Hello Stormbounders!
A new version of Stormbound is coming in October, bringing balance changes, Ranked System Reword, and Halloween Event!
Ranked Mode Rework
In this update, we've reworked the Ranked Mode. Together with the new Fortress Leveling System and recent economy improvements, these updates aim to create a more balanced and rewarding experience for all players.
From now on, players will be able to play not only in their highest League, but also in all unlocked previous ones. Additionally, once Rank 1 of a league is maxed, you can still play in that rank just for coin winnings.
Seasonal Chests
Starting from now on, chests are given when you reach all stars in Rank 1 of a league, or at the end of the season for your highest league. When you reach Rank 1 in any league, you’ll get a chest right away and be promoted to the next league. This means no more waiting for the end of the month to claim rewards!
The only exception is the Heroes League Seasonal Chest - it is still only available at the end of the season.
Rewards
While individual chest rewards have been adjusted, the ability to collect more chests means you’ll be earning similar or more rewards for the same gameplay throughout the season.
Fortress Level Exp doesn't change, which means there's now an additional way of getting more Exp - by unlocking lower level Seasonal Chests.
Fortress Level Exp doesn't change, which means there's now an additional way of getting more Exp - by unlocking lower level Seasonal Chests.
Heroes League Changes
In this update, we’ve removed the Diamond+ League and expanded the Heroes League to accommodate more than 500 players. This makes high-level competition more dynamic and ensures that top-ranked players have even more opportunities to compete at the highest levels.
Additional rewards which are given for ending in Top 250 or higher stay the same.
Please note that when Heroes League players decide to play in the Diamond League, their Heroes League score will not change.
Platinum League Change
We’ve added a card level limit of 4 in the Platinum League, making matches even more about skill and strategy inside it.
Matchmaking and Manual Relegation
Matchmaking has been adjusted to fit the current system, and don't worry! It will never prioritize matching new players with more experienced players.
We believe we did a good job with it, but based on results, we plan to keep tweaking it in the next weeks.
UI/UX Tweaks
Your avatar is now visible next to your username in all leagues you're currently playing in. We've also added visual effects to improve the UI look.
Halloween Event
To celebrate Halloween, we're hosting a Halloween event in Stormbound! Enjoy the spooktacular surprises we've conjured up for you this spooky season.
The Halloween event starts October 28th, 2024 and will last until November 4th, 2024, 8:00 AM CET.
Extra Cards
During the event, Book of Spells and Book of the Undead will yield 2 extra cards.
Spooky Brawls
As a part of the Halloween event, there will be a special Brawl for this occasion: Spooky Pumpkin.
During this brawl, every dead enemy will spawn a Spooky Pumpkin structure that explodes under special conditions. The structure has 3/5/7 strength, depending on the Brawl difficulty.
The following Brawls will be spooky:
- The Casual Brawl starting on October 31st.
- The Warrior Brawl starting on November 7th,
- The Ultimate Brawl starting on November 14th.
Players can get a special Halloween avatar (in the 6th milestone) in each Brawl difficulty, from silly to terrifying.
What's more, the Brawl starting on October 31st will be 50% off. Owners of the Premium Pass will also have their usual discount applied, leading to a 60% reduction.
Halloween Treat
Everyone who will log into the game during the event, will receive a treat of coin 200 coins! Just log into the game between October 28th - November 4th to grab your gift.
Halloween Offers
To celebrate Halloween, there will be 3 spooky premium bundles with avatars, available in the store between October 28th - November 11th, 2024.
This special shop offers are now available to be purchased 3 times each, while only the first one with the Avatar, and the rest with the standard content, excluding the Avatar (because players will already own the exclusive Avatar after buying the offer for the first time).
Autumn Event
Get ready for the Autumn Event in Stormbound, starting on September 30th and lasting until October 7th, 2024! Enjoy special promotions and exclusive gift throughout the event.
More cards
During the event, Book of Felines and Book of Dragons will yield 2 extra cards.
Autumn gift
What's more, everyone will receive a gift of 200 coins. To grab the gift, just redeem a special code, which is valid from September 30th, 2024 until October 7th, 2024.
Gift code: AUTUMN2024
To activate the code, follow these simple steps:
Navigate to Game Options in the top-right corner of the main menu screen.
Click the “Redeem code” button.
Enter the code and click “Claim” to confirm.
Note: You can only redeem this code from September 30th, 2024, until October 7th, 2024 (9:00 AM CEST). If you experience any problems with activating the code, please contact @Aileen on Discord or email [email protected] for assistance
Autumn Offers
Additionally, there will be two special offers with avatars for people willing to put some money to the game.
This special shop offers are now available to be purchased 3 times each, while only the first one with the Avatar, and the rest with the standard content, excluding the Avatar (because players will already own the exclusive Avatar after buying the offer for the first time).
Balance changes
This release, just like any other, will bring some balance changes.
Doctor Mia's mana is now 3 (changed from 2) and the strength is now 3/4/5/5/6 (changed from 2/3/4/4/5).
Malicious Finch's movement is now 0 (changed from 1) and the strength is now 5/6/7/8/9 (changed from 4/5/6/7/8).
Archdruid Earyn's mana is now 8 (changed from 7) and the strength is now 8/9/10/11/13 (changed from 7/8/9/10/12).
Iceflakes' strength is now 4/5/6/7/8 (up from 3/4/5/6/7).
Snake Eyes' strength is now 5/6/7/8/10 (up from 4/5/6/7/9).
Lost Psyches' strength is now 4/5/6/7/8 (up from 3/4/5/6/7).
Bigthrust Tigers' strength is now 4/5/6/7/8 (up from 3/4/5/6/7).
Nerf compensation
As usual, some compensation in the form of coins and fusion stones will be provided to owners of Doctor Mia, Malicious Finch, and Archdruid Earyn, proportional to the level and rarity of the card. Find below the compensation values for each rarity and level.
FAQ
When is the update going to be released?
Please find below a detailed list of the October's update:
- The season reset and balance change: October 1st, 2024 (9:00)
- Autumn event: September 30th - October 7th, 2024 (9:00)
- Autumn gift: September 30th - October 7th, 2024 (9:00)
- 2 extra cards in Book of Felines and Book of Dragons: September 30th - September 7th, 2024 (9:00)
- Autumn offers: September 30th - October 14th, 2024 (9:00)
- Sleepy Season event: October 14th - October 21st, 2024 (9:00)
- Sleepy Double Coins: October 14th - October 21st, 2024 (9:00)
- Login Gift: October 14th - October 21st, 2024 (9:00)
- 2 Extra Cards in Scroll of Elders and Book of Toads: October 15th - October 21st, 2024 (9:00)
- Sleepy Season Event Offers: October 14th - October 28th, 2024 (8:00)
- Halloween event: October 28th - November 4th, 2024 (8:00)
- Halloween treat: October 28th - November 4th, 2024 (8:00)
- 2 extra cards in Book of the Undead and Book of Spells: October 28th - November 4th, 2024 (8:00)
- Cheapened Brawl: October 31st - November 4th, 2024 (8:00)
- Spooky Pumpkin Brawl I - October 31st - November 4th, 2024 (8:00)
- Spooky Pumpkin Brawl II - November 7th - November 11th, 2024 (8:00)
- Spooky Pumpkin Brawl III - November 14th - November 18th, 2024 (8:00)
- Halloween Offers - October 28th - November 11th, 2024 (8:00)
- All times are expressed using a 24-hour clock in CEST (Central European Summer Time) until the last Sunday in October, after which the times will follow CET (Central European Time).
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