Metin2 Hydra Dungeon

Metin2 Hydra: Guide to Ship Defence

The Hydra is the central boss of the Ship Defence in Metin2. In this group dungeon, the group protects the mast of a ship, fights attacking monsters and then defeats the Hydra. After successful completion, Hydra's Treasure appears and a portal to the harbour.

Summary: Ship Defence is a group dungeon from Level 90 onwards. Entry requires a group of 2 to 8 players. Each group member needs a pass and must have completed the quest "Pursuit of the Dragon Queen". Entry is with the Fisherman at Dragon Fire Cape.

On the ship, the group leader starts the run via the ship's wheel. During the dungeon, monsters attack the mast. If the mast is destroyed, the ship defence fails. Important mechanics are Hydra Egg, Hydra Spawn, blue circles and repair wood.

Requirements

The following requirements apply to Ship Defence:

• Minimum level: 90
• Group: 2 to 8 players
• Pass for each group member
• Completed quest "Pursuit of the Dragon Queen" for each group member
• 20 minutes waiting time since the start of the last Ship Defence

Even though experienced players can handle the Hydra with very high damage, a group is required for entry.

Entry and Start

The entrance to Ship Defence is located with the Fisherman at Dragon Fire Cape. The group leader enters the ship first. After that, the other group members can follow.

On the ship, the run does not start automatically. The group leader must start the Ship Defence via the ship's wheel. When starting, the passes are consumed. After that, a short preparation phase begins before the first enemies appear.

Objective of Ship Defence

The central objective is the protection of the mast. During the run, monsters attack the mast. If its HP drops to 0, the dungeon fails.

The Hydra is therefore not an isolated boss fight. The run combines mast defence, enemy control and direct damage to the Hydra.

Progression

After starting via the ship's wheel, monsters appear first that attack the mast. The group must protect the mast and at the same time be prepared for the further fight.

As the run progresses, the Hydra is fought in several phases. During this time, further enemies can appear and threaten the mast. Groups with sufficient damage can focus more on the Hydra. If the mast takes too much damage, Hydra Egg, Hydra Spawn, blue circles and repair wood become more important.

After defeating the Hydra, Hydra's Treasure appears and a portal to the harbour.

Important Mechanics

Mast

The mast is the protective object of Ship Defence. Enemies attack it during the run. If the mast is destroyed, the dungeon has failed.

The mast can be restored with repair wood. This mechanic helps when the mast has taken heavy damage, but costs time and briefly renders the using player unable to act.

Hydra

The Hydra is defeated in several combat phases. During the fight, further enemies can attack the mast. The group must therefore decide when to deal damage to the Hydra and when to relieve the mast.

Positioning is important, as the Hydra can use dangerous attacks and disruptive effects. High damage shortens the fight and reduces the risk to the mast.

Hydra Egg

The Hydra Egg appears briefly in the area of the mast during the Hydra fight. If it is destroyed in time, small monsters attacking the mast disappear.

This mechanic is particularly helpful when the damage to the Hydra is not enough to finish the fight quickly.

Hydra Spawn and Blue Circles

Hydra Spawn attacks the mast. Blue circles or blue areas appear before these enemies. If a player enters such an area, the attack of the corresponding Hydra Spawn can be briefly interrupted.

This reduces damage to the mast, especially if the run becomes tight.

Repair Wood

Repair wood can appear when defeating Hydra Spawn. It can be used to repair the mast. After use, the player is briefly stunned or unable to act.

Repair wood is mainly a safety mechanic. It does not replace damage to the Hydra, but can stabilise an endangered run.

Stun

Stun renders the character unable to act for a short time. During this time, they cannot attack, switch items or use potions.

In connection with repair wood, this effect is particularly important because the player is briefly taken out of combat after the repair.

Buffs and Debuffs

During the Hydra fight, effects can occur that affect damage, attack speed or active buffs. Therefore, the group should use important buffs consciously and not just focus on raw damage.

Rewards

After successful completion, Hydra's Treasure appears. It can be opened with attacks or skills and drops rewards.

Relevant rewards and associated items include:

• Hydra's Chest
• Hydra's Ring
• Nessie Egg
• Pass
• Further items from Hydra's Treasure

Double drop affects the rewards from Hydra's Treasure.

Hydra's Treasure and Hydra's Chest

Hydra's Treasure appears after defeating the Hydra in the dungeon. When opened, various rewards can appear.

Hydra's Chest is a possible drop from Hydra's Treasure. It is therefore not the same as Hydra's Treasure, but a reward from it.

Hydra's Ring

Hydra's Ring is connected to Ship Defence and access to Yohara. It can be used to travel to the harbour and has limited uses as well as a waiting time after use.

Nessie Egg

The Nessie Egg is among the relevant rewards from the Hydra context. It is used to obtain the pet Nessie.

Portal to the Harbour

After successfully completing Ship Defence, a portal to the harbour appears. Through this portal, the group continues after the run.

Tips for Ship Defence

Ship Defence requires above all high damage, clean positioning and attention to the mast. Those who cause enough damage can focus more on the Hydra. If the mast comes under pressure, additional mechanics should be used.

Particularly important are:

• Start via the ship's wheel by the group leader
• Keep an eye on the mast's condition
• Use Hydra Egg when many monsters attack the mast
• Use blue circles to briefly stop Hydra Spawn
• Use repair wood only when necessary
• Avoid unnecessary loss of control and poor positioning

Frequently Asked Questions about the Hydra and Ship Defence

From what level can you enter Ship Defence?

Ship Defence can be entered from Level 90 onwards.

How many players do you need for Ship Defence?

Entry requires a group of 2 to 8 players.

Where does Ship Defence start?

Entry is with the Fisherman at Dragon Fire Cape. On the ship, the group leader starts the run via the ship's wheel.

What item do you need for entry?

Each group member needs a pass.

What quest is required?

Each group member must have completed the quest "Pursuit of the Dragon Queen".

What happens if the mast is destroyed?

If the mast is destroyed, Ship Defence fails.

What does the Hydra Egg do?

The Hydra Egg appears briefly during the Hydra fight. If it is destroyed, small monsters attacking the mast disappear.

What is Hydra's Treasure?

Hydra's Treasure appears after defeating the Hydra. It can be opened and drops rewards.

What is the difference between Hydra's Treasure and Hydra's Chest?

Hydra's Treasure appears in the dungeon after the boss fight. Hydra's Chest is a possible drop from Hydra's Treasure.

Where does the portal lead after completion?

After successful completion, a portal to the harbour appears.