Added more information for Gordrahdas on the Christmas post.
A SEGA ID Maintenance will be held on December 10th from 2 ~ 7:00 JST. This only affects the login servers, so you can continue playing the game if you're already logged in.
On December 18th 2013, PSO2 will release a highly difficult multi party emergency quest. The goal is to defend three large towers from an onslaught of Darkers. The Darkers will attack in various waves that become more intense as you progress onward.
You can gain some points by picking up the energy crystals scattered across the field.
(EDIT) When you achieve a certain amount of points, you can unlock access to the "Burst Barrier" and "Photon Particle Chair." Use these powerful weapons to change the tide of battle.
A results screen will appear at the end of each wave that ranks players based on how much they contributed towards the quest. Your score is based on several factors, such as the number of enemies defeated and the amount of crystals acquired.
(UPD) Aside from bosses, enemies will not drop items on the spot. Instead, you can obtain a plethora of items from the container that appears at the end of the quest. Receiving a good clear evaluation gives you the chance to acquire some of the new rare drops like the 'Sharp Cycler' shown above.
As a little extra fun, based on your playstyle, you and your comrades will each achieve a "code name." For example, some code names include "Base Watchman" or "Crystal Master" among other names.
Dark Bibras (Dark Vibras)
Dark Bibras is a huge bug-type Darker with large appendages and horns. The biggest threat towards the base are these bomb-type weapons that explode after certain amount of time.
Goldrahda (Gordrahda)
(UPD) Gordrahda is a bug-type Darker that has the ability to chew on players and create a weapon similar to the one its victim has equipped. (Not sure if it's a direct copy, but it seems to be based on the weapon type. According to the scan, if it copies a striking weapon it could learn "Sonic Arrow," but if it copies a range weapon, it could learn "Weak Bullet.")
If you defeat them without destroying the core at the back of its head, it will explode dealing heavy damage. In addition, if any Goldrahda survive at the end of the wave, they will hurriedly rush towards a nearby player or base point and self destruct.
New Photon Arts (Dec. 18)
シュンカシュンラン (Shunka-shunran)
Dash forth and stab the enemy. When charged, it can perform three additional attacks through the arrow keys.
フドウクチナシ (Fudou-kuchinashi)
Performs a high-speed stun attack to the surrounding enemies. Though it isn't very powerful, you can use this attack to stun a herd of enemies.
バニッシュアロウ (Banish Arrow)
Has a special characteristic that shoots an orb of light. While it's detonating, the damage dealt toward the enemy is recorded and applied during the explosion.
ラストネメシス (Last Nemesis)
The user places themselves in danger as they're immobilized while charging the attack. Once fired, it unleashes a quick and powerful attack.
Christmas Event
The Arks celebrates Christmas from December 11th through January 15th with a Christmas themed bingo card and emergency quest. During that time, Saint Mr. Umblla, and Saint Rappies will also appear across the fields. Christmas Xie will be handing out client orders, and if you clear them you'll receive a lovely weapon camo as a reward.
Please note, the Christmas Lobby ends December 31st!
Merry Christmas on Ice 2!
Merry Christmas on Ice has been updated with Bird Darkers and Christmas Trees. Head to the deepest area and aid the Naura Cake Sisters to purchase their wonderful Christmas Cake!
Very Merry Christmas Scratch
Available: December 11th
Deck the halls this year with new outfits such as the Reindeer Suit and the Sexy Santa Dress.
アークスコートＭ (ARKS Coat M)
アークスコートＦ (ARKS Coat F)
セクシーサンタドレス (Sexy Santa Dress)
トナカイ着ぐるみ (Reindeer Costume)
セント・ラッピースーツ (Saint Rappy Suit)
Other Changes on December 11th
Persona will now drop items more often. (Now's your chance, Alan)
In order to prevent players from accidentally deleting their characters, it will now take 24 hours to delete a character. You can also cancel the deletion process during this time.
Some client orders will have higher rewards and will be easier to complete.
Daily Orders will increase from 5 to 8.
At the AC Shop you can purchase a feature that can temporarily increase the amount of client orders you can hold.
PSO2 in Dengeki Issue #555
In Issue #555 of Dengeki Playstation, PSO2 Director Kimura and FFXIV Producer Yoshida discussed whether they’d like to start a collaboration project. Initially, Kimura expressed he was willing to try it, but had doubts whether Square Enix would go through with it. Yoshida replied not to worry about it, he thinks it’s totally fine. Kimura felt that even if the producers OK’d it and they initiated talks, there might be many things that could be rejected. Yoshida responded that if they come straight to him…and if it happens, he’d seriously like to work on it. So in summary, it seems both producers are OK with having a collaboration, but whether or not this will really happen is still up in the air. [Source]
進化デバイス／ポリタン (Evo. Device / Polytan)
Also inside this issue are item codes for the Polytan Mag, a Tribooster, and a 555 FUN Ticket.
Though we're getting a patch for tonight's maintenance, the next major update is scheduled for December 11th, 2013. This post will update over the course of the night to include information from this week's campaigns.
December 4th Maintenance
12/4/2013 @ 11:00 ~ 17:00 JST
12/3/2013 @ 09:00 PM ~ 03:00 AM EST
December 4th Update
Launcher: Version 02.02.00
Client: ver. 2.0201.1
PC Size: 27MB
No Vita Patch
PlayStation Awards
To commemorate Phantasy Star Online 2 for winning the "Special Prize" category for this year's PlayStation Awards, all players will receive a +100% Tribooster and a Half Doll. These items can be picked up at the visiphone.
Bug Fixes
Corrected a bug that not only made the AC Shop inoperable, but also prevented its text and graphics from displaying correctly.
Corrected a bug where unwarranted communication errors would occur whilst starting up the launcher during maintenance.
If you play these exploration quests at the dates and times specified above, you can experience a +100% EXP boost. Click the pink links to convert the schedule into your timezone.
Time Attack Ranking Advance Notice
Time Attack Ranking is scheduled to appear at the following dates and times listed below. While a Time Attack Ranking is in effect, the TA quest (on all difficulties) will receive a +100% EXP bonus and a clear reward meseta bonus.
Clear some client orders from Hans and Revelle to receive several items.
Campaign Period
12.4 ~ 12.11.2013
Qualifying Orders
(1) Clear Revelle's Client Order ブラック・スローターIV Black Slaughter IV to receive:
Two +50% EXP Boosters and Two Grind Risk Reduction (+1)
(2) Clear Hans Client Order 火弾を放つ黒甲 Black Shell and Fire to receive:
Two +50% Rare Drop Boosters and Two Grind Risk Reduction (+1)
Prize Distribution Date
December 18th
Webmoney Campaign 8
Those who purchase a certain amount of Arks Cash with Webmoney during the campaign period will be entered into a drawing to receive additional Webmoney Points!
Campaign Period
Dec 6th @ 11:00 JST ~ Jan 17th @ 23:59 JST
Campaign Qualifications
(1) 847 randomly selected players who purchase 3000+ AC with Webmoney will have the chance to receive:
500 Webmoney Points (777 Winners)
3,000 Webmoney Points (50 Winners)
5,000 Webmoney Points (20 Winners)
Please note, this prize is sent to the email address listed on your account.
(2) Five randomly selected players who purchase 5000+ AC with Webmoney will have the chance to receive:
An Original GOLD PSO2 Webmoney Card worth 10,000 Points (5 Winners)
Please note, this grand prize is sent to the physical address listed on your account.
