Operation : BLACK MARKET Update Note (August Update)

Dear Mercenaries!!

We are pleased to announce the preview for the August update, which finally reveals a new operation!!

Please check the news regarding the new operation and look forward to it.

[Update Note]

1. New Operation: Black Market Update

A. Addition of the Operation System

- BLACK MARKET Operation Pass

We are adding a system to commemorate the time invested by all mercenaries who love AVA, and to provide achievements and rewards in return.

We hope this serves as a motivation for enjoyable gameplay, allowing everyone to remember the time they spent together during the operation period.

The Operation Pass will be provided in two phases, a first half and a second half, and will be applied in 2-month cycles.

The first half allows players to reach up to Level 200, while the second half is scheduled to be open up to Level 400.

The standard Operation EXP per level is 3,000.

If you include the boosters currently equipped by mercenaries and event boosters,

you will be able to sufficiently earn rewards for leveling up.

This Operation Pass is provided for those who consistently love AVA, and we are not considering it as a monetization model.

In this Operation: Black Market, we are preparing to allow you to permanently acquire a new melee weapon upon completing the Operation Pass.

[Rewards by Pass Level]

[Main rewards]

- BLACK MARKET Operation Achievements

This content is provided to motivate those who have completed the Operation Pass.

Please note that this is designed to provide additional rewards for achieving achievements while playing the game consistently.

We hope you achieve all achievements and engrave memories of your time with AVA.

B. Addition of Operation escape Map

- E-BAZZAR

MiSSion Type : Escape

After suffering a crushing defeat on the European mainland, the remnants of the NRF fled to Wabal Island in the Kai Archipelago, seeking a chance to rebuild their forces.

There, they stole Colonel Pavel Panfilov's concealed weapons research and gathered at the massive North African black market known as 'Bazzar.'

The NRF attempted to turn the tide by securing forgotten weapon blueprints utilizing indium from the past 'Death Valley Operation,' but their plans were thwarted by a swift surprise assault from the EU Forces.

Having failed to stop the enemy's escape during that battle, the NRF now begins a desperate retreat toward Asia, their final stronghold.

Part of the EU team must escape by boarding the van. The NRF must prevent the EU Forces from escaping.

Quick Match Escape Mode will be available.

The maps will rotate between two types: E-Boat and E-Bazaar.

C. Addition of Operation Special Weapon

- Recon Binoculars

It can be equipped via the special weapon slot and is a tactical telescope modeled after the Squad Leader's Telescope.

Equip Weapon -> Hold Weapon -> Zoom -> Click Fire Button

The difference from the Squad Leader's Binoculars is that it can only be used twice per round.

When the UAV is exposed, the class icon and the enemy's remaining HP are displayed.

The binoculars cannot be used after both uses.

D. Addition of New Operation Weapon

- Throwing Axe

This melee weapon can be thrown to a limited extent and can be a powerful survival weapon when your life is in danger.

We have placed the Throwing Axe so that you can acquire a permanent weapon upon reaching Operation Level 200.

Additionally, we plan to provide a flashy paint skin for the throwing weapon upon reaching Level 400.

We hope you make sure to acquire it during this operation.

As the title suggests, the Throwing Axe is an axe that can be thrown.

It is typically used once, but if you equip Diallo O.Shango, the main character for this Black Market operation, you can use it twice due to a character trait.

To throw the Throwing Axe, right-click while holding the axe.

Please note that once thrown, you will switch to bare hands, and the weapon is quite weak.

*A new weapon that anyone can acquire will be released during this Operation content.

E. Special Weapon 2-Slot Expansion

The special weapon slot will be expanded to allow you to use two different types depending on your tactics.

However, please note that since each weapon has a balance, you cannot use weapons with the same effect.

The special weapon group will be divided into two categories: Recovery and Tactical. Please note that they will be classified into recovery-related items and abilities corresponding to skills.'

Various special weapons are scheduled to be updated in the future!

F. Addition of New AVA Coin Capsules

You can now acquire various items using AVA Coins newly obtained through Operations.

[Open Schedule]

Time (UTC): 2026. 08. 20, 06:00 AM ~ 2026. Until the regular update in October

*Schedule may be subject to change.

[G-Rifle 332 Warlord]

[Warlord Knife]

[Capsule Components]

This Operation Capsule contains last season items along with a new Operation weapon.

The purchase price of the capsule is 5,000 AVA Coins.

Sincerely, Your AVA Customer Service Team

2. Title & Name Card System Update

You can now apply titles and business cards to highlight the unique charm of your mercenaries.

It can be obtained by completing operation missions or through special event promotions, and devices for customization will be provided through this.

If you have a strong desire to collect, I hope you don't miss out on acquiring this.

[How to Use Titles and Name Cards]

Click the Nickname Change Icon

Go to Dog Tag Settings Screen

Title: Title List

Titles are displayed as icons on the left.

Name Card: Name Card List

Name Cards are displayed as background images in the center for information display.

The information within the Name Card is as follows:

Name Card Name

Clan Name

Arena RP Data

Change Nickname: Go to Nickname Change Screen

If you wish to change your nickname, please visit the relevant page to continue using your existing one.

You can preview your set titles and name cards on the centrally located screen.

Once the settings are applied, they will be displayed in the lobby.

Titles and Name Cards are displayed during spectating, and when an enemy is defeated, the defeated player's title is displayed.

In other words, when you defeat an enemy, your own title is displayed to them to show your uniqueness.

Conversely, when you defeat an enemy, you can also see the enemy's title.

Q. Where can I obtain them?

A. We currently offer them uniquely through various routes, such as sales promotion perks, exclusive quests, random boxes, and Operation Passes.

3. Improvements to view Primary weapon stat details

4. New Random Box Added

The Black Market Box is newly configured.

[Black Market Box Components]

[Raven Pro Warlord]

[White Skull Man]

[DEEP COVER] - Namecard

[WAR CREST] - Title

[4th Anniversary Random Box Sales Schedule]

The 4th Anniversary Commemorative Box will be available for purchase until the September update.

5. New quests exclusive to titles and name cards added

An exclusive quest will be added where you can obtain unique titles and name cards.

You can check it on the challenge page.

*With this update, one quest for each has been opened, and we plan to continue providing updates in the future.

6. The Aslan map will be switched to Classic.

The Quick Match Aslan map is scheduled to be converted to Classic.

7. Weapon Rebalance

The base balance of the X36 & G-Rifle 332 is scheduled to be adjusted.

- X36

• Range, Rate of Fire, Recoil Control, and Movement Speed significantly increased

• Attack Power, Aim Recovery Speed, and Accuracy slightly increased

• Base DPS increased and weapon handling difficulty reduced

- G-Rifle 332

• Attack Power +3

• Slightly increased rapid-fire accuracy and recoil control

• Base DPS increased and weapon handling difficulty reduced

8. Quick Match Demolition Map Rotation

9. Changes & Adjustments

- Hot & New menu adjustments

- Changes to all special weapon icons

Fixed early models that had not been updated.

- Changes to Capsule Shop Jackpot items

- Changes to monthly rewards

-Modification of Throwing Weapon Group Icons

Enhanced visibility for icons matching the weapon type

10. 4th Anniversary Medal Sales

You can purchase them at a discounted price, limited to one purchase per person.

You can check and purchase them via the Hot & New menu in the shop or the TRENDING page.

The prices are as follows.

11. Other Bug Fixes

-Tundra custom price adjustments

-AN X14 Infighter Incendiary Grenade display

-G-Rifle 332 specs standardized

-RX Storm Wendigo zoom color adjustments

-HG21c Dirty Warrior season tier adjustments

Further details will be provided in the update details announcement.

We will do our best to ensure that the preparations made for the new operational mission are applied.

If there are any modifications, we will notify you through the update notes.

[Regarding AVA COIN Rewards Commemorating the Opening of the 4th Anniversary Operation]

- Previously, ranking rewards based on season levels were provided upon the conclusion of the season.

- Although we decided not to distribute these rewards upon the end of the season, it has been confirmed that the AVA COIN rewards were distributed as the operation concludes. Rather than adjusting this process, we will continue to provide the level achievement rewards as before to celebrate the new operation and the 4th anniversary. You can check these rewards via your mailbox.

Sincerely,

Your AVA Operations Team