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Greetings community!\n

As we wrap up the November Thanksgiving Update and the Leaderboard event, we wanted to close the

year on a festive high note.

With Christmas around the corner, the Sanctuary of Oblivion has taken on a new holiday look.

Step inside and enjoy the seasons atmosphere!\n

We also want to share a warm thank you with everyone who has supported Ember and Blade.

Your feedback and enthusiasm shaped the demo every day.

This year brought plenty of work, challenges, and excitement, and your support made all of it worthwhile.

Were moving ahead with new content and improvements as we prepare for our 2026 launch.

As we head into the new year, we hope youll stay with us on the road ahead.

If you want to see how your feedback is being reflected in development, follow our channels and speak

directly with the team.

Youll get the latest news, updates, and early looks at whats coming next for Ember and Blade.

And from all of us, we hope your holidays is filled with joy and good moments.

We hope the small holiday update brings a bit of warmth to your playthrough this season, and want to

wrap up this year with a small letter from Ariella herself.

From the Sanctuary a letter for you.

Dear Hunters,

Keke keeps bringing you up, so I find myself compelled to pen a few words.

May the season\'s end find you well and warm....

I do hope we might continue our work together next year.

From the Sanctuary,

Ariella Ashwood

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Only the strongest survived the crucible! After clashing with endless hordes and unpredictable trials,

the conquerors of the Infernal Trial now ascend into legend!

Their victory wont fade; it will be carved into the very world of Ember and Blade.

From personalized lore-driven weapon variants to in-game credits, exclusive perks, and official channel recognition, their glory lives on!

By the grace of GoescheGoecke, other worthy demon slayers were granted the honor of naming the weapon and receiving the first-place rewards. Thus, the following demon slayers stand as the champions of Arbor\'s Crucible this season.

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1st Place: Weebtai

2nd Place: Tarzan_Man

3rd Place: JakJac

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1st Place: Kamizar

2nd Place:

3rd Place: Empereur Sucr

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1st Place: GoescheGoecke

2nd Place: i

3rd Place: Johgat

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To the top 3 champions in each weapon category: assemble in our Discord Hall. There, the Guardians of Community will guide you through your next tasks, as the next chapter of your legend begins.

The Infernal Trial has come to an end, but this is only the start of our journey together. Your passion

and determination lit up this event from beginning to end.

Prepare yourselves; greater battles lie ahead, and the next challenge awaits just beyond the shadows.

In the meantime, join our Discord community and continue the adventure with fellow demon slayers!

\nDiscord Link: https://discord.gg/DEN4J8RZmE

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As mentioned in our earlier sneak peek, the Arbors Crucible has returned!

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The punishing endgame arena first introduced during Steam Next Fest is now live as a limited-time event,

running from November 10 through December 8 (PT).

Step into the Infernal Trial, where youll battle relentless waves of enemies under randomized blessings

for a place on the global leaderboard. Only the fiercest demon slayers will ascend to legend, their names

immortalized in the full release of Ember and Blade!

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The leaderboard is divided into three weapon categories Sword, Dagger, and Hammer each tied

directly to event rewards. This structure ensures every fighting style has a fair shot at glory, with a total

of 10 winners to be recognized.

(The leaderboard ranking has been fully reset with this update every player begins anew in the Infernal Trial, ready to claim their place among the legends.)

Winners will also be featured on the Steam Announcement and official social media channels as top competitors in the Infernal Trial!

Infernal Trial Rewards

1st Place (Total 3 winners one per weapon category)

• Primary weapon variations named after the winners (lore-adapted)

  Example: The 1st place winner in the Sword category will have a sword skin/name variant inspired by them.

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• Name featured in game credits

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• Launch game key

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• Exclusive Discord role: Infernal Trial Champion

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2nd Place (Total 3 winners one per weapon category)

• Crossbow variations named after the winners (lore-adapted)

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• Name featured in game credits

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• Launch game key

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3rd Place (Total 3 winners one per weapon category)

• Name featured in game credits

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• Launch game key

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Community Choice Award (1 winner)

• Voted by the community for the most creative or funny demo moment

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• Launch game key

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Ready to slash into the ethereal world of Ember and Blade? \nWishlist Ember and Blade and face the Infernal Trial of Arbors Crucible today.

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Hi everyone, this is J. Kim. Its been a while!

First, a huge thank-you for all the support during the Steam Next Fest demo.

Far more people played than we expected, and the feedback we received has been incredibly motivating.

It also strengthened our resolve to make Ember & Blade the best game it can be.

Todays devlog focuses on the issue we heard about most: dialogue and voiceover.

After reviewing your feedback from multiple angles, talking with many of you, and testing different writing styles, weve reached a clear conclusion:

we need to change Fenrixs core presentation.

Fenrixs characterization will be revised, and as a result, substantial dialogue across the cast will be rewritten, not just Fenrixs lines.

Fenrixs Original Intent & Your Feedback

Fenrixs original model was the Prince from Prince of Persia (2008).

We wanted conversations between Fenrix and Ariella to evoke the PrinceElika dynamic.

The reason was simple: even in a dark fantasy, keeping the tone relentlessly heavy can be exhausting.

Gameplay already demands a lot of focus; if the dialogue is equally tense, theres no room to breathe.

We also felt that the banter advancing the relationship toward the finale, like PrinceElika, would fit

Ember & Blade well. \n\nSo we were surprised to see comparisons to Star-Lord (Guardians of the Galaxy) or Deadpool.

Were not fond of exaggerated quips and boundless confidence either.

But stepping backignoring later story beats only we know aboutand looking solely at the early sections, we can see how it might read that way.

A grown man trading earnest jokes with an animal companion can indeed feel like a kids animated show

to some players. Perhaps it would have landed better if, like Prince of Persia, Fenrix and Ariella were the

ones exchanging banterassuming we cut back on expository lines and reduced the proportion of jokes

so the dialogue wouldnt overwhelm the player.

Still, being honest with ourselves: characters who toss out clever, exaggerated quips you wouldnt hear

in everyday speech feel stale and not contemporary. And, well, Prince of Persia was released in 2008.

Fenrix 3.0\nSince SNF, weve tried several dialogue styles and thought hard about this; in the end, we decided to

reflect the premise honestly and portray his personality in a plain, restrained way, stripping away the

over-calculation. (Why 3.0? Because the current Fenrix was already a 2.0 revisionhah.)

Fenrix is someone who hides his wounds and chose demon-hunting as a way to escape them.

If the old Fenrix used exaggerated humor to mask pain and anger, the new Fenrix is a man whose rage

and grief have been worn down by over a decade of relentless huntingleaving him jaded and without a true sense of purpose. That doesnt mean hes powerless or unmotivated.

He still believes demon-hunting is his calling, and he knows hes good at it.

Whatever others say, his emotional swings are small; he shows his feelings less often than before,

and when he does, its brief and understated. His tone isnt warm, but it isnt icy or cutting either.

After years in a line of work people tend to shun, hes used to criticism and gossip and has enough social

sense not to create problems with his behavior. Practically speaking, the new Fenrix will speak more

briefly and use far less humor. He wont react to every situation with surprise or wide-eyed fascination.

We tried a zero-humor, sharper delivery, but that made conversations with Ariella and Haniel too tense

and tiring.Instead, within a restrained emotional range, hell deflect or ignore other characters jokes as

no big deal rather than trading quips. Banter will be cleaner and sparser, especially early on.

As relationships grow, well gradually increase the frequencyusing that arc to show Fenrix slowly

opening up and growing.As an aside, for the new Fenrix were keeping Dabi from My Hero Academia in

mind as a reference point.

(Finding the right model wasnt easy; for writing, we need a character we know well and fully understand.

We also considered Carmy from The Bear, but if every conversation ran at that tone, it would likely feel

too exhausting, so we dropped that option)

Dabi shows a languid, nonchalant attitude toward others while staying razor-sharp about everything

around him. He keeps his distance because of deep wounds and clingsalmost self-destructivelyto the

wrong means of addressing them. To be clear, were not adopting the nihilism or the explosive, villainous

flair you see from Dabi in combat scenes.

Closing\nItll take a bit more time before we can share the updated lines and VO publicly.

For now, wed love to hear what you think of Fenrixs new direction.

Your feedback is what shapes Ember & Bladethank you!

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November is finally here and with it comes a seasonal twist to the world of Ember and Blade.

For a limited time, Sanctuary glows under a warm autumn light, dressed in Thanksgiving dcor and more

than a few pumpkins to keep things spooky. Some unlucky elite monsters have even found themselves

cursed with pumpkin heads in the spirit of the season.

But thats not all.

The upcoming November Update also brings a special ranking event where players can prove their strength and earn a permanent mark in Ember and Blades full release.

The event runs from November 10 to December 8 (PT), with full details coming soon in the next few days.

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Until then stay close to Ember & Blades development and connect directly with the team, follow our social channels and join our Discord community.

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What a week!\n

Thank you to everyone who played the Ember & Blade demo, shared your thoughts, streamed, or left a review. We spent the past few days watching your runs, reading every comment, and laughing (and sweating) along with your reactions.\n

Next Fest has been a huge moment for our team.\n\nWe learned a lot, saw where we can do better, and found out what parts of the game truly resonated. After a short breather, well be diving into a full post-mortem and mapping out the road ahead.\n

Your feedback is already fueling our next steps.\n\nWere reviewing everything in detail, discussing it as a team, and using it to guide upcoming improvements and updates. Every bit of input helps us make Ember & Blade stronger, and we cant wait to share our next progress with you.\n

Thank you again for being part of this journey with us. \n\nThe response to the demo means the world to our team, and were more motivated than ever to keep building Ember & Blade into something truly special.

To stay close to Ember & Blades development and connect directly with the team, follow our social channels and join our Discord community.

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The second demo patch is now live!\n

We want to thank everyone whos played so far and shared honest, thoughtful feedback, its been incredibly valuable for the team.\n

This update focuses on several quality-of-life improvements and important bug fixes to make the demo smoother and more enjoyable to play.\n

See the full details below.\n

Quality of Life Improvements

• After purifying the Arbor during the first tutorial, the boss indicator will now appear.

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• A warning icon will now be displayed on the boss indicator if your level is below the recommended threshold

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• Added more Angel Statues and Shrines that grant effects in Act II (The Forsaken Library).

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• Improved entrance visuals in the Sanctuary to make navigation clearer\n

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Bug Fixes & Adjustments

• Fixed an issue where Uriels Blessing sound could overlap in certain situations

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• Corrected various dialogue lines and skill descriptions

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• Fixed a bug where the frequency values for certain dialogue triggers were not applied correctly

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• Improved performance issues caused by specific visual effects

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• Replaced Galiliels temporary concept art with the finalized illustration

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• Additional stability and optimization updates

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• Fixed several crashes that could occur in specific situations

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Our first demo patch is live!

Huge thanks to everyone who played during Steam Next Fest and sent us feedback, its been a big help.

This update focuses on combat tuning, a few key bug fixes, and some general stability work.\n

Lets get into it.

Game Balance Adjustments

• Slightly increased damage of Baphomets slam attacks

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• Slightly reduced damage of Baphomets quick attacks

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• Reduced Baphomets HP from 330,000 300,000

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• Increased the effect of the Birthday Cake relic

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• Relic crafting cost is now fixed to 1 Amber

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• Increased stats of blessings with low selection rates

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• Increased initial cooldowns for certain powerful blessings

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• Added a cooldown reduction effect when leveling up blessings

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Narrative Adjustments

• Reduced the trigger rate of repetitive auto-play conversations in the field by half

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• Increased the cooldown of repetitive auto-play conversations in the field by 10x (e.g., 30s 300s)

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(This is change is to respond to community feedback that the protagonists voice lines were firing too often and pulling focus from the gameplay. Were still tuning the overall dialogue tone and delivery for both the main character and NPCs, so expect more adjustments in the future milestone.)

Bug Fixes & Stability

• Optimized assets in The Forsaken Library

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• Fixed an issue where certain achievements could not be completed

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• Fixed a bug where the relic crafting cost kept increasing

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• Fixed an issue in Arbors Crucible where certain trial buffs and restrictions failed to stack correctly

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• Fixed crashes that could occur in specific situations

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\nWere incredibly thankful for everyone who played the demo and shared feedback with us.

\nYour comments are helping us refine every part of Ember and Blade before release so please keep them coming!\n

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Were so excited to finally share another brand new track from the Ember and Blade soundtrack list, the Arcanus Theme.

This track was written to capture the tragic elegance and raw emotion of Arcanus, the Faceless. Built around classical violin arrangements, it flows between grace and fury, beauty and darkness. \nA perfect reflection of a soul that has lost everything.

We composed this Act 2 boss theme to feel exhilarating and relentless, the kind of track that gets your heart racing. The virtuosic violin performance brings intensity and drama, and it quickly became our go-to piece whenever we needed an adrenaline boost during development.

If you want to experience that rush for yourself, try the Ember and Blade demo and face Arcanus, the Faceless, deep within the Forsaken Library.\n

Listen to Arcanus\' Theme on YouTube:

If you want to experience that rush for yourself, try the Ember and Blade demo and face Arcanus, the Faceless, deep within the Forsaken Library.\n

The wait is over the Ember and Blade Steam Next Fest Demo is live!

Thank you for all the support and excitement leading up to this moment. Weve been grateful for your patience and enthusiasm, and this build brings gameplay balance updates, localization fixes, and performance optimizations shaped by your feedback.

Heres whats new and improved in the latest demo build:\n

Gameplay Balance

• Increased Fenrixs base HP from 200 250

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• Reduced duration and tracking speed of Thornwalkers tentacle attacks (Act I mid-boss)

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• Baphomet ATK reduced from 25 15

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• Baphomet HP reduced from 350,000 330,000

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• Slightly reduced overall ATK of Arcanus

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• Decreased movement speed for certain monsters in Act II The Forsaken Library

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• Main Act bosses no longer scale HP/ATK with unpurified Arbor nodes\n

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Rewards & Progression

• Slightly reduced prices for items sold at Shays Hideout

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• Lowered activation cost of Faded Angel Statues

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• Increased HP Orb drop rate from elite monsters

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• Reduced Arbor node upgrade costs

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• Increased Dew (currency) drops in Act II

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• Lowered purchase cost of Artifacts

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\nFixes & Adjustments

• Fixed an issue where Relic Blueprints did not drop in Act II The Forsaken Library

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• Dash Attack, Regain, Divine Crescendo, and Flash Counter can now be purchased without acquiring Grace of Buds first

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• Corrected description text for Celestial Ripper

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• Fixed display and jackpot rate indication for Frenzied Spin

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• Fixed an issue in Arbors Crucible where the score continued accumulating past intended thresholds

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\nLocalization

Fixed incorrect language mapping between:

• French Spanish (Spain)

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• German Portuguese (Brazil)

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\nPerformance & Stability

• Fixed occasional freezes and crashes in certain environments

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• Improved error handling across multiple systems

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• Optimized UI rendering, effects, indicators, and monster spawning

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Weve poured a lot into this demo, and were thrilled to finally share it with you.

Enjoy your time in Arbor, and if you have thoughts, feedback, or favorite moments, wed love to hear them. Every bit helps us make Ember and Blade stronger for our launch!\n

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The gates to the Sanctuary are opening once again!

From October 1320, Ember and Blade returns for Steam Next Fest with a new, expanded demo that takes you deeper into the war against the Archdemon.

Heres what awaits you in the upcoming Ember and Blade - Demo:

• Act 2 unlocked Enter the Forsaken Library, where forgotten knowledge hides new dangers

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• New Angels Remiel and Galiliel descend, bringing fresh blessings to shape your path

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• Sharper combat Faster, smoother, and deadlier than before

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• Progression expanded Resurrection through the Sanctuary of Oblivion, plus meta-progression content to carry your power forward

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And for the first time, take on Arbors Cruciblean exclusive mode where you face endless waves of demons and fight for a place on the global survival leaderboard. (Unlocked after completing Act 2.)

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Remember: Demo progress will not carry over to launch, but every run matters.

What you share with us now helps forge the final experience.

Next Fest is our chance to fight alongside you.

Well be watching, listening, and learning as you carve your way through the Sanctuary.

Raise your blade, hunter. The Archdemon waits.

Team Nine Lives

Hello everyone,\n\nThis is J. Kim, Director of Ember and Blade.\n\nIts hard to believe two months have already passed since our last demo. Time has flown by, and once again I want to thank you for the incredible support, feedback, and enthusiasm you shared with us.\n\nSince then, the team has been focused on building new features, expanding content, and reviewing the feedback from our initial release. \n\nAnd Im excited to share that during Steam Next Fest this October, you will be able to play a new demo of Ember and Blade, featuring deeper story content, new blessings, progression systems, and meaningful changes shaped by our community.\n\n\n

TL;DR

Growth & Crafting

The Sanctuary of Oblivion

Fields & Combat

Act 2: The Forsaken Library

New Angels: Remiel & Galiliel

Shays Hideout

Community Feedback & Improvements

Closing Thoughts

Hello, Demon Hunters!\n\nWe\'ve got exciting news for everyone who joined the Ember and Blade Demo. Your footprints during the demo - every strike, every victory - have been gathered into a visual report: the official DEMO INFOGRAPHIC! \n\nOne brave hunter defeated Baphomet 12 times, while another took on the challenge 106 times!\n\nHow many demons did you defeat alongside Fenrix? Who stood out the most? \n\nFind out now in the Ember and Blade Demo Infographic!\n\nYour fierce passion during the demo has made this journey unforgettable. Stay tuned for the next chapter of Ember and Blade. It\'s only just begun.\n\n

We have released a minor update to address a few important issues following our previous patch.

As always, thank you for your feedback and support!\n

Hotfixes

• Fixed an issue where pressing the L3 button on Steam Deck/Linux triggered an unexpected error window.

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• Resolved a bug where Michaels Righteous Bladefall could leave the player in an unusable state if cast on a mid-boss that had already been marked as dead.

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• Corrected an issue where skill numbers were not displayed properly on certain operating systems.

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We recommend updating to the latest build to ensure the best possible experience.

If you encounter any further issues, please let us know through the Community Hub or via Discord.

We appreciate your continued support and look forward to bringing you more exciting updates for Ember and Blade!

Ember and Blade Team

Experience the Sound of Power and Dread

Were so excited to finally share a brand new track from the Ember and Blade soundtrack: Baphomets Theme. We poured a lot into capturing the power and mystery of Baphomet, and you can really feel that dark, tense energy throughout this piece.

Listen for those deep, brooding harmonies and moody texturesthey bring the looming presence of Baphomet right into the world of Ember and Blade.

Originally, we wrote this just for the Act 1 boss fight, but it quickly became one of our favorites in the studio. Honestly, we kept it on loop whenever we needed to focus, or just set the mood while working on the game.

Listen to Baphomets Theme on YouTube:

Let us know how it vibes for you.

Well be sharing more tracks from the OST as we get closer to launch. Stay tuned!

The Ember and Blade Team

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Ember and Blade Demo Challenge events!

We truly appreciate all the passion and skill you brought to the demo.

These were our very first challenge events, and while participation numbers were modest, your feedback and enthusiasm, especially on the leaderboards, were truly impressive!

Thanks to your insights, weve already rolled out a new patch, and well keep refining the experience together.

Now, its time to announce the winners of both events!

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Challenge #1: Crush the Devs

Winners:

DUFA

Challenge #2: Face the Demons

Winners:

DUFA*

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Ignis_rex

(*Some players are winners in both events. Since the number of eligible entries didnt exceed the prize pool, this is allowed under the official event rules.)

Prize Delivery Information

Winners will receive a friend request from our team via Steam.

Please accept the request by July 27, 2025 (23:59 KST.)

Steam Gift Cards will be delivered after being added as a Steam friend for at least 3 days, in accordance with Steams gifting policy.

If the request isnt accepted by the deadline, your prize may be forfeited.

\\[Note: Due to regional restrictions, Steam Gift Cards cant be delivered to some countries.]

Once again, congratulations to all the winners!

And to everyone who played the demo, gave feedback, or shared your thoughts thank you!

Your voices are shaping Ember and Blade, and were excited to continue this journey together.

We hope youll check out the latest patch and share your feedback!

More challenges are on the way. See you in the next round!

Ember and Blade Team

In this update, we have improved game performance, made important balance adjustments, fixed several bugs, and enhanced the user interface based on player feedback. Thanks for your continued supportplease stay tuned for upcoming improvements!

Important Fixes

• Reduced lag during initial effect triggers to improve overall performance.

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• Fixed an issue on certain PCs where camera shake and attack ranges were abnormally displayed.

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Balance Patch

• Reduced Blessing level 5 probability: 35% 25%

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• Increased Blessing 3-star (level 6) probability: 5% 15%

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• Increased Fenrix base HP: 200 240

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• Increased Fenrix base movement speed: 5.3 m/s 5.8 m/s

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• Fenrix ranged weapon movement speed now matches regular speed (4.2 m/s 5.8 m/s)

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• Improved Fenrix ranged weapon projectile damage and firing interval

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• Slightly increased Fenrix special attack damage

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• Increased dash regeneration: 0.2 dash/sec 0.25 dash/sec

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• Reduced Meteor Flower and Flame durations

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• Reduced enemy stats up to 6 minutes: HP decreased by 8%, ATK decreased by 40%

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• Adjusted Elite Banshee: removed brief invincibility after attacks, prevented knockback of Fenrix when attacked

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Bug Fixes

• Fixed an issue where Bark calls (e.g., ShrineSense, Use Artifact, Use Weakness Attack) triggered too frequently.

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• Fixed an issue where Baphomets HP remained high even after Arbor Reach purifications.

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UI Improvements

• Slightly moved Bark UI downward for better clarity.

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• Blessing backgrounds now change based on Star level to improve user experience clarity.

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• HP bars no longer appear for monsters with very low maximum health.

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Thank you for playing Ember and Blade!

Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve the game. We look forward to bringing you more exciting updates soon.

Ember and Blade Team

The Ember and Blade demo has been out for a little while now, and as development continues, your thoughts and impressions are incredibly helpful to us!

Whether its something you enjoyed, found confusing, or think could be improvedwe genuinely want to hear it.

Leave your feedback here

The feedback form only takes a few minutes, and every response helps us polish and refine the experience for future builds.

Thanks so much for being part of this journey with us.

Were reading everythingand building with you in mind.

Ember and Blade Team

Weve completed a new hotfix addressing several issues previously identified in the demo version.

The latest patch is now live, so whether youre launching the game for the first time or reinstalling, youll automatically have the newest versiondelivering enhanced stability and a smoother experience.

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We are currently working on a hotfix to address several issues discovered during the demo.

Among them, the VFX lag and sound volume adjustment problems will be prioritized and resolved first in an upcoming patch.

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Were back with another exclusive look!

Hey everyone, last time, we introduced six of the Sanctuarys central figures. Today, were pulling back the curtain on four more unique personalities. Together, they bring fire, chaos, discipline and a surprising amount of gardening.

Meet the next faces youll encounter on your journey:

Michael The Angel of Swords

My sword tolerates no mistakes. Are you ready to be tested?

Michael is a steel-willed angel who commands every room she enterswith a sword larger than most people's regrets. Her words are blunt, her discipline strict, but her tough love toward Fenrix hints at something deeper. Beneath the hard edge lies a buried softnessa rare kindness that only reveals itself when youve truly earned it. Which you havent. Yet.

• Mood: Tough-love grandma, stern, no-nonsense

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• Keywords: Giant sword, sharp tongue, battle-hardened grace

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Uriel The Angel of Clubs and Hammers

"Listen up, kid I'm a god of rock!"

If there's a wall, he'll smash it. If there's a stage, he'll steal it.

Uriel is heavens loudest angel, and proud of it. A Celtic punk rocker who dual-wields guitar riffs and hammer strikes, he treats battle like a mosh pit and believes every problem can be solved by louder music or by smashing things. Probably both.

• Mood: Beer-guzzling roadie uncle with a halo

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• Keywords: Lightning solos, broken amps, celtic tattoos

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Selaphiel The Angel of Fire and Flames

Trust me, I can match your smolder.

Every flame she conjures is flawless. Every compliment, dangerous.

Selaphiel lives to burn beautifully. Flirty, poetic, and occasionally inappropriate, she loves everything a little too much, especially pretty faces and sweets. But beneath the glitter and charm lies something darker.

• Mood: Hedonistic diva hiding a flickering void

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• Keywords: Smoky heels, charred silk, "just one more parfait!"

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Keke & Pea The Sanctuarys Maid and Page

Theyre a golem sibling created by Ariella to keep things running smoothly.

Keke is the responsible big sisterbright, spirited, and fiercely loyal. Pea, her chaotic little brother, believes every wall is a canvas and every passing thought deserves to be shared. Twice.

Together, they care for the Sanctuary and add a little warmth to a world teetering on the edge.

• Keke Mood: Spirited caretaker with a nurturing tone

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• Pea Mood: Pure chaos, full of wonder

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• Keywords: Innocence, plant on the head, porcelain skin.

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As Ember and Blades world expands, these characters will become a part of your storyeach one shaping your path in unexpected ways.

Stay tuned for more reveals, demo news and let us know which character you want to meet most!

The Ember and Blade Team

Ever wondered how the characters come to life?

Step into Ember and Blade's recording booth and witness the magic as Matt Bradford (Fenrix) and Alex Morgan (Baphomet) breathe soul and darkness into every line.

Each performance is packed with emotion that draws you deeper into the world of Ember and Blade. See for yourself how their voices transform written words into distinct personalities.

Watch the exclusive behind-the-scenes session and experience our dark fantasy adventure!

Play the Demo First!

The public demo arrives this July!
Add Ember and Blade to your wishlist now and be among the first to break the loop

Special Thanks

• To our talented voice actors for bringing depth and life to every character

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• Syndicate Creative Studio for their expert recording and direction

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• Musai Studio, our dedicated Korean partner, for making this journey possible

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Hello, Im Sean Jung, Art Director on Ember and Blade. This is my first time speaking to you directly, and I'm excited to share some thoughts in our second official devlog.

Were now approaching the one-year mark since the project began. Honestly, I didnt' expect to be writing like thisat least not this early. As someone used to communicating visually, stepping into this writing role still feels somewhat unfamiliar. Nonetheless, now feels like the right moment to discuss how I began building this world and where it's headed.

Looking back, my first steps with this project felt cautious and tentative.


A temporary loading screen from the demo, featuring a keepsake left behind by Fenrixs younger sister, Chloe.


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A First Step into the Unknown

Dark Fantasy, Reimagined with Grace

Whats Next

Hey everyone!

In-Game Currency Overview

Grace of the Arbor System Overview

How It Works

Build Planning, Your Way

Hey everyone,

Today, we're pulling back the curtain on six of the central figures shaping the world of Ember and Blade. As the Sanctuary begins to fracture under the weight of forgotten powers, these characters find themselves drawn into the heart of its unraveling fate. Each carries a different perspective, a different burdenand none of them are here by accident.

From quiet guardians to enigmatic guides, their paths are about to collide as the balance between light and darkness begins to shift. Youll meet them in moments of chaos, choice, and consequenceand as their stories unfold, so will your role in shaping what comes next.

Introducing the Characters of Ember and Blade!

Fenrix

Ariella

Kaliel

Haniel

Lumi

Baphomet

And thats just the beginning.

Want to see where it all leads?

Hi everyone,

We wanted to share something special from behind the scenes a track thats been with us since the earliest narrative explorations of Ember and Blade.

This is Ariellas Theme, composed to reflect her duality as a protector bound by duty, and a soul weighed down by memory.

The track is built around moments of stillness, restraint, and quiet sorrow.
Its melody drifts between sacred clarity and buried tension much like Ariella herself: distant, graceful, and never quite free.

This piece plays during key moments tied to her backstory.
Its more than a theme it sets the emotional tone for some of the most important scenes in the game.
Watch on YouTube

Thanks for following our journey.
More behind-the-scenes tracks and worldbuilding notes coming soon!

The Ember and Blade Team

What were we trying to make here?

Twelve Years Ago: A Project Left Behind

Back to Games, Once More

The Two Games That Inspired It All

The Influence of Soulslikes And the Fusion of Genres

The Birth of Ember and Blade

What Comes Next

• Mabinogi II Arena Nexon Korea
• Vampire Survivors poncle
• Hades Supergiant Games
• Shadow of the Colossus Sony Interactive Entertainment
• Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater Konami Digital Entertainment
• Prince of Persia (2008) Ubisoft Entertainment
• Death Stranding Kojima Productions / Sony Interactive Entertainment
• Balatro LocalThunk / Playstack
• Super Mario 64 Nintendo
• God of War Sony Interactive Entertainment
• Monster Hunter CAPCOM CO., LTD.
  

The official teaser page is now open for Ember and Blade!
Check out the official trailer, concept art, and the newest in-game screenshots,
with the latest news on development progression on social media!

(https://event.line.games/EmberandBlade)

The veil is lifting. Dare to see the truth?
Get exclusive updates firstvisit our teaser page now!

Add to your wishlist on Steam and get notified of the release!

Hey everyone, the Steam page is now officially open for the Survivors-like Dark Fantasy game Ember and Blade!


"A Soul Torn in Two, Truth Beyond Deaths"


Unravel the mystery of Ember and Blade

On the verge of death, the demon hunter Fenrix made a pact with an angel, forever binding himself in the twilight between life and death.
He jumps into the abyss where the seal of the archdemon is being breached, chasing the truth hidden deep within its shadows.

Who dares to destroy the seal of the archdemon?
What is the truth buried within the Sanctuary of Oblivion?

Lurking in the darkness are Asmodeuss demons
and Ariella, the mysterious guardian of the seal.

It's not long before Fenrix is embroiled in her tragic fate
as inevitable destruction draws near.

Defeat endless hordes of demons and forge your legend in the depths of darkness
Can you defy fate and break free from its endless cycle?




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We cant wait to show you whats next!
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