Greetings, this is the Horizon Walker Development Team.
In this Developer's Note, we’d like to share a look at two major features currently in development — the upcoming Squad War system and the Demi-Ascension system, as well as a sneak peek at new upcoming costumes.
― Toward the Battlefield of the Gods ―
Squad War & Demi-Ascension System
“Human God, the time has come for you to stand upon the battlefield.
Upon the ruins of forsaken divinity, raise your own legion.”
These two systems — Squad War and Demi-Ascension — are designed to evolve the Human God’s role from a symbolic figure into a true, ascending deity.
They mark the beginning of your journey toward becoming a greater god.
1. The Cracked World — Prelude to War
The boundaries between the divine realm and reality have crumbled.
Now, the Human God must descend into the Corrupted Expanse, a distorted domain born from fallen gods and outer demons.
It is a wasteland where time, order, and meaning no longer exist — a land ruled only by the will to wage war.
The Human God will not fight directly.
Instead, from their Throne of Divinity, they will command their Vanguards — sending them forth as expeditionary forces to strike at the heart of enemy strongholds.
2. Squad War — Command the Divine Legion
▣ Deployment
Every battle begins with the Human God’s command.
Vanguards are assembled according to divine will — strategically organized within cost limits to form the most effective strike force.
Upon deployment, the Human God bestows a fragment of divine energy known as Godspark (Remnant of Divinity).
Vanguards will consume this energy as they press forward through the battlefield.
▣ Phases and Battle Flow
The battlefield progresses in phases.
With each passing phase, the Human God’s influence expands — and the balance of the world tilts further in their favor.
Advance: Push toward enemy lines and expand the front.
Skill: Use supplies to restore Godspark or reorganize your formation.
Retreat: Preserve Godspark and await the next divine command.
Allies and enemies alternate their turns, vying for dominance over the battlefield.
▣ Encounters and Combat
When advancing forces meet enemy troops, the Rite of Battle begins.
In that instant, the Vanguards fight in the name of their god — and from afar, the Human God watches, bestowing their power upon them.
Divine Skills: Ultimate powers that reshape the battlefield. Long cooldowns, but immense impact.
Supplies: Materials found across the field. Key to sustaining combat through healing, buffs, or restoring Vitality.
▣ The Clash of Gods
As the battle rages on and the enemy’s base defense falls to zero,
their master — the manifestation of a forsaken god — will appear.
At this moment, the Human God unleashes their divine authority directly from the throne, merging with their Vanguards to bring the war to its climax.
Upon victory, your Divine Domain expands, and a new Throne awakens.
3. The Divine Domain — Expansion of Power
The Divine Domain is not just a set of stats.
It is a map of divinity itself — a sacred web connecting the Human God to the world.
Each slot represents a revelation, unlocked through both combat and story progression.
Ascension Stage Transformation of the Human God
1st Awakening Base stats increase, core authority strengthened
2nd Awakening Unlocks new Divine Skills and special battlefield effects
3rd Awakening Unlocks the Demi-Ascension Slot — sharing divine power with chosen Vanguards
4th Awakening Unlocks the War-exclusive growth path — becoming the God of Battle
4. Demi-Ascension — Sharing the Throne
When the Human God reaches the depths of their Domain,
they gain the ability to grant select Vanguards a Seat of Demi-Divinity.
These chosen ones inherit a fragment of the Human God’s divinity,
acting as their living avatars upon the battlefield.
-Reduced Godspark consumption during combat
-Stat increases across multiple attributes
-Additional buffs triggered when the Human God activates Divine Skills
As the bond between God and Vanguard deepens, the form of their Demi-Ascension evolves
“You are now a part of me.
My power shall become your blade, and your breath shall become my strength.”
5. War Growth Route — Evolution Through Battle
Certain areas of the Divine Domain can only be strengthened through warfare.
These regions expand using War Resources, visually marked with a distinct color — representing the Battlefield of the Gods.
Key Enhancements Include:
-Increased maximum Vanguard deployment cost
-Unlocking and enhancing Divine War Powers
-Improved Energy recovery efficiency
-Reduced cooldowns during live battles
These are not mere buffs in stats — they embody the Human God’s evolution into a higher divinity forged through war.
6. Completion of the Myth — Developer’s Message
The essence of this update lies in delivering the feeling that “the Human God directly shapes the balance of the world.”
Vanguard combat, divine commands, Domain growth, and Demi-Ascension — all are threads in the same grand mythos.
The battlefield of Horizon Walker is no longer just a stage for combat.
It is where divinity itself evolves — where gods are reborn through war.
“Human God, gaze upon the battlefield.
Your will shall reshape the world.”
―New Costume Preview―
We’re preparing a brand-new costume that highlights Olivia’s elegance and charm even further.
Meanwhile, the Squad War and Demi-Ascension systems are still in active development.
We’ll share more detailed updates on their progress as we move closer to release.
Though they’ll take a little more time, our team is committed to delivering content worthy of your expectations.
Olivia’s new costume is scheduled to be released on November 20.
We deeply appreciate your patience and continued interest in Horizon Walker, and we hope you look forward to everything that’s to come.