It is time for our guild spotlight, where we meet the adventurers who have banded together in 'Seven Knights Re:BIRTH' (hereafter 'SKRB'). We recently caught up with the 'JageunNuna' guild, a group that has gained notoriety for its meteoric rise. Within just a month of their formation, they have already cemented their place at the top of the guild content leaderboards—a true comet in the scene. We at KookminTree were curious about their connection to the 'Nuna' guild, which we previously suspected to be their base of operations. The members of JageunNuna were kind enough to share the behind-the-scenes story of their creation; check out the details below.

The PvE-focused all-star guild, 'JageunNuna'

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

A. Pleasure to meet you! We are JageunNuna, founded following the success of our first-generation guild, Nuna. While we operate independently, we share everything—guild war strategies, defensive team recommendations, and PvE builds—to grow together. We set our initial goals quite low, but after finding our footing, we achieved results that prove just how cohesive a new guild can be!

Q. What inspired the creation of this second guild?

A. The drive came largely from 'Hodu', who pushed for the creation of this second branch. Hodu was previously the guild master of the PvE-strong 'Cheongya' guild and later served as deputy guild master after joining Nuna. While most guilds in SKRB focus on PvP, Hodu wanted a sub-guild where members could focus more on PvE.

Understanding that vision, guild master 'DuduDeungJang' and deputy 'TaengTaengJwa' provided full support, and JageunNuna opened its doors just two weeks after the plan was conceived.

Q. What is the origin of your guild name?

A. Since we were branching off from Nuna, we knew the name would be crucial for our identity. We held a vote among members, and 'JageunNuna' was the winner. To put a bit of meaning into it, we’re looking at a structure where the first generation is 'KeunNuna' (Big Sister), we are 'JageunNuna' (Little Sister), and the third would be 'MaknaeNuna' (Youngest Sister). It’s a joke, but we are keeping the third guild creation on the table! (Laughs)

Q. What is your guild’s main selling point?

A. I suppose it’s the fact that our parent guild, Nuna, has a history of ranking at the very top. Having proven our capabilities, we’ve absorbed all the know-how from the first generation. As we refine our information-sharing system, we expect to offer even more tailored support for our members.

Q. What is the charm of the guild?

A. With the first generation, the biggest charm was maintaining a top rank without any micromanagement or constant nagging. It’s the same here at JageunNuna. You get to enjoy the top-tier rewards from guild content without any of the unnecessary stress.

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

A. We are currently looking for players with a minimum score of 24 million in 'God of Destruction' and a 'Legend' rank or higher in the Total War. It might sound like a high bar, but we are open to discussing it with anyone before joining. If we see passion in your resolve, we welcome anyone who shows growth potential.

PvE prospect, 'Awakened Hevnia'

Q. Is there a specific Siege Defense day you pay extra attention to?

A. We don't have a special day; we operate with the mindset of 'let's just do the basics for every Siege Defense.' If we notice a member's score slipping, we simply check to see if they are keeping up with the latest tactics and builds.

Q. What is your strategy for the 'Advent Expedition'?

A. First, our goal is to open the God of Destruction on Thursday. This schedule is designed to consider member fatigue, aligning with the guild war ceasefire period. Since it only requires a certain amount of damage before opening, it has a lower priority than other content. Furthermore, the use of God of Destruction boosts and target selection are left entirely to the members' discretion.

Q. Is there a specific point you are focusing on in guild PvE content?

A. Since we get new Awakened heroes with every update, there is always interest in their PvE viability. Recently, 'Awakened Dellons' and 'Awakened Hevnia' were the main topics. The former looked good on paper but was difficult to actually use, while the latter has become almost a mandatory party member. Our research shows a significant jump in scores when using Hevnia.

Q. We are curious about your assessment of the recently added Legend heroes.

A. First, 'Awakened Orca' is expected to have high versatility, similar to 'Kyle' and 'Lu Bu'. Like Hevnia, Orca is on our research list for PvE tactics. Many of our members are also looking at using Orca for guild war defensive teams.

Awakened Hellenia is a hero that works well with defensive and universal types in guild wars. Since there seem to be many weaknesses if placed in a defense team, we will likely use the hero primarily in offensive teams.As mentioned, Awakened Hevnia is an unexpected core hero for God of Destruction strategies. Being a rare grade makes it easy to raise, making it an essential pick for PvE.

We focused on PvE, but our guild war rank went up

Q. Among the original Seven Knights, who is the best pick chosen by JageunNuna members?

A. After taking a poll among our members, half of the 30 people voted for Phee. It was an overwhelming victory compared to the other original Seven Knights. Since many of our members are serious about the Advent Expedition, Phee's popularity is sky-high. We will work hard to support everyone until they reach 6-transcendence for Phee!

Q. What is JageunNuna’s current status and policy regarding guild wars?

A. Honestly, guild wars feel like the heaviest guild content. Like me, JageunNuna keeps the philosophy of 'let's just enjoy the game as a game.' No matter how you participate, guild wars are inherently stressful. So, we provide strategy guides for both offense and defense, and we value earnest participation over the win/loss record. If a member loses five times but followed the provided strategy and respected the matchups, we don't hold it against them. We are trying to minimize the pressure to win.

Q. Any memorable guild war opponents or episodes?

A. The battle against 'LuckyDay' recently was incredible. LuckyDay is a top-tier guild, so when we matched, I thought, 'Well, we’ll lose today,' and kept it light. But it turned into a cliffhanger, and we lost by a mere 200 points. Even the opposing guild master praised our defensive setup. We initially aimed for the top 100, but reaching the top 20s and trading blows with top-tier guilds is something I’m still grateful for.

Q. Does JageunNuna have any 'joker' picks for guild wars?

A. We were already using Hellenia before the current awakening. It was something of a joker pick, but now that the awakening is out, most guilds will likely use it. I’m curious to see how much the performance has actually improved. In a way, I’m proud of our guild's instinct for spotting Hellenia's potential early!

Q. What is the guild's assessment of the 'Real-time Arena'?

A. To be blunt, the assessment is mostly negative. Once the matchmaking time issue from the pre-season was resolved, it became a competition of who has the most free time. To climb the ranks, you naturally need to play more matches, but the rewards are not worth the time and effort, so many people have given up on it. Personally, I think it would be better to limit the number of attacks, like in other PvP modes.

Our next goal is to test our limits!

Q. Is there any guild member you would like to introduce or brag about?

A. I’d like to introduce our deputy, HoduMaruMiruMaru, whom I mentioned earlier. Coming from a background as a guild master of a PvE-focused guild, HoduMaruMiruMaru has deep expertise. It’s no exaggeration to say our current potential is entirely due to HoduMaruMiruMaru’s hands.

I am also grateful that HoduMaruMiruMaru brought some former Cheongya members along when we founded the guild. They spread positive influence regarding PvE, which boosted our guild's passion. HoduMaruMiruMaru even provides 1:1 consultations for members struggling with equipment settings. HoduMaruMiruMaru is truly the pride of JageunNuna.

Q. What is the future goal for the JageunNuna guild?

A. As of now, we have no specific goal. It hasn't even been a month since 30 people from different guilds gathered, and we haven't fully gauged the growth potential of our members yet. We’ve already far exceeded the initial goals set at the time of creation, so we need at least one more season to see where our limits lie. One thing is for sure: we are filled with the will to climb as high as we can! Isn't it a bit scary not knowing your own limits? (Laughs)

Q. Any wishes for SKRB, which has just reached its 400th day?

A. Compared to the early days of SKRB, I think the developers are listening and improving things from a user's perspective much more. While recent updates have been quite satisfactory, there are still some lingering points of anxiety. I don't think it meets everyone's needs regarding convenience or RNG factors yet. To be a game everyone can enjoy comfortably, the team needs to keep listening and reflecting on user feedback. I hope SKRB remains a game that everyone who loves the Seven Knights series can enjoy for a long time.

Q. Finally, a word for your guild members!

A. We’ve achieved results on a level far beyond what we initially expected. I think it’s fair to say we are now a top-tier guild that stands shoulder to shoulder with the first-generation Nuna. It’s all thanks to the passion and effort of our members.

When we provide guild war strategies, many members think of even better ideas, experiment, and share the results to help everyone grow. I applaud those who have spread this positive influence, and I will continue to work hard to cultivate an environment where we can enjoy and focus entirely on SKRB as we do now!