The blazing sky crackled open and shed monsters downward onto Earthbread. Boots marched against the damp soil underneath and metal swords clanked together. Orders were delivered at soldiers and heroes yelled “ONWARDS!.” It was all for the war at the Edge Of Light And Darkness thinned by a blade. From the moment the barrier broke, the quills of history spilt ink. This is the pivotal moment in Cookie Run Kingdom fans have waited for.
What is Cookie Run Kindom?: Cookie Run Kingdom is an RPG (Role-play Game) video game released in 2021 that is available on iOS and Android devices. Players collect characters called cookies through a luck-based system known as gatcha (or also referred to as pulling). These cookies can be leveled up with in-game materials (such as Star Jellies and Skill Powder) to fight off enemies, engage with the storyline of the game, and compete with other players in the arena. Players also utilize materials used for producing in-game items to receive awards (example: Hot Jelly Stew, Tempered Pickaxe, Robust Axes, and Mint Choco Jam) and complete events/ activities for in-game rewards. Ever since 2021, Cookie Run Kingdom has been loved by millions of players worldwide and is considered one of the most popular mobile RPG’s.
“I noticed how suddenly the popularity grew,” said senior Allison Toll.
What’s the story of it?: The story starts in the past when the witches (who created the cookies and nearly everything in the cookie world) gave five cookies an item called a soul jams (gems that grant cookies a large quantity of power) to five cookies known as the five Virtues. The five cookies represented the virtues of Knowledge, Volition, Change, Happiness, and Solidarity.They provided stability on Earthbread (earth or cookie world) until the five cookies realized their power and grew into a state of derealization causing them to turn evil. The five virtues became the five beasts representing Sloth (Eternal Sugar Cookie ), Deceit (Shadow Milk Cookie), Silence (Silent Salt Cookie), Destruction (Burning Spice Cookie), and Apathy (Mystic Flour Cookie).
When the five cookies turned evil, they had mass destruction across the land and they were sealed into a tree (in a continent called Beast Yeast) by force to stop their chaos. The Soul Jams split in half and were spread out across Earthbread. Five new cookies found the Soul Jams and became the new owners. These five owners represented Abundance (Golden Cheese Cookie), Passion (Hollyberry Cookie),Resolution (Dark Cacao Cookie), Freedom (White Lily Cookie), and Truth (Pure Vanilla Cookie). The five hero (also referred to as ancient) cookies were close friends, worked together, and brought a golden age of peace/prosperity. The era of peace ceased when the main antagonist, Dark Enchantress, planned an attack on a kingdom ruled by one of the ancient cookies (The Pure Vanilla Kingdom) and it was known as the Dark Flour War.
During the invasion, all of the ancient cookies gathered in the kingdom castle where Dark Enchantress attempted to steal all of the Soul Jams unsuccessfully and a large battle occurred which ended in an explosion sending the Soul Jams and every cookie flying. After the War, the world erupted into instability and then the protagonist (Gingerbrave) is introduced as he escapes the witches’ oven (a place where cookies are baked) and seeks to reunite the ancients and other powerful cookies to fight against Dark Enchantress to protect Earthbread.
What planned for this new update?: The update will include a new Beast Yeast episode (13) called The Edge Of Light And Darkness. The new episode will feature high quality 3D animation, 2D animation, and intense story line full of well-loved characters. The episode will be the start of a long-awaited battle with Dark Enchantress Cookie. In addition, Dark Enchantress Cookie has become playable for fans. Dark Enchantress deals large quantities of damage to enemies and drains HP from enemies. The maximum level for cookies and cookie skill has been raised from 90 to 100 allowing for cookies to gain additional power. A new cookie has been released called Mold Dough Cookie. Mold Dough Cookie charges forward, dealing damage and pushing back his enemies. At the end of his charge attack, he deals area damage. Updated guides have been added to the game to match added features and give recommendations for how they can upgrade cookies.
“I love the design of Dark Enchantress Cookie,” said senior Allison Toll.
New toppings (a specific item that give cookies additional benefits in battle that vary) have been added such as the Darkness Vessel which deals DMG to enemies within range. If the target is a Cookie, it inflicts DMG Resist and ATK debuffs. If the target does not have an HP Shield, then it deals additional DMG Resist and ATK debuffs. Reduces DEF for other targets and the Crimson Magic Whistle which At the beginning of battle, the team gains the Crimson Whistle buff, which increases CRIT%, CRIT DMG, DMG of all elements for the entire team. At the same time, the team gains the Whistle’s Curse debuff increasing elemental DMG taken. Cookies with the Crimson Whistle buff are inflicted with Magic Decay, which reduces their Healing at given intervals.
“I can’t wait for this update!” said junior Madison Press.
New toppings (items that give specific cookies certain benefits) have been added and events that allow players to obtain beascuits (items that provide additional HP, ATK, etc to cookies). New clothing items have been added to be obtained for MyCookie (a player’s online avatar) and events such as Cake Hound Round Up that give players rewards for competing with other players. Production efficiency has risen, new rewards have been added for other activities, there is a new Gatcha banner allowing for the higher chance of a better cookie, new costumes for cookies, and a limited-time in-game shop.
The game continues the rise in popularity as updates release. The lovable cookies, enjoyable events, and investing storyline have brought people together a large community, fans who make art/creative works, and good friends. The legacy of this game will shine down upon the community forever.
