Welcome back to another Weekly Forum Highlight for 'Seven Knights Re:BIRTH' (hereinafter Seven Knights Re:BIRTH). It’s that time of the week, and we’re diving into a refreshingly cool update to help you beat the heat. New heroes Dong-yeong and Nox have received their awakening, accompanied by a fresh scenario event to greet our adventurers. You can also snag some generous rewards, including Shane’s swimsuit costume and a legendary accessory. We’ve rounded up all the latest news and community chatter in this week's report.

'Midsummer Salt Island Vacation' Begins

With the summer heat hitting its peak, Seven Knights Re:BIRTH clearly felt the need for a cool getaway. Right on cue, the 'Midsummer Salt Island Vacation' scenario event has launched, bringing a seasonal theme and a host of related festivities.

The guest list for this event is quite extensive, featuring a crowd of popular characters like Rin, Shane, Luri, Nata, and Seon-ran—all of whom have been given the swimsuit treatment. I suppose now we know why they’ve been drip-feeding us swimwear costumes all this time. You can dive into the curious secrets behind their hidden vacation. Plus, for those eyeing the new swimsuit for Shane, you can grab the Rare-grade costume simply by checking in. Don’t miss the final 7th-day reward of the 'Summer Hot Attendance' event, which includes a 5-star legendary accessory chest.

We have news on new heroes, too. Once the vacation fun settles down, it’s time for some chills with a horror-themed twist. Following Seon-ran, the latest Korean-inspired hero, the grim reaper Dong-yeong, has arrived. Dong-yeong is currently the talk of the town on the official lounge, thanks to the new 'Poison' debuff effect. With added 'Fear' debuffs and fixed damage, Dong-yeong is proving quite useful for the previously struggling magic deck compositions.

The veteran hero Nox has also unleashed the power of awakening. This update enhances the existing instant-death effects, while the new awakening skill 'Abyssal Sword Wind' brings instant-death, buff removal, and team-wide skill cooldown reduction to the table. Nox had been falling behind other heroes in the so-called 'Instant Death Defense Deck' meta, but many adventurers are predicting a grand comeback. For all the granular details on this update and the ongoing events, do pay a visit to the official Seven Knights Re:BIRTH lounge.

Q. Which '5-star Legendary Accessory' should I pick?
A. We recommend the versatile 'Authority' ring.

Thanks to the aforementioned Summer Hot Attendance event, every adventurer now has an easy path to a 5-star legendary accessory. While you can't exactly choose the reward type, plenty of novice adventurers are still asking about the specific uses for each. Moreover, recent newcomers have access to a selection chest, leaving many in a bit of a dilemma.

There is no single 'correct' answer, but the KookminTree suggestion is to hold onto it if you don't need it immediately. The most ideal approach is to see what you get from the current attendance event first. However, if you need to make an early decision to clear the Tower of Infinity or other adventure stages, we recommend the highly versatile Authority ring.

The standout feature of the Authority effect is the continuity of buffs. Unlike immortality or revival, it allows a character to endure lethal damage while keeping their active buff effects intact. This is incredibly useful in both PvP and PvE. Keep this in mind as you tackle the recently ramped-up difficulty of the Tower of Trials or tougher adventure stages.

Which hero would you take on a vacation?

Beyond the in-game scenario event, the official lounge is hosting its own fun summer activity. They are currently running a poll featuring eight characters kitted out in their finest swimwear. The theme? 'Which hero would you want to take on a vacation this summer?'

The candidates include eight heroes, with the new arrival Dong-yeong joining veterans like Eileene and Vanessa. The kicker here is the reward tied to each hero. The hero who receives the most votes determines the gift provided to all adventurers, such as 10 'Exclusive Equipment Wish Summon Tickets' or 1,000 'Embers of Inner Flame'. Since all the rewards are quite tempting, focus on the theme and vote for the hero you’d actually like to spend the summer with.

'Ring-dan' PvE Guild Recruitment

The Ring-dan guild, which values passion and a drive for growth, is currently seeking new members. Ring-dan is a veteran guild that has recently ranked in the top 10 for guild raids throughout the week, 81st in the Minor League of Guild Wars, and within the top 10% of the Advent Expedition. With strong momentum this season, the guild plans to break into the Major League soon. As they face this crucial period, they are looking for fresh talent.

Ring-dan is specifically recruiting for PvE content. They are looking for adventurers who enjoy guild raids, boss battles, and the Advent Expedition. The application requirements involve specific scores for daily raids, total damage against the god of destruction, and participation in an open chat room, as shown in the promo image. Even if you don't perfectly meet every requirement, if you have the drive and passion to grow, feel free to knock on their door.

The chilling new hero, 'Grim Reaper Dong-yeong'

Following Seon-ran, the Korean-inspired hero Dong-yeong has arrived. Since the debut, magic-type heroes have been making waves in PvP. The magic deck, which had been stagnant for some time, has finally found some breathing room thanks to Dong-yeong, and the official lounge is flooded with reviews focusing on this resurgence.

Looking at the lore, Dong-yeong’s story is deeply intertwined with the abyss. Dong-yeong was an official who ruled a province in 'Shinji'. Known for being an arrogant figure who abused power to exploit the people, Dong-yeong was eventually punished by the blade of a warrior. Afterward, the vengeful spirits of those sacrificed by Dong-yeong consumed Dong-yeong, only to pull Dong-yeong back from the threshold of death.

In the game’s narrative, this reborn version of Dong-yeong is described as an 'Abyssal Monster' reborn through Judas's protection. Perhaps it serves as a reminder to pay for past sins rather than finding peace in death. The wallpapers below feature Dong-yeong’s standard standing image.