NCSOFT's next-generation open-world RPG Lineage 2M is celebrating five years since its launch with a major anniversary update. The update, titled "ETERNAL BOND: Flying Dragon Alliance" (飛龍結義), is set to go live on March 25, 2026. A dedicated special site opened on March 11.
5th Anniversary Update "ETERNAL BOND: Flying Dragon Alliance" Coming March 25
Special Site Launch Date: March 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Special Site URL: https://lineage2m.ncsoft.jp/lp/202603_update
The 5th anniversary update "ETERNAL BOND: Flying Dragon Alliance" is confirmed for March 25 (Wednesday). The update embodies the wish for players to forge deeper bonds with their companions and continue their adventures as the game enters its fifth year.
The update is expected to include the appearance of heroes from the celebrated work Records of the Three Kingdoms, a Class Reboot for "Spear," updates for both the "Origin World" and "Reserve World," and the introduction of "INTERLUDE Coupons." Full details on the update will be published on March 19 (Thursday).
Official Livestream "Lineage 2M 5th Anniversary Party — Celebrate Night!" Announced
Broadcast Date: March 19, 2026 (Thursday), 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM (scheduled)
Broadcast URL: https://www.youtube.com/live/RhcJoRN0k7c
An official Lineage 2M livestream is scheduled for March 19 (Thursday) at 8:00 PM. The broadcast will cover full details on the 5th anniversary update "ETERNAL BOND: Flying Dragon Alliance" alongside the latest news for both the Origin and Reserve Worlds.
In-game items will be distributed in abundance, and a special program looking back on the 5th anniversary is also planned. Highlights include the introduction of "Aden Continent Adventure Tales" submitted by players via the special site, and a quiz segment where viewers can compete for the title of quiz champion. Winning players will receive a "Mythic Class Guaranteed Ticket (×1)."
Guests (no honorifics, order not fixed)
- MC: Chuunii (https://x.com/sirokurochannel)
- Lineage 2M Service Team: [FS] Quepo / [FS] Tabashi
Note: Program content is subject to change due to the live nature of the broadcast.
[Origin] New Legendary Agathion "Pegasus" and More Arrive
Update Date: March 11, 2026 (Wednesday), during regular maintenance
Two new Agathions have joined the "Origin World": the Legendary-grade "Pegasus" and the Heroic-grade "Swallow."
Summoning "Pegasus" boosts stats such as "Damage Reduction" and "Triple Resistance," and the skill "Support: Radiant Resilience" further increases "Damage Resistance" and "Status Ailment Resistance."
Summoning "Swallow" raises stats including "Damage Reduction" and "Skill Defense Power," while the skill "Support: Zephyr Resilience" provides additional boosts to "Damage Resistance" and "Status Ailment Resistance."
[Origin] Full details on the March 11 update:
https://lineage2m.ncsoft.jp/board/update/view?articleId=69b08654232a171f20adacb3
[All] "Love on the Cookie" Event
Event Period: After regular maintenance on March 11, 2026 (Wednesday) – before regular maintenance on March 25, 2026 (Wednesday) (scheduled)
During the event, players can exchange "Love White Day Cookie (Event)" items at the NPC "Loving Patissier (Event)" found in each in-game village for the Heroic-grade Agathion "Cupid" or the Rare-grade Agathion "Choco Golem."
"Love White Day Cookies" can be obtained by completing the daily revelation "Patissier's Request (Event)" purchased with Adena from NPCs, defeating the limited-time rift invader "Choco Soldier," or defeating boss monsters that appear in Zariché and Akamanaph.
A dedicated Season Pass, "Love on the Cookie," will also be available.
In the "Origin World," rewards include items such as "Intermediate Awakening Potion (Engraving)," "Lower Superior Awakening Potion (Engraving)," and "Pioneer's Legendary Revelation (Event)." Premium rewards can be unlocked for 1,000,000 Adena, and Blood Pledge members will receive "Einhasad's Blessing 5,000" by mail.
In the "Reserve World," rewards include "Upper Class Acquisition Ticket (×11) (Event)," "Upper Agathion Acquisition Ticket (×11) (Event)," and "Lower Awakening Potion (Engraving)." Premium rewards can be unlocked for 500,000 Adena, and Blood Pledge members will receive "Einhasad's Blessing 3,000" by mail.
Full details on the "Love on the Cookie" event:
https://lineage2m.ncsoft.jp/board/notice/view?articleId=69b08653ff725971d1f1b26e
5th Anniversary Party Livestream Follow & Repost Campaign
Campaign Period: March 11, 2026 (Wednesday) – March 19, 2026 (Thursday), until 8:00 PM (scheduled)
To celebrate the 5th anniversary official livestream, 5 lucky participants who follow the official Lineage 2M X account and repost the target post during the campaign period will win a 1,000 yen gift code.
Prize: Apple Gift Card or Google Play Gift Code — 1,000 yen × 5 winners
Participation Requirements:
- Follow the official Lineage 2M X account (https://x.com/Lineage2M_JP)
- Repost the target campaign post during the campaign period
Full campaign details:
https://lineage2m.ncsoft.jp/board/event/view?articleId=69b0dab255f9741f2cd9b407
5th Anniversary Update Commemoration Follow & Repost Campaign
Campaign Period: March 11, 2026 (Wednesday) – March 24, 2026 (Tuesday), until 11:59 PM (scheduled)
In celebration of Lineage 2M reaching its 5th anniversary, 5 lucky participants who follow the official Lineage 2M X account and repost the target post during the campaign period will win a 1,000 yen gift code.
Prize: Apple Gift Card or Google Play Gift Code — 1,000 yen × 5 winners
Participation Requirements:
- Follow the official Lineage 2M X account (https://x.com/Lineage2M_JP)
- Repost the target campaign post during the campaign period
Full campaign details:
https://lineage2m.ncsoft.jp/board/event/view?articleId=69b0dab10cb1d018984f80de
"5th Anniversary: Aden Continent Adventure Tales" Campaign
Campaign Period: March 11, 2026 (Wednesday) – March 19, 2026 (Thursday), until 6:00 PM (scheduled)
Players are invited to share their memorable stories from the past five years of Lineage 2M — heartwarming moments, epic failures, and funny episodes alike. Submissions can be made via the dedicated form on the "ETERNAL BOND: Flying Dragon Alliance" special site. Selected episodes will be featured during the official livestream on March 19 (Thursday) at 8:00 PM, and the 5 players whose stories are introduced will receive a 3,000 yen gift card.
Prize: 5 featured players will receive their choice of the following 3,000 yen gift cards:
- Apple Gift Card
- Google Play Gift Code
- Amazon Gift Card
Participation Requirements: Submit an episode or memory via the dedicated form on the "ETERNAL BOND: Flying Dragon Alliance" special site
Full campaign details:
https://lineage2m.ncsoft.jp/board/event/view?articleId=69b0dab0232a171f20adabcf
About Lineage 2M
Lineage 2M is the official mobile remake of the popular PC online game "Lineage 2," built with next-generation 3D graphics technology. It features the largest seamless open world in mobile gaming history, with growth systems designed for long-term enjoyment and large-scale battles involving over 10,000 players. Players can open the door to new adventures alongside their Blood Pledge companions, bound together by unbreakable bonds.
Information current as of March 11, 2026. Schedules are subject to change.
