Arknights: Endfield Launches First Core Version on April 17th (Friday)! Heavenly Master Leading Wuling, ★6 Operator Zoan Fanyi Appears!

Today (April 11, 2026), GRYPHLINE released the latest information regarding updates and in-game adjustments for the 3D real-time strategy action RPG 'Arknights: Endfield' during an official special program broadcast.

■First Core Version 'Dawn of Spring, When All Things Awaken' Released, Special Scout Held!

New ★6 Operator and Story Implemented

In 'Dawn of Spring', the Administrator faces new challenges in Shuso. To save Wuling from crisis, the Administrator will fight alongside Zoan Fanyi. 

Following the release of this version, the special scout 'Spring Thunder Roars, All Things Sprout' will be held.

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In this scout, the drop rate for the ★6 operator 'Zoan Fanyi' will be increased. Additionally, a new ★6 weapon, the Arts Unit 'Lone Boat', will be added to the Wuku Exchange. 'Ship Journey Application' weapon applications will become available. Furthermore, in conjunction with the special scout, Operation Training for the corresponding operator will also be unlocked.

• Special Scout 'Spring Thunder Roars, All Things Sprout'

Period: After version 'Dawn of Spring, When All Things Awaken' is released ~ May 22, 2026, 11:59 (Server Time)

Increased drop rate for ★6 operator 'Zoan Fanyi'

• Wuku Exchange 'Ship Journey Application'

Period: After version 'Dawn of Spring, When All Things Awaken' is released ~ 3 special scouts are held

★6 Arts Unit 'Lone Boat' added to lineup

New Areas Also Scheduled for Release!

New maps 'Shuso' and the sub-map 'Test Area' will be released in the future. 'Shuso' is a space with unpredictable changes and is deeply connected to the main story. Here, the Administrator will face new enemies and traps set by Aldashir. In the 'Test Area', the Administrator will participate in the reconstruction of Wuling, clearing paths by solving puzzles and restoring vitality to the area.

■Updates Regarding Integrated Industries

The Long-Awaited 'Wuling Industrial Plan' Phase 3 Unlocks from April 17th!

On April 17th, new liquid types, industrial equipment, and diverse corresponding recipes will be introduced, enabling the construction of more varied and efficient production cycles.

New Equipment to Expand Combat Formation Options

With the introduction of new recipes for industrial equipment, two new equipment sets and three new individual equipment pieces can be crafted. These new equipment pieces match the highest quality existing equipment in their respective stats, greatly expanding combat formation choices.

New 'Ornament' System Implemented

Three types of highly requested 'Ornaments' have been implemented and can be freely placed on the map using the industrial mode. The 'Pear Blossom Bonsai' can be obtained by progressing through the main missions, while the 'Dragon Bubble Statue' and 'Professor Balloon' can be purchased through commodity trading. More ornaments are planned to be added to allow for freer decoration of the Endfield world.

■New Series for Various Contents to be Released Sequentially

The permanent content 'Monument of Memory' and 'Eclipsed Exploration' will be updated.

Date: May 8th

• 'Monument of Memory' New Series: 'Turbulent Flow Manifestation'

• New Event: 'Traces of Memory・Toxic Flow'

In Eclipsed Exploration, Distorted Areas 5 and 6 will be unlocked, with more rewards becoming available as exploration progresses.

• Condition: After version 'Dawn of Spring, When All Things Awaken' is released

• Eclipsed Exploration: Distorted Areas 5 and 6 unlocked

Participating in 'Integrated Support・A Small Star of Salvation' will grant access to special limited-time production recipes during the period.

• Date: April 28th

• Support Event: 'Integrated Support・A Small Star of Salvation'

A new supply distribution event, 'Supply Distribution・Wuling Chef', will be available. During the event period, supply distribution missions will be opened daily, and rewards can be obtained by completing each objective.

• Date: May 14th

• Supply Event: 'Supply Distribution・Chef'

The event 'Let's Engrave Our Names・Together to the Sea of Stars' begins on April 24th, allowing players to explore the mysteries of the universe with Perica, obtain commemorative images, and decorate the Dijang. Stamp rallies and commemorative image events will also start, featuring space-themed designs and the 'Qiming Space Station'.

After the update, the special scout 'Spring Thunder Roars, All Things Sprout' and the new type of special scout 'Festival of Radiance' will commence, allowing players to recruit specific ★6 operators. There will also be rewards based on cumulative scout counts and additional bonuses.

In the new version, the ★6 Arts Unit 'Lone Boat' will be added to the Wuku Exchange. During the 'Festival of Radiance' period, 'Melt Application' and 'Gallop Application' will be held, with increased drop rates for corresponding ★6 items.

Furthermore, the operator experience event for Zoan Fanyi and the 7-day stamp rallies 'Breath of Spring Thunder' and 'Moment of Radiance' will be held, offering exclusive scout tickets as rewards. Scout tickets can also be exchanged in the shop.