Overview
- The 14-track album was created with active input from all seven members and is presented as a message of gratitude to ARMY.
- It marks the group’s first studio album since 2020’s Map of the Soul: 7 and first new group release since 2022’s Proof.
- The comeback reunites the full lineup after all members completed South Korea’s mandatory military service.
- The fan-focused rollout features handwritten letters, a reset official Instagram, and a new information hub at 2026bts.com.
- Fans reported brief Weverse outages following the announcement, highlighting heavy demand ahead of the tour reveal.