The 1/23 update for Blue Archive brings new recruitable students, limited-time recruitments, event stories, and game improvements. Players can take part in Fest Recruitment banners, a new login event, and an event story with a free recruitable student.

Got questions about guilds, gaming, or our product? Join our Discord for discussions and support! Additionally, special seasonal campaigns, increased drop rates for essential equipment, and shop updates provide more opportunities to enhance gameplay. If you’re new to the game, check out the Blue Archive Beginner’s Guide for a solid understanding of mechanics.

Maintenance & Compensation Details

• Date: January 23 (Thu)
• Time: 2:00 AM – 7:50 AM (UTC)
• Impact: Players were unable to access the game during maintenance.
• Compensation: Pyroxene ×720
• Reward Claim Period: Until January 30 (Thu) 2:59 PM (UTC)

New & Returning Students

This update introduces powerful new students along with returning characters in Fest Recruitment and Pick-Up Recruitment banners.

New Students Introduced

• Hoshino (3★, Armed)
• Shiroko*Terror (3★)
• Saori (3★, Swimsuit)
• Hiyori (3★, Swimsuit)
• Atsuko (1★, Swimsuit) [Event Reward]

Returning Students in Fest Recruitment

• Mika (3★) [Returning]

If you’re unsure which students to prioritize, check out the Best Characters Guide for recommendations on the strongest units in the game.

Limited-Time Recruitment Banners

This update brings several recruitment events, allowing players to strengthen their teams with powerful students.

Fest Recruitment

• Featured Students: Hoshino (Armed), Shiroko*Terror, Mika
• Duration: January 23 (Thu) After Maintenance – January 30 (Thu) 1:59 AM (UTC)
• 3★ Student Drop Rate: Increased to 6%

Unique Pick-Up Recruitment

• Saori (Swimsuit) & Hiyori (Swimsuit)
• Duration: January 30 (Thu) 2:00 AM – February 8 (Sat) 1:59 AM (UTC)

Pick-Up Recruitment Schedule

• Meru (3★) & Momiji (2★), Cherino (3★), Marina (3★), Minori (3★), Shigure (3★, Hot Spring)
• Duration: February 8 (Sat) 2:00 AM – February 18 (Tue) 1:59 AM (UTC)

100-Free Recruitment Event

• Duration: January 30 (Thu) 2:00 AM – February 8 (Sat) 1:59 AM (UTC)
• Players can obtain up to 100 free recruitments by logging in daily.

For recruitment tips, check out the Blue Archive Tips & Tricks Guide.

New Main Story Update

• Main Story Vol. 1: Foreclosure Task Force, Chapter 3, Part 5
• Release Date: January 23 (Thu) After Maintenance

Completing these story missions grants valuable rewards and progresses the game’s narrative.

New & Returning Event Stories

New Event – Sheside Outside

• Duration: January 23 (Thu) After Maintenance – February 8 (Sat) 1:59 AM (UTC)
• Requirements: Clear Mission 2-3 (Normal) to unlock
• Rewards: Atsuko (1★, Swimsuit), Pyroxenes, Event Currency

Rerun – Academy Club Story: A Pair’s Final Adventure

• Duration: February 8 (Sat) 2:00 AM – February 18 (Tue) 1:59 AM (UTC)

Seasonal Campaigns & Special Events

Login Event – Go, Go, Sensei! Arona’s Special Bonus

• Duration: January 23 (Thu) After Maintenance – February 22 (Sat) 1:59 AM (UTC)
• Rewards:
  • Day 1–6: Pyroxene ×200 per day
  • Day 7: Expert Target Range (3★ Furniture)

100-Free Recruitment Event

• Duration: January 30 (Thu) 2:00 AM – February 8 (Sat) 1:59 AM (UTC)

Equipment Drop Rate Increases

• T3 – T5 Equipment Blueprint drop rates have been increased across various missions.

Game Improvements & Balance Changes

Several quality-of-life improvements have been introduced in this update.

• Mission Stage Multi-Sweep System added to speed up farming.
• Improved Auto-Formation AI for better unit placement in event battles.
• UI enhancements for detailed buff/debuff tracking during battles.
• New shop items and limited-time bundles are now available.

The Blue Archive 1/23 update delivers a mix of new students, major recruitment banners, event stories, and gameplay enhancements. With Fest Recruitment banners, 100-free recruitments, and multiple special campaigns, players have plenty of chances to build stronger teams and earn rewards.

To maximize your experience, log in daily, participate in recruitments, and take advantage of all limited-time events.

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