MapleStory Celebrates 20th Anniversary with New Martial Artist Class and Sports-Themed Events
MapleStory kicks off its 20th-anniversary celebration today, running through June 10, with the debut of the martial artist Mo Xuan, sports-themed minigames, and a nostalgia-packed event hub. The update honors two decades of community-driven adventures, boasting over 1 billion quests completed and 1 million characters created since its 2005 launch.
Watch the 20th Anniversary Trailer:
New Character: Mo Xuan (Pirate Class)
The latest addition to MapleStory’s roster brings traditional martial arts flair:
- Class: Pirate (agile, close-quarters combat)
- Weapons: Martial Brace and Brace Brand, enhancing attack speed and combo potential
- Playstyle: Fast, fluid crowd-control attacks powered by spiritual energy
- Lore: Hails from the ancient Xuanshan School, blending mystical techniques with brawler mechanics
Mo Xuan offers a high-skill ceiling for veterans while remaining accessible to newcomers.
Victoria Cup Sports Day Event Hub
The new Victoria Cup Main Stadium serves as the anniversary’s central hub, featuring dynamic day-night cycles and six minigames:
- Victoria Soccer: Team-based soccer matches with EXP rewards
- Balloon Pop Challenge: Race to burst balloons for bonus EXP
- Snack Break Time: Monster-hunting with EXP boosts
- Maple Long Distance Running: Endurance race across iconic zones
- Magical Paper Plane: Scenic flight for easy EXP
- Shadow Hurdle Race: NPC-assisted monster clears for massive EXP
Additional Activities:
- Victoria Boat Racing: High-speed aquatic races with leaderboard rewards
- Fight! The Legends Return: 3v3 battles using classic MapleStory characters
Legacy Milestones & Rewards
The anniversary celebrates MapleStory’s enduring community with:
- Exclusive Cosmetics: Commemorative outfits and gear
- Nostalgic Throwbacks: Reimagined versions of classic zones and bosses
- Stat Tracking: In-game displays of global achievements (e.g., 1B bosses defeated)
For a useful guide on the events, check out the Coppersan video:
