Start Here (August 2026)
New to Silver Palace during the live Dichotomy Beta (ends August 13, 2026 UTC+8)? This beginner path assumes PC Windows access, ~34 GB install, no gacha, and a full wipe at test end. If you lack a key, jump to the Anime NYC / world tour section at the bottom and keep pre-registration active.
First-Hour Checklist
- Pick male or female Detective—combat kits match; story flavor differs (male route notes).
- Finish the prologue through Vita et Mors; practice one execution.
- Turn combat assist on while learning telegraphs, then disable it for real parry timing.
- Read stamina rules on stamina & groggy before spam-dodging bosses.
- After each clue cluster, open Mind Palace / Deep Thinking so cases do not softlock.
Combat Basics Without Overwhelm
Priority order: dodge safely → learn perfect parry → spend partner swaps for Silverdrip → save executions for groggy windows. Watch the embedded parry video, then drill on training dummies in the central district.
Starter Team Thinking
Keep the Detective (S-tier Gravitas) as your constant. Early partners like Alf teach Ignis loops; aim toward Cynthia II / Cinderella / Argos / Firtho as unlocks allow. Use the tier list and compare tool—but do not burn every material on Alf if Cynthia II is imminent.
Lifestyle Systems Worth Sampling
Before wipe, sample chess, surgery, horse racing, and Scarlet Gambit once each. They teach Silvernia’s tone and sometimes gate clues.
No Beta Key?
Registration closed July 16. Next public hands-on: Anime NYC August 20–23, then gamescom August 26–30. Study showcase embeds above and bookmark this wiki’s FAQ plus platforms page for launch expectations.