Chapter 444 - Update Ver 1.3.2
Monday
"I'm tired…"
"'Tired,' huh…"
Even though he suggested we come out to play, Natto himself was the most exhausted.
That's because choosing clothes for Mion and Iincho took a lot… I mean, a considerable amount of time.
"You go shopping with Nao-chan sometimes, don't you?"
"Nao doesn't go clothes shopping with me. We're not always as close as you and your sister."
That's what he said.
Well, Natto and Nao-chan aren't really on bad terms; they're more like typical siblings with an 'Older brother's annoying' dynamic.
"So, you're fine because you're dragged along by Miki-chan? I don't think Miki-chan is the type to be particular about clothes."
"Not if it's just her. But when Mashiro-nee and Miki are together, it's incredible…"
They go on forever, choosing each other's clothes.
And then, occasionally, they'll ask for my opinion, so I can't just ignore them…
"Sorry to keep you waiting."
"Hey."
Mion and Iincho brought over some cakes and drinks.
It was an all-you-can-eat cake place, so we left it to the girls.
"Hmm."
"Thanks."
Mont Blanc definitely goes with coffee.
Mion had strawberry shortcake with a caffè latte. Iincho had apple tart with tea. Natto had cheesecake and cola.
"Speaking of which, the recording was on Sunday, wasn't it?"
"Hmm."
Iincho began to speak, lowering her voice slightly.
I had thought she wasn't interested since the topic hadn't come up at all, but it seems she wasn't completely uninterested.
"How did it go?"
"How? It seemed to finish smoothly?"
"Hmm."
Iincho looked relieved at this, but then,
"No, no, what was it like?"
"There's no way I can tell you that."
Iincho elbowed Natto in the ribs, a familiar exchange. He was clearly curious.
In truth, there wasn't much I could say. Besides,
"Is it out yet?"
When I asked Mion, she nodded and took out her tablet from her bag.
I'd heard that the update details would be posted on the official page at 3 PM.
The screen, placed so the two opposite us could see, displayed the details of the Demon Kingdom Update.
"Oh!"
Natto and Iincho leaned in to look.
"There's a live commentary tonight."
"Seriously? Glad it's not during the day…"
"Perhaps because it's a holiday? The update itself will be applied tomorrow morning after maintenance, they said."
The live commentary being at night was because we told Misha P about our plans for today.
After all, this live stream would reveal the PV, which also served as Mion's official inauguration as a goddess.
We had them shift it to a time when we would likely be home, anticipating immediate reactions on the channel.
"So, what's the update content like?"
"Huh? Didn't you two hear about it already?"
"No way. Just the release time."
Update content released at 3 PM. Update commentary live stream at 8 PM.
They only told us the schedule: the update would be applied tomorrow morning after two hours of maintenance starting at 10 AM.
"Hmm, the main thing seems to be starting with new races from the Demon Kingdom. The only thing that seems relevant to us is the level cap increasing from 20 to 30…"
Natto said this, turning the tablet screen towards me.
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[Update Ver 1.3.2 Overview]
◇Main Story "Chapter 3: Demon Kingdom Open-Country Arc"◇
・The following Demon Kingdom races have been added as new characters.
・Sepia Elf, Oni, Beastkin (Centaur, Minotaur, Werewolf, Weretiger, Kitsune)
※For initial stats, initial skills, and characteristics of each race, please refer to their individual pages.
・If a Demon Kingdom race is selected, the starting point will be the Demon Kingdom Capital.
・If a non-Demon Kingdom race is selected, the starting point will remain as before.
・Travel to and from the Demon Kingdom Capital and surrounding territories is now possible.
・However, if your origin is not the Demon Kingdom, an entry permit is required.
◇System Changes due to World Quest Completion◇
・New characters created after noon today will start with 19 SP.
・Characters created between the end of the World Quest and the application of this update will receive an additional 9 SP.
・The character level cap has been changed from 20 to 30.
※Experience gained after already reaching level 20 is accumulated internally, so a level-up may occur upon login.
◇Introduction of PV Adoption System◇
・Regarding the adoption of gameplay footage for official PVs, which was previously used unconditionally, we will now reflect user intentions through the following selection method:
・Full Permission: Always allow PV adoption. (Monthly fee will be 10% OFF)
・Per-Instance Selection: The management will inquire each time regarding PV adoption.
・Full Refusal: Always refuse PV adoption.
※The terms of service will change with the introduction of this system.
◇Bug Fixes◇
・Fixed inconsistent descriptions in some skill explanations during appraisal.
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For the World Quest part, the first development quest gave 3 SP, but the next Necropolis quest was divided into three parts, so maybe 2 SP x 3 = 6 SP?
"When I started IRO, I had 10 SP, but it's increased quite a bit."
"It's so that there isn't too much of a difference between us and new players coming in later. Even so, it's less than half the SP you get for participating in a World Quest," Natto said.
Well, those who started earlier spent more money and time, so it's only fair that they have an advantage.
Increasing initial SP also means more skills can be acquired, but players still need to actively level up their skills.
"For me, it's a relief that the character level cap went up to 30. Raising skill levels is good, but it's still nice when your character level goes up."
"Huh? You were already character level 20?"
"Yeah! And aren't you almost there too, Iincho?"
"I'm currently 18. Still a ways to go."
"Seriously? Wait, I'm 17, so I've been overtaken…"
I slumped over in shock.
And for some reason, Mion was patting my head…
"You don't even play normally in the first place."
"That's true, but…"
I haven't been doing much combat lately in the first place.
And also, I haven't really felt the need to raise my character level at the moment.
Well, I'll think about it when I have nothing else to do and get bored…