This year’s Halloween update in A Universal Time brings back the familiar spooky grind with some fresh incentives. If you played last year’s event, you’ll notice that the core loop is similar, but there are new NPCs, a raid boss return, and event-exclusive rewards that make the grind worthwhile. This guide breaks everything down clearly so you know exactly where to go, what to farm, and how to get Shinigami and the new cosmetics.
A Universal Time 5.4 Update – Halloween Event, Shinigami
The Halloween Event has returned, and the main currency is Candy. You’ll be collecting Candy from NPCs, bosses, and event activities, then exchanging it for UEE and various limited-time Halloween cosmetics. The event is time-limited, so getting familiar with the farming routes early will save you a lot of trouble later.
Here’s the core loop of the event:
- Collect Candy from event enemies and activities.
- Visit the Sigma of Halloween to exchange your Candy.
- Participate in the Shinigami questline and the Hollow raid for event items and quests.
How to Earn Candy
Candy is the backbone of this update. You can earn it through multiple methods:
Defeating Halloween Event Enemies
Scattered across the map, you’ll encounter seasonal mobs such as skeletons and other Halloween-themed enemies. These enemies drop small amounts of Candy. Early-game players may find these enemies challenging due to their higher stats, so approach with caution or team up with others.
Hollow Raid Boss
Hollow makes a return in this year’s event. Defeating Hollow is the most rewarding method, offering stronger drops including:
- Candy
- Cursed Apple
- Pumpkins
- Other event-exclusive items
Hollow is meant to be fought as a group, and newer players will struggle solo. If you are aiming for event cosmetics or Shinigami progression, this boss will be essential.
Where to Exchange Candy
Visit the Sigma of Halloween NPC. This NPC is the event’s exchange vendor and handles the major Halloween transactions. Here, you can:
- Exchange Candy for UEE
- Roll for returning Halloween cosmetics
The vendor is easy to miss if you don’t know where to look, so check the Cathedral area and interact with the Sigma of Halloween to begin.
The Cathedral Area
A new seasonal zone, the Cathedral, serves as the event’s hub. You can:
- Fight Halloween mobs for Candy
- Access Hollow’s raid
- Progress the Shinigami questline
- Find other seasonal NPCs
To reach the Cathedral, speak with the NPC named Bulks. He’ll teleport you directly to the event zone.
Shinigami Questline Guide
The Shinigami quest has returned, offering players a chance to unlock Shinigami again. It follows the traditional structure, but here’s a clear step-by-step breakdown to avoid confusion.
Step 1: Speak to Distinguished Dwarf
Find the NPC known as the Distinguished Dwarf. He starts your Shinigami quest and explains what you need to collect. The first requirement is:
Step 2: Obtain the Key
The Key is an epic drop found in chests. To earn it:
- Defeat enemies to spawn chests
- Open as many as you can until the Key drops
It isn’t guaranteed, and the drop rate is low, so you’ll need patience or a good farming route.
Step 3: Collect Shinigami Ritual Items
After obtaining the Key, you’ll need these items:
- Cursed Apple
- Pumpkin
Both are drops from the Hollow raid boss, not from regular mobs. Expect multiple runs because drop rates are not guaranteed.
Once you have all required items, return to the NPC and complete the quest to unlock Shinigami.
Are There Any New Codes?
As of this update, no new codes have been released. The previously known code “ThatsRad” is currently expired, so do not waste time trying to redeem it. If new codes are released mid-event, they are usually announced through the game’s official socials.
The Halloween update follows the structure of last year’s event with some new content layered in. If you participated previously, you’ll feel right at home. If not, here’s how to maximize your progress:
- Focus on farming Hollow early to secure core items for Shinigami.
- Convert Candy into UEE rather than random rolling if you want guaranteed progress.
- The event is time-limited, so prioritize unlocking Shinigami before cosmetics.
The update rewards consistent grinders and team-based play. If you’re aiming for all event collectibles, start early, learn Hollow mechanics, and stay active in the Cathedral.