Dragonstone Alchemy is a central enhancement system in Metin2: Dragonstones provide your character with various bonuses that you can further expand through three independent tiers – class, purity and level. The system was introduced with version 13.3 on 26 February 2013, expanded with version 19.0 on 22 January 2019 to include Mythical Alchemy, and received the Dragon Amethyst as a new stone type with version 23.2 on 26 July 2023. From level 30 onwards, you can actively farm dragonstones via a daily quest.
What is Dragonstone Alchemy?
Dragonstone Alchemy is the gemstone enhancement system of Metin2. Dragonstones are displayed exclusively in the separate Dragonstone Inventory – not in the normal inventory. You open the Dragonstone Inventory via the corresponding button in your inventory, via the chat bar or via a dedicated hotkey.
Each dragonstone provides certain bonuses, whose quantity and strength are determined by the chosen enhancement tiers. Higher classes mean more bonuses, higher purity and level mean stronger bonuses.
The seven dragonstone types at a glance
There are seven different types of dragonstones, which differ visually through their colour and in terms of their effect. Each colour has its own focus on certain character attributes.
| Stone | Colour | Added |
|---|---|---|
| Ruby | Red | Version 13.3 (Feb 2013) |
| Sapphire | Blue | Version 13.3 (Feb 2013) |
| Jade | Green | Version 13.3 (Feb 2013) |
| Diamond | White/Clear | Version 13.3 (Feb 2013) |
| Onyx | Black | Version 13.3 (Feb 2013) |
| Garnet | Dark Red | Version 13.3 (Feb 2013) |
| Amethyst | Purple | Version 23.2 (Jul 2023) |
Important: Each stone type affects different character values. Therefore, choose the stone type deliberately based on your character's build.
The three enhancement tiers: Class, Purity and Level
The heart of the system comprises three independent tiers on which each dragonstone can be enhanced. All three together determine how strong a stone ultimately is.
Class
The class determines how many bonuses a dragonstone can have simultaneously. The higher the class, the more different bonuses the stone carries. There are the following classes in ascending order:
- Raw – lowest class, few bonuses
- Cut
- Rare
- Antique
- Legendary
- Mythical – since version 19.0, highest class with maximum bonus count
Purity
The purity level determines the strength of a stone's individual bonuses. With increasing purity, all bonuses of the stone become stronger or the values increase. Purity and class are independently improvable.
Level
The effect of a dragonstone can also be increased directly through its level. Level, purity and class complement each other – a stone with high class, high purity and high level provides the maximum values.
Enhancing Dragonstones: How it works visually
The appearance of a dragonstone changes visibly with the degree of enhancement. The tables in the game show the development clearly:
- Horizontal: Purity changes the appearance (e.g. from cloudy to clear/luminous)
- Vertical: Class also changes the appearance (from simple to elaborate)
You can see at a glance how far a dragonstone has been developed – this is particularly practical when trading with other players.
Where do you get dragonstones from?
Dragonstones and dragonstone fragments can be obtained in several ways in Metin2.
Daily Dragonstone Quest
From level 30 onwards, you have access to a special dragonstone quest every day. This is the most accessible and consistent way to regularly obtain dragonstones. Complete the quest daily to continuously gather material for alchemy.
Dragonstone Fragments
In addition to whole dragonstones, there are Dragonstone Fragments and Dragonstone Fragments+ as materials. These drop in various game areas and are an important resource for alchemy. Dragonstone fragments are managed in the Dragonstone Inventory, not in the normal inventory.
Dragonstone Alchemy for Beginners: Practical Tips
If you're just getting started with Dragonstone Alchemy, the following points are important:
- Choose stone type according to your build: Find out which bonuses your character needs most and invest deliberately in the appropriate stone colour.
- Don't forget the daily quest: Available from level 30 – consistently completing it significantly speeds up your progress.
- Prioritise class over purity and level: More active bonuses through higher class generally bring more benefit than intensive purity grinding at lower class.
- Use the Dragonstone Inventory: Dragonstones only appear there – if you don't know this, you'll search in vain in the normal inventory.
- Aim for Mythical Alchemy in the long term: The mythical class available since 2019 is the endgame of this system – plan accordingly.
System Chronology: When was what introduced?
| Patch | Date | Content |
|---|---|---|
| Version 13.3 | 26.02.2013 | Introduction of Dragonstone Alchemy with six stone types |
| Version 19.0 | 22.01.2019 | Mythical Alchemy added as highest class |
| Version 23.2 | 26.07.2023 | Dragon Amethyst introduced as seventh stone type |
Frequently Asked Questions about Dragonstone Alchemy
How many different dragonstone types are there in Metin2?
There are currently seven different dragonstone types: Ruby, Sapphire, Jade, Diamond, Onyx, Garnet and Amethyst, available since July 2023. Each type has a different effect on your character.
Where do I see my dragonstones in the inventory?
Dragonstones are displayed exclusively in the separate Dragonstone Inventory – not in the normal inventory. You open it via the button in your inventory, via the chat bar or via a dedicated hotkey.
What is the difference between class, purity and level?
The class determines the number of bonuses a dragonstone can have. Purity increases the strength of these bonuses. Level also increases the effect of the stone. All three tiers are independently improvable.
What classes are there and which is the highest?
There are six classes: Raw, Cut, Rare, Antique, Legendary and Mythical. Mythical is the highest class and was introduced with version 19.0 in January 2019.
From what level can I do the daily dragonstone quest?
The daily dragonstone quest is available from level 30. It is the easiest and most consistent way to regularly farm dragonstones.
When was Dragonstone Alchemy introduced in Metin2?
The system was added to the game with version 13.3 on 26 February 2013. Since then it has been expanded several times, most recently with the Dragon Amethyst in July 2023.
What are dragonstone fragments?
Dragonstone Fragments and Dragonstone Fragments+ are materials from the Dragonstone Alchemy field. They are managed like regular dragonstones in the Dragonstone Inventory and serve as a resource for the alchemy system.
Is it worth investing in Mythical Alchemy?
Mythical Alchemy is the highest class in the system and offers the most bonuses. Since the effort is correspondingly high, this step is recommended especially for active players who want to maximise their character in the long term.
