The new @illuviumio Arena Patch just dropped and it fixes 90% of the things wrong with the old Ascendant Arena. It also greatly simplifies the game bringing us one step closer to having a product people don't abandon after 5 minutes. Quick Breakdown 👇 Stats Bonus > 40% Level Bonus > 60% Bot opponents now have stats based on the average player collection in the match The Ranger also gets a stat boost based on your collection You can now buy XP Boosters for your collection. 30 days 3x > $6 30 days 7x > $15 There are several other options. Most Illuvial Omegas have been adjusted so they can be explained in half a sentence. The language and overall effects have been greatly simplified. Notable: - Umbre doesn't go untargettable - Jotun doesn't steal AD and AS - Vermilliare doesn't gain dodge The Synergies changed less, but they've been simplified as well. Also they activate at 2/3/4/5 across the board, making it easier to understand. Notable: - Air gains energy resistance instead of dodge - Earth gains physical resistance instead of Mitigation Composites changed far more drastically in that their use is more consistent. There are 10 unique uses: Classes: - At 75% and 25% HP - Each 3rd attack - On Ally Faint - Every 8 seconds - On start and takedown Affinities: - First 10 seconds - On Start - On Omega - After 10 Seconds - On Any Faint Only 18 Forge Augments remain, they are quite simple like stealing energy, gaining damage or reduction. Ascendant has returned: In short, this is a 1v1 gauntlet game mode. EXP Gain is faster, dealing damage to your opponent is WAY faster, and more. Notable: - Only 6 stage 1's required for stage 2. - Moving Illuvials costs credits - Large credit infusions each round - 4 wins from either player ends the game (maximum) - Players get a weapon OR drone augment every round I am personally very excited to try Ascendant on the testnet build. Who wants to 1v1?