As a Proxy who has watched New Eridu evolve through every patch, I found myself back at Cheesetopia in 2026—not because the diner was hosting a new limited-time event, but because the original 'Leisurely Lull: Unexpected New Customer' story now lives permanently in Ridu Chronicles. The event first ran from September 26, 2024, at 10:00 server time to November 4, 2024, at 03:59:59 server time. In its day, it was a cheerful but demanding management mini-epic: I had to run the Outer Ring diner Cheesetopia and build a banquet hall for the Overlord all on my own. Two years later, the limited-time rewards are gone, yet the memory of Lucy, the Hamster Cage Pass, and a mountain of Polychrome remains surprisingly sharp.
What the Event Asked of Me
The entry requirement was simple on paper: complete the Main Story chapter 'Leisurely Lull: Unexpected New Customer,' which unlocked after Main Story Chapter 4. In practice, that meant I needed to be caught up with the Cunning Hares' corner of the story before I could even step into the diner. Once inside, the event split into three phases that unlocked over time. New content appeared only when the event reached the next phase and I had completed the previous phase. That gating made Cheesetopia feel like a living project rather than a one-off quest chain. I could not rush the banquet hall in a single afternoon; I had to return, check the schedule, and gradually turn a modest Outer Ring eatery into a venue fit for an Overlord. 🍽️
Phase Progress and Event Commissions
During each phase, Event Commissions became my main loop. They sent me scrambling around the Outer Ring, gathering supplies, managing the diner, and solving the kind of odd jobs that only New Eridu can produce. The rewards were worth the effort: Agent Lucy, Hamster Cage Pass, Polychrome, and other useful items. Lucy was the headline prize for many Proxies, and I remember the satisfaction of adding her to my roster after watching her fiery personality in the story. Hamster Cage Pass helped smooth progression, while Polychrome fed the gacha habit that every Proxy pretends to control. 🎮
| Phase | Unlock condition | What I focused on |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Event start + Main Story requirement | Learning Cheesetopia basics and first commissions |
| Phase 2 | Phase 1 completion + time gate | Expanding the diner and gathering banquet supplies |
| Phase 3 | Phase 2 completion + time gate | Finishing the Overlord's banquet hall and claiming major rewards |
A 2024 Event, Archived for 2026
Here is the most important update for anyone reading this in 2026: the original event window is long over. Once time was up, 'Leisurely Lull: Unexpected New Customer' was documented in Ridu Chronicles. Proxies can continue playing the event content there. That means new players can still experience the story, the commissions, and the Cheesetopia management gameplay. However, limited-time rewards cannot be claimed after the event is over. I cannot stress that enough. If you missed Lucy, the Hamster Cage Pass, or the Polychrome from the original run, replaying the archive will not restore those claimable rewards. Please be aware of event times and claim your rewards promptly—advice that was true in 2024 and remains true for every limited event in 2026. ⚠️
My Verdict from 2026
Returning through Ridu Chronicles gave me a different perspective. Without the pressure of a ticking clock, I noticed details I had ignored during the original grind: the warm lighting of Cheesetopia, the absurdity of building a banquet hall for an Overlord, and the way Lucy's presence tied the whole event to the Cunning Hares. The three-phase structure now feels like an early experiment in long-form event pacing, one that later updates would refine. The event is no longer a source of limited rewards, but it is still a charming slice of New Eridu life.
For Proxies who never played it, I recommend treating it as a story archive rather than a reward farm. Complete Main Story Chapter 4 first, then unlock 'Leisurely Lull: Unexpected New Customer' and visit Ridu Chronicles. Do not expect to claim Agent Lucy or the Hamster Cage Pass if the original dates have passed. Do expect a few hours of diner management, Outer Ring chaos, and a banquet that only the Overlord could demand. In 2026, that is still a worthwhile trip.