Predecessor News

[p]This week we’re celebrating Update 1.8.3 with non-stop community action! Show off your storytelling chops, support your favourite streamers as they push their limits in wild challenges, or squad up for a community-wide challenge! No matter how you play, there’s something here for you.[/p][p][/p][p]Let’s take a look at what’s in store this week.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Community Challenge[/h2][p]NOW until 26 September 2025, 12pm UTC[/p][p][/p][p]The hunt is on! This week we’re taking the fight deep into the jungle, and the entire community is in it together. From Tuesday to Friday, your mission is clear: slay 50,000 Shapers in PvP matches.[/p][p]Hit the goal and you’ll unleash a weekend like no other...[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Hero Boost Weekend[/h2][p]26 September 2025, 12pm UTC until 29 September 2025, 12pm UTC[/p][p][/p]

• [p]Double Hero Affinity[/p]
• [p]Double Account XP[/p]
• [p]Every Hero unlocked and ready to play[/p]

[p][/p][p]That’s right, for the first time ever, we’re dropping a Hero Boost Weekend! It’s going to be huge, but only if we hit 50,000 Shaper kills. Rally your squad, dive into matches, and let’s make history together.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Streamer Challenges[/h2][p]NOW until 29 September 2025, 12pm UTC[/p][p][/p][p]Cheer on your favourite creators as they take on some outrageous challenges. From clutching Shaper kills, to pulling off a penta with Akeron, these challenges aren’t for the faint of heart.[/p][p]The first streamer to pull off each of the challenges listed here and submit the clip to us via Twitter will get a massive 50 subs gifted to their channel![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Fanfic Fest[/h2][p]NOW until 29 September 2025, 12pm UTC[/p][p][/p][p]This Fan Fiction Competition invites you to explore one of the most pivotal moments in Predecessor’s ancient history the rise and fall of the Demon King, Akeron.[/p][p]Thousands of years before the events of today, Akeron and his demonic legions emerged from the world of Ashkarath, seeking to conquer the realm of Sylmara. He was opposed by Boris, the Guardian Spirit of the land, though the details of their confrontation have been lost to time.[/p][p]Was it an epic battle of steel and sorcery? A shadow war of subterfuge and trickery? Or perhaps even uneasy diplomacy that turned the tide? The truth is unknown—until you decide.[/p][p]Your story will shape how this forgotten legend is remembered.[/p][p]For all of the rules and to submit your entry head here.[/p][p][/p][p]That's all for now, good luck out there Champions![/p]

[p]Welcome, Champions![/p][p]V1.8 has been quite the ride! As expected with our most ambitious update yet, there’s plenty to follow up on. So without further ado, let’s get into the balancing changes and updates coming your way.[/p][p]In V1.8.3, you can look forward to:[/p]

• [p]New skins, including Redeemer Kwang and a expansion of out esport collection[/p]
• [p]Balancing changes for the game, Heroes and Items[/p]
• [p]Bug fixes[/p]

[p]Let’s dive in![/p][h2]Store News[/h2][h3]New Skins[/h3][p]Redeemer Kwang \[Rare][/p][p]Kwang joins the Ranks of the Redeemers in the most fine, celestial armor.[/p][p][/p][p]Maskless Redeemer Kwang \[Rare][/p][p]And if you feel like the helm obstructs too much of Kwang's fabulous look, there’s also a maskless skin for you to choose.[/p][p][/p][p]Note: Both of those skins are full price initially; however, once you purchase one, you can get the other at a lower price, much like a variant.[/p][h3]New Bundles[/h3][p]Redeemer Kwang Bundle[/p]

• [p]Redeemer Kwang \[Skin][/p]
• [p]Maskless Redeemer Kwang \[Skin][/p]
• [p]Onyx Redeemer Kwang \[Skin Variant][/p]
• [p]Onyx Maskless Redeemer Kwang \[Skin Variant][/p]
• [p]Feel The Power \[Spray][/p]
• [p]Redeemer Kwang \[Banner][/p]
• [p]Redeemer Kwang \[Icon][/p]
• [p]Kwang \[Hero][/p]

[p]Victorious Bundle 2025 V2[/p][p]This is the second edition of the esports bundle, featuring a brand-new set of recolored skins![/p][p]All proceeds from purchasing Victorious items go towards funding Predecessor Competitive Events. All Victorious items are only available for a limited time but will return again in the future.[/p][p][/p]

• [p]Victorious Apocalyptic Khaimera \[Skin][/p]
• [p]Victorious Snakebite Murdock \[Skin][/p]
• [p]Victorious Archangel Muriel \[Skin][/p]
• [p]Victorious Mecha Terror Iggy \[Skin][/p]
• [p]Victorious Angelic Sevarog \[Skin][/p]
• [p]Victorious Icon \[Profile Icon][/p]
• [p]Victorious Banner \[Banner][/p]
• [p]Victorious Spray \[Spray][/p]
• [p]Khaimera \[Hero][/p]
• [p]Murdock \[Hero][/p]
• [p]Muriel \[Hero][/p]
• [p]Iggy & Scorch \[Hero][/p]
• [p]Sevarog \[Hero]
  
  [/p]

[p]For details about game, Hero and Item balancing changes, as well as a Loot Core update, please read full patch notes here.[/p]

[p][/p][p]WATCH NOW[/p][p][/p][p]Day 1 brought the clashes, the chaos, and the first steps toward glory. Now the fight intensifies — it’s time for Day 2 of the PCC Fall NA Preliminaries.[/p][p][/p][p]The bracket is heating up as North America’s best go head-to-head. Every match today pushes the teams one step closer to the crown, and every defeat ends a dream.[/p][p][/p][p]Who will rise? Who will fall? The answers are coming live.[/p][p][/p][p]Don’t miss a moment
WATCH NOW[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p]WATCH NOW[/p][p][/p][p]The road to glory continues and now it’s North America’s turn. The PCC Fall NA Preliminaries are officially live, and the stage is set for an epic weekend of competition.[/p][p][/p][p]We’re kicking things off with a full round-up of the teams battling it out for their shot at the crown 🏆. These are North America’s finest, and every clash, every draft, and every upset will shape the path to victory.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]The bracket is locked, the matchups are set, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Who will rise, and who will fall? Only the battles ahead will decide.[/p][p][/p][p]Tune in now and catch all the action live!
WATCH NOW[/p]

[p][/p][h2]A new update is on the horizon![/h2][p][/p][p]Next week’s patch will be a smaller balancing update, but there’s still plenty to cover. Join us live this Friday as the team breaks down all the upcoming changes, from buffs and nerfs to key adjustments across the battlefield.[/p][p][/p][p]📺 When: Friday 19 September, 18:00 UTC / 14:00 ET[/p][p][/p][p]We’ll be walking through the notes together, answering questions, and giving you a closer look at what to expect before the patch goes live next week.[/p][p][/p][p]Don’t miss it - tune in this Friday and get the full rundown![/p][p]Twitch[/p]