What to know
- Live now as one of the flagship events in ZZZ version 2.5, running Dec 31, 2025 → Feb 5, 2026 (server time).
- Requires Inter-Knot Level 20 + completion of Main Story Season 1 Chapter 1 Intermission to unlock.
- Features open-area exploration of the Qingming Realm with Ye Shunguang and combat trials.
- Rewards include free A-rank W-Engine, materials, Polychromes, titles, accessories, and more.
Sword Seeker Chronicles is a limited-time combat and exploration event tied to ZZZ’s seasonal content in version 2.5. It centers on Ye Shunguang’s story and the mysterious Qingming Sword. During the event, you’ll explore a unique sandbox-style map called the Qingming Realm, face combat challenges with event stages, and build up Sword Mastery to unlock abilities and rewards.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event type | Limited-time combat & exploration |
| Version | 2.5 |
| Unlock requirement | Inter-Knot Lv. 20 + Story Intermission |
| Main area | Qingming Realm |
| Focus character | Ye Shunguang |
| Key reward | A-rank W-Engine (event-exclusive) |
What the Sword Seeker Chronicles involves
Sword Seeker Chronicles revolves around exploring the Qingming Realm, a semi-open sandbox zone designed specifically for this event. Instead of standard Hollow runs, you navigate the map freely, take on combat trials, and collect progression items that enhance your effectiveness within the event itself.
Progression is tied to a special mastery system that boosts damage, survivability, and combat flow, encouraging steady advancement rather than rushing straight to the hardest stages.
How to unlock Sword Seeker Chronicles
- Reach Inter-Knot Level 20 through regular commissions and combat content.
- Complete Season 1 Chapter 1 Intermission in the main story.
- Open the event menu to access Sword Seeker Chronicles and enter the Qingming Realm.
Exploring the Qingming Realm
The Qingming Realm functions as the central hub for the event. As you explore, you’ll encounter combat encounters, collectible Sword Memories, and challenge nodes that unlock further progression. Movement is unrestricted, allowing you to tackle objectives in an order that suits your playstyle.
Sword Memories collected here directly feed into the mastery system, making exploration just as important as combat.
How to progress through combat trials
- Start with early Sword Keeper Trials to learn enemy patterns and event mechanics.
- Invest Sword Memories into mastery upgrades before moving to higher tiers.
- Clear successive trial stages to unlock advanced challenges and rewards.
- Attempt the Nightmare Gauntlet once your mastery level is sufficiently upgraded.
Event rewards and unlockables
| Reward | How to obtain |
|---|---|
| A-rank W-Engine (Cauldron of Clarity) | Event progression milestones |
| Polychromes | Trial completions and objectives |
| W-Engine enhancement materials | Combat challenge clears |
| Event-exclusive title | High-tier challenge completion |
| Accessories & cosmetics | Optional objectives |
Tips to finish the event efficiently
- Prioritize Sword Memory collection early to smooth later difficulty spikes
- Upgrade mastery before attempting higher-tier trials
- Clear trials in sequence to avoid underpowered attempts
- Treat exploration objectives as progression tools, not side content
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