Challenge Mode Part 2 Guide added!
The second half of the Aphelion Event has started, giving commanders a new event to play for story, resources, and more. The official event video can be viewed below.
Event Video
Event Overview
The second half of the Aphelion event is a limited-time experience running from April 10, 2025, at 8:00 AM EST to April 30, 2025, at 5:59 PM EST. The exchange shop will close May 7, 2025, at 5:59PM. Prepare your squads and plan ahead to make the most of this exciting event!
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During this event, commanders can obtain rewards from collapse pieces to many other upgrade materials like Basic Info Cores. The event will run from April 10th to April 30th, and the event shop will close on May 7th. Commanders must have a commander level of at least 20 to enter in the event. The event has four game modes which are the typical Story, Supply, Challenge, and two other parts.
Main Mission Mechanics
This section provides an overview of the event’s main missions and their unique mechanics.
Mechanics
Joyful Festivies: Overview of your current rewards and progress for the entire event.
Night March: Where your milestones and progress for getting the free HK-416/Klukai costume are (assuming you didn’t finish them in the first part of the event)
Supply Station: The name of the event shop where you spend your event currency to get rewards.
Mission Types
Story: Contains the main story and side elements which reward you with extra rewards for getting all 3*s.
Supplies: Five stages to complete which unlocked after finishing the story. Is used for generating event currency for the Supply Station.
Challenge Mode: Commanders can obtain rewards such as Collapse Pieces by completing these event stages. Unlocks on 3/27.
Pathforger: Commanders will play a mini-game similar to Monopoly, requiring you to win by virtue of having the most money on-hand.
Frontline Survivors: Mode that plays similar to Vampire Survivors. Passives are acquired by reaching point thresholds.
The easiest way to play this mode is to select Klukai and choose explosive damage radius, repulson shield, poison damage, fire rate, health regen, pickup rate, and movement speed for your items as you level.
Event Shop (Supply Station – Part II)
| Item | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| SMG Skin – Agent X | 1 | 2400 |
| Attachment Skin – Desert Sight | 1 | 800 |
| Attachment Skin – Industrial Foregrip | 1 | 800 |
| Basic Info Core (x1) | 6 | 600 |
| Collapse Piece (x100) | 6 | 200 |
| Targeted Access Permission (x1) | 3 | 300 |
| Access Permission (x1) | 3 | 300 |
| Common Key – Tacit Lookout | 1 | 1000 |
| Common Key – Eye of the Assaulter | 1 | 200 |
| Special Gift – Mechty (x1) | 20 | 100 |
| Next-Generation Memory Stick (x1) | 20 | 100 |
| Precise Grade Attachment Supply Box (x1) | 20 | 200 |
| Transcription Conductor I (x5) | 6 | 60 |
| Transcription Conductor II (x5) | 6 | 60 |
| Transcription Conductor III (x5) | 6 | 120 |
| Transcription Conductor IV (x5) | 6 | 150 |
| Transcription Conductor V (x5) | 6 | 250 |
| Transcription Conductor VI (x5) | 6 | 300 |
| Analysis Blueprint (x10,000) | ? | 200 |
| Combat Report (x5,000) | ? | 200 |
| Sardis Gold (x12,000) | 20 | 450 |
The event shop is packed with valuable rewards, but not all items are created equal. Here’s how to prioritize:
Top Priorities
- Common Key – Tacit Lookout, Common Key – Eye of the Assaulter, SMG Skin – Agent X, Attachment Skin – Industrial Foregrip, Attachment Skin – Color-Shifting Edge
- Targeted Access Permission, Access Permission,Collapse Pieces, Basic Info Core, Special Gift – Mechty
Mid-Priorities
- Transcript Conductors (5,640), Memory Sticks (2000), Sardis Gold (x12,000)
Low Priorities
- Analysis Blueprint, Combat Report, Sardis Gold (x12,000)
General Tips and Resources
Finally, here are some general tips to make your event experience smoother:
Prepare Ahead: Ensure your key squads are leveled up and equipped with optimal gear. You can also use the support mechanic along with Auto to make the event less daunting.
Don’t Overcommit: Avoid burning yourself out.
Stay Updated: Keep an eye on community discussions for emerging strategies or surprises in the event.
Utilize Resources
Good luck, Commander! May your efforts in the event be fruitful!
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