Hunters,
Update 2.4 is live and brings with it our brand-new Event, Judgement of the Fool. Our latest live Event features new game mechanics, The Fool’s Hideout, and of course a ton of rewards.
Backstory & Rewards
The story of the Event is a tragic tale of vengeance. The Fool, originally known as Doc Redmartin, once peddled a toxic miracle cure before he was disfigured by his victims. Now, he’s on the run from The Pale Judge, a fallen lawman delivering justice on behalf of fate itself with the draw of a tarot card. The Fool is aided by Dorothy Alice, the last survivor of the once respectable Alice Family, who shelters him at her ruined homestead in Stillwater Bayou. And in the shadows hides The Prescient, an occult detective who has returned to seek the truth behind the omen of Orwellian Effigies re-appearances across the bayou and the gulch.
Some of the awesome rewards on offer include Hunters such as The Fool (which comes with two variants: Outlaw & Fugitive) and The Pale Judge. Equipment Skins that are up for grabs are Blind Justice (Terminus), Death Sentence (Throwing Spear), and Crypt Seal: Sniper (Sparks).
We are excited to unveil The Brute, a formidable offspring of Ursa Mortis. This creature will be stealthily pursuing its bleeding prey, so hunters should remain vigilant … particularly in forested areas!
The Fool’s Hideout
A new area has been introduced, known as The Fool’s Hideout. Here, players can utilize their Pledge Marks to unlock Sealed Rewards.
Within the confines of The Fool’s Hideout, you can discover various rewards, including the new Trait Wager Spur (which allows players to exchange one Pledge Mark for a random, regular Trait), Restoration Kit, a Master Clue (which reveals the locations of all Boss Targets), a Sealed Bounty Token, and more. These items are available once per Mission.
One of the new mechanics in the Event is the new Catalyst Trait. This Catalyst Trait unlocks powerful Conditional Trait Effects for specific Traits when they’re equipped on your Hunter.
Additionally, you can look forward to previous Event-exclusive Traits, such as the Corpse Seer and Gunrunner Traits.
Keep in mind that these Traits will no longer be available once the Event concludes. However, you might still encounter them alongside other Sealed Traits, which will always be accessible at The Fool’s Hideout!
Other Sealed Rewards available in The Fool’s Hideout (as well as at various Supply Points, Arsenals, and Watchtowers on the map) include the Four Shot Boon, Experience Boon, Sealed Cash Registers, and more.
DeSalle
We are thrilled to announce the return of DeSalle! This beloved map has been revitalized with significant enhancements, made possible by the capabilities of our new CRYENGINE.
Key locations such as Kingsnake Mine, Pearl Plantation, Moses Poultry, Fort Bolden, Darin Shipyard, and Pelican Island Prison have been refined, offering new options and tactical choices for players. We've introduced windows, ladders, doors, new pathways, and strategic access points have been added to promote more dynamic gameplay.
Additionally, minor gameplay improvements have been implemented in the Stanley Coal Company, Forked River Fishery, Ash Creek Lumber, and Reeves Quarry compounds, enhancing the overall gameplay experience and player flow.
In case you missed it, be sure to check out our trailer here, showcasing DeSalle in all its glory.
Weekly Challenges
We are revamping our approach to Weekly Challenges and Event pacing. Individual Weekly Challenge Event Point rewards will now range from 500 to 1000 EPs per challenge. However, the overall length of the Event has been significantly extended, allowing players to earn more Event Points at their own pace. Weekly Challenge sets will now consist of only 5 challenges instead of 6, making it easier to complete each set.
Although the total number of challenges per week may have decreased, we have subsequently increased the reward for one challenge per week from 10 Blood Bonds to 20, so the total awarded through weekly challenges remains unchanged compared to previous events at 50 BBs per week
Twitch Drops
We will also be running a Twitch Drops campaign, and this time you can earn all the rewards on your own time. It runs from today until July 9th, 2025 (3pm UTC). Some of the rewards up for grabs include Lavish Farewell (Pax), a new Charm, a new Equipment Animation, and, of course, Supply Crates. For more info including how to set up your account, check out our FAQ here.
It’s time to face fate. See you in Judgement of the Fool, Hunters!
Your Hunt: Showdown 1896 team