I still remember the moment the Version 3.1 notification popped up on my screen. My heart raced as I scrolled through the store update — new agents, events, and... oh, a double Monochrome reset? This is going to be dangerous for my wallet.

Let me set the scene. It’s a lazy afternoon in 2026, and I’m checking my daily grind in New Eridu. As a dedicated Proxy, I’ve learned to always read the patch notes. This time, the Monochrome Market was getting a complete first-purchase double reward reset. Yes, you read that right — double Monochrome on every tier, whether you already emptied your first-time bonuses or not. The official announcement made it crystal clear: for tiers that had never been topped up before the reset, that old first-purchase bonus wouldn’t stack. In other words, you don’t get four times the Monochrome, just a fresh set of double rewards. Still, it felt like Hoyoverse was saying, “Treat yourself, Proxy.” And who am I to refuse?

I immediately started calculating. With my favorite agents Remielle and Vivian recently joining the roster, the timing couldn’t be more perfect. The store was about to drop breathtaking new outfits, and I needed every last Monochrome.

First came the outfit bundle. For a limited time during Version 3.1, you could grab Remielle's Seashade Pas Seul and Moonlight Whispers together for only Monochrome ×2,350 — that’s a 30% discount from the combined separate prices. Two outfits, one bundle. But wait, here’s where my brain started doing mental gymnastics. Could I just buy them individually? The answer is yes, but the math is a bit cruel. During the discount period (ending September 9, 2026, at 05:59 UTC+8), each outfit is available for Monochrome ×1,350. After that, they jump to ×1,680 apiece. If you miss the bundle and buy both separately at discount, you’re spending 2,700 Monochrome. That’s a 350 Monochrome difference. As a prudent Proxy, I asked myself: would I rather have that extra 350 Monochrome or lose it to impatience? The answer was obvious — bundle it is.

But the story doesn’t end there. Moonlight Whispers comes with a delightful twist: you also unlock the Moonlight Whispers (Veil) version, and you can freely switch between wearing the veil or not. It’s like two-for-one within a two-for-one bundle. I imagined Remielle gracefully gliding through a battle with the veil fluttering behind her, then switching to a no-veil look for a more casual street vibe. Who could resist that kind of versatility?

And then there’s Vivian. Her Iris of the Shore outfit, a vision of coastal elegance, became permanently available at Monochrome ×1,680. No discounts, no fuss — just a timeless addition to her wardrobe. Did I need it? Probably not. Did I buy it anyway? You already know the answer. Even Proxies who haven’t yet unlocked Vivian can snag the outfit and admire it in the Agent’s “Outfit” interface until the day she joins the team. It’s a small promise of future glory.

As if new threads weren’t enough, the store also rolled out three brand-new supply bundles, each packed with Encrypted Master Tapes and Dennies. These are the lifeblood of any aspiring Proxy. The bundles are limited to one purchase each, and the sale period runs until that same September 9 cutoff. Let me break them down:

Bundle	Contents	Price
Starter Tape Bundle	Encrypted Master Tape ×4, Denny ×30,000	Monochrome (in-game)
Advanced Tape Bundle	Encrypted Master Tape ×6, Denny ×60,000	Monochrome (in-game)
Premium Tape Bundle	Encrypted Master Tape ×10, Denny ×100,000	Monochrome (in-game)

Each bundle is essentially a one-time shot. I stared at the Premium bundle with its 10 tapes and 100k Dennies. With a fresh influx of double Monochrome from the reset, did I hesitate? For about three seconds. Then I clicked purchase.

Looking back at my shopping spree, I realize this was more than just spending Monochrome. It was about capturing a moment. The Version 3.1 store update gave us not only fresh chances to pull for our dream agents but also a chance to let them shine in stunning new outfits. With the double Monochrome reset, even a free-to-play player like me could be tempted into a small top-up. And let’s be honest, what’s a few Monochrome for that perfect ensemble?

Will I regret this when the next big update arrives? Maybe. But right now, as I watch Remielle’s Seashade Pas Seul glimmer in the hollow lighting, I feel like the luckiest Proxy in New Eridu. Time to farm more Dennies, I suppose. The banners wait for no one.