NTE 1.2 "999 Nights": Shinku arrives, here's what's changing
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NTE 1.2 "999 Nights": Shinku arrives, here's what's changing

Alexandre Alexandre Jollier v1.2
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In brief

NTE 1.2 « 999 Nights » arrives on July 8, 2026 with Shinku, a Cosmos burst carry equipped with her signature Arc Blushing Mirage. Six weeks of brand-new content await, with a new story chapter, a fresh region, and Phase 2 dedicated to Iroi.

The 1.2 update for NTE: Neverness to Everness will go live on July 8, 2026. Six weeks of brand-new content await until August 18 - that's two weeks more than the 1.1 update. And the schedule is packed!

Shinku, the headline addition

The star of this update is Shinku. An S-Class Cosmos-type character, she plays a burst carry role with a Surging Crimson transformation that unleashes concentrated damage in a short window. For competitive players, her signature Arc Blushing Mirage is clearly best-in-slot - build guides confirm direct synergies on defense ignore and elemental resistance bypass as early as A1/A2/A3. Without it, her DPS potential remains decent, but limited.

Her banner runs from July 8 to July 29. The Resolve Special program guarantees an S-Class Arc within 6 pulls, with an increased rate on Blushing Mirage - a comfortable gacha mechanic for those who want to move fast.

« Shinku is clearly designed as a burst Cosmos carry, her value skyrockets with Blushing Mirage and a well-optimized rotation. » — Kallen Nyan, Facebook community post

Content surrounding the banner

Beyond the character, 1.2 adds a new story chapter, a brand-new region, and 19 cosmetics - including four outfits for Shinku. The 999 Nights tabletop mode is available until August 19. A free standard S-Class would also be distributed via a special pack according to the official patch notes.

Phase 2 will begin on July 29 with Iroi and her own perks until August 19. For maintenance schedules by time zone or the precise countdown, feel free to check out our dedicated articles.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Shinku mandatory to progress?
No, but for competitive play her Arc Blushing Mirage is clearly best-in-slot. Without it, her DPS remains decent but limited. Honestly, if you just pull the character without the Arc, expect limited potential.
When exactly does maintenance and 1.2 start?
Maintenance on July 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET (UTC-4), expected to end at 11:00 PM ET the same day. NTE 1.2 officially opens on July 8. Time zones vary, check the dedicated schedules for your region.
Is there a free character in 1.2?
Yes, a free standard S-Class will be distributed via a special pack according to the official patch notes. Note that this is a distribution, not a pull.
How long does Shinku's banner last?
Three weeks, from July 8 to 29, 2026. Phase 2 with Iroi takes over from July 29 to August 19, two additional weeks compared to 1.1.

Key takeaways

  • Shinku is the star of 1.2: a Cosmos burst carry whose DPS potential explodes with Blushing Mirage and an optimized rotation.
  • Her banner runs from July 8 to 29 with Resolve Special guaranteeing an S-Class Arc within 6 pulls and an increased rate on Blushing Mirage.
  • Massive content: new chapter, brand-new region, 19 cosmetics including four Shinku outfits, and the 999 Nights tabletop mode until August 19.
  • Phase 2 launches Iroi on July 29 with her own perks, while the event runs two weeks longer than in 1.1.

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