2026-09-17 · source
A week from now, on September 24, the brand-new version [Storms Rise in Pinglan] will unfold a whole new chapter of the martial world for Wanderers. On September 19 (this Saturday), pre-download for the new version will officially open. At that time, Wanderers can go and download some resources in advance, so as to set off smoothly after the update. The "complete form" of the Hangzhou region — with an area large enough to rival the entire [Kaifeng Region] — will officially meet Wanderers. The road ahead is vast, with much to explore. Today, Wanderers may as well go one step ahead with us and take a look at the scenery soon to arrive! First, naturally, is entering the academy and making new friends. [Pinglan Academy], as the official school of Wu-Yue, widely recruits young talents and promotes practical teaching. The students have varied temperaments, and their reasons for joining the academy differ as well, but in the end they are all young people of similar age. Youthful spirit and the bond of schoolmates—what this grand official school by West Lake carries will be a youth with few worries.
*Effects shown are from research in progress; final results are subject to official launch. As an official academy, the school naturally has complete facilities. Not to mention the water pavilions, terraces, book towers and study halls—the [Sleeping Lodge] for students' rest, the [Jue Xiang Archery Ground] for physical training, and the [Tea Pavilion] for leisurely conversation are all fully equipped as well. Confucius said, "One should never tire of refining rice, nor of mincing meat finely," and Laozi said, "Governing a great state is like cooking a small fish." It seems the sages all believed there was great wisdom in eating. The academy's dining hall has certainly not been careless about this either: a table of food, a few furnishings—both reveal the meticulous care behind this official academy. As for more wonders, they await the wandering heroes to personally explore when the time comes.
*Effects shown are from pre-research development; please refer to the final official release. But all of the above, in the end, is still just the environment within the academy. Once inside the academy, what kind of life to live is still for the vagrant to decide.
Having enrolled to study here, one should by rights heed the tutors' teachings and cultivate one's character; but the young have their youthful spirit, and folk of the wilderness always carry a chivalrous heart. If one encounters matters that don't quite conform to the academy's rules, yet are hard to simply ignore, how will the vagrant choose?
A classmate is caught up in urgent business and asks you to [Answer the Roll Call] on their behalf — will you lend a helping hand out of loyalty, or stick strictly to the rules? Someone craving a snack wants to [Sneak in Outside Food] — will you hand it over, or intercept it halfway?
Or take another example: the academy's outhouse, worn down by years of disrepair, creaks and groans with every gust of wind, seriously disturbing the students' peace of mind. Faced with a classmate's troubles, will this chivalrous-hearted vagrant of the wilderness be willing to lend a hand?
Both [Acts of Chivalry] and [Diligent Study and Accumulated Merit] will bring their own rewards — every choice the vagrant makes will be recorded in the form of "Academic and Merit Points." Once a certain threshold is reached (each calculated independently, without affecting the other), there is a chance to unlock [Special Story Scenes and System Feedback]. Whether you end up receiving a certificate of merit or having your parents called in all depends on how the vagrant conducts themselves.
The effect demonstration is still in pre-research, please refer to the final official release for accuracy At the same time, the academy also has dedicated leaderboards that separately showcase model students of exemplary conduct, as well as "notorious figures" who repeatedly violate the academy's rules. If Vagrants have some free time, they might as well go take a look and properly absorb the power of these role models!
Reading ten thousand books, traveling ten thousand miles. Beyond the academy, there is also a vast world.
In [Ten-League Mulberry Sea], clear waters wind through the land, black-canopied boats moor along the banks, village houses are hidden among the green shade, and fields and mulberry paths stretch as far as the eye can see. As wanderers stroll through this peaceful and idyllic water town, surely their spirits will be lifted. And if fortune favors them, wanderers may even follow the rumors to pay a visit to the mysterious "Immortal Maiden" deep within the mulberry grove, opening up yet another legendary adventure in the martial world.
Effects shown are from a pre-research build; please refer to the final release version.
Compared to the bright and beautiful scenery of the previous two places, [Qiantang Estuary] shows a "dusty" roughness instead.
Having protected the banks of the Qiantang River for over fifty years, the sea wall is continuously maintained by dike workers under the supervision of the military camp. Those who personally experienced the tidal disasters have gradually passed on, and the greatness of this tide-defying embankment seems to have faded from people's memory as well. Yet the resilient spirit that once stood against the tides still remains here, just as the sea wall continues to stand firm. Weeds and silt, too, can become the cornerstone of new life.
By the riverside stands a [Tide-Watching Pavilion], which is also a witness to this greatness. People gather here to await and watch the tides, filling every elegant seat, with music never ceasing. The surging river tides that once made people's faces pale with fear have now become a magnificent sight that can be leisurely admired.
King Wusu once wrote: "When the flowers along the path bloom, you may slowly return." Those who now climb this pavilion may likewise say: "When the tide comes upon the river, you may slowly watch it."
*Effects shown are from research in progress; final results are subject to official launch. On September 24, a vaster realm of Jianghu awaits wanderers to explore in person. At the same time, we've also noticed that some wanderers have had to step away from Jianghu due to real-life matters, and worry about falling behind other wanderers upon their return, which troubles them. To address this, in the new version we will comprehensively upgrade the returning player system, helping wanderers set aside their worries and return to Jianghu with greater ease—
*Effects shown are under development; final results are subject to the official launch.
Major Upgrade to Comeback Rewards
Helping Vagrants Set Off Again on a New Journey
After a Vagrant has been away from the world for 14 days, logging back in will trigger the following benefits—
• Full Equipment Escort, All the Way to the Highest Tier
Upon logging in, returning Vagrants will immediately receive a full set of equipment matching their current tier, and every time they unlock the next tier, they will once again be given a full set of equipment for the new tier, continuing all the way up to the current highest tier. Vagrants no longer need to spend extra effort farming transitional gear, and can focus more on experiencing new content.
• Abundant Resource Support, Easily Catch Up on Progress
Upon logging in, players will immediately receive 300,000 Su Jade. By completing the [Retracing the Old Path] series of quests, they can also obtain large amounts of additional Su Jade, breakthrough materials, Heart Method insights, and other development materials, helping Vagrants quickly catch up on their progression. By signing in during the [As If the Swan Has Returned] event, players can also claim rewards such as [Everlasting Jade], [Lingering Melody], and [Wisp of Echo (Bound)]. In addition, we have streamlined and optimized [Retracing the Old Path], reducing the number of quests and their requirements, so that they can be easily completed while experiencing the new content. Vagrants who have been away from the world for a longer period will also receive additional rewards such as [Fine Bird Feathers].
• Experience Bonus and Double Drops to Boost Fast Growth
Moreover, upon returning, Vagrants will not only enjoy the existing level catch-up experience bonus, but can also freely choose to activate double Heart Power drops, among other ways to further reduce the difficulty of catching up.
*This is a demonstration of the effect during preliminary research; please refer to the final official release. The above optimizations will officially go live on September 24. At the same time, considering that Vagrants who have recently returned and are currently in the return rewards period may miss out on the new version's rewards, we will also send supplementary rewards via mail to Vagrants who returned during the period from September 1 to September 24. We welcome all Vagrants to set aside their concerns and embark on a new journey once again! The Mid-Autumn Festival is approaching, and a batch of fun appearances will also be available this week, adding a bit more novelty to the world of martial arts—
Hat Appearance Random Gift Box
[Bag of Fortune]
This is a preview during pre-research development; please refer to the final release for actual effects Open the bag for good fortune, may [Good Bag Luck] bring you good luck! The random hat appearance gift box [Good Bag Luck] will be available for a limited time from September 19 to October 16 at 5:00. During this period, Rangers can go to the "Store" to purchase it with 60 [Echo Beads]. This random gift box contains a total of 6 styles (including one hidden style), and the hat appearance obtained from each box opening will not be repeated.
Collect all 6 hat styles above to receive the collection reward: the protagonist avatar [Bag Master]. Friendly reminder: this random gift box supports gifting, and each Ranger can receive up to 6 [Good Bag Luck] gift boxes as gifts.
Limited-Time Appearance Gift Pack
[Beautiful Night Dance Gift Box]
This is a preview of effects still in development; the final release shall prevail. Joyous Gathering, Joy in Both Stillness and Motion!
From September 19 to 5:00 on October 16, wanderers can head to the event "[Dancing Together in Joyous Times]" to purchase the limited-time appearance gift pack [Box of Dancing Together in Joyous Times] at the discounted price of 200 [Echo Beads] instead of the original price of 400 [Echo Beads]. It includes the environmental scene [Silken Mist], the emote [Dancing on the Breeze], and the situational pose [Palm's Ingenuity].
Brand New Remnant Echo
[Fluffy Fuzz]
Effect demonstration during preliminary research; please refer to the final official launch. "Bear, may fluffy light bloom into flowers!" With a gentle wave of its furry paw, a sky full of starlight transforms into velvet blossoms, drifting softly down. Such a scene is undeniably heartwarming — it's just that the name of this move... is quite a mouthful when said quickly.
The all-new Lingering Echo Avatar [Fluffy Bloom] will be available for a limited time from September 19 to October 16 at 5:00, during which Rangers can head to the "Shop" to purchase it for 300 [Echo Beads].
"Flute's Song, Thousand Waves" Arcane Technique Effect
[Golden Feast Descends from the Heavens]
Effects shown are from pre-research; please refer to the final release Flute sounds drift softly, the bright moon hangs in the sky. As the shimmering moonlight flows, golden, delicious fried eggs actually fall from the heavens! On this night and in this scene, the full moon and family reunion are accompanied by lingering fragrance — truly a feast for sight, scent, and taste.
The [Flute Song, Thousand Waves] miraculous skill effect appearance [Golden Feast from the Sky] will be available for a limited time from September 19 to October 16 at 5:00, originally priced at 300 [Echo Beads]. During this period, Rangers can head to the "Shop" to purchase it at the discounted price of 60 [Echo Beads].
Brand New Companion Accessories
[Eternal Peace Through the Years] and [Success in All Directions]
Effect demonstration during pre-research, subject to final release The martial world is unpredictable; we don't seek unrivaled skill, only wish for peace and health year after year. An exquisite little pouch, embroidered with colorful threads in a persimmon-calyx pattern. Four petals on the calyx, blessing your beloved pet with smooth sailing and all wishes fulfilled.
From September 19 to 5:00 on October 16, wanderers may go to the [Shop] to purchase the brand-new companion accessories [Peace Through the Years] and [Content in All Directions], each for 60 [Echo Bead].
Brand-New Companion Accessory · Cat
[Plenty of Fish]
*This is a preliminary demonstration; please refer to the final released version.
Brand New Companion Accessory · Goose
[Fortune Pouch · Wealth Pouch]
This is a demonstration of effects still in pre-research; please refer to the final release. Gold-threaded, delicately embroidered dried fish, a luxurious brocade pouch that makes one drool. Roaming the martial world, always [Fish to Spare]! Gold thread embroiders ingots, red brocade forms a little pouch. Holding in a household full of fortune, drawing in wealth from all directions.
From September 19 to 5:00 on October 16, Rangers can head to the [Shop] to purchase the brand-new Companion Accessory · Cat [Fish to Spare] and Companion Accessory · Goose [Pouch of Fortune and Wealth], each for 60 [Echo Beads].
