Masako Nozawa takes on the rap challenge! banvox and Cypress Ueno teamed up to release a song commemorating the 15th anniversary of "Maple Story!

The 2D action online game "Maple Story" has released its 15th anniversary song! The song is a collaboration of banvox and Cypress Ueno, and a video of Masako Nozawa, a very famous voice actress, challenging to rap is available on Youtube.

Nexon Inc., an online game distribution company, has released "History," a song commemorating the 15th anniversary of its 2D action online game "Maple Story. In addition, the second update of the major update "Black Mage" was implemented at the same time.

The 15th anniversary song "History" was composed by internationally acclaimed music producer banvox and written by Cypress Ueno of "Freestyle Dungeon" fame. Masako Nozawa, a voice actress of superstardom, took up the challenge of rapping to the highly accomplished music created by the two. In addition to writing the lyrics, Cypress Ueno also participates in the music as a guest vocalist.

The song looks back on the 15-year history of Maple Story, which is filled with memories of many players, and expresses the anticipation for the upcoming updates. The song is filled with the unique culture of Maple Story and nostalgic stories, so players and non-players alike are encouraged to listen to the song.

To commemorate the 15th anniversary, a giveaway campaign is being held to win nostalgic items, so if you are in your 20s or 30s, you are sure to find one thing you know! Be sure to check out the special site.


New events and contents information are as follows.

New contents

Moon Bridge

　Period: Wednesday, December 19, 2018 (after maintenance) - until the opening of the next region The curtain has been cut on the decisive battle against the dark wizard.

　The heroes gathered at the outpost and formed the Tenebris Expedition with Cygnus at the center.

　At last, the time of departure arrived. And the stage of battle is set for Moonbridge. ......

Expedition Mission Moonbridge

　Period: Wednesday, December 19, 2018 (after maintenance) - until the next region opens, the Tenebris Expedition will make all-out efforts to break through the Moon Bridge.

　Perform 3 missions every day to earn "Wishes" and "Coalition Loot".

New Event

Coalition Supply Station

　Period: Wednesday, December 19, 2018 (after maintenance) - until the defeat of the Wizard of Darkness, the "Coalition Supply Depot" will be open to purchase more luxurious items the higher your coalition grade is!

　You can also purchase valuable items that are rarely available!

Defensive mission "Trapped Soldier

　Period: After the maintenance on December 19, 2018 (Wed.) - until the next region opens, save the captured soldiers with the "Rescue Signal Bullet"!

You will receive a "wish" and combat support!

Defensive mission "Helpers of the Blue Sky"

　Period: Wednesday, December 19, 2018 (after maintenance) - until the next region opens, deliver supplies to the battleships, bypassing the obstacles in your way!

　You will receive a "wish" according to your flight score!

Changes in Maple World - "Dark Messages"

　Period: Wednesday, December 19, 2018 (after maintenance) ~.

　When you join the Maple Union and defeat elite monsters, there is a certain probability that a dark wizard's servant, "Darkness's Decree," will appear.

　Defeat the "Dark Messenger" and earn many "Wishes"!

Changes in Maple World "Black Chain

　Period: Wednesday, December 19, 2019 (after maintenance) ~.

　After joining the Maple Coalition, "Black Chains" will appear with a certain probability when you defeat elite monsters.

　The Black Chain can only inflict a certain amount of damage, so everyone in the Maple Coalition must work together to defeat it!

　Defeating the "Black Chain" will not only grant you many "Wishes" but also a special buff effect.

　The "Black Chain" will appear as you progress through the story.

Recommended point items

Wakuwaku Abaran Box

　Sales period: Wednesday, December 19, 2018 (after maintenance) to Wednesday, January 9, 2018 (11:00)

　The popular Alice & Cheshire Cat avatar series is back!

　You will feel like the hero of a fairy tale!

Gold Apple

　On sale from Wednesday, December 19, 2018 (after maintenance) to Wednesday, January 9, 2018 (11:00)

　Absoleth weapons and "Orca Lloyd" and "Suu Lloyd" are now available!

　You are so cute, Orca!