What is Equipment in Metin2?
Equipment in Metin2 includes all items that a character can equip – armour, weapons, helmets, boots, gloves, accessories and other slots. Equipment significantly determines your character's combat power: it affects attack and defence values, movement speed, attack speed and other stats. Each of the five playable classes – Warrior, Ninja, Shaman, Sura and Lycan – has their own armour and weapon sets that look different visually, but have identical base stats.
The Five Classes and Their Armour
Metin2 strictly distinguishes armour by class. A Warrior cannot equip Ninja armour and vice versa. This applies to all five classes:
- Warrior – wears heavy, combat-focused armour
- Ninja – wears light, agile armour
- Shaman – wears spiritually-themed robes
- Sura – wears demon-inspired armour
- Lycan – wears wolf-themed armour
An important fact that surprises many newcomers: The armour of each class differs only in name and appearance. The stat values are 100% identical. This means a Warrior at level 40 has exactly the same defence values with their armour as a Ninja, Shaman, Sura or Lycan at the same level with their corresponding armour of the same type.
| Class | Armour Series | Stats Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Warrior | Warrior Armour | Identical to all other classes |
| Ninja | Ninja Armour | Identical to all other classes |
| Shaman | Shaman Armour | Identical to all other classes |
| Sura | Sura Armour | Identical to all other classes |
| Lycan | Lycan Armour | Identical to all other classes |
Weapons in Metin2
Weapons in Metin2 are also class-bound. Each class can only equip certain weapon types. For example, the Warrior attacks with swords or axes, whilst the Ninja uses bows or daggers. Shamans rely on fans or staves, Suras on swords and spell weapons, Lycans on claw-like weapons. The exact weapon types per class are listed in the respective class wikis.
Weapons directly affect your character's attack value in Metin2. Additionally, weapons can be further improved through the upgrade system (Plus system) and by inserting gems or bonuses. A higher Plus level significantly increases the weapon's base damage.
Where Do I Buy Equipment? The Armour Dealer
In every city in Metin2, there is an Armour Dealer (Armor Shop Dealer). This NPC sells armour and some weapons for various level ranges. The Armour Dealer is the easiest source for basic equipment, especially for beginners and while levelling.
Besides buying from the dealer, there are other ways to get equipment:
- Monster Drop: Metins and regular monsters drop equipment items directly.
- Player Trade: Via private shops or direct trading with other players.
- Crafting/Armour Design: With an armour design plan, certain armour pieces can be crafted.
- Dungeons and Events: Special armour pieces drop in dungeons or are rewarded through events.
Armour Designs: Crafting Equipment
The crafting system in Metin2 allows you to create armour using armour designs. An armour design specifies the materials and requirements needed to forge a particular piece of armour. This is especially relevant for high-quality equipment that you cannot simply buy from the dealer. The required materials – such as ore, essence or special drops – must be collected beforehand.
Armour designs can be dropped in the game world or obtained from certain sources. If you want to craft your own equipment, start collecting the required materials early while levelling – this saves a lot of time later.
Upgrading Equipment: The Plus System
Every piece of armour and weapon in Metin2 can be improved through the Plus system. Upgrade levels range from +0 (no upgrade) to higher Plus values. Each upgrade requires improvement stones. At higher Plus levels, the risk increases that the item may be damaged or destroyed if the upgrade attempt fails.
In addition to the Plus system, there is the Bonus system: Equipment pieces can carry additional stat bonuses. These bonuses can be modified or rerolled using special items. A good bonus on the right piece of equipment makes a significant difference in the high-end game.
Frequently Asked Questions About Equipment in Metin2
Do all classes have the same armour stats?
Yes. The armour of all five classes – Warrior, Ninja, Shaman, Sura and Lycan – are 100% identical in their stats. They differ only in name and visual appearance.
Can I equip another class's armour?
No. Armour is class-bound. A Warrior can only equip Warrior armour, a Ninja can only equip Ninja armour, and so on. This applies equally to all classes.
Where do I find the Armour Dealer?
The Armour Dealer (Armor Shop Dealer) is located in the towns of the game and sells armour for various level ranges directly in exchange for Yang (the in-game currency).
What is an armour design?
An armour design is a crafting recipe that specifies which materials are needed to create a particular piece of armour. Armour designs can be found in the game world.
How do I upgrade my equipment?
Equipment is upgraded through the Plus system using improvement stones. Additionally, bonuses on equipment pieces can be modified or rerolled using special items. Both systems are important for progression in the game.
Where do I get good equipment in the endgame?
In the endgame, high-quality equipment mainly comes from dungeon drops, crafting with armour designs, and trading with other players. The regular dealer mainly covers the levelling range.
What are bonuses on armour?
Bonuses are additional stats on an equipment piece – such as more HP, higher defence or resistances. Bonuses can be random and rerolled using special items.
Is there a difference between weapon and armour drops?
Both weapons and armour can be dropped by monsters and Metins. Which items exactly drop depends on the specific monster and its level range.
Tips for Beginners When Building Equipment
If you're new to Metin2, keep the following points in mind when it comes to equipment:
- Use the dealer: Whilst levelling, dealer equipment is perfectly adequate. Don't save your Yang for overpriced player equipment while you're still levelling.
- Don't sell drops: Items you drop can often be worth more at the dealer than you think – or they may be needed for crafting.
- Check class armour: Always make sure the armour you buy or get from drops is suitable for your class. Items for the wrong class cannot be equipped.
- Pay attention to bonuses: Two armour pieces at the same Plus level can differ significantly in effectiveness if one has noticeably better bonuses.
- Collect crafting materials: If you want to craft higher-quality armour, start collecting the required materials early – this saves a lot of time later.
Metin2 is a free-to-play MMORPG from Gameforge AG. The game is free to play – start playing for free now and discover the equipment system yourself.
Learn more about classes and suitable builds in our class guides: Warrior, Ninja and Sura – including recommendations on which armour bonuses you should aim for with each class.
