What you’ll learn

This reset is light on gameplay changes, but it still matters for progression: a small hotfix and downtime compensation, a rotating cosmetic refresh (including the Gilded set), and a tight window before the current battle pass ends. Below is a clear recap of what changed, what to watch for next week, and a practical weekly checklist that prioritizes upgrade materials and steady premium currency planning without wasting time.

Hotfix recap: what the downtime actually fixed

This week’s maintenance was primarily a stability hotfix aimed at resolving server crash issues. There weren’t major balance changes or system reworks attached to it, so if you were expecting a big meta shift, this reset is more about housekeeping than new content.

Because the servers were down for a few hours, players can claim compensation in the form of ornate coins. If you log in after reset and see compensation available, grab it early so you don’t forget later in the week.

Cash shop rotation: the Gilded set is back (and what that means)

The most noticeable change this reset is the shop rotation. The standout return is the Gilded cosmetic set, including its armor appearance, matching morphs, and weapon skins. If you missed it the first time, this is the week it’s back on offer.

Gilded set highlights (and the main drawback)

• Full set presentation: the Gilded armor look is designed to be worn as a cohesive theme, and it includes a distinctive idle pose where the character appears to float as their default stance (not an emote toggle).
• Weapon skins are purchasable separately: the weapons can be bought individually, priced at 750 Lucent each.
• The catch: the armor itself is bundled at a premium price point, and you typically can’t buy individual armor pieces (outside of the weapons). If you only want one part of the look (for example, the chest without the helmet), this bundle structure can feel restrictive.

If you’re budgeting Throne and Liberty Lucent for cosmetics, the simplest approach is to decide whether you want the full silhouette (armor + morph theme) or you only care about a single weapon skin. The latter is easier to justify because it doesn’t force you into a full bundle.

Other returning cosmetics this week

Alongside the Gilded return, a few other cosmetics rotated back in:

• Scorpius outfit: returning in a bundle that also includes an emote and an amatoy companion.
• Shadows Escape outfit: another returning set in the rotation.
• Scorpius weapon skins: matching weapons are available to pair with the Scorpius theme.

Battle pass timing: one week left (plan your final pushes)

The current battle pass has roughly a week remaining. With Kalanthia’s Bounty concluded, the practical takeaway is simple: expect a new pass next week, and make sure you finish any remaining pass objectives now so you don’t leave rewards unclaimed.

If you’re the type of player who likes to keep a progression budget, this is also a good week to avoid impulsive spending and instead plan for next week’s pass and any related shop refresh. Some players prefer to buy Lucent only when they know exactly what the next pass offers, especially if they’re trying to avoid topping up multiple times in a short span.

While this week is quiet, there’s a strong expectation that the next update window will be more meaningful. The key item to watch is a promised set of refined combat calculation formulas, with special attention to tank performance and how multi-hit effects are calculated.

Even a small change to multi-hit behavior can ripple across PvE and PvP: it affects how certain skills scale, how damage is distributed, and how defensive roles feel under pressure. If you play a tank-oriented setup (or you regularly fight them), consider holding off on expensive, irreversible upgrade decisions until patch notes confirm the final numbers.

Ornate coin shop change: dye and thread availability

One notable observation this reset: dye and thread appear to have been removed from the ornate coin shop, meaning they’re now primarily obtained through other channels and/or purchased with Lucent.

From a planning standpoint, this matters because cosmetic customization costs can quietly compete with your upgrade needs. If you care about appearance customization, treat dye/thread as part of your weekly resource plan rather than an afterthought.

Limited-time packs and “exclusive” cosmetics: how to interpret the timer

Some celebration packs show very short timers (for example, “2 hours left”). In practice, these timers often indicate the end of that rotation window, but the game doesn’t always guarantee permanent exclusivity in writing.

If you’re deciding whether to spend, the safest mindset is: buy because you like the look now, not because you assume it will never return. That approach prevents regret spending and keeps your currency available for progression-critical moments.

Take a look at: a practical Lucent planning approach for long-term progression

Weekly reset checklist (fast route for currencies, upgrades, and Lucent income)

This section is the practical part: a weekly route that keeps you stocked on the materials that actually move your character forward. It’s written to be efficient even if you have limited playtime.

1) Check-in event: mystic keys and lantern globes

The check-in event is still active for another week. Claim your mystic keys, then use them on the mystic globe lanterns you find in the world. The rewards can be opened for a chance at valuable items that can be sold for sol.

• Do the check-in as early as possible in the week so you don’t miss a day.
• Use the event as a steady income supplement rather than a primary farm.

2) Sundry merchants: contract scrolls and contract coin priorities

When you’re in town, do the quick merchant loop:

• Buy your contract scrolls from the sundry merchant.
• Visit the contract coin merchant for key materials.

Priority purchases typically look like this:

• Extract stones and ink first (they consistently support gearing and trait-related progression).
• If the event offers extra mystic keys via merchants, consider them after core materials.

Two weekly purchases that often save the most time later:

• Conversion stones from the guild merchant.
• Unlock stones from the resistance merchant.

These are especially valuable after you’ve been doing field bosses and arch bosses, because the gear and reward flow tends to create bottlenecks where you have items worth improving but not enough “unblock” materials to do it smoothly.

4) Combat coin merchant: rune levels first, then gear chests

At the combat coin merchant:

• If you still need rune progression, prioritize runes until your key runes are at comfortable levels.
• After that, shift toward gear chests to widen your trait and upgrade options.

Also note: chaos rune chests no longer appear to be locked behind ranked requirements, which matters because ranked mode has been removed for balance reasons. If chaos rune chests fit your build goals, saving coins for them can be a strong long-term play.

5) Nebula merchant: pouches, unlock stones, and chests

If you have access to Nebula-related vendors, pick up the stones and items that convert cleanly into progression:

• Pouches (for consistent resource drip)
• Unlock stones (to prevent gear bottlenecks)
• Chests (to broaden your gearing options)

6) Raid merchant and weekly raids: chaos prisms and trait value

Do your raid loop and visit the raid merchant to purchase chaos prisms. Raids are one of the most reliable ways to chase high-end drops, and even when you don’t get a direct upgrade, you can often profit from the trait economy.

Many players overlook this: a legendary drop that isn’t usable can still be valuable if its traits sell well. That trait value can translate into meaningful premium currency over time, which is why raids are a cornerstone of Throne and Liberty money making even for players who aren’t chasing top-end parsing.

7) Dungeon currencies: random normal queue and trial queue

Spend your dungeon currencies each week efficiently:

• Run your random normal queue for steady rewards and completion value.
• Run your trial queue for higher challenge and better progression returns.

If you’re tracking Throne and Liberty Lucent farming routes, dungeons and raids together often form the most consistent “play the game” income pattern: you progress your character while also generating items that can be converted into currency through the market.

Take a look at: the full breakdown of the lantern and mystic key event loop

8) Solo dungeons and Gate of Infinity: quick achievement value

Don’t skip solo content if it’s still giving you meaningful achievement rewards:

• Complete up to three solo dungeons if available in your weekly structure.
• Do Gate of Infinity runs for achievement-based rewards and account progression.

Finally, clean up your weekly missions. This is where many players lose value: they do the hard content but forget the “wrap-up” objectives that bundle rewards together. If you’re short on time, prioritize missions that overlap with content you’re already doing (raids, dungeons, bosses, and event tasks).

Smart spending notes: where Lucent fits without derailing progression

This week’s shop rotation is a good reminder that premium currency has two common pressure points: cosmetics and upgrades. If dye/thread availability is shifting more toward Lucent purchases, it’s worth separating your budget into two buckets:

• Cosmetic and convenience purchases: outfits, morph themes, weapon skins, customization materials.
• Power progression: market traits, upgrade materials, and smoothing out bottlenecks.

If you’re considering cheap Lucent options to save time, treat it as a planning tool rather than an impulse buy: the best use is usually filling a specific shortage (like a key trait or material) instead of scattering purchases across multiple small wants.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to buy the full Gilded set to get the weapons?

No. The weapon skins are sold individually (listed at 750 Lucent each), while the armor appearance is typically bundled.

What should I prioritize at the contract coin merchant each week?

In most cases, extract stones and ink are the highest-impact picks because they support ongoing gear improvement and trait-related progression.

Are raids still worth doing if I rarely get upgrades?

Yes. Even when drops aren’t upgrades, traits can be sold, which is a reliable way to build a progression budget over time.

Chaos rune chests no longer appear to be locked behind ranked requirements. If you need them, saving combat coins is a reasonable plan.

How can I keep up if I have limited playtime this week?

Do the check-in, run your random normal dungeon plus one trial, and finish weekly missions that overlap with those activities. If you’re short on upgrades, consider how to smooth out Throne and Liberty progression using additional Lucent without overspending.