Blue Archive 1.13 Patch: Occult Event Banners, Eri & Kanoe,

Blue Archive 1.13 Patch: Eri & Kanoe Banner Arrives, Occult Event Ushers Major System Upgrades

The biggest shake-up for Blue Archive players this month lands with Patch 1.13 (2024-01-13 UTC), ushering in the twin pillars of new student pickups—Eri and Kanoe—and launching the "We Are the Occult Investigation Society! Ancient Spells and Mysteries" event. This update isn't just about collecting fresh faces: behind the scenes, significant quality-of-life and UI changes signal a maturing live service, with more streamlined systems and deeper engagement for both new and veteran Sensei.

If you've been holding early January resources, the timing and rate reshuffles of the current meta banners, plus the debut of limited furniture and event currency optimizations, all demand attention. Here's how to approach Patch 1.13 if you're aiming for maximum value in Blue Archive.

At a Glance — Blue Archive 1.13 Key Updates

Banner Start: Eri & Kanoe Pick-Up Recruitment: 2024-01-13 after maintenance to 2024-01-27 01:59 UTC (points reset at open).
Main Event: Occult Investigation Society (missions, mini-games, bonus rewards). Event and shop open until 2024-02-03 01:59 UTC.
Major System QOL: Expanded Cafe layouts, new furniture, recruitment UI, combat/farming improvements.
Total Assault: Perorodzilla returns 2024-01-20 to 2024-01-26 UTC; Final Restriction Chokmah special armor open 2024-01-14 onward.
Resource Campaigns: Multiple double rewards on Bounty, Missions, and EXP staggered throughout January.

Banner Schedule and Rates

Phase	Dates (UTC)	Featured Units	Notes
Pick-Up Eri & Kanoe	2024-01-13 post-maint – 2024-01-27	Eri (★3), Kanoe (★3)	Recruitment points reset. Pick-Up rules apply

Recruitment Mechanics: During this Pick-Up, Recruitment Points can be accumulated for a guaranteed student pick. When the banner ends, unused points convert to Keystone Pieces (1:1) and are claimed via mailbox. Standard rates apply—consult in-game → Recruit → Rate Info for full breakdown. As always in Blue Archive, there is no hard pity—pity system operates with the exchange mechanic described above.

For the most current rate specifics and banner info, refer to in-game info and the official announcement.

Should You Pull on Eri or Kanoe?

Both Eri and Kanoe debut at ★3 with tailored event synergy, and are likely center-stage throughout "Occult Investigation." For F2P or low-spend players, the decision to pull depends on:

Have you completed priority meta units from previous banners?
Are you looking to optimize event drops (both offer specialized student event buffs)?
Do you enjoy the Occult Society storyline or want limited-run furniture?

Optimal Advice: If your account is missing high-impact utility students or you're in resource conserve mode (anticipating future reruns or collabs), these banners are worth a few pulls for event synergy but not obligatory to spark—unless Eri or Kanoe is a favorite, or you're a completionist.

Competing Banners: None currently overlap. Recruitment points reset at the start of the patch, so plan to use any residual points beforehand.

Event & Rewards: Occult Investigation Society—What’s at Stake?

Event Duration: 2024-01-13 post-maintenance – 2024-01-27 01:59 UTC

Eligibility: Complete Mission 2-3 (Normal).
Content: Story chapters, event-specific battles and quests, Dice Race mini-game, challenge modes. Includes a bonus shop & exclusive unlockables.
Specialized Students: Using select units (Eri, Kanoe, etc.) increases event currency, fast-tracking rewards & shop grind.
Mini-Game Dice Race: Spend Tarot Cards for a board-style lottery; awards scale with track completions. Use guaranteed rolls strategically for rare rewards.
Endgame: Unclaimed event currencies become Credit Points (1:1), so be sure to empty the event shop and spend all rolls prior to 2024-02-03 01:59 UTC.

Notable Unlocks:
– Event-exclusive furniture (Suspicious Cauldron, Magic Carpet Fan)
– Premium shop refresh with new tech notes and wildhunt items
– Special interactions: Animated scenes with the new furniture (e.g., Kanoe with Cauldron, Eri on Fan)

Challenge Content:
– Event Challenges open 2024-01-13 19:00 UTC, with an Extra (Ex) stage offering a Secret Tech Sheet—rare late-game upgrade material. There are first-clear only rewards; repeat clears do not provide additional drops.

QoL Upgrades & System Changes

A recurring highlight of every Blue Archive patch, Patch 1.13 brings one of the largest collections of user-focused improvements in months:

Cafe Overhaul: Layouts double from 5 to 10, furniture UI now tracks installed/owned status, edit mode upgraded for rapid placement and batch store functions.
Tactical Challenge: Added voice commentary for Shinon, anonymization toggles for competitive privacy, and wait-time reduction for matchmaking.
Recruitment/Shop: Shortcut bugs squashed, new scrollbar enhances navigation.
Combat Efficiency: Pin units in formation, preview student gear and items directly from battle setup, streamlined auto-deploy logic for Academy buffs in Bounties.
AP and Inventory: In-app timer for AP regen now globally accessible; inventory/crafting menus get tailored filters, simplifying material management.
Miscellaneous: New titles, ID backgrounds, and UI consistency upgrades throughout the HUD.

These combined systems improvements sharply reduce session dead-time and friction, making repeat tasks less tedious and the overall experience snappier especially for event farming/grinding sessions.

Preparation Checklist — What to Do Before 2024-01-13

Claim Old Banner Rewards: Use any Recruitment Points lingering from prior banners—points will reset at the start of the patch.
Finish Expiring Events: Check event and exchange shop dates; some event currencies expire before the new event closes.
AP Banking: Time your stamina refills and daily commissions to coincide with double reward windows (review exact UTC durations in-game).
Inventory Check: Patch download is flagged as large; ensure adequate device storage and Wi-Fi stability to avoid day-one logjam.

Day-1 Priorities After Maintenance

Pull Eri & Kanoe if Desired: Banner is open immediately post-maintenance, and recruit points begin accruing anew.
Jump into Occult Investigation Event: Complete early campaign chapters quickly to unlock all event tasks, shop, and bonus minigame content.
Test QoL Features: Review upgraded Cafe layouts, UI filters, and check for new furniture/crafting unlocks.
Scout Upcoming Campaign Windows: Double check Bounty/Mission/EXP event overlaps for efficient farming.

Additional Campaigns & Rotations

Bounty, Mission, and EXP Campaign Schedules

Campaign	Dates (UTC)	Notes
Bounty Double Rewards	2024-01-12 19:00 – 2024-01-19 18:59	Syncs with early event period
Mission (Normal) Double	2024-01-19 19:00 – 2024-01-26 18:59	Opportunity for optimal material stacking
Account EXP Double #1	2024-01-16 19:00 – 2024-01-18 18:59	Short burst window; coordinate stamina spending
Account EXP Double #2	2024-01-23 19:00 – 2024-01-25 18:59

Take advantage by timing dailies around these reward spikes—especially valuable for both F2P and invested players pushing for roster or account level gains.

Conclusion: What This Patch Means for Blue Archive Sensei

Patch 1.13 is, above all, a statement update—delivering a blend of content, student meta-shifts, and much-demanded user experience improvements. Prioritize event clears for exclusive, non-recurring rewards, but savvy Sensei should also map their resource and banner plans around upcoming double reward phases. The new systems and UI tweaks will be felt by every player, smoothing everything from dailies to endgame optimization.

For detailed event farming guides, meta unit rankings and future banner speculation, stay tuned to EarlyGG Blue Archive coverage and explore:

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