Each race starts as a basic Warrior or Wizard class, which further evolve into more specialized classes as you progress in the game.

Each basic class will become more specialized at certain levels Lv. 20, Lv. 40, Lv. 76 and Lv. 85.
Starting at Lv. 20 you will be able to change to a different class depending on your Race and original Basic Class. Except for Ertheia, which change classes starting at Lv. 40.

It is recommended for first time players to select the Ertheia race, since they have the most accelerated character progression.

However, keep in mind that Ertheia only have Wizard and Warrior classes available. If you wish to play a different type of class you would still need to select one of the other races.

Please see the table below for which races can specialize into other classes.


Some classes also have unique properties exclusive to that class to fill other roles in the game.

Take some time to become familiar with the game interface. You will also receive helpful pop-up information throughout the game tutorial.

Some Basic Control information:

• Skill Bar Column #1, by default uses Function keys 1 ~ 12.
  
• Character Movement is designed for point and click, but WSAD movement is also available in the game options.
  
  • Hold right mouse to pan camera
    
  • Left click the ground to path to the destination
    
  • Mouse wheel and Page up / Page down changes the camera Zoom level
• Toggle Fullscreen/Window mode with (Alt + Enter), can also be changed in the game options

Game options can be found in the bottom right of the screen by default, you can open the system options in the sub menu.

As soon as you enter the game, you should immediately speak to the nearby NPC with the active quest marker.

Note that all Races start in Talking Island Village, except for the Ertheia who start in Faeron Village.

Be sure to expend all available dialog at the NPC before moving on to ensure that the quest is updated to the next step.

When completing a quest, talk to the last NPC again as a new quest may now be unlocked to accept.


For optimal character progress, you should strictly follow all of the newbie tutorial quests which will guide you to your first class change quest at Lv. 20.
If an NPC is over crowded with other players and difficult to target, type into the general chat /target [npcname], to acquire the target manually.

Character equipment will be important for improving the character's attack power and defense.
General Equipment consists of Armor/Weapon/Jewelry.

Equipment is organized by grade and level:

It is recommended to use equipment grade matching your level range, if you use equipment greater than your level you will receive a strong penalty to your stats.




Some other equipment tips:

• Helmets are not shown even when equipped.
  
• Characters with head appearances, are wearing head accessory cosmetic items.
  
• Equipment does not degrade and will never need to be repaired, but some items do have a limited timer on them.
  
• Pay attention to the item tool tip for specific item information.
  
• Quests cannot be progressed if your inventory count and weight gauge are too high.
  
• Sell or delete junk items to npc vendors to clear inventory space.
  
• Equipment is provided for free up to level 85 by the Daily Missions window.
  
• Do not spend time trying to sell or purchase weapons and armor from other players until after level 85.
  
• Never loan equipment to other characters, anything you give away should be treated as a gift to that person.
  
• Save as much Adena as you can, you will need it later!

Equipment and other rewards are available for free up to level 85, Can be found be clicking the icon on the screen.



Weapons, Armor and Jewely are rewarded through tutorial quests until level 40.

Exchange Proof of Courage and Proof Justice at the class change NPC for free equipment.

In each town near the gatekeeper, you will find the Adventurers' Guide NPCs.
Adventurers' Guide will provide free 1-Hour buffs to any character up to Level 91.

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