2024/en

December

Second Part

• The following changes will take effect from 15 de December, 2024.

Rates

• The server will have double EXP & Drop rates during the christmas event!

Custom Changes: General

• Now the Super Invasions can give you between 10~50x  Amethyst Fragments
  as an MVP title reward.
• Amethyst Fragments can now be purchased in High Difficulty instances (Varmundt's, OGH, GHC, etc.).
• You can now become a Baby class without being adopted, via the Job Master at the Safe House.
• The event PowXmas is running and will continue until January 6th.

• The store has a few special items that weren't available before ;).

• You are welcome to suggest other good costumes in our Discord suggestion channel <3. ::*I included the Varmundt's Biosphere: Ice map in the list of maps with a +50% Christmas bonus.

• I added a way to create Cursed Waters and Aspersio Lv. 5 through the Exchange NPCs of the Item quest type.
• You can now Re-Start as many times as you want, as long as you are not a Native 1X character.
• The Wonder MVP system will now announce the general location of the Wonder MVP, as long as it's alive. This announcement happens every hour.
• You can now buy   Beaker
  in common Pow stores (Tiendita, Safe House, Commercial Zone, Remote Purchase).

1st Part

• The following changes will take place from 6 December, 2024.

4th Classes

• I will implement the 4th classes on December 6.
• The Maximum Level will be increased to 260 for all classes, excluding the trans classes (sniper, HW, etc.).

Varmundt's Biospheres

• I will implement the following dungeons from Varmundt's Biosphere:

• The Varmundt's Biospheres can be accessed inside Varmundt's central mansion. They do not require quests and anyone can enter; you just need to go into the rooms (warps).

• Ice Biosphere
• Lava Biosphere
• Grass Biosphere
• Death Biosphere

• The remaining Biospheres will be implemented in the next update, scheduled for December 13.

Constellation Tower

• I will implement the Constellation Tower and improve its functionality and the probabilities of obtaining rewards.

• The implementation of the Constellation Tower usually means disabling the Endless Tower, but I decided to keep both instances active.
• The fountain in the antechamber of the battle against Betelgeuse allows you to set the difficulty to the maximum if you wish.

Clock Tower: Unknown Basement

• I'm implementing the Clock Tower: Unknown Basement instance.

Memories of Thanatos

• I'll implement the Memories of Thanatos instance.

• This means that the original Thanatos Phantom cannot be summoned in its tower. However, it can still appear in Training Zones, Invasions, and Branchie.

Disguise System

• This update brings a major modernization to our custom costume system, resulting in the following improvements:

• The Monster Disguise has replaced the consumable costume item currently available on the server. Its functionality has been updated to allow players to disguise themselves as almost any mob in the game. The item remains consumable and can still be obtained through Invasions.
• The new costumes are Class Disguise and Baby Disguise, which allow you to change your visual outfit to another within your same branch. Please check the Disguise page for more detailed information.

General Custom Changes

• Leyla

• Leyla will now heal you for free up to level 99.
• Leyla now heals you after providing buffs, effectively saving you Zeny and time.
• Leyla also restores your AP if you are a 4th class.

• Travel Agency

• I updated the sprite (appearance) of the Travel Agency. It now looks like a traveler.
• The Travel Agency now warps you for free up to level 99.
• The Travel Agency menu now indicates if there are people on the maps before you travel.

• Katy

• I improved the preferences menu; it now looks better, is better organized, some unused options were removed, and the Disguise menu was added.

• Stylist

• The entire clothing system has been revamped. We now have a maximum of 700 styles, which are custom-made and paid for, so they look better than before.
• The Stylist allows you to change your character's clothing (style), even if you're wearing a Disguise. The cost is 1M Zeny and the required dye.
• Characters at level 60 or below can now change their hair color, clothing style, and clothing color for free.

• You can now buy Remote Leyla, Arrows, and Bullets

• These new items need no further explanation. I hope you enjoy them!

• MVP Tombs

• I changed the sprite of the MVP tombs to a cooler-looking stone, which shares the sprite with the Thaú Magic Rock.

• I implemented the Punching Ball system, which is similar to the default Dummies system in Renewal.

• The Punching Ball system is much more versatile.
• It allows you to configure the ball's attributes as you wish.
• It announces your DPS.

• Powlloween

• Disabled. The next event is our PowXMas event, which will be active from December 13 to January 6, 2025.

• Accelerated Regeneration

• From now on, the natural regeneration is much faster when you're sitting down, as shown in the gif below:

New Client

• Our current client (2021) will be updated to a more user-friendly 2022 version:

• Improved textures.
• Smoother performance.
• Supports the /skip command.
• Allows skill spamming by holding down the key (clicking is still required for spamming).

Gepard

• I updated our Gepard license, adding extra modules. We now have all modules:

• Protection against No-Delay/0-Delay data.
• @lgp.
• !vsync
• !ping
• Colorable nicknames.
• Colorable items.
• Effects Manager.
• I also updated our Gepard to allow most color-controlling software for keyboards and mice, while still detecting cheating attempts, such as macros and similar tools (about 15 people have been banned for these kinds of infractions)

Pow4Ever

• It is a pleasure to announce that the Administrative Team is working on a second Pow server with the following features:

• An exact replica of Pow4Ever 2012 as closely as possible.
• Pre-renewal - Episode 13.2.
• Dynamic rates that change every 4 hours.
• Base Exp: 10x to 18x.
• Job Exp: 10x to 18x.
• Quest Exp: 10x to 18x.
• Normal Drops: 9x.
• MVP Drops: 5x.
• Base Level: 220.
• Job Level: 50 - 70.
• Maximum Stats: 130.
• Free Cast: 170 DEX.
• Parties: Up to 20 characters with a 30-level share range.
• All rebirth classes can have homunculi (customized).
• Stat points are gained normally up to level 111, but from level 112 onward, only 1 stat point is awarded per level.
• Hit, Flee, HP, and SP increase only up to level 160.

We will share more details about the project in the coming months, but our current goals are as follows:

• Have the server 100% complete before launch.
• Hold an Open Beta for at least 2 weeks, open to everyone to test the systems.
• Release the client at least 1 month in advance so players can create accounts and reserve characters before the official launch.
• Have the website (control panel), Discord, and Wiki ready before the server's official launch.

• The Administrative Team already has a test version to experiment with features, and I can say that the foundation is complete. If I had to estimate progress, I’d say we are at least 85% ready. However, we are firmly against launching the server before it is fully prepared.

• Our target launch date is December 2025, but depending on Open Beta results, we may finish much earlier.

• What important things are still missing?

• We need to finalize the following custom systems:

• Training Bonuses.
• Hidden Elite Wings Bonuses (e.g., Crystal Wings).
• Custom Hat Slotting System (e.g., the one in Gonryun).

• Unfortunately, there is no existing Wiki or information page containing this data. We are actively looking for people who remember these details to collaborate and ensure everything is done properly.

May

Important Changes

• We have doubled the Experience rates permanently.

• Why?

• Because I am preparing the server for the upcoming episode expansions. Also, we concluded that it is a positive/healthy change after studying the updates from iRO and kRO, where they increased exp rates when they expanded episodes and released the 4th jobs. I concluded that reducing the difficulty of leveling is a good change, and that almost no one finds satisfaction in leveling alone; what is most important is reaching the stages where you can hunt valuable items or required levels to equip some renewal items (think 125, 150, 175, etc.).

• I reduced the number of mobs to kill in the city/dungeon quest signs from 150 to 50, and significantly increased the experience they give.

EDDA: Old Pow

• I implemented this new parallel continent, Old Pow. I hope it brings back some nostalgia. Here’s how it works:

• To access EDDA: Old Pow, you only need access to the regular Old Pow, no additional quest is required. The entrance to EDDA: Old Pow is at the central fountain in Old Prontera.
• Entering EDDA: Old Pow will convert your character to its pre-reborn or Expanded 1-1 version if you are Expanded 2. The maximum level is 99. To return to your normal stats, just talk to the fountain in Old Prontera. Relogging, closing the game, respecing, or any other type of exit from the EDDA: Old Pow maps will return your character to its normal form.
• The monsters are the Pre-re versions that many of us know and are familiar with. The difference is in the name, which has "Old" as a prefix. The drop from these mobs is also as it was in pre-re. Additionally, all the mobs in EDDA: Old Pow have a small chance to drop a random Overseas Care Package (OCP), very valuable items that we brought to Pow from iRO and jRO; you can find more information on divine-pride or in our database.
• The MVPs in EDDA: Old Pow drop Level 5 Rewards and have a high chance of dropping fixed OCPs. Here you can see the list.
• 3 Level 5 Rewards can be traded for 1 random OCP box (OCP 31).
• Your skill and status preferences are automatically saved and separated, meaning you can organize your shortcut bar without fear of losing the spaces when you return to your normal version.

Overseas Care Packages

• I implemented OCPs from 1 to 42. OCPs from 43 to 58 are from episode 18+, and I hope to implement them when we advance episodes.

• I recommend checking out the information on divine-pride to learn about the items you can obtain; there are many very valuable items available.

Poison Wings

• I implemented Poison Wings. These can be obtained in the EDDA: Old Prontera Dungeon 2 - "eddap_dun02" map, where the Old Stratospider appears. They can be obtained by killing general mobs in the map or hunting the summoned Stratospider (90% drop!).
• The wings can only be leveled by hunting Poison-element mobs and gain extra experience if the mob is level 120+.

April

Glast Heim Challenge Mode

• I will implement this instance starting on April 5th, as we coordinated in the Roadmap. This instance is the first of several that are part of the content for more advanced episodes. These instances are special in Pow because they will not have custom modes (Hardcore or Insane), as the mechanics of the instance do not allow for these modes (they have a natural difficulty scaling).

Rework of the Training Introduction

• The way the Elite Training system is introduced will change slightly, so that when you complete your Hierarchies, you will be awarded a few assignable points to familiarize yourself with the system. This system benefits new players more, as they have not learned any Training. The initial points are obtained as follows:

• 1 Point for completing Foreigner.
• 2 Points for completing Citizen.
• 3 Points for completing Warrior.
• 4 Points for completing Elite.

• This means that completing your hierarchies will award a total of 10 Elite Training points.
• What happens if I already have more than 10 Elite Trainings learned?

• This introductory bonus will not apply to your character if you already have more than 10 Elite Trainings learned.

• If I create a new character, will I get the 10 additional points?

• Yes, the system will automatically apply to each character that has fewer than 10 assignable Elite Training points.

• If I have 10 points learned, will I get 10 more points?

• No, the system will only grant you up to the first 10 assignable points, meaning if you have 9 learned, it will bring you to 10, if you have 5, it will bring you to 10, and so on.

March

2da Semana

• Super Novices can now equip all Two-Handed Swords.
• Super Novices can now equip the Temporal Boots of Stats to combo with the Temporal Manteaus.
• We created the Roadmap.
• We introduced the Auras system.
• We are planning a custom way to obtain Overseas Care Packages.
• We are planning the use of Level 4 and 5 Rewards.
• We made many adjustments and updated the information for Old Pow.
• I added Bounty Boards in many cities and Illusion Dungeons, more info in the Roadmap.
• We removed the method to obtain the Sealed Drake Card because the appropriate script does not exist in rAthena, and the current script is incorrect and terribly bad.
• I increased the chance of obtaining Bio Experimental Fragments and Documents by 400% in EDDA:Bio Labs Farming Mode. This increase is separate from the use of Bubble Gums and your personal rates, meaning Bubble Gum still increases your percentage :D

February

1st Week

• I accelerated the instances, chats are faster and waiting times are 2~3 times quicker.
• I implemented EDDA: The Fall of Glastheim in Hardcore and Insane modes. All the relevant information is here.
• Contaminated Magic can now be purchased in almost all instance stores.
• I added a teleportation to The Fall of Glastheim.

• I implemented the option to turn off server private messages such as mining item notifications, illusion dungeon messages, and event point notifications. All are controlled at the same time via your preferences.

• I implemented a safe reset for Illusion enchantments through the NPC in Prontera. It costs 1.5m Zeny or 7x  Illusion Stone, at your choice.
• We customized the rewards of The Fall of Glastheim a bit more, now you can obtain Temporal Manteau Box, with probabilities depending on the mode.
• I increased the chance of obtaining items in the tammings mines. Now the chance to obtain items in these mines is doubled or tripled.
• The equipment dropped by King Schmidt may come with random options from Pow.
• I reduced the cooldown for The Fall of Glastheim to 1 day regardless of mode/difficulty.
• I improved the options dropped by mobs. Now you can see the table of Pow Random Options.

2nd Week

• I finished the EDDA Biolabs instance, including all the necessary information for success in these instances. Additionally, I created a custom mode besides Hardcore and Insane called Farming Mode, this mode is special for this instance due to the large demand for materials required for instance enchantments.
• I added the safe enchantments for Bio Labs 5.
• I added the safe enchantment for King Schmidt's Badges.
• The Flame Thorns monster has a 15% chance to drop Contaminated Magic in the Fall of Glastheim instance.
• I fixed a 1% minimum drop for MVP equipment.
• We implemented our custom MVP Damage system.

• I modified the warp for Eden Group quests 131+ to send you to the second floor of Scaraba Hole instead of the first.
• I expanded Remote Kafra. Now you have the option to open your VIP Kafras if you have one purchased.
• I expanded the Illusion Weapon Enchantment system. Now they can maintain the random options when trying to enchant them, in exchange for an Illusion Stone for each random option the item has.
• I expanded the Horror Toy Factory Item Enchantment system. Now you can choose the Desired Enchantment in exchange for a higher amount of Bloody Coins. The Desired Enchantment value can be either the lowest or highest possible (randomly).
• I improved EDDA Bio Labs in Farming Mode: Now the instance lasts 2 hours, there are more mobs, and they have double drop rates.
• I implemented our new control panel!

End of the Month

• I reversed the options for warping during Eden quests that require access to quest dungeons.
• I created a Plagiarism NPC to assist Rogues in copying skills, located in the Safe House.

• I implemented the "Re-Inicio" system. This custom system allows you to "re-start" your character at 1x rates if it was at 5x rates. Follow the page for more details.

• We added a major update to the Invasions. They are now divided into 2 difficulties, with the regular Invasions now being called Invasion Ancient. More details on the page.
• Invasions will now occur more frequently.

• I added the Broken Gardener Beta to the Omega Zone and Senior Broken Gardener Beta to Sigma and Zeta.
• I added Warlock books to the quest item exchange store.

• The good MVP drops from instances will be modified so that each member has a chance to obtain the drop. Example: in FoG they each have a chance to obtain the box individually.
• I will implement the Holy Wings and Lightning Wings.
• I made some wandering NPCs stop moving.
• I moved the Hidden Dungeon teleport. It was previously behind the map (1 map below Alde), now it's in front and warps you to the front, convenient for accessing the Illusion Dungeon.
• I implemented our Discord Bot that alerts when an Invasion is about to occur.

January

General Adjustments or Mechanics

• The Pow Rates system no longer charges for downgrading from 5x to 1x rates, as long as you are level 99 or below.
• I reduced the penalties for higher rates in the Pow Rates system considerably. More info here.
• I halved the price for downgrading rates (Previous formula: Base Level x 30000 x stage) (New formula: Base Level x 10000 x stage).
• BG now includes a Leyla Guerrera.

• Estefanío now offers the option to purchase Mystical Card Albums for 100 Card Points, but he only sells 20 MCAs per day!

• Now we have our own @restock system. You can view the manual using "@restock h". This system is designed to improve gameplay, so the restock cost is very low, only 750z.

• We have custom Illusion of Teddy Bear and Illusion of Labyrinth. I will upload the new Illusion Dungeons page today, which contains information on quest access and dailies.
• I modified the Illusion dungeon access system so that it shares across accounts.
• I increased the rewards for completing Daily and Weekly missions in Illusion of Labyrinth, normally giving 1 and 3, but in Pow it gives 2 and 10.
• Both Illusion dungeons are now part of the MVP points and illusion points system (with their shops).
• The Illusion of Teddy Bear and Illusion of Labyrinth quests are bilingual.

• I transformed the spell creation system. Now it is learned once per account, with the exception of kuchiyose. The interface is much more user-friendly and intuitive (see the photo). When summoning the spell, a window will pop up to create the spell they called.

• I transformed the Bloody Coins store in Horror Toy Factory, now it is as intuitive as shown in photo #2. Previously, there was a lot of unnecessary blah blah. Additionally, I added the acquisition of Celine's Dress and Brooch to the store.
• I reduced the price for creating Petroleos from 10K Zeny per creation to 5K.
• I reduced the cost of Wootan Shoulder Pieces and Rock Fragments required for Illusion Equipment quests in Luanda from 30c each to 15c each.

• I implemented the @cd/@cooldown/@instancesetting commands, these commands will show the instances available and/or the time you must wait before re-entering them. (Configurable with @instacesetting.). Additionally, there is an NPC version in the Safe House.
• I added/modified a few items in the Item Exchange list. Notably, now you can exchange 10 Gold Ore and 25K Zeny for 1 Gold.
• I reduced the value of the Gold item to prevent Zeny dilution, and with this change, I increased the chance of obtaining Gold through mining by a multiple of 7x! The aim of this change is to facilitate RK requirements.
• The items obtainable as welcome packs from Kafra can now be sold to NPCs.
• I adjusted the Invasion rewards, now you won’t earn Empathy Points, and they have been replaced with Magical Soapstones.
• I accelerated the chat for several NPCs, including the one for learning training, now it's much faster and integrated into the custom visual effects system. I also implemented its NPC version in the Safe House.

• I reorganized the Travel Agency. Now the teleports found are added to their normal category (City, Dungeon, Instance). Some maps are more dynamic, such as Payon Dungeon and Sphinx, which now appear like this in the Travel Agency, but expand when you choose them, allowing selection between the first level or the level discovered by teleport.

• I implemented the Zeny gain system when defeating mobs.
• The Pagan Medallion item now grants 0.5% HP per base level instead of 5% fixed.

Leveling Adjustments

• I improved the Eden Group room. Now it allows position saving. I added a Kafra, Leyla, and Travel Agency. I changed the portal to the second room to make it more visible.

• Now all Eden Group quests that require access to maps that need quest entry will directly send you to the hunting map or nearby, only while completing those quests. For example: It will directly allow access to the Rachel Sanctuary if you are doing the Isilla hunting quests.

• Job change quests will allow you to skip them by paying 2,000 Training Points.
• I improved the Katy welcome pack, now it gives 20K zeny, 100x  Novice Fly Wing, 30x  Novice Butterfly Wing, 3x  Bubble Gum, and 3x  Battle Manual, all these items can only be used on your account.
• We updated the Exp table to the latest renewal version (lighter than before and with a more comfortable curve).

Visual Adjustments

• I implemented the Safe House, the initial home of Pow that can be accessed from Prontera. Here, you will find almost all the convenience NPCs we offer on the server, such as the tool dealer, rate manager, builds, Leyla, and Travel Agency.

• Many of our custom NPCs now use my visual effects system. You will notice how they interact with you and others who activate this preference through the custom settings (@settings - or via the settings NPC in the Safe House).
• We have a new, very beautiful Prontera <3

Dungeons and Instances

• I implemented EDDA: The Fall of GlastHeim, including the mobs, items, enchantments, etc.
• I implemented item creation for Abyss Lakes 4.
• The warp for Old Pow now activates every minute (1 minute to travel, 1 minute to return).
• I increased the drop rate of most Map Drops items by a multiple of 5~50x.
• You can now save your starting position with the Kafras in Old Pow.

Events

Navipow

• The PowXmas or NaviPow event has 3 phases, during which part of the event content is added or changed, with the goal of providing something you enjoy and a good virtual space when you have nothing else to do or are alone at home. Pow has always kept its doors open for me, so I extend that same welcome to all of you.

• The PowXmas event will run from December 13th to January 6th.