Initially thought to be just taking a break by stepping down from Art Director to “Illustrator” and focusing on NCsoft’s other products, Kim Hyung Tae has confirmed his departure from the company “due to personal reasons”, but will continue to draw. The last trailer with his name can be seen here.
The famed and legendary artist has worked on Blade & Soul for 8 years, starting from 2005 till 2013. His other works include the Magna Carta series and War of Genesis.