"Romance of the Three Kingdoms BOND," a premium Steam game led by Yasuhiro Nishiyama, producer of Sega's "Sangokushi Taisen" and "maimai," will launch its September official season for the weekend-limited real-time PVP ranked mode "Mandate Battle" on September 5. The top two players each week will advance to the first official tournament, "Quest for Supremacy," with the final eight competing for the monthly championship on October 10.
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms BOND" is a strategy game featuring deck-building, roguelike drafting, army battles, and auto-battler mechanics, with Chinese language support. Players assemble teams from randomly appearing generals each match, arranging formations and leveraging "BOND" connections between characters to turn the tide. With no complex controls or pay-to-win numerical advantages, each ~10-minute match truly tests player judgment and decision-making.
Official Launch on September 5; Earn Limited Crown Badges; Top 2 Each Week Advance
"Mandate Battle" is a real-time matchmaking ranked mode open to players in "Romance of the Three Kingdoms BOND." With partial information about the opponent's formation hidden and limited thinking time, players must adjust their generals and positioning based on the enemy lineup, engaging in intense strategic duels.
Match outcomes affect your ranking points, "Martial Prowess," with rankings settled weekly. Based on your rank, the system awards crown honor badges in gold, silver, bronze, or blue. The highest-level crown earned during the four weeks of the month will be displayed on your profile until the end of the fourth phase of the next Mandate Battle.
Four weeks of competition in September. The top two players each week qualify for "Quest for Supremacy," producing eight finalists in total. If a player declines their spot, it will be offered to the next highest-ranked player.
September "Mandate Battle" Schedule
All times listed are in Beijing Time.
Week 1: September 5 (Sat) – September 6 (Sun), 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM (next day)
Week 2: September 12 (Sat) – September 13 (Sun), 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM (next day)
Week 3: September 19 (Sat) – September 20 (Sun), 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM (next day)
Week 4: September 26 (Sat) – September 27 (Sun), 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM (next day)
First Official Tournament "Quest for Supremacy" Begins in October
The eight players who stand out in the September "Mandate Battle" will gather for the first official tournament, "Quest for Supremacy," to compete for the monthly championship of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms BOND" in a single-elimination bracket. Watch via live stream to see how global top players choose generals, build teams, activate "BONDs," and counter their opponents' strategies. Live broadcasts include Chinese commentary.
Tournament Name: First "Quest for Supremacy"
Schedule: Starts at 19:00 (Beijing Time) on Saturday, October 10, 2026
Participants: 8 players (top 2 from each week of the September "Mandate Battle")
Format: 8-player single-elimination tournament, totaling 8 matches (including the third-place match)
Broadcast Platforms: Official Steam Channel (accessible via the game's Steam page), YouTube
Prizes: 1st to 3rd place winners receive newly illustrated exclusive portrait avatars and limited titles corresponding to their rank. All top 8 finalists receive a limited tournament participation title.
Led by Yasuhiro Nishiyama, Producer of "Sangokushi Taisen" and "maimai"
This title is led by producer Yasuhiro Nishiyama, known for his work on Sega's "Sangokushi Taisen" and "maimai." Centered around Three Kingdoms generals and strategic lineup battles, the game eliminates tedious administrative management and lengthy grinding. Players can complete a high-intensity match in just about 10 minutes.
Randomly Available Generals, New Strategies Every Match
The game does not emphasize fixed team compositions. Each match features randomly available generals, requiring players to make immediate decisions based on the current pool, resources, and opponent's lineup. Whether conserving resources, planning ahead, or crafting unique strategies tailored to the current generals, every battle offers different paths to victory.
Over 100 Newly Illustrated Generals to Build Your Dream Team
Over 100 Three Kingdoms generals debut with newly illustrated artwork, with more to be added continuously. Generals from different factions and personalities can be freely combined, with compatibility and skill interactions triggering powerful "BONDs," allowing players to create dream teams that transcend historical records.
No Complex Controls, Pure Strategy in 10 Minutes
Battles proceed automatically, so reflexes aren't the deciding factor. Victory depends on general selection, troop counter matchups, positioning, and skill combinations. As a premium buy-to-play title, there are no pay-to-win mechanics; all players compete on equal footing.
Join "Mandate Battle," climb the ranks, and challenge yourself on the live broadcast stage of the first "Quest for Supremacy"!