Maintenance Patch Note | SS3.1

Dear Hyperlinkers,

To provide everyone with a better adventure experience, Etheria: Restart will undergo server maintenance on 2026/02/04, at 03:00 AM (UTC-5). During this period, Hyperlinkers will be unable to log into the game. Following the maintenance, compensation will be sent via in-game mail. Please remember to check your mailbox to claim it. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and greatly appreciate your support and understanding.

Maintenance Schedule:

2026/02/04, at 03:00 AM (UTC-5), expected to last 2 hours.

Compensation:

Hydra Crystal *300

Version Update Details:

I. New Content

◆ New Animuses

A new Animus will be added to the [Kinetic Summon] and [Permanent Summon].

New Kinetic SSR: Necro Flourish - Kethos (Reason)

Available Period: 2026/02/05 00:00 - 2026/02/25 23:59 (UTC-5)

Role: Kethos is a Kinetic Life-type DPS Animus. His unique passive allows him to take over allies' turns, providing exceptional tactical support to his team.

Another new Animus will be added to the [Anima Limited Summon Update] and [Permanent Summon].

New SSR: Aerdras - Bornova (Hollow)

Available Period: 2026/02/05 00:00 - 2026/02/25 23:59 (UTC-5)

Role: As an offense-oriented DPS Animus, Bornova's exclusive passive boosts damage against single targets, making him the perfect primary carry for extended engagements.

◆ [Prowess Up] Limited-time Available

Event Period: 2026/02/05 00:00 - 2026/02/25 23:59 (UTC-5)

Event Intro: During the event, activate Kethos or Bornova's Prowess in the [Animus-Prowess] interface to receive Exclusive Lattice: Kethos, Exclusive Lattice: Bornova, Red Shadowprint, and Module Essence rewards.

*When upgrading an Animus’s skills, its Exclusive Lattice will be consumed first.

◆ [Abyssal Rite - Raymerry] Limited-time Rerun

Available Period: 2026/02/12 00:00 - 2026/02/25 23:59 (UTC-5)

Event Intro: During the event, summoning an SSR Animus in the rerun banner [Abyssal Rite] guarantees the limited SSR Animus [Raymerry].

[Abyssal Rite] is an [Extre-Affinity Summon]. In [Extre-Affinity Summon] pools, a limited SSR Animus is guaranteed within 80 pulls.

*For more details, please check Summon feature in the game.

◆ [Auric Warcry] Limited-time Available

Event Period: 2026/02/04 23:00 - 2026/02/18 12:59 (UTC-5)

Event Intro:

1. Log in for a total of 7 days during the event to receive a [Quantum Cipherbox] (allows you to select one SSR Animus from all non-extra-affinity units released before the Jan 15 version), along with [Wisher Projection Chests, Crux Selection Boxes, Kinetic Prototypes, and other bountiful rewards].

2. When the event starts at 23:00 on Feb 4, 2026 (UTC-5), the first-purchase bonus for all items in the "Hydra Crystal Shop" will be reset for all players. After the reset, players can enjoy the double-crystal bonus on their first purchases once again.

3. During the event, Hyperlinkers can choose one out of six specific Animus outfits to receive for free during the event!

◆ [New Genesis] Limited-time Available

Event Period: 2026/02/12 04:00 - 2026/02/26 03:59 (SVT)

Event Intro:

1. Log in for a total of 7 days during the event to obtain an exclusive Chaku Outfit, Avatar, Avatar Frame, as well as [Perfect Lattice], [Apex Prototype], and other resource rewards.

2. Challenge various daily instances during the event to collect different [Chaku Badges]. Collecting a full set of badges allows you to exchange for a Lucky Bag containing [Genesis Coupons] and other materials.

[Genesis Coupons] can be spent at the [Genesis Shop] to redeem Hyperlinker Outfits [Dawn of the Year / Glow of the Year], as well as [Red Shadowprint], [Perfect Lattice Shards], and various other rewards.

◆ [Lunar Wish Tree] Limited-time Available

Event Period: 2026/02/12 04:00 - 2026/02/26 03:59 (SVT)

Event Intro:

Complete daily challenges during the event to earn Wishing Stars and Hyper Nutrients to cultivate the Lunar Wish Tree and earn rich rewards.

◆ [New Days Carnival] Limited-time Available

Event Period: 2026/02/19 04:00 - 2026/02/26 03:59 (SVT)

Event Intro:

During the event, purchase items to earn [New Days Points], which can be used to claim rewards such as [Perfect Lattice], [Apex Prototype], [Anima Prototype], and more.

◆ [Chaku Treasure Hunt] Limited-time Available

Event Period: 2026/02/12 04:00 - 2026/02/19 03:59 (SVT)

Event Intro:

Chaku-ring has unlocked its Data Treasure Key—feed it [Energy Cookies] to begin your treasure hunt! Perfect Lattices, Anima Crystal Points, as well as new items like Prism Dice and Synchron Dice are all waiting to be claimed.

◆ [Animus Reconfigure] Limited-time Available

Event Period: 2026/02/05 04:00 - 2026/02/19 03:59 (SVT)

Event Intro:

During the event, you can select an Animus to reconfigure, resetting their Star Level, Level, and Prowess back to their initial state. All resources spent during development—including [Lattice, Shadowprint, Investigation Record, Prowess materials, and Etheria Coin]—will be fully refunded.

*Three reconfiguration attempts are available during this event. The first attempt is free; starting from the second attempt, Hydra Crystals will be consumed, with the cost increasing each time.

◆ [SS3: Auric Warcry] Seasonal Exclusive Server is Now Open!

Opening Time: Please refer to the specific announcement for your respective time zone.

Server Intro: The Seasonal Exclusive Server offers a wealth of exclusive events designed to accelerate the growth of all Hyperlinkers!

1. AddedNew[Hyper Camp] Event Available for the first 14 days. Reach specific score milestones to claim generous rewards; exclusive ranking grand prizes are also up for grabs!
2. AddedNew[Blessings Galore] Event A special event for new characters lasting 14 days.
3. AddedNew[Monthly Supply Card] Limited Offer Enjoy a Buy-One-Get-One limited-time deal on Monthly Supply Cards for new characters. (Duration: 14 days).

4. Upgraded: [Hyper Rank-Up] The original [Growth Boost] event has been upgraded to [Hyper Rank-Up], with reward milestones now extended all the way to Level 100.

5. Upgraded: [Hyper Dual Sign-in] The [7-Day Sign-in] event has been upgraded to [Hyper Dual Sign-in], extending the total login rewards to 14 days.

◆ [Restart Time] Return Event Optimization

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Must not have logged into the game for 20+ consecutive days.

2. Must not have triggered the [Restart Time] event within the last 60 days.

Event Intro:

I. [Return Path]

1. Sign-in Rewards Overhaul: The check-in rewards have been fully upgraded. Complete the daily login streak to obtain large quantities of [Perfect Lattice], [Hydra Crystal], [Quantum Prototype], and the Quantum Cipherbox (Non-extre-affinity Animus).

II. [Link Again]

1. Return Task Optimization: Tasks have been fully streamlined for easier participation, offering even more generous rewards.

2. Adjusted[Reunion Grace]The double-drop Stability limit has been increased to 3,000 points.
3. Adjusted[Covenant Consonance]The previous [Reunion Letter] banner has been upgraded to the [Covenant Consonance] banner, featuring a significantly increased drop rate for SSR characters/items.

4. [Dormant Coffer]: Accumulate massive rewards based on your offline duration. Every day you are offline, the coffer begins storing Hydra Crystals, Mental Stabilizers, and [Covenant Configuration] (the currency required for the [Covenant Consonance] banner).

◆ [Hyperlinker Assembly] Limited-Time Event

Event Period: 2026/02/04 21:00 - 2026/03/05 10:59 (UTC-5)

Event Intro: The call has been sent! Invite new recruits and returning Hyperlinkers to join your ranks and unlock a haul of exclusive rewards.

Exclusive Rewards: Earn a unique Avatar Frame, Perfect Lattice Fragments. Plenty of other supplies are waiting to be claimed.

*Note: For specific rules and detailed reward tiers, please refer to the corresponding in-game event announcement.

◆ [Blessings Galore] Limited-time Available

Event Period: 2026/02/13 04:00 - 2026/02/16 03:59 (SVT)

Event Intro:

During the event, receive double rewards from [Investigation], [Threshold], and [GP Outpost]. In addition, players can also choose to consume double stamina in the [Continuous Battle] interface to receive quadruple item drops.

◆ [EWS 2025] Global Grand Finals: The Ultimate Showdown!

Event Period: 2026/02/04 16:00 - 2026/02/14 03:59 (SVT)

Event Intro:

The 2025 Ether World Summit (EWS) Global Grand Finals are about to begin! 16 elite RTA (Real-Time Arena) masters from across three major global regions and various servers will converge in Shanghai. This is the final battle of the year—who will rise above the rest to be crowned the 2025 Individual World Champion?

Join the heat of the competition from within the game! Participate in EWS event activities to claim a wealth of Growth Materials. Support your favorite region and work together to hit Community Milestones to unlock the 2025 EWS Limited-Edition Cosmetics!

Grand Final Rewards

1. Massive Prize Pool: A total of $50,000 USD is on the line!

2. The Ultimate Honor: The Global Champion will receive the most prestigious honor of 2025—the exclusive opportunity to collaborate with the Dev Team to design a custom Champion Signature Skin.

◆ [Summit Arena] SS3 Season Grand Opening!

Season Period: 2026/02/04 23:00 - 2026/04/05 10:59 (UTC-5)

Seasonal Reward Intro:

1. New Unlock the season-exclusive Avatar, Avatar Frame, and Contender Realm. This pass also features additional Bonus Emotes to express yourself on the battlefield!

2. New : Season Exclusive Animus outfit, Chaku outfit, Hyperlinker outfit, and Memory Imprint

3. New : Season-Exclusive Nameplate Avatar Frames, and Seasonal Trophies.

4. AddedShop UpdatesNew exclusive seasonal merchandise and cosmetic items in stock.
5. AddedOther OptimizationsA new protection system has been implemented for players below Level 100 to prevent them from being matched against high-level veterans.

◆ [SS3 Etheria Union Championship] Coming Soon!

Tournament Period: 2026/02/08 11:00 – 2026/03/15 10:59 (UTC-5)

Tournament Overview: The Etheria Union Championship (EUC) is about to begin! The top-tier Unions from every server will take the stage to compete for glory. Join us as we witness the birth of a new champion!

1. Feb 9 – Feb 22 | Teaser Phase: Get a first look at the Top 64 qualified Unions and scout the competition.

2. Feb 23 – Mar 1 | Group Stage: The Top 64 Unions battle it out to secure their spots in the Grand Finals.

3. Mar 2 – Mar 15 | Grand Finals: The 16 Group Champions will face off across four intense rounds of competition to determine the Global Champion.

4. All players can participate in cheering and predictions. The Teaser Phase features team cheering to support your favorite teams. The Grand Finals feature progression predictions; successful predictions earn a large amount of Hydra Crystals.

5. 64 Unions will battle for rankings to win [Synchron/Prism Dice], [Season-Exclusive Radiant Banners], and other grand prizes.

6. AddedSeason Settlement RewardsNew Union Glory Flags, Emblems, and New Titles.

◆ [Animetry: Awaken] New Animus Added

Animus: Valerian

Available Time: After version update

Intro: Valerian joins as a new Animus capable of being Awakened.

◆ [Grim Pursuit] New Dungeon Open

New Shell Dungeon: Bloodspike Helkid

Unlock Requirement: Reach Level 100 and clear Carrion Crows Khloros on difficulty.

New Dungeon Intro: Challenge Bloodspike Helkid to obtain new Shells: "Champion Gator," "Moon Bunny," "Doom Crow," and "Ace Batter."

◆[Module Set Management] New Feature

Intro: A folder classification feature has been added to the existing Module Set function. Players can now customize folders to categorize and save their Module Sets.

◆[Pin Animus] New Feature

Intro: A "Pin" option has been added to the Animus details interface, allowing players to place specific Animus at the top of the list.

◆[Arena Badge] New Feature

Intro: Previously exclusive to [Fearless Arena], "Arena Badges" can now be obtained through the new [Arena Badge System]. By completing various objectives in [Etherena], [Summit Arena], and [Fearless Arena], players can earn new Arena Badges to decorate their Etherena Namecards.

◆ [Yeli-Snowbloom Sakura] Outfit Rerun

Event Period: 2026/02/12 04:00 - 2026/02/26 03:59 (SVT)

II. Seasonal Balance Adjustment

Following the conclusion of Summit Arena SS2, we have implemented balance adjustments based on player performance and current overall Animus strength. For details, please refer to the: "SS3 Seasonal Balance Adjustment Announcement."

III. Bug Fixes

1. Fixed an issue where the increase in target cooldown turns for [Animus-Kazami Kazuyo] Skill-2 was abnormal at Level 4.

2. Fixed a counting error for [Animus-Borgne] Skill-3 in the Aurora dungeon and when the enemy has Kokardi.

3. Fixed an issue where [Animus-Kokardi] could not be targeted after being revived if control effects were applied.

4. Fixed abnormal stat values for [Module] , , and .

5. Optimized the performance of [Shell] at maximum stacks; the animation will no longer play.

6. Fixed an occasional issue in [Chaku Treasure Hunt] where the reward pop-up would not trigger under specific operations.

7. Fixed an issue where the preview button on the [Summon] Beginner Banner was unresponsive to clicks.

8. Fixed an issue where certain operations in [Summit Arena] could prevent players from exiting properly.

9. Fixed an issue in [EtherNet Rally] where preset lineups might error during phase transitions while offline.

10. Fixed an issue in [Hyper Blackjack] where drawing a probability Buff card could cause the turn to end abnormally.

11. Fixed an issue in [Hyper Blackjack] where certain operations during matchmaking could prevent entry into the room.

12. Fixed an issue where the match list would not refresh after a [Union] name change.

13. Reworked specific skills for [Union] Frontline Guardian - Selone:

Reason: Continuously applies buffs to all defenders and increases their damage dealt.

Odd: Deals True Damage to all attackers and dispels their buffs.

1. Fixed an issue where [Animus-Palin]'s passive failed to trigger after Amber was activated.

2. Fixed an issue where the blue notification dot for [Champion's Call] prediction results failed to display.

3. Corrected text descriptions for certain items.

4. Optimized visual effects and textures for certain assets.

5. Optimized multi-language compatibility.

6. Improved overall game stability.