Source: Nexon

On the 9th, Nexon implemented the first major update for its MMORPG 'Mabinogi' as part of the summer 'RE:ACTION' campaign.

This patch introduces 'Arcana Awakening' and the 'Ogham Word' system, both of which push past previous character growth caps. Responding to player feedback, the developers have significantly overhauled dungeon entry and equipment farming structures. Additionally, the 'Fever Season' has kicked off, a massive support initiative designed to help new and returning users settle into the game.

The new 'Arcana Awakening' mechanic is unlocked by completing three sequential guide quests. Players can accumulate Awakening EXP by playing through content such as Hard Mode Uladh Advanced Dungeons, Glenn Bearna, Feth Fiada, and Tech Duinn missions, reaching up to level 30. The cap will increase to level 50 in the second update, with each level-up granting additional stats and activating Arcana-specific effects.

Another core feature, 'Ogham Word,' is a system that allows players to imbue their Arcana with 26 types of ancient Irish characters. These are obtained as rewards for clearing major dungeons (such as Crom Bas, Glenn Bearna, and Feth Fiada) after completing the Awakening guide quest. Words are categorized into Elite (1), Epic (2), and Master (3) grades based on the number of effects they hold, and players can enhance their specs through fusing and dismantling. The system allows players to freely reset bound effects and values to customize their settings.

Matching three specific words in the designated slots triggers a Arcana-exclusive 'Combination Effect.' This enables diverse strategies, such as maximizing the firepower of existing skills or altering their mechanics entirely. The first patch introduces two effects per Arcana, with two more planned for the second patch.

Extensive quality-of-life improvements have also been made to enhance gameplay comfort. The 'Near' system for dungeon entry has been abolished, replaced by a system where players purchase 'exclusive passes' directly from NPCs. Furthermore, the burden of 'spec up' has been reduced by introducing lower-grade equipment cores, and essential growth items have been added to the NPC 'Sorca' shop. Players can now craft special equipment directly using rewards from Crom Bas and Glenn Bearna, and the cost of inheriting stats between identical equipment has been made entirely free, resolving the dilemma of resource consumption.

The 'Fever Season' event, designed to help players grow rapidly, is also underway. Participants can receive free Fergusius weapons, Refined armor, and Forget-me-not accessories, which can be inherited by higher-tier items. The event also provides equipment rentals, hero talent rebirths, and a 100% waiver on repair fees. Notably, users with a cumulative level of 40k or lower receive one free rebirth opportunity daily, and those who designate a representative character will receive powerful items that instantly boost Spirit Weapon and Divinity levels by 100.

A variety of sub-events will run throughout the summer, including 'Special On-Time,' which offers generous login rewards every weekend for the next nine weeks, and 'Guild Vitality Charge!', where guild members work together to collect event coins.

Detailed information regarding the 'Mabinogi' summer major update can be found on the official website.