The Christmas Raffle 2022 is a temporary item shop event in Metin2, accessible exclusively through the in-game item shop. Every drawn ticket guarantees a prize – either an item that goes directly into your item shop storage, or a lucky symbol for the special bonus prize system. Players who participate daily receive free tickets under certain conditions. This guide explains all mechanics, costs and participation requirements in detail.
Participation Requirements: Who Can Join?
Basically, any account can participate in the Christmas Raffle 2022. However, the daily free ticket has specific requirements:
- At least level 30 and the quest "The Biologist's Research (Orc Fang)" must be completed before the raffle starts – then you'll receive a free daily ticket from day one.
- Players under level 30 can also participate: if you buy at least one ticket per day for 7 consecutive days, you'll receive a free ticket daily starting on day 8.
Additionally, you can purchase further tickets per day using Dragon Coins (DC). The raffle can only be accessed in-game via the item shop – external access is not possible.
Daily Rhythm and Pre-Purchase
The raffle day starts daily at 04:00 AM. A practical feature: the five tickets for the next day can be purchased one day in advance – and at a lower price. Using this feature saves considerable DC over the event duration.
Ticket Costs Overview
Each day, a certain number of regular tickets are available. After these first five tickets, four additional tickets can be drawn on a single day. The tiered prices for these additional tickets are:
| Ticket Number (Additional) | Cost in DC |
|---|---|
| 6th Ticket | 59 DC |
| 7th Ticket | 68 DC |
| 8th Ticket | 81 DC |
| 9th Ticket | 81 DC |
Prices increase slightly with each additional ticket and stabilize at the last ticket at 81 DC. If you draw all nine tickets daily, plan your budget accordingly.
What Can You Win? – Ticket Prizes
Every ticket guarantees a prize. Prizes are automatically placed in your item shop storage and can be retrieved from there. According to wiki data, the prize pool contains a broad mix of items of varying rarity. Key notes from the wiki on frequency:
- Certain items appear in quantities of 50x (e.g. various resource items).
- Some items appear in quantities of 10x or 15x.
- Rare prizes are only represented 2x, 5x or 6x in the pool.
- Certain items (e.g. a 6-hour time bonus) are also included in the pool.
- Each ticket can also provide a daily prize or a lucky symbol – both are special prize categories.
Since exact item names are not fully listed in the wiki entry, check the current prize list directly in-game in the raffle UI to know all details.
The Lucky Symbol System: Three Symbols, One Special Prize
The lucky symbol system is the central bonus mechanic of the Christmas Raffle 2022. Here's how it works:
- When you've collected three lucky symbols, you receive a corresponding prize based on your achieved point total.
- The prize must be redeemed – as long as three symbols are unredeemed, no new tickets can be drawn.
- Alternatively, with three symbols present, you can re-roll to receive a different prize. This costs 6 Dragon Coins per re-roll.
- Re-rolling is possible as many times as you want, as long as you're willing to invest 6 DC each time.
The point total of your three lucky symbols determines which prize from the prize list is awarded. Details on exact symbol values and the complete prize table can be viewed in the in-game UI.
Christmas Raffle in the Context of Metin2 Event Systems
According to the wiki, the raffle belongs to the category of item shop actions – time-limited actions available through the item shop. Besides the raffle, the advent calendar is also in this category. The Christmas Raffle is thus clearly distinguished from regular Christmas events, which use separate in-game mechanics.
All active events – including the raffle – can be viewed through the event UI in-game. The event UI was introduced with update 19.1 and shows which events are currently active on which servers and channels. It can be opened via hotkey or by clicking the "E" symbol next to the mini-map.
Other annual events in Metin2 include the Halloween Event, the Easter Event, or the Summer Event. However, the raffle is one of the few actions controlled directly through the item shop and DC.
Tips for the Christmas Raffle 2022
- Complete the quest beforehand: If you're level 30+ and haven't completed the "Biologist's Research (Orc Fang)" quest yet, do it before the event starts – otherwise you'll miss out on the daily free ticket.
- Use pre-purchase: Buying the five tickets for the next day at cheaper prices the day before is the most efficient way to save DC.
- Redeem lucky symbols immediately: Once you've collected three symbols, redeem the prize or re-roll – otherwise no further tickets can be drawn.
- Under level 30: Consistently buy at least one ticket per day for 7 consecutive days to unlock the free ticket starting on day 8.
- Keep daily prizes in mind: Daily prizes are a separate prize type and can contain particularly valuable items – check the in-game UI to see what's available on each day.
Frequently Asked Questions
From what level can I participate in the Christmas Raffle 2022?
Basically, any account can participate. However, the daily free ticket is only available from level 30 (plus completed biology quest). Under level 30, you'll receive the free ticket starting on day 8 if you've purchased at least one ticket per day for 7 consecutive days.
How do I open the raffle in-game?
The raffle can only be accessed in-game via the item shop. External access through the browser shop is not possible.
When does a new raffle day start?
A new raffle day begins daily at 04:00 AM. From that time, new free tickets and purchasable tickets become available.
What happens if I have three lucky symbols but don't redeem the prize?
As long as three lucky symbols are unredeemed, no further tickets can be drawn. You must actively redeem the prize – or you can re-roll for 6 DC to receive a different prize.
How many tickets can I draw per day maximum?
After the first five tickets, four additional tickets can be drawn daily, meaning a maximum of nine tickets per day is possible (plus any free tickets).
Can I buy tickets for the next day in advance?
Yes. The five tickets for the next day can be purchased one day in advance at a lower price. This is worthwhile to save DC over the event duration.
What are daily prizes in the raffle?
Daily prizes are a separate prize type that can be triggered by drawing a ticket. The exact contents change daily – the current overview can be viewed in the in-game raffle UI.
Where do I find won items after drawing a ticket?
All won items are automatically placed in your item shop storage. From there, they can be retrieved at any time and transferred to your inventory.