Hey Forerunners,
There’s an avalanche of exciting content to explore, now that the dust has settled on a wave of announcements from NARAKA Fest. If you missed the NARAKA Fest, please view the replay here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_8Q47cMqqU. Here's a brief rundown of the major highlights.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Collab – December 4th
Players can look forward to embodying The Witcher's renowned heroes - Geralt, Triss, Yennefer, and Ciri - as they take the leap into NARAKA, reimagined as in-game skins for Tarka Ji, Cyra, Valda Cui, and Shayol Wei. Embrace the adventure, gather tokens, and unlock a treasure trove of legendary in-game loot!
Fairyland Penglai Update
In celebration of the new collaboration, Fairyland Penglai (or our 3D Lobby as it is known) will receive a new feature and additional changes. True Witchers are masters of combat arts and a few more subtle ways of settling scores. Prepare to revel in the artistry of Eastern card strategy as you outsmart your foes in Guandan. This new mini-game will test your wits and is a welcome respite from the harrowing battles you normally face.
New Hero - Lannie
Alongside the breathtaking Witcher collaboration, prepare to welcome a new hero—a street performer who merges Chinese tradition with magic in her enthralling act and captivating performances.
Her skills include using her cloth to repel enemies and vanish or to dash through and unleash devastating strikes. Await her arrival in-game [In late January].
The King of Fighters Collab - 2025
As 2024 draws to a close, we are turning our attention towards the future! 24 Entertainment is proud to announce that one of the ultimate fighting series of all time, is partnering with NARAKA: BLADEPOINT in a monumental collaboration - SNK’s The King of Fighters. Prepare to clash in battles of fists, feet, and weapons as classic characters from their roster join NARAKA as new hero outfits. This collaboration is expected to start in early 2025 so stay tuned for more details!
Collaboration with Thai Boxing legend Buakaw Banchamek
The excitement doesn't stop there—we've dialed up the intensity! Players will be able to feel every punch and kick of Buakaw's champion moves, brought to life through authentic motion capture, adding raw power and ferocity to the game. Complete missions for tokens to summon Buakaw, gaining a strategic edge in combat. This feature will elevate your fighting style, ensuring unprecedented battlefield dominance.
New Season - Mirage Dreamworld
This next season is set to be the most magical yet, featuring a stunning lineup of innovative cosmetics topped by Lyam Liu's remarkable double-form Extreme Outfit, which not only transforms appearances but also enhances gameplay with mythic energy and combat capability. Players can reach unprecedented levels of gameplay by embracing the divine power of Donghuang Taiyi.
Feria Shen’s new Extreme Outfit will also feature a double-form based on its alchemical magic style. Whether in its long white dress form or short black skirt form, this Outfit is sure to leave foes dazzled. Complementing this look is the addition of a magical Pistol Extreme skin. Not only does it enhance firepower with magical shots but also introduces a mystical feline ally, further enriching the combat experience, and making this season truly extraordinary 🌟
Showdown Update - New Boss, Tessa’s Arrival, and more!
Wielding the Dual Halberds is none other than the Vixen herself, Tessa! In the next update of NARAKA: BLADEPOINT you can expect her to befuddle enemies while taking on a new side-story in Showdown. A powerful lightning and poison-using foe stands in your way and it will take all your skills to make it past him. Our latest boss, the Manticore, arrives alongside a host of new Souljades and Omens. Surely, this is one battle you cannot back down from.
NARAKA Esports - December 14 - 15
Returning on December 14-15 is the hotly anticipated annual NARAKA: BLADEPOINT J-Cup World Championship. Each year, the best players from around the world test their skills in the ultimate tournament marked by thrilling action, nail-biting upsets, and blissful glory. This year the J-Cup is set to take place in Changsha, China where the top twelve global players will compete for the title. To ensure that you don’t miss a minute of the action, tune into NARAKA: BLADEPOINT’s YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok channels.
With all of these updates, it’s never been a better time to be a NARAKA: BLADEPOINT fan! To all our players and supporters we want to say thank you and we look forward to seeing you on the battlefield.
Sincerely,
The NARAKA: BLADEPOINT Team