New "Kiwa Kaika" Training System Implemented in Popular Sword-Training Simulation Game "Touken Ranbu ONLINE," Exciting Saniwa Players

In "Touken Ranbu ONLINE," the popular sword-training simulation game developed by DMM GAMES and Nitroplus, a new training system called "Kiwa Kaika" has been implemented, generating significant buzz among Saniwa (master) players. This new feature substantially raises the level cap for "Kiwa" (extreme) Touken Danshi (sword boys) from the previous 99 to 199, allowing for further strengthening.

The official operating account announced the implementation of "Kiwa Kaika" in an update on October 28th. When a Kiwa Touken Danshi reaches level 100, a special animation will play, and their level cap will be unlocked to 199. Detailed information regarding this update is available within the game's "Kawara-ban" (newsletter) and "Shin-nan" (guide) sections.

Following this announcement, Saniwa players reacted en masse on social media, with many expressing joy and surprise, saying things like, "After the update, Tarō-san immediately achieved Kiwa Kaika from accumulated experience!" and "This is huge! 😂" Notably, reports of an "instant Kiwa Kaika" phenomenon emerged, where Touken Danshi returning from expeditions immediately after the update rapidly achieved Kiwa Kaika, indicating that their accumulated experience points played a significant role.

Some users expressed intense emotional reactions, with one user saying they "lost it" during Yamanbagiri Kunihiro's "Kiwa Kaika" animation, and another describing Gotō Tōshirō's animation as "too much like a marriage proposal," highlighting the depth of experience the new system offers. Veteran Saniwa also appeared, reporting, "My Honmaru (base) has 18 Touken Danshi at level 199 after Kiwa Kaika," signifying that their daily efforts in leveling up have been rewarded.

Meanwhile, active discussions are taking place regarding the specific mechanics of the new system, with players sharing information such as, "Touken Danshi not assigned to a party won't achieve Kiwa Kaika," and pointing out differences in experience points required for leveling up depending on the sword type. It seems that Touken Danshi with accumulated experience can achieve "Kiwa Kaika" by being given one "Konpeito" (experience candy). According to detailed analysis, while ability bonuses and repair efficiency slightly increase after Lv.100, the system is seen more as an element for dedicated players to enjoy rather than a dramatic power boost.

Regarding future training strategies, many Saniwa are grappling with new goal settings, with some lamenting, "I'll have to significantly change my leveling strategy..." and others crying out, "I can't keep up with the training!" Requests have also been submitted, such as "Now that Kiwa Kaika is here, I hope the pace of Kiwa implementations increases," and "Please do something about the experience points in permanent battlefields." Expectations are high for the future developments from the game's operations.

"Kiwa Kaika" is planned to have its level cap gradually unlocked further in the future, marking the entry of Touken Danshi training into a new phase for Saniwa. It won't be long before many Touken Danshi undergo "Kiwa Kaika" and unleash even greater power.

The context

"Touken Ranbu ONLINE" is a popular free-to-play collectible card/simulation game developed by Nitroplus and DMM GAMES, launched in 2015. Players take on the role of a "Saniwa," a master with the ability to bring historical Japanese swords to life as "Touken Danshi" (sword boys), anthropomorphic male characters. The goal is to battle against historical revisionists who seek to change the past. Players collect, train, and send these sword boys on expeditions and battles to protect history. "Kiwa" is an advanced form that Touken Danshi can achieve through a special training journey, granting them significantly increased stats and new dialogue. The new "Kiwa Kaika" system further extends the growth potential of these already powerful forms, allowing players to invest even more into their favorite characters.

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