It is time for another guild interview, where we get up close and personal with the adventurers bound together in 'Seven Knights Re:BIRTH' (hereafter 'SKRB'). This week, we caught up with the 'Senabusinessclub' guild, a force to be reckoned with in the Siege and Advent Expedition scenes. They have earned a reputation for being seasoned veterans who consistently rank at the top of guild PvE content. Given their prestige, one might expect an entry barrier as high as a fortress wall, but they have recently opened a special recruitment drive that throws those requirements out the window. They are looking for 'Growth Trainees'—adventurers whose only prerequisites are passion and diligence. If you have had your eye on a top-tier guild, pay close attention.

Lowering the bar, recruiting for the special 'Growth Trainee' program!

Q. Could you give us a brief introduction to your guild?

A. Hello! We are Senabusinessclub, and we aspire to be the ultimate PvE craftsmen. We focus far more on cooperative content than on player-versus-player modes. To give you an idea of our dedication, not a single member uses the 'Sweep' function for Siege battles. We are so serious that we manually play through every single Siege battle daily. Because of this, we value individual effort above all else; we are a growth-oriented guild that prioritizes consistency over mere high scores.

Q. When was the guild founded?

A. Before the official launch of SKRB, I had friends who agreed to start a guild together. But when the game actually opened, one was too busy to join, and the other had already set up shop elsewhere. So, I decided to take the plunge and founded it myself on May 16th.

Q. What is the origin of the name 'Senabusinessclub'?

A. Since the two friends I mentioned are business owners, names like 'Business Clan' or 'Business Guild' crossed our minds. They didn't exactly roll off the tongue, so we added 'Club' to the mix. It felt a bit cliché at first, but I think our reputation has more than covered for the name. As a side note, we refer to our members in the notice group chat as 'our Clubbers.' (Laughs)

Q. What is your primary hook for recruiting?

A. If you look at the most popular content in SKRB, the Arena or Guild Wars almost always top the list. However, many players find such PvP content quite stressful. I am one of them, which is why I tailored our guild's focus toward PvE.

At Senabusinessclub, we want you to put down the endless competitive grind for a moment and enjoy a more relaxed SKRB experience. Experience the joy of coordinating strategies and the sense of accomplishment that comes with reaching our goals together. We don't exactly ignore Guild Wars, but for our 'Clubbers,' PvE is the main event.

Q. What is the charm of your guild?

A. First, I want to highlight the flexibility we offer regarding participation. That said, punctuality is non-negotiable. When everyone is involved in shared content, basic rules are essential. Senabusinessclub sets a deadline of 23:30 every day for all guild content. To help keep track, our management team sends out notifications an hour before the deadline. It might seem a bit nagging, but it ensures that busy 'real life' schedules don't cause anyone to miss out. I was initially worried it would create pressure, but members have actually thanked us for the reminders, and our participation rates are high, so everyone seems satisfied with the system.

Outside of those content deadlines, we respect the autonomy of our members. We have never kicked anyone out for failing to meet a specific score threshold. Just be careful, because we do have to part ways with those who stop attending or completely neglect participation!

Whenever there is a special occasion or something to celebrate, we hold small in-game events. As a guild master who lives on an allowance from my wife, I can't afford massive payouts, but I can certainly put up a few fried chicken coupons as prizes. I host these events occasionally for any 'Clubbers' who want to join in.

Also, I'm not sure how other guilds handle it, but Senabusinessclub does not scrutinize your 'Total War' scores upon entry. Our entry barrier is low, which I think is a significant merit!

Q. What kind of players are you looking for in your new recruitment?

A. Any guild leader will agree that there is nothing better than a diligent member. We prefer people who want to stick around for the long haul, regardless of whether their scores are currently high. In fact, the phrase 'Let’s go the distance' is frequently used in our guild chat.

Q. We heard you recently started a special recruitment program.

A. We are piloting a system we call 'Growth Trainees.' We haven't made an official announcement within the guild yet, so I'm using this interview to break the news.

The 'Growth Trainee' program is designed for players who are overflowing with passion for SKRB but are blocked from applying to other guilds due to strict stat requirements. Our goal is to foster a culture of growing together, and we are looking to bring in 2 to 3 such recruits.

Having played other games, I’ve always felt uneasy about the culture where guilds only accept players who have already 'finished' their growth. I believe guild content is the perfect foundation for new users to settle in without pressure, so I wanted to provide a space for them. In the grand scheme, I hope that if more guilds like ours do this, we can create a healthier gaming environment.

We currently have one spot left for a Growth Trainee, and I’ve posted the recruitment details on the official SKRB lounge. We haven't had any applications yet, so please feel free to reach out. If you’ve been drifting between free-for-all guilds because your stats aren't high enough, but you have the will to stick with Senabusinessclub to the end, you are more than welcome!

A gathering of guild content veterans: 'Senabusinessclub'

Q. Is there a specific day of the Siege battle you focus on?

A. Naturally, Tuesday and Wednesday have unique gimmicks that make scores lower than other days. For a guild like ours, these days are like a laboratory we are eager to master. While our scores have improved significantly through hard work, they are still lower than other days. We are constantly researching strategies and checking external information to improve.

Q. What is your guild’s strategy for the Advent Expedition?

A. We used to set a minimum score target of around 11 million for the Old Four Lords. However, since we can now face the God of Destruction within 2 to 3 days, we have relaxed that target. Our current guideline is to prioritize the Old Four Lord that nets you the highest score with your current setup. We urge members to use all their attack attempts to avoid unfair situations. Following this, we are discussing raising the target to 15 million, as we believe we can accelerate the schedule for the God of Destruction raid.

Q. Is there a point you are focusing on in guild PvE content?

A. Recently, some of our 'Clubbers' have seen their scores skyrocket, and it feels like they’ve had a positive influence on the rest of the guild. It’s been a very happy time. One member, in particular, started late and joined us relying solely on passion. True to that faith, they have grown beautifully and are now a pillar of the guild. Growth through this kind of free competition is always a joy to witness!

Thanks to these efforts, we consistently stay within the top 10 in Siege, and recently we even reached the TOP 3. We keep pushing, and I’ve reached a mindset where I just think, 'I just need to do my part well.'

Q. What is your take on the recently added legendary heroes?

A. Awakening 'Skuld' is considered Tier 1 among those who use Magic decks. When you encounter an opponent using a cooldown-increasing skill right at the opening, the battle becomes incredibly brutal depending on your setup or luck. In fact, there is a tendency to avoid the 'Sylvester/Skuld' combination in Guild Wars.

With comments like 'I never want to face them again' or 'My main party isn't even a Magic deck, but I reached Challenger with Skuld,' it feels like she is playing her role perfectly as a Joker card for Magic decks. On the other hand, some say, 'Isn't there too much you need to prepare to use her properly?'

Awakening 'Dellons' was a hero I was interested in even before the launch. One reason Attack decks were popular was the low barrier to entry, as you didn't need the Old Seven Knights heroes to complete them. Many users enjoyed them, but recently it felt like they were being pushed around by other parties. I’m observing the meta flow, hoping Awakening Dellons can overcome this situation.

Within our guild, we have the highest expectations for Awakening 'Clemis.' Her versatility looks promising, and we are closely watching how Defense decks—which have had a low win rate in Total War—will change with her arrival.

The only hero from the Old Seven Knights used in PvE: 'Pai'

Q. Among the five original Seven Knights, who is the best pick chosen by Senabusinessclub members?

A. Since we enjoy guild content as our focus, everyone has a special affection for Pai. They play their part well in raids required for gear farming, including the God of Destruction.

Q. How is Senabusinessclub doing in Guild Wars, and what is your strategy?

A. Compared to our achievements in other guild content, Guild Wars are a bit of a weak spot. We don't have major ambitions for PvP, so there are no systematic orders. Still, we do our best by considering attack-focused strategies and analyzing opponent castle layouts to find easier targets. It’s an effort to squeeze out the highest possible score from our current power.

Our original strategy was to prioritize placing strong decks on the outer wall. After the recent patch, we switched to placing core defensive teams on the inner wall, and we are auditing hero compositions and equipment settings as much as possible.

Q. Do you have any memorable Guild War opponents or episodes?

A. We seem to run into the 'Cheongpungmyeongwol' guild quite often! Fortunately, our win rate is good, so we can enjoy those matches without much pressure. It’s become a familiar and welcome sight. We also recently faced the 'Sekai' guild, and losing by a narrow margin of about 100 points was painful. Our goal is to definitely win if we meet them again.

Q. What is Senabusinessclub's key pick for Guild Wars?

A. Honestly, it’s quite ordinary. It’s a method known to everyone who has even a slight interest in Guild Wars. There is a common 'National Deck' called 'Ra-Oh-El.' We don't use it ourselves; we just look for that party to target first. So, we don't really have a special Joker pick or secret sauce; we just deploy the famous parties everyone else uses. It’s a bit embarrassing that while we are experts in PvE, our lack of depth in Guild Wars is exposed there! (Laughs)

We will become a Senabusinessclub that contributes to 'Newbie Growth'

Q. Are there any guild members you want to introduce or brag about?

A. Looking back at our guild, 'Pok-Roe-Shin-Chang' is the first person who comes to mind. Also, our sturdy pillar 'Hermes,' and everyone who works hard on Siege battles: 'WifeIsImmuneToDamage,' 'Changmomo,' 'WhereIsWhere,' 'Tetohosik,' 'DaelotteMaintenance,' 'Ananan,' 'HandsomeIsFreeToPlay,' 'Arkaize,' 'SongMongGyu,' 'ChaeyeonPapa,' 'YongsanVegeta,' and 'Jitni'—thank you all.

To our God of Destruction specialists 'HaSangHo,' 'AlmondBat,' 'xRoy,' and 'Emonga,' please keep taking care of the God of Destruction until SKRB ends!

Guild War juggernauts 'BlzFaker' and 'Blao,' the late bloomer 'EndOfTheValkyrie' who shocks us with amazing results, our guild’s brain and Zhuge Liang 'HwagongYangron,' our family-like long-timers 'MindJin' and 'Kkingu,' our recent Growth Trainee 'HeavyObject,' and those who injected fresh energy into the guild 'YellowRiceCake,' 'BaettaeAjae,' and 'CalHeron'—thank you all for your hard work.

And although they have moved on, I also want to take this opportunity to thank 'Kkanmokhwa,' 'JoseonBestSwordLeeBangji,' and 'Buu,' who shared so much know-how and strategy during our early days.

To 'OctopusPotRice,' who considered quitting after losing their account, 'Audi,' who raised the passion of the entire guild by suggesting we ditch the 'Sweep' culture and improve our skills, 'MandeokWaterfall,' who played a huge role recently, and 'JudangItaebaek,' who spread positive influence with rapid growth—all of you have provided great nutrients for the guild’s growth.

Q. What is the future goal for Senabusinessclub?

A. Since we’ve made our mark at the top of various guild score indices, I wanted to define a direction more valuable than just scores. That’s how the 'Growth Trainee' system came to be, and our goal is to further develop it.

A few months ago, 'JudangItaebaek' joined as a pilot and grew wonderfully. When they first joined, they were a late starter, so their transcendence stats were lacking. Through hard work, they became a member that others in the guild could hardly reach, and after 'graduating,' they found their new home.

Also, 'HeavyObject,' who joined this time, is a returning user who lacks many heroes and needs support. They joined us relying only on passion to grow together. It’s still in the pilot phase, but I hope this settles in well and becomes a tradition of Senabusinessclub.

Q. Do you have any plans for offline meetings?

A. Personally, I have decided not to hold offline meetings. I want to keep real life and SKRB separate and focus on them individually. Should I say that the moment we mix and exchange, the personal illusions we have of each other in the guild might break? I think the fact that we have kept this boundary is one reason we’ve grown without any major issues so far.

I have thought about how it might be nice to see the faces of our vice-leaders out of gratitude, but there are no plans to push for this in the near future!

Q. What do you hope for SKRB, which has reached its 400th day?

A. I hope they provide generous support to new and returning adventurers so that the total number of users increases. It feels like every guild is beginning to feel the burden of management these days, and I think we need a lot of new people to keep the energy alive. I look forward to an environment that opens its doors wide to those ready to enjoy SKRB together, rather than focusing on stats.

Q. A final word to your guild members!

A. While running the guild, I became a father to a second son. Contrary to my confidence, I was caught up in the parenting world of two sons. Eventually, a tragedy occurred where I couldn't participate in guild content, and I had to offer a formal apology and host an event. I am ashamed, but I wanted to apologize publicly once more. I even thought about stepping down as Guild Master at the time, and I feel sorry for showing such a shameful side. Thank you all for understanding me so generously.

I worry that 'thank you' might sound cliché because I say it so often. Today’s results are what you created, and I only cheered you on. Please enjoy this joy to the fullest and relax. Thanks to our two vice-leaders, who have completely opposite personalities, I was able to keep my hands on the wheel without leaning too far in one direction. I will continue to be a Guild Master who always acts with a grateful heart!