Pearl Abyss launched a major update for black Desert Online today, introducing Olvia Academy. The new system aims to onboard new players with a structured learning experience covering both combat and life skills, complete with rewards.
Olvia Academy runs on a term system. The first term begins after maintenance on January 22, 2026, and lasts until maintenance on April 16, 2026.Players with a level 60 or higher character can enroll through the Olvia Academy emblem near the minimap. completing the introductory quest unlocks an Academia outfit and a unique title.
The Academy offers two core tracks:
- Combat Course: This storyline focuses on teaching basic combat mechanics and reinforcing core gameplay.
- Life Skill Course: Players receive instruction in essential life skills like Gathering, Cooking, and Alchemy, gaining practical experience.
Completing both courses yields Family-wide rewards to aid long-term progression. Combat Course rewards include high-end enhancement materials and equipment, such as a Choose Your PEN (V) Blackstar Weapon Box, Darkstar black Stones for guaranteed PEN (V) Blackstar enhancement, and up to 6,000 Crone Stones. Life Skill Course rewards focus on growth in those areas, including Blue-grade TRI (III) Life Skill Clothes, TRI (III) Life Tools, and up to 9,000 Cron Stones.
A dedicated monster zone near the Olvia campus allows players to defeat pirates and earn Academy Coins through weekly quests. This zone is designed for Academy progression,with item drop rate effects disabled and Agris Fever not consumed.
