GRYPHLINE has revealed a major free update for Arknights: Endfield titled At the Wake of Spring, set to launch on April 17, 2026. This version 1.2 update continues the Wuling storyline and brings new game content, Operator, industrial systems, regions, events, and more. So, let’s dive into the details!<memubtn game_id=91053&ext=20260414></memubtn>Arknights: Endfield update brings new story developments and the first battle against NefarithSo, this upcoming update continues the escalating tension in Wuling, starting with an emergency report from the new character Zhuang Fangyi involving Ardashir’s sudden appearance near the new Marker Stone facility. And as things spiral further, you’ll be pushed into a direct confrontation with Nefarith for the very first time, and this kind of excites me.
Arknights: Endfield Version 1.2 update: New Operator and new regions
1. Arknights: Endfield New Operator: Zhuang Fangyi
New Operator Zhuang Fangyi in Arknights: Endfield (Image via GRYPHLINE)
Zhuang Fangyi, the new 6-Star Operator, is an Electric-based striker with very high damage output. You can consume Electrification with her battle skill to continuously generate Sunderblades and then strike enemies with thunder. And her ultimate ability significantly enhances your combat performance.2. Arknights: Endfield New Region: Marker StoneSo, Marker Stone is one of the key facilities central to Wuling’s stability and also to suppress the very large rift in the storyline. Here, you’ll find ever-changing spaces and complex pathways, in addition to the obstacles set by Adashir.3. Arknights: Endfield New Region: Test AreaTest Area is another new region that is opening later in the update cycle. Overall, this update brings post-disaster restoration, puzzle-solving, and deeper regional exploration.
Arknights: Endfield Version 1.2 update: New mission scenes, gear sets, and collectible contentThe update also brings a wide variety of missions, gear, and more, and they are as follows:
Arknights: Endfield New Ornamentals (Image via GRYPHLINE)
New Mission Scenes
Wuling Underground Array mission scene.
Attacked Main Pillar Office mission scenario.
Gear Updates
Bonekrusha, Frontiers, and Swordmancer Gear Packs.
New Gear Sets
Qingbo and Xiranflow Gear Packs
New Item
Ornamentals: Tube Professor, Miniature Tree on a Hill, and Chubby Lung Bollard.
Events, headhunting, and arsenal issuesAnd what exactly is an update without events and recruitment banners, right? Well, don’t worry, as Arknights: Endfield is bringing a lot of them for you.
Arknights: Endfield Thunder of Renewal Headhunting (Image via GRYPHLINE)
Headhunting
Charter Headhunting – Thunder of Renewal.
Special Headhunting – Fest of Brilliance.
Arsenal Issues
Drifiting Raft Issue, Smelting Fire Issue, and Swift Walker Issue.
Here are the upcoming events:
Etchings of Our Cosmic Dreams Event in Arknights: Endfield (Image via GRYPHLINE)
Subduer of the Blighted Sea – In this guide event, you can complete missions like unlocking TP Points in the Marker Stone region to earn various rewards.
Curious Use of Xiranite – In this guide event, you can complete missions like unlocking TP Points in the Test Area region to earn various rewards.
Etchings of Our Cosmic Dreams – This Space Exploration Event begins on April 24, 2026.
AIC Support: Palm-Top Savior – This AIC Production Event begins on April 28, 2026.
Supply: Wuling Super Chef – Supply event.
Wuling AIC Plan updateYou can look forward to the following Industrial System content:
Arknights: Endfield Wuling AIC Plan (Image via GRYPHLINE)
New fluid type: Precipitation Acid.
New production formulas for Wuling AIC III systems.
Various new AIC facilities like the Acid Resistant Pump Mk II and Expanded Crucible.
Overall, the upcoming update of Arknights: Endfield looks pretty content-heavy to me, as it introduces new story content, more map and exploration content in Wuling, and deep industrial gameplay with a new outpost, new resources, and new production options. On top of that, the events look fun, and the permanent gameplay updates and improvements are also welcome.
