The First Descendant dev teases “relationship” emotes, raids and “goal” for S2E2

The First Descendant is set receive update 1.2.9, and this will add some new skins along with a buff and more. Then, in mid-March, we will be treated to Season 2 Episode 2, which is set to introduce new playable character Serena. While both of these imminent additions are exciting, The First Descendant director has also teased the possibility of “relationship” emotes and raids, while also sharing a “goal” for Season 2 Episode 2.

The First Descendant dev responds to “relationship” emotes, raids and more

On Discord, The First Descendant director, Jooms, provided an AMA follow-up to respond to unanswered questions. One of the questions Jooms responded to was, “Can we have simple duo relationship type of emote”. Examples used in the query were “holding hands… or maybe a hug emote”.

Jooms responded, “That sounds like a great idea! Since the foundational system is already in place, this should be feasible. I’ll bring this up with the relevant team”. This doesn’t confirm “relationship” emotes will be added, but at least the director considers it possible and is discussing the idea with the development team.

As for raids, Jooms was asked if Nexon has “Any plans to add true raid like content in the game”. The user also queried about “Day one raid races/leaderboards”. Because raids are frequently asked about, Jooms admitted it’s something Nexon are “currently considering,” but need to figure out as “The traditional raid formats seen in similar genres don’t quite align with the core gameplay of The First Descendant”.

If raids are to be implemented, Jooms said they need the following:

• Maintain a fast-paced combat flow
• Allow players to stay fully engaged in battle
• Introduce new monsters and multiple mid-boss encounters
• Feature an epic final boss fight

While relationship emotes and raids are possibilities for the future, Jooms also specifically discussed Season 2 Episode 2 arriving on March 13th. For S2E2, Jooms said Nexon’s “goal” is to implement a change “allowing fire rate cores to affect tactical rifles”.

In addition, full character reworks are planned for S2E2 “between late March and early April”. Luna will be one of the characters included, and Nexon is considering making the “bug that allowed buffs to persist after unequipping her unique weapon… [to be] integrated as an official feature”.

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