It is time for another guild interview, where we get to know the tight-knit adventurers of 'Seven Knights Re:BIRTH' (hereafter SKRB). The new Guild War season kicked off on August 28. We wish all you adventurers the best of luck in achieving your season goals.

For this installment, we sat down with the high-ranking guild 'Hwiyeon'. They proved their mettle by finishing last season in 84th place. This time, they are aiming for a spot within the top 50. Despite the inherent risk of revealing their tactical playbook, they shared some of their hard-earned Guild War secrets. Read on to discover the story of Hwiyeon, a group drawn together by fate.

Hwiyeon: A group drawn together by fate

Q. Please introduce your guild.

A. Hello! We are Hwiyeon, a guild that enjoys SKRB together under the slogan 'A group drawn together by fate'.

Q. What is the origin of the name Hwiyeon?

A. The Hanja 'Hwiyeon' (輝然) stands for 'shining brightly'. We think everyone plays this game for similar reasons: to see their own growth day by day and to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow guild members.

Just as individual starlight gathers to form a galaxy, our guild members' individual lights complete the name 'Hwiyeon'. We want to be a guild that shines ever brighter, finding joy in our growth beyond mere strength.

Q. That is a wonderful meaning. When was the guild founded?

A. We founded it on July 7, 2025, shortly after the SKRB launch. Many adventurers were looking toward the top ranks, and I was one of them. I thought it would be fun to gather like-minded people.

That is how Hwiyeon was born. I must mention that the dedication of our current deputy master, 'Sim-ri', was crucial to our rapid growth early on.

Q. How did you handle recruitment?

A. We mainly used the official SKRB lounge's recruitment board and open chat rooms. We also had people reach out in-game. Since we launched a bit late, it wasn't easy, but we grew by finding those who shared our vision.

Q. What is your guild's recruitment pitch?

A. Initially, we focused on finding founding members. Now that we are stable, we focus on being a high-ranking guild that minimizes stress. We want to be a place where you can enjoy the game without it interfering with your real life.

Q. What is the charm of the guild?

A. Hwiyeon is more than just a virtual group; it is a place where achievement in competition meets warm communication. We enjoy the challenge of climbing the rankings, but we also fill in each other's gaps through our chat rooms.

We also value steady growth. We believe individual progress becomes guild progress, and that true bonds are forged when we work together. Members can maintain their own pace while enjoying the synergy of the group.

Q. What kind of players are you looking for?

A. As shown in the image above, we are aiming high. Since we are preparing for Guild Wars, we look for players with a solid understanding of SKRB and good communication skills.

You don't have to force a 100% Critical Hit rate in Siege Warfare

Q. What are your recent Siege Warfare scores and rank?

A. We are consistently hitting SSS now. Although the meta shifted after the Biscuit release, we expect to keep breaking our high scores.

Q. Which Siege Warfare days are your strength?

A. The schedule is split between physical and magic damage days. Since our members have diverse decks, our scores are balanced across the board. We also have many 'all-rounders' who perform well every day, which adds stability.

Q. Any special know-how for Siege Warfare?

A. Our deputy master, Sim-ri, organizes the data. Sim-ri's tips on settings after the Biscuit update were invaluable, as was the content from YouTuber 'Ak-rim'.

Sim-ri emphasized that you don't necessarily need a 100% Critical Hit rate; balance is key. After sharing this, our overall guild score saw a noticeable jump.

Q. Which hero is currently top-tier for Siege Warfare?

A. We use Luri and Taka as our main damage dealers. They are irreplaceable. If you want to break high scores, investing resources into getting them to 6-transcendence is your top priority.

Q. We heard the new Legendary hero 'Biscuit' is making waves.

A. Exactly. The added Weak Point Attack buff makes our setup much more flexible. We can drop some Weak Point gear for other damage stats. Biscuit is a true all-rounder who also boosts survivability, making high-level raids much easier.

The 'Legendary Ring' you can guarantee from Adventure rewards

Q. How is your progress in the Infinite Tower?

A. After the stats were nerfed, I finished the climb to floor 250 immediately. Before the update, it was a struggle, but now it is much more manageable.

Q. Any tips for the tower?

A. No secret tricks. Personally, 6-transcendence Rin was the key. Using the skill cooldown reset upon enemy death, I cleared it easily with a 'Melcure - Rin - Yeonhee - Vanessa - Lina' composition. For tough floors, the trusty 'Instant Death Defense' team did the job.

Q. How about the Trial Tower after the difficulty adjustment?

A. It is now at a level where you can clear it within the season with a little effort. Getting 6 medals on certain floors is still hard, but the sense of achievement is real. The 120-medal border is a badge of honor that proves your dedication.

Q. Raid difficulty has been expanded. Any thoughts?

A. Getting the perfect '4-line' gear was a nightmare, and even then, rolling the right stats was tough. With the difficulty expansion, the drop rate for 3-4 line items has improved, making the gear grind much less painful.

Q. Most useful hero for PvE content?

A. Melcure is the king here. While Teo, Yeonhee, and Rin are great for clearing trash mobs, Melcure is essential for pushing through Adventure mode—especially for getting 3 stars.

Q. Which PvE content does the guild focus on the most?

A. Adventure mode. Rewards have improved, and with armor swapping restricted in Guild Wars, having a 'Legendary Ring' is vital. Getting these from clear rewards has made Adventure mode high-priority.

Hwiyeon's Guild War ace: 'Colt'

Q. Any memorable Guild War opponents from last season?

A. Our match against 'Spear and Shield' stands out. The guild master reached out to have a good match, and that sense of gentlemanly competition made it a lot of fun.

Q. The new Guild War season is here.

A. Everyone has been working hard on their stats and deck builds, so we expect better results than last season. We are researching hard to reach our goal.

Q. Any 'joker' picks for Guild War?

A. Our member 'Junzme' uses a 'Platon - Colt' combination. It has counters, but we find the balance to be very effective.

Q. Any recommendations for Guild War setups?

A. Look at 'Gakseogi's' Colt build. We actively use the 'Colt - CC Dealer' combo. Combining stealth and power passives with the Legendary Ring makes for insane sustainability. The combo of Colt's bombs and other CC units is the current meta.

Q. Who is Hwiyeon's signature hero for Guild War?

A. As mentioned, it has to be Colt. Everyone in the guild builds Colt. With survivability, firepower, CC, and turn-based buff reduction, Colt is the ultimate PvP hero.

Q. What about those who focus on the Arena?

A. Many of our members are high-ranked, so it is hard to pick just one. I will nominate myself! (laughs) I made it into the top 0.9% using a Platon Magic deck.

Q. Best pick among the three old Seven Knights?

A. For Guild War positioning, Rozy is priority number one. The versatility and base stats are on another level. With HP-scaling defense, damage immunity when HP is below 50%, and the 'Guardian' set, Rozy is incredibly stable.

Adding stability to maintain our high rank!

Q. Any guild members you want to brag about?

A. That would be our deputy master, Sim-ri. Without Sim-ri, handling recruitment and guild management alone would have been impossible. We share a similar playstyle and complement each other perfectly. I am always grateful and learning from Sim-ri.

Q. What is the guild's future goal?

A. To maintain a stable high rank. Our goal is to break into the top 50 with minimal stress. We will keep climbing, one step at a time.

Q. Any offline meetups planned?

A. Not currently. Everyone is busy with real life. Maybe if we find another game to play together in the future, we could consider it.

Q. Any wishes for SKRB?

A. It is a game we have loved since the original, so we hope it lasts a long time. We want a game where the developers listen to the players, and players trust the developers in return.

Q. A final word to the guild members!

A. I want to thank all our members once again. Hwiyeon has come this far thanks to your collective effort. Let’s keep pushing toward our goals together. Fighting!

And good luck to all the adventurers out there playing Seven Knights Re:BIRTH!