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June 18, 2026 Update

Hello! As part of the update on 18.06.2026, we are telling you about what will change in the game. We are completing a major phase of the Crusader rebalance.

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Hello! As part of the update on 18.06.2026, we are telling you about what will change in the game.

What changed

27 fixes4 additions9 changes2 removals
  • Balance
  • Gameplay
  • Server
  • UI and audio
  • Events
  • Maps
changedWe are completing a major phase of the Crusader rebalance. This is the final major patch for it, and now we are shifting all our attention to the Sniper.
changedYes, the Sniper rebalance has shifted slightly, because the last major releases were more difficult than we planned. Emotionally, with a huge amount of feedback, for which we are immensely grateful to you.
addedThe gift will be added directly to your character's backpack. If there is not enough free space in the backpack, the item will go into your pocket, nothing will be lost!
changedBelow you will find the full list of Crusader changes that are already ready for release on the servers.
removedActive and passive abilitiesCourage — Attack bonus increased from 5% to 7%. — The check and activation radius of the ability has been increased. Power — Now abilities activated by the talent apply not 1, but 2 stacks of the "Broken Armor" effect. Cavalry Charge — The list of abilities that grant stacks has been expanded. — Maximum number of stacks increased from 8 to 10. — The stack removal mechanic has been changed: now they are removed 1 at a time, rather than all at once. — Important : The visual display of the buff in the interface has been changed
addedActive and passive abilitiesBattle Determination — The base effect (20% energy cost reduction in combat) has been retained. — A new effect has been added: Attacking an enemy restores 10 energy. Triggers no more than once every 5 seconds. Zeal — New mechanic: When maximum fury is reached, the Crusader receives the "Fortitude" effect for 5 seconds. Repeated activation is possible no more than once every 8 seconds. Inquisitor — New mechanic: Every 10th direct hit by the Crusader on a target with the "Heretic's Brand" effect deals additional damage equal to 10% of the target's current HP (but no more than 10,000 damage). Providence — The 0.5 sec reduction in the cast time of " Grand Cross" has been retained. — The list of abilities whose cooldown is reduced when using "Ray of Light" or "Holy Wrath" has been expanded. Added to the list: "Planar Barrier" and "Justice Strike". Emotion Control — Damage bonus for each point of Fury increased from 4% to 5%. Justice — Bonus "Air" element damage against targets with HP below 50% increased from 50% to 100%. Sound of Victory — The number of stacks of the " Broken Armor" effect applied has been increased from x1 to x2. Compassion — Healing bonus for targets with HP below 50% increased from 25% to 30%. Body and Mind — Base healing power bonus increased from 10% to 20%. — Additional bonus when near the "Banner of Light" increased from 15% to 25%.
Courage — Attack bonus5%7%Courage — Attack bonus increased, buff— Maximum number of stacks810— Maximum number of stacks increased, buff

Royal Quest Online changes

changedWe are completing a major phase of the Crusader rebalance. This is the final major patch for it, and now we are shifting all our attention to the Sniper.
changedYes, the Sniper rebalance has shifted slightly, because the last major releases were more difficult than we planned. Emotionally, with a huge amount of feedback, for which we are immensely grateful to you.
addedThe gift will be added directly to your character's backpack. If there is not enough free space in the backpack, the item will go into your pocket, nothing will be lost!
changedBelow you will find the full list of Crusader changes that are already ready for release on the servers.
removedCourage — Attack bonus increased from 5% to 7%. — The check and activation radius of the ability has been increased. Power — Now abilities activated by the talent apply not 1, but 2 stacks of the "Broken Armor" effect. Cavalry Charge — The list of abilities that grant stacks has been expanded. — Maximum number of stacks increased from 8 to 10. — The stack removal mechanic has been changed: now they are removed 1 at a time, rather than all at once. — Important : The visual display of the buff in the interface has been changed

We are completing a major phase of the Crusader rebalance. This is the final major patch for it, and now we are shifting all our attention to the Sniper.

Yes, the Sniper rebalance has shifted slightly, because the last major releases were more difficult than we planned. Emotionally, with a huge amount of feedback, for which we are immensely grateful to you.

Upon logging into the game, until the next scheduled maintenance, as a Crusader class character you will automatically receive a personal gift:

  • up to level 50 — Royal Mandrake Flower

  • 50+ level — Royal Mandrake Fruit

The gift will be added directly to your character's backpack. If there is not enough free space in the backpack, the item will go into your pocket, nothing will be lost!

Some of the Crusader changes naturally affect the effectiveness of TRs as well. This is due to the fact that the first talent branch is shared for both classes and is built on a single principle.

Below you will find the full list of Crusader changes that are already ready for release on the servers.

What will the Crusader become?

🛡️ Talent changes

Active and passive abilities

Courage — Attack bonus increased from 5% to 7%. — The check and activation radius of the ability has been increased. Power — Now abilities activated by the talent apply not 1, but 2 stacks of the "Broken Armor" effect. Cavalry Charge — The list of abilities that grant stacks has been expanded. — Maximum number of stacks increased from 8 to 10. — The stack removal mechanic has been changed: now they are removed 1 at a time, rather than all at once. — Important: The visual display of the buff in the interface has been changed

Battle Determination — The base effect (20% energy cost reduction in combat) has been retained. — A new effect has been added: Attacking an enemy restores 10 energy. Triggers no more than once every 5 seconds.

Zeal — New mechanic

When maximum fury is reached, the Crusader receives the "Fortitude" effect for 5 seconds. Repeated activation is possible no more than once every 8 seconds.

Inquisitor — New mechanic

Every 10th direct hit by the Crusader on a target with the "Heretic's Brand" effect deals additional damage equal to 10% of the target's current HP (but no more than 10,000 damage). Providence — The 0.5 sec reduction in the cast time of " Grand Cross" has been retained. — The list of abilities whose cooldown is reduced when using "Ray of Light" or "Holy Wrath" has been expanded.

Added to the list

"Planar Barrier" and "Justice Strike". Emotion Control — Damage bonus for each point of Fury increased from 4% to 5%. Justice — Bonus "Air" element damage against targets with HP below 50% increased from 50% to 100%. Sound of Victory — The number of stacks of the " Broken Armor" effect applied has been increased from x1 to x2. Compassion — Healing bonus for targets with HP below 50% increased from 25% to 30%. Body and Mind — Base healing power bonus increased from 10% to 20%. — Additional bonus when near the "Banner of Light" increased from 15% to 25%.

⚔️ Skill changes

Whirlwind Blow — The skill can now be used while mounted. Strike of Justice — Damage multiplier increased. Grand Cross — Damage multiplier increased. — The skill can now be used while mounted. Planar Barrier — The skill can now be used while mounted. Retaliation — Damage multiplier increased.

🐛 Bug fixes

Tempered Steel — Fixed an issue where effects from "Steel Protection" and "Steel Health" were not reset when resetting talents. Stomp — Fixed an issue where the skill ignored the target's defense, dealing excessive damage.

For convenience, we have compiled a list of all skills available in the mounted build:

  • Whirlwind Blow

  • Perfect Protection

  • Holy Punishment

  • Strike of Justice

  • Heretic's Brand

  • Seal: Guardian Angel

  • Grand Cross

  • Steel Protection

  • Steel Health

  • Ray of Light

  • Piercing

  • Provocation

  • Banner of Light

  • Planar Barrier

  • Retaliation

  • Breakthrough

  • Spear Throw

  • Holy Touch

  • Battle Shout

  • Inspiration

  • Squall

  • Aura’s Shield

  • Aura’s Blade

  • Aura’s Light

  • Warrior’s Blow

In-game events:

— The "Box of the Green Folk" promotion is ending

— The "Purple Perfection Packs" promotion has started (until 25.06)

— The "Portal Explorer's Box" promotion has started (until 30.06)

New features:

— Map descriptions have been updated

IMPORTANT:

We are returning Real Currency to the market, as well as the ability to remove the Trader.

Previously, this restriction was introduced for new servers — as a temporary measure to protect the developing economy at the start. At that time, it was a justified and necessary decision.

Now the server economies have stabilized, and we see that the market is ready for the return of full-fledged trading without risks to the balance.

On future new servers, this restriction will most likely be reinstated — as a temporary starting measure.

See you in Royal Quest!

Source

Steam News / 18 June 2026

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