Alright, listen up, Agents! Big news just dropped from the City of Eridu, and honestly, my fingers are still tingling from the update buzz. As a long-time proxy who's seen my fair share of Hollow raids and Bangboo shenanigans, I can tell you this: the upcoming version 1.2 is shaping up to be something else. We're talking about a major shake-up in the roster, and the rumor mill is churning out some seriously spicy details. According to the latest whispers from the dataminers over at Flying Flame, we might be getting our hands on the A-Rank agent Lucy for absolutely free. Yeah, you heard that right—free. No Signal Searches, no grinding for Polychromes, just pure, unadulterated tactical firepower landing straight in our squads if we play our cards right during the upcoming event. It feels like the devs are throwing us a bone, and honestly, after that last Hollow run, we could all use a win.

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So, let's break down the deets. Version 1.2 is slated to drop next month, and the banner schedule is already looking like a who's who of New Eridu's finest. The update will roll out in two distinct phases, each bringing a fresh batch of Agents to recruit. Here’s the lowdown on who’s coming:

Phase 1 (Starting September 25):

  • Caesar King (S-Rank): The big man himself, likely bringing some serious physical or Ether damage to the table.

  • Soukaku (A-Rank): A familiar face returning to the spotlight.

  • Lucy (A-Rank): The star of our freebie rumor, expected to be the event reward.

Phase 2 (Mid-October):

  • Burnice White (S-Rank): A brand-new Fire-wielding DPS specialist. 🔥

  • Piper (A-Rank): Another new A-Rank joining the fray.

  • Billy (A-Rank): Completing the trio for the second banner.

It’s fascinating to see so many of these new faces, like Caesar and Burnice, reportedly hailing from the same faction—the Sons of Calydon. They're clearly making a big push into the city's power dynamics, offering a mix of roles to fill out any team composition. But let's circle back to the main event: Lucy.

The Overlord's Banquet & Your Free Lucy

The leak points to an event called "Overlord's Banquet." This is supposedly where we'll earn Lucy as a one-time completion reward. Now, don't get it twisted—this probably isn't a permanent addition to the roster like, say, a starter character. It's more of a "limited-time opportunity." Think of it as a seasonal gift from the Proxy network. You snooze, you lose. The event is expected to go live with the first phase of version 1.2, running from September 25 to mid-October. We're all holding our breath for the official special livestream, which should confirm all these juicy details and show us what this banquet is all about. Is it a fight? A feast? A deadly game? Only time will tell.

Why Lucy is a Game-Changer (Even as an A-Rank)

Now, some might look at an A-Rank and think, "Meh." But let me tell you, Lucy is shaping up to be a secret weapon for any team. Her kit is all about Fire support and team empowerment. Here’s what she brings to the table:

  • Element & Role: Fire Attribute, Support Specialist.

  • Key Ability: Provides a team-wide ATK buff, boosting everyone's damage output. In a game where shredding enemy stun bars and bursting them down is key, this is huge.

  • Signature Move - Guard Boars: She summons these loyal (and slightly terrifying) boar companions. The cool part? They inherit her Critical Rate and Critical Damage stats. It's like having extra damage dealers on the field that scale with your investment in Lucy.

  • Ultimate - Boar Barrage: Lucy launches her Guard Boars in a sequential AoE Fire attack. But here's the kicker—while this ultimate is going off, every other agent on your team recovers 10 Energy. This is insane for team rotation and getting those big, flashy ultimates back online faster.

In short, Lucy isn't just free; she's potentially meta-defining for fast-paced, energy-hungry teams. She enables your main DPS to shine brighter and more often.

The New Fire Powerhouse: Burnice White

While Lucy supports with Fire, version 1.2 is also introducing a premier Fire DPS: Burnice White. As an S-Rank agent with an Anomaly specialty, she's poised to set the Hollows ablaze. While we don't have her full kit yet, we can make some educated guesses based on her role:

Aspect Expected Function
Role Main DPS
Specialty Anomaly (Likely applying Burn/Scorch effects)
Damage Type Fire Damage Over Time (DoT)
Debuffs Expected to inflict various impairing effects on enemies

Burnice is likely the character you build a team around, whereas Lucy is the character you build a team with. Pairing them together could create a devastating Fire-centric team that melts enemy health bars through a combination of direct damage, DoT ticks, and constant energy regeneration. It’s a potent one-two punch the game is offering.

Final Thoughts & The Road Ahead

Look, version 1.2 feels like a turning point. Offering a powerful, synergistic A-Rank agent like Lucy for free is a fantastic move—it lets newer players catch up and gives veterans a powerful new tool to experiment with. It shows the developers are listening and want to keep the community engaged with meaningful rewards. Between her, the enigmatic Caesar King, and the fiery Burnice White, our team-building options are about to explode with possibilities.

So, mark your calendars for late September, Agents. Polish your weapons, power up your Bangboo, and get ready for the Overlord's Banquet. A fiery new ally might just be waiting for you at the table. And remember, in New Eridu, the best things in life... are sometimes free. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go prep my gear. Something tells me the Hollows are about to get a lot hotter. 🔥🐗