Dear Ellerians,

Today, we come to you with heavy hearts and a message of closure for Tales of Elleria. After much consideration and despite our best efforts, we have been unable to generate the necessary revenue to sustain the growth and development of our cherished game. It is with deep regret that we announce Tales of Elleria will no longer be under active development.

However, the world of Elleria will remain accessible for the foreseeable future. We invite you to continue exploring its vast landscapes, engaging in battles, and experiencing the adventures that remain within our servers. The game will stay online, allowing new visitors and veteran players to enjoy the experience until the funding for server costs has been exhausted.

The Final Milestone: PVP

We are excited to announce a final update — a simple PvP feature set to release in September. Initially, we envisioned a fully-fledged simulation that would offer a complex and engaging team combat experience. Unfortunately, due to our funding constraints, we have scaled this down to an auto battler. While not as expansive as we had hoped, this feature will still provide a fun and strategic environment for players to test their mettle against each other.

This PvP update marks the completion of our original roadmap for Tales of Elleria. Over the course of the game’s development, we explored a wide range of features, including diverse features like world bosses, the Tower of Babel, equipment, consumables, and various other gameplay elements. Each of these ventures was a step towards fulfilling all the goals we had set for Tales of Elleria.

Reaching the end of our roadmap is a natural progression in the lifecycle of any game. It’s important to recognize that no game is designed to last forever. This conclusion, while bittersweet, is a part of the natural flow of game development. We are proud of what we have achieved and grateful to our community for joining us on this incredible journey.

A Parting Gift: Final World Boss Event

In honor of our incredible community and the journeys we’ve shared, we are hosting one last World Boss event, Zorag. This event gives everyone a chance to rally once more in the spirit of camaraderie and challenge. It is a token of our gratitude for your support, engagement, and passion throughout Tales of Elleria’s lifecycle.

This World Boss event will last two weeks:
5th Sep— 16 Sep 2024

Through this event, 50,000 $ARB will be given to the top 200 players based on rank, rewarding and incentivizing our most loyal player base. The $ARB rewards are derived from the STIP bridge program and will be fully distributed by September 16, 2024.

The total cumulative damage done by all heroes by each player will be ranked on the leaderboard. The reward distribution of World Boss will be as such:

1st Place: 5% of the pool
2nd Place: 4% of the pool
3rd Place: 3% of the pool
4–10th Place: 2% of the pool
11–25th Place: 1.5% of the pool
26–50th Place: 1% of the pool
51–100th Place: 0.3% of the pool
101–200th Place: 0.1% of the pool

Closing Notes

The game will remain online, and we ensure that no changes will be made to the game’s economy. The team will not sell any tokens, and players can continue to play and trade tokens as long as the servers are active, which will be guaranteed for at least six months. The discord server will be downsized to only one chat channel with the rest being read-only.

Looking Ahead

The spirit of Tales of Elleria will continue through the stories and friendships forged in its realm. We invite everyone to join us in the final events and help us give a proper send-off to a world that has brought us all together. Thank you for your loyalty, passion, and the memories that will last a lifetime.

Please stay connected through our official channels for updates on the closing events and any final arrangements. Let’s celebrate the end of this chapter with the honor it deserves and look forward to new beginnings on other adventures.

With gratitude and fond farewells,

The Tales of Elleria Team

A message from Smashe

A few months ago, we reached out to you, our community, with a simple question: “What do you think could be improved in Tales of Elleria?”

Through thousands of Discord messages and countless direct messages, we compiled over a hundred thoughtful suggestions and improvements. Witnessing the dedication and passion of this community has truly touched me. However, harsh reality sets in when we find ourselves unable to continue developing a game that meets your expectations and bring joy to our loyal players.

Tales of Elleria has been nothing short of a magical journey. We’ve experienced incredible highs and faced daunting challenges, each moment shared with a community of fellow adventurers who have made every step worthwhile. From the bottom of my heart, I extend a profound thank you to everyone who has been a part of this adventure: my incredible team, TreasureDAO, Arbitrum, our game and ecosystem partners, our devoted moderators, our generous whales, our enthusiastic contributors, and, most importantly, you, our players.

As we close this chapter, please know that the spirit of Elleria will live on through the memories we’ve created together. Thank you for being a part of our world, for your unwavering support, and for the endless adventures. Though we part ways now, the legacy of our collective journey will remain forever etched in the annals of time as fabled tales, of Elleria.

Farewell, brave Ellerians. May your future adventures be grand, and may fortune ever be in your favor.

Sincerely,
Smashe

Introduction

In the latest update to Tales of Elleria, we’re thrilled to introduce the Treasure Trove — a dynamic new quest that promises T5 Treasure Fragments.

At its heart lies the mimic treasure chest, a cunning adversary that tests the mettle of even the bravest adventurers. But beware, for the Treasure Trove is no ordinary challenge — it’s a room brimming with lootboxes, each offering the chance for glory or peril. Are you ready to embark on this expedition and claim your share of treasures?

Mechanics

• The Treasure Trove begins with 1250 lootboxes, with an additional 1250 added every week.
• Entry requires an entry ticket, granting access once per week per character.
• Each monster encounter yields one Treasure Lootbox, with a minimum of 5 monster encounters.
• The number of monsters encountered is influenced by the remaining Treasure Lootboxes.
• The greater the number of Treasure Lootboxes remaining, the higher the chances of facing more monsters.

Mimic Encounter Rate:
Lootbox = Random between [5] to [Higher between (9, roundup BoxesLeft/200)]

Treasure Lootboxes

Each Treasure Lootbox guarantees 1 Treasure Fragment that will randomly be any of the three available Treasure Fragments. These Treasure Fragments can also be used.

These soul-bound Treasure Fragments NFTs carry a wide range of usage, ranging from crafting Treasures to holding utility in Tales of Elleria. This integration serves as a standpoint of interoperability between TreasureDAO and Tales of Elleria. Check out more on how to craft Treasure Fragments at Bridgeworld.

Treasure Fragment Shop

The Treasure Fragment shop located within the Dimension Haul in the Adventurer’s guild, is now open for business! Fragments can be used to purchase consumables and important relics.

Crafting Updates

To further add utility to Treasure Fragments, you can now directly craft Lesser Positive Scrolls with Treasure Fragments!

To craft the Lesser Positive Scroll, you’ll need:
• 20x Ellerium Shards
• 2x 4-Leaf Clovers
• 8x 3-Leaf Clovers

Power up your hero like never before!

Closing

Elleria’s Treasure Trove serves as a testament to interoperability between Tales of Elleria and TreasureDAO. Through its offerings, adventurers can bolster their resources and strengthen their capabilities for future endeavors within the Treasure Ecosystem.

Fortuna Eterna 🍀

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It’s been 2 years since Tales of Elleria first launched, and we’re immeasurably grateful to all our players who have joined us thus far. We are grateful to have a passionate community like ours, active and eager to shape the project’s future.

As we prepare for the coming year, we’d like to communicate our ambitions and plans for the future while also addressing present concerns.

Tales of Elleria 2024 Roadmap

As we celebrate the 2nd year anniversary of Tales of Elleria, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude and reflect on our journey. Operating as a dedicated team of about 10 individuals, we’ve poured our passion and creativity into building a world that resonates with adventure and camaraderie. Today, we extend our deepest gratitude to Yellow Panther, whose invaluable contributions have been pivotal to our journey. As Yellow Panther prepares to embark on new adventures beyond our team, we want to express our heartfelt thanks for all his support, hard work, and dedication. Your efforts have left an indelible mark on Tales of Elleria, and while we’re sad to see you go, we’re excited to see what the future holds for you.

In honor of our 2nd year anniversary, and as a token of our appreciation for your continued support, we’re excited to unveil a series of celebratory events designed just for you. These events are our way of saying thank you and to further enrich your experience in the magical world of Elleria. Stay tuned for details and prepare for an anniversary celebration filled with adventure, rewards, and surprises. Here’s to many more years of creating, exploring, and growing together in Tales of Elleria!

Ninja Mayhem

We’re excited to announce a special “Ninjas Only” World Boss event aimed at distributing unclaimed $ELM rewards to all Ninja holders from past Tower of Babel leaderboard events during the 2nd year anniversary!

This world boss event will run for two weeks, from 15th April to 29th April. Ninjas will only be ranked according to their highest damage attempt, and you can have multiple ninjas per account.

A total of 6125 $ELM will be distributed throughout this world boss.

1st Place ► 245 $ELM
2nd Place ► 183.75 $ELM
3rd Place ► 122.5 $ELM
4–10 Place ► 73.5 $ELM
11–25th Place ► 49 $ELM
26–50th Place ► 36.75 $ELM
51–100th Place ► 39.4 $ELM
101–200th Place ► 6.125 $ELM
201–600th Place ►2.45 $ELM
601–1000th Place ► 0.8575 $ELM

Example:
You have three ninjas that are ranked 1, 5, and 7. The total rewards you will receive is 245 + 73.5 + 73.5 = 391 $ELM in your mailbox after the event ends.

Join us in commemorating this milestone and participating in the thrilling World Boss battles, as we embark on new adventures together! Stay tuned for more updates as we prepare for this exciting event.

Daily Gifts

During the anniversary in April, we’re excited to announce that all players who log in and participate will have the opportunity to claim exclusive daily gifts! Each day you log in during the event period, you’ll unlock a new reward, ranging from powerful items to enhance your adventure to valuable resources for your journey. Here’s what awaits you:

• Day 1: 1x Potent Recovery Potion
• Day 2: 1x Blessing Scroll
• Day 3: 1x Random Elixir
• Day 4: 1x Random T4 Metal
• Day 5: 10k Medals
• Day 6: 1x Random T5 Gem
• Day 7: 1x Random T3 Equipment

Don’t miss out on these daily rewards! Make sure to log in each day during April to claim your gifts and strengthen your hero in Tales of Elleria. These rewards are our way of saying thank you for being a part of our adventure. Get ready to enhance your journey and achieve greatness in the world of Elleria!

Equipment reroll

We’re excited to introduce an equipment option in Tales of Elleria that empowers all players to fine-tune their gear for the perfect build: Equipment Reroll using Medals. Now, you have the ability to reroll both equipment sub stats using medals, allowing you to customize your equipment to better suit your strategic needs and playstyle.

Here’s the reroll cost:

• Tier 1 Equipment Reroll: 5,000 Medals
• Tier 2 Equipment Reroll: 10,000 Medals
• Tier 3 Equipment Reroll: 20,000 Medals

This new feature is designed to give you more agency over your equipment and how you prepare for battle. Dive into your inventory, evaluate your gear, and start rerolling to craft the perfect arsenal for your adventures in Elleria!

Treasure Room

Dive into the mystical depths of the Treasure Room in Tales of Elleria, where every week, a pool brimming with elusive treasure fragments awaits the daring and the bold. This enchanted chamber can be accessed using entry tickets, keys to unlocking a world of untold riches and possibilities.

As the pool fills with more and more treasure fragments, the opportunity to claim treasure fragment lootboxes increases. Each lootbox you encounter holds the potential for discovery, offering you the chance to uncover these coveted fragments. The more fragments present in the pool, the greater your chances of securing lootboxes teeming with treasure.

Venture into the Treasure Room when it opens in May with your entry tickets in hand and immerse yourself in the thrill of the hunt. Here, fortune favors the brave, and the pursuit of treasure fragments becomes an adventure in itself. Gather your courage, summon your luck, and let the quest for treasure begin!

Upcoming Features

Guidebook

The Adventure Guidebook in Tales of Elleria is a meticulously crafted series of quests designed to navigate players through the myriad features, mechanics, and content of the game, serving as both a tutorial and a challenge.

By guiding players on how to effectively engage with each aspect of Elleria, from battling foes to mastering complex strategies, the guidebook not only enhances the gaming experience but also rewards adventurers for their progress and mastery with exclusive rewards. This innovative approach not only incentivizes learning and exploration within the game’s vast universe but also enriches the player’s journey by directly rewarding their achievements and advancements, making the guidebook an essential companion for all who wish to delve deeper into the mysteries and adventures that Tales of Elleria has to offer.

BattlePass

The Battlepass in Tales of Elleria is a dynamic feature designed to enrich the gaming experience by rewarding players for their active participation and progression within the game.

Structured across two tiers — Adventurer’s Journey (free) and Hero’s Path (paid) — it caters to all players by offering a variety of rewards based on their level of engagement. The free tier offers players complimentary, untradeable items, perfect for enhancing the journey without any additional cost. For those looking to maximize their rewards, the paid tier unlocks access to premium, tradeable items, offering greater value and exclusivity.

This system ensures that active players are recognized and rewarded for their dedication, making progress in Tales of Elleria both rewarding and cost-effective. Whether you’re exploring Elleria at a leisurely pace or diving deep into its challenges, the Battlepass is here to ensure that your adventures are always rewarding.

PVP and Skills

In Tales of Elleria, skills form the backbone of your character’s abilities, allowing for a vast array of strategies and playstyles. From powerful attacks to strategic defenses and unique abilities, each skill is designed to interact with character stats in meaningful ways, affecting outcomes in both PvE and PvP scenarios. PvP, stands as a testament to your mastery of these skills and your understanding of your character’s strengths and weaknesses. It’s where strategies are tested, and legends are born, with players competing against one another in skillful battles that highlight not just power, but tactical depth.

The development and balancing of skills and the PvP system is a complex process, requiring careful consideration of how each skill interacts with various stats and how these interactions, in turn, affect the dynamics of player combat. This complexity is the primary reason behind the time it takes to implement and refine these features. Ensuring that skills are balanced and provide a fair and enjoyable experience for all players is paramount, as even minor changes can have significant ripple effects throughout the game. Our dedication to creating a balanced, engaging, and strategic PvP environment compels us to take the necessary time to thoroughly review feedback, test changes, and adjust mechanics. This meticulous approach ensures that when updates are rolled out, they enhance the gameplay experience for everyone, contributing to a richer, more immersive world that our community loves and enjoys.

Acknowledging feedback

Tales of Elleria: The Current State

Elleria is the first project we have built on Web3- We acknowledge that it is imperfect. With much to improve upon across different aspects, we will remain dedicated to making changes and pivoting where necessary.

We’ve compiled the suggestions, remarks, and feedback provided in Discord thus far and have primarily assessed what the community wants and how we can move forward with confidence and continue to grow.

We want to reaffirm that as we build the roadmap and expand our studio, we wouldn’t be here without you, and here is a summary of what we see most requested:

• Better onboarding, user experienc, and content.
• Balancing progression.
• Less negative RNG

We’re building to scale for the long-term- One reason things are hard to re-balance fundamentally is because everything pre-planned down the roadmap has to be relooked at. Restructuring some of the game mechanics now will essentially change major milestones further down the line. We thank everybody for your patience as we gather our thoughts and data points to decide the best way forward!

1. Re-affirming Elleria’s Core Values

We’re definitely aligned that this is one of, if not the most important priority to have.

Ease of onboarding is key to playerbase growth and a fun experience, yet there is very high friction in pulling in players without monetary incentives. We’re counteracting this by building more features to strengthen our foundation, allowing us to release fresh and fun content consistently thereafter.

We’re currently still introducing complexity into the gameplay via Skills & Skill Runes, more Equipment types, Team Battles, PVP, etc.

While complexity might seem contradictory to easy onboarding, we believe that complexity in gameplay and narrative depth coexists with the goal of accessible and sticky onboarding.

By crafting a journey for our players in a gradual, engaging manner, players are in a continual discovery process. Obstacles can be thoughtfully crafted to offer those who overcome them a sense of achievement and progression that can be deeply satisfying.

This balance ensures that while players might initially come for the visuals, narrative, or rewards, they stay for the rewarding challenge and the sense of mastery they develop. Crafting this journey thoughtfully means that complexity doesn’t deter newcomers; rather, it becomes the very essence of the game’s appeal without requiring monetary incentives.

2. Balanced progression and motivation/ease to progress.

We understand that ‘balance’ is delicate and the current systems and loops might feel off due to continual balance changes and additional features.

As some players have feedbacked, we can already see that in the existing features such as the hero levelling system which has disportionate upgrade costs and failure rates, as well as in the Tower of Babel where recommended levels are inaccurate due to balance changes.

The halvening that is planned for in the tokenomics was originally meant to maintain the price integrity of $ELM, but it is contradictory as the reduction in emissions hampers the gameplay loop and hurts the overall experience, as the original numbers planned in some features become outdated. We have also noted that players commented about the lack of usuable $ELM sinks which we aim to introduce alongside the upcoming balance changes and feature releases.

We are in the process of integrating AI into our workflow (machine-learning, generative), such as to aid with understanding player behaviour, balancing emissions and monster strengths, for offline battles in PVP, and for narrative content.

For players feeling left behind due to these issues, we aim to introduce multiple catch-up mechanics such as the guidebook, free battlepass or events that allow them to progress at an accelerated pace for a limited time. This could help level the playing field and improve overall player satisfaction.

We will be relooking at the systems with the completed game loop in mind to make sure the experience and progression is pleasant for new players, while not stagnating those who have accumulated resources thus far.

3. Less negative RNG

The Role of RNG in Gameplay serves as a foundational element in creating dynamic and unpredictable game experiences, essential for ensuring that each adventure in the lands of Elleria feels fresh and exciting. It introduces an element of surprise and challenge, compelling players to adapt their strategies and enhancing the replay value of the game.

We’ve closely listened to our community’s feedback and understand the concerns regarding negative RNG effects and their impact on gameplay satisfaction. Many of you have expressed that excessive RNG can detract from the sense of control, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment. Your adventures should be shaped by decisions and strategy, not merely the roll of the dice. We acknowledge that some of our fundamentals such as the hero levelling system have to be revamped for smoother progression, and the tokenomics and emissions plan needs to be relooked at to ensure healthy growth and demand.

In response, we’re committed to strategically reducing the influence of negative RNG and refining the gameplay mechanics to emphasize skill, strategy, and player agency. Our plan includes:

• Removing negative RNG from Hero Levelling System
• Introducing new scrolls with selectable stats
• Spiritualist special attack rework to reduce RNG
• Upcoming weapons with fixed stats

We hope that the forthcoming adjustments aimed at minimizing RNG across the game will significantly enhance the player experience, leading to greater enjoyment and player satisfaction.

Our Ambitions

Celebrating successes

The Ellerian founding team and members have been building together for 2 years, and we’re aligned towards seeing the success and growth of the Elleria IP. To that end, we have are planning to establish Elleria Studios- a game studio that ships game titles under the Ellerian IP, with our edge to infuse our games with cutting-edge web3 connectivity and innovative game mechanics.

Having actively experimented within the web3 ecosystem, we dare say we better understand its economy, player expectations, and unique opportunities it presents better than most. We are confident in setting and upholding benchmarks for interconnected gaming experiences blending traditional gameplay with liquidity across blockchains.

Tales of Elleria as a browser game manifests the key infrastructure and workflows Elleria Studios has built to bootstrap future web3 game launches.

We now have a blueprint for our future endeavors, priming us to launch successive projects with greater finesse and success based on the Elleria IP, both as a game studio and as a publisher/advisor for other aspiring teams.

Here’s a sneak peek at some Elleria Studios WIPs.

Closing Notes

Building Elleria has been a blessing for our entire team. The council looks forward to spending the next years with all of you!

Fortuna Eterna 🍀

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From the enchanted realms of Spellborne, the curious Woodot has emerged in Elleria’s forests. This creature, distinguished by a leaf on its head, has disturbed the ancient magic of the woods. Heroes, it’s time for action! Arm yourselves and unite for a thrilling encounter with Woodot. Ready yourselves for a clash that blends mystery with bravery. The adventure begins now!

World Boss Showdown — March 18th, 11 AM EST

Step 1: Obtaining a Hero

Before you can challenge Woodot, you’ll need a hero by your side. For newcomers to Tales of Elleria, you can obtain a free hero through the summoning altar, or purchase a tradable hero from the trove marketplace. Assemble your team and prepare them for the grand battle that awaits!

Step 2: Securing Entry Tickets

To confront Woodot, you will need a World Boss Ticket. Equip yourself with an entry ticket, either crafted from quest item drops, purchased from Trove Marketplace, or procured from the In-Game Adventurer’s Guild Shop.

3. Engage in Battle

In this boss fight, heroes will attempt to deal as much damage as possible before being defeated by the world boss. The total amount of damage done towards Woodot across all heroes and attempts will be ranked on the leaderboard where prizes will be allocated.

A player can send an unlimited number of heroes into the world boss if he has sufficient entry tickets and quest attempts.

Event Duration

In our commitment to creating an inclusive and balanced environment for the Tales of Elleria community, we’re excited to unveil an updated World Boss event structure. This revision aims to cater to both our free-to-play and premium players, ensuring everyone has a fair shot at glory. The event will unfold in two separate battling periods:

1. Ethereal Heroes Category (18–24 March 2024)
   Initially, the battle is open only to ethereal (free) heroes. This period is specially designed to allow players without premium purchases to engage with the World Boss on an even playing field, honoring the spirit of our free-to-play adventurers.
2. Open Category for All Heroes (25–31 March 2024)
   Subsequently, the event opens to all heroes, welcoming a diverse array of warriors to the challenge. This inclusive phase ensures that every hero, regardless of their origin, can partake in the epic battle.

To maintain fairness and excitement for all participants, the prize pool is split equally between the two battling periods. This ensures that both free-to-play and premium players have equal opportunities to win substantial rewards, reflecting our dedication to a competitive yet equitable gaming experience.

Rewards Await the Brave

A substantial reward pool of 25,000 $ARB from the Arbitrum Short-Term Incentive Program will be distributed according to player rank!

The prize pool allocation per week is as follows:

1st Place ► 500 $ARB
2nd Place ► 375 $ARB
3rd Place ► 250 $ARB
4–10 Place ► 150 $ARB
11–25th Place ► 100 $ARB
26–50th Place ► 75 $ARB
51–100th Place ► 60 $ARB
101–200th Place ► 12.5 $ARB
201–600th Place ►5 $ARB
601–1000th Place ► 1.75 $ARB

Spellborne has also generously contributed to the Open Category Prize Pool:

1st Place ► 1x Spellborne Apartment
2nd Place ► 1x Spellborne Apartment
3rd Place ► 1x Spellborne Apartment
Top 100 ►1x Classic Chest

This chest contains guaranteed rewards such as 3x Medium Health Packs, 3x Medium Stamina Packs, 2x Revives, and 5x Random Seedpacks to prepare you for your next adventures in Spellborne!

Each entry into the world boss will give you a complementary soul-bound Woodot Trophy!

Spellborne Apartment Holders’ Exclusive Perk

Owners of Spellborne Apartment NFTs will receive a special boon — 1x World Boss Ticket, 50,000 $MEDALS, 3x Timeless Memories (300 Hero EXP), and a full Rookie Equipment Set, boosting your chances in the upcoming grand battle against Woodot. Check your mail in your Elleria Account to claim your free soul-bound World Boss Ticket!

This mail expires on 1st April 2024. Make sure to claim it!

All Spellborne Apartment Holders will qualify for this boon- A snapshot will be taken between 15th — 17th March 2024. The reward will be claimable via Elleria’s in-game mail after the snapshot is taken.

Daily Log-in Bonus!

To bolster our defenses, all new and old players can participate in our 7-day campaign system running during the World Boss event.

Sign in each day to receive the following rewards
Day 1: 5000 $MEDALS
Day 2: 1x T2 Guards (SB)
Day 3: 5000 $MEDALS
Day 4: 1x T2 Charm (SB)
Day 5: 5000 $MEDALS
Day 6: 1x T2 Circlet (SB)
Day 7: 1x Lesser Positive Scroll (SB)

Don’t worry if you can’t sign in every day! You can still pick up where you left off and claim the next reward when you’re back. The event runs for 14 days, and players can log in and claim on any 7 days within this period to collect all their rewards! (Note: The bonus will not progress if the day’s rewards are not claimed!)

Closing notes

As we unveil Woodot as the next world boss, we’re embarking on a new thrilling journey in Tales of Elleria. This upcoming challenge is more than a battle; it’s an opportunity for our community to unite, showcasing our strength and camaraderie.

Stay ready, heroes, for the legend of Woodot awaits, and with it, countless stories to be told and glories to be won.

🍀 Fortuna Eterna

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Elleria awaits your heroism. Will you answer the call?

The legendary blobfish, Bloater from DeFi Kingdoms has made a splash in Elleria’s serene waters, causing chaos among our fishermen! This leviathan of the deep is not just a marvel to behold but a formidable challenge that disrupts the tranquility of our shores. Brave warriors, it’s time to rally! Get ready, heroes, for a battle like no other! Sharpen your skills, gather your allies, and prepare to dive into an unforgettable clash with this colossal, enigmatic creature. The waters of Elleria will never be the same again!

World Boss Showdown — December 18th, 11 AM EST

Step 1: Obtaining a Hero

Before you can challenge Bloater, you’ll need a hero by your side. For newcomers to Tales of Elleria, you can obtain a free hero through the summoning altar, or purchase a tradable hero from the trove marketplace. Assemble your team and prepare them for the grand battle that awaits!

Step 2: Securing Entry Tickets

To confront Bloater, you will need a World Boss Ticket. Equip yourself with an entry ticket, either crafted from quest item drops, purchased from Trove Marketplace, or procured from the In-Game Adventurer’s Guild Shop.

3. Engage in Battle

In this boss fight, heroes will attempt to deal as much damage as possible before being defeated by the world boss. The total amount of damage done towards Bloater across all heroes and attempts will be ranked on the leaderboard where prizes will be allocated.

A player can send an unlimited number of heroes into the world boss if he has sufficient entry tickets and quest attempts.

Rewards Await the Brave

A substantial reward pool of 25,000 $ARB from the Arbitrum Short-Term Incentive Program will be distributed according to player rank!

1st Place ► 1000 $ARB
2nd Place ► 750 $ARB
3rd Place ► 500 $ARB
4–10 Place ► 300 $ARB
11–25th Place ► 200 $ARB
26–50th Place ► 150 $ARB
51–100th Place ► 120 $ARB
101–200th Place ► 25 $ARB
201–600th Place ►10 $ARB
601–1000th Place ► 3 $ARB

DeFi Kingdoms have also allocated 250,000 CRYSTALS in vouchers to be won in this campaign! Here is the breakdown:
Top 100 ►1000 CRYSTAL
101–200 ►600 CRYSTAL
201–300 ► 300 CRYSTAL
301–900 ► 100 CRYSTAL

These crystals can be used to purchase DFK NFTs on their Crystalvale Marketplace on Avalanche! Try out their game to earn some highly demanded $JEWEL tokens!

Each entry will give you a Bloater Trophy! Other than serving as a commemorative NFT, each trophy qualifies you for 1 entry in the 40 $ARB Raffle. There will be a total of 200 $ARB given out to 5 participating players!

DeFi-Kingdom Hero Owners’ Exclusive Perk

Owners of DeFi-Kingdom heroes receive a special boon — 1x World Boss Ticket, 50,000 $MEDALS, 3x Timeless Memories (300 Hero EXP), and a full Rookie Equipment Set, boosting your chances in the upcoming grand battle against Bloater. Check your mail in your Elleria Account to claim your free soul-bound World Boss Ticket!

This ticket expires after the world boss event. Make sure to use it!

All DFK heroes will qualify for this boon- A snapshot will be taken between 15th-17th December 4AM UTC. The reward will be claimable via Elleria’ in-game mail after the snapshot is taken.

Ninja Class Mint: Limited Edition Heroes

In this saga, we unveil the much-anticipated Ninja Class — a new battalion of 1000, available for minting at 75 $MAGIC each!

These shadow warriors come with a unique Special Attack too!

We’re also giving away A FULL BEGINNER PACK for each Ninja minted!
1. 20k $MEDALS that can bring your hero to level 10
2. 5x Fading Memories (to increase a hero’s EXP)
3. 5x Diluted Recovery Potions (to recover HP in battles)
4. 1x World Boss Ticket

To celebrate the release, Elysis, the goddess of Elleria, is blessing accounts that mint at least one ninja, a 20% combat stats boost for all heroes in your account — a tactical edge in the World Boss event.

Daily Log-in Bonus!

To bolster our defenses, all new and old players can participate in our 7-day campaign system running during the World Boss event.

Sign in each day to receive the following rewards
Day 1: 5000 $MEDALS
Day 2: 1x T2 Guards (SB)
Day 3: 5000 $MEDALS
Day 4: 1x T2 Charm (SB)
Day 5: 5000 $MEDALS
Day 6: 1x T2 Circlet (SB)
Day 7: 1x Lesser Positive Scroll (SB)

Don’t worry if you can’t sign in every day! You can still pick up where you left off and claim the next reward when you’re back. The event runs for 14 days, and players can log in and claim on any 7 days within this period to collect all their rewards! (Note: The bonus will not progress if the day’s rewards are not claimed!)

Closing notes

The Bloater challenge is not just a battle; it’s a test of our collective strength and unity. Prepare for a breathtaking collision of worlds, where the stakes are high, and the rewards are grand. Join us in this monumental event and etch your name in the annals of Elleria’s history.

Stay tuned for more thrilling updates and thank you for being a part of the evolving journey of Tales of Elleria.

🍀 Fortuna Eterna

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Elleria awaits your heroism. Will you answer the call?

Greetings, brave adventurers of Elleria!

Today marks a truly momentous occasion in our journey! We’re thrilled to announce a sweeping array of updates and new features that will redefine your gaming experience in the mystical world of Elleria. From the introduction of intricate equipment mechanics to the revamping of our cherished regions, every element has been crafted to enhance your adventure.

Mark your calendars as these updates will go live after the update patch on 27 November 2023, 4am UTC. Please take note that the game servers will be unavailable during the update patch.

(NEW!!) Equipment System

In the world of Elleria, your gear is not just for show; it’s a crucial part of your survival and success. We’re introducing three forms of equipment: charms, circlets, and guards, each available in three distinct rarity tiers.

Here’s what you need to know:

Crafting

Crafting Complexity
Each equipment tier, ranging from T1 to T3, requires specific molds, $MAGIC, and monster parts.

Crafting EQ requires specific materials based on its tier:

• T1 EQ: Crafted with a T1 mold, 5 $MAGIC, and 1 monster drop.
• T2 EQ: Crafted with a T2 mold, 10 $MAGIC, and 1 monster drop.
• T3 EQ: Crafted with a T3 mold, 25 $MAGIC, and 1 monster drop.

Upon crafting, the stats for each EQ are randomized within the specific range set for its tier, making every piece of equipment unique. Each form of equipment (Charms, Circlets, Guards) has different sets of possible main & sub-stats, allowing for tailored equipment setups based on your combat strategy.

Hint: Equipment molds can either be bought from the Adventurer’s Guild shop, or obtained through quests in specific regions!

Equipment comes in different sets, and Equipment starting from T2 have their own set effects that can boost your combat abilities even further.

The right equipment can be the difference between victory and defeat. Visit our crafting page and begin shaping your destiny in Elleria!

Upgrading

Equipment can be progressively upgraded for increased stats. The process involves using medals and $ELM, especially beyond certain levels.

An Equipment’s main stat can be upgraded up to a total of 15 ★.

Enhancement ranges:
As you venture into higher levels (6–15), be mindful of increasing failure rates and costs.

• Level 1–5 requires only medals with no failure rate.
• Level 6–10 requires medals, a small $ELM cost, and have a slight chance of failure.
• Level 11–15 requires huge amounts of medals, $ELM and have a high failure rates.

Take note that the higher level you go, the greater the stat gained on the equipment. Check out success rate and enhancement costs required to power up your equipment! May fortune favour the bold…

Re-rolling

If you’re unhappy with the sub-stats you’ve obtained through crafting, you can always opt to re-roll them!

Re-rolling costs:

• T1 equipment — 5 $ELM
• T2 equipment — 10 $ELM
• T3 equipment — 20 $ELM

Optimize your equipment to prevail as the strongest through the lands of Elleria!

Metals/Gems Infusion

Finally, a use for these upgrade materials has emerged! Burn these materials and infuse these into your equipment for a permanent unique passive effect. Once socketed, the items cannot be removed but can be overwritten with new metals or gems. Each piece of EQ comes with two sockets for infusion, and these sockets are gateways to adding extra abilities and attributes to your gear.

Metals and Gems upgrade
Elevate your game by combining identical materials to enhance their tier. Merge five gems of the same tier to upgrade to the next level, reaching up to a maximum of tier 6. Similarly, fuse ten metals of the same tier to ascend to a higher tier, with a cap at tier 5. This new system adds another layer of strategy and customization, allowing you to craft and empower materials for even greater advantages in your journey through Elleria!

Hint: Circlets and Guards are more defense-oriented, while Charms boost offensive capabilities.

To prevent exploits, equipped pieces belonging to heroes that have quested cannot be unequipped until the next quest reset cycle.

Will you be ready for the upcoming end-game PvP and PvE content?

Changes to Regions:

(NEW!!) Ancient Ruins:

Venture into the forgotten depths of the Ancient Ruins, the newest and most thrilling region in Tales of Elleria. Here, amidst the echoes of a long-lost civilization, lie secrets waiting to be uncovered and treasures to be claimed.

Ancient Ruins — Peblet’s Path
In the Ancient Ruins, Peblet’s Path unfolds, a trail lined with small stone creatures known as Pebblets. These mini golems, born from the ruins, possess a curious resilience. Navigating this path offers an initial taste of the deeper mysteries and ancient powers that the Ruins conceal.

Preparation Fees: 500 $MEDALS
Heroes Required: 1
Difficulty levels: 3

Ancient Ruins — Boulden’s Border
At Boulden’s Border in the Ancient Ruins, golems have gathered, forming unexpected barriers. Energized by the ruins, they challenge anyone trying to delve deeper. Your task is to navigate these protective golems and secure safe passage into the heart of the ruins. Proceed with caution!

Preparation Fees: 1000 $MEDALS
Heroes Required: 1
Difficulty levels: 4

Ancient Ruins—Golem’s Grudge
In the deepest parts of the Ancient Ruins, some golems have absorbed immense magical energies, evolving into formidable beings. These enhanced golems, fueled by ancient grudges, are now menacingly patrolling the ruins, posing a significant threat to all who venture too close. It’s crucial to confront and pacify these guardians before their power grows uncontrollable.

Preparation Fees: 2000 $MEDALS
Heroes Required: 1
Difficulty levels: 4

The Ancient Ruins are a primary source for $ELM, Gems, and Metals. Explore and conquer this new region in the latest update!

Goblin Plains

• Monsters will be adjusted to match the recommended levels, ensuring a fair challenge that corresponds with player equipment and skills.
• $ELM will be removed from Goblin Plains and redistributed to Ancient Ruins and Slime Road.

Slime Road

• Monsters will be adjusted to match the recommended levels, ensuring a fair challenge that corresponds with player equipment and skills.
• Losing a Slime Ambush or Slime Bandits quest will no longer give rewards.
• $ELM emissions will be adjusted to align with the emission schedule.

Tower of Babel

Levels will be adjusted to match the recommended levels, ensuring a fair challenge that corresponds with player equipment and skills.

Relic Changes

Region Key Changes

Keys are now required for higher difficulties (💀💀+), instead of being a flat quest requirement. These keys still stay permanently after being crafted and are still soul-bound. The current highest amount of keys needed is still 3 (for quest difficulty 💀💀💀💀).

No keys are required for quests at difficulty 💀.

A new region key, Ruins Region Key, will be added to the game.

Reduced Dismantle Rates

We’re lowering the gems and metals dismantling rates for monster dropped from the Goblin Plains. A full list of changes made to dismantling and conversion recipes will be updated on the whitepaper. This change aims to segment direct purposes for farming within each region.

Goblin Plains => Consumable and Artifact Materials
Slime Road => Skill Materials
Ancient Ruins => Equipment Materials

Plan your gameplay and form strategies to cater to your needs!

New Crafting Recipes

Three new crafting recipes are introduced to dismantle Ancient Ruins Drops! . These recipes allow players to dismantle unique drops from this region, further diversifying the crafting system and enhancing the utility of items found in the ruins.

Golem Fragment => 1x T1 Metal, 0-1x T1 Gem
Golem Heartstone => 1x T2 Metal, 0-1x T2 Gem
Golem Core => 1–2x T2 Metal, 1x T2 Gem

Metals Update

The following metals’ name, image, and metadata will be updated when the patch goes live:

• Copper => Bronze
• Zinc => Mithril
• Iron => Gold
• Tin => Lavendrite

In addition to the changes, we are introducing a new metal, Obsidian, that can be obtained in the new questing region, Ancient Ruins.

Battle Changes

Changes to Agility

Agility (AGI) will be revamped to affect Critical Hit chances instead of hit or dodge rates. This means all players will now have a 100% accuracy rate, shifting the focus of AGI towards increasing the likelihood of landing critical strikes.

Move Priority

Move priority is introduced in this patch, where players no longer attack first, and AGI now determines who goes first within the attack cycle. If AGI between the monster and hero is the same, who goes first will be randomized. Consumables are not affected by move priority and will always be used first.

Standardized Defense Duration

Defense abilities will now last between 2 to 4 turns, regardless of levels, adding more predictability and strategy to defensive play.

Skill Adjustments

Slight changes will be made to class skills to enhance gameplay balance and combat dynamics, while factoring equipment.

Full list of updated skill effects:

Elixir Updates

The formulations of Elixirs will be revised, ensuring they are in line with the latest gameplay mechanics and player needs. The new elixir effects are as such:

• Warrior’s Elixir: 25% Max HP and 25% Defense for 10 turns
• Assassin’s Elixir: 25% Final Damage and 25% Crit Damage for 10 turns
• Mage’s Elixir: 25% Final Damage and 25% Resistance for 10 turns
• Ranger’s Elixir: 25% Max HP and 25% Crit Damage for 10 turns
• Luck Elixir: 10% Crit Rate for 10 turns

Level Scaling Enhancement

To offer a more balanced difficulty and progression curve, level scaling will be increased across the board. See example below.

Original HP Formula = 5  * Vitality * ((1.5 + (level / 100) * 5))
New HP Formula = 5 * Vitality * ((1.5 + (level / 100) * 15))

Original ATK/DEF/RES Formula = Stat * ((1.5 + (level / 100) * 5))
New ATK/DEF/RES Formula = Stat * ((1.5 + (level / 100) * 15))

Quality of Life Changes:

Updated Features

1. Wooden Loot Boxes Can Now Be Opened in Batches
   Previously, players had to open each loot box individually. This update allows players to open multiple boxes at once, saving time and enhancing the gameplay experience.
2. Claim All Pending Task Rewards Together
   Players can now collect rewards from multiple completed tasks simultaneously instead of claiming them one by one, streamlining the process and improving user convenience.
3. Alteration to Weekly Task Rewards
   The reward structure for completing weekly tasks will be modified. Players will now be awarded 10 ELM Shards instead of 1 $ELM. This change aims to balance the reward system and provide a more gradual progression in earning in-game currency.

UI Changes

1. Active Status Effects Now Show During Battle
   This change makes it easier for players to see which status effects (like buffs or debuffs) are currently active on their heroes and enemies during combat.
2. Updated Battle Logs for Skills
   Battle logs will be improved to provide more detailed information about how skills affect the course of the battle, offering players better insight into their strategies.
3. Smooth and Responsive Battle UI for Mobile/Smaller Screens
   The battle user interface (UI) will be optimized for smoother performance, especially on mobile devices and smaller screens, enhancing the overall player experience.
4. Updated Relics info (i) to be less annoying to click
   The user interface for accessing information about relics will be improved to be less cumbersome, making it more user-friendly.
5. Hover to View Max Attributes for Heroes
   Players can now see the maximum potential attributes of their heroes by simply hovering over the attribute section, providing a quick reference.
6. Confirm Detailed Hero Information Before Quests
   Before embarking on a quest, players can now review and confirm their heroes’ detailed information, ensuring they are well-prepared.
7. Visible Elixir Effects and Duration in Battle
   The effects and remaining turns of elixirs used in battle are now visible, allowing players to make more informed decisions during combat.
8. Constant Access to Leaderboard Rankings
   Players can now view their rankings on various leaderboards at any time, fostering a competitive environment.
9. Revamped Shop UI for Interoperability
   The shop’s user interface will be redesigned in anticipation of future interoperability features, hinting at more expansive interactions and functionalities.
10. Updated Crafting Recipes UI for Interoperability
    Similar to the shop UI, the crafting recipes interface will be updated to support future interoperability, suggesting expanded crafting options.

Bugfixes/Optimizations

1. Fixed Potion Usage Bug
   A previously rare bug where the effect of a potion used in one turn would incorrectly carry over to the next will be addressed and fixed.
2. Optimized Tower of Babel Reset Behavior
   Improvements will be made to the reset mechanism of the Tower of Babel to prevent heroes from getting stuck, ensuring smoother progression in this game mode.
3. Corrected Positioning of Soul-Bound Indicator on Relics
   An issue where the indicator showing whether a relic is soul-bound was not appearing in the correct position will be resolved.

Closing notes

The Tales of Elleria Team continually strive to improve the gaming experience to refine gameplay, enhance user experience, and bring fresh, engaging content to our community.

In addition to these updates, we are also thrilled to give you a sneak peek into something big planned for December. Tales of Elleria is preparing to reveal a substantial new partnership, culminating in a World Boss event that promises to be an exhilarating addition to the game. In the shadows of our upcoming collaboration, something swift and elusive stirs, ready to make its silent debut in Elleria.

Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being a part of the evolving journey of Tales of Elleria.

Fortuna Eterna 🍀

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Greetings Ellerians! Our citizens have to eat and we’re cooking up a storm!
Here’s a summarized list of this update’s new features and changes.

New — Equipment System

The long-awaited equipment system is out! Equipment boosts your heroes’ combat stats letting you attempt juicier quests and can be transferred across heroes!*

Hold onto all your resources cause you’re gonna need them! Introducing…

Crafting

Equipment Mold + $MAGIC Shards + Monster Drops. Obtain Molds and Relics from quests, and $MAGIC Shards from the shop!

Each crafted piece grants 3 stat lines (1 main + 2 sub) and 2 sockets that can be infused with gems/metals.

Upgrading

Strengthen equipment up to 15 stars! Unleash its full potential and get huge stat boosts at higher levels.

Rerolling

Unhappy with your sub stats? Reroll them instead of crafting a new piece entirely!

Metals/Gems Infusion

Finally a use for these upgrade materials! Burn these materials and infuse them into your equipment for a unique passive effect.

Notes

A perfect full set of equipment can potentially boost a character ~25–30 levels. Will you be ready for the upcoming end-game PvP and PvE content?

For detailed Equipment information, please refer to the Whitepaper!

Battle Changes

Agility/Crit System Revamp

• Agility as a combat stat has been revamped! Previously, the hit rate was calculated using the attacker’s and defender’s agility, making battles sometimes unpredictable.
• All basic attacks now have a default 100% accuracy to make gameplay smoother and more rewarding.
• AGI now determines who attacks first and contributes to Crit Rate %.
• The formula for Crit Rate % can be found here.

Elixir Changes

• Assassin’s Elixir : 25% AGI + 25% ATK > 25% Crit DMG + 25% Crit RES
• Mage’s Elixir: 25% ATK > 25% Final Attack
• Ranger’s Elixir: 25% Agility Boost > 25% Crit DMG
• Luck Elixir: 10% Hit Rate > 10% Crit Rate

Defense Skills Changes

• Defense effects now last for 2 to 4 turns regardless of hero level.

Class Skills Changes

• Shield Bash: 110% DMG > 55% DMG, 100% Accuracy.
• Lethal Strike: 100% Accuracy.
• Curse of Weakening: 70% DMG > 30% DMG, 100% Accuracy.
• Aimed Shot: 100% Accuracy.
• Berserk: 100% Accuracy, HP Scaling 2-0x instead of 3-0x.
• Devour: 50% Accuracy.
• Future Shot: 100% Accuracy. 70% DMG > +20% Crit Rate for 2–3 turns on hit. (no more damage)

Level Scaling Changes

• To better balance the game’s difficulty and progression curve, level scaling has been increased. See the example below.

Original HP Formula = 5  * Vitality * ((1.5 + (level / 100) * 5))
New HP Formula = 5 * Vitality * ((1.5 + (level / 100) * 15))

Original ATK/DEF/RES Formula = Stat * ((1.5 + (level / 100) * 5))
New ATK/DEF/RES Formula = Stat * ((1.5 + (level / 100) * 15))

• Base combat stats and damage will be rounded to the nearest whole number.
• All quests have been balanced based on the combat changes. The first difficulty for all quests remains the same, while higher difficulty ones are buffed for equipment.

Quest Changes

Dungeon Key Changes

• Keys are now required for higher difficulties (💀💀+) instead of being a flat quest requirement.
• Keys still stay permanently after being crafted and are still soul-bound. The current highest amount of keys needed is still 3 (for 💀💀💀💀).
• No keys are required for Slime Ambush/Bandits at difficulty 💀.

Tower of Babel Changes

• Floors in the Tower of Babel have been adjusted to their recommended levels and balanced to factor in equipment bonuses. Fight on!
• Some floors have a difficulty spike, these gatekeeper floors now have a boss icon to indicate their difficulty, and recommended levels have been updated to reflect more accurately.

• Floors 17 + have been buffed between 5–15 levels to reflect their rewards.

Safety Net Changes

• Losing quests that award $ELM such as Outskirts, Slime Ambush, Slime Bandits will not let players keep rewards anymore.

Emission Changes

• $ELM emissions have been adjusted to align with the emission schedule and have been removed from Goblin Plains.
• Goblin Plains provides relics for scrolls, potions, and ELM Shards for crafting.
• Slime Road provides $ELM, ELM Shards, and skill-related relics.

New Region — Ancient Ruins

The new region — Ancient Ruins — has been uncovered! Living golems roam these lands, protecting what is left of their homeland from invaders. Who used to occupy this land and what happened?

• Ancient Ruins provides equipment-related relics and $ELM.
• 3 new quests with increasing difficulty have been released- The harder the quest, the more possible rewards.

Relic Changes

Metals/Gem Changes

• Updated some relics’ (gems & metals) names and images for equipment crafting. This is a visual change to help with differentiating them.

Crafting Recipe Changes

• Existing recipes with gems/metals as part of rewards have been adjusted:

(10003) Goblin’s Magic Necklace
(10006) Goblin Leader’s Crown
(10007) Hopgoblin’s Helmet
(10014) Goblin’s Club
(10015) Hopgoblin’s Axe
(10016) Hopgoblin’s Shield
(10017) Goblin Mage’s Staff
(10018) Goblin King’s Axe
(20007) Goblin Mage Doll
(20008) Hopgoblin Doll
(20009) Goblin Leader Doll

Daily/Weekly Tasks Changes

• Weekly rewards have been changed to 1 Lesser Positive Scroll (SB) + 10 ELM Shards.

World Boss Updates

• Damage will only contribute to the leaderboard if the quest is completed during the leaderboard updates.
• Usage of tradeable World Boss Tickets will contribute to the World Boss prize pool, while soul-bound tickets do not.
• If the same hero quests across different accounts, only the quests on the latest account after the transfer will contribute to the leaderboard.

Quality of Life Changes

Updated Features

• Wooden Loot Boxes can now be opened in batches!
• Players can now claim all pending task rewards together!
• $ELM Circulating Supply API.

UI Changes

• Active status effects now show during battle.
• Battle Logs have been updated to cater for skills.
• Battle UI handles status effects smoothly and is more responsive for mobile/smaller screens.
• Updated Relics info (i) to be less annoying to click.
• Players can now view the ‘Max Attributes’ for heroes by hovering on its attributes.
• Players can now view and confirm their detailed hero information before starting a quest from the card under ‘Selected Heroes’.
• Elixir effects and turns left now show in battle!
• Players can now always view their rankings in leaderboards!
• Shop UI has been changed to prepare for inter-op.
• Crafting Recipes UI has been changed to prepare for inter-op.
• Skip Battles toggle now comes with a warning and stays across quests/regions.
• Streamlined Wishing Well UX.

Bugfixes/Optimizations

• A rare bug where potion usage doesn’t reset the next turn should be fixed.
• Optimized Tower of Babel reset behavior to prevent heroes from getting stuck.
• Fixed soul-bound indicator on relics not appearing in the correct position.
• Fixed ‘Max’ rounding issue for $ELM withdrawals
• Fixed some error messages being vague again.

A New Chapter Begins in Elleria

Elleria has always envisioned collaborations that not only amplify the gaming experience but also knit the virtual worlds closer. With Pixelmon, we have found the ideal synergy. Both games are built upon the pillars of dedication, sustainability, and, most importantly, community.

The introduction of Kevin, a beloved character from the Pixelmon community, marks a novel cross-IP development. Our teams have combined creativity and technology, resulting in a 3D reincarnation of Kevin, complete with unique animations and effects.

Event Duration

This monumental event is set to launch on 28 August 2023 at 4 am UTC, spanning two weeks and concluding on 10 September 2023 at 4 am UTC.

Dive Deep into the World Boss Structure

Step 1: Obtaining a Hero

Before you can challenge Kevin, you’ll need a hero by your side. For newcomers to Tales of Elleria, you can obtain a free hero through the summoning altar, or purchase a tradable hero from the trove marketplace. Assemble your team and prepare them for the grand battle that awaits!

Step 2: Securing Entry Tickets

You will require an entry ticket in order to challenge Kevin. Equip yourself with an entry ticket, either crafted from quest item drops, purchased from trove marketplace, or procured from the adventurer’s shop.

Hint: It is cheaper to craft your entry tickets than purchase them from Trove marketplace or from the adventurer’s shop!

Step 3: Engage in Battle

In this boss fight, heroes will attempt to deal as much damage as possible before perishing to the world boss. The total amount of damage done towards Kevin across all heroes and attempts will be ranked on the leaderboard where prizes will be allocated.

A player can send an unlimited number of heroes into the world boss if he has sufficient entry tickets and quest attempts.

Battle Mechanics

• There’ll be a set pattern for the first ten turns but subsequently randomized between normal & special attack at a specific chance.
• Kevin’s normal attack will have a minimum 25% chance of hitting a player, while his special attacks have increased accuracy.
• The longer the battle, the more invigorated Kevin will be. Beyond ten turns, Kevin enters into rage mode and will have progressively increasing stats.
• You can use one potion or elixir per turn, the same as in normal quests.
• Any damage immediately adds towards the total damage dealt, and you do not need to wait for the hero to be defeated.
• Kevin does phyiscal damage and has fixed stats.

Rewards Await the Brave

A substantial reward pool of 10,000 $MAGIC + 0.25 $MAGIC per entry, an Unhatched Pixelmon Egg (0.6 ETH), and a Pixelmon Trainer (0.08 ETH) will be distributed.

1st Place ► 5% of the pool + Plague Doctor’s Secret
2nd Place ► 4% of the pool + Plague Doctor’s Secret
3rd Place ► 3% of the pool + Plague Doctor’s Secret
4–10 Place ► 2% of the pool + Jester’s Tricks
11–25th Place ► 1.5% of the pool + Chaos Scroll
26–50th Place ► 1% of the pool + Random Elixir
51–100th Place ► 0.3% of the pool + Recovery Potion
101–200th Place ► 0.1% of the pool + Random Goblin Part
Special Reward ► 1.5% of the pool to the Player who attempted the world boss the most number of times.
Participation reward ► 5,000 MEDALS.

Furthermore, every attempt at the world boss rewards players with a special Proof of Kevin Trophy, a soulbound relic signifying their valor.

Trophy holders stand a chance to win an unhatched Pixelmon egg and a trainer after the conclusion of the event!
The more Proof of Kevin you hold, the higher your chance to win the unhatched egg and trainer!

Partnership

Tales of Elleria is poised for its most significant collaboration to date. Should this event turn out to be a hit, Kevin might be back with an even bigger army……

Join the Adventure

The lands of Elleria are buzzing with excitement. It’s more than just a battle; it’s a fusion of worlds, lore, and communities. We invite every player to be a part of this grand event, to face Kevin and carve their names into Elleria and Pixelmon’s history.

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Unlike any hero known before, the Ethereal Heroes are uniquely soul-bound (untradable). Linked to the ethers of their summoner’s wallet, they symbolize a profound connection, an inseparable bond echoing the unbreakable nature of their untradeable existence.

What are Ethereal Heroes?

Ethereal Heroes are mystical entities designed to help onboard new players into the Tales of Elleria ecosystem. They act as a gateway for those wanting to “try” the game before fully immersing themselves in the world of Elleria. With Ethereal Heroes, players can experience the game wholly and progress their team using the Ethereal Hero Shop, effectively bridging the gap between newcomers and seasoned players.

Summoning Ethereal Heroes

The first Ethereal Hero can be summoned for free, opening up the world of Elleria for all players.

Players who would like more Ethereal Heroes can summon them as follows:

Ethereal heroes summoned are randomly selected from the genesis classes (Warrior, Ranger, Assassin, Mage). They also have a maximum summonable primary stat of 80 and maximum summonable total attributes of 376. If you wish to enhance your Ethereal Hero, scrolls can be used for improvement to reach a maximum attribute of 445.

A maximum of 5 Ethereal Heroes can be summoned. Beginning with the second Ethereal Hero, a bonus reward will be granted for each additional summoning. The fifth hero summoned will automatically be a Class-Specific Hero, boasting a minimum main stat of 86–90, a minimum sub stat of 61, and a maximum total of 376 stats.

Ethereal Hero Quests

Ethereal Heroes can undertake a unique quest explicitly designed for them once a day. This free-entry quest allows heroes to fight monsters that drop a special currency called Soul Dust. Each monster defeated will drop 1–10 Soul Dust and one Wooden Lootbox.

Wooden Lootbox

Each successful completion of the Ethereal Quest grants you one Wooden Lootbox. These loot boxes can be opened for a variety of rewards ranging from $MEDALS, Shards, Soul Dust, Potions and Scrolls depending on chance. Good Luck!

The Soul Dust Shop

Soul Dust, earned from the Ethereal Hero quests, can be used in the Ethereal Emporium (Soul Dust Shop) to purchase soul-bound items. This shop is located within the Adventurer’s Guild.

The shop enables players to purchase much-needed artifacts to empower their heroes and progress in their journey.

Features of Ethereal Heroes

Ethereal Heroes have unique features that separate them from the standard heroes in Tales of Elleria.

Ethereal Heroes CAN:

• Earn $MEDALS from assignments.
• Earn ELM Shards from quests.
• Quest all quests normally, except they cannot earn $ELM and Relics.
• Be levelled, upgraded using scrolls, and renamed.
• Embark on one quest a day regardless of level.
• Enter the Tower of Babel with two free attempts a cycle.

However, Ethereal Heroes CANNOT:

• Be sold.
• Earn $ELM and Tradable Relics.
• Be used to rebirth other heroes.
• Appear in the Marketplace.
• Earn scores on the Tower of Babel Leaderboard.

Memories

These hourglasses harbor the memories of a valiant soul. Use them on heroes to increase their EXP!

• Fading Memories: Grants a hero 10 EXP.
• Vivid Memories: Grants a hero 50 EXP.
• Timeless Memories: Grants a hero 100 EXP.

These hour glasses are obtainable as a bonus from the third and fourth Ethereal Hero summoned per account. Additional methods to acquire these hourglasses will be introduced in the future.

Conclusion

The introduction of Ethereal Heroes marks an exciting phase in Tales of Elleria. We’re eager to see how these heroes will help onboard new players and add depth to our game. As a player, you can look forward to exploring the realm of Elleria through a different perspective, encountering quests, collecting relics, and experiencing the thrill of the game.

Remember, the journey in Elleria doesn’t end; it evolves. We’re excited to bring more features and opportunities to you. With the Ethereal Heroes as your gateway, may you find grand adventures, valuable allies, and timeless stories. Welcome to Tales of Elleria. Let your story unfold.

Fortuna Eterna 🍀

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As the echoes of change resonate across Elleria, we stand on the brink of a transformative era. The goddess, Elysis, has decreed the start of the second phase of ‘Halvening’ — a momentous event set to halve the creation rate of $ELM Tokens, our lifeblood, doubling their scarcity. This epic shift will challenge the strategic mettle of our heroes, shaping Elleria’s economic destiny.

Greetings Ellerians!

As we’ve approached the one year mark since the release of $ELM, we want to give you a breakdown of $ELM’s current positioning in the release schedule, and prepare players for the upcoming $ELM Halvening alongside a difficulty rework.

$ELM Distribution

The current positioning of $ELM as of today (12th July 2023) is as follows:

$ELM Treasury: 450,441 $ELM
Team: 50,000 $ELM
Treasure: 28,333 $ELM
Liquidity Pool: 479,581 $ELM
Circulating $ELM: 275,472 $ELM
Unemitted $ELM: 1,216,174 $ELM
All $ELM records: 2,500,000 $ELM

The $ELM Treasury amount consists of all $ELM consumed to date, whereas the circulating $ELM supply consists of all on and off chain $ELM.

Overall, the $ELM distribution in Tales of Elleria is relatively healthy, with over 19% of all tokens within the liquidity pool, indicating a robust level of liquidity. The circulating supply of tokens is low enough such that players choosing to exit the game will not be able to drain the entire liquidity pool’s worth of $MAGIC.

Currently, the Team and TreasureDAO’s holdings represent just a small fraction of allocated supply. The remaining tokens distributable to the Team and TreasureDAO will gradually vest over 5 years.

However, as only 18% (or 36% of the $ELM emitted) is burnt and converted to the Treasury, which shows that the current $ELM sinks are inefficient and require further improvement. Going forward, we will introduce $ELM sinks that scale better and smaller, more worthwhile $ELM sinks.

Out of the 450,441 $ELM in the treasury, 175,000 $ELM is locked in a vesting contract, remitted to TreasureDAO over a duration of 5 years as part of our Liquidy Restoration Plan when $ELM was exploited in April 2023.

$ELM Emission Schedule

As we head into the second phase of the $ELM Halvening, we will be reducing the $ELM emission rate of $ELM all throughout Elleria.

Since the first year, we have emitted approximately 1,283,826 $ELM. Although we are not at the exact 1.25m tokens due to the variable nature of the game (e.g., random monster spawns), we are still very much in line with the emission schedule. We’re nearly halfway to our goal; the next milestone to achieve by July 2024 would be to emit a total of 1,768,750 $ELM split across all channels.

With that in mind, we will be introducing a difficulty rework to increase the difficulty and scaling of quests with $ELM emissions alongside other changes.

Difficulty Rework

A dark tide is surging beyond the walls of Elleria. The denizens of the outskirts have grown in power, their shadows deepening, presenting fiercer challenges to our champions. Brace yourselves, Ellerians. These trials carry the promise of higher stakes, greater rewards, and more riveting adventures. Stand tall and face these challenges with courage, carving your path to glory.

With the difficulty rework, we are now adding a difficulty scale to our beloved quests!

Goblin Plains
Adventure Begins — 3 levels
Outskirts — 4 levels
Outpost — 4 levels
Encampment — 4 levels

Slime Road
Slime Friend — 1 level
Slime Foe — 3 levels
Slime Ambush — 4 levels
Slime Bandits — 4 levels

The higher the difficulty, the greater the rewards!

Base entrance fee and emissions for quests have been reduced. This allows us to scale up entry requirements, difficulty and rewards as we traverse the outer treacherous locale of Elleria.

Players now have the option to either go for a quest with a higher difficulty, or a harder quest based on their needs. Explore the outskirts of Elleria and determine what strategies work best with you.

After all, as the ancient saying goes, “Fortuna Eterna” — may fortune be eternal for those who dare. 🍀

Explorations Update

With the $ELM Halvening, comes updates towards the pooled $ELM Emissions from Explorations. The following few changes will take place:

Necropolis Exploration: 200 Vial of Mysterious Blood per day
Overworld Exploration: 300 ELM Shards & 50 $ELM per day
Ruins Exploration: 1 Exalted Scroll & 50 $ELM per day
Lair Exploration: 1 Miracle Scroll & 50 $ELM per day

We’re taking the opportunity to increase the Overworld Exploration rewards to from 100 -> 300 ELM shards a day to incentivize more players to level up their characters to 40! This will greatly help in all forms of questing, battles and progression.

Don’t take the exploration emissions lightly, as they are still one of the highest $ELM emitters on a regular basis!

Other Updates

Use All Attempts

You can now use all quest attempts for your heroes when sending them into quests to complete it in one go!

Victory Screen Duration

Victory screen duration is now reduced from 10 seconds to 3 seconds for multiple quests. Complete all your quests at a faster rate!

Conclusion

We are overjoyed to share these changes with you, which reflect our commitment to continually improve and evolve the Tales of Elleria experience.

These changes will come live on 23 July 2023 at 4:00 am UTC.

Teasingly, we will soon unveil an exhilarating NEW FREE CONTENT that all players — seasoned veterans, eager newcomers, and everyone in between — will enjoy. Buckle up, Ellerians; grand adventures and rewards await.

Remember, in the face of trials and tribulations, “Fortuna Eterna” — may fortune forever favor the brave. 🍀

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