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Bank Heist
Topic: Duskruin Arena
Message #: 9033
Author: SIMU-WYROM
Date: 6/8/2018
Subject: Bank Heist: Coming Soon
The Bank Heist is finally coming! For those that haven't been in this topic since the beginning, it was part of the original conception of this event that never could get the detail it deserved. I didn't want to rush this just to push it out, so it sat in a design phase for a few years. It's definitely evolved quite a bit, and I think it will be enjoyed.
I'll have more details about it soon, but just some quick tidbits to hold everyone over.
- You will choose if you want to aid in the heist, stop the heist, or stop those trying to prevent the heist.
- The Bank Heist is a solo adventure.
- There is a mix of puzzles (mild) and combat (like level and bosses).
- Some tasks are skill based, but have optional ways to complete if you are without the proper skill.
- There will be some unique rewards that tie-in the arena and sewers.
- Bloodscrip is a reward, as is incidental loot and a new collectible.
Wyrom, PM
Topic: Duskruin Arena
Message #: 9136
Author: SIMU-WYROM
Date: 6/15/2018
Subject: The Bank Heist: A Primer
First off, huge thank you to Platinum for their diligent testing. They uncovered a lot of things that vastly improved the experience.
The Bank Heist is split into three factions, the Silent Investors (SI), the Poisoned Heretics (PH), and the Ophidian Cabal (OC). Each have their own tasks they are set to do in the bank. You have roughly 5 minutes to complete the your mission. There is combat and some minor puzzles in each that are similar, but different. Each have their own set of skill checks. The SI also has a stat check. These will make your time easier in the bank, but aren't required. Each group is trying to make it to the vault. To enter the bank, you'll need a stamped voucher (from the SimuCoin Store) and you'll want to GO with the various faction members in the hideouts.
The SI are a hired militia/vigilantes that are tasked to stop the bank heist from happening. They're targeting the OC, but they also have to deal with the PH. Their job is to find and track the threats inside the bank. Once they complete their mission (or maybe failed), they will be awarded with a prize pouch.
The PH are a band of assassins that are working to stop the SI. They aren't allied with the OC, and their motives are unknown. Their job is to watch and sneak around the bank and assassinate the SI marauders. Like above, they will be rewarded with a prize pouch.
The OC are bandits who just want one thing. The riches inside the vault. They observe their surroundings, looking for things to steal. Unlike the above, they aren't awarded a prize pouch, but whatever they steal they keep.
Each of the factions also give special awards that can make things easier for activities throughout Duskruin. They aren't too common, so keep an eye out for these trinkets.
There is a new collectible for the heist, which you'll want to talk with the OC's ringleader about to get started. The collectibles needed are found only inside the bank.
Improvements to the final quest reward can be found in the sewers.
Wyrom, PM
Topic: Duskruin Arena
Message #: 9145
Author: SIMU-WYROM
Date: 6/15/2018
Subject: Team Matches and Bank Heist Bonus Scrip
To clarify the bonus bloodscrip earned from the Bank Heist, it only applies to solo matches. If this is an issue please go ahead and drop me an email so we can get it worked out. At the time of this post, only 20 entries have gone through to the SI portion of the heist.
Wyrom, PM
Topic: Duskruin Arena
Message #: 9219
Author: SIMU-WYROM
Date: 6/17/2018
Subject: Heist QoL Updates
Given feedback in Prime, I've made some new changes that will be live in just a moment.
The timer in the Bank Heist is now paused during the boss battle. While it was intended for you to lose if you didn't complete the last step before being moved out, it was a bit confusing, but the reasoning was because the waves you faced were not the ONLY waves in the bank. It was like a game of cat and mouse. Regardless, that feature no longer exists.
Due to the timer being paused, the boss can summon unlimited backup (adds) to add some difficulty that isn't a tight timer.
There is now a chance that you will encounter no enemies in the bank. You'll need to perform a simple task to move on.
The Poisoned Heretics now have a more distinguished boss (when you play as a Silent Investor).
Odds to find rare and very rare artifacts have been upped quite a bit. The blood crystal is considered extremely rare. Overall, the odds are much better than moonshard pendants now.
Wyrom, PM
Topic: Duskruin Arena
Message #: 9257
Author: SIMU-WYROM
Date: 6/17/2018
Subject: Heist QoL Updates
Okay, Sunday fixes are in.
- No more whistling arms and animals.
- Only marauders, assassins, and bandits can summon.
- The Poisoned Heretics are awarded a heist bonus properly now. Cap for the PH is 220.
You'll still see Poisoned Heretics Entries: 0** though, since you are automatically awarded it (+1 -1). This is available in the DUSKRUIN verb in case of instances where you're removed prematurely or you earn them another way (coming soon at a future Duskruin).
- Dying in the heist with call familiar up and no deeds will stop being weird. (This is also fixed in the arena).
Wyrom, PM
Topic: Duskruin Arena
Message #: 9220
Author: SIMU-WYROM
Date: 6/17/2018
Subject: Bank Heist and Immersion
When we rolled out the Bank Heist, we wanted it to be a more immersive experience with discovery. The Bank Heist takes place in three secret hideouts for the three factions.
The Silent Investors can be found somewhere in the Hushed Park.
The Poisoned Heretics are rumored to be on Pewter Road. Some have been found hanging around The Dented Phylactery.
The Ophidian Cabal tend to hang out off Copper Road in a tavern named the Keg of the Bloody Asp.
Look in these places to find clues how to access the hideouts.
When joining each group, during the first "stage" of the heist, you will receive clues on how to understand the flow of the event. It's not too difficult, but the way to complete it isn't quite a cookie cutter guess-the-verb puzzle.
Wyrom, PM