Expansion · Pinnacle Prelude | New 2nd Jobs and Classic GVG Make Their Grand Debut!

Since the OBT launch of Ragnarok: The New World, Adventurers have witnessed countless moments of growth and glory across Midgard. Now, Midgard is set to welcome its first major expansion, 「Pinnacle Prelude」, this August! This expansion will unlock the highly anticipated new Job branches 「Crusader」 and 「Monk」. The cross-server competition 「War of Kings」 will also begin, while the long-awaited classic GVG mode 「Siege War」 reignites the flames of battle. Six major features are arriving together—bringing not only a leap in combat power, but also a competitive celebration of honor and strategy!

Meanwhile, the official top-tier RO tournament created by Gravity, 「Legend Cup」, will launch its Fate Imprint format in August. The tournament features a guaranteed cash prize pool of up to US$1.01 million, with no upper limit on the total prize amount. Stay tuned for upcoming tournament features and a dedicated announcement containing full event details!

Core Highlight 1: New 2nd Job Branches—Crusader and Monk Arrive

The highly anticipated Job roster is receiving an epic expansion! The new Swordman branch 「Crusader」 and the new Acolyte branch 「Monk」 will officially set foot in Midgard. One was born to protect, while the other lives to fight. A brand-new tactical landscape is about to take shape!

● Shield of Holy Light · Ironclad Bulwark—Crusader: As the absolute core tank of the Team, Crusaders are the most dependable shield for their allies. They can bear fatal damage in their companions' place in the name of holy light, while also unleashing powerful, wide-range Holy attacks. On the battlefield, they stand as an unyielding banner, illuminating every dark corner with holy light!

● Martial Arts Master · Combo Domination—Monk: Monks pursue the ultimate cultivation of body and mind, making them fearsome masters of single-target burst damage. With masterful combat combos and mighty instant energy blasts, they can shatter a target's defenses in the blink of an eye. Once their fists begin to fly, victory is already decided!

※The skill values and detailed event rules above are subject to the actual in-game content.

Core Highlight 2: GVG Siege War Begins—Guilds Assemble, the Flames of War Reignite

Do you remember the days and nights when you fought before the castle walls for the glory of your Guild? The classic RO mode 「Siege War」 makes its triumphant return, with the first battle beginning on August 16!

● Guilds Assemble · The Flames of War Reignite: Thirteen castles of different tiers will open across the Prontera region for Guilds to contest. Each Guild must begin its campaign by selecting a castle tier suited to its strength, advance through successive challenges, and ultimately launch an assault on the prestigious Tier 1 castles!

● Tactical Competition · Battle of Strategies: The battlefield introduces extensive tactical interactions. Defenders can hold their ground using ground spikes and traps, while attackers can launch assaults with mecha and turrets. Whether charging into the fray or providing logistical support, every member can earn Battlefield Points through a variety of actions and win personal rewards!

● Crowned in Glory · Abundant Rewards: Guilds that successfully occupy a castle will earn valuable spoils, including exclusive Mount Shards, access to the Castle Lord's Room, and exclusive dungeon privileges. They will also have a chance to obtain unbound Cards when challenging dungeon BOSSes!

※The detailed rules and reward values above are subject to the in-game rules.

Core Highlight 3: War of Kings Begins—Clash at the Summit, Cross-Server Supremacy

No longer confined to a single server, elite warriors from across all servers will assemble for the ultimate showdown! Rally your companions and fight for glory!

● Clash at the Summit · Cross-Server Supremacy: Eager to test yourself against even stronger opponents? War of Kings officially begins on August 15! Break through server boundaries and assemble elite Teams from every server for a higher level of competition!

● Strategic Confrontation · Brains and Bravery: War of Kings features solo and squad formats, including 1V1, 3V3, and 5V5. These matches will put each Team's formations and Job coordination to the ultimate test, with every battle challenging both your composure and mechanical skill.

● Crowned in Glory · Leading the Pinnacle: Challenge the highest honor! The champion Team will receive the exclusive medal 「Dome Radiance」, making its name resound across every server!

※The detailed rules and reward values above are subject to the in-game rules.

Core Highlight 4: Lv.75 Shadow Gear & Final Mirage—Break the Limits, Transform Your Power

The new 「Shadow Gear」 system is now open! Hone your damage-dealing skills and challenge the 「Final Mirage」 dungeon to obtain Shadow Gear and other rare resources, opening a path toward even greater power!

● Final Mirage · Ultimate Damage Trial: The new high-difficulty dungeon 「Final Mirage」 supports Teams of 1-5 players. Within the time limit, players must continuously push their damage ceiling against powerful BOSSes. Higher damage ratings grant more abundant core development materials and rewards, making this the ultimate proving ground for Team coordination and mechanical mastery!

● Shadow Gear · Diverse Build Strategies: Through attribute amplification, Reroll, and Exchange mechanics, the Lv.75 Shadow Gear system provides a comprehensive leap in core combat power while offering richer attribute build strategies for players of different styles!

※The detailed rules and reward values above are subject to the in-game rules.

Core Highlight 5: Sea Breeze Adventure Season Limited-Time Event—Midsummer Celebration, More Rewards

The midsummer sea breeze sweeps across Midgard as 「Sea Breeze Adventure Season」 begins for a limited time! Multiple events will launch together, with abundant rewards accompanying you through a refreshing summer!

● Midsummer Check-In · Seven Days of Rewards: During the event, log in every day to claim check-in rewards. Surprises await across all seven consecutive days, letting you begin a colorful midsummer adventure with ease!

● Sunny Sea Whispers · Multiple Blessings: During the event, log in every day to receive a Blessing BUFF and comprehensively improve your adventuring efficiency!

● Golden Windfall · Share the Starstone Prize Pool: Purchase a Fortune Lottery Ticket to participate. Lucky Adventurers can share the prize pool of Bound Rune Starstones according to the corresponding proportion, while all other Adventurers will receive Gold Coin rewards!

● Summer Adventure Handbook: Complete missions to unlock progress rewards, ensuring every adventure brings something valuable!

※The event schedule, detailed rules, and rewards above are subject to the actual in-game content.

Core Highlight 6: Gift Feature Upgrade—No Location Restrictions, Reduced Point Costs

The Gift feature is receiving a comprehensive upgrade! Break free from location restrictions, unlock Privilege discounts, and announce valuable gifts server-wide, ensuring that every heartfelt gesture receives the recognition it deserves!

● Gift Freely · No Location Restrictions: Face-to-Face Gift no longer requires both players to be in the same location. No matter where either player is, simply tap the other player's avatar to send a gift, making it easier and more convenient to share your appreciation with friends!

● Privilege Boost · Reduced Point Costs: Once the receiving Adventurer activates a Privilege Pass, the Gifted Points consumed when sending a gift will be reduced by a certain percentage, providing an even more valuable gifting experience!

● Valuable Gifts · Witnessed Server-Wide: Sending a valuable item will trigger a World Announcement and channel announcement, presenting your precious gesture in grand fashion for every Adventurer on the server to witness together!

※The detailed rules, applicable scope, and discount percentage above are subject to the actual in-game content.

To thank everyone for your continued support and patience, we will distribute the following preview rewards today:

● Elemental Crystal Chest*10、Pet Tag*10、Vintage Card Book*2、Adventure Coin*100000

● Mail Expiration: 2026-08-06 23:59:59

● Eligibility: All characters created before 2026-08-06 00:00

Ragnarok: The New World Operations Team