February 12 Update Patch Notes

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TLDR

  • New SSR Chisato Nishikigi
    • Abnormal, Attacker, Submachine Gun, Iron Code
    • adjusts attacks based on state; buffs self on burst
  • New SSR Takina Inoue
    • Abnormal, Supporter, Sniper Rifle, Iron Code
    • boosts ally attack and weakens enemy defense; deals true damage on burst
  • New SR Kurumi
    • deals sustained damage; burst increases damage taken
  • New Costumes
    • Mast: Romantic Maid – Tea Service (Costume Gacha)
    • Chisato Nishikigi – Red Spark Guitar (First Lycoris Pass)
    • Takina Inoue – Blue Pulse Bass (Second Lycoris Pass)
    • Chisato Nishikigi – DA Training Wear (Free – clear missions)
    • Takina Inoue – DA Training Wear (Free – clear missions)
    • Zwei – Spring Stroll (March Mission Pass)
  • New Events
    • Lycoris Recoil
      • Major Collab Event: Lie cause Recoil
      • Collab Mini Game: LYCO RECO BEATS
    • Archives
      • SECRET GARDEN
    • Campaign Chapters 43 and 44
    • 14 Days Login Event – LYCO RECO MENU
    • Special Event: CHOCOLATE, PLEASE!
    • Weekend-Only – FULL BURST DAY Event
  • Champion Arena – Season 23 starts February 12; Season 24 starts February 26
  • Solo Raid – February 19
  • Solo Raid Museum
    • Added: Alteisen, Modernia, and Storm Bringer
  • New Contents
    • Campaign Chapters 43 and 44
    • Lost Sector 27 and EX-15
    • New Harmony Cube
    • New Favorite Item Nikkes
      • Privaty, Moran, Zwei, and Centi

Maintenance Start
February 12, 0:00 (UTC+9)

Maintenance End
February 12, 7:00 (UTC+9)

You can get SSR Velvet through the Ordinary Recruit, Social Point Recruit, and by using Mold items. She won’t be available in the New Commander Special Recruit, the Ordinary Recruit during the tutorial, or the Mileage Shop.

1. New Characters

1.1 SSR Chisato Nishikigi

Chisato, a remarkably powerful Lycoris and the energetic face of Café LycoReco, is now available through a special, limited-time recruitment event.

Chisato is an Attacker who adjusts her attacks based on her state.

When using her Burst Skill, she enhances her own attacking capabilities.

– Class: Attacker

– Weapon: Suppressive Submachine Gun (SMG)

– Code: Iron

– Manufacturer: Abnormal

Okay, so heads up! They’re only letting new players join for a limited time. It starts right after maintenance on February 12th, 2026, and goes until March 12th, 2026, at 4:59 PM (that’s using Japan time, UTC+9). Don’t miss out if you’re thinking of joining!

* How to obtain: Lobby → Recruit → Limited-Time Recruitment

* Recruit Rules:

You can use Gems (both free and purchased) or Advanced Recruit Vouchers to participate in Limited-Time Recruitment. Regular Recruit Vouchers won’t work for this type of recruitment.

You have a 4% chance of getting any SSR Nikke through Limited-Time Recruitment, and a 2% chance specifically for SSR Chisato Nishikigi.

③ You can get Gold Mileage Tickets when recruiting in Limited-Time Recruitment.

④ You can exchange 200 Gold Mileage Tickets for Chisato Nishikigi in the Mileage Shop.

⑤ When Limited-Time Recruitment ends, unused Gold Mileage Tickets will not disappear.

Okay, so after this limited-time event for Chisato ends, she won’t be available through the regular recruiting methods. That means you can’t get her from standard recruits, the new player special recruit, the tutorial recruit, using social points, the mileage shop, or by crafting her with molds. Basically, if you didn’t get her during the event, you’re out of luck for a while!

1.2 SSR Takina Inoue

SSR Takina, an outstanding Lycoris who works at Café LycoReco, joins Limited-Time Recruitment.

Takina helps her teammates by temporarily increasing their attack power and making enemies more vulnerable.

When using her Burst Skill, she deals true damage to enemies.

– Class: Supporter

– Weapon: Tactical Sniper Rifle (SR)

– Code: Iron

– Manufacturer: Abnormal

Applications will be accepted from February 19, 2026, at 5:00 AM to March 12, 2026, at 4:59 AM (Japan Standard Time).

* How to obtain: Lobby → Recruit → Limited-Time Recruitment

* Recruit Rules:

You can use Gems, which are free or purchased with real money, or Advanced Recruit Vouchers to participate in Limited-Time Recruitment. Regular Recruit Vouchers won’t work for this type of recruitment.

You have a 4% chance of getting any SSR Nikke through Limited-Time Recruitment, and a 2% chance specifically for SSR Takina Inoue.

③ You can get Gold Mileage Tickets when recruiting in Limited-Time Recruitment.

④ You can exchange 200 Gold Mileage Tickets for Takina Inoue in the Mileage Shop.

⑤ When Limited-Time Recruitment ends, unused Gold Mileage Tickets will not disappear.

After the limited-time event for Takina Inoue ends, she won’t be obtainable through standard recruitment methods. This includes regular recruitment, the new player special recruitment, tutorial recruitment, using social points, the mileage shop, or by crafting her from molds.

1.3 SR Kurumi

SR Kurumi, the highly skilled hacker Walnut, joins the battlefield.

Kurumi is a character who deals sustained damage to enemies.

When using her Burst Skill, she increases damage taken by multiple enemies.

– Class: Supporter

– Weapon: Remote Hacking Drone (AR)

– Code: Iron

– Manufacturer: Abnormal

You can get Kurumi during the Lycoris Recoil collaboration event, ‘Lie cause Recoil’. Check the event details for instructions on how to obtain her.

You can get this starting after maintenance on February 12, 2026, and it will be available until March 12, 2026, at 4:59 PM (UTC+9).

Once the collaboration event is over, Kurumi won’t be obtainable through standard recruitment methods like Ordinary Recruit, the New Commander Special Recruit, the Tutorial Recruit, Social Point Recruit, the Mileage Shop, or by crafting with Mold items.

1.4 Temporary Participation Characters

While participating in the Recruit event, you can briefly add characters available through Limited-Time Recruitment to your team within the Union Shooting Range.

* Temporary participation duration:

Chisato Nishikigi will be available from February 12, 2026 (after maintenance) until March 12, 2026, at 4:59:59 PM (Japan Standard Time).

② Takina Inoue: From February 19, 2026, 5:00:00 to March 12, 2026, 4:59:59 (UTC+9)

2. New Costumes

2.1 Limited Costume: Mast: Romantic Maid – Tea Service

Since ancient times, pirates have been able to find romance, even in a cafe.

Unlock Romantic Maid Mast in the Costume Gacha to get a complete tea service, full voice acting, a unique burst skill cutscene, a special standing pose, and a unique SD motion.

※ For more details about Costume Gacha, please refer to the New Commodities information below.

2.2 Limited Costume: Chisato Nishikigi – Red Spark Guitar

A guitar melody that blazes red.

You can get the Chisato Nishikigi – Red Spark Guitar by purchasing the FIRST LYCORIS PASS. Check the ‘New Commodities’ section for more information about the pass.

2.3 Limited Costume: Takina Inoue – Blue Pulse Bass

A cold bass melody that settles in.

You can unlock Takina Inoue – Blue Pulse Bass by purchasing the SECOND LYCORIS PASS. Check the ‘New Commodities’ section for more information about the pass.

2.4 Limited Costume: Chisato Nishikigi – DA Training Wear (First)

A training suit prepared for the First Lycoris.

Obtain requirement: Own SSR Chisato Nishikigi

How to obtain: Meet the requirements of the Achievement mission in Lie cause Recoil.

2.5 Limited Costume: Takina Inoue – DA Training Wear (Second)

A training suit prepared for the Second Lycoris.

Obtain requirement: Own SSR Takina Inoue

How to obtain: Meet the requirements of the Achievement mission in Lie cause Recoil.

2.6 Limited Costume: Zwei – Spring Stroll

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Spring, a model student’s rosy day.

You can get Zwei – Spring Stroll by completing the March Mission Pass. Check the ‘New Commodities’ section for more information about the pass.

3. New Events

3.1 Lycoris Recoil Major Collab Event: Lie cause Recoil

A D-Wave has been detected from inside the Ark.

You rush after the trail, but find nothing out of the ordinary.

To seek help, you walk into Cafe Sweety nearby…

Only to see three strangers locked in a standoff against Frima, Sugar, and Milk.

The event will run from the end of the maintenance on February 12, 2026, until March 12, 2026, at 4:59 PM (UTC+9).

Explore the Lie cause Recoil event map to earn SR Kurumi by completing different challenges. As you play, you’ll also find Gems, resources to improve your characters, and rare Lost Relics.

* Item exchange in the Event Shop will end on March 12, 2026, 4:59:59 (UTC+9)

① Story Event Part 1: STORY I

This event will run from the end of the maintenance on February 12, 2026, until March 12, 2026, at 4:59 PM (UTC+9 time).

Complete the STORY stages in the Lie to trigger the Recoil event and earn Advanced Recruit Vouchers and helpful development resources!

② Story Event Part 2: STORY II

* Event duration: From February 19, 2026, 5:00:00 to March 12, 2026, 4:59:59 (UTC+9)

Complete the STORY II levels in the Lie cause Recoil event to earn Advanced Recruit Vouchers and helpful items for character development!

③ Challenge Stage

The event will run from the end of the maintenance on February 12, 2026, until March 12, 2026, at 4:59 PM (UTC+9).

Challenge Stage is found in Lie Cause Recoil. Test your skills against tough bosses to earn resources for character development!

④ Lie cause Recoil Special Coordinated Operation

Team up with four other players – your friends, guildmates, or randomly matched allies – to take on the Gatekeeper boss! If you defeat it, you’ll earn Broken Cores that you can trade for valuable Gems and resources in the Recycling Shop.

* Event duration:

First operation: From February 13, 2026, 12:00:00 to February 15, 2026, 23:59:59 (UTC+9)

Second operation: From February 20, 2026, 12:00:00 to February 22, 2026, 23:59:59 (UTC+9)

Third operation: From February 27, 2026, 12:00:00 to March 1, 2026, 23:59:59 (UTC+9)

* How to join: Lobby → Event → Lie cause Recoil → Coordinated Operation

During the 3-week Lie Cause Recoil operation, the Recycling Shop will offer special items for sale, including development materials and gifts.

Rusted Bones, earned based on your player rank, can be traded for extra resources and gear at the Recycling Shop.

* Purchase limit of extra items will reset at 5:00:00 (UTC+9) every Tuesday.

3.2 Lycoris Recoil Collab Mini Game: LYCO RECO BEATS

A rhythm game where you get a glimpse of the daily lives of the visitors from another world.

The event will run from the end of the maintenance on February 12, 2026, until March 12, 2026, at 4:59 PM (UTC+9).

3.3 Archives – SECRET GARDEN

The Story Event, SECRET GARDEN, is now available in the Archives.

Participate in Lie cause Recoil to obtain Memory Films and unlock story events in the Archives.

* Available from: After the maintenance on February 12, 2026

* How to enter: Lobby → Outpost → Command Center → Recollection → Archives

3.4 Storyline – Campaign Chapters 43 and 44

Added Campaign Chapters 43 and 44 to the Storyline.

* Available from: After the maintenance on February 12, 2026

* How to enter: Lobby → Outpost → Command Center → Storyline

3.5 14 Days Login Event – LYCO RECO MENU

The event will run from the end of the maintenance on February 12, 2026, until March 12, 2026, at 4:59 PM (UTC+9).

Log in each day for up to 14 days during the event to earn rewards! Logging in for the full 14 days will get you everything available, including the SR character Kurumi, Advanced Recruit Vouchers, and resources to help develop your team.

3.6 Special Event: CHOCOLATE, PLEASE!

A chocolate thief wreaks havoc across the Outpost.

* Event duration: From February 13, 2026, 5:00:00 to February 16, 2026, 4:59:59 (UTC+9)

3.7 Weekend-Only – FULL BURST DAY Event

* Event duration:

From February 14, 2026, 5:00:00 to February 16, 2026, 4:59:59 (UTC+9)

From February 21, 2026, 5:00:00 to February 23, 2026, 4:59:59 (UTC+9)

From February 28, 2026, 5:00:00 to March 2, 2026, 4:59:59 (UTC+9)

Okay, so every weekend during the FULL BURST DAY event, I can get extra goodies just by playing Interception and the Simulation Room. Sweet!

4. Title Screen Change

* A collaboration-exclusive title screen will be displayed during the event.

5. Champion Arena (Beta Season 23 & 24)

* Beta Season 23 available from: February 12, 2026

* Beta Season 24 available from: February 26, 2026

Champion Arena is a competitive mode for players who finish in the top 4 of the SP Arena. It features automated battles organized according to a league schedule, promotion tournaments, and a final champions’ duel. During tournaments and the duel, players can predict the winners and earn rewards. Players will also receive special profile frames based on their overall ranking performance.

6. Solo Raid

Solo Raid Season 34 starts on February 19, 2026! Team up to defeat the boss and earn valuable materials for improving your Harmony Cube, Favorite Items, and Collections. Your ranking will be based on how much damage you deal, and you’ll receive rewards like unique frames and gems depending on your performance.

* Duration: From February 19, 2026, 12:00:00 to February 26, 2026, 4:59:59 (UTC+9)

7. Solo Raid Museum

Battle against bosses from past Solo Raids in this gameplay mode.

After the update, three bosses will be available: Alteisen, Modernia, and Storm Bringer.

Solo Raid Museum offers two modes: Challenge and No Limit. You’ll need to complete all Challenge mode stages for each boss to unlock the more difficult No Limit mode.

Earn rewards like special avatar frames for solo raids and materials to enhance your collection, then compete on a separate leaderboard to climb the ranks.

We’ve added No Limit Mode missions for the Hall 1 bosses: Mother Whale, Black Smith, and Ultra. We’ve also expanded the ranking systems to include a Total Ranking for the Solo Raid Museum and a Hall 1 Ranking within The Ark.

* Available from: After the maintenance on February 12, 2026

* Unlock condition: Clear Campaign Chapter 6-4

* How to enter: Lobby → Ark → Solo Raid Museum

8. New Contents & Features

8.1 New Campaign Chapters

Added Campaign Chapters 43 and 44.

– CHAPTER 43: The key that unlocks cherished memories.

– CHAPTER 44: The path that shapes the future.

Entry requirements: Complete Chapter 42 Normal Mode.

8.2 New Lost Sectors

Added Sector 27 and EX-15 in Lost Sector.

8.3 Added New Harmony Cube.

8.4 New Tribe Tower Floors

Tribe Tower stages have been expanded from Floor 1250 to Floor 1350.

Manufacturer Towers stages have been expanded from Floor 1150 to Floor 1250.

8.5 New Favorite Item Nikkes added.

▶ New Favorite Item Nikkes: Privaty, Moran, Zwei, and Centi

▶ Favorite Item feature unlock requirements: Clear Campaign Chapter 6-4

Once you complete Chapter 6-4 of the campaign, you’ll receive a message letting you know the Favorite Item feature is now available. You can find more information and use this feature on the details page for your favorite Nikkes.

8.6 The following improvements will be made to Solo Raid Museum.

Added a feature to switch to Challenge Mode even after unlocking No Limit Mode.

Added a feature to preview details on upcoming weekly buffs in advance.

Added a feature that displays the remaining duration of the current weekly buff.

8.7 Added new Lobby Backgrounds.

8.8 Added new profile card objects to Profile Decoration.

8.9 Added new titles.

9. New Commodities

9.1 Costume Gacha: Mast: Romantic Maid – Tea Service

The event will run from the end of the maintenance on February 12, 2026, until March 12, 2026, at 4:59 PM (UTC+9 time).

After completing 10 draws, you’ll receive rewards including the Mast: Romantic Maid – Tea Service, Advanced Recruit Vouchers, and items to upgrade your equipment.

You can get chances to try the gacha by using Pirate Swimsuit Tea Bags, which are available for purchase in the Ticket Shop.

For more details, please check the rules and probability information of Costume Gacha in the game.

9.2 FIRST LYCORIS PASS

The event will run from the end of the maintenance on February 12, 2026, until March 12, 2026, at 4:59 PM (UTC+9).

Buy the Premium FIRST LYCORIS PASS and complete daily missions to increase its level. As you level it up, you’ll earn rewards like Advanced Recruit Vouchers. Reaching the maximum level will unlock Chisato Nishikigi’s exclusive Red Spark Guitar costume.

9.3 SECOND LYCORIS PASS

* Event duration: From February 19, 2026, 5:00:00 to March 12, 2026, 4:59:59 (UTC+9)

Buy the Premium Second Lycoris Pass and complete daily missions to increase its level. As you level up, you’ll earn rewards like Advanced Recruit Vouchers. Once you reach the highest level, you’ll unlock Takina Inoue’s exclusive Blue Pulse Bass costume.

9.4 March Mission Pass

* Sale duration: From March 1, 2026, 00:00:00 to March 31, 2026, 23:59:59 (UTC+9)

Buy the Premium Mission Pass, then complete daily missions to increase its level and earn Recruit Vouchers. Once you reach the highest level, you’ll unlock Zwei’s exclusive Spring Stroll costume.

9.5 New character packages will be available after the February 12, 2026 maintenance.

The sale will run from the end of the maintenance period on February 12, 2026, until March 19, 2026, at 4:59 PM (UTC+9).

For more details, please check the in-game Cash Shop.

10. Optimizations & Misc. Updates

Because of how the game is being made, chapters 43 and 44 of the main story won’t have Japanese voice acting for the character Jien.

10.2 Made improvements to Anis’s design in certain scenarios to appear more natural.

10.3 Updated the design of E.H. to her Nikke form.

We’ll share specific details about the improvements and bug fixes once the maintenance is finished.

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