Patch Notes Hotfix v0.936.28:

Fixes & Improvements:

• Heroes assigned to quests wouldn't properly switch to raiding. This visual bug is fixed, and raid rewards will now display correctly. Questing heroes in raids will also complete their quests before assembling the raid party.
  
• A valiant effort by our heroes to explore Limbo yet again has been addressed. Heroes that were stuck are expected to return safely within 1-3 in-game days.
  
• A temporary pause issue while entering/exiting crafting stations during milestones has been resolved.
  
• A sneaky spelling error has been vanquished!

Patch Notes Hotfix v0.936.27:

Fixes & Improvements:

• Fixed a bug where Heroes would sometimes enter Limbo when dying during a Raid
  
• The player will now be notified right away if a Hero perished during a Raid
  
• Reduced Base starting Gold for Heroes
  
• Removed King's Requests as a requirement for Trade Routes if playing with the mutator to disable them - existing trade routes with this objective will be switched to different objectives
  
• Adjusted the activation cost for Resource Farms in Hardcore Difficulty
  
• Updated the Compendium
  

Patch Notes Hotfix v0.935.27:

Fixes & Improvements:

• Fixed a bug where vendors would not automatically recraft Items with an empty inventory
  
• Fixed a spelling mistake in the Compendium
  
• Adjusted the Tooltip of crafting slots to be more clear
  

Prepare for Epic Adventures: Raids Arrive!

New Quest Type: Raids

• Face the ultimate test with 6 challenging Raids, each featuring a unique boss, requirements, and legendary rewards.
  
• Assemble your most powerful party of 4 Heroes and meet the Raid's entry criteria to face the challenge.
  
• Utilize Royal Tokens to dispatch your raiding party and conquer the Raid for even greater rewards and subsequent Raids.
  
• Strategize your approach – re-roll Raid difficulty and rewards using Focus Gems for the perfect challenge.
  
• Witness your Heroes embark on their Raid – follow their progress and await their triumphant return (or face the consequences of failure!).
  
• Raids offer the ultimate rewards – legendary loot, powerful Mythical item upgrades, prestigious Medals with unique bonuses, and epic Titles for your Heroes.
  
• Conquer Raids repeatedly to test your might and acquire ever-greater spoils.
  
• Learn more about Raids with the new Compendium pages.

Unveiling Mythical Gear: A New Peak in Power

New Item Rarity: Mythical

• Ascend to new heights with Mythical Gear, the pinnacle of equipment for your Heroes.
  
• Acquire Mythical Gear exclusively from conquering Raids – Tier 4, best-in-slot equipment awaits!
  
• Mythical Gear boasts a unique colour scheme and significantly boosts your Heroes' stats.
  
• Similar to Legendary items, Mythical Gear cannot be upgraded with Regrade Stones.
  
• Crafting Mythical Gear through traditional means is extremely unlikely.

Itemization 2.0: A Refined Experience

Items 2.0 & Hero Upgrade Logic Overhaul

• We've revamped the entire item system to provide a clearer and more balanced experience.
  
• Items now accurately reflect their worth based on quality – higher quality within the same tier reigns supreme.
  
• Heroes prioritize higher quality items of previous tiers when evaluating potential upgrades, preventing illogical swaps.
  
• Item values across all tiers have been recalibrated to reflect this system. Expect broken and normal items to be less effective compared to higher quality lower-tier items, especially Epics and Legendaries.
  
• Heroes are more likely to keep Legendary gear when considering upgrades.
  
• Once Heroes surpass the 65 CR range, they become less likely to complain about their equipment altogether.
  
• Regrading has been reworked to enhance all item stats instead of adding a single new stat.
  
• A chance for partial upgrades exists – items may receive stat boosts without a quality increase, allowing for further improvement.
  
• New upgrade effects and sounds add a touch of flair to the enhancement process.
  One-handed weapons and off-hands have had their stats halved to align with their two-handed counterparts. Shields remain unaffected.

Crafting Convenience: Automatic Crafting

New Automatic Crafting Slots

• Sit back and relax with the new Automatic Crafting system!
  
• The Innkeeper and Apothecary gain crafting slots as their stations level up.
  
• Utilize these slots to automatically craft items as they are purchased, provided you have the necessary materials.
  
• Crafting triggers whenever your stock dips below 15 items, ensuring a well-supplied inventory.
  
• The crafter prioritizes crafting missing items, preventing unnecessary clutter.
  
• Reserved items for specific Heroes are taken into account, ensuring their consumables are restocked.

Embrace Your Core: Enhanced Attributes

Core Attribute Traits

• Core attributes now have a greater impact on Hero development.
  
• Each Core Attribute boasts new Traits, adding depth and strategic variety to your Hero roster.
  
• Combine these effects with Gear proficiencies to create truly unique Hero builds.
  
• Mastering team composition will be vital for conquering the new Raids!

A Fitting Conclusion: Achievements & Story

New Achievements & Plot Conclusion

• Seven new platform-specific Achievements celebrate your Raid victories.
  
• New events bring the game's story to a conclusion, complete with its own platform-specific Achievement.
  
• Existing story events have been polished for a smoother narrative flow.

Quest Dynamics & More

Quest Changes & Honorable Mentions

• New quest dynamics add a fresh layer of strategy to your quest selection.
  
• Slay quests remain the top earner for Hero XP and Gold, propelling your Heroes' growth.
  
• Gather quests offer increased material profit due to a lower listing cost, but come with slightly lower Gold and XP rewards for your Heroes.
  
• A new Threat bar keeps you informed of your proximity to a boss encounter during Slay quests.
  
• Tooltips have been updated to reflect these changes.
  
• The King has grown more patient, offering "Grace Days" when your town's reputation is "At Risk." This allows you time to recover and avoid negative consequences. Check the reputation tooltip for details.

Changes & Improvements

Crafters:

• Innkeeper and Apothecary base experience per craft has been reduced to 32/64/100 (down from 48/78/100).
  
• Potion Distilleries are no longer unique and no longer provide Debilitating Potions as bonus potions.
  
• Debilitating Potions have been removed due to redundancy and replaced with Lesser and Greater Potions of Fortune, increasing Hero's earned Gold during adventures by 25% and 50% respectively.
  
• Potions of Confidence and Resistance have received new icons due to the addition of the new potions.
  
• Lesser Potion of protection is now a tier 2 Potion up from tier 1.
  
• A new mutator allows you to adjust how many automatic Crafting slots crafters receive upon leveling up.
  
• Pop-ups for station level-up buttons are now larger and more readable.
  
• New Notifications will highlight crafters with unused perks.
  
• Improved visuals for the detail panel.
  
• Quests now display objective icons while browsing your inventory.
  
• Crafting recipes now display icons when browsing your inventory.
  
• The Weapon Master's Class Menu has improved visuals.
  
• Raid Gold rewards contribute to the Innkeeper's profit and Season Summary score.

General:

• Buttons for starting or canceling the tutorial in "Letter from Mr. George" have been swapped.
  
• Streamlined and improved tooltips throughout the game for better readability and understanding.
  
• Enhanced UI elements for improved readability and comprehension.
  
• The Hero List Menu now displays CR and current quests for Heroes in the General List.
  
• The Hero Population icon is now a button allowing you to switch between Hero Population and current town population.
  
• Improved aesthetics and performance of the Hero List Menu.
  
• The Main Menu Logo has been changed.

Gameplay:

• Trader's Mystery Box rewards have been increased, and the cost has been reduced. It now features a rare chance for a Jackpot.
  
• Increased the maximum number of Heroes that can appear in town simultaneously at different reputation levels.
  
• Legendary Imminent Threats now provide Royalty Tokens in addition to their original rewards.
  
• Holding down the ALT key (default) displays all Hero name tags. This key can be changed in the keybinds menu.
  
• A new option in the pause menu allows you to toggle the permanent display of Hero name tags.
  
• Name tags now include the Hero's class icon.
  
• Heroes automatically equip titles earned through the Medal reward system. An option to disable this feature is available in the settings menu.
  
• When a Hero levels up, a report appears in the Report Box.
  
• Improved how Heroes choose their food and potions.
  
• The effects of the INT Core Attribute on Royal Tokens have been reduced.
  
• Increased visitor approval gain from fulfilling orders. This effect decays slower as well.
  
• Changes made to previous appearances of Vera Suzuran lore.

Bug Fixes:

• Removed a comma from the Core Difficulty Settings tooltip.
  
• Fixed a bug where Hero behaviour in the Hero list wouldn't update while paused.
  
• Fixed a bug where visitors stopped spawning when the maximum number of Heroes in town was reached.
  
• Fixed a bug with the talent that provides a bonus chance to craft Legendary items.
  
• Fixed a bug where respecing a Hero sometimes resulted in higher quality Training Weapons than intended.
  
• Fixed a bug where the Hero Manager wouldn't display the Hero with the lowest CR accurately.
  
• Fixed a bug where Normal (Blue) Threats sometimes penalized the player more than intended.
  
• Fixed a bug during crafting that caused players to receive the wrong amount of items.
  
• Fixed a bug where Heroes weren't receiving extra Gold while questing off-screen.
  
• Fixed a bug where the Trade Route tooltip displayed incorrect information.
  
• Fixed various minor bugs.

Raids & Party Formation:

Hero Customization & Progression Revamp:

Automatic Crafting for Consumables:

Core Attribute Changes:

New Achievements & Story Conclusion:

Important Notice:

More to Come:

Next Update:

Review Roundup:

• Trade Routes: The recently introduced trade routes are a big step towards reducing micromanagement. These routes allow you to automatically stock your equipment vendors, ensuring your heroes have the gear they need to conquer any foe.
  
• Daily Quests: Focus on the bigger picture with daily quests! This feature lets you automatically post new quests as your heroes complete them, keeping your quest board full of fresh challenges.
  
• Crafting Templates: Crafting is a cornerstone of A Hero's Rest, and we've made it easier than ever with crafting templates. Now you can create and save your favorite equipment designs for effortless crafting.
  
• Custom Difficulty: The Mutator System lets you tailor your experience within the game. Whether you crave a challenging test of your skills or a more relaxed playstyle, the Mutator System empowers you to craft your ideal journey.

A Glimpse into the Future (Patch v0.9):

• Automated Refill for Consumables: Say goodbye to empty shelves! Patch v0.9 introduces crafting slots for the Innkeeper and Apothecary. Assign them specific recipes, and they'll automatically craft a set number of items to keep your stock brimming. Focus on your Heroes and their adventures, not your inventory!
  
• Party & Dungeons: A New Challenge Awaits! Prepare for epic adventures in v0.9! Dungeons are coming! Challenging group encounters designed to test the mettle of your most seasoned heroes. Equip your heroes for battle and face down formidable foes for legendary rewards!
  
• Quality of Life Improvements:
  
  
  
  • Enhanced UI Tooltips: Get the information you need, faster! Patch v0.9 brings improved tooltips across the board, offering clearer explanations of gameplay mechanics and features. No more hunting for details – make informed decisions with a quick glance!
    
  • Boosted Rewards: Get more out of your adventures! Patch v0.9 increases the rewards you earn from various activities. Expect faster progress and a more rewarding experience overall!
    
  • And More!

Stay tuned for more!

New Features:

• Show Your Prowess with Boss Rewards: Conquering fearsome Bosses now grants you more than just bragging rights! Each Boss will award a unique Medal, bestowing your Hero with permanent passive buffs that will solidify their place as a legend in your roster.
  
  
• Earn Epic Titles: Flaunt your Heros' accomplishments by displaying the new Title your Heroes earn for defeating each Boss, making your Hero a true force to be reckoned with!
  
  
• Craft Your Challenge: Unleash the New Difficulty System! The reins are in your hands! The revamped "New Game" screen allows you to personalize your experience. Select your base difficulty and shape it further with over 15+ Mutators. Want a faster-paced adventure? Amp up the exprience gains! Craving a tactical test? Activate "No Survival chance" for the ultimate challenge! Existing saves remain untouched, with their difficulty settings reflected in the new system.
  

Changes & Improvements:

• Mutator Transparency: Inspect your currently active Mutators with ease! A dedicated menu lets you review their effects while the game is paused.
  
  
• Red Mist Intensifies: The whispers grow louder as you delve deeper into the uncharted territories. The Red Mist's insidious effects intensify with each escalating difficulty, testing the resolve of even the most seasoned explorers. This adds a thrilling layer of challenge for those who crave the ultimate test of courage.
  
• Silence the Grumbling: Hero protests are now part of the ambient soundscape, creating a more immersive experience. You can also finally silence their frustrations completely with a new option in the Settings Menu.
  
• Navigation Made Easy: We've streamlined the Hero Manager for smoother switching between class and Hero management modes. Accessing Hero information feels effortless now.
  
• New Menus, New Possibilities: Dedicated menus have been added to both the Hero List and Hero Sheet, allowing you to effortlessly inspect and equip your Boss-earned Titles.
  
• Compendium Chronicles: All relevant Compendium pages have been updated to reflect the latest changes and additions.

Bug Fixes:

• Templates have been fixed: A bug affecting Heroes not purchasing class-specific templates due to skill updates has been resolved. Remember to re-save your templates after this patch to apply the fix.
  
• Trade Routes Back on Track: Trade completion times have been adjusted to their intended value, ensuring a smooth flow of resources.
  
• King's Call Heeded: A bug preventing the King's Requests event from appearing in corrupted saves has been squashed. Your loyalty will always be recognized!
  
• Grass Patch Persists: Rest assured, your carefully landscaped patches will remain untouched across save and load cycles.

Holiday Event

Play during the Holiday Event to unlock holiday-themed Items:

Halloween Event

Play during the Halloween Event to unlock the following Items:

• Limited-Time Halloween-Themed Items:
  
  
  
  • New Exterior Decorations: Carved Pumpkins, Spooky Tree Lantern, Wrought Iron Fence
    
  • New Interior Decorations: Candle-lit Pumpkin, Assortment of Jars