The Return of Raiding and Convergences in Janthir Wilds

Raids are coming back! Take a look at what is to come in both 10-player and 50-player encounters.

I've seen this question here and there so you're definitely not alone in wondering–I can help clarify! There won't be an additional currency or essence type. Kryptis Essences (Essences of Despair, Greed, and Triumph) that are in the game now will be renamed "Rift Essences". They can be used for the legendary Obsidian armor in SotO as well as the legendary spear and legendary backpack coming in Janthir Wilds. Like legendary Obsidian armor, there will be additional materials required to craft the legendary spear and backpack, but the Kryptis essence you're earning now will carry over to Janthir Wilds as rift essence.