The limited operator 'Hui' makes a grand entrance in 'Hui's Encounter,' packing a punch with formidable elemental damage and versatile utility.

Yostar announced on the 17th that the 'Hui's Encounter' update is live for Arknights. This content drop brings a slew of additions, including event stages, new operators, a limited headhunting pool, and special daily login rewards. The event stages themselves are scheduled to run until the 7th.

Leading the charge are four new operators: 6-star recruits 'Hui' and 'Blaze the Igniting Spark,' alongside 5-star additions 'Surfer' and 'Xingzhu.' 'Hui' is the 12th fragment of the 'Sui' siblings, joining the ranks of fan-favorites like Chongyue, Ling, and Shu, and is already turning heads for an ability to deal specialized elemental damage. 'Blaze the Igniting Spark' sees the long-standing Guard favourite 'Blaze' pivot into a Caster role with a significantly more potent kit.

Clearing the event stages to complete limited missions will net players the 5-star operator 'Xingzhu,' pieces of the 'Zhengfeng Pavilion Teahouse' furniture set, module upgrade materials, and 'Incense.' These 'Incense' items can then be exchanged for various rewards, including tokens for 'Xingzhu' and headhunting permits.

Alongside this, the new limited headhunting event, 'Eternal Flame,' remains open until the 31st. This pool features the new 6-star 'Hui,' as well as the 6-star 'Blaze the Igniting Spark' and 'Surfer.' Furthermore, the pool includes returning 6-star operators 'Chongyue,' 'Ling,' and 'Shu.' Should luck not be on your side, 'Hui' is guaranteed upon reaching 300 pulls.

Beyond the characters, four new outfits from the '0011' design series are arriving, complemented by the 'Prayer for Peace' activity room and the 'Zhengfeng Pavilion Teahouse' furniture set. For those who missed out, 142 past operator outfits—including the 'Icefield Messenger' series-The Joyful Night's Maid (Goldenglow) and the 'Epoch' series-Wildness Behind (Honeyberry)—are being re-released. Various limited-time growth packages are also returning to the shop.

To keep the momentum going, logging in during the event period grants one free pull from the limited headhunting pool every day. Players will also receive one 'Festival Headhunting Permit' for a free 10-pull upon logging in. A 10-day cumulative login bonus provides furniture, module materials, and stamina recovery items, while the 'Lungmen Lottery' allows players to attempt a daily draw for Orundum twice.

Following the 'Hui's Encounter' update, a collaboration cafe will open its doors on the 18th at Animate Seoul Hongdae and Busan branches. Visitors can expect themed desserts, drinks, exclusive merchandise, and various on-site events.

In other news, Arknights recently showcased special content, including plans for commemorative offline events, during their 5.5-year anniversary livestream.

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