ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD

In this guide, we will walk you through Abyss Raid,where up to 15 guild members can take on challenges together. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version.◈ Usage Guide- Abyss Raid, a new battle content, has been added.- Abyss Raid is a guild raid where up to 15 guild members can participate together. ◈ Abyss Raid: How to Access- You can access Abyss Raid via Menu ▶ Guild ▶ Abyss Raid.- You must be a member of a guild to enter Abyss Raid.◈ Entry & Schedule- Talk to the Abyss Raid NPC in the Guild Hideout to create or join a raid room.* Only guild members with raid open permission can create a room.* Raid open permissions are set by the Guild Master.* The guild member who creates the room becomes the raid leader. If the raid leader leaves, the next guild member who joined the room takes over as raid leader.* You cannot enter while in a party. If you leave during a raid, you cannot re-enter that raid. - Abyss Raid has three difficulty levels: NORMAL, HARD, and EXTREME. You can select your preferred difficulty before entering.* NORMAL: Recommended PWR 330,000 / Monster Lv. 75 / Main Reward: Sigma Crystal* HARD: Recommended PWR 450,000 / Monster Lv. 80 / Main Reward: Resonance Core* EXTREME: Recommended PWR 520,000 / Monster Lv. 90 / Main Reward: Lava Core* You can enter even if your PWR is below the recommended PWR.* If you are defeated, you can revive at the same location after 10 seconds, up to 50 times.* The raid will not end even if all participants are defeated. - Each guild can have up to 3 raid rooms open simultaneously, with a maximum of 15 participants per room, including the room creator.* For example, a guild with 20 members can split into groups of 15/5, 10/10, or 3/5/12 to participate in the raid.* There is no limit to the number of entries, so players who have already cleared the raid can participate again. This allows guild members who have completed the raid to help those who have not yet cleared it.* However, rewards can only be claimed once per season. Once you have claimed the rewards, you cannot receive additional rewards even if you clear the raid multiple times. - There is no limit to the number of entries, but rewards can only be claimed once per season.* Each season generally lasts one week, but the duration may vary depending on the operating schedule.* Ranking calculations begin 1 hour before the season ends. During this period, creating and entering raid rooms will be restricted. ◈ Key Combat Mechanics- The boss uses the following key combat mechanics:* Resonance Wave: Some attacks deal less damage when multiple players group together, while others deal less damage when players are hit alone.* Unstable Core: A mechanic that requires players to destroy the core.* Abyssal Doppelganger: A mechanic that requires players to counter an attack.* Successfully completing these mechanics reduces the boss's Break Gauge. Failing them causes heavy damage and makes Arcarion progressively stronger.* The boss's attacks deal damage proportional to the character's Max HP. ◈ Rewards- Abyss Raid clear rewards vary depending on the difficulty level.* NORMAL: Gold x50,000 / Combine Kit Selection Chest x5 / Sigma Crystal x1 / Property Reset Cylinder x25* HARD: Gold x100,000 / Combine Kit Selection Chest x7 / Sigma Crystal x1 / Resonance Core x10 / Property Reset Cylinder x50* EXTREME: Gold x150,000 / Combine Kit Selection Chest x10 / Lava Core x1 / Resonance Core x15 / Property Reset Cylinder x100* You must select the "Claim Clear Rewards" option to receive rewards.- Each character can claim clear rewards only once per season across all three difficulty levels (NORMAL/HARD/EXTREME). - Abyss Raid also offers ranking rewards.* At the end of each season, Guardians who participated in the raid from guilds ranked 1st to 50th in the combined rankings across all servers will receive rewards via in-game mail.* Rank 1: Unique Boss Coin x500 / Guild Coin x1,500 / Equinox Core x10 / Property Locker x1* Rank 2: Unique Boss Coin x400 / Guild Coin x1,250 / Equinox Core x8 / Property Locker x1* Rank 3: Unique Boss Coin x350 / Guild Coin x1,000 / Equinox Core x5 / Property Locker x1* Rank 4-10: Unique Boss Coin x300 / Guild Coin x750 / Equinox Core x3* Rank 11-20: Unique Boss Coin x250 / Guild Coin x600 / Equinox Core x2* Rank 21-50: Unique Boss Coin x200 / Guild Coin x500 / Equinox Core x1* Ranking rewards are distributed only to guild members who participated in the raid during the season and remain in the guild at the time of ranking calculation. - Each season, an emblem is awarded to the first team on the server to clear the boss at its highest difficulty.* The emblem is awarded only to the raid participants, not to the entire guild.

In this guide, we will walk you through Spacetime Rift, where you can earn various rewards such as A-R Grade Operator Cells, Operator Cell enhancement materials, and exclusive Spacetime Rift currency. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version.◈ Usage Guide- Spacetime Rift, a new battle content, has been added.- Spacetime Rift is a cross-server competitive content that can be accessed within your available playtime once the content is unlocked and the entry PWR requirements are met. ◈ Spacetime Rift: How to Access- You can access Spacetime Rift via Menu ▶ Spacetime Rift.- Spacetime Rift is unlocked after completing the conversation with Ray during Act 3 Chapter 2 - Call of the Red Moon. ◈ Spacetime Rift: Entry- You can enter at any time as long as you meet the entry PWR requirement.- Basic time is granted by default and is consumed while you remain in the Spacetime Rift.- You can use a Spacetime Rift Hourglass to add more usage time. ◈ Spacetime Rift: Season Groups- Two servers are grouped to participate in the content.- Each season lasts 1 week, and the servers in each group change every season. ◈ Spacetime Rift: Gameplay- Defeating monsters and players from other servers in Spacetime Rift grants Entropy Crystals.ⓘ There is a weekly acquisition limit for Entropy Crystals.ⓘ Entropy Crystals can be exchanged for various items in Shop ▶ Coin ▶ Entropy Crystal.- At the start of every hour, a Rift Storm occurs in certain areas of the Rift.- In Rift Storm areas, PvP with players from other servers is enabled, and monsters become more powerful.ⓘ You can earn more rewards in Rift Storm areas.◈ Spacetime Rift: Rankings and Server Buffs- Individual and server rankings are determined by the number of Entropy Crystals obtained in Spacetime Rift.ⓘ Ranking rewards are distributed based on individual rankings at the end of the season.ⓘ If multiple players have obtained the same number of Entropy Crystals, the player who reached that amount first will rank higher.ⓘ Based on server rankings, a Season Effect is applied to all players on the server for the duration of the next season. ◈ Spacetime Rift: Rewards- Defeating monsters in Spacetime Rift grants a chance to obtain various rewards.→ Regular Field Hunting : A-S Grade→ Rift Storm Field Hunting : A-R Grade→ Boss/Named Monster Defeat and Individual Ranking Rewards : S-R Gradeⓘ Available Rewards: A-R Grade Operator Cells, Cell Enhancement Cores, Cell Enhancement Chips, and moreⓘ Available rewards vary depending on the area, monster type, and whether a Rift Storm is active.* Please refer to the Available Rewards list in Spacetime Rift for the full reward details.

In this guide, we will introduce Giganto Machia, where you can earn various rewards such as Unique Boss Coins, Gold, EXP Chips, Material Chests, Gear, and Relics.Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. ◈ Usage Guide- A new large-scale battle content, Giganto Machia, has been added.- Giganto Machia is a large-scale raid where up to 30 Guardians can join forces to challenge the formidable giant boss, Transcendent Gigantic Kassias. ◈ Giganto Machia: How to Access- You can access Giganto Machia via Menu ▶ Giganto Machia.- Giganto Machia is unlocked after completing Act 2 Chapter 2 - The Salvation Plan.ⓘ Giganto Machia consists of 2 levels, each with different PWR requirements for entry.* Level 1: Boss Lv. 30 / Entry PWR 35,000* Level 2: Boss Lv. 60 / Entry PWR 135,000 ◈ Schedule and Tickets- Entry opens 4 times daily at 1:20 AM / 7:20 AM / 1:20 PM / 8:20 PM PST. You can enter for 5 minutes after the entry window opens.* 1 free Ticket is provided daily, and 1 additional ticket can be purchased per day from the Content Shop for Diamond x200. ◈ Rewards- Rewards vary based on your Giganto Machia ranking.* Rewards are distributed based on contribution ranking upon completing the battle (Rank 1, Ranks 2-3, Ranks 4-10, Ranks 11-20, and Ranks 21-30).* Level 1 Main Rewards: Unique Boss Coins, Gold, EXP Chips, Material Chests, Gear, Relics, and A-S Grade Operator Cells* Level 2 Main Rewards: Unique Boss Coins, Gold, EXP Chips, Material Chests, Gear, Relics, and A-R Grade Operator Cells* High-ranking Level 2 rewards have a low chance of additionally granting Sigma Crystals.

In this guide, we will introduce the various combat systems that make combat in ARES even more engaging. For more information, please refer to the details below. ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.This guide is based on the PC version.* This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Combat: Perfect Change- Each equipped Suit builds its own gauge during combat.- When a gauge is fully charged, the corresponding Suit icon lights up. Switching to that Suit activates Perfect Change.- Switching Suits with Perfect Change activates the Suit's Perfect Change Skill, grants additional buffs, and charges the Burst Gauge.ⓘ Detailed information about Perfect Change Skills can be found in Special Skills under Menu ▶ Suit Room ▶ Skills. - Perfect Change grants various benefits, including increased Skill DMG.- Use Perfect Change strategically to seize the advantage and turn the tide of battle. ◈ Combat: Counter, Dodge, and Block- You can avoid enemy attacks in several different ways.- Successfully performing a Counter or Dodge rapidly charges the Perfect Change Gauge, allowing you to activate Perfect Change more frequently. ■ Counter- Use your Sub Weapon Skill with precise timing as an enemy attacks to perform a Counter.- On PC, press R to use the skill.- On mobile, tap the skill button below. ■ Dodge- Use Dodge just before an enemy attack lands.- On PC, press Left Shift.- On mobile, tap the button below. ■ Block- As a Warlord, you can use your Sub Weapon Skill to Block while an enemy is attacking.- Block uses the same skill button as Counter. Unless the skill is used with the precise timing required for a Counter, a Warlord performs a Block instead. ◈ Combat: Elements- Take advantage of your Suit's elemental skills to gain the upper hand in battle.- Status effects include Gash, Blaze, Frostbite, Volt Strike, and Corrosion. Each status effect has its own unique effects. ElementStatus EffectEffectIceFrostbiteFreezes the target, preventing actions while reducing CRIT DMG RES and CRIT Rate RES.FireBlazeAn intensified Fire status effect that deals massive explosion damage to a single target based on Fire ATK.RadiationCorrosionDecreases the target's DEF and Elemental RES.ElectricVolt StrikeAn intensified Electric state that instantly deals AoE damage based on Electric ATK.PhysicalGashDeals damage every second based on Physical ATK and increases damage taken from DoT effects. ◈ Combat: Strengths and Weaknesses- Every boss has its own strengths and weaknesses.- In certain content, these can be viewed before entering the stage. Otherwise, they can generally be checked by selecting the boss's HP bar.- Take advantage of elemental weaknesses to gain the upper hand in battle.ⓘ During combat, an icon appears to indicate whether your equipped Suit has an elemental advantage or disadvantage.ⓘ If your Suit matches the boss's Strength, a red icon appears to indicate you are at a disadvantage.ⓘ If your Suit matches the boss's Weakness, a blue icon appears to indicate you are at an advantage.

In this guide, we will introduce the Shop, where you can purchase special items for use in the game. For more information, please refer to the details below. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.This guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Shop: How to Access- Open the Shop through Main Screen ▶ Shop.ⓘ The Shop is unlocked after completing Act 1 Chapter 1 - Searching for Aria (2).ⓘ Shop items may differ when the game officially launches. ◈ Shop: Products- The Shop offers Summon Tickets and a variety of special items to support your adventure.- Available products may change over time. ◈ Shop: Web Market- Open the Web Market by selecting the Web Market button in the lower-left corner of the Shop.- The Web Market offers exclusive items available only through the Web Market.ⓘ Visit the Item Shop category on the official website to access the Web Shop.ⓘ Visit the Marketplace category on the official website to access the Marketplace.ⓘ Items purchased from the Shop or Web Market can be claimed from your Mailbox.

In this guide, we will walk you through Subjugation, where you can obtainrewards such as gear chests and ascension materials. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Threat Subjugation: How to Access- You can access Threat Subjugation in two ways.ⓘ Main Menu ▶ Threat Subjugationⓘ Click Bella on the map◈ Threat Subjugation: Available Rewards- Rewards scale based on difficulty.- Rewards include ascension materials, gear chests, and minerals.◈ Threat Subjugation: Usage Guide- In Threat Subjugation, each region contains subjugation missions, and you can accept missions using Subjugation Tickets.ⓘ 3 Subjugation Tickets are provided by default.ⓘ Each time a ticket is used, 1 ticket recharges every 8 hours from the time it is used.ex) When 2 tickets are consumed → Each ticket recharges individually after 8 hours in the order consumedⓘ Subjugation Tickets can be purchased with Diamonds and recharged up to 3 times per day.

In this guide, we will walk you through Mounts,which allow you to freely travel across planets and regions. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Mount: How to Access- You can access Mount via Menu ▶ Mount.◈ Mount: Mount List- You can view acquired Mounts in the Mount List and click a Mount to view detailed information.- Unowned Mounts are displayed in gray, and you can click them to check how to obtain them.ⓘ Collect 100 Mount Cores to obtain the corresponding Mount.◈ Mount: Dye- Tap the icon at the bottom to move to the Mount dye page.

In this guide, we would like to introduce you to the 'Operators' that are helpful in combat. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change. ◈ Operator: How to Access- You can access Operator via Menu ▶ Operator.◈ Operator: Operator List- You can view acquired Operators in two ways:ⓘ Click individual Operator images at the topⓘ Click the icon at the top right to open the Operator List page- In the Operator List, you can more easily view your owned Operators.◈ Operator: Level Up- You can level up Operators via Operator ▶ Level Up using Operator EXP Chips. ◈ Operator: Stats- Click an Operator to view detailed information, including attributes and stats.- Click the Specialization tab to view the Operator's unique abilities.◈ Operator: Dye- Click the icon at the bottom to move to the Operator dye page.◈ Operator Cell- Operator Cell, a new growth system that allows you to enhance Operator stats, has been added.- Equip Operator Cells in Cell Slots to grant additional stats.ⓘ Operator Cells are unlocked after completing Main Quest Act 2 Chapter 2 - Encounter with Rebels.ⓘ Operator Cells can be obtained from Interception / Field Bosses / Giganto Machia. ◈ Operator Cell: Slots and Equipment- Up to 5 Cell Slots can be unlocked based on the Operator's Specialization Level.ⓘ Default: 1 Slotⓘ Additional slots unlock upon reaching Specialization Levels 2 / 3 / 4 / 6.- Operator Cells can be freely equipped up to a total Cost limit of 16.ⓘ Cell Cost: A Grade 2 Cost / S Grade 3 Cost / R Grade 4 Costⓘ When using only R Grade Cells, up to 4 can be equipped. By combining A-S Grade Cells, all 5 slots can be used to configure Set/Tag properties.◈ Operator Cell: Set Effects and Tag Synergy- Operator Cells feature two types of properties: Set Effects and Tag Synergy.ⓘ 6 Set Effects: Predator (Critical Hits), Reaper (Skill DMG), Converter (Element DMG), Punisher (Boss/Break), Conqueror (PvP), Defender (Defense/Invincibility)ⓘ 12 Tag Synergies: Equip 3/4/5 Cells with the same Tag to activate progressively stronger synergy effects. ◈ Operator Cell: Trading- Operator Cells marked as tradable can be traded on the Market regardless of their Grade.

In this guide, we will walk you through the Suit Room, where you can view and manage Suits,a core feature of ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Suit Room: How to Access- You can access Suit Room via Menu ▶ Suit Room.In Suit Room, you can check a Suit's ① Attributes, ② Gear, ③ Skills, and ④ Traits.■ Suit Room: Element◈ Suit Room: Suit List- You can view acquired Suits in two ways:ⓘ Click individual Suit images at the top of the Suit Roomⓘ Click the icon at the top right to open the Suit List page- In the Suit List, you can select one of four types to more easily view your owned Suits.ⓘ You can use up to 2 Suit slots. The second slot is unlocked after completing a specific Main Quest.○ Slot 2: Unlocked after completing Act 1 Chapter 1 - The Supply That Never Came◈ Suit Room: Preset- Presets allow you to save configurations, and up to 5 presets can be registered.- Click the icon to the left of the Suit slots to set presets.- You can save the currently equipped Suit and Operator into a preset slot of your choice.- Saved presets can include a memo of up to 10 characters, which can be freely edited.ⓘ Special characters and spaces are not supported.- After saving, you can switch Suits and Operators freely outside of combat by clicking Apply.◈ Suit Room: Level Up- You can level up Suits via Suit Room ▶ Attributes ▶ Level Up using EXP Chips.- Suit Transfer allows you to transfer EXP from a leveled Suit to another Suit using Gold.ⓘ EXP gained before Ascension cannot be transferred. Only EXP gained after Ascension can be transferred to another Suit.ⓘ Max Level by Suit GradeAll Suits can be leveled up to Lv. 60 regardless of grade.◈ Suit Room: Ascension- Ascension occurs every 10 levels during leveling and requires Suit Ascension materials. ◈ Suit Room: Stats- Click the Details icon next to the Level Up button to view detailed stats of the currently equipped Suit.■ Suit Room: Gear◈ Suit Room: Equip Gear- Click the Gear tab to move to the gear screen and view available gear for each slot.ⓘ Click Unequip All or Auto Equip for easier gear management.For more details, please refer to the Gear guide.■ Suit Room: Skills- In the Skills tab, you can view Suit-specific skills and level them up.ⓘ Each Suit has different skill compositions, and the number of usable skills varies based on grade and progression level. ◈ Suit Room: Skill Level Up- Weapon Skills and Special Skills can be leveled up to Lv. 10, and the max level may increase when Traits are activated. ■ Suit Room: Traits- Traits enhance Suit stats. Activating Traits requires Suit Cores of the same Suit, which can be obtained when acquiring duplicate Suits.

In this guide, we will walk you through Guardian Rank, where you can increase your rank andearn various rewards by completing missions such as Battle, Collection, and Adventure. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Guardian Rank: How to Access- You can access Guardian Rank by clicking the Guardian Rank icon in the menu.◈ Guardian Rank: Usage Guide- In Guardian Rank, you can earn Guardian Points from various content, including Rank-Up Missions.- Based on the Guardian Points you earn, you can obtain various rewards such as enhancement items and currency.ⓘ Once you reach the required Guardian Points, click the reward icon to claim your rewards.ⓘ Click the Guardian Rank icon to view detailed information on rank rewards and missions.ⓘ Some Main Quests include Guardian Rank requirements, and you must complete all Rank-Up Missionsto advance to the next rank.

In this guide, we will walk you through Character Info.You can view detailed character data such as Emblems and Main Quest progress. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Character Details- You can view Emblems, Guild Info, and Quest Progress at a glance in Character Details.◈ Character Details: How to Access- You can access Character Info via Menu ▶ Profile Icon.◈ Character Info: Emblem- Click the ▶▶ icon next to the nickname to open the Emblem page.- Emblems are divided into Normal and Special, and each Emblem has its own acquisition conditions and equipped effects.◈ Character Info: Guild Info- You can check your current guild, and if you are not in a guild, you can join or create one.ⓘ Guild is unlocked after completing Act 2 Chapter 2 - Curse of the Ancient Temple.ⓘ Certain patterns can be set based on the guild level.◈ Character Info: Character PWR- The character’s total PWR is displayed and can be increased through various methods such as Emblems, outfits, gear, and Collection.◈ Character Info: Equipped Outfit / Operator / Mount Info- You can check the currently equipped outfit, Operator, and Mount.ⓘ Click the ▶▶ icon to move directly to Suit Room, Operator, or Mount.◈ Character Info: Equipped Gear Slot Info- You can check the weapons, armor, and Relics equipped to the current Suit.◈ Character Info: Guardian Rank / Main Quest Progress- You can check Main Quest progress on the right side of the screen.ⓘ Click the ▶▶ icon to view details.

In this guide, we will walk you through Deimos Battlefield,where you can compete alongside other Guardians on the battlefield. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Deimos Battlefield: How to Access- You can access Deimos Battlefield via Menu ▶ Deimos Battlefield.◈ Deimos Battlefield: Usage Guide- To enter Deimos Battlefield, you must apply by tapping the ‘Participate’ button, and gameplay begins once matching is complete.ⓘ Matching is based on your Guardian’s level range.- Deimos Battlefield can be played unlimited times during participation hours without restrictions.- You can purchase various items from the shop using acquired Battle Coins.◈ Deimos Battlefield: Battle- In Deimos Battlefield, a total of 10 players duke it out on a single battlefield: 5 allies and 5 enemies.ⓘ The game starts only after all 10 players are matched.- The team that reaches the victory points first within 5 minutes, or the team with more points when time expires, wins.

In this guide, we will walk you through Abyss Horizon,where you can challenge various bosses and test your limits as a Guardian. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Abyss Horizon: How to Access- You can access Abyss Horizon via Menu ▶ Abyss Horizon.◈ Abyss Horizon: Usage Guide- In Abyss Horizon, you battle bosses by stage and can challenge it unlimited times without any entry tickets.ⓘ To challenge a higher difficulty, you must first clear the previous difficulty.- You can check the Recommended PWR and Challenge Rewards for each stage.ⓘ Challenge Rewards are granted only once upon the first clear. No additional rewards are given for repeat clears.◈ Abyss Horizon: Battle- By default, you can proceed one stage at a time, or select ‘Auto’ to continue through stages consecutively.- Entering battle starts combat against monsters, and upon clearing, you can view detailed results including rewards.ⓘ After clearing, you can choose your preferred progression method through ‘Challenge Next,’ ‘Restart,’ or ‘Start Auto.’

In this guide, we will walk you through Bounty Hunter, where you can compete against other Guardians’ clones. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Bounty Hunter: How to Access- You can access Bounty Hunter via Menu ▶ Bounty Hunter.◈ Bounty Hunter: Usage Guide- In Bounty Hunter, tapping ‘Location Tracking ▶ Auto Travel’ automatically moves you to the currently available planet.- In Bounty Hunter, you can battle against other Guardians’ clones by consuming Clone Summon Tickets.ⓘ 3 Clone Summon Tickets are provided by default.ⓘ Each time you use a Clone Summon Ticket, 1 ticket is restored 8 hours after it was consumed.e.g.) Use 2 Clone Summon Tickets → 1 ticket is restored 8 hours after each ticket is used, in the order they were usedⓘ Clone Summon Tickets can be purchased with Diamonds, up to 3 times per day. - Rankings are determined based on acquired points, and weekly rewards can be obtained according to weekly rankings.ⓘ Rewards are distributed via Mail.- You can purchase various items from the shop using acquired Battle Coins.◈ Bounty Hunter: Battle- Battles are conducted against one clone at a time, and your points change depending on victory or defeat.ⓘ After battle, you can select another clone through ‘Bounty Hunter Lobby’ or leave by tapping ‘Exit.’

In this guide, we will walk you through Planetary Dispatch,where you can obtain various rewards such as EXP Chips, Ascension Materials, and Gold. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Planetary Dispatch: How to Access- You can access Planetary Dispatch via Menu ▶ Planetary Dispatch.◈ Planetary Dispatch: Usage Guide- Planetary Dispatch consists of boss battles and field combat by stage, and you can enter after selecting a stage using Planetary Dispatch Tickets.ⓘ 3 Planetary Dispatch Tickets are provided by default.ⓘ Each time you use a Planetary Dispatch Ticket, 1 ticket is restored 8 hours after it was consumed.e.g.) Use 2 Planetary Dispatch Tickets → 1 ticket is restored 8 hours after each ticket is used, in the order they were usedⓘ Planetary Dispatch Tickets can be purchased with Diamonds, up to 3 times per day.ⓘ To challenge a higher difficulty, you must first clear the previous difficulty. - You can check Recommended PWR and Main Rewards for each stage.ⓘ Tap the magnifying glass icon next to a stage to view detailed monster information.◈ Planetary Dispatch: Battle- By default, you can proceed one run at a time, and repeated entry and battle are available depending on the number of tickets owned.- Entering battle starts combat against monsters, and upon clearing, you can view detailed results including rewards.ⓘ After clearing, you can select ‘Restart’ to replay the same stage.

In this guide, we will walk you through Cosmic Raid,where you can obtain various rewards such as EXP Chips, Breakthrough Materials, and Gold. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change. ◈ Cosmic Raid: How to Access- You can access Cosmic Raid via Menu ▶ Cosmic Raid.◈ Cosmic Raid: Usage Guide- Cosmic Raid features boss battles and field combat by stage. After selecting a stage, you can challenge it using Raid Tickets.ⓘ 3 Raid Tickets are provided by default.ⓘ Each time you use a Raid Ticket, 1 ticket is restored 8 hours after it was consumed.e.g.) Use 2 Raid Tickets → 1 ticket is restored 8 hours after each ticket is used, in the order they were usedⓘ ⓘ Raid Tickets can be purchased with Diamonds, up to 3 times per day.ⓘ To challenge a higher difficulty, you must first clear the previous difficulty. - You can check Monster Info, Recommended PWR, and Main Rewards for each stage.◈ Cosmic Raid: Battle- You can enter by creating a party or through World Matching, and view created party information in the Party Info section.ⓘ Cosmic Raid can also be played solo and supports up to 4 players.- Entering battle starts combat against monsters, and upon clearing, you can view detailed results including rewards.

In this guide, we will walk you through Mobius Sector,where you can challenge various bosses and test your limits as a Guardian. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change. ◈ Mobius Sector: How to Access- You can access Mobius Sector via Menu ▶ Mobius Sector.◈ Mobius Sector: Usage Guide- In Mobius Sector, you battle increasingly powerful bosses by stage and can challenge it unlimited times without any entry tickets.ⓘ To challenge a higher difficulty, you must first clear the previous difficulty.- You can check the Recommended PWR and Challenge Rewards for each stage.ⓘ Challenge Rewards are granted only once upon the first clear. No additional rewards are given for repeat clears. ◈ Mobius Sector: Battle- By default, you can proceed one stage at a time, or select ‘Auto’ to continue through stages consecutively.- Entering battle starts combat against monsters, and upon clearing, you can view detailed results including rewards.ⓘ After clearing, you can choose your preferred progression method through ‘Challenge Next,’ ‘Restart,’ or ‘Start Auto.’

In this guide, we will walk you through the Summon Shop,where you can summon high-grade Suits and Operators. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Summon Shop: How to Access- You can access Summon Shop via Main Screen ▶ Summon Shop.◈ Summon Shop: Usage Guide- You can perform Prime Summons and Normal Summons at the Summon Shop.○ Prime Summon: Use Premium Summon Tickets to summon up to Grade R Suits and Operators.○ Normal Summon: Use Normal Summon Tickets to summon up to Grade R Suits and Operators.ⓘ Guardian Summon only grants Suits, and Operator Summon only grants Operators. - The UI below shows how many summons remain until you are guaranteed to obtain an item of each grade. ⓘ Grade GuaranteeGuarantees 1 S Grade or higher every 10 summons.If you do not obtain an R Grade item within 80 summons, you are guaranteed 1 R Grade item.The guarantee counter increases with each summon and resets when you obtain a Suit or Operator of the guaranteed Grade or higher.Guarantee counters carry over between banners within the same summon category. ⓘ Prime GuaranteeWhen you obtain an R Grade item, there is a 50% chance that it will be the featured PRIME Suit.If the first R Grade Suit you obtain from the Pickup Summon is not the featured Suit, your next R Grade Suit is guaranteed to be the featured PRIME Suit.ⓘ Summon rates are displayed to 7 decimal places.- Values are rounded at the 8th decimal place, so the displayed total may be slightly above or below 100% due to rounding.However, the actual in-game summon rates are calculated using values with more than 7 decimal places. ◈ Summon Shop: Shortcut Guide- Use the shortcut buttons in the Summon Shop to open the Rates, Summon Details, and Shop.

In this guide, we will walk you through Photo Mode,where you can capture memorable moments from your adventures with stunning screenshots. Please read below for details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile and PC platforms.Please note that this guide was created based on the PC environment. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Photo Mode: How to Access- You can access Photo Mode via Main Screen ▶ Photo Mode.◈ Photo Mode: Usage Guide- In Photo Mode, you can customize various settings such as Name Display, Targeted Shot, Zoom, and Blur Effects.- In this area, you can configure whether to display Character Names, Damage Numbers, Other Players, Monsters & NPCs, and your Operator.- In this area, you can use ‘Targeted Shot’ to capture a selected area, adjust camera angles, use poses, and toggle the UI on/off.- In this area, you can configure logo visibility, set whether the character looks at the camera, and reset camera settings.

In this guide, we will introduce Interception, where you can earn various rewards such as S-R Grade Operator Cells and Operator Cell Enhancement Materials. Please read on for more details. * ARES: THE IRON VANGUARD is available on both mobile devices and PC.Please note that this guide is based on the PC version. * This guide was created in a test environment, and some content may be subject to change.◈ Usage GuideInterception, a multiplayer co-op content where 20 Guardians work together to defeat a powerful boss, is now available.◈ Interception: How to Access- You can access Interception via Map ▶ Planetary Map ▶ Interception in the lower-right corner.- Interception is unlocked after speaking with Gunta during Main Quest Act 3 Chapter 2 - The Sacrifice.ⓘ A PWR of 150,000 or higher is recommended for smooth progression. ◈ Interception Schedule and Tickets- Entry opens 3 times per day every Saturday and Sunday at 12:05 AM / 8:05 AM / 4:05 PM PST, for a total of 6 entries each weekend. ◈ Interception Rewards- All Guardians who participate in Interception will receive basic rewards.ⓘ Basic Rewards: S-R Grade Operator Cells and Cell Enhancement Materials- An additional reward is granted for achieving Rank 1 in contribution.ⓘ Additional Reward: R Grade Operator Cell x1