[General Changes] Added the "Memory Lane" map where players can re-experience some of the most nostalgic moments from early MapleStory days. Player inventory size increased by 10 slots across all tabs. Channel capacity has been increased by 15% due to increasing player demands. Updated server uptime mechanics, reducing unexpected maintenance by 20%. [New Features] Introduced the "Royalty Points" system. Players can earn Royalty Points from various in-game activities and use them to redeem exclusive MapleRoyals items. Added a new 'Retro Boss Arena' where players can challenge old versions of bosses with modernized rewards. The "Time Capsule" event has been launched. Players can send messages to their future selves, to be opened a year from the sending date. [Job and Skill Adjustments] Warriors: "Retro Smash": New skill that allows players to perform a powerful attack reminiscent of the classic Warrior attack animations. Defensive stance’s damage reduction increased from 25% to 30%. Magicians: "Mana Merge": Newly introduced passive skill which allows Magicians to regenerate MP faster when under 30% of their max MP. Teleport distance increased by 15%. Bowmen: Arrow rain’s damage increased by 10% but hits 1 fewer enemy. "Bullseye": New passive that increases critical rate by 5% for each consecutive hit on the same enemy (max 5 stacks). Thieves: Haste’s speed increase has been boosted by 5%. "Shadow Partner": Now also mimics supportive skills at 50% effectiveness. Pirates: "Anchor Swing": Pirates now have a new skill, swinging a massive anchor to knock back enemies. Dash's animation has been enhanced for smoother gameplay. [Map and NPC Changes] "Kerning City Retro Mall" has been added, showcasing old-school Maple fashion for purchase. New NPC "Roy the Historian" gives daily quests related to MapleStory's lore and history. Hidden Street maps have a 5% higher spawn rate and now have a small chance to drop "Memory Fragments" used in the new Royalty Points system. [Quality of Life Improvements] Trade requests now have a cooldown to prevent trade-spamming. Players can now set “Do Not Disturb” status for 10, 30, or 60 minutes. UI updates for smoother navigation, including a revamped quest window. [Bug Fixes] Resolved an issue where certain items would not appear in inventory after trade. Fixed an animation glitch with the "Nostalgic Dance" emote. Players no longer get stuck in the "Sleepywood Sauna" entrance. Thank you for your continued support, Maplers! We're excited to see everyone diving into these updates and taking a trip down memory lane. Happy Mapling!
