Players often ask, “Can I enter?” when the better question is, “What will I be able to claim?” NC removed the old ticket requirement for Expedition and Transcendence entry in Chapter 1 and shifted rewards to Odyle Energy. Earlier Sanctuary notes also distinguished an attempt from opening an Odyle Energy Cube. Running content and collecting its best reward are not automatically the same thing.
Pick a reward target before queueing
Look at your current Odyle Energy and the reward rules displayed in game. Choose the dungeon that advances a specific equipment or progression goal, then keep enough energy for the claim that matters most. A practice run can still be worthwhile if you need to learn mechanics, but do not mistake it for a guaranteed loot run.
Use low-pressure runs well
Spend no-reward attempts learning where your party loses time: an avoidable mechanic, unclear role assignment, or poor positioning. That knowledge improves the value of your next reward-bearing run. Because NC has revised entry systems before, confirm the current rules for your region and season rather than relying on a saved screenshot.