On January 26th, 'Vampir' hosted its fourth developer live stream on their official YouTube channel. PD Han Ki-hyun and Business Division Head Jung Seung-hwan were on hand to talk shop. The highlight of this broadcast was the roadmap for new content and a Q&A session—a necessary inclusion, as the previous group drawing video was light on actual answers. They also dropped some significant news regarding server shuffling. Here is the breakdown of what you need to know.

Vampir Dispatch: February and March Updates

The broadcast kicked off with the February update schedule, starting with a bang: server transfers will commence on February 9th. Given the shift to a 1v1 server matching rule, they are clearly looking to stir up some fresh rivalries. On February 11th, they plan to distribute restoration vouchers. It’s a move that directly addresses the persistent demands from the Vampir community in every live stream. These vouchers will cover weapons, armor, accessories, and artifacts.

February 25th marks the half-year anniversary since the official launch of Vampir. Since it conveniently coincides with the Lunar New Year holiday, they are planning a proper celebration. The main draw here is the opening of a special half-anniversary shop, which operates on an exchange system using event materials farmed in-game.

The real headliner, however, is the massive update on March 11th, which coincides with the opening of the Vampir global server. The global expansion will roll out in stages, starting with Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau. Naturally, Korean players are welcome to join the global server to play alongside international users. This update also marks the debut of the first new class, Akasha. Akasha is a melee specialist defined by rapid attack speed and high mobility. If that sounds like your cup of tea, they are releasing a class change ticket, along with a character appearance customization feature that includes gender swapping.

In terms of content, they are opening new areas in the Vezda region, which will naturally come with a new main questline. Expect a new world boss and an epic dungeon to test your mettle. On March 18th, the 'Bloodline' system will be added, providing fresh skills and a new growth experience.

More for Less: Vampir Q&A

Following the roadmap, the floor was opened for a live Q&A. It was a longer session than usual, likely to make up for the lack of interaction in the last broadcast. The first question tackled the perceived reduction in tournament prize pools. They clarified that this was due to an issue with the exchange tax accumulation logic that had to be addressed. Furthermore, since the current Vampir tournament structure has shifted from 3-server groups to 1v1 matchups, they explained that the change in prize distribution is a byproduct of the new format—though they argued that the 1v1 setup actually increases your chances of winning.

There was also a push to reduce the number of exchanges from four to two. The team’s response was measured: they are currently monitoring the transaction volume and frequency across server exchanges. As the integrated exchange moved from three to two, they are keeping a close eye on any dip in activity, promising to analyze the data and make adjustments with prior notice if deemed necessary. They also noted that class balance is under constant surveillance, with potential rebalancing planned for when the Akasha class drops.

A sharp question was raised regarding the synergy between class changes and weapon restoration vouchers. The answer was straightforward: when you use a restoration voucher after changing classes, it checks the gear status at the time of damage. In short, you cannot game the system by switching classes to gain an advantage. PD Han advised players to restore their equipment before initiating a class change.

Regarding the issue of 'PK griefing' on individual servers, they announced a significant increase in penalties for PK-focused players in the February update, signaling a firmer stance against random harassment. The main PVP stage, Gehenna, was also a hot topic, with players requesting an increase in player capacity. PD Han dashed those hopes for now, explaining that increasing capacity could lead to players from stronger servers flooding in, which would only widen the power gap. He believes that expanding the zones is a more effective solution.

One user asked how the Vampir global server will function. It appears to be a selection system where you choose between the existing Korean region and the global region when logging in. If you want to keep playing where you have been, stick to the Korean region; otherwise, select the global region. For those who want the nitty-gritty details, check out the live stream from 29:22 to 53:50. Best of luck out there.

Server Group Shuffling, February 4th Tournament Drawing

The final segment was the long-awaited Vampir server group shuffle. Given the recent changes to matching rules, they took the time to explain the criteria. Currently, server groups are tiered based on previous tournament results: 2-win servers in the Diamond tier, 1-win in Platinum, and 0-win in Gold. Shuffling occurs every two weeks, with higher-tier groups receiving bonus prizes in the preliminaries. The goal is to match servers of similar strength to ensure a fair and competitive environment.

The results of the drawing are listed below. The new shuffle takes effect on February 4th. Moving forward, there won't be a separate drawing broadcast; because the interval is so short, they plan to integrate the shuffling directly into the game so players can check in real-time. Don't worry, though—they promised that the live communication sessions are here to stay.