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# PDT 9.2.2026 (Wed) 22:00 – The Conquest Difficulty matchmaking condition has been added to "1. Ranking Run Schedule & Participation Rules."
"Conquest," the ultimate difficulty that surpasses the existing Normal/Hard Difficulty, will be available for a limited time.
To celebrate, the Ranking Run Event, to crown the greatest Descendant, will also take place.
Conquest Difficulty is not simply about farming rewards. It is challenging content designed to push you to your limits to prove your prowess.
Descendants who successfully clear it will receive a special prestigious Cosmetic Item,
and top-ranked players can look forward to exclusive, permanent limited rewards, so stay tuned and join in!
Take on the ultimate difficulty and prove your prowess.
Conquest Difficulty is a new difficulty tier for Karel's Mothership, ranking above the existing Normal/Hard Difficulty.
Conquest is a limited-time Event and is not permanently available.
Conquest Difficulty is unlocked after clearing "Karel's Mothership" Normal Difficulty 1 time.
After the first clear, 1 Honor Reward per account will be distributed. Repeated clears will allow you to acquire the same Mission Completion Rewards as Hard Difficulty.
Conquest Difficulty operates in two phases, Phase 1 and Phase 2, each with different participation rules and rewards.
Please refer to the "Conquest Difficulty Ranking Run Event" Info below for details on schedules, participation rules, and reward information.
Who will be the Descendant to take down Karel the fastest?
During the Conquest Difficulty Event Period, the special Event Ranking Run, where players compete for the fastest clear time, will take place simultaneously.
1. Ranking Run Schedule & Participation Rules
- (Added) Conquest Difficulty matchmaking will be available after Patch 1.4.2 is applied on 9/3 (Thu).
TypePhase 1: Elite SquadPhase 2: Team & SoloSchedule
After the 09.03.2026 (Thu) 00:00 PDT patch - Before the 09.17.2026 (Thu) maintenance
After the 09.17.2026 (Thu) maintenance - Before the 10.15.2026 (Thu) maintenance
ㄴ First Half (2 weeks): After the 09.17.2026 (Thu) maintenance - 09.30.2026 (Wed) 23:59 PDT
ㄴ Second Half (2 weeks): 10.01.2026 (Thu) 00:00 PDT - Before the 10.15.2026 (Thu) maintenance
Participation Rules
- 4-player Party only
- Public Matchmaking not available
- Private Party entry only
- Duplicate Descendants within a Descendant Group in a Squad are not allowed
ㄴ Regardless of Normal Descendant/Ultimate Descendant status, the same Descendant is treated as the same group.
(Examples)
Ultimate Viessa + Normal Viessa (X)
Normal Viessa + Normal Viessa (X)
Phase 2: Team
- 4-player Party
- Public Matchmaking available
- Groups of 1-3 players can use matchmaking to make groups of 4 players via Public Operations
- Duplicate Descendants allowed
Phase 2: Solo
- Solo only
- Private Operations entry only
- Rankings calculated per Descendant
ㄴ Separate Leaderboards for Normal Descendant/Ultimate Descendant
ㄴ Leaderboards and rewards are each applied independently
Info
※ The Leaderboard will be reset after Phase 1 ends when Phase 2 begins.
※ Reward eligibility will be confirmed based on the Leaderboard rankings at the end of each Phase.
2. Ranking Criteria
- Rankings are determined by fastest clear time
- Unified Leaderboard across all platforms (PC, PS, XBOX)
- Team Leaderboards
ㄴ The same account may participate in multiple parties and hold multiple records.
ㄴ However, ranking rewards are distributed only once per account.
3. Rewards
(1) Conquest Clear Rewards
- Descendants who successfully clear Conquest Difficulty will receive a special Honor Reward once per account.
- This reward will be automatically distributed via in-game mail after clearing Conquest Difficulty.
- Weapon Skin: Tyrant's End ("Malicious Dominator" Weapon Skin)
- Name Card: Hero of the Dawn
- UI Theme: Hero of the Dawn
(2) Phase Ranking Rewards
TypePhase 1: Elite SquadPhase 2: Team & SoloEligible Recipients
Top 10 Squads at the end of Phase 1
※ Final rankings will be confirmed based on the Leaderboard at the time of the deadline.
- Top 30 Leaderboard (Team/Solo) at the end of Phase 2 First Half
- Top 30 Leaderboard (Team/Solo) at the end of Phase 2 Second Half
Distribution Date
Distributed after rankings are tallied on 09.17.2026 (Thu) 00:00 PDT
- First Half: Distributed after rankings are tallied on 10.01.2026 (Thu) 00:00 PDT
- Second Half: Distributed after rankings are tallied on 10.15.2026 (Thu) 00:00 PDT
Distribution Type
Permanent
- First Half Reward: Temporary (14-Day)
- Second Half Reward: Permanent
Reward List
[Final Ranking Reward - Permanent]
- Medal: Radiant Dawn Hero Medal
- Trophy: Trophy of Outstanding Achievement: Karel Defeat Event
- Name Card: Radiant Hero of the Dawn
- UI Theme: Radiant Hero of the Dawn
[First Half Rewards - Temporary]
- Team Ranking Top 30: Dawn Hero Medal of the Shining Squad (14-Day)
- Solo Ranking Top 30: Dawn Hero Medal per Descendant (14-Day)
[Second Half Rewards - Permanent]
- Name Card: Dazzling Hero of the Dawn
- UI Theme: Dazzling Hero of the Dawn
- Team Ranking Top 30: Dawn Hero Medal of the Shining Squad
- Solo Ranking Top 30: Dawn Hero Medal per Descendant
Guidelines
※ Final rankings will be confirmed based on the Leaderboard at the time of the deadline.
※ Even if you acquired First Half Ranking Rewards, Permanent Rewards will not be distributed if you fall outside the ranking at the end of the Second Half.
※ Conversely, even if you were outside the ranking during the First Half reward distribution, you can still acquire Permanent Rewards if you enter the rankings by the end of the Second Half.
※ Phase 1 and 2 rewards are not distributed in real time. They will be sent via in-game mail after rankings are finalized.
Ranking Run Event Precautions
- Participating in the Event via unauthorized programs, bug exploitation, or other illegitimate means is strictly prohibited.
- If activities outside the scope of normal play are detected, such as using another player's account or proxy play, reward distribution may be withdrawn.
- If conduct that undermines the fairness of the Event is detected, access to the game may be restricted in accordance with our Operation Policy.
- Even after rankings have been recorded, if improper use is detected, actions such as rank invalidation, reward retrieval, and game access restrictions may be taken. Such actions may apply to the individual player or the entire team that player belongs to.
- Even if a ranking record is invalidated due to improper use detected after the Event ends, the rewards for that rank will not be passed on to the next eligible participant.
- Depending on the type of violation, the same sanctions may apply to all Party Members.
- The Leaderboard will not be maintained after the Event ends, and individual ranking records will not be available for separate inquiry.
- We are unable to assist with any disadvantages that arise from failing to check the participation requirements and rules.
To celebrate the opening of Conquest Difficulty, a special showdown featuring popular Creators will take place.
Predict which team will conquer Karel's Mothership the fastest and earn rewards!
1. Match Format
- 09.03.2026 (Thu) 03:00 PDT
- Each team will take on Conquest Difficulty 3 times in a row
- Leaving mid-run is not allowed
- The best result out of 3 attempts will be taken as the final record
2. Detailed Schedule
SchedulePeriodVoteAfter the 08.20.2026 (Thu) update - 09.02.2026 (Wed) 07:59 PDTCreator Showdown09.03.2026 (Thu) 03:00 PDTResults Public09.03.2026 (Thu) 23:00 PDTReward Distribution09.07.2026 (Mon) 22:00 PDT
3. Event Rewards
TypeWinning Team (including Draws)Losing TeamReward
- 3-Hour Transcendent Weapon Drop Boost
- 3 Crystallization Catalysts
- 20,000,000 Gold
- 2,000,000 Kuiper Shards
- 20 Ultimate Alignment Devices
- 200 Superconductive Cooling Units
- 2-Hour Transcendent Weapon Drop Boost
- 2 Crystallization Catalysts
- 10,000,000 Gold
- 1,000,000 Kuiper Shards
- 10 Ultimate Alignment Devices
- 100 Superconductive Cooling Units
Additionally, 5 lucky Descendants who participated in the vote will be selected through a raffle to receive a Scale Figurine.
We look forward to seeing the fierce battles as you push beyond your limits, Descendants.
Prove your skills in Conquest, the ultimate difficulty for Karel's Mothership.
Thank you.