AFK Journey Patch 1.7.4 Calendar: Full September Schedule

The Crown of Ashes season is entering its final act, making this the last opportunity to complete your Handbook, spend your seasonal currency, and claim phase-locked rewards before the season ends. Patch 1.7.4 introduces two new heroes, a new Ravaged Realm boss, the return of 3v3 real-time PvP, and important Enhance Force upgrades that affect the current meta for Viperian and Alsa. Here is everything you need to know about the update and its release schedule.

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The Final Phase Timeline at a Glance

Patch 1.7.4 runs from September 3 through September 23, marking the final phase of the Crown of Ashes season. New content will arrive in two primary waves, with some events remaining active throughout the entire update period.

All times are in UTC. The schedule may be adjusted through in-game updates.

New Heroes: Eryndor and Karma Join the Roster

Two new Graveborn heroes will join the roster during Patch 1.7.4.

Eryndor, the Veiled Viceroy, arrives as soon as the update goes live. He leads the Solitaries, a mysterious intelligence network based in the Twilight Pavilion. This wandering vampire has spent years gathering secrets from across the world, turning information into his greatest weapon. If someone has a secret worth trading, Eryndor is likely to know about it.

Karma, the Twinborn Malice, will join the roster later in the update. Karma consists of twin brothers, Kar and Mar, who share a single body. Although the two constantly argue with each other, they become a unified force once they enter combat, combining their strength to deliver devastating attacks.

Eryndor's banner will remain available until September 22, while Karma's banner is scheduled to begin around September 17 and continue into early October. The staggered schedule gives players some time to see how Eryndor performs before deciding whether to invest in Karma's banner.

Ravaged Realm – Giant Golem Boss

Patch 1.7.4 introduces the Giant Golem as the latest Ravaged Realm boss. This ancient war machine is designed to pressure the entire team while gradually wearing down your heroes.

The encounter follows a relatively clear attack pattern. The Golem first channels energy into the huge rings surrounding its body before unleashing a series of attacks across the battlefield. Once this attack sequence ends, the Golem enters a brief shutdown state. This is the key opportunity to unleash your strongest burst damage and crowd-control abilities.

Pay close attention to two of its attacks:

· When the Golem raises its hammer before smashing it down, all units take direct damage.

· When the Golem sweeps its weapon across the battlefield, all enemies take damage and receive an injury debuff that causes additional damage over time.

The shutdown period is the most important damage window in the fight. Save your Ultimate abilities and other high-impact skills for this phase rather than using them immediately. Heroes with strong burst damage can make particularly good use of this opening, and precise timing will be important for players aiming for higher leaderboard rankings.

Savannah Cup Returns

The limited-time 3v3 real-time PvP event, Savannah Cup, returns in Patch 1.7.4 with its signature pick-and-ban system and rotating maps. Since every match can require a different approach, relying on a single lineup throughout the entire bracket is unlikely to be enough.

This edition also introduces an improved spectator experience. VIP card holders who join matches as spectators will have their names and exclusive badges displayed more prominently in entrance notifications, match interfaces, and result announcements. Whether you are competing for the highest rank or watching top players for inspiration, these improvements make the event more engaging.

Savannah Cup will run from the patch launch through mid-September, so prepare your PvP lineups early.

Enhance Force Upgrades: Viperian and Alsa

Two notable heroes receive Enhance Force upgrades in Patch 1.7.4, bringing meaningful changes to how they perform in combat.

Viperian gains a new life-drain mechanic through his Darkvipers. After the upgrade, each Darkviper deals damage while granting Life Drain to Viperian. When an enemy's HP first falls below a specific threshold, Viperian summons an additional Darkviper. The new viper prioritizes enemies that are not already possessed or those that have dealt the most damage to your team. Each enemy can have up to two Darkvipers at the same time, allowing the effect to stack both damage and healing.

Alsa receives a major improvement to Rolling Boulder. Once the skill hits enough enemies, it summons a massive boulder that crashes into the area with the highest concentration of enemies. The impact deals heavy damage while reducing Magic DEF for a set duration, creating an opening for magic-focused damage dealers to deal significantly more damage.

Both Enhance Force upgrades become available with the patch, so Viperian and Alsa are likely to see more use across both PvE and PvP teams.

New Story, Homestead Decor, and Rewards Overview

The story continues in Patch 1.7.4 as you are called back to the palace, where the king remains trapped in a deep sleep. In an attempt to find a way to save him, you will investigate the mystery surrounding Excalibur and follow clues left behind by the first king, as well as a long-forgotten memory. As the investigation progresses, hidden secrets from the past gradually come to light.

The Homestead also receives a new decor set called Harmony Grove. Featuring roses, flowing veils, and a musical atmosphere, the set brings a more romantic style to your Homestead. In addition, Eryndor and Karma each have exclusive headgear that can be unlocked by raising their Affinity to the required level.

A new Ravaged Realm ranking reward set is also available. Earn points throughout the season and receive tiered rewards according to your final ranking.

Final Thoughts

The final phase of a season is the perfect time to turn your preparations into meaningful progression. Whether your goal is climbing the leaderboard, testing the newest heroes, or following the conclusion of the story, Patch 1.7.4 offers plenty to work toward before the Crown of Ashes season ends.

Before the final phase gets underway, take some time to review your resource plans. If you need more Dragon Crystals or summoning resources, WISHGM offers a convenient option for an AFK Journey top-up, helping you prepare for new heroes and make the most of the season's final rewards.