Blue Archive May 27 Update: Student Banners, Events & Rewards You Can't Miss

Ready for another wild ride in Kivotos? Blue Archive is back with a jam-packed May 27 update, and trust me, this one’s got enough content to keep even the most hardcore Senseis busy. Whether you’re here for the waifu banners, juicy rerun events, or just want to maximize your Pyroxene stash, let’s break down everything you need to know (and a few things you didn’t know you needed).

Maintenance Incoming: Mark Your Calendars

First things first: set your alarms for May 27, 2:00 AM – 5:00 AM UTC. The servers will be down for regular maintenance, so plan your stamina dumps accordingly. But hey, you’ll get 360 Pyroxene as a maintenance reward—just don’t forget to claim it from your mailbox before June 3, 2:59 PM UTC. Free gems? Yes, please.

Student Banners: The Return of Fan Favorites

If you missed out on some top-tier students, now’s your chance to fix that. The May 27 update brings back several Pick-Up Recruitments:

• Kasumi, Ichika, Iori, and Megu (May 27 after maintenance – June 3, 1:59 AM UTC)
• Yuuka (Track) & Mari (Track) (Unique Pick-Up: June 3, 2:00 AM – June 10, 1:59 AM UTC)
• Utaha (Cheer Squad), Kotori (Cheer Squad), Noa, Haruna (Track) (June 3, 2:00 AM – June 10, 1:59 AM UTC)

Each banner comes with its own Recruitment Points reset, so if you’ve been hoarding, now’s the time to splurge. Pro tip: check the in-game Rate Info for your best odds, and remember, Recruitment Points convert to Keystone Pieces if unused. No FOMO here—just smart gacha strategy.

Trip-Trap-Train Event Rerun: All Aboard the Reward Express

Missed the Trip-Trap-Train event the first time? It’s back, and it’s loaded with rewards. Here’s the lowdown:

• Event Period: May 27 after maintenance – June 3, 1:59 AM UTC
• Shop & Prize Exchange: Until June 10, 1:59 AM UTC
• Entry Requirement: Clear Mission 2-3 (Normal)

What’s in it for you?

• Story Episodes: Earn Pyroxenes and event currency by clearing story stages.
• Quests & Challenges: Score Credit Points, Artifacts, and first-clear rewards. Challenges open May 27, 7:00 PM UTC—don’t sleep on those!
• Specialized Students: Bring event-boosted students for extra currency drops. Check the event screen for details.
• Event Shop: Trade your hard-earned currency for valuable items. Min-maxers, this is your playground.

Mini Event: Balancing Schale’s Books

Because who doesn’t love a little accounting with their anime battles? The Balancing Schale’s Books with the General Student Council mini event runs from May 27 after maintenance to June 10, 1:59 AM UTC. Spend AP in Commissions to earn up to 30,000 High-Quality Fountain Pens—then swap them for goodies in the event shop. Don’t let those pens go to waste; after the event, leftover currency turns into Credit Points.

Event Stories Immortalized: Relive the Hype

Starting June 3, two fan-favorite event stories—Get Set, Go! Kivotos Halo Festival! and On Your Mark @ Millennium: Kivotos Halo Festival!—are being added to the Event Recap. That means you can replay these stories (and snag those first-time clear rewards) whenever nostalgia hits. Just clear Mission 2-3 (Normal) to unlock.

Joint Firing Drill & Grand Assault: Test Your Squad

Joint Firing Drill (Breakthrough Drill)

• May 27 after maintenance – June 2, 6:59 PM UTC
• Urban Warfare, Light Armor enemies, and some spicy special rules (like bonus damage when allies attack).
• Earn Drill Coins and Credit Points based on your performance across three drills.

Grand Assault: Binah (Urban Warfare)

• June 3, 2:00 AM – June 9, 6:59 PM UTC
• Take down Binah for Total Points and Rank Rewards. Don’t forget to claim your 10-Recruitment Ticket before July 31!

New Stories, Shop Refreshes, and More

• New Group Story: Hot Springs Department Ep. 1-2 (May 27)
• Mini Stories: Highlander Logs Ep. 1-2 & Lost Gift Ep. 1-3 (June 3)
• Shop Refreshes: Eligma II, Bounty, Total Assault, Grand Assault, Tactical Challenge, and Expert Permit shops all reset on May 31, 7:00 PM UTC. Stock up!
• New Packs: Four new packs hit the Galaxy Store post-maintenance. (Already bought them elsewhere? No double-dipping, sorry!)
• New Tasks & Titles: More ways to flex your Sensei status.

Double Rewards Campaigns: It’s Farming Season

If you love seeing those double drops, you’re in luck:

• Lesson & Scrimmage Double Rewards: May 26 – June 2
• Commissions & Mission (Normal) Double Rewards: June 2 – June 9

Check the in-game notices for the full breakdown, but TL;DR: now’s the time to grind.

Final Thoughts: Why This Update Matters

Blue Archive’s May 27 update is more than just another patch—it’s a full-on content festival. With returning banners, event reruns, and a buffet of double rewards, there’s something for every type of player. Whether you’re a collector, a meta-chaser, or just here for the story, this update is a win.

What are you most hyped for? Pulling for your favorite student, speedrunning the Trip-Trap-Train event, or just hoarding Pyroxenes like a true gacha goblin? Drop your thoughts below or hit us up on socials—let’s get the discussion rolling!

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For more Blue Archive news, guides, and tier lists, check out our Blue Archive section. Stay tuned for the next update, Senseis!