Onmyoji Arena December 29th 2023 Update Patch Notes

The Onmyoji Arena December 22nd 2023 Update sees new shikigami Wukong make his debut on the Heian-kyo battlefield.

Time to embark on a quest across distant seas to seek enlightenment. The all-new expansion True Consciousness Evolved: Glorious Rebirth is now officially live!

True Consciousness Evolved: Glorious Rebirth will conclude at 8:00 PM on December 29th 2023/2023! After the final battle, Wukong, who has found the ultimate truth and undergone a rebirth, will officially arrive in Heian-kyo. Prepare to meet him!

Brand new mode Cute Pair-up is here! Come and try it out with your gaming buddy!

The preparation for the 6th anniversary celebration of Heian-kyo is completed. Festive events such as Six Years, A New Beginning, 6th Anniversary Scroll, and Glorious Rebirth are in full swing. Participate to receive anniversary gifts like Epic Skins and Auspicious Daruma!

The “Giveaway” offer is back! Log in for our 6th Anniversary and receive gifts such as Free Skin Shop “Wish” Voucher, Shikigami “Giveaway”, and Epic Skin 50% Off Coupon! Enjoy the festivities and companionship!

New Shikigami

Wukong

Where dark thoughts rise, chaos invades the mortal realm.

Destiny is inescapable, and the truth is hidden in a corner of the mind.

Illusionary nightmares cycle through the six realms.

The only way out is to pursue the essence of one’s heart.

Ability 1: Cudgel’s Protection

Active Effect: Wukong swings his golden cudgel, damaging nearby enemies and restoring his own HP. Afterward, he smashes the cudgel down on the nearby lowest-HP target, damaging enemies within range.

Passive Effect: Wukong accumulates Warth when hitting enemies with basic attacks or abilities. Once his Warth is full, this ability evolves into Cudgel Assault, damaging enemies in a selected area.

Ability 2: Divine Traverse

Wukong charges in a designated direction, dealing damage to enemies in his path and gaining Warth. After that, his next few basic attacks have increased speed, with the first one inflicting a Slow effect.

Ability 3: Cloud-Splitter

Wukong gains the Control-immune effect and damage reduction while gazing. Using abilities during this time grants various effects:

Ability 1: Wukong smashes his golden cudgel in a designated direction, damaging units within range and gaining Warth (The longer the gaze, the greater the attack range and damage). At full Warth, Wukong releases all Warth to launch a powerful strike for area damage, while also gaining Warth.

Ability 2: Wukong charges in a designated direction with a Buddha’s Image, damaging and slowing enemies in his path while gaining Warth (The longer the gaze, the greater the charge distance and Slow effect).

Ability 3: Wukong enlarges his golden cudgel and smashes it down, damaging and stunning enemies within range while gaining Warth. (The longer the gaze, the greater the smash range and Stun duration).

Ultimate Ability: Sage’s Might

Wukong rides on his cloud to a designated area. After a brief delay, he descends from the sky, inflicting damage and a Knockup effect on enemies, while summoning monkeys to fight alongside him. The monkeys continuously attack nearby enemies, inflicting damage and a Slow effect.

Trait: Shapeshift

When Wukong’s HP falls to a low level, he can use Shapeshift to gain a clone, becoming invisible and transforming into the nearest unit. The transformation ends upon receiving damage or using an ability again.

Rebirth: Wukong can attain enlightenment by killing enemy shikigami or large monsters. Once the enlightenment progress reaches 100%, it triggers the final quest. Succeeding in the challenge allows Wukong to attain enlightenment and a chance at rebirth. Upon being sealed again, he can trigger rebirth, restoring his HP to 90%. (During the enlightenment process, each time Wukong is sealed, the progress decreases).

New Duo Game Mode

The brand new fun brawl mode Cute Pair-up is now live!

In this mode, six onmyoji will be divided into three teams of two to fight in a brawl for their cute pets.

In the brawl, survival is the ultimate goal. Getting sealed isn’t the end: Each team has three resurrections per round, with extra resurrections gained after defeating the first opponent in each round.

As the game progresses, onmyoji will receive powerful pet blessings, and various combinations of shikigami often yield unexpected results.

New Skins

Daruma Blessing – New Royal Skin

Availability: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to April 25th 2024

Taishakuten’s royal skin An Ancient Dream, Nekomata’s royal skin Full Speed, and Bakekujira’s royal skin Emblazon – Rainbow will be available for a limited time during the event. Exchange for these skins to get the corresponding avatar frames (Exchanging for An Ancient Dream additionally grants the exclusive Custom Button – An Ancient Dream). Don’t miss out!

After this update, the Daruma prize pool will have more skins. We’ve reset the unseal preview status, cumulative draw count, corresponding prize claim statuses, and item exchange numbers.

Anniversary Exclusive Skin Ocean’s Abundance

Availability: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to February 22nd 2024

Lord Arakawa’s anniversary series skin Ocean’s Abundance will be available at the skin store for a limited time after the maintenance on December 29th 2023. Purchase it during the first week to enjoy 30% off! Also, Lord Arakawa’s Ocean’s Abundance skin exclusive Custom Button – Ocean’s Abundance will be available on December 29th 2023 at Shop – General, priced at 148 Jade. Don’t miss out!

New skin Shadow – Zero Reboot Preorder

Event Period: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to January 4th 2024

Hone Onna’s OPL exclusive skin Shadow – Zero Reboot is now available for a limited-time preorder! Pay 60 Jade during the event to participate in the Shadow – Zero Reboot preorder and instantly receive a Shadow – Zero Reboot 7-Day Trial Voucher, Shadow – Zero Reboot Skin Token Voucher x6, exclusive avatar frames, 10-Day Pact: Hone Onna, and more. Plus, completing quests additionally grants Shadow – Zero Reboot Skin Token Voucher x6, saving up to 120 Jade.

Returning Skins

Lush Fantasy – Returning Skin

Availability: December 29th 2023 to January 25th 2024

Chin’s 5th anniversary exclusive skin Incense Remnant and Taishakuten’s Painting of a Thousand Rivers series skin Mindful Dreaming are making a limited-time return to the skin store from December 29th 2023 to January 25th 2024. Don’t miss out! Meanwhile, Chin’s Incense Remnant skin exclusive Custom Button – Incense Remnant will be available on December 29th 2023 at Shop – General, priced at 148 Jade!

Starlit Night Celebration

Event Period: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to 2/8/2024

Celebratory Skin Selection Pack (open to select one from the following skins: Onikiri – Binary Fugue, Yoto Hime – Swordmaiden, Menreiki – Operatic, Inugami – Red Lion, or Aoandon – Night Lights), Yamakaze’s OPL exclusive skin Brilliant Haze, and Hannya’s exclusive skin Carp Lustre have been added to Starlit Night Celebration. Come join the event and use event items to exchange for these limited-time skins!

Latest Events

True Consciousness Evolved: Rebirth

The Serpent Demon wreaks havoc, and the realm is in peril. Time to embark on a quest across distant seas to seek enlightenment. The major world event True Consciousness Evolved: Glorious Rebirth will culminate in a final battle on December 29th 2023 at 8:00 PM! Participate in the event to witness Wukong’s evolution and rebirth.

The Peach Grove Foot Shop opens for exchange on December 29th 2023 at 8:00 PM. There will be a chance to earn the new character Wukong, unowned epic skins, 50% Off Battle Pass, Auspicious Daruma, and various unique resources. Don’t miss these rare rewards!

6th Anniversary Celebration Blessing

Event Period: December 29th 2023 19:30 – February 25th 2024

For your enjoyment of the 6th anniversary celebration, Sakurako has prepared special gifts for all onmyoji: Free Skin Shop “Wish” Voucher x1, Shikigami “Giveaway” x3, and Epic Skin 50% Off Coupon x1. Log in during the event to claim these gifts via mail.

6th Anniversary Scroll

Event Period: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to January 25th 2024

During the event, complete scroll quests to unlock key event illustrations and claim rewards including the 6th Anniversary: Scales of the Deep avatar frame, Unowned Shikigami Chest, Broadcast Theme: Six Amazing Years, 6th Anniversary: Green Waves Expression, and more. Also, unlocking all chapters grants Auspicious Daruma x1.

Pet Paradise

Event Period: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to January 14th 2024

New fun mode Cute Pair-Up is live! During the event, complete daily quests to claim rewards such as Lucky Dice, Prayer Ema, and Mystery Voucher. Also, participate in a designated number of Cute Pair-Up matches to get an exclusive event avatar frame!

Grand Rebates

Event Period: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to January 4th 2024

“During the event, you will be able to purchase the shikigami and their corresponding designated skins that the Champion team used in the Finals at a 30% discount.

Ootakemaru, Ungaikyo, Orochi, Kinnara, Shouzu, Heron’s Melody, Lunar Tide, Oceanic · Whale Spout, Student·Childhood Dream, Constellated Dream, Nostalgic Memories, First Ray, Moonlight Serenade, Blazing Reflections, Everlasting Soul, Spring Sakura, Dreamy Song of Sea, Ghostly Box”

Champion Lineup Discount (China server-only)

Event Period: December 29th 2023 to April 1st 2024

“During the event, you will be able to purchase the shikigami and their corresponding designated skins that the Champion team used in the Finals at a 30% discount.

Inky Glamor

Event Period: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to February 1st 2024

The brand new Inky Glamor series Spell Effect theme will become available for a limited time! The brand new Healing Effect – Vernal Grace Spell Effect will become available for a limited time. Onmyojis can go to Shop – General – Customize or the Inky Glamor event page to purchase it for 338 Jade. An 8.8% discount will be offered for the first week, lowering the price to 298 Jade. Meanwhile, Seasons Gift Box: Ice on Fish and Seasons Gift Box: Camellias Bloom are back for a limited time. Also, don’t miss out on the Seeker and Corrode Spell Effects!

Value Deal Exclusive

Event Period: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to January 25th 2024

During the event, spend 60 Jade to purchase one of the following rare skins: Tesso’s Takoyaki Fun, Ungaikyo’s Blazing Reflections, Yamakaze’s Winter’s Blade, Yuki’s Snowy Winter, Shishio’s Sea Dragon, or Kamaitachi’s Summer Sceneries.

Special Offer Packs

Event Period: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to January 25th 2024

During the event, Special Offer Daruma Pack, Special Offer Skin Token Pack, and Special Offer Coin Pack will be available for a limited time. Don’t miss out!

Dazzling Treasure

Event Period: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to January 25th 2024

Dazzling Treasure prizes are better than ever! During the event, if your recharge amount meets the requirements, you can get rewards including Skin Tokens, Prayer Ema, Auspicious Daruma, Evolved Form Amulet, Return Cursed Seal, Rare Avatar Frame, and other rewards!

Limited-time Freebies

Event Period: December 29th 2023 after maintenance to January 4th 2024

During the event, all shikigami will be available in the various battle modes (including crossover characters) (except for Ranked Matches for tier Challenger or higher and Heian-kyo Showdown). All fun modes are available without time restrictions. Onmyoji, enjoy the battles to your heart’s content!

Balance Adjustments

Komatsu

Komatsu is somewhat weak at the moment. In particular, her Ability 1 has a significant power difference between enhanced and non-enhanced states. Meanwhile, due to her cooldown restrictions, she can’t flexibly choose to enter her enhanced state. Thus, we’ve adjusted her Ability 1, which now has two states: Full Effort and Relaxed. Under Relaxed, hitting enemies with basic attacks and abilities restores her AP. Under Full Effort, Komatsu can consume AP to perform an enhanced basic attack, allowing her to maintain high damage output in team fights for as long as her AP allows.

Ability 1: Pine Cone Clap

Adjustment: Tap to switch Komatsu between Full Effort and Relaxed states.

Relaxed: Hitting enemies with abilities restores AP.

Full Effort: Consume AP for powerful attacks.

Kanko

With the new item for marksman-type Shikigami, Kanko has become quite strong. We’ve slightly reduced his area damage to offer a more balanced combat experience.

Ultimate Ability: Bamboo Blast

Damage per barrage of projectiles reduced from 40/125/210 (+40% Attack) to 40/115/190 (+35% Attack).

Kaoru

With the new item for marksman-type Shikigami, Kaoru’s suppressive power has become excessive. Her Ultimate Ability could deal massive damage and quickly seal enemy Shikigami, so we reduced its damage.

Ultimate Ability: Come On, Owly!

Damage per feather reduced from 65/132.5/200 (+60% Attack) to 60/120/180 (+55% Attack) .

Momiji

Currently, Momiji’s power is limited in the early to mid-game but becomes difficult to counter in the late game due to her high damage and unavoidable ultimate. Thus, we’ve rebalanced Momiji to make sure she can roam and support faster in the early game while not being overly oppressive later.

Ability 2: Maple Note

Cooldown adjusted from 11/10.5/10/9.5/9s to a fixed 10s.

Damage ratio against non-shikigami units iadjusted from 165%/172.5%/180%/187.5%/195% to 185%.

Ultimate Ability: Maple Dance

Damage adjusted from 100/175/250 (+30% Ability Power) to 110/175/240 (+27.5% Ability Power).

Shiranui

Shiranui currently has low survivability, so we’ve increased the healing from her Ability 2 Ashen Night to improve her performance in battle.

Ability 2: Ashen Night

Healing on hit increased from 29/41/53/65/77 (+20% Ability Power) to 40/52.5/65/77.5/90 (+35% Ability Power).

Healing limit increased from 87/123/159/195/231 (+60% Ability Power) to 120/157.5/195/232.5/270 (+70% Ability Power).

Momo

Following the last update, we observed an increase in the importance of Momo’s basic abilities in gameplay, which aligns with our expectations. However, Momo is a bit too strong at the moment, especially with the long immobilization duration of her Ability 3 Blossom Illusion in the late game. We understand that significant changes to this ability would fundamentally alter its control mechanics. Thus, we’ve only slightly reduced the immobilization duration of Blossom Illusion in the late game and reduced the healing effect of her Ability 1 Flower Fragrance to moderate her overall power.

Ability 1: Flower Fragrance

Base healing of Healing Blossom reduced from 45/67.5/90/112.5/135 (+25% Ability Power) to 45/62.5/80/97.5/115 (+25% Ability Power).

Ability 3: Blossom Illusion

Immobilization duration reduced from 1.2/1.35/1.5/1.65/1.8s to 1.2/1.275/1.35/1.425/1.5s.

Aobozu

Currently, both forms of Aobozu have their shortcomings. In Buddha’s Heart Form, his durability and control are lacking, while in Demonbane Form, his late-game performance is severely hampered by Corruption. Often, even after his abilities have cooled down, he needs extended periods to accumulate Corruption through his Ability 1 Meditation to sustain his ability combo. In this update, we’ll enhance the damage reduction during Meditation and the Stun and Slow duration of his Ultimate Ability Everything is Empty, thus bolstering Aobozu’s survival and control capabilities in Buddha’s Heart Form. In addition, we’ll increase the Corruption recovery speed during Meditation to accelerate Aobozu’s ability combo speed in Demonbane Form in the mid to late game.

Buddha’s Heart Form

Ability 1: Meditation

Damage reduction during chanting increased from 10%/12.5%/15%/17.5%/20% to 10%/15%/20%/25%/30%.

Ultimate Ability: Everything Is Empty

Stun and Slow duration increased from 1.2/1.35/1.5s to 1.4/1.6/1.8s.

Demonbane Form

Ability 1: Meditation

Time to fully recover Corruption reduced from 1.75s to 1.5s.

Mushishi

Mushishi, known for her prolonged untargetable state, offers a unique experience in combat. This adjustment aims to significantly enhance the gameplay experience for the allied Shikigami she possesses while ensuring Mushishi isn’t too powerful for her opponents to counter. Firstly, we hope to increase her healing and shielding capabilities to improve the experience for the marksman-type Shikigami she possesses during the bottom-laning phase. Secondly, for those combating Mushishi, the Haste effect of her basic abilities is powerful and has a short cooldown, which allows her to quickly flee the battlefield with the possessed Shikigami, leading to a less satisfying combat experience. Therefore, we’ve reduced the Haste effect of her Ability 3 Butterfly Shelter. In terms of damage, her Ability 2 Returning Butterfly dealt excessive damage during the laning phase and could inflict damage multiple times in a short period to the same target, leading to a poor experience for the damage’s recipient. Hence, we’ve increased the damage interval of Returning Butterfly for the same target and reduced its damage in the early game. To compensate on the damage front, we’ve enhanced the Ability Power bonus in the late game.

Ability 2: Returning Butterfly

HP restored per stack of Insect Trace increased from 8/14/20/26/32 (+12.5% Ability Power) to 8/16/24/32/40 (+15% Ability Power).

Damage adjusted from 80/140/200/260/320 (+60% Ability Power) to 60/125/190/255/320 (+75% Ability Power).

The damage interval for the same target increased from 0.2s to 0.5s.

Ability 3: Butterfly Shelter

Shield provided increased from 100/155/210/265/320 (+70% Ability Power) to 120/180/240/300/360 (+75% Ability Power).

Haste effect reduced from 30%/32.5%/35%/37.5%/40% to 15%/17.5%/20%/22.5%/25%.

Adjustments and Improvements

Improved the performance of Shuten Doji at full Madness.

Free Shikigami Lineup Adjustments

Onmyoji Arena will change the lineup of the limited-time free Shikigami at 5:00 AM on 01/01. The new free Shikigami will be Miketsu, Tenjo Kudari, Vampira, Furi, Orochi, Kingyo, Hououga, and Yoto Hime.

Onmyoji who own the God of Fortune Month Pact will have the additional free Shikigami, Ebisu and Kainin.

Of these Shikigami, Yoto Hime has a difficulty of Hard. Onmyoji who have been in Heian-kyo for less than 7 days can’t use her in battle for free.

December 29th 2023 Update Patch Notes