NIKKE October 2026 Update: Belorta Banner & Events

NIKKE October 2026 Update: Belorta: Pumpkin Witch and Halloween Festivities

Commanders, the spooky season is upon us. Goddess of Victory: NIKKE's next major update arrives on October 8, 2026, bringing a new Halloween-themed Nikke, limited costumes, and a packed event schedule. Whether you're saving for a meta supporter or just here for the freebies, this patch has something for everyone. For more NIKKE news and guides, check out our game hub.

At a Glance

• Maintenance: 2026-10-08 from 11:00 to 15:00 (UTC+9). Expect the game to be offline during this window.
• New Nikke: SSR Belorta: Pumpkin Witch (Supporter, Water code, Tetra Line) debuts in Special Recruit.
• New Costumes: Limited outfits for Label and Cinderella, plus a rerun for Novel.
• Major Events: Story event LITTLE WITCH TRICK, 14-day login DAILY TRICK, and the Cinderella Special campaign.
• Raids: Union Raid, Coordinated Operation, and Solo Raid Season 42 all return.
• Champion Arena: Beta Season 40 concludes the beta phase; official season to follow later.

Belorta: Pumpkin Witch – Banner Details

The headline addition is SSR Belorta: Pumpkin Witch, a Supporter who boosts ally offense and further strengthens the team with her Burst Skill. She wields a Rocket Launcher (Candy Shot) and is a Water-code unit from Tetra Line.

Special Recruit Schedule

Detail	Info
Banner Duration	2026-10-08 (after maintenance) – 2026-10-28 23:59:59 (UTC+9)
SSR Rate	4% (2% for Belorta: Pumpkin Witch)
Currency	Gems (Free/Paid) or Advanced Recruit Vouchers
Mileage	200 Gold Mileage Tickets for guaranteed exchange
Post-Banner	Added to Ordinary Recruit, Social Point Recruit, and Molds in a later update

As always, Gold Mileage Tickets carry over after the banner ends, so any unused tickets remain in your inventory.

Should You Pull?

Belorta: Pumpkin Witch fills a supporter niche that can amplify your team's damage output, particularly in Water-code compositions. If you're building around Water DPS units or need a burst-phase buffer, she's worth considering. However, with the Cinderella Special running concurrently and potential future banners on the horizon, F2P Commanders should weigh their gem reserves carefully. If you already have strong supporters like Liter or Crown, Belorta may be a luxury rather than a necessity. For low-spenders, the OCCULTIST PASS offers additional recruit vouchers and a costume, providing decent value if you're committing to this banner.

New Costumes and Reruns

Halloween brings a trio of cosmetic options:

• Label – Occultist: A limited costume obtained via the OCCULTIST PASS (premium track). Includes full voice-over.
• Cinderella – Glass Curtsy: Celebrating Cinderella's win in the 2026 popularity poll, this costume includes a full voice-over, Burst Skill animation, standing pose, and special SD model. Available through the Cinderella Special login event.
• Novel – Detective Nurse: A rerun of last year's Halloween costume, available in the Cash Shop from 2026-10-08 to 2026-10-28 23:59:59 (UTC+9).

Events and Rewards

LITTLE WITCH TRICK (Story Event)

Belorta's Halloween preparations go awry as strange rumors spread. Clear event stages to earn event items, exchangeable in the Event Shop for Recruit Vouchers, skill materials, and more. The shop closes on 2026-10-28 23:59:59 (UTC+9). A Challenge Stage is also available for high-difficulty boss fights and extra development materials.

DAILY TRICK (14-Day Login)

Log in for any 14 days during the event period to claim Advanced Recruit Vouchers and development materials. The event runs from 2026-10-08 to 2026-10-28 23:59:59 (UTC+9).

Cinderella Special

A long-term event running until 2026-12-03 04:59:59 (UTC+9). Simply log in to receive Cinderella's limited costume Glass Curtsy, the theme song Beautiful Me, and limited avatar frames for the top 5 popularity poll winners: Cinderella, Liberalio, Little Mermaid, Arcana: Fortune Mate, and Snow White: Heavy Arms.

MOST BEAUTIFUL MAID (Side Story)

Follow Cinderella as she learns to be a maid under Prince's guidance. Available from 2026-10-08 to 2026-10-28 23:59:59 (UTC+9).

GINGERBREAD HOUSE (Side Story)

Old Tales searches for Hansel and Gretel. Requires completion of Campaign Normal stage 6-15. Starts after maintenance on 2026-10-08.

FULL BURST DAY

Bonus rewards in Interception and Simulation Room on:

• 2026-10-17 05:00 – 2026-10-19 04:59 (UTC+9)
• 2026-10-24 05:00 – 2026-10-26 04:59 (UTC+9)

Raids and Competitive Modes

Union Raid

Runs from 2026-10-09 05:00 to 2026-10-15 04:59 (UTC+9). Unions must be level 3 to participate. Note that you cannot leave or remove members during the event.

Coordinated Operation

Team up with five Commanders to defeat bosses and earn Broken Core and Rusted Bones for the Recycling Shop. Boss schedule:

• Modernia: 2026-10-09 12:00 – 2026-10-11 23:59 (UTC+9)
• Nihilister: 2026-10-23 12:00 – 2026-10-25 23:59 (UTC+9)

Solo Raid Season 42

Available from 2026-10-15 12:00 to 2026-10-22 04:59 (UTC+9). The boss is Water code (weak to Electric). Rewards include Harmony Cube materials, Favorite Item maintenance materials, and Collection Item maintenance materials.

Champion Arena Beta Season 40

Starts 2026-10-08. This is the final beta season; the mode will be temporarily suspended afterward as the developers prepare for the official season. Commanders who finish Top 4 in SP Arena Season 101 will not be able to participate in this beta season.

Quality-of-Life and System Updates

• Welcome Back event is temporarily suspended for improvements. If you're eligible after the October 8 maintenance, you'll be placed in the revamped event once it goes live. The new eligibility requires logging in at least 24 days (576 hours) after your last login.
• New profile card objects, titles, and lobby backgrounds added.
• TRACING THE STARS rhythm game gains Mustang's theme song EEEEEEEEE-ntertainment for free, plus 9 extra tracks via the premium Album Pack T.T.S. TETRA ENTERTAINMENT PACK V.1.
• New character packages available in the Cash Shop until 2026-10-28 23:59:59 (UTC+9).

Pre-Patch To-Dos

• Spend any expiring stamina or tickets before maintenance.
• If you're close to a pity on the current banner, decide whether to finish it or save for Belorta.
• Check your Union status: you'll need to be in a level 3+ Union for Union Raid.
• Complete any ongoing Welcome Back events if you're currently eligible.

Day-1 Priorities

• Log in and claim the Cinderella Special rewards immediately.
• Start the LITTLE WITCH TRICK story event and begin farming event currency.
• Pull for Belorta: Pumpkin Witch if you decide she's worth it; remember the 2% rate.
• Check the new OCCULTIST PASS if you're interested in Label's costume.
• Begin Union Raid with your Union as soon as it opens on 2026-10-09.

Conclusion

The October 8 update is a hefty one, blending Halloween festivities with meaningful roster additions and a full slate of raids. Belorta: Pumpkin Witch may not be a must-pull for every account, but her supporter kit could shine in specific team compositions. With so many events running simultaneously, Commanders should prioritize their goals and manage resources wisely. For more detailed breakdowns, keep an eye on our NIKKE news hub.