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Full Hero Plus update
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What changed
- Events
- Maps
- Gameplay
- Store
- Compatibility
- Balance
Hero Plus changes
Dear Hero Community!
We will be performing maintenance at 17:00 PM (PST) on Feb. 25th.
We expect this maintenance to last about 6~7 hours. Kindly find detailed information below. Downtime: Feb. 25th, 17:00 PM (PST) - Feb. 26th, 00:00 AM (PST).
Details 0-1. [END] Valentines Day Event 1) NPC Black Rabbit 2) Daily Valentines Buff 3) Candy bar Crafting 4) Collecting Pink Seal (Wedding Hall Event Zone)
0-2. [END] Event Item Delete 1) Blue Dragon Ball (2024 Event Reward) * Event items remaining from the previous event will be removed.
New Darkness Map, Ghostblood Valley! Steam post image
A newly uncovered region, [Ghostblood Valley], has emerged in Hero Plus. Shrouded in darkness and haunted by restless spirits, this mysterious land awaits those brave enough to step inside. A brand-new map, powerful items, and untol stories lie hidden within its shadows. 1) New Map: Ghostblood Valley This map is a realm where darkness and crimson light coexist, and wandering spirits roam freely. Beware of the restless wraiths that linger within. Characters Level 220 or higher will automatically receive Quest [Ghost Stone] upon logging in. Upon completing these quests, players will be able to access the Ghostblood Valley Map through NPC Britney. 2) New Armor: Ghost Attribute Armor You may craft newly added armor infused with the aura of darkness, or obtain it from monsters. Please note that the drop rate from monsters may be relatively low. Armor crafting is available through NPC Biryu. 3) New Material: Fragment(G)/Sigil(G)/Stone items You can obtain materials required for (Ghost) Refinement. Through crafting, you can further enhance your existing armor and make it even more powerful. Items successfully crafted will gain immense power and a dark aura. 4) New Ghostblood Valley Quest: Characters Level 220 or higher will automatically receive Quest [Ghost Stone] upon logging in. There are a total of four hidden quests related to the Ghostblood Valley. Upon completing these quests, players will be able to access the Ghostblood Valley Map through NPC Britney. > [Hero Guide] Ghostblood Valley > [Hero Guide] Ghost Refinement System and Ghost Armor > [Hero Guide] Ghostblood Hidden Quest
New Map Update Event
The long-awaited new map is finally here! Check out the official website for detailed information about the exciting new content and features awaiting you. To celebrate the map’s release, we will also be hosting special events with generous rewards for all players!
Event Period
02/26/2026 - 03/11/2026 (2 weeks)
NPC
Gui Tian Lord in Dragon Castle Steam post image
Daily Check-in Event
Event Period: 02/26/2026 - 03/11/2026 (2 weeks) - NPC: Gui Tian Lord in Dragon Castle Enjoy the Mew Map Update with a variety of events! Log-in and check-in to receive the rewards.
Don’t miss out on the special attendance rewards packed with valuable items!
※ Note ) Event Reward items cannot be traded/put in consignment. ※ Note ) Event Reward items will be discarded after 04/08/2026 maintenance.
Daily Ghost Blood Buff
Event Period: 02/26/2026 - 03/11/2026 (2 weeks) - NPC: Gui Tian Lord in Dragon Castle Log in daily to receive a special buff this time, it’s an exclusive boost granted once per day, per character!
*Ghostblood Buff DEF +5% Arts DEF +5% Add EXP +30% (3 hours) ※ Note ) The buff can be obtained once per day per character.
Find the [Blood Shard]
- Event Period02/26/2026 - 03/11/2026 (2 weeks) - NPC: Gui Tian Lord in Dragon Castle Defeat monsters to collect [Blood Shard] and trade it in for rewards. Reward items are available for purchase at NPC Gui Tian Lord.
How to obtain a Darkness Material(Trade X / Store O)?
Steam post image - Players can obtain the materials by catching monsters with your character. (±15 level monsters for Non-Divine / ±30 level monsters for Divine & Darkness)
When you use Aid System, check the box [Event Item] to obtain a Blood Shard. Steam post image ※ Note ) Event Reward items cannot be traded/put in consignment. ※ Note ) Event Reward items will be discarded after 04/08/2026 maintenance. [Item List]
Steam post image Recovery Supplies Box EXP Box ATK Pill Gold Pill Healing Pill Valuable Material Box Premium Material Box (Rental) N-divine Weapon Box (Rental) N-divine Armor Box (Rental) N-divine Acc Box (Rental) Divine Weapon Box (Rental) Divine Armor Box (Rental) Divine Acc Box (Rental) Darkness Weapon Box (Rental) Darkness Armor Box (Rental) Darkness Acc Box (Rental) 2nd Acc Box * Recovery Supplies Box Open to receive one of the following - 50 Wolf Meat Dumpling - 50 Sweet Wine - 50 Steamed Potato - 50 Steamed Sweet Potato - 1 Esoteric Pill - 1 Pine needles Tea(50p). * EXP Box Open to receive one of the following: - EXP Charm (10% 60mins) - EXP Charm (15% 60mins). * Valuable Material Box Grants one of the following at random: - Hundred Years Smelted Iron Piece Box - Million Years Smelted Iron Piece Box - Old Dense Iron Piece Box. * Premium Material Box Grants one of the following at random: - Hundred Years Smelted Iron Bar Box - Million Years Smelted Iron Bar Box. ※ Note ) Event Reward items cannot be traded/put in consignment. ※ Note ) Event Reward items will be discarded after 04/08/2026 maintenance 4) Suspicious Monsters Appearing in the Central Isle
Event Period: 02/26/2026 - 03/11/2026 (2 weeks) - Map: Central Isle Due to the emergence of Ghostblood Valley, an imbalance has spread across the martial world, causing suspicious monsters to appear in the CI Region. During the event period, the monsters [Corrupted Water Dragon] and [Ture Water Dragon] will spawn in the Central Isle.
Defeating either the Corrupted Water Dragon or the True Water Dragon will grant multiple [Mystery Boxes]. [Monster Respawn & Rewards] Steam post image ▲ Corrupted Water Dragon, Ture Water Dragon
Monster Respawn Time: 2 hours - Monster Reward Corrupted Water Dragon: Drops 25× [Mystery Box] Ture Water Dragon: Drops 40× [Mystery Box] ※ Note ) Event Reward items cannot be traded/put in consignment. ※ Note ) Both dragons respawn every 2 hours. ※ Note ) Each normal attack or Arts(skill) attack reduces the monster’s HP by 1
The list of items obtainable from the [Mystery Box] is as follows: Oracle Holy Water Coupon Red Dragon Pet Set Premier Golden Statue Advanced Golden Statue Socket Miled Stone(+2) Broken Golden Statue Book of Initializing (Identify) Soul Stone Charm of Luck (2kyu) Charm of Luck 3X Primitive Pet Herb(12 hrs) Black Herbal Tea Hero Power Potion(6h) Hero Pill(6h) Esoteric Pill EXP Charm 50% (4h) Shouting(x5) ※ Note ) Opening a [Mystery Box] will grant one random item from its contents.※ Note ) Items Oracle Holy Water Coupon and Red Dragon Pet Set obtained from the [Mystery Box] will not be removed even after the event ends. ※ Note ) The Red Armor Set includes the Red Dragon Pet Armor only. The Red Dragon pet is not included. ※ Note ) The drop rate of some items is very low. ※ Note ) Event Reward items cannot be traded/put in consignment. ※ Note ) Event Reward items will be discarded after 04/08/2026 maintenance...
- [Update] Hero Tavern [On Sale] Period02/12/2026 - 03/11/2026 (4 weeks) Fortune Five Element Marble Box The item released on February 12 is currently still available for purchase. Sales for this item will end on March 11.
[NEW] Period: 02/26/2026 - 03/11/2026 (2 weeks)
Normal/Advance/Rare/Legend/Unique Kyu Rank-up Charm (Marble) ※ The success rate of the Rank-Up Charm decreases as the grade increases from Normal to Unique. ※ Rank-Up Charm success rates for Rare, Legend, and Unique grades are very low. Using this charm increases the Kyu level of a Marble. Example: (+0) Tree Marble (Advanced_4 Kyu) → (+0) Tree Marble (Advanced_5 Kyu) (+3) Fire Marble (Rare_2 Kyu) → (+3) Fire Marble (Rare_3 Kyu)
※ The maximum Kyu level is 5 Kyu.※ This charm cannot be used on Marbles that are already at 5 Kyu. ※ If the Marble Kyu Charm enhancement fails, the Marble remains intact and only the charm is consumed. ※ The success rate of the Rank-Up Charm decreases as the grade increases from Normal to Unique. ※ Rank-Up Charm success rates for Rare, Legend, and Unique grades are very low.
Mystic Purple Pouch When opening the Mystic Purple Pouch, you will receive one item from the list below. [Mystic Purple Pouch] Sky Dragon Shield Charm of Luck 8X EFFECT Master Rabbit Ornament Box Soul Transfer Soul Stone Charm Box Phoenixs Feather Socket Gem Box Red Dragon Pet Set Socket Miled Stone(+2) Miracle Shenronian Pouch Charm of Luck x6 Socket Revision Black Herbal Tea(x50) Transform Pill(S) Firestorm Potion(3 Bundles) Bag Expansion(100 days) New Endless Potion Box(5 Bundles) WindSwift(30 Bundles)※ Note ) Players may receive 1 random item by opening the box.
※ Note ) The drop rate of some items is very low. ※ Note ) The Red Armor Set includes the Red Dragon Pet Armor only. The Red Dragon pet is not included. 4. Upcoming Update To facilitate a more stable supply of material items, we plan to prioritize an update aimed at improving the acquisition of Items Old Dense Iron Piece and Piece of Virago Spirit. Detailed information will be shared through an official announcement in the near future. Regards, Team Hero
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