Throne & Liberty - Heroic Battle Pass, Crossbow + Orb Nerfs, Artifact Rework Delayed and BG Changes!

Summary

In the latest Tiko Talks update, key changes are coming to the game. Nerfs are planned for the Orb and Crossbow, addressing issues of trivializing content and reducing group diversity. Spawn camping in Battlegrounds will be adjusted, with a new rank mode launching in November. A new Battle Pass will focus on helping players catch up with heroic gear, including flexible transfers between gear pieces. Delays on the Artifact rework and fixes to Hyperboost bugs are also coming. Plus, new content like trials for Colossal Coliseum and Fates Abyss will arrive in late October.

Takeaways

• 😀 Battlegrounds will receive updates addressing spawn camping and introduce a new battle pass focused on heroic legendary gear.
• 😀 Nerfs for orb and crossbow are confirmed, aiming to reduce trivialization of challenging content and improve group diversity in PvE.
• 😀 Rank mode for Battlegrounds will launch in early November with limited time windows to monitor its impact on Q times, with a full season starting in December.
• 😀 Artifact rework has been delayed, and will only be released when the devs are satisfied with the new system.
• 😀 Heroic gear catch-up battle pass will be introduced on October 16th, enabling faster progression for players, including those who haven't participated in raids.
• 😀 Heroic gear will allow players to swap between different pieces (e.g., boots to headpiece or ring to necklace), offering more flexibility.
• 😀 Skill core swapping will be made more flexible, potentially allowing preset combat settings for different scenarios like PvE.
• 😀 Progression costs for heroic gear and other systems will be reviewed to make the grind less intense for players.
• 😀 The hyperboost bug that allowed legacy players to steal contributions from newer players during hyperboost field bosses will be fixed.
• 😀 Legacy servers will offer a one-way transfer option for players on hyperboost servers starting October 23rd, addressing party Q time issues for PvE-focused players.

Q & A

What are the main issues currently affecting Battlegrounds?

The main issue is spawn camping, especially when matches become one-sided, which negatively impacts gameplay.

When is Rank Mode expected to launch, and how will it be rolled out?

Rank Mode is expected to launch in early November as a pre-season with limited time windows, followed by a full season starting in December.

Why are orb and crossbow combinations being nerfed?

Certain orb and crossbow combinations trivialize challenging content in PvE and reduce group diversity, and in PvP, abilities like Supernova dominate GVG, making gameplay less fun.

What is the status of the artifact rework?

The artifact rework has been delayed indefinitely until the developers feel it is ready to replace the current system.

What is the new heroic gear battle pass, and when will it be released?

The new battle pass is designed to fast-track players in obtaining heroic and legendary gear. It will be released on October 16.

Will players be able to transfer or swap their heroic gear?

Yes, players can transfer gear between different pieces (e.g., headpiece to boots) and are expected to have more flexible skill core swapping, possibly through presets.

What improvements are being made to progression and grinding?

Progression costs are being reviewed to be less grindy, allowing players to level up heroic and legendary gear faster.

What fix is being applied to Hyperboost servers?

The Hyperboost bug is being fixed to prevent legacy players from stealing contributions on field bosses. Additionally, a one-way transfer to Legacy servers will be available starting October 23.

What upcoming content is expected in late October?

New trials, including the Colossal Coliseum and Fates Abyss, are expected in late October. The Korean server is currently featuring the Torture Chamber of Screams event.

What announcements are expected in the next Ion Selesium video?

The next video is expected to announce housing updates, Halloween events, and additional community contests.

How will the new heroic gear battle pass affect players who haven’t done raids?

Even players who haven’t participated in raids may receive significant amounts of legendary gear, allowing them to catch up faster.

What is the main takeaway from Tiko Talks for October?

The main takeaways are the introduction of a heroic/legendary gear battle pass, planned nerfs for orb and crossbow, flexible gear and skill core swapping, and upcoming content updates.