Echo of Soul Summer Patch Update

Summer Event: A Tropical Getaway

Discover New Islands

The summer event introduces a brand-new map with daily and repeatable quests. This map features two distinct islands: Manta Reef and Watermelon Island. Watermelon Island is accessible only when the water recedes, opening every hour for 30 minutes (e.g., open from 9:00 to 9:30, closed from 9:30 to 10:00, and so on). To travel there, speak to the Watermelon Island Entry Staff NPC.

Meet the Pori Tribe

This exotic area is home to the peaceful Pori tribe, who despise violence. As a result, you must leave your weapons in your inventory, and Smart Matching functions will be disabled during your stay. One notable tribe member, Dig Duv, can be found in the main cities: Mnemos Town, Ignea, Rimen, and Laterna. Speak to Dig Duv to visit the new islands.

Get Your Swimsuit Ready

Before heading to the beach, you'll need a swimsuit. You can obtain one from the Season 3 Magic Lamps or by completing Dig Duv’s quests. Completing these quests rewards you with Manta Reef Coins, which can be exchanged for various items, including the new Coconut Crab pet. Additionally, you can unlock three new achievements: "Pinch Me, I’m Dreaming!" (Misc./Pet), "Nowhere to Run" (Event), and "Duck, Dodge, Dive… D’oh" (Event).

Enjoy the Island Activities

You can explore the island on foot or use your mount. Complete quests, participate in mini-games, and interact with the Pori tribe to make your stay unforgettable. Note that all summer event-related items will be deleted once the event ends on August 19th, 23:59 GMT+2/5:59 PM EDT, except for costumes, pets, Manta Reef currency (which can be saved for next year), achievements, titles, and Prismatic Water Balloons.

Content Updates

Raid Entry Count Update

• Dryad Forest Raid: You can now enter this raid three times per week, and ten times per week on Practice mode.

Daily Login Rewards

• Updated Rewards: The daily login rewards have been refreshed to offer new incentives.

Season 3 Magic Lamps

• New Items: Season 3 Magic Lamps are available in the Cash Shop, via the Magic Egg Merchant, and through the “Hard Knock Life” and “School of Hard Knocks” quests. New items include the "Rain Cloud" mount, the "Hermit Crab" storage-pet, new summer costumes, the Baleful Set, and the "Junior Promethean" pet.

Party Member Kicking System

• Voting System: Any party member can now suggest kicking another member. A voting window will appear, allowing players to state the reason for the vote. The person initiating the vote and the subject of the vote cannot participate in the voting process. A player will be kicked only if the majority votes "Yes."

World Map Transparency

• Adjustable Transparency: You can now change the map’s transparency by opening the World Map (M) and adjusting the slider at the top.

New Dungeon Modes

• Legendary Mode: Available for Promethean Giant’s Hideout and Woods of Despair party dungeons via Smart Matching or teleporters in Augur’s Chancel in Ignea. Requires equipment level 790+ and is limited to four entries per week.
• Infinite Solo Dungeon Stage 3: Accessible via Smart Matching or teleporters in Augur’s Chancel in Ignea. Requires equipment level 560+.
• Infinite Party Dungeon Stage 4: Accessible via Smart Matching or teleporters in Augur’s Chancel in Ignea. Requires equipment level 790+.

New NPCs

• Clockwork Quarter in Ignea: New NPCs include the Stage 4 Infinium Merchant and Stage 4 Equipment Trader.

Magic Eggs in Cash Shop

• Usage Update: You can now use your magic eggs in the cash shop.

Bug Fixes

• Daily Quests: The Daily Quests given by the NPC “Rose” for profession level 421 are now fixed.
• Stackable Healing Items: Crafted healing items are now stackable up to 50.
• Equipment Trade: You can now trade your level 78 equipment for level 81 equipment via the Stage 1 Equipment Trader NPC.

Interesting Stats

• Player Engagement: According to a 2022 report by Statista, the number of online gamers worldwide is expected to reach 1.3 billion by 2025.
• In-Game Purchases: A 2021 survey by Newzoo revealed that free-to-play games, like Echo of Soul, account for 78% of digital games revenue.

Enjoy your time in Echo of Soul!