09-02-2026, 09:02 AM
PATCH NOTES - SEPTEMBER 2, 2026
CentrED World Update, Duskwell Arena, Boss Rebalance, Skill Leveling Tomes & Training Fixes
CentrED World Update, Duskwell Arena, Boss Rebalance, Skill Leveling Tomes & Training Fixes
1. CentrED World & Map Update (Patch v314)
* New Map & Statics Files: All custom structures, decorations, and geographical alignments have been fully synchronized with the live server.
* Newhope Launcher Auto-Sync: Patch v314 is automatically downloaded and installed via the Launcher upon startup.
* Grand Opening - Duskwell Duel & Giant Chess Arena: A brand-new spectator gladiator ring and giant live chess square have been opened in Duskwell for community tournaments and 1v1 duels!
2. Champion Bosses & Dungeon Monster Rebalance
* Boss Combat Stats: All Champion Bosses and high-tier dungeon creatures have undergone a thorough balance pass across HP, resistances, and damage output.
* Custom Loot Tables: Enhanced loot pools with guaranteed rewards, rare artifacts, and high-value materials.
* Leveling Deed Drops: Champion Bosses now feature a 30% chance to drop coveted Skill Leveling Deeds directly to participating players.
3. Skill Leveling Tomes - Monster Kill EXP System
* Active Combat EXP Gain: Players holding Bardic Mastery (Provocation, Peacemaking, Discordance), Mysticism, and Spellweaving tomes can now level up their tomes through active monster combat.
* Skill Requirement: Requires 80.0+ base skill in the corresponding school to absorb monster kill EXP.
* Balanced Progression: High-fame dungeon monsters yield significantly more tome experience.
4. Battle Trainer & Pet Anti-Exploit Security
* Player Training Focus: Battle Trainers are strictly designed for player combat and spellcasting practice.
* Pet Attack Restriction: Pets, summons, and controlled followers can no longer be ordered to attack Battle Trainers ("Your pet cannot attack the Battle Trainer").
* Zero Gain Lock: All pet skill gains, OSI training progress, and pet leveling EXP are completely blocked against training dummies, ensuring balanced pet progression through genuine wilderness hunting.
5. Quality of Life & System Improvements
* Instant GM Taming System: Streamlined [Tame management tools for staff events and pet giveaways.
* Vendor Assortment Expansion: Stonecrafters (Masonry books, granite mining books, mallet & chisels) and Tanners (leather craft supplies) updated in commercial hubs.
Please remember to restart your New Hope Launcher to download the latest client patch before playing!
Thank you for your continued support! See you in the realm of Hopelands!
Thank you for your continued support! See you in the realm of Hopelands!