The Path of the Warrior – Beginner’s Guide to Metin2 (Level 1–35)

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Welcome to the vast and mystical world of Metin2, a legendary MMORPG filled with war, magic, and monsters. Whether you're returning for nostalgia or stepping into the land for the first time, understanding the fundamentals of this old-school yet complex game is key to mastering its systems.

In this section, we’ll cover:

  • Choosing your character

  • Understanding the three kingdoms

  • Leveling from 1 to 35

  • Quests and rewards

  • Skills and specialization

  • Equipment progression

  • PvE tips

  • Earning Yang early-game

🧍 1. Choosing Your Character Class

When creating your character in Metin2, you have five classes to choose from. Each class has two specialized evolutions after level 5. Here's a breakdown of the classes and which builds are recommended for beginners:

💪 Warrior

  • Evolves into:

    • Body Warrior (PvP + Tank)

    • Mental Warrior (High defense, slower but durable)

  • 🔰 Best for: New players who want to survive longer and deal strong melee damage.

🧙 Mage

  • Evolves into:

    • Lightning Mage (DPS, AoE spells)

    • Dragon Mage (Support + Healing)

  • 🔰 Best for: Players who enjoy spellcasting and support roles, though squishy.

🗡 Ninja

  • Evolves into:

    • Dagger Ninja (Fast DPS, PvP)

    • Archer Ninja (Ranged attacker)

  • 🔰 Best for: Experienced players. Low defense, high skill ceiling.

🐺 Sura

  • Evolves into:

    • Weapon Sura (Melee + Spells)

    • Black Magic Sura (Spell-based DPS)

  • 🔰 Best for: Solo players who like hybrid builds.

🐉 Lycan

  • Newer addition. High melee damage with self-buffs.

  • 🔰 Best for: Aggressive solo PvE players.

💡 Beginner Tip: Body Warrior or Weapon Sura are the best picks for new players due to their survivability, strong damage, and low cost to maintain early on.

🏯 2. The Three Kingdoms Explained

Metin2’s world is divided into three main empires:

🔴 Shinsoo (Red Empire)

  • Located in the west

  • Focused on trade and commerce

  • Good choice if you want a large, active community (depends on server)

🔵 Chunjo (Yellow Empire)

  • In the north

  • Balanced between magic and martial arts

  • Known for experienced playerbase

🟢 Jinno (Blue Empire)

  • In the east

  • Militaristic and war-focused

  • Great for PvP-oriented players

💡 Important: Once you pick a kingdom, your character cannot interact peacefully with players from other kingdoms. Choose based on where your friends are or the current active faction on your server.

🗺 3. First Steps in the World – Level 1 to 10

Upon entering the game, you spawn in your empire's beginner city. Here’s your goal: reach level 10 and complete your class specialization quest.

🧩 Your First Quests

Speak to Baek-Go, the General Store NPC, or other city-based characters with yellow quest marks. They will guide you through:

  • Killing Wild Dogs, Tigers, or Wolves

  • Delivering letters and potions

  • Visiting nearby NPCs for tutorials

💰 These quests reward:

  • EXP

  • Yang (currency)

  • Potions

  • Gear

🥋 Specialization at Level 5

You’ll be asked to go on a trial quest to become:

  • Body vs Mental Warrior

  • Lightning vs Dragon Mage

  • Weapon vs Magic Sura

  • Dagger vs Archer Ninja

⚔️ These quests usually involve killing a number of mobs and returning an item to a master NPC.

⚔️ 4. The Grind Begins – Level 10 to 25

From level 10 onward, you're ready to begin your first real grind. This is a pivotal stage in every Metin2 player’s life.

🔥 Where to Train:

  1. Young Tigers / Wild Dogs (Map1)

  2. Wild Boars / Bears / Spiders (Map2)

  3. Orc Valley (Level 20+)

  4. Yeti Mountains (Level 25+)

📦 Drops to Keep:

  • Yang (always!)

  • Metin Stones (Lvl 5–30) – Breaking these gives rare books, gems, and Yang.

  • Upgrade materials: Polished Stones, Blessing Scrolls, etc.

🏋️ How to Level Fast:

  • Focus on grouping mobs and using AoE skills (especially Mages).

  • Always carry red and blue potions.

  • Break Metin Stones for extra EXP and loot.

  • Use EXP Rings if available from events or shops.

💡 Advanced Tip: Partner with a friend or alt character to create a duo party and increase drops/EXP.




🎯 5. Understanding Skills & Mastery

Metin2’s skill system is old-school and can be punishing if done wrong.

🔢 Skill Levels:

  1. 0–16 → Basic Skill Levels

  2. 17–20 → Grand Master (G1–G10)

  3. Perfect Master → M1–M10

  4. Perfect P (P0–P)

📚 How to Upgrade Skills:

  • After level 5, you gain skill points per level.

  • Spend skill points on 1–2 key skills only (do not spread early).

  • Use Skill Books (Seon-Pyeon) to go beyond M1.

  • Use Soul Stones to progress beyond G10.

🧠 Focused builds:

  • Warriors → Aura of Sword, Berserk

  • Suras → Enchanted Blade, Fear

  • Mages → Fireball, Lightning

💡 Critical Tip: Don’t rush skill points into everything. You need to "perfect" one or two skills first or you'll stall out at higher levels.

🧥 6. Gear & Weapon Progression

Having the right gear early on makes leveling smoother.

🔪 Weapons:

  • Level 5–10: Short Sword, Saber

  • Level 15: Steel Dagger / Sword +3 or better

  • Level 20–30: Poison Sword or upgraded Moonlight Sword

  • Rare Drop: FMS (Full Moon Sword) → High damage, critical chance

🛡 Armor:

  • Cloth Armor (1–10) → Keep upgrading it with Upgrade Scrolls

  • Plate Armor (20+) → Seek armor with HP bonuses or resistance

💎 Accessories:

  • Bracelet, Earrings, Necklace – Look for ones that add +HP, +STR, +DEF

🧩 Upgrade items using:

  • Blessing Scrolls

  • Blacksmith (50%+ chance)

  • Enchanter (bonus options)

💡 Save upgrade items until your weapon is at least +4 or +5. Don't gamble on rare drops too soon.

💸 7. Making Yang as a New Player

Without Yang, you’re stuck. Here are beginner-friendly ways to make money:

📈 Profitable Farming:

  • Metin Stones: Drop skill books, upgrade items

  • Orcs (Valley): Drop Warrior Armor, + Yang

  • Event Bosses: Watch global announcements

  • Fishing (with rod): Collect clams and pearls

💱 Trade Market:

  • Sell Skill Books (Dragon Roar, Fear, Enchanted Blade are valuable)

  • Upgrade materials

  • Clean weapons like Full Moon Swords

🛡 8. Surviving PvP & Kingdom Wars

PvP begins early in Metin2. Here's how to avoid being bullied and win fights:

  • Always buff before leaving town (Potions, Buffs, Buff Characters)

  • Use mounts to run from gankers

  • Learn stun chains (Skill → Auto Attack → Skill)

  • Upgrade resistance gear for PvP areas

💬 Join your Empire Chat and Guild for help during PvP wars.

🧭 9. Preparing for Mid-Game (Level 35+)

Once you hit level 30–35, new challenges open:

  • Devil’s Catacomb (Level 40+)

  • Temple Runs

  • PvP Arena

  • Guild Territory Wars

Start preparing for:

  • Joining a guild

  • Building your PvP set

  • Grinding rare bosses

🧱 Summary – What You Should Have by Level 35:

  • Your main skill at G1–M1

  • +6 or better weapon (Poison Sword or FMS)

  • Gear with bonus stats (HP, STR, RES)

  • Stable Yang income source

  • Understanding of map zones, Metins, and enemy types

✅ What’s Next?

You’ve laid a solid foundation. In the next section, we’ll cover: