Event Overview
The January 2026 update deploys January 15th with three major draw systems running simultaneously alongside milestone-based progression tracks and weekly supply rotations.
The flagship Fiery Owl Draw runs January 20 - March 5 (44 days). Parallel to this, Precision Machining Draw operates January 16 - February 14, while Winged Legion milestone event concludes February 5 after starting January 9.
For event participation, Delta Force recharge through BitTopup provides competitive pricing and instant delivery of Delta Coins and Tickets.
Event Timeline
Primary Draw Events:
- Precision Machining Draw: Jan 16 - Feb 14 (30 days)
- Fiery Owl Draw: Jan 20 - Mar 5 (44 days)
Milestone Progression:
- Winged Legion: Jan 9 - Feb 5 (28 days)
- Event Pass: Jan 16 - Feb 2 (18 days)
Weekly Rotations (all Jan 16-22):
- Warfare Weekly Supplies
- Operations Weekly Supplies
- Luck's Favors
- Expert Choice
Continuous Events:
- Weapon Supply: Jan 16 - Feb 12 (requires 14 login days)
- Vehicle Challenge: Jan 16 - Feb 2
- Paratrooper Raid: Jan 16 - Feb 2
- Babel Showdown: Jan 16 - Feb 2
Fiery Owl bundle pricing drops to 5200 Delta Tickets only until February 13 at 0:00 UTC.
Core Mechanics
Precision Machining Draw uses dual-currency: first draw costs 10 Delta Coins OR 10 Delta Tickets. Features QCQ171 SMG Precision Machining, G3 Battle Rifle Precision Machining, ASval Assault Rifle Precision Machining, and TurBrick Jungle Party cosmetic.
Fiery Owl Draw guarantees reward within 90 draws maximum, with progress tracking awarding Fiery Owl Appearance at 100% completion. Includes AKM Assault Rifle Fiery Owl, M249 LMG Fiery Owl, and TurBrick Jungle Bash.
Winged Legion operates on point-accumulation milestones: 200 points = K416 Epic, 500 points = SG552 Legendary, 900 points = Desert Eagle. Deterministic progression—every player reaching thresholds receives identical rewards.
Weapon Supply requires 14 login days during Jan 16 - Feb 12 window, awarding 14 Mysterious Weapon Supply Packs. Most accessible F2P event.
Fiery Owl Melee Skin Details
Three acquisition pathways:
- Direct purchase: 4880 Delta Tickets (standalone melee skin)
- Bundle purchase: 5200 Delta Tickets until Feb 13 (includes additional cosmetics)
- Draw system: Guaranteed within 90 draws maximum
Combat Stats:
- First hit: 25 damage
- Second hit: 25 damage
- Third hit: 39 damage
- Running speed: 6.4 m/s
Stats match standard melee weapons—purely cosmetic upgrade with no competitive advantages.
Visual design features animated flame effects with particle trails during swings. Third-hit finisher triggers enhanced flame burst effect.
Previous premium melee skins (Chixiao, Mercy, Shadow Blade) all scheduled to return Q1 2026, suggesting Fiery Owl may follow similar rerun patterns.
Event Currencies
Delta Coins: Premium currency purchased with real money. Used for draws, direct purchases, bundles. No in-game farming.
Delta Tickets: Earned through gameplay, daily tasks, milestones, events. Interchangeable with Delta Coins in most draws—primary F2P currency.
Tekniq Alloy: Used in Expert Choice event for Quantum Keys and Advanced Safe Box 7-day Access Cards. Also claims QJB201 firearm.
Warfare Mode Points: In-match currency earned during Warfare Mode. Exchangeable for Quantum Keys, creating gameplay-to-reward pipeline bypassing premium currencies.
Most efficient F2P strategy: maximize Delta Ticket accumulation through daily tasks while farming Warfare Mode Points during active play.
Fiery Owl Acquisition Guide
Unlock Pathways
Pathway 1: Fiery Owl Draw Guarantees Fiery Owl Appearance within 90 draws. Each draw consumes Delta Coins or Tickets, costs increase after initial 10-currency first draw. 100% progress awards melee skin automatically.
Simultaneously awards AKM Assault Rifle Fiery Owl, M249 LMG Fiery Owl, and TurBrick Jungle Bash. Best value for weapon skin collectors.
Pathway 2: Direct Purchase (4880 Delta Tickets) Standalone melee skin, bypasses draw system. Guaranteed maximum cost, eliminates RNG. Best for players wanting only the melee weapon.
Pathway 3: Bundle Purchase (5200 Delta Tickets until Feb 13) Limited-time bundle includes Fiery Owl melee plus additional cosmetics. 320-ticket premium over standalone. Bundle disappears or increases in price after Feb 13.
Stats Analysis
Fiery Owl provides zero competitive advantages. Damage profile (25/25/39) and 6.4 m/s running speed match default melee weapons exactly—pure cosmetic upgrade.
Maintains competitive integrity—no purchasable combat advantages. Value rests entirely on visual appeal and collection completion.
Melee weapons serve primarily as movement speed tools and last-resort backup weapons, used in less than 5% of engagements for most playstyles.
Rarity and Long-Term Value
Limited Edition Event Exclusive tier—highest rarity classification. Won't enter permanent shop rotation after event concludes.
Historical precedent shows limited edition skins typically return 6-12 months after initial release, often at increased prices or through different methods.
Investment value depends on priorities: competitive players gain minimal benefit, cosmetic collectors view as essential. 44-day event window provides ample time for F2P players to accumulate sufficient Delta Tickets.
Pre-Event Stockpiling Strategy
Currency Accumulation Targets
Delta Tickets Priority:
- Minimum: 2000 tickets (partial draw participation)
- Comfortable: 4880 tickets (guarantees direct Fiery Owl purchase)
- Optimal: 7000+ tickets (covers Fiery Owl + Precision Machining draws)
Accumulate through daily tasks, weekly challenges, existing event participation before Jan 15.
Tekniq Alloy: Target 500+ before Expert Choice event begins Jan 16. Purchases Quantum Keys, Advanced Safe Box Access Cards, and QJB201 firearm.
Warfare Mode Points: Cannot be stockpiled—reset each match. Familiarize with high-efficiency farming routes before Jan 16.
Account Preparation
- Complete pending weapon unlock challenges to free task slots
- Clear inventory space for 14 Mysterious Weapon Supply Packs
- Unlock all game modes for daily task variety
- Reach minimum account level (typically 10+)
- Join active clan/friend group—many tasks require squad completions
Event Token Understanding
Luck's Favors (Jan 16-22) awards Keycard Copy Random Packs and Craftwork Lucky Packs. Can't be farmed before event, but understanding function allows immediate utilization.
Expert Choice allows Warfare Mode points exchange for Quantum Keys. Identify most efficient Warfare Mode playstyle before Jan 16 to maximize point generation per hour.
Min-Max Cost-Efficiency
F2P Path
Guaranteed F2P Acquisitions:
- 14 Mysterious Weapon Supply Packs (14-day login)
- Warfare 2x EXP Card 1 Match
- Spray Paint One More Bowl
- Standard Gear Ticket
- Elite Gear Ticket
- Spray Paint Plane Crash
- Spray Paint Babel Does Not Believe in Tears
- Vehicle Skin IFV Gear Shift
- M14 Marksman Rifle Industrial Fury
Winged Legion F2P: 200 points (K416 Epic) requires consistent daily tasks. 500 points (SG552 Legendary) demands near-perfect engagement. 900 points (Desert Eagle) achievable only with maximum efficiency.
Fiery Owl F2P Viability: Accumulating 4880 Delta Tickets purely F2P requires 35-40 days of consistent 2-3 hour daily sessions. Jan 20 - Mar 5 window provides 44 days—narrow but viable for dedicated players.
Draw-based approach (90 draws) requires significantly more currency than direct purchase, making it inefficient for F2P focused solely on melee skin.
Premium Path
Minimum Spend: Purchase 4880 Delta Tickets. For instant access with competitive pricing, Delta Force top up instant through BitTopup ensures immediate event readiness.
Moderate Spend: 4880 Delta Tickets (Fiery Owl) + 1500-2000 Delta Coins (Precision Machining Draw). Secures flagship melee plus QCQ171, G3, ASval variants.
Maximum Value: Fiery Owl bundle (5200 tickets before Feb 13) + full Precision Machining completion + Winged Legion acceleration. Total: 8000-10000 Delta Tickets/Coins equivalent.
Hybrid Approach
Week 1 (Jan 16-22): Complete all free weekly supplies. Assess progress toward 4880 ticket threshold.
Week 2 (Jan 23-29): If F2P falls short, purchase minimum Delta Ticket package to bridge gap. Delayed purchase prevents over-spending.
Week 3 (Jan 30 - Feb 5): Finalize Winged Legion progression. Evaluate if premium currency can accelerate 500-point milestone cost-effectively.
Week 4+ (Feb 6 - Mar 5): Focus entirely on Fiery Owl Draw or direct purchase. Extended timeline removes urgency.
Minimizes expenditure by maximizing F2P gains before committing premium currency.
Daily Task Optimization
Priority Ranking
Tier 1 (Complete First):
- Warfare Mode completions (highest point-per-minute)
- Squad-based objectives (simultaneous completion)
- Win-condition tasks (multiple progression tracks)
Tier 2 (Complete Second):
- Specific weapon elimination tasks
- Objective-based tasks (captures, plants/defuses)
- Support role tasks (healing, resupply, spotting)
Tier 3 (Complete If Time Permits):
- Cosmetic interaction tasks
- Social tasks
- Exploration tasks
Winged Legion's 200/500/900 thresholds require consistent Tier 1 completion. Skipping 3-4 days risks falling short of 500-point milestone.
Time-Efficient Routes
Warfare Mode: Queue during peak hours for reduced matchmaking time. Select modes aligning with active tasks—Team Deathmatch for eliminations, Domination/Hardpoint for objectives.
Operations Mode: Requires 45+ minutes per match but awards higher points. Schedule for uninterrupted sessions.
Multi-Task Stacking: Identify simultaneous completions. Win 3 Warfare matches + 20 Assault Rifle eliminations + 5000 Warfare points progress together with appropriate loadouts.
Weekly Calendar
Jan 16-22: Complete four weekly supplies, begin Weapon Supply login streak (Day 1-7), initiate all 18-day events, establish Winged Legion baseline.
Jan 23-29: Continue login streak (Day 8-14), assess Winged Legion 200-point progress, evaluate Event Pass status.
Jan 30 - Feb 2: Final push for Event Pass, complete Paratrooper Raid/Babel Showdown/Vehicle Challenge before Feb 2, assess 500-point viability.
Feb 3-5: Final Winged Legion push before Feb 5, shift focus to draws.
Feb 6 - Mar 5: Exclusive Fiery Owl Draw focus (Precision Machining available until Feb 14).
Currency Farming Methods
Best Game Modes
Warfare Mode - Highest Yield: 15-minute matches yield 30-50 Delta Tickets (average performance), 70-100 tickets (top-tier with win bonuses). In-match points feed Expert Choice event for Quantum Keys. Most efficient farming location.
Operations Mode - Balanced Investment: 30-45 minute matches award 80-150 tickets. Less efficient per-hour than Warfare but provides predictable minimum rewards.
Players with under 2 hours daily should prioritize Warfare. 3+ hour sessions can incorporate Operations for variety.
Efficiency Benchmarks
Average Player Performance:
- Warfare Mode: 150-250 Delta Tickets/hour
- Operations Mode: 120-200 Delta Tickets/hour
- Daily Tasks: 200-300 Delta Tickets/day (30-45 minutes)
- Weekly Supplies: 100-150 Delta Tickets/event (15-20 minutes each)
Optimal schedule: daily tasks + Warfare grinding = 350-550 Delta Tickets/day for 2-3 hour investment.
At this rate, reaching 4880 tickets requires 9-14 days. Jan 20 - Mar 5 window provides 44 days—comfortable buffer for F2P.
Common Mistakes
Ignoring Daily Streaks: Missing login days breaks streak bonuses and loses cumulative rewards. Weapon Supply requires 14 login days—missing one prevents all 14 packs.
Inefficient Mode Selection: Playing preferred modes that don't align with active tasks wastes potential currency. Always check tasks before queuing.
Solo Play When Squad Tasks Active: Squad-based tasks award significant bonuses. Join public squads to fulfill requirements without dedicated friend group.
Neglecting Expert Choice: Warfare Mode points exchange for Quantum Keys (Jan 16-22), opening loot boxes with additional Delta Tickets. No extra time investment beyond normal farming.
Weapon Skin Meta Analysis
Performance Impact
All weapon appearance skins provide zero statistical advantages. Damage, fire rate, recoil, reload speed remain identical to defaults.
Fiery Owl melee (25/25/39 damage, 6.4 m/s speed) matches default weapons exactly. AKM/M249 Fiery Owl variants maintain base statistics.
Ensures competitive integrity—no purchasable combat advantages.
Psychological Edge
Perceived Skill: Rare skins signal experienced veterans, potentially causing cautious opponent play.
Visual Distraction: Animated flame particles may create split-second distractions during firefights.
Team Morale: Squad members respond positively to premium cosmetics, improving cooperation.
Marginal, inconsistent advantages varying by opponent skill. Competitive players gain minimal benefit versus mechanical skill investment.
Collection Benefits
Account Prestige: Comprehensive collections signal long-term dedication, enhancing community standing.
Future-Proofing: Limited editions become increasingly rare, providing growing exclusivity value.
Personal Satisfaction: Intrinsic satisfaction for collection-focused players.
Jan 2026 offers multiple tracks: Precision Machining (4 items), Fiery Owl (4 items), Winged Legion (3 items), plus sprays/vehicle skins. Prioritize limited-time draws—least likely to return identically.
Common Mistakes and Misconceptions
Myth: Must Spend Money for Fiery Owl
False. Achievable pure F2P through disciplined daily engagement. 4880 Delta Tickets requires 9-14 days of consistent 2-3 hour sessions. Jan 20 - Mar 5 window provides 44 days—comfortable timeline.
Draw-based method (90 draws) requires significantly more currency, less viable for F2P focused solely on melee skin. Direct purchase at 4880 tickets remains accessible.
Ignoring Daily Streaks
Weapon Supply requires 14 login days Jan 16 - Feb 12. Missing one day prevents all 14 packs. Daily streaks provide cumulative bonuses—breaking resets multipliers, significantly reducing accumulation.
Set calendar reminders. Even without full sessions, logging in takes under 5 minutes and preserves streaks.
All Skins Return Later
Some return, but timing/methods unpredictable. Chixiao/Mercy/Shadow Blade returning Q1 2026 after extended absences, but specific dates/methods unconfirmed.
I'll get it next time risks 6-12 month waits at potentially higher prices. Safest approach: acquire during initial release.
Fiery Owl bundle's Feb 13 deadline exemplifies this—after this date, bundle disappears or increases in price.
Poor Early Resource Allocation
Many spend Delta Tickets on first available draw without assessing full landscape. Precision Machining begins Jan 16, Fiery Owl Jan 20. Exhausting reserves early prevents Fiery Owl purchase.
Create complete allocation plan before spending. Calculate total available tickets, prioritize rewards, determine best value events. Begin spending only after confirming plan allows all priority acquisitions.
Post-Event Strategy
Future Availability
Based on historical patterns, Fiery Owl likely returns 6-12 months after Mar 5. Chixiao/Mercy/Shadow Blade Q1 2026 returns suggest quarterly/bi-annual rerun cycles.
Return events often feature modified methods or increased pricing. Original release offers most favorable cost-efficiency.
Players missing Jan 2026 should monitor announcements for Q3/Q4 2026 reruns. Community speculation/data mining often provides advance warning.
Leftover Currency
Delta Tickets/Coins don't expire—carry forward to future events. Retain excess for upcoming events rather than spending on low-priority items.
Tekniq Alloy/Warfare Mode Points have limited utility outside specific events. Spend remaining Tekniq Alloy on Quantum Keys/Safe Box Access before Expert Choice concludes Jan 22. Warfare Points reset after each match.
Open Mysterious Weapon Supply Packs immediately—may contain time-limited materials/currency bonuses maximizing value during active event.
Next Event Preparation
Delta Force operates on quarterly cycles—next weapon appearance likely April-May 2026 (Q2). Complete Jan 2026 efficiently, begin stockpiling immediately.
Post-Event Priorities:
- Accumulate Delta Tickets through daily tasks/weekly supplies
- Maintain Warfare Mode participation for farming efficiency
- Complete all milestone events for currency reserves
- Monitor announcements/data mining for advance info
Entering each cycle with 5000+ Delta Tickets stockpiled provides significant flexibility without mid-event grinding pressure.
Collection Planning
Priority Framework:
Tier 1 (Highest): Limited editions with uncertain returns (Fiery Owl melee, Precision Machining weapons)
Tier 2 (Medium): Milestone rewards with deterministic acquisition (Winged Legion weapons, Event Pass)
Tier 3 (Lowest): Common cosmetics likely returning frequently (sprays, vehicle skins)
Allocate to Tier 1 first, ensuring acquisition before deadlines. Tier 2 via F2P with lower urgency. Tier 3 only if excess resources remain.
Prevents spending limited resources on replaceable items while missing exclusive limited editions.
FAQ
When does the event start? Jan 2026 update deploys Jan 15, most events begin Jan 16. Winged Legion started Jan 9, Fiery Owl Draw begins Jan 20. End dates vary: Jan 22 (weekly supplies) to Mar 5 (Fiery Owl).
How do I get Fiery Owl melee skin? Three methods: direct purchase (4880 Delta Tickets), bundle (5200 tickets until Feb 13), or draw system (guaranteed within 90 draws). Direct purchase most cost-efficient for melee-only focus.
What should I stockpile? Prioritize Delta Tickets (4880+ for direct purchase), Tekniq Alloy (500+ for Expert Choice), establish daily task habits. Weapon Supply requires 14 login days Jan 16 - Feb 12—calendar planning essential.
Is Fiery Owl worth it for F2P? Zero competitive advantages—purely cosmetic with identical stats (25/25/39 damage, 6.4 m/s speed). F2P achievable through 9-14 days consistent farming (2-3 hours daily). Value depends entirely on cosmetic preferences.
Cost for all rewards? Complete collection requires 8000-10000 Delta Tickets/Coins: Fiery Owl bundle (5200), full Precision Machining (variable), milestone acceleration. F2P can acquire most through consistent engagement, but everything requires premium currency or exceptional time investment.
Can I get Fiery Owl after event ends? Draw concludes Mar 5, then unavailable. Based on historical patterns, likely returns 6-12 months later, potentially at higher prices/different methods. Immediate acquisition guarantees access at known costs.
