grounds during this event, after which it will be available from The Carrion Bird's Banquet and The Field of Broken Lances.

[h3]Time:[/h3]
Nov 9 (after maintenance) through Nov 30 (until maintenance).

[h2]4. Warfare Challenge Pack Rotation[/h2]

[h3]Event Info:[/h3]
The [Helheim] and [Colosseum] Challenge Packs will be taken off the shelves from the Store - Warfare Packs, and [Wrath of the Nomads] and [Soldiers of Fortune] packs will become available.

[h3]Time:[/h3]
Nov 9 (after maintenance) through Nov 23 (until maintenance).

[h2]5. End of the Year Sale Event - Feast of Battle is Here![/h2]

New sale event, [Feast of Battle] is now available!

[h3]Event Info:[/h3]

1. The [Feast of Battle] event can be accessed from the bottom left corner of the [C-Store] Menu
   
2. The [Bronze Gift] is available for free, while the [Silver Gift] and [Golden Gift] can be purchased using sovereigns.
   
3. Popularity is accumulated separately based on the total number of [Bronze Gift], [Silver Gift], and [Golden Gift] collected server-wide. The more times these gifts are acquired, the higher the popularity rating.
   
4. Attain a specific popularity level to receive additional gifts.
   

[h3]Event Pack Overview:[/h3]
Silver Gift

• Unit Medal x300, Discount Price: 780 Sovereigns, Purchase Limit: 2
  

Additional Gift:

• Popularity reaches 20,000: 10% Store Discount Voucher x3
  
• Popularity reaches 30,000: Vault Key x10 (Bound)
  
• Popularity reaches 30,000: General Pay Off Voucher x5
  

Golden Gift

• Golden Treasure Order x20, Discount Price: 2,500 Sovereigns, Purchase Limit: 3.
  

Additional Gift:

• Popularity reaches 5,000: 20% Store Discount Voucher x3
  
• Popularity reaches 10,000: Epic Hero Schematic Crate (Bound) x1
  
• Popularity reaches 20,000: Doctrine Water x25
  

[h3]Time:[/h3]
Nov 9 (after maintenance) through Nov 23 (until maintenance).

This preview image does not represent the final in-game version

[h2] 6. Gift of Time - Attires Discount Sale is On![/h2]

[h3]Event Info: [/h3]
All your favorite direct sale attires are now available at a 50% discount, and there's even a special buy two, get one free event! Enjoy these fantastic discounts!
The [Gift of Time] event can be accessed from the bottom left of the [C-Store] Menu. The event consists of a total of 7 stages. Upon purchasing pack 1, pack 2 will unlock, and the pattern continues. Each pack can be purchased only once.

[h3]Event Pack Overview:[/h3]
Pack 1: Treasure Essences x1, Bronze Coins x10000, Price: Free
Pack 2: Hand-picked Hero Attire Selection Box I, Price: 990 Sovereigns
Pack 3: Hand-picked Hero Attire Selection Box II, Price: 1290 Sovereigns
Pack 4: Hand-picked Unit Attire Selection Box, Price: Free
Pack 5: Hand-picked Hero Attire Selection Box I, Price: 990 Sovereigns
Pack 6: Hand-picked Hero Attire Selection Box II, Price: 1290 Sovereigns
Pack 7: Hand-picked Unit Attire Selection Box, Price: Free

[h3]Time:[/h3]
Nov 9 (after maintenance) through Nov 23 (until maintenance).

[h3]Selection Box Info:[/h3]

• Hand-picked Hero Attire Selection Box I: (Choose one)
  Tiger's Savagery Attire Set, Dragon Shadow, Flying Fish Attire Set, Draconic Might c, Ophiosage Attire Set, Sanguine Knight Platemail Attire Set, Buccaneer Attire Set, Gorgon Siren's Embrace Attire Set, Golden Treasure Order x7
  
• Hand-picked Hero Attire Selection Box II: (Choose one)
  General Zilong Attire Set, Nameless Ronin Attire Set, Snow Rabbit Attire Set, Arbor Phantom Attire Set, Moon Worshiper Attire Set, Ocean Spirit Attire Set, Arbour Hermit Attire Set, Golden Treasure Order x10
  
• Hand-picked Unit Attire Selection Box: (Choose one)
  Silverpass Champion Attire Set, Azure Marauder Attire Set, Rabbit Fortune Attire Set, Sanctuary Guard Attire Set, Shipwrecked Sailor Attire Set, Forest Ranger Attire Set, The Silent Attire Set, Sylvan Murmur Attire Set
  

1. Fixed the issue of the inconsistency in map rotation directions between the deployment UI and tab UI in [Wuqing Plains].
   
2. Fixed the issue of incorrect rotation at the city gates of [Augolia] and [Turul Város] Capitals.
   
3. Fixed the issue of missing background images during the loading process of [Linwu Fortress].
   
4. Fixed the issue of an incorrect model effect and animation in the [Hidden City].
   
5. Fixed the issue where Zweihanders' skills would disappear after using [Battle Stance] and immediately reformatting.
   
6. Fixed the issue of the abnormal shaking of Javelin Militia at the target location when using [Charge].
   

1. The Recall System now includes additional tutorial quests for the Reforged and Unit Mastery systems.
   

[h2]Greetings, Warlord,[/h2]

Since the public collaboration of the Nirvana Horse version, the development team has been sincerely anxious and closely monitoring the game client, official community platforms, and so on. We pay close attention to every discussion and feedback from the generals. During this time, we have heard many voices and received many suggestions from the generals.

Some genuinely feel the improvements in the Nirvana Horse version, while others sincerely summarize, provide suggestions, and report bugs. There are also straightforward voices urging for the speedy launch of the Nirvana Horse.

After careful consideration, we finally decide -


[h3]This Thursday (11/09), the Nirvana Horse version will be officially launched after the maintenance![/h3]

Over the past month, the Nirvana Horse version has gone through countless refinements and optimizations, and thanks to the tireless efforts of the development team, the stability of the Nirvana Horse client has finally reached a level that satisfies everyone. Likewise, to let generals experience higher frame rates and smoother battles in [Conqueror's Blade], we decided to officially launch the Nirvana Horse version onThursday (November 9th) after maintenance!

[h2]The brand new report livestream is coming soon[/h2]

In a previous livestream, we invited the Conqueror's Blade development team to give a stage report to the generals and revealed a Project Nirvana worth 20 million USD.

As the Nirvana Horse update goes live, the brand new report livestream will be starting soon!

As usual, we have prepared live streaming benefits that generals love! [Mysterious Attires], [Treatise], [Bronze Coins], and other items will be gifted as surprise rewards during the live stream! At the same time, we will also distribute the first batch of support activity rewards in this live stream. let's meet up in our live room don't miss out! For more live streaming information, please stay tuned for our upcoming articles!

Lastly, the Project Nirvana support activities continue. Witness and support Project Nirvana for a chance to share 10 million Treatises, and take part in related activities for a chance to win a HUAWEI Mate60 Phone or a GeForce RTX 4070 Graphics Card of Equivalent Value to The Phone.

Find more details: https://nirvana.conquerorsblade.com/en/

[h2]Greetings Warlords:[/h2]

Our Commitment Day, November 2nd, has finally arrived.
Starting today, the [Nirvana Horse] client, to which the Conqueror's Blade Team has fully dedicated itself, is released for an unlimited collaborative test! We sincerely invite all of you to participate in this OBT test!

Due to the significant changes in the [Nirvana Horse] client and the possibility of unforeseen bug issues, we will maintain the stable online client in order to ensure the noraml game experience. Therefore, Warlords participating in the OBT need to switch and download [Nirvana Horse] client (about 10G).

After the 7-day test period ends, [Nirvana Horse] client will officially merge with the online client on November 9th.



How to Participate in [Nirvana Horse] OBT & How to Switch Back to the Online Client: [Nirvana Horse] OBT Notice




Previously, we invited some Warlords to participate in the [Nirvana Horse] PTR test, and during that time, some Warlords reported graphical bugs in the [Nirvana Horse] client. Today, on the occasion of the [Nirvana Horse] OBT launch, we would like to address the graphics issue with everyone.

F First, we must acknowledge that performance and graphics quality are often at odds with each other. Game optimization aims to find the right balance between these two elements across various device configurations. Therefore, our primary optimization strategy is to ensure both frame rate and graphics quality on higher-end configurations, while prioritizing a smooth and normal gameplay experience on lower-end configurations.

After the initial optimization stage, we observed a significant improvement in the frame rate of the [Nirvana Horse] client under the highest configuration. In other words, the client now ensures a good frame rate and performance while providing a similar visual quality experience compared to the new and official clients.

However, some Warlords have reported that certain particles and special effects disappear in the highest configuration. After the development team's confirmation, this issue has been identified as a bug and is currently undergoing a thorough investigation and repair.

As an example of the skill effect issue that was intensely discussed during the PTR, you can refer to the actual effect comparisons of [Divine Sea Treasure] in the two clients below. Under the highest configuration, the actual particles and effects before and after optimization remain consistent, with no differences.



The question of whether the special effects on Mount Attire have been modified is one of the most frequently raised issues in recent feedback.

Taking the flame effects of the [Infernal Dragoon] Horse Attire as an example, some Warlords previously reported that the attire effects disappeared. However, after ruling out the influence of bugs, the effects remain consistent before and after optimization in high-configuration environments for [Nirvana Horse] and the official client. [Infernal Dragoon] still appears as a fierce steed that steps on hellish flames from the underworld.



Furthermore, Siege Engines & Artillery are among the most discussed special effect changes by the Warlords. In fact, the effects of Siege Engines & Artillery before and after optimization are the same. With the highest graphics settings, the development team also strives to achieve the same effect for Siege Engines & Artillery before and after optimization.





Lastly, the same goes for the scenery. Using the Capital effects of the Halloween event as an example, not only does the frame rate improve after optimization, but there are also more effects and better image quality.






Technically, the development team undergoes extensive iterations on the core systems of Conqueror's Blade, optimizing the operating logic of these systems to fundamentally enhance the performance experience.

In terms of art, numerous assets are deeply modified and improved. For instance, the model consumption at different distances is adjusted to be more reasonable.



Simultaneously, the development team also consolidates similar models that do not impact the battlefield, reducing the number of models faces to boost performance, and more.






Certainly, aside from the discussed graphics quality and performance, many of you may have other concerns, such as:

1. Has the Unit Flag been removed?
   
2. Are the burning effects and smoke particles eliminated?
   
3. Have the burn, weapon texture, and reflection effects disappeared?
   
4. Have the trajectories of missiles and arrows been altered?
   
5. Has the handling of the Pike been adjusted?
   
6. Are there invisible walls in the levels?
   

There are also issues like missing damage numbers, drifting enemies, increased loading times, map problems in the open world, and graphical glitches during faction battles. Some of these problems are related to the instability in the Nirvana Horse version and unidentified bugs. The development team acknowledges everyone's questions and concerns, and we will address them one by one in the future.

Lastly, the Project Nirvana support activities continue. Witness and support Project Nirvana for a chance to share 10 million Treatises, and take part in related activities for a chance to win a HUAWEI Mate60 Phone or a GeForce RTX 4070 Graphics Card of Equivalent Value to The Phone.
Find more details: https://nirvana.conquerorsblade.com/en/