Look, let us be honest, managing a guild is tough work. It is time for another guild interview, where we catch up with the tightly-knit adventurers of Seven Knights Re:BIRTH. August 6 marked the grand opening of a brand new guild war season, and we are already hurtling towards the halfway mark. Wishing all you adventurers the absolute best of luck in smashing those seasonal goals.

The guild we are featuring today goes by the name of Tokyo, a collective where members pull together to weather any storm. With their active roster shrinking slightly of late, the members of Tokyo are carefully picking apart every single match and combat round in the guild wars. Even in the face of such adversity, they refuse to lose their smiles, thoroughly enjoying the content while marching steadily towards their ultimate ambition: breaking into the top 200 in guild wars. The secret behind this relaxed demeanor lies entirely within Tokyo's unique atmosphere. Let us dive right into their story.

Connecting Daily Life and Seven Knights Re:BIRTH in Tokyo

Q. Could you give us a brief introduction to the guild?

A. Greetings! We are the Tokyo guild, having stayed active consistently since the early days of Seven Knights Re:BIRTH. Unlike other long-standing guilds that trace their lineages back to the original Seven Knights, we wear our badge as an early-launch guild with immense pride.

Q. What is the origin of the guild name?

A. It is literally taken from the Japanese capital in kanji. Since the current guild master is actually the second to hold the title, the exact origins remain slightly shrouded in mystery. The founding guild master likely lived in Tokyo at the time, hence the name.

Q. How would you describe the general vibe within Tokyo?

A. Looking across the entire roster, the age range is quite broad. While we all crossed paths through Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, everyone places real life first. We actively encourage members to take care of their daily routines before worrying about guild content. Even so, nobody neglects Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, and we boast plenty of fiercely passionate members.

Furthermore, the guild's open chatroom is always buzzing with discussions regarding the game. Real-life anecdotes occasionally sneak in, keeping the conversations lively across multiple topics. On top of that, it is an absolute goldmine for tips on guild content, hero builds, and general advice. Sharing the latest intel, answering questions, bragging about lucky drops, playfully teasing one another, and celebrating milestones together creates a truly wonderful atmosphere!

Q. What would you say is your primary recruitment hook?

A. Alongside the wealth of shared information in our open chatroom, we maintain a rigorous approach to tracking guild content scores. We have a dedicated member who meticulously organizes and shares the data. This allows everyone to easily spot their personal weaknesses and figure out what to research next. We also spotlight the guild member who boosts their score the most during weekly siege battles, while tracking who excels at attacking and defending in guild wars. A strong culture of mutual praise, celebration, and gratitude for top contributors has naturally taken root here.

Q. What is the main charm of Tokyo?

A. Rather than enforcing a rigid, suffocating focus solely on guild duties, our softer environment is arguably Tokyo's greatest asset. While we emphasized strategies and data sharing earlier, the actual atmosphere is remarkably gentle. Although we cannot offer physical prizes, we loudly celebrate whoever takes first place in siege battles, attacking, and defending, broadcasting everyone's hard work. Cheering each other on forms our core foundation.

Above all, the depth of character among our members is unmatched. They give their absolute all to whatever they tackle, driving up participation enthusiasm and shaping the guild's mood. Tokyo is simply a place where ordinary members get to shine the brightest.

Q. What kind of new recruits are you looking for?

A. It might sound like a given, but we prefer people who hold a deep affection and passion for Seven Knights Re:BIRTH and genuinely enjoy whatever they do. We politely decline players who only intend to stay briefly; we want folks who will stick around and forge lasting bonds. It is always heartbreaking when someone leaves just as we start getting attached. Casual socializing is totally fine, as long as you are ready for a long-term journey with us.

PvE Content Motto: Enjoying It Comfortably!

Q. What is your strategy for the Advent Expedition?

A. Things are pretty relaxed before we breach the Destroyer. Everyone tackles their preferred Four Old Lords freely. When the update first dropped, charging in blindly caused a minor stir internally, but everyone is so used to the mechanics now that there are no special restrictions. We usually break into the Destroyer around days 7 to 8 anyway, so entry tickets do not go to waste.

Once the Destroyer unlocks, aiming for the highest possible score becomes standard procedure, though we never micromanage individual scores. Consequently, the entry barrier for the Advent Expedition is quite low. Everyone handles their responsibilities independently, keeping things nicely breezy.

Q. Are there any particular points of interest in guild PvE content?

A. Not much has caught our attention lately. Keeping a loose eye on the Advent Expedition is about as far as it goes. Since rewards vary slightly, we do try to sneak into the top 10% if possible. However, we never treat it as an absolute priority—it is more of a casual 'let us grab better loot if we can' mindset.

Q. Are there any specific siege days you pay extra attention to?

A. Siege battles follow the exact same philosophy as the Advent Expedition. If a groundbreaking siege build surfaces, we rapidly share the info and adapt accordingly. Days without major shifts are left entirely to individual autonomy. With the recent debut of Seorang, physical attack parties shifted slightly, so we kept a close eye on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday when those characters shine.

Q. What are your thoughts on the recently added legendary heroes?

A. First off, Seorang is the main damage dealer for offensive decks we have seen in a while. She had plenty of punch to dethrone Lu Bu, who had reigned supreme for a considerable period, and everyone loves how cleanly she smashes through defensive setups. Moreover, it is fantastic that such a powerful hero features a Korean concept, and her character design is gorgeous—she arrived at just the right moment.

Dongyoung is the hero who dragged magic decks up from the murky depths back to the surface. Since Director Kim primarily ran a magic deck, the reveal was an absolute delight. Pulling out the main deck after all this time brought sheer happiness. Throwing Dongyoung into actual combat proved that the deck could stand toe-to-toe with pretty much anything, cementing a true game-changer status. As a side note, Yeonhee happens to be the absolute favorite character of Director Kim, which made the return of a viable magic main deck even sweeter. Having a male character join an otherwise pristine female magic deck squad felt slightly regrettable, but the sheer gratitude for pushing magic decks back onto the rails outweighs everything else.

Yungun followed right on Dongyoung's heels as the second consecutive magical ranged hero released in two weeks. Reading the update notes, the first impression was that Freya was finally stepping down, and that prediction hit the mark. If Dongyoung fished magic decks out of the water, Yungun strapped a jet propeller to the back. Even so, the fact that Yungun is male remains slightly unfortunate. Since the sheer performance makes it impossible to bench him, it creates quite a dilemma! (Laughs)

Burning 5 Guild War Tickets is Mandatory! Keep the Formations Light Though

Q. Out of the five old Seven Knights, who is the top pick among Tokyo members?

A. Having just talked about magic decks, personal bias points straight to Melia as the top pick! However, the collective opinion of our guild members unfortunately rests on Gelidus. Asking for the reasoning brought a painfully realistic response: Gelidus allows for four-fodder farming on floor 15 of the Fire Element Dungeon. Hearing that argument made Melia slip entirely out of mind. Acknowledging that grinding dungeon fodder trumps all else, total acceptance followed instantly.

Besides, tossing Gelidus into the arena leads to plenty of hilarious scenarios. Watching the character single-handedly pull off a 3:1 turnaround using ice poles makes Gelidus the absolute king of unmitigated RNG chaos.

Q. What is Tokyo's current status and policy regarding guild wars?

A. We do not take guild wars overly seriously, so there are no rigid battle orders. We simply mark off-limits attack zones in the morning and let everyone target whoever they fancy—a thoroughly laid-back approach. However, we do pay minor attention to defensive rosters. We outline a basic framework suggesting certain key members lock in specific defense teams, making adjustments only when glaring weaknesses appear. Sharing well-known counter matchups ensures we squeeze out wins efficiently.

Despite keeping things light, consuming all five daily guild war tickets is mandatory. Since we treat other guild content more casually, the rule of thumb is to put extra effort into guild wars.

Q. Which heroes stand out as uniquely popular in guild wars?

A. Several faces come to mind, but Lu Bu definitely steals the spotlight. Inspecting our defensive setups reveals that Lu Bu claims a slot in virtually every single member's defense team. Scanning opposing guilds shows Lu Bu acting as a persistent thorn in everyone's side. It remains astonishing that months after release, Lu Bu is still a powerhouse. Having only recently stepped down from the arena, the sheer stat pool of Lu Bu is truly palpable.

Q. What are your thoughts on the Real-Time Arena season within the guild?

A. The content feels rather heavy, making it tough to muster the energy. It is not wildly popular among our members. While it makes sense as an activity after clearing everything else, building three main-grade parties while managing ban-and-pick strategies based on counters presents quite a steep hurdle.

Q. How was the Advanced Arena featuring the 'Accessories Excluded Mode'?

A. With Seven Knights Re:BIRTH crossing its first anniversary, power creep has definitely set in. Legendary accessories still carry a hefty burden, though numerous events like 'Accessory Restoration Tickets' were hosted to mitigate it. Accessory power levels feel reasonably standardized now.

Amidst these shifts, plenty of heroes emerged who function brilliantly even without rings, which likely inspired this experimental arena mode. Even so, opening an 'Accessories Excluded' season feels like a premature judgment. At the very least, launching it without a test or preseason phase straight into a regular season felt jarring.

Launching the Advanced Arena under accessory-free conditions from day one would have invited far less backlash. From that perspective, the feature feels introduced far too late, presenting a tangled web of issues. Observing a full season proved that balances were warped far worse than regular arenas. Removing accessories amplified the impact of individual skills, driving up frustration tied to sheer skill RNG.

Shaking up the content environment this drastically while handing out identical rewards to previous Advanced Arena runs feels somewhat unjust. Only the players who meticulously prepped for the traditional Advanced Arena bore the losses. Leaving behind an accessory-free arena separate from a dedicated preseason feels like a missed opportunity.

Even Tokyo Will See Spring After Winter Passes

Q. Are there any specific guild members you want to introduce and brag about?

A. Introducing 'Perfect Attendance' and 'Cosmic Star', who have been with Tokyo since day one! Perfect Attendance reached the pinnacle of defensive decks within Tokyo. Boasting gear specs close to the ultimate dream of every defense-deck user alongside a mountain of legendary crafted rings, Perfect Attendance pours everything into Seven Knights Re:BIRTH and serves as the guild's crown jewel.

Cosmic Star acts as the spiritual pillar of the guild. Surviving various crises was only possible because Cosmic Star firmly anchored the management until the very end. Cosmic Star is a warm-hearted individual who constantly looks out for the mental health of guild mates and offers comfort.

Furthermore, both individuals double as chatroom mood makers, making a Tokyo without them completely unimaginable. Words cannot properly express gratitude for their relentless hard work. Thank you both so much for always keeping the guild bright!

Q. What are Tokyo's future goals?

A. Breaking into the top 200 in guild wars serves as our primary objective. With our active roster dipping slightly and fresh recruitment proving sluggish, hitting that target looks admittedly tough. Even so, retaining our spot in the major guild war league remains the priority, making this the moment for everyone to pull together. Abandoning guild wars simply because our headcount sits below 30 is out of the question. Giving it our all to eliminate future regrets leaves us with no choice but to push harder. Let us all fight on!

Q. Are there any plans for an offline meetup?

A. No offline meetups are currently planned, though the possibility remains open. A handful of guild members crossed paths during the 0.5-anniversary event, so official gatherings would certainly expand chances to leave an impression. While rounding up every single member proves difficult, the thought of gathering a subgroup to carve out precious memories crosses the mind frequently. Let us definitely try meeting up if the right opportunity arises someday!

Q. What are your wishes for Seven Knights Re:BIRTH?

A. Recently, Seven Knights Re:BIRTH has pondered deeply over how to handle new and returning players. Running relevant events and rolling out improvement updates marks a genuinely positive shift. However, paying attention to retaining veteran users is vital now. From a guild master's perspective, this metric hits closest to home. Recruiting guildmates becomes harder by the day as competition intensifies. An update geared toward existing players feels long overdue.

Narrowing the gap between users is fine, but continuously leaning into RNG mechanics to close that gap feels disappointing. Please take care so that users who hold deep affection for the Seven Knights series do not feel driven away. Through various trials and tribulations, the game has turned into a sore thumb of sorts, but personal support for it will continue.

Q. Lastly, a word to your guild members!

A. With shrinking roster numbers lately, this phase brings plenty of varied concerns. Rather than holding grievances toward the guild, many seem to be taking temporary breaks from the game. Even so, the guildmates sticking by Tokyo right now are deeply precious and appreciated. Growing intensely attached to each and every person makes letting go nearly impossible. Parting ways due to inactivity breaks the heart completely. Remaining together with the current crew until the absolute end is the dream, so let us all keep fighting! Love you all, Tokyo guild members!