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Please be aware that from 07:00 CET on December 29 (22:00 PST on December 28), the Conqueror’s Blade servers will be inaccessible. The downtime is expected to last for 4 hours.

Please refer to the Patch Notes for documented changes. Meanwhile, stay tuned to our Discord channel in case of any immediate server updates.

Christmas Day has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean the festive season is over! If you still have gifts to give (or receive) maybe you need some inspiration from gift-givers of yore to make sure your presents are full of the wonder of holidays’ past. 

Join us as we explore just what kind of gifts ancient merrymakers were giving to each other, and offer up some present-day alternatives.
[h2]Food[/h2]
Food was as popular a gift in the past as it is today, and the tradition of presenting treats to your loved ones dates back to Rome. Kalends, a Roman feasting festival that took place in January, was a time for presenting tokens of good fortune and luck for the year ahead; in the form of food! Everything from baked goods to figs and honey were gifted.

Food also played an important part in the Christmas celebrations of the medieval era. Peasants would bring their best fowl to place on their lord’s table as a gift. One such record exists claiming that the monks of Christ Church Canterbury gave the archbishop a whopping 785 hens for Christmas, which he then gave away to hospitals and surrounding monasteries. 

Past: Fowl & figs

Present: A nice biscuit selection box
[h2]Toys[/h2]
Toys for good children are still commonplace today as a popular Christmas gift, but this practice dates all the way back to the Roman festival of Saturnalia. Children would be given wax dolls—with a darker meaning than exists now. Historians believe the giving of wax dolls may have been leftover from a fertility ritual once linked to Saturnalia, in which sacrificing children was a component. We’d prefer a lump of coal, thanks!

Victorians practically wrote the book on Christmas traditions, and gift-giving was no exception. Children would receive homemade presents, usually dolls, until factory-made wooden toys were introduced. 

Past: Wooden or wax toys

Present: Plastic toys (not handmade)



A Victorian-era child atop a dappled rocking horse
[h2]Books[/h2]
Books remain a popular gift today, whether they’re a paperback thriller, a must-listen audiobook, or a celebrity autobiography. However, during Henry VIII’s era, books were given to curry favour, not just entertain their recipient. John Leland, Henry VIII’s antiquary, gave the King a book as a “New Year’s Gift”, which included details of his travels and accounts from the past year (so… meaningful?). Leland probably hoped to gain further support for his work from Henry thanks to this nifty gift. 

Past: A biography of your year written by your servant

Present: A New York Times Bestseller novel
[h2]Cash[/h2]
Who doesn’t love opening up a card to find a crisp note of legal tender? Even medieval serfs gained financially during the holidays—they would often receive gifts of cash from their employer or lord. Henry VIII’s Letters and Papers tell the tale of one particularly generous employer, who gifted his servant 2,000 pounds in gold. 

Past: 2,000lb in gold

Present: £20

We hope we’ve inspired your gift-giving, and perhaps your own wishlist too. Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year from Conqueror’s Blade!

Celebrate the New Year by watching your favourite streamers play Conqueror’s Blade on Twitch, and earn some suitably dazzling Twitch Drops along the way!

Tune in to supported Twitch streams between December 30, 2022 (00:01 UTC) and January 3, 2023 (23:59 UTC), rack up a certain amount of viewing time, and then claim your treats!

We’re giving away enough fireworks to put on a display worthy of the biggest New Year’s celebrations, including a big selection of Well-made Thunderstars and Sparkly Rockets. If you watch for long enough, you’ll also earn the exclusive Roisterous Reveller Player Title, a moniker fit for party animals whose moves have been known to shake the very foundations of Reginopolis.

Your rewards will appear in your Drops Inventory when you’ve accumulated enough total viewing time from participating streams. Don’t forget to claim them as soon as possible so you can work towards the next reward! 
[h2]December 30, 2022 (00:01 UTC) - January 3, 2023 (23:59 UTC)[/h2][h2]Where to watch Conqueror’s Blade on Twitch[/h2]
All channels who are a part of the Content Creator Programare eligible to stream Conqueror’s Blade throughout this event as their schedules allow. Check for Conqueror’s Blade streams on Twitch, get watching and earning, and remember to follow or subscribe to those you enjoy.
[h2]How to link your account and claim Twitch Drops[/h2]
To claim your items, make sure you link your Conqueror’s Blade account with your Twitch account:

• Log in here (use your Steam account if that’s how you play the game).
• Make sure to log in with your correct established account. If you register a new account, rewards will automatically be assigned to that account.
• Select ‘Link with Twitch’, and make sure you confirm the connection.

If you’re having trouble, our handy video contains some tips and tricks to help you get started with Twitch Drops:

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Happy New Year!

The Hashashins are now available to add to your band of assassins. Unlock this dedicated and deadly Unit in Conqueror’s Blade: Scorpio now via new Unit Challenges!

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[h2]Unlocking[/h2]
The Hashashins can be unlocked by completing Unit Challenges and come with a Seasonal Bonus in the form of Leadership requirements decreased by 10 points for the duration of the Season. 
[h2]Background[/h2]
The Hashashins serve proudly as honoured assassins for the Shahiri army and are highly trained in agility. Their loyalty is second only to their stealth, and they can strike from the cover of smoke with ease.

Each soldier is capable of obliterating enemy troops with ease, allowing their commander to break through defences to battle enemy Heroes.

[h2]Strengths & Weaknesses [/h2]
Stealth is the Hashashins’ greatest weapon. They can utilise their special smoke bomb ability to cover their tracks and prepare for an ambush. When they’re ready to strike, they unleash highly damaging attacks.

The Unit deals significantly less damage to enemy Heroes, meaning they should be used strategically to break down their corps. Beware of spending Action Points to execute Orders too soon in a battle, as they only recover by one point every six seconds.

[h2]Just the facts: Hashashins (5-Star)[/h2]
Formations

• Dispersed: The Unit spreads out to avoid ranged attacks and artillery.

• Three Ranks: Soldiers form a dense three-stage formation to resist enemies ahead.

Unit Traits

• Desert Warriors: Leadership cost is reduced by 10 points while the Scorpio Season is active.

• Shadow Walk: The Hashashins canutilise smoke bombs and daggers to string lethal and stealthy attacks together.
• Liquidators: The Unit recovers one Action Point every six seconds for use with Eviscerate and Prowl. 
• Damage Penalty vs. Heroes: The Unit deals 50% less damage to Heroes.

Unit Orders

• • Prowl: The Hashashins approach a designated area, breaking through all obstacles along the way. They will then hunt down the target and inflict a high amount of damage. Costs Action Points. 

• Eviscerate: The Unit will automatically search for targets to attack nearby and deal a high amount of damage. Costs Action Points.

• Smoke Bomb: The Unit throws a special smoke weapon at the enemy. It doesn’t inflict damage, but the chances of being targeted while in the smoke are greatly reduced.

The Hashashins are now available to unlock via Unit Challenges!

NOTE: The above information is correct as of the time of publication. Please check in-game for the most up-to-date Unit information.

Participate in enchanted in-game events until January 5 and get that festive feeling with Conqueror’s Blade!

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 [h2]Festive Fights[/h2]
Lead bands of festive minions in 10v10 battles on Heilung Fjord! 

Each time a flag is captured, both sides will gain 4-Star and 5-Star Units, all decked out in Christmas costumes. Respawn times are faster, so you can get back into the festive fray quickly. 
[h2]Jolly Pass[/h2]
Unwrap rewards with the Victory Pass when you purchase the stunning Serpentarian Hero Attire from the in-game Store. 

Rack up points by completing daily and repeatable tasks to receive gifts such as Treatises, Wisdoms, Lotus Water, a Legendary Artillery Box, Golden Keys, and more!

[h2]Tidings For The Troops[/h2]
Fight without fear with no damage to unit kits every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday until January 5 (08:00 server time).
[h2]Deck The Halls[/h2]
Wander the wintry streets in the cities of Conqueror’s Blade and feast your eyes upon delightful decor including fresh-driven snow, twinkling lights, stuffed stockings, stacks of gifts, and candy canes to get you in the merry mood.

Sleigh today!