For months, the developers behind Throne and Liberty, the dynamic MMORPG from NCSoft, have teased players with promises of new weapon types. Progress on this front has been delayed due to a series of major combat system revamps, but with most of those updates now in place, players are more eager than ever for fresh ways to engage in battle.
Orb and Gauntlet Appear in Korean Client After April Update
On April 2, 2025, during a scheduled maintenance update to the Korean version of Throne and Liberty, fans discovered intriguing references to two previously unannounced weapons: the Orb and the Gauntlet. These findings were first reported by several community sources, including well-known streamers and database admins.
Popular content creator Kanon shared two screenshots allegedly sourced from a questlog.gg administrator, where both weapons were mentioned by name. Meanwhile, Whelps, another prominent community figure, posted an image featuring in-game icons of the Orb and Gauntlet in his official Discord server, adding further credibility to the leaks.
What Could These Weapons Be? Community Theories Emerge
While NCSoft has yet to make an official statement, the community hasn’t held back from theorizing.
- The Orb is believed to resemble the Lineage 2M version—commonly used by healer classes for support and magical abilities.
- The Gauntlet is more ambiguous. It might be a melee-focused brawler weapon or possibly a magic-enhancing artifact, offering versatile utility in both offense and defense.
Regardless, the player base is hopeful these aren’t just April Fools’ Day red herrings, especially given their appearance in the client shortly after the April 1 holiday.
Why the Timing Matters: A Weapon Update Is Long Overdue
As of now, Throne and Liberty includes eight weapon types, with the Spear being the most recent addition—launched over five months ago. With the combat overhaul nearing completion and May 2025 shaping up to be a critical patch window, players are anticipating official confirmation soon.
Are the Orb and Gauntlet on the Horizon?
While we await word from NCSoft, signs strongly suggest that the Orb and Gauntlet could be the next major additions to Throne and Liberty’s evolving combat arsenal. If true, this marks an exciting new chapter for both PvE and PvP enthusiasts seeking to diversify their playstyles.
Stay tuned for official updates as we move closer to the May combat system rework, which may finally clear the path for new weapons in Throne and Liberty.
