Challenges

# **2019**

## (10/3/2019) CHALLENGE #1 - OCT 3-6 - EXTREME DASH DAMAGE

Objective - *Reach the T2 Boss with the highest amount of Dash Damage as possible.*

Verification Method - *Picture of Player HUD in Final Room*

Reward - *The top 3 will receive a special customized 'Challenge Winner' Discord role will be activated until the end of the next challenge.*

## (10/10/2019) CHALLENGE #2 - OCT 10-13 - No Damage Run: T1 Boss

Objective - Defeat the T1 boss without taking any damage from enemies during your entire run.

Verification Method - Video of entire run(start to defeat of T1 boss). Maximum 1 entry per person for this challenge. It also must be a new run, can't be from before today, 10/10.

Reward - Players who successfully accomplish this run will be entered in a raffle, and 3 winners will receive a swag package of Until You Fall goodies

## (10/17/2019) CHALLENGE #3 - OCT 17-20 - No Damage Run: Full Clear

Objective - Play through all levels and defeat all bosses without taking any damage from enemies.

Verification Method - Video of entire run, start to finish. Maximum 1 entry per person for this challenge. It also must be a run done during this challenge time frame(meaning you cannot submit a past recording if you’ve done this before).

Reward - Players who successfully accomplish this run will be entered in a raffle, and 3 winners will receive an Until You Fall poster and t-shirt! This challenge is open for everyone, regardless of location.

## (10/24/2019) CHALLENGE #4 - OCT 24-27 - Daggers Only

Objective - Play through all levels and reach the T2 Boss using Daggers Only.

Verification Method - Screenshot/photo of your weapon inspection in the Final Room

Reward - Players who successfully accomplish this run will be entered in a raffle, and 3 winners will receive a swag package of Until You Fall goodies. This challenge is open to everyone! Good luck!

## (10/31/2019) CHALLENGE #5 - OCT 31-NOV 3 - Heavy Handed, with a Halloween twist!

Objective - Reach the T2 Boss with Mistcutter and Heartsplitter, WHILE WEARING YOUR HALLOWEEN COSTUME!

Verification Method - 2 Photos: Picture of Weapon Inspection UI in Final Room, and a picture of you in your Halloween costume and your VR headset, holding a piece of paper that has your Discord username and the date on it as proof of identity

Reward - Players who successfully accomplish this run will be entered in a raffle, and 3 winners will receive a *SIGNED* Until You Fall poster, as well as some stickers and a thundersword. This challenge is open to everyone! Good luck!

## (11/11/2019) CHALLENGE #6 - NOV 7-NOV 10 - Big Health Limit

Objective - Reach the T2 Boss with the highest amount of Max Health possible.

Verification Method - Picture of Player HUD in Final Room

Reward - Top 3 highest health runs will receive exclusive Until You Fall artwork and mobile wallpapers.

## (11/14/2019) CHALLENGE #7 - NOV 14-NOV 17 - No trait-upgrades run!

Objective - Reach the T2 Boss without any trait upgrades!

Verification Method - Picture of Player HUD in Final Room

Reward - Entries that complete the challenge will be entered into a raffle, and 3 winners will be chosen. This week’s winners will receive the Challenge Champion discord role until the end of the next challenge!

## (11/21/2019) CHALLENGE #8 - NOV 21-NOV 24 - Most Aether collected in one full run!

Objective - Run through the end of Tier 3(defeating the Aether Horror is optional), collecting as much Aether as you can.

Verification Method - Picture of cash out screen at the end.

Reward - WINNER WINNER AETHER DINNER! Top 3 highest amounts of Aether collected will receive stickers, thunderswords, and sweatbands!

If there are ties for the top, those entries will be entered into a raffle to determine final winners.(edited)

## (11/28/2019) CHALLENGE #9 - NOV 28-DEC 2 - No Healing!

Objective - Clear the entire run without ever taking a Shard of Vitality (Restore Health).

Verification Method - Video of full run.

Reward - Anyone that successfully completes the challenge will be entered into a raffle to determine final winners.

**Prizes - Stickers, an Until You Fall t-shirt**

## (12/05/2019) CHALLENGE #10 - DEC 5-DEC 8 - Level 1 Weapons!

Objective - Reach the T2 Boss with Level 1 weapons only.

Verification Method - Picture of weapon inspection UI in T2 boss room

Reward - Anyone that successfully completes the challenge will be entered into a raffle to determine final 3 winners.

Prizes - stickers, a sweatband, and a poster!

## (12/12/2019) CHALLENGE #11 - DEC 12-DEC 15 - Big Crit Limit!

**Objective - Reach the T2 Boss with the highest Critical Combo Limit possible.**

**Verification Method - Picture of Player HUD in T2 boss room**

Reward - The 3 highest critical combo limits will receive the exclusive Discord Challenge Champion role!

## (12/19/2019) CHALLENGE #12 - DEC 19 - JAN 2 - Speed Run: Full Clear!

**Objective** - Clear the entire run as quickly as possible. Normal+

**Verification Method** - Video **or** screenshot of the final cash out screen with your speed run timer visible.

**Reward** - Fastest speed run receives the ultimate Schell Games & Until You Fall prize package! Stickers, thunder swords, Schell Games swag, $25 Amazon Gift Card, and an Until You Fall t-shirt(shirt is not pictured)

*Entries are open until 11:59PM ET on January 2nd, and the official winner will be announced on Friday, January 3rd at 12:30PM ET*

# **2020**

## (1/17/2020) CHALLENGE #13 - JAN 17 - JAN 31 - Back to Basics

**Objective** - Get as far as you can using only the level 1 starting weapons (Rokari Keenblade & Arming Sword) on Normal, Hard or Nightmare difficulty

**Verification Method** - Video of full run (be sure to show your weapon inspection at the start of the run)

**Reward** - For each difficulty, whoever can get the farthest (and if there are ties, names will be entered into a raffle and a winner will be chosen at random) will receive exclusive early access to download a song from the as-yet-unreleased Until You Fall soundtrack! The top 3 per difficulty will also get access to the Challenge Champion role!

## (2/13/2020) February Challenge - People’s Choice Faction Edition: Best Ragdoll

**Goal** - Submit your best clip of an enemy being launched!

**How to participate:**

* **Feb 10-21** - Submit your best enemy ragdoll launch to your Faction chatroom(this entry must be new/recorded during the challenge time frame)
* **Feb 22-25** - Each faction will pick their favorite clip, and the favorite clip from each Faction will then be posted in the *Field of Glory* channel.
* **Feb 26-29** - The community votes(using discord message reactions) on their favorite of the three clips.
* **March 2** - Final winner is announced!

**Prize:** The winning clip will be uploaded to the official Schell Games youtube with credit/a shout out and will be shared out across our official social channels.

## (3/09/2020) CHALLENGE #15 - MAR 9-31: Prim & Proper!

**Objective** - Reach the Tier 3 Boss using Duelist's Edge and the Knight-blooded Crest.

**Verification Method** -Screenshot of Weapon Inspection in Final Boss Room

**Reward** - Successful entries will be entered in a random drawing, and three chosen members will get the Challenge Champion role for the next month!

## (4/07/2020) CHALLENGE #16 - APR 7-12: Easter Meets Rokar!

**How to Participate:** Submit any Until You Fall x Easter creative endeavors in the #challenges channel between now and Sunday, April 12 11:59PM EST

**How to Vote:** Use to react to any post you’d like to cast a vote for, you can vote for multiple posts, and voting will be open for the duration of the challenge and close on Monday at Noon EST(9AM PST).

**How to Win:** The entry with the most votes confirmed by the moderation team on Monday afternoon will be considered the winner! If there is a tie, we will determine a tie breaker.

**What You Win:** You’ll get the Challenge Champion role for the rest of the month of April, and you’ll also be given a free copy of one of the songs from the Until You Fall OST!

## (4/15/2020) April 15-22 – Get Your Fitness On – Rokari Edition

Show a photo that depicts your use of Until You Fall as a way to exercise!

It could be a screenshot from your smartwatch/smartphone after a game run, it could be a selfie of you in your workout gear and your headset, about to channel your inner Richard Simmons, we’re up for pretty much anything as long as it shows that you were using the game as part of your workout.

3 people will be chosen from the entries and will get the Challenge Champion roll until the end of the May challenge.

**That’s not all!** This challenge is also doubling as a faction challenge. The faction that has the most participants enter overall will be crowned the top faction!

## (4/28/2020) April 28 - May 4: Katar-strophy Challenge!

A new week, a new challenge! We’ve had some fun with some unusual challenges as of late, but we wanted to dive back into Rokar since 0.5.0 is live!

**April 28 - May 4: Katar-strophy Challenge!**

**Objective:** Reach the Tier 3 Boss using Gemini Stranded and Gemini Esper **Verification method:** Screenshot of Weapon Inspection in Final Boss Room **Prize:** Challenge Champion Role in Discord **How to win:** Post your screenshot + the difficulty level you played at in the #challenges channel before 11:59PM ET on May 4th.

All successful and valid entries will be entered into a random drawing, and 1 winner per difficulty will receive the Challenge Champion Role in Discord until the end of the next challenge!

## (5/12/2020) May 12-31: Monk of Rokar!

The time has come to test your might and see how you fare in the infamous Monks of Rokar challenge! **May 12-31: Monk of Rokar!** **Objective** - Reach the Tier 3 Boss using both the Knight-blooded Crest and Spellsword's Charm.

**Verification Method** - Screenshot of Weapon Inspection in Final Boss Room + what difficulty you were on

**Reward** - Anyone who completes the challenge will be awarded the Challenge Champion role for the next month, and will also get some awesome Until You Fall swag from the team!

## (6/9/2020) June 9-30: Unwieldy!

**Objective:** Reach the Tier 3 Boss using Mistcutter and Vestal's Wrath. (Any difficulty)

**How to enter:** Submit a screenshot of your weapon inspection in the final boss room

**Prizes:** Every successful entry will receive some sweet sweet Until You Fall Stickers & Thunderswords!

## (07/06/2020) July 6 - 31 - Welcome to Rokar!

Objective: Reach the Tier 3 Boss using Engraved Arming Sword and Rokari Keenblade.

How to Enter: Submit a screenshot of your weapon inspection in the final boss room.

Prizes: Successful entries will be entered in a random drawing, and three (3) chosen winners will receive an Until You Fall poster.

But wait… Veteran Champions who already know the true dangers of Rokar, we have an additional challenge for you.

## (07/06/2020) July 6 - 31 -- Welcome Back to Rokar!

Objective: Complete a full run using Engraved Arming Sword and Rokari Keenblade with the fastest time possible on Challenging or higher difficulty.

How to Enter: Submit a full video of your playthrough, including the completion screen with the time stamp.

Prizes: The two (2) entries with the fastest completion times will receive an Until You Fall poster signed by the devs. One (1) other entry will be selected randomly to also receive a signed poster.

## (8/3/2020)August 3- 30 A Rokari Safari

Welcome, Rune Knights, to the first ever Rokari Safari, our August 2020 Challenge Event! The lands of Rokar have so many beautiful, exciting, and silly things to share - and we want YOU to explore all that it has to offer. To do this, we're breaking down August into four distinct weeks of challenges. Each week will offer four challenges to complete, earning you Aether (or points, if you're boring). One Challenge of the week will put YOU in charge of distributing the Aether, via emoji reactions - cast your votes for players who you think entered with quality submissions for the Challenge. And yes - you can vote for as many entries as you'd like. At the end of the month, winners will be determined by the amount of Aether they have gathered, and a Grand Prize winner will be awarded with some new, exclusive Until You Fall swag. We can't share the details just yet... but stay tuned for more information on this super-hype, Mystery Grand Prize.

**A Few Additional Rules**

You may only enter each challenge once. Submissions may be shared across the Until You Fall social media channels. Because the Rokari Safari is a brand new experience, we expect all of your submissions to ALSO be brand-new. While some screenshots or videos you may have already created in the past may fit the requirements of specific challenges, we ask that you challenge yourself to find, record, or create new entries - specifically made for this event. While we encourage speculation on what the upcoming challenges may entail, submissions will only be accepted if posted during the week of the challenge.

For example, while you may have guesses for what the ""Look At All Those Chickens"" challenge requirements will be, entries will only be accepted if submitted between August 17 and August 23.

Additional word of warning - see the previous rule for why we'd suggest you not preemptively try to enter challenges.

Plagiarism will not be tolerated. If it is brought to our attention or we have reason to believe any of the submissions were not created by the person who submitted it, no points will be awarded and they will be deemed ineligible for the entire Rokari Safari challenge.

Now, onto this week's challenges~!

### Week One: A Rokari Safari Begins *August 3 - August 9*

**Who's Behind the Helmet?** Aether Value: 3 Starting a safari adventure requires identification and certification. Submit an image of your Rune Knight's passport photo. What do they look like behind the mask? This can be a selfie, a drawing, a screen capture, etc. - be creative. Show us who you are, Rune Knight!

**Know Your Tour Guide** Aether Value: 3 Agatha not only maintains the Runeforge, but she also acts as your guide and guardian in the Rokar wild. Submit an image or video to honor our favorite Runesmith. Again, be creative; fan art encouraged! **Home Is**

**Where The Forge Is** Aether Value: 4 The Runeforge serves as your refuge in the endless fight against the Unraveled. While its primary function is to better equip and protect you before your next battle, this challenge asks you find a way to make it feel like home. Getting creative, show us how Agatha could spruce up the place to make your time in the Runeforge more comfortable.

**Class Is In Session** Aether Value: Community-Appointed Mastery of combat comes with experience and dedication. A true Rune Knight controls their blades as if it was a part of themselves. Share the details of your favorite weapon combination with your fellow Champions - via dynamic screen shot, detailed trait listing, or both! - and give a creative name to your Rune Knight "class." (Think traditional RPG, but be creative!) Submissions will earn a point for each Crossed Weapons emoji awarded by the community at the end of the week (August 9).

### Week Two: The Beauty of Rokar

**This Land Is Your Land** Aether Value: 4 The lands of Rokar have been destroyed by the Aether that once powered it, however much of its beauty remains. Let us reminisce on the times before the Calamity. Create a postcard featuring your favorite of Rokar's neon landscapes to fulfill this challenge.

**Shine Bright Like An Augment** Aether Value: 5 Many of the powers contained within the Aether Bloom manifest into unique forms. What they offer in strength, many also offer in aesthetic radiance. Showcase the beauty of your favorite augment in a screenshot for this challenge.

**Just Keeps Going & Going** Aether Value: 6 Combos can deal significant damage to the Unraveled. Build your combo potential to over six (6) hits and take a screenshot or video of it in action! Keep striking, Champion. Again! And again! And again!

**Breakfast of Champions** Aether Value: Community-Appointed A Champion must stay properly nourished to stay strong and defend Rokar. What do you suggest, Rune Knight? Share a recipe or photo (or both!) of your recommended Rokar-Themed Breakfast. Get creative! Submissions will earn a point for each Aether emoji awarded by the community at the end of the week (August 16).

### Week Three: Combat Challenges!

**This Guy Are Sick** Aether Value: 7 Returned to dust! Submit an image or video of your defeated opponent in an ... interesting position. Because, let's face it, ragdoll mechanics can be hilarious and impressive. **Insert**

**Golf Reference** Aether Value: 5 Okay. We don't really play golf on Rokar, so there's no catchy title for this one. The point is, I want to see you give your defeated enemy a big 'ole swing and a mighty "Fore!" Launch a foe into next week and share a video or image of them catching some serious air time. **Look At**

**All Those Chickens** Aether Value: 8 The Unraveled are no match for you. Even in great numbers, I know you can take them down. For this challenge, prove it. Show us how many enemies you can take on at once. Submit a video or image of your face off against four (4) or more enemies at once.

**Fight. Almost Fall. Rise Again!** Aether Value: Community-Appointed Even at Death's Door, a Champion must hold their own and stay strong. Submit a video clip of an epic comeback after entering Death's Door (losing all health). Then, encourage your fellow Champions for their own victories. Submissions will earn a point for each Health emoji awarded by the community at the end of the week (August 23)

### Week Four: Rokari Rumble

**No Respect For Knights** Aether Value: 8 Unraveled Knights are rascals with no respect for Rune Knights! For this challenge, affect two Knights with different ailments. Stasis, Soul Burn, Shardstorm; use the power of Aether to teach 'em! Then, snap a pic or video. To clarify, each Knight should have a unique ailment, such as one in Stasis and another with Soul Burn.

**Okay, Captain Obvious** Aether Value: 10 Guard Captains are known for their imposing presence, solid defense, and heavy-hitting hammers. They need to face the obvious: time to try a new weapon! Submit a photo or video of you showing the stats of your blade to a Rokari Captain! We'd love to see how long you can keep up the stats while you dodge your foe's resistance to facts.

**Duck & Spellweave** Aether Value: 12 Taking down Spellweavers can be tricky with their nimble evasion tactics. We have no time for their games. Rush in and press the advantage! Submit a photo or video once you've powered your Dash Attack to over 20. That ought to take them down.

**Until You Falsetto** Aether Value: Community-Appointed There's no denying Rokar's epic musicality. We know. Our music bops. For this challenge, let us embrace the swordwave and add lyrics to your favorite Until You Fall track. Be sure to include the official song title (you can find the full tracks on Spotify!) when you post your original lyrics. Submissions will earn a point for each Until You Fall emoji awarded by the community at the end of the week (August 30). Additionally - bonus points may be rewarded for those who submit recordings of themselves performing the lyrics with the song

## (9/8/2020) September Challenge **Autumn 2020 Faction Challenge**

Long before the Calamity, Rokar blossomed and thrived through the discovery of Aether. By harvesting its magical power, we powered the land, our communities, and ourselves. However, while we the people stood united, our approaches around this mysterious power often were not. With new discoveries comes unique ideas and differing perspectives. And thus, the Rokari people divided into subtle groupings of philosophy:

**The Runeguard** Protectors of Rokar's runic technology, The Runeguard stands for order, stability, and maintaining the balance. *Super* - Bulwark Concussive Blast *Weapons* - Engraved Arming Sword Knight-Blooded Crest

**Soul Tenders** Soul Tenders dedicate themselves to harnessing the trace amounts of Aether found in all living things and manipulating it into destructive power. *Super* - Soul Burn *Weapons* - Ritual Dagger Vestal's Wrath

**Void Keepers** Fascinated by its secrets, Void Keepers prioritize unraveling the secrets of the Void, a mysterious plane of existence that converts matter, energy, space, and time into pure Aether. *Super* - Void Trap *Weapons* - Spellsword's Charm Mistcutter

This month's Challenge will pit these Factions against each other in the spirit of friendly competition. Select a flag in #choose-your-faction to choose your Faction before September 8. Once you choose, you won't be able to change until this challenge ends. **Where will you belong?**

Champions. You have chosen your sides. You have pledged your allegiances. You belong.

The time has come for our **Autumn 2020 Faction Challenge.** To determine which Faction reigns supreme, Rune Knights will earn points for their designated team by completing three different tiers of challenges.

**Tier 1 - All In This Together** Post a recruitment message for your Faction on social media, using #FightFallRiseAgain and linking to our Discord server (https://discord.gg/untilyoufall). Then, share your post in the #challenges channel to earn your entry. Every unique poster will get 1 point for their Faction. Additionally, if someone joins the server and mentions your post specifically, your Faction will earn an additional point!

**Tier 2 - Maximum Proficiency** Nothing can prove loyalty to a Faction as much as mastering their craft. Upgrade your Faction's iconic weaponry to Level X and share a screenshot of the Weapon Inspection. Champions will earn 5 points for each of their mastered weapons (combining to 10 points possible per Rune Knight).

**Tier 3 - A Faction of Power** Only a handful of skilled Rune Knights ever earned the title of Hero of their Faction. Now is your chance. Can you rise to the challenge? Reach the Tier 3 Boss with your Faction's iconic weaponry. Show us your Weapon Inspection in the final level, then show that Aether Horror which Faction is the best! Champions will earn 10 points for completing this task.

The Faction that garners the most points by September 28 will be crowned victorious and earn a brand-new Discord emoji for their team.

## (10/05/2020) Your Inner Rune Knight Challenge October 5 through November 2

With the influx of Rune Knights awakening, a golden opportunity presents itself. As are runes forged into blades, even new Rune Knights evolve into true Sword Gods. It has long been known that each Champion possesses their own unique combat style. However, four paradigms of discipline exist to help a Rune Knight discover their inner strength and capabilities. This month's Challenge will push you to test your limits. Shift your way of thinking. Adjust your combat strategies. Discover your inner Rune Knight.

***The Archetypes*** **The Bruiser** favors the brute force of large, heavy weapons and being deep in the heart of the battle.

* *Weapons* Heartsplitter Mistcutter Knight-Blooded Crest Gemini Stranded

**The Rogue** rushes into combat to deal damage, then nimbly slips out of sight, in a "high risk, high reward" approach.

* *Weapons* Rokari Keenblade Duelist's Edge Gemini Stranded Gemini Esper

**The Spellsword** focuses on devastating Supers and the power of Aether to combine magic with their swordplay.

* *Weapons* High Arcanist's Blade Spellsword's Charm Vestal's Wrath Ritual Dagger

**The Tactician** utilizes the environment to their advantage and focuses on a well-balanced approach of strong attacks and magical prowess.

* *Weapons* Engraved Arming Sword Gemini Esper Vestal's Wrath Mistcutter

***The Rules*** Select two weapons from one of the four archetypes. Then, share a screenshot of your weapon inspection from the Final Boss room to earn an entry for that archetype. Rune Knights can earn an entry for completing an archetype's weapon set, with the ability to earn up to four entries. *This can be done on any difficulty.* A fifth entry can be earned by sharing your results of the Discover Your Inner Rune Knight quiz in the Discord server. (https://untilyoufall.schellgames.com/quiz/)

Entries must be submitted before November 1, 2020 at 11:59PM ET.

**Prizes** At the end of the Challenge period, four winners will be chosen at random from the entries - meaning, more challenges completed, more chances to win

## (10/29/2020) Surprise Halloween Challenge

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Just a reminder of the surprise Halloween Challenge. Only a few more days to submit your Until You Fall-themed decor and costumes to earn brand new server emojis! Submit your photos before tomorrow night (October 30) at 11:59pm ET

## (11/03/2020) The Vote Your Aether Horror Heart Out Challenge

Today (in the US) is Election Day. We hope that all who are able to have done their part and submitted their vote. To acknowledge the importance of the day -- another Surprise Challenge!

**The Vote Your Aether Horror Heart Out Challenge**

This Challenge is a simple one. We want to know what your favorite feature is in *Until You Fall*.

Here are your candidates: The Combat | The Lore and Setting | The Music | The Community

**How to Enter** Cast your vote by **reacting to this pinned post** with the associated emoji, and then **let us know you voted** by commenting below. Something simple like "I Voted for Rokar!" or "My Rune Knight Voice was heard!" Don't see your favorite aspect above? Feel free to cast a "write-in" vote -- just let us know what it is you voted for instead in your comment!

The Voting process beings NOW and will end at 11:59pm ET on Friday, November 6.

**The Prizes** We, unfortunately, can't send out "I Voted" stickers to everyone who participates. However, we CAN give a new emoji for the entire server! Depending on the winner of this "election," a new emoji will be added. Will it be the Aether Horror's Heart, Agatha herself, a new Augment, or a new combination of weapons?

Let your voice be heard! To keep the election as legitimate as possible, we're requiring at least 20 votes to be cast total. Hoping for way more than that *(We're a server of over 2500 Rune Knights! Way more than 20 people should be voting!)*. Plus, if voter turnout gets high enough, perhaps we'll even throw in a bonus emoji or two... Now, get out there, stay strong, and VOTE!

## (11/10/2020) Aether-nally Grateful Challenge ! November Challenge

November is a month of coming together. Whether it's uniting our voices to vote, being with loved ones for a holiday feast, or pooling our Aether together for the **Aether-nally Grateful Challenge** !

**The Goal** The mission for this month's Challenge is to amass the highest amount of Aether possible - together, as a community. Every Rune Knight's gathered Aether will be pooled into one massive total. As the total rises in our Community Forge, our Runesmith will be able to increase the quality of the prizes awarded.

**How to Contribute** Submit a screenshot of your final results screen, making sure the amount of earned Aether and difficulty level are visible. The total will be added to the Community Forge. Each Rune Knight will only be able to submit four entries: one for each difficulty mode. So, make them count!

**The Winners** Five winners will be chosen at random from the Rune Knights who contribute Aether into the Community Forge by November 30 at 11:59pm ET

## (12/12/2020) December 2020: The 12 Knights of Combat Celebration

Date: December 1st - December 21st

This challenge centered around 12 challenges that were announced gradually throughout the duration of the challenge. Each challenge involved reaching the final boss room using a specific weapon combo, and sharing a screenshot of the weapon inspection windows in that room. For the most part the challenges could be completed on any difficulty, but there were a few that had a minimum difficulty.

The reward for this challenge was Until You Fall merchandise. Participants had a rank which they could level up by completing and submitting these challenge runs. Reaching a rank would make them eligable to be randomly drawn as a winner for that rank. There were eight ranks in total, each with unique prizes.

Each challenge had some lore associated with its weapon combo, mostly about significant figures in the history of Rokar. The challenges are listed below:

### Knight One - The Rokari Soldier

Weapons: Engraved Arming Sword, Rokari Keenblade

The first Knight of Combat honored during these twelve nights is the unnamed Rokari Soldier. Equipped with standard Rune Knight weaponry, the Soldier represents both the past and the future of Champions -- those who have been lost but not forgotten and those that will rise again against the odds.

### Knight Two - Euclase the Hungry Hewer

Weapons: Heartsplitter, Gemini Stranded

Euclase the Hungry Hewer led brave Rokari miners deep into the mines outside of Rokar and is revered for discovering the first deposits of Crystalized Aether. Unearthing this valuable resource spiraled and eye-opening wave of new discoveries - including the Void itself. With a mighty axe in hand, Euclase the Hungry Hewer symbolizes a prosperous and bountiful haul of resources.

### Knight Three - Farith the Festive Fencer

Weapons: Duelist's Edge, Knight-Blooded Crest

Difficulty: Challenging or higher

Legends speak of a brave child single-handedly protecting Rokar while the rest of the city commenced in festive celebrations. The child, Farith, managed to chase away the invaders equipped only with a banner from the gates of the city. This Knight honors the tradition of giving and the ideals of putting others’ needs ahead of their own.

### Knight Four - Nosnaw the Shadow of the Storm

Weapons: Gemini Esper, Ritual Dagger

Nosnaw established the first unit of Elite Spellweavers, a small team of powerful Rune Knights specializing in offensive magics. Many Rokari believe Nosnaw had the ability to vanish at will, and she became known as the Shadow of the Storm. Despite Nosnaw’s flair for the dramatic in combat, her open and honest leadership style is something many Rokari revere to this day. The fourth night encourages this form of transparency through open, honest communication.

### Knight Five - Magiliese the Beauty of the Battlefield

Weapons: High Arcanist's Blade, Gemini Esper

It was long believed her beauty alone unlocked Magilese’s ability to summon crystalized Aether around herself. Her talent for creating these storms earned her the title of ‘The Beauty of the Battlefield.’ Her signature ability, Shardstorm, has since been passed down and contained into Runes. This Knight celebrates everyone’s unique inner and outer beauty as an individual.

### Knight Six - Sir Jalrick the Poised Paladin

Weapons: Engraved Arming Sword, Mistcutter

Difficulty: Challenging or higher

Sir Jalrick, the Poised Paladin, served many years as an Elite Guard Captain of Rokar. Proficient in tinkering, Jalrick integrated metal and aetheric ‘circuitry’ into his blade, effectively founding the establishment of Guardian magic. Represented by the Engraved Arming Sword, this Knight encourages the bulwark defenses of Rokar and the potential of Runic technologies.

### Knight Seven - Bevad the Unyielding Fighter

Weapons: Heartsplitter, Vestal's Wrath

Fearless. Mighty. Driven by impulse. Many Rokari Captains believed Bevad the Unyielding Fighter to be uncontrollable, however none could deny his raw power. Few have tried to take up his battle style with success, further proving his natural talent for destruction. The seventh Knight of Combat symbolizes one’s ability to charge forward without fear, even against formidable obstacles.

### Knight Eight - Ibera the First Runesmith

Weapons: High Arcanist's Blade, Vestal's Wrath

Difficulty: Relentless or higher

Obsessed with unlocking the secrets of Aether, Ibera spent her hours discovering and refining practical uses of the resource. Her single-minded focus and determination led to integral technological advancements for Rokar, including Runestones that store weapon designs. Henceforth, she became known as the First Runesmith. This Knight symbolizes perseverance and dedication to mastering one’s craft, as well as the ideas of a limitless future.

### Knight Nine - Pointy

Weapons: Duelist's Edge, Rokari Keenblade

Pointy likes sticks. Pointy likes games. Pointy likes games with sticks. Sticks are pointy. Pointy likes pointy.

The ninth Knight of Combat celebrates those who may think or process the world differently.

### Knight Ten - Gustin the Destined Druid

Weapons: Ritual Dagger, Gemini Stranded

No one knew the lands surrounding Rokar as well as Gustin the Destined Druid. This knowledge of the environment elevated his efficiency as a warrior, inspiring other Rune Knights to develop an interest in studying their surroundings. It is said that his proficiency in stealth-based combat was equally matched by his artistic eye and love for the neon landscapes. The tenth Knight of Combat encourages environmental appreciation and preservation.

### Knight Eleven - Kirin the Warrior of the Void

Weapons: Mistcutter, Spellsword's Charm

The eleventh night honors Kirin, a brave Champion who first put up defense against the monstrosities coming out of the Void during early extractions of the Aether Conduits. She later established the Warriors of the Void, Rune Knights who would accompany and protect the harvesters. This Knight symbolizes the importance of standing strong and facing the unknown - all in the name of Rokar.

### Knight Twelve - The Monks of Rokar

Weapons: Knight-Blooded Crest, Spellsword's Charm

Note: This challenge required participants to beat the final Aether Horror fight and share a screenshot of their weapon inspection windows after doing so

Only the most elite of Champions have earned the title of Monk of Rokar. Eschewing traditional weaponry, these dedicated, nimble, and brave warriors persevere in the face of adversity and are a true example of combat mastery. The final night of the Knights of Combat celebration pays tribute to these accomplished warriors and challenges those who believe themselves worthy of the rank.

Traditionally, the people of Rokar would host a grand trial for those seeking to become Monks themselves. This event brought us all together in the spirit of celebration, unity, and encouragement. We are Rokar. We are one.

## (12/25/2020) The Holiday Break Challenge!

New Challenge for the remainder of 2020: **The Holiday Break Challenge!**
*How To Participate* Be safe. Be festive. Play Until You Fall.

Note: This challenge can be completed on any difficulty level with any combination of weapons.

*The Prizes* Champions who participate automatically win a great time and Agatha’s respect. This can be redeemed multiple times. The more Rune Knights who enter, the more exciting prizes will come in 2021.

Happy holidays, Champions!

# **2021**

## (01/04/2021) Winter 2021 Faction Challenge

Like the new year coming into the light, so too does the fourth forgotten Faction rise again! Welcome to the server, @The Unbroken! Prepare yourselves for the **Winter 2021 Faction Challenge**!

**How To Participate** To honor the new Faction's return, all four Factions will be able to participate using the same rules and complete three challenges to earn points for their team. Points may be earned starting today, January 4, through January 31. '

Submissions will be accepted until 11:59pm EST on January 31, 2021.

### *Challenge One* | Pledge Allegiance

Five points will be awarded to the Faction for each social media post promoting the Discord server using the #FightFallRiseAgain. Provide a link to the post in your Faction's channel to earn the points.

### *Challenge Two* | Salute Your Faction

Can you complete a run using your faction's iconic weaponry? Players must submit proof of a completed run for their Faction. Screenshots must include the portal and clear blue sky, as well as the weapon inspection. Points will be earned based on the Difficulty completed. Rune Knights may submit for points with each difficulty one time. 5 points for Relaxed, 10 for Challenging, 20 for Relentless, 25 for Nightmare.

### *Challenge Three* | Know Your Rivals

Now that you've proven your Faction's prowress, it is time to learn the strengths of your rivals. Reach the Tier 3 Boss using the other three Factions' weaponry and submit a screenshot to earn points for your team. Champions will earn 10 points for each rival Faction, regardless of difficulty. *You do not have to defeat the Aether Horror in this Challenge.*

**The Reward** In addition to bragging rights and the knowledge of their Factions' dominance for this quarterly challenge, the *Until You Fall* social media channels and Discord will be rebranded to honor the winning Faction. An additional surprise gift will also be awarded for the winners.

To be super clear, the most a Rune Knight can enter would be:

* Social Media Post
* Relaxed Difficulty w/Faction's Weapons
* Challenging Difficulty w/Faction's Weapons
* Relentless Difficulty w/Faction's Weapons
* Nightmare Difficulty w/Faction's Weapons
* Rival Faction A's Weapons
* Rival Faction B's Weapons
* Rival Faction C's Weapons

## (02/08/2021) A Match Made In Rokar Challenge! | February Challenge

Attention, @Challenge-Ready Champions! The time has come for this month's event. Rokar is in ruins, this is no time for romance, Rune Knights. However, by embracing one another's efforts in stopping the Unraveled, finding our perfect match may not be out of the question.

This month's challenge is the **A Match Made In Rokar Challenge**!

**How To Participate** Champions will need to complete a run with any weapon combination of their choice and share a screenshot of their weapon loadout with a clear, blue sky. Once this is done, a second Rune Knight will need to make it to the final Boss a run, using the same weapons in the opposite hands, and share a screenshot of their weapon loadout. *Note: Just weapon images (without the inspection details) will be accepted as well. However, the most important aspect of these pictures is seeing which hand has which weapon equipped.*

* Champion A, who completed the initial pairing, will earn 1 point.
* Champion B, who completed the mirrored set, will earn 5 points.
* Each Champion can **submit as many runs as they'd like** - but only twice per weapon set.
* Meaning, yes - **you can indeed pair with yourself.**
* However, to match with yourself, you must defeat the Aether Horror on *both* runs.

This challenge can be completed on any difficulty. The first Champion to share a screenshot of a cleared weapon combination "claims" that Weapon Pairing and will be consistently considered the Champion A of that weapon set. This negates another Rune Knight from claiming the mirrored version of this weapon set, because they'd instead be matching with Champion A. However, if the second Rune Knight completes both versions of the weapon set matches, they can earn the points for matching with themselves, as well as matching with Champion A.

The Challenge will run from Monday, February 8, through Sunday, February 28, at 11:59pm EST.(edited)

**An Example** Gustin defeats the Aether Horror with the Ritual Dagger in his right hand and the Gemini Stranded in his left hand. Kirin, then, makes it to the final boss with the Gemini Stranded in her right hand and the Ritual Dagger in her left hand. Gustin earns one point. Kirin earns five points. Gustin turns around and defeats the Aether Horror again, but with his hands reversed (Ritual Dagger in the left and Gemini Stranded in the right). He now has matched with himself, and will earn an additional 6 points. Later, Nosnaw defeats the Aether Horror with the Ritual Dagger in her right hand and the Gemini Stranded in her left - the same as Gustin's original run. Neither Champion gain any points from this completion. However - if Nosnaw decided to complete the mirrored set of this (Ritual Dagger in left and Gemini Stranded in right), she will not only finish a match with Gustin, but also with herself.

**Tracking Points** An official spreadsheet will track the Claimed Weapon Sets and unavailable Mirrored Weapon sets. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HztFjbRih4mIGNfUmt37wLIQs2H-yPYAadsfrAG9vn8/edit?usp=sharing **The Prizes** Four Champions will be designated as winners: the two highest scoring Rune Knights at the end of the event, and two chosen at random.

Winners will recieve a "Rokari Date (k)Night Apparel Set," including: - Two *Until You Fall* t-shirts, one for you and one for a special someone. Or both for you, we won't judge! - An *Until You Fall* fandana - A pair of Schell Games socks

## (03/03/2021) Not Gear, Just Skill Challenge | March Challenge

Greetings, @Challenge-Ready Champions! Thank you for indulging my Big Brain Mode challenge last month. However, as promised, we're keeping things simple for March. Very simple. In fact, things are to be kept *so* simple, you may need to start a new save file... Welcome to the **Not Gear, Just Skill Challenge**.

**How To Participate** Champions will need to defeat the Aether Horror and complete a run using only Level One weaponry. Share a video clip or screenshot into the #challenges channel of your victory to enter. Screenshots must include your Weapon Inspections to verify weapon level. They must also include a clear, blue sky or completion portal visible in the background. Rune Knights can enter up to ten times each, though they must be completed with different weapon sets. This can be done on any difficulty setting.

Submissions will be accepted starting now until 11:59pm ET on Sunday, March 28, 2021.

**The Prizes** Five random winners will be selected from the entrants to receive a full-sized (24 x 36) *Until You Fall* poster. **The Teaser** And finally, I wanted to let you know I've heard your feedback.

## (4/2/2021) Hero of Rokar Tournament ! *April 2 - April 16*

Greetings, @Challenge-Ready Champions! For the past several months, we have worked together as Champions, as Factions, as Rokar. Many have risen to the rank of Monk, and we now stand even more united against the Unraveled.

Now, it is time to put your strength as an individual to the test. Only one may claim the title of @The Hero of Rokar. Introducing the

**The Qualifiers** Champions will submit videos of their fastest speedrun of a complete run. Multiple entries can be made, but only the fastest time will be accepted.
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***April 19 - April 23*** | **The Semi-Finals** Semi-finalists will compete for a chance to advance to the Finals. More information and official rules will be revealed later.
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***April 30*** | **The Finals Discord Watch Party** Four Champions will compete for @The Hero of Rokar title during the Tournament Finals event, premiering as a Discord Watch Party on ***April 30 at 5pm ET***. The event will be archived on the Schell Games YouTube Channel afterward.
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More information can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dbegyPuUXjvj1FoW2RxyEhVsMXCps-daVHOFoCO1H6Q/edit?usp=sharing
**The Prizes** Outside of the glory of victory, we want to truly honor the skillful @Challenge-Ready Champions who advance to the Finals.

We have put together impressive bundles for our winners, as detailed below.

**Grand Prize Winner | The Hero of Rokar** Aether Trophy $100 Gift Card Signed Poster T-Shirt @The Hero of Rokar Role Private Live Chat w/*UYF* Devs Whitelisting on Steam for Public Streams

**2nd Place Winner** $75 Gift Card T-Shirt Signed Poster *Until You Fall: A Swordwave OST* Vinyl Private Live Chat w/*UYF* Devs Whitelisting on Steam for Public Streams @Hero of Rokar Tournament 2021 FinalistRole

**3rd Place Winner** $50 Gift Card T-Shirt Large Poster Private Live Chat w/*UYF* Devs Whitelisting on Steam for Public Streams @Hero of Rokar Tournament 2021 Finalist Role

**4th Place Winner** $25 Gift Card Poster T-Shirt Private Live Chat w/*UYF* Devs Whitelisting on Steam for Public Streams @Hero of Rokar Tournament 2021 Finalist Role

**Participating Champions** Additional prizes will be distributed to the community in the form of Discord roles, emotes, and another surprise event - depending on the number of entries for the Qualifiers

Here's a link to the UYF Speedrun Leaderboard. I'll aim to keep it updated (within reason), and in addition --- players at the top of the Leaderboard for each difficulty will be awarded with new Discord Roles:

* @Relaxed Speedrun Champion
* @Challenging Speedrun Champion
* @Relentless Speedrun Champion
* @Nightmare Speedrun Champion

This is a rotating role, meaning it can move to new Champions at any given time - as the leaderboard changes. Each role will only be granted to one Champion at a time; however, the same Champion can potentially have all four at the same time. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rQhQUn7\_IeLblmj280o2uhsd9J2UKZZnR3o3qDZUbp0/edit#gid=1678519789

Greetings, @Challenge-Ready Champions!

With the announcement of **The Hero of Rokar Tournament**, I mentioned the possibility for participating Champions to earn new emotes for the server with surprise events. Well, here we are, reaching the first of these possible optional challenges. We currently have 15 Rune Knights fighting for a chance to claim @The Hero of Rokar title.

And, after seeing some of the times accomplished, I can understand the hesitation to toss your helmets into the Runeforge.

We have some mighty impressive Champions in our midsts. However, I want to incentivize you to still submit - even if your fastest time doesn't beat the current world record.

To do so, I'm offering a handful of new server emotes if we can reach 20 entrants. I may even throw in something super special if we can reach 30. Are we able to **double** our current entry numbers?

*Remember: any run can be a speedrun, so long as you defeat all of the bosses on Relentless!*

Stay strong and press the advantage!

### The Hero of Rokar Tournament: Synthwave Sixteen Semi-Finals Elimination

**The Setup** Four paths stand before you, but only one may be taken. Each offer their own benefits, but present their own challenges as well. Take careful consideration before you claim your chosen path, as only one Champion can proceed onto the Finals from each path.

**The Four Paths**

* *Twins Trial* | + Nimble, quick, and lethal; but perhaps underappreciated by many Champions. The Twins Trial requires the katar twins, the Gemini Stranded and the Gemini Esper.
* *Trickster Trial* | + Forget a main-hand weapon, Champion? This deadly dual-dagger direction demands dedication. The Trickster Trial requires the Ritual Dagger and the Rokari Keenblade.
* *Titan Trial* | + Go in heavy. Hit hard. Viscerate. The Titan Trial requires the Heartsplitter and the Vestal's Wrath.
* *Tempest Trial* | + Like a raging storm, the Aether will tear the Unraveled to shreds. The Tempest Trial requires the High Arcanist's Blade and the Spellsword's Charm.

**The Rules** Semi-Finalists must choose one of the four Trials and announce their choice by **2:00pm ET on Wednesday, April 21.**

Then, share a video of their fastest speedrun on Relentless difficulty using the weapons of their path. *Video submissions must be submitted before **11:59pm ET on Friday, April 23.***

Any number of Champions may choose the same path, however only the fastest time for each of the four weapon sets will move onto the Finals.

Will you choose the 'easiest' path and risk competing against many other Rune Knights? Or take on the most challenging path to ensure higher odds of success? @Challenge-Ready Champions: Begin

### *Semi-Finalist Support Section Sub-Challenge*!

While The Hero of Rokar Tournament's Sweet Synth-teen Semi-Finalists are still deciding which path to take, I didn't want you to feel left out of the action. Introducing the ***Semi-Finalist Support Section Sub-Challenge***! All Rune Knights are encouraged to take on the four paths presented to the Semi-Finalists and inspire @The Hero of Rokar in the making! **The Rules** Choose one of the four trails presented to the Semi-Finalists as your weapon set:
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Reach the lair of the final boss on any difficulty setting without the pressure of time *(This isn't a speedrun! Go at your own pace.)*
Take a screenshot of your weapon inspection and share it here in #challenges Rinse and repeat with the other Trials! Each Champion can submit up to four times - once per Trial!

**The Prizes** This Sub-Challenge is all about lifting up our Semi-Finalists as a community. Thus, the prizes will *also* be for the community as a whole: Another round of emotes will be added to the server. The number will grow depending on the number of participants!

*Note: Semi-Finalists may not contribute to this Challenge. Sorry.*

**The Timing** With the nature of this event supporting Semi-Finalists, submissions will only be accepted until Friday, April 23 at 11:59pm ET. Stay strong and fight on, Champions!

### The Hero of Rokar Tournament Finals

1. Nightmare Difficulty Only
2. Mistcutter + Ritual Dagger Only
3. All Bosses Required
4. No Bugs/Glitches/Exploits *Timing Modifiers*

* -1 Second (Reward) | Every Weapon Level Under X
* -1 Second (Reward) | Choose Aether at Level's End
* +4 Second (Penalty) | Reach Soul Burn Level IV
* +2 Second (Penalty) | Reach Void Trap Level IV
* -3 Second (Reward) | No Hit, No Damage Run
* -2 Second (Reward) | Finish A Boss At Death's Door
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Reach Combo Limit 4 or Higher
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Reach Dash Damage 40 or Higher
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Arcane Augment
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Chrono-Locked Augment
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Enkindled Augment
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Fleet Augment
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Heartseeker Augment
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Hungering Augment
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Ignite Augment
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Lethal Elegance Augment
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Nimble Augment
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Sparklight Augment
* -1 Second (Reward) | Take Tenacious Augment
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Unyielding Augment
* +1 Second (Penalty) | Take Void Scarred Augment

## (06/01/2021) Spring 2021 Faction Challenge - Pride Month Challenge

Greetings, @Challenge-Ready Champions! As I mentioned previously, it's already June. Which means: **PRIDE MONTH IS UPON US!** Get ready for a Pride-infused Faction Challenge, Rune Knights! Let us begin the ***Spring 2021 Faction Challenge***!

 **How It Works**

This Faction challenge will work a bit differently. Throughout the month, you'll be given seven unique challenges, highlighting a specific color of the rainbow. Champions will earn **Pride Points** for their chosen Faction by completing these challenges. The Faction with the most **Pride Points** at the end of the month will be crowned winner.

 **The Prize**

Not only will the winning Faction be recognized across the server as the quarterly reigning champions, but we'll also adorn the Until You Fall social media channels with the winning Faction's colors and create a new Faction-based emote for the Discord server. Additionally, more prizes just may accompany color-specific challenges. So... stay tuned™️.

 **The Timing**

As I mentioned above, all seven challenges will be announced throughout June, but not at the same time. (Think "12 Knights of Combat.") Each challenge reveal will be accompanied with its own rules and submission deadlines. At the end of each week, I will also post a Faction Pride Point leaderboard image and recap the current standing. Note, this will only be done once a week. Feel free to keep score on your own between them, though!

### (06/01/2021)  Spring 2021 Faction Challenge: Red Challenge

Here's the first of the seven challenges to get you started, @Challenge-Ready Champions! The Red Challenge!

 **The Criteria**

Rune Knights will need to submit a screenshot of their victory screen meeting the following criteria:

Gemini Stranded included in weapon set

Relentless Difficulty

Final Aether Horror Defeated

Full Health

 **The Pride Points**

Don't let this Challenge intimidate you, Champion. You can still submit and earn points for your faction by meeting any of the above requirements! For example, a completed run using the  but not at full health or on Relentless will still earn two Pride Points - one for the weapon requirement and one for defeating the Horror. However, successfully completing all four of the criteria will **earn ten points.** Yes. Ten.

Each Champion may only submit for the Red Challenge once.

### **(6/4/2021) Spring 2021 Faction Challenge: Orange Challenge**

Another Color Challenge to get you through the weekend, @Challenge-Ready Champions. The Orange Challenge! **The Criteria** Each Faction will need to work as a team to build the *ultimate* Dash Impact score. Each Rune Knight can submit one screenshot of their Dash Impact value to add to their team's "Community Dash Value." Champions may only submit for the Orange Challenge once. Additionally, each Faction will need to use their Faction's standard weaponry for this Challenge.
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### (6/7/2021) **Spring 2021 Faction Challenge: Yellow Challenge** **The Criteria**

Ready for "Leg Day," Champions? Rune Knights will need to dodge as many enemy attacks in a row as they possibly can before getting hit by a single group of enemies. In other words, all within the same room. Dodges are the priority here, so any action taken that *isn't* a dodge will reset your dodge streak counter. This can be done on Challenging or higher difficulty levels with any weapon combination - though Monk of Rokar ( + ) may be a solid choice to guarantee dodge mechanics. Additionally, this must be done in one sitting - ie no pause breaks! ***Note:*** This challenge *does* require a video entry.

### **(6/4/14)** ***Spring 2021 Faction Challenge: Green Challenge***

**The Criteria** Rune Knights will need to defeat the final Aether Horror using the power of the pretty green Aether shards: Shardstorm. Meaning, Champions will need to equip both the High Arcanist's Blade and the Gemini Esper. As an added nod to the appropriate color, this can only be done in Relaxed or Nightmare difficulty. *Note*: Champions can submit for this challenge twice, once for Relaxed and once for Nightmare.

Additional points will be awarded to those who share videos or screenshots of Shardstorm being used against the Aether Horror.

### (6/21/2021) ***Spring 2021 Faction Challenge: Blue Challenge***

**The Criteria** Champions will need to complete a run with the following criteria:
> Defeat the final boss for a clear *blue* sky Clearing the run on Challenging or higher difficulty Use weapons associated with your Faction Use weapons at the same Weapon Level Have equal number of traits on both weapons Have a Dash Impact value ending in 0 Have an even Combo Limit value (divisible by 2) Have an even number of Health shards for total health value (divisible by 2)
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*Note*: While this Color Challenge honors The Runeguard, you will need to use your appropriate Faction weapons. Submitted entries will need to feature the Weapon Inspections to verify equal number traits. Multiple screens may be taken as part of a submission, if necessary.
**The Rewards** Similar to the Red Challenge, Rune Knights can still submit and earn points for their faction by meeting any of the above requirements! Individually, each criteria is worth 1 Pride Point. However, successful completions with all criteria will earn 20 Pride Points. (edited)

### (6/24/2021) ***Spring 2021 Faction Challenge: Indigo Challenge***

**The Criteria** Champions will need to complete a run with a maximum Health Crystal value of one (1). This must be done on Challenging or higher using Faction weapons.
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### (6/28/2021) ***Spring 2021 Faction Challenge: Violet Challenge***

**The Criteria** Champions will need to submit screenshots or videos of their successful run completions to earn points for their Factions. An additional screenshot will be required showcasing your final Aether total. Be sure to do this in any video clips as well.

These runs must:

Have defeated the final boss Showcase the final portal Utilize your Faction's weapons
**The Points** Champions will earn Pride Points for each successful run with the above criteria. Champions can submit multiple times, however different traits must be acquired to validate additional entries.

* Relaxed runs will earn 10 Pride Points
* Challenging runs will earn 50 Pride Points
* Relentless runs will earn 50 Pride Points
* Nightmare runs will earn 100 Pride Points

**The Twist** Your Faction will gather Aether to forge runes of Soul Burn at the end of this challenge. Soul Burn will be used to **decrease the Pride Points of a rival Faction.** Aether totals will be rounded to the nearest 100, then divided by 100 and the number of Rune Knight contributors to become your Soul Burn Total. You'll be given 24 hours (June 30) to discuss how to apply their points.

## (7/6/2021) **the Rokari Safari 2.0 (July)**

Things are a little different this time around, as we'll have new things to search for and to create. But, the general theme is the same -- This is a creative challenge, so embrace the wacky, artistic, and curious side of yourselves, Rune Knights! **Remember:** we don't expect professional-level artistry here, just fun!

**How It Works** Multiple "Missions" will be available throughout the month of July. Completion of these missions will earn Rune Knights with Rokari Safari Stamps (RS Stamps). Each Stamp will award you with one entry for the Rokari Safari prize drawing held at the end of the month. However, those who earn *every* stamp available and fill their Stamp sheet, will be entered into a separate random drawing for a Rokari Safari Grand Prize drawing. Rune Knights will be able to submit for a Mission at any time after it has been revealed - until the end of the Safari event at 11:59pm ET on July 30, 2021.

1. **Mission One: *Rokari Proud*** After a successful Pride month, let us continue to embrace our pride as Rune Knights of Rokar. To earn a RS Stamp, share a picture or video clip of your *Until You Fall* swag. Show us your smiling face in an *UYF* t-shirt. Impress us with your Thundersword choreography. Showcase your *UYF* sticker-covered headest. Don't have any official *UYF* swag? Make your own and show us what you've come up with!
2. **Mission Two: *Ultimate Weapon*** Monks of Rokar. The Hero of Rokar. Ooga Booga. Diet Fencer. Even Factions have their own unique weapon sets and fighting styles. But now it's time to expand this roster of Rokar-titled weapon combinations! To earn a RS Stamp, defeat the Aether Horror with your unique build and then give the pair a title. Will you be inspired by an RPG job class? Perhaps a Knight of Rokar? Champions will earn a bonus stamp if you create and share a backstory for how you came up with the name to tie it into Rokari lore.
3. **Mission Three: Memeweaver** Alright, Champions. It's time to get your "Ha Ha"s and "Hoo Hoo"s out into the server. Create and share your best *UYF*-themed meme. Who knows, it just might become canon in the fandom! While we encourage multiple entries, only one RS Stamp can be collected for this Mission.
4. **Mission Four: Until I Expect You To Fall** Step into the Void and cross over into the greatest *UYF* crossover of your imagination. For this RS Stamp, share your vision for a crossover title featuring *UYF* and another already existing game IP! Then, let us know how it'd work - what elements of *UYF* are present? What's different? How do the worlds, mechanics, soundtracks, etc. combine? Any game is fair game - so have fun with this! *Note*: While we know that some memes and crossover fan art already exists (and we love it), both of these missions will require **new** pieces be created and shared. (edited)
5. **Mission Five: UYFCU** The Calamity has struck more than just the VR world... and now, *UYF* is coming to another entertainment medium. Write a scene, put together a movie poster, record the theme song, list the voice cast for the animated series... The choice is up to you - simply share the details of your vision to earn a RS Stamp. If you create multiple entries for your UYF Cinematic Universe, you can earn one additional RS Stamp!
6. **Mission Six: A Breakfast for Champions v.2** You know the drill, Champions. It's time to bust out your Rokari Cookbooks. Create and share a recipe for a Rokari-themed food! Two Bonus Stamps can be earned for the following additional feats: - Actually cook the recipe and share pictures! - Provide lore or an in-game justification for the dish's existence in Rokar
7. **Mission Seven: A Forge Forgery** You've amassed a wealth of Aether for the Runeforge, Champions. Now, it's time for Agatha to put it to use. Hypothetically, that is. Let her know what you'd like her to forge next for your armory. Detail the weapon specs, design the look, imbue your favorite Super... The only limit is your imagination! Share your dream *UYF* weapon addition for a RS Stamp! Want a bonus? Pair it with a brand new Super for a second RS Stamp.
8. **Mission Eight: A New Knight Rises Out Of Rokar** The Rune Knight and Unraveled monstrosities have a distinct and iconic look - instantly recognizable across Rokar. Now is your chance to bring this aesthetic to other areas, worlds, galaxies, and beyond. To earn a RS Stamp, you'll need to share your version of one of *UYF*'s iconic characters created in another game's character creator! Bring the Spellweaver to Miitopia, create the Rune Knight on Soul Calibur VI, build a mural of Agatha in Minecraft - no game is off limits! You can earn up to three RS Stamps for each original creation you make - even if it's three different characters created in the same game or the same character created in three separate games! *Remember*: Rune Knights who earn every stamp available and fill their Stamp sheet, will be entered into a separate random drawing for a Rokari Safari Grand Prize drawing. All prizes will be revealed this week!

## (8/04/2021) **Augment August Challenge (August)**

We've tested your speed. We've tested your endurance. We've tested your resolve. We've tested your creativity. Now, we'll test your greatest weapon: *your mind!* No augmentations allowed: just you, your wit, ... and your weapons of choice. Welcome to

**Augment August**! **The Rules** Champions will need to complete a full run without adding any augments or traits to their weapons. This means, you are only allowed to take the following rewards at the end of each level

Aether (of any value) Shard of Vitality Shard of Resolve Shard of Ferocity Shard of Guile Supers: Enhance Super

Any weapon combination and difficulty level will be accepted.

**How To Enter** A screenshot or video submission showcasing the weapon inspects after the final boss has been defeated will be required to enter. In other words, you must showcase the weapon traits with a blue sky or completion portal visible in the image as well. Champions can submit once per difficulty. The number of entries will be earned based on the highest level weapon used. More entries will be earned for completing the run with lower level weapons.

This means the maximum number of entries for one Champion is 40. Submissions will be accepted until Monday, August 23, 2021, at 11:59pm ET.

## (9/01/2021) **The Big Rune Knight, Big Champion Challenge. (September)**

Can you believe it's already September? Soon enough, the cool Rokar breeze will return and it'll be our traditional time to train our new recruits. This month's Challenge honors that tradition.

I present **The Big Rune Knight, Big Champion Challenge.** We know many of you are tried and true Champions. Nightmare Aether Horrors are no match for you. Well, it's time to pass your skills onto even more Rune Knights.

**The Rules** Are you a veteran Champion with countless hours into the game? Dedicate a completed Nightmare run to a new Champion and share your weapon inspection after defeating the boss. Then, provide tips and assistance to help them complete a run in their desired difficulty. Are you a newcomer to Rokar? Seek out a veteran Champion to help mentor and guide you through a completed run. This can be on any difficulty. Share your weapon inspection at the Final Boss's room - victory not required. You can self-assign your rank on this post!

(React with the emote for @Rune Knight Mentor React with the emote for @Rune Knight Trainee)

**Additional Rules** - Entries must be submitted by 11:59pm ET on September 29 - Mentors and Trainees can enter more than once, but only with different partners - Mentors cannot participate as Trainee

## (10/04/2021) Dark Heart Challenge (October 2021)

The Spooky Month Challenge is upon us, and you're in for a scary good time.

Presenting the **Dark Heart Challenge**.

**The Rules** Your task this month, Champions, is to obtain a screenshot of the Aether Horror's Heart from the darkest depths of desperation: **while at Death's Door.** The stakes are high, but I know you can do it.

All Difficulty Levels Eligible Any Weapon Set Eligible Crushing The Heart Not Required Video submissions are also allowed Only One Entry per Champion

## (10/27/2021) The Aetherversary Festival

The Aetherversary Festival will be divided into four different contests:

### **The Champion Tournament**

A contest of skill and bravery. This portion of the Festival emphasizes mastery of the battlefield and will highlight true warriors of each Faction. The tournament will play in three tiers:

Qualifiers | *All entries with a time of 15:00 or less will move to Semi-Finals.* Semi-Finals | *Qualifiers will competing for the chance to represent their Faction.* Finals | *One Champion from each Faction will compete in a performance-based speedrun Finals.*

Qualifiers will run from Oct 27-Oct 31. Finalists will have a week to provide their finals entry, which will be compiled into a video for the Watch Party Celebration.

### **The Rokari History Fan Fiction Contest**

A contest of creativity and charm. This portion of the Festival will challenge our Rokari Creators to dream up unique lore within the world of *UYF*. Prophesying potential future directions, retelling their in-game journeys, expanding the history of Rokar - all potential stories are welcome and encouraged. All entries will be evaluated and ranked by a selection of the *UYF* Dev team. A professional voice actor will give life to the winning story which will featured in the Celebration Watch Party.

### **The Rune Knight Trivia Event**

A contest of wits and knowledge. This portion of the Tournament will focus on Champion's understanding of Rokar, the Unraveled, and the impressive armory in the Runeforge. A mix of Relaxed and Nightmarish questions will provide even the most dedicated of fans some challenge for this UYF trivia-focused event. The main event will be hosted live on the Discord before the Champion Tournament Finals Watch Party.

### **The For Rokar Feedback Survey**

A contest of participation and luck. Regardless of skill, creativity, or knowledge, in Rokar, all are welcome. This portion of the Festival embraces the idea of community and listening. Rune Knights will simply need to fill out a survey about their experience with the game, the Discord, and various related topics in order to earn an entry. Random entries will be selected to receive prizes throughout the duration of the Festival, including one Grand Prize winner announced during the Champion Tournament Watch Party. "

### **The Champion Tournament**

It is time again to determine the True Champion of Rokar and which Faction reigns supreme. All may enter, only one will come out victorious.

***Qualifiers***

**The Requirements** Any Difficulty Setting Faction Weapons Required All Bosses Required Final Completion Time Must Be 15 Minutes or Shorter Video Submissions Required

**The Submission Period** Submissions for The Champion Tournament Qualifiers will be accepted starting NOW until 11:59pm ET on Sunday, October 31.

### **The Rokari History Fan Fiction Contest**

We're looking for scribes to share their knowledge of Rokar history, prophecies, or legends. Your stories will be placed in front of a panel of seven Rokari Elders who will evaluate your tellings based on four categories of criteria.

**Creativity** | How unique is your vision?

**Use of Lore** | How well does it fit within the UYF world?

**Narrative** | Does it tell a complete story?

**Presentation** | How was the final document presented?

**The Requirements**

1,500 Word Limit Submissions must be delivered as a Google Doc or PDF

### **For Rokar Feedback Survey**

We strongly believe that all Rune Knights should be able to participate in the Festival. Thus, the For Rokar Feedback Survey was created. We want to hear your voices, Champions.

**The Requirements** Complete the full survey found here: https://forms.gle/zt4evacGfAjumjFF7

**The Submission Period** The For Rokar Feedback Survey will be open starting now until 4:59pm on Tuesday, November 16. Three random winners will be selected from those who complete the survey and announced on each Friday leading up to the Watch Party Celebration. During the Watch Party, a randomly-selected Grand Prize winner will be announced as well.

**Rune Knight Trivia** Study up, Rune Knights! Before the Watch Party Celebration on Tuesday, November 16 at 5pm, we'll be hosting a Kahoot trivia game on the Discord server, featuring Until You Fall lore, development, and gameplay trivia.

**The Requirements** The only requirements to participate in this trivia contest is your presence - and your ability to access Kahoot. More details will be announced regarding the exact timing of the event as we get closer to the Watch Party Celebration

The **Champion Tournament Semi-Finals** is upon us. And now, it's time to narrow down our qualifiers to finalists. The fastest Champion from each Faction will be chosen as its representative for the Finals. Your new opponents for this round of the tournament: your fellow Faction members! **The**

**Requirements** Fastest Completion Time Wins Nightmare Difficulty All Bosses Required Any Weapon Set Video Submission Required **The Notable**

**Exception** Because Slim was the only Soul Tender to qualify, he will automatically progress into the Finals. However, he'll still be required to submit a speedrun during this period.

**The Submission Period** Submissions for The Champion Tournament Semi-Finals will be accepted starting NOW until 9:00am ET on Friday, November 5.

## **(11/08/2021) Champion Tournament Finals**.

**The Requirements** Nightmare Difficulty All Bosses Required High Arcanist's Blade Required Faction Weapon Required Video Submission Required

Feel free to share your own results to inspire your Faction's Champion. There may be a reward for your Faction if you do so...

## (12/07/2021) **12 Knights of Combat Celebration 2021 (December)**

**How To Participate** This month's challenge will pay tribute to those who have helped shape Rokar into our wonderful and prosperous home. Each Knight of Combat presents a new Challenge for you to complete. Simply share a screenshot of your weapon inspection in the final boss room to enter. However, do pay attention. Some Knights will require a victory! These Challenges can be completed on the day of their reveal or up until the final day of the Challenge. They can be completed on any difficulty, unless otherwise specified. The Challenges will begin today, Tuesday, December 7, and be eligible for completion until Monday, December 20 at 11:59pm EST. Note: All Challenges will be revealed by December 20. Winners will be announced on December 21.

### **Knight One -- The Rokari Soldier** ***Weapons:*** Engraved Arming Sword + Rokari Keenblade

The first Knight of Combat honored during these twelve nights is the unnamed Rokari Soldier. Equipped with standard Rune Knight weaponry, the Soldier represents both the past and the future of Champions -- those who have been lost but not forgotten and those that will rise again against the odds.

### **Knight Two -- The Monks of Rokar** ***Weapons:*** Knight-Blooded Crest + Spellsword's Charm

Only the most elite of Champions have earned the title of Monk of Rokar. Eschewing traditional weaponry, these dedicated, nimble, and brave warriors persevere in the face of adversity and are a true example of combat mastery. Alongside the Rokari Soldier, the Monks of Rokar are included in the Knights of Combat celebration to pay tribute to these accomplished warriors and challenges those who believe themselves worthy of the rank.

### **Knight Three -- Magiliese, the Beauty of the Battlefield** ***Weapons:*** High Arcanist's Blade + Gemini Esper ***Difficulty Requirement:*** Challenging +

It was long believed her beauty alone unlocked Magilese’s ability to summon crystalized Aether around herself. Her talent for creating these storms earned her the title of ‘The Beauty of the Battlefield.’ Her signature ability, Shardstorm , has since been passed down and contained into Runes. This Knight celebrates everyone’s unique inner and outer beauty as an individual.

### **Knight Four -- Garrach the Beast Stalker** ***Weapons:*** Heartsplitter + Ritual Dagger ***Difficulty Requirement:*** Relentless + ***Victory Required***

Even before the time of the Aether Horrors, straying too close to rare and unstable Aether could sometimes have an effect on the local wildlife. Often times... transforming them. It fell to the hands of Beast Stalkers to track down and eliminate these threats. On this night, we honor Garrach the Beast Stalker. He bravely chose to pursue rumors of an immense beast, unlike any seen before, spotted near a Void Keeper encampment. Rokar knows not what became of him or the beast, but we honor him as a symbol of bravery of facing the unknown horrors of the world and standing up against corruption.

### **Knight Six -- Ezra, Thief of Legend** ***Weapons:*** Gemini Stranded + Knight-Blooded Crest ***Difficulty Requirement:*** Relentless +

Old Rokari literature tells tales of the tragic twin thieves, Esper and Ezra. Orphaned at a young age, the two depended solely on one another and developed a near-magical synergy with one another in order to survive. Esper grew wild with temper, overwhelming her foes with flurries of strikes and leaving them open to the final blow of Ezra's blade. Hardships continued to push them across the lands outside of Rokar, both testing their resolve and strengthening their sibling bond. Here, they crafted their own blades - the Gemini Twins - and made an oath to stay together and build an honest life protecting their new city. No one knows what separated them - or if they were even real - however, Rokari legends speak of a lone thief returning to Rokar with matching katars and half of their heart. These two Knights represent the connections between family (blood or chosen) and the synergy of working together as one.

### **Knight Seven -- Gustin the Destined Druid** ***Weapons:*** Ritual Dagger + Gemini Stranded

No one knew the lands surrounding Rokar as well as Gustin the Destined Druid. This knowledge of the environment elevated his efficiency as a warrior, inspiring other Rune Knights to develop an interest in studying their surroundings. It is said that his proficiency in stealth-based combat was equally matched by his artistic eye and love for the neon landscapes. The seventh Knight of Combat encourages environmental appreciation and preservation.

### **Knight Eight -- Leonora Thorkell** ***Weapons:*** Heartsplitter + Mistcutter ***Victory Required***

Just before the Calamity, Rokar revered Leonora Thorkell as a paragon of duty for her city. With her trusty axe always in hand and at the ready, she lead the brave units of the Unbroken Faction as their First Watch Captain. She is credited for recognizing the corruption of natural Aether Blooms deep within the Forests of Rokar and sparking their investigation. As the eighth Knight, she symbolizes the idea of strong leadership and devotion to one's home, as well as the idea of speaking one's truth despite the uncertainties that may present.

### **Knight Nine -- Pointy** ***Weapons:*** Duelist's Edge + Rokari Keenblade ***Difficulty Requirement:*** Challenging +

Pointy likes sticks. Pointy likes games. Pointy likes games with sticks. Sticks are pointy. Pointy likes pointy. The ninth Knight of Combat celebrates those who may think or process the world differently.

### **Knight Ten -- Alandrius, Visionary of the Void** ***Weapons:*** Mistcutter + Duelist's Edge ***Difficulty Requirement:*** Any ***Victory Required***

Believed to be one of the founders of the Void Keepers faction, Alandrius was an arcanist unlike most Rokari; his ideas and theories challenged even the wisest Loremasters, his designs and concepts impressed the most talented Runesmiths, and his skills in battle matched those of the most renowned tacticians. And yet, he devoted his life to understanding the mysterious plane of existence we call the Void. Plunging into a life of isolated study and experimentation, Alandrius was able to scratch the slightest surface of Aether's stasis-inducing properties and share his incredible findings with Rokar before his ultimate demise. We honor this tenth knight as a symbol of narrowing one's focus, unlimited potential, and living a life without regrets

### **Knight Eleven -- Ibera, The First Runesmith** ***Weapons:*** High Arcanist's Blade + Vestal's Wrath ***Difficulty Requirement:*** Relentless + ***Victory Required***

Obsessed with unlocking the secrets of Aether, Ibera spent her hours discovering and refining practical uses of the resource. Her single-minded focus and determination led to integral technological advancements for Rokar, including Runestones that store weapon designs. Henceforth, she became known as the First Runesmith. This Knight symbolizes perseverance and dedication to mastering one’s craft, as well as the ideas of a limitless future.

### **Knight Twelve -- Lord Vestal** ***Weapons:*** Vestal's Wrath + Engraved Arming Sword ***Difficulty Requirement:*** Nightmare ***Victory Required***

Every Rokari knows the name Lord Vestal. Renowned for unusual combat tactics and an unwieldly mace, legends say Vestal could rain hell both figuratively and literally on an unsuspecting opponent. Large in both stature and demeanor, Vestal's presence both on and off the battlefield commanded attention and often intimidated those less powerful - which proved to be nearly everyone. We celebrate this knight on the final day of our festivities to symbolize the immense power of being a Rune Knight and the self-control to wield it responsibly

### **Wave One of the Honorary Knights**

##### **Viridia, the Valiant Voyager** | Vestal's Wrath + Rokari Keenblade

**The Rules** Honorary Knights will be provided to help fill in the new extended challenge period. However, these are not required to be eligible for the 12 Knights of Combat prize drawings. Instead, you can substitute any of the Honorary Knights for one of this year's original 12 - if you are having trouble with one of them - or you can finish them in addition for 'extra credit.'

# **2022**

## (1/12/2022) My Rokar Routine Challenge (January 2022)

Presenting the **My Rokar Routine Challenge**! *The Rules* Champions will post their own rules for a small challenge containing two or three criteria. Here are a few ideas:

Required Weapons Augment Limits, Restrictions, or Goals Difficulty Restrictions Jack Style

While creativity is encouraged, all Created Challenges must:

Be completable within one run and verifiable with a screenshot/video First be completed by its creator Have a Challenge name

Champions may only issue one Created Challenge, but can participate any number of Created Challenges by other Rune Knights.

*How to Participate* Challenge Creators will share the rules of their Created Challenge accompanied with their original 'proof of completion.' Rune Knights who choose to complete this Created Challenge will add their own proof into a thread reply to the Created Challenge post.

*The Timing* Created Challenges must be posted by 11:59pm EST on Friday, January 21, 2022. Participation entries for the Created Challenges must be shared by 11:59pm EST on Sunday, January 30, 2022.

## (2/2/2022) **Pepperokaroni Mini-Challenge**! (February 2022)

**Build Your Circuit** Champions must come up with a pizza-perfect *Until You Fall* workout circut to prepare for all of the carbs and calories of a delicious pizza pie. This must include a minimum of five specific exercises/tasks to perform in-game during the course of a run. Examples:

Perform two jumping jacks every time you dash You must squat every time land a critical hit Run in place while your Super is active

Circuits must also include screenshots or short video clips of the Champion performing said task. *Think instructional video or pictures.* **The Rules** Champions can submit as many circuits as they'd like, however only will be entered in the random drawing once. Circuits must be submitted by 11:59pm EST on Tuesday, February 8, 2022. **The Prize** Four random circuit-builders will win $25 to apply towards a pizza on National Pizza Day (February 9). And yes, we definitely want to see pictures of your pizza!

### **Vertigo Challenge: Arok, The Barbarian**

*Arok was never fond of magic; always preferring to overpower his foes with sheer might, earned through hard work and years of training. Magic just felt... unearned or stolen from otherworldly entities.*

Required Weapons: Heartsplitter + Engraved Arming Sword Difficulty: Challenging or higher **Victory Required** Other Requirements: NO Enhance Super Crystals AND At least 7 total Health Crystals Optional: Take the Unyielding Augment (for increased enjoyment)
Clarifications: Use of super abilities are allowed. Just do not take any upgrades. 7 TOTAL health is required; you don't have to be at full health at the end.

### **Gotnate Challenge: Lady Galinzion, The Sinister Impaler**

*After her good arm was crippled by Lord Vestal, Galinzion went on to become one of the fiercest fighters in all of Rokar. You better not get on her "bad side"!*
> Required Weapons: Mistcutter, in your weak hand Difficulty: Nightmare **Victory Required** Other Requirements: Lethal Elegance and a combo of 5 or more
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### Clarification: You may pick and use any other weapon for your primary hand, but you must upgrade Mistcutter **Kett the Black Challenge:** Sir Sonicus, The Azure Ericus

*"Have to move quickly..." It is said that, in his youth, the traveling Sir Sonicus was entirely unable to catch a particular Spellweaver opponent in the arena. Tired of her backflipping and jumping out of his reach, he decided, "When in Rokar, do as the Rokarians", and focused his training entirely on **speed**. His vow was that one day, out of any tools and strategy, all that would reach him would be his opponents screams:* **"I HATE THAT ERICUS!"**
> Required Weapons: Spellsword's Charm and Dualist's Edge Difficulty: Any Victory Required: Other Requirements: **If any augments related to Dashing appears, you *have* to take it.** This of course includes Dash Impact
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### **Rokari Chicken Challenge:** **Coop Speedrun** (pronounced like the chicken habitat and originally debuted w/ Mako):

-2 or more players -Same difficulty (any) -All bosses required -Enter the start and end portals at the same time (do your best to sync via voice chat) -Cannot go to the next room until all parties have selected an augment -No pausing the game for any reason -Video required -All players get the speeerun “score” of the slowest recorded time (it will vary due to load times and human error)

### **Maxima Challenge The Circle of Protection, the Trinket and The Glowing Heart.**

Champion, this is a challenge that I wouldn’t ask you to do, if I knew you couldn’t do it, so hear me well. There is a precious item that I need you to bring me. To succeed, you will need additional protection. Travel to the edge of The Forest , where The Outlands begins and battle a single Horror. You can get the strongest one or a weak bastard, but you can’t defeat it until the fool surrounds you with a pool of burning eather. The fire around you will give you the first protection spell. Defeat the creature once he casts that circle and proceed to the next task. Once you reach the end of the outlands, find a statue of the Honor Guards. These are not the ones in the easy land, you must find the ones in the most dangerous areas of Rokar. I know it sounds like a nightmare, so be careful. Don’t trust those monsters, they are protecting a lost Rokari trinket, your next target. You must kill one of them, until you see how the coward calls three spellweavers. Listen! At this point, the spellweavers will have the trinket. You can’t defeat them until the second Honor Guard is down. Then you can approach the casters, finish them one by one, the last one will hold and protect the trinket with its life. Don’t kill it from a distance, it will quickly banish with our precious object. You must allow the last one to strike you with their melee attack, stun it, get the trinket and finish it with no mercy.

### Captain Jack Challenge: **Jack Style challenge**

The rule is simple: 1. The last must be kept alive at full health. For an additional challenge, you can do the **Jack Style+**, **Jack Style Deluxe**, and **Jack Style Deluxe+**: **Jack Style+** -The same rules with the vanilla **Jack Style** applies here however, it must be played on difficulty. **Jack Style Deluxe** -The same rules with the vanilla **Jack Style** applies here however, it must be played with using any LEVEL 1 weapons. **Jack Style Deluxe+** -Basically **Jack Style+** and **Jack Style Deluxe** combined.

### Skandi CHallenge: **Rokari Golf**

Tells the tale that Rokari Golf was the most popular sport among Rokari, after the calamity this is the only way Rune Knights can still play their beloved sport **Requirements:** ***Weapons:*** Heartsplitter & Vestal's Wrath ***Goals***: Have fun throwing the unraveled around the trees and arches in Rokar. ***Difficulty:*** - Relaxed for maximum number of husks and satisfaction factor. Take some time to appreciate Rokar's nature. ***Extra:*** Horror vanquished! To enter, upload a screenshot or a video of both your weapon inspections in front of the portal, and don't forget... have fun!

### Cyvern Challenge: **Vestal's Apprentice**

*Vestal, renowned for their unusual combat tactics, was an inspirational figure throughout Rokar to those who didn't always meet the expectations of those around them. When an aspiring knight was failing the typical Rokari training, finding the fighting style did not suit them, Vestal saw this. They recognised their potential, and vowed to train them.* *Under their mentor's watch, Vestal's apprentice became one of the strongest and most respected knights in Rokar. Their incredible ability to anticipate and block incoming attacks, and utilise the magic all weapons were imbued with to great advantage continued to inspire just as their mentor's did, even to this day, long after they were both lost to the Calamity.* **Requirements:** - Vestal's Wrath and Spellsword's Charm - Both weapons' supers upgraded to level IV - Any difficulty! - Horror vanquished! *to enter, upload a screenshot of both your weapon inspections in front of the portal (alternatively a video of the run, also fine)*

### **Mako Challenge: Challenge: Combat in Symmetry**

Champions! It has been a stressful couple of years and my personal goal for 2022 is improved mindfulness and self-awareness. I want to share that sentiment with my fellow Rune Knights. This is meant to be a personal challenge, so feel free to make this as difficult or as relaxing as you want. Any Difficulty Any Weapons Checkpoints for Challenge Completion: T1 boss room, T2 boss room, T3 boss room, and Finishing Portal. Choose any difficulty with any two weapons that you want, progressing as far into the campaign as you can! These might be your faction weapons, weapons with your favorite traits/supers, or your favorite designed weapons! The choice is up to you. After completing your first run, including a screenshot of your furthest checkpoint, proceed back to the Runeforge and swap the weapons in your hands with each other. Then proceed through the portal on the same difficulty to same place you completed the previous run with a screenshot at the same checkpoint. Boss respawning is optional

### **Dr. Prospector Challenge Broken Void Courier**﻿

﻿Requirements: - SpellSword's Charm in Main Hand. ○ Must be summoned throughout entire run. ○ Exceptions allowed: - To pick up an end of level reward - Beginning of level empty hand glitch, just resummon before moving. ○ Should always be Visible to you throughout entire run and held facing upward. - At least try, sometimes when you look away to dash out it's impossible, so there is some leniency ○ Charm is NOT to be touched by the enemy. - Abyssal Pulse can accidentally trigger on dash, but extra credit for never having it trigger. ○ You CAN use the super from this hand, but Extra credit if you don't (thematically, try to disturb the charm as little as possible) - Any other weapon is allowed in the off-hand. - You are NOT allowed to take any HP damage, no exceptions. (So long as you're at Full HP throughout is all that matters) - Must Complete the Run - Any Difficulty Allowed (though I assume the calamity occurred under the Nightmare+ difficulty)﻿TL;DR - - Main hand must be SSCharm, held in view (don't spill the tea). - Take zero HP Damage. - One-handed Off-hand competed run. - No time limit (Can take a nap, but you better sleep with your eyes open)

## (2/10/2022) **All Hands On Deck Challenge (February Part II)**

As we know, a new update is imminent - meaning, it's time to gather the proper resources we need to ready ourselves. One can never be *too* prepared! We'll need to work together for this one! It's time to rally the troops for the **All Hands On Deck Challenge**.

**The Rules** Champions will need to gather a stockpile of Aether, Honor Guard Hammers, and Aether Horror Hearts to help re-strengthen the Runeforge.

All Aether gathered on any submitted run will be counted. To claim an Honor Guard Hammer, you must reach the second boss arena. Victory not required. To claim an Aether Horror Heart, you must complete a full run and defeat the final boss.

Submit videos or screenshots of your Results Screen to add your resources to the community cache. This can be on any difficulty level and does not need to be a completed run. Champions are able to submit up to ten runs individually, as well as ten runs performed during a "coop" event. Coop submissions must be submitted at the same time, so be sure to coordinate with your partner after the run!

To start, let's aim for **100,000 Aether, 20 Honor Guard Hammers, and 10 Aether Horror Hearts.**