The Indigo Wolf Soul is one of the classes in Metin2 whose gameplay depends significantly on how you distribute your skill points. Starting at Level 5 you receive your first four skill points, and with each subsequent level you gain one additional point. You invest these points in six class-specific skills of your chosen discipline – the correct distribution determines your damage, survival and gameplay enjoyment.
The Skills System in Metin2 – Basics
Skills are special abilities for your character. Each of the five classes in Metin2 has two disciplines, with each discipline containing six special skills. Through the quest "The Training" at Level 5 you commit to a discipline and immediately receive your first four skill points.
Once you've distributed at least one point to a skill, you can drag it onto the quickbar at the bottom of your screen. You activate it using keys 1–4 or F1–F4 or by right-clicking the skill. Some skills can also be bound directly to the left or right mouse button.
Important: Skills consume mana points when used. After activation the skill recharges – the cooldown varies depending on the skill and skill level. The higher your skill level, the stronger the effect.
Skill Points: How many do you get?
The points system is simple but crucial for planning your build:
| Level | Skill Points Received | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Level 5 | 4 Points | Via quest "The Training" |
| Level 6–X | 1 Point per Level | Regular level increase |
| M2–M10 | Bonus Points | Through Master Levels (lost upon reset) |
The bonus skill points from Master Levels M2 to M10 are particularly valuable – and are lost when you reset your skills. You should definitely keep this in mind when planning your build.
Skill Books: How to improve your skills
Besides distributing skill points, there's another way to improve your skills: Skill Books. You can read all skill books in parallel on a 24-hour cooldown. The game will tell you how long you need to wait if the timer hasn't expired yet.
To bypass the 24-hour wait time, you can use an Exorcism Scroll. This is especially useful if you want to optimise your character quickly or test a new build.
Additionally, the effects of certain skills can be further improved through special items in the game – check in-game which items are relevant for your class and discipline.
Understanding the Skills Window
In the Skills window you'll find everything at a glance:
- Skills: Class-specific abilities and horse skills
- Skill Points: Currently available points to distribute
- Specialisation-specific Skills: The six skills of your chosen discipline
- Counter and Boost Skills: Unlocked after mastering a counter skill
- Combo: Extends your attack sequence by up to two additional hits
- Languages: At M1 you understand players from other realms
- Riding: Shows your current horse level
The Combo skill is especially underestimated by beginners. It directly extends your attack sequence and significantly increases your melee damage.
Resetting Skills: When and how?
A skill reset becomes necessary when you've overskilled – meaning you've distributed more than 17 skill points to a single skill – or when you want to try a different discipline.
Reset with the Old Woman (up to Level 30)
Up to and including Level 30 you can reset all your skill points with the Old Woman in the village for a Yang fee. The costs scale as follows:
| Level | Cost in Yang |
|---|---|
| Level 5 | 20,000 Yang |
| Level 6 | 22,000 Yang |
| Level 7 | 24,000 Yang |
| Level 10 | 30,000 Yang |
| Level 20 | 50,000 Yang |
| Level 30 | 70,000 Yang |
Warning: When you reset you get every assigned skill point back – but you lose all bonus points from Master Levels M2 to M10. Think carefully before resetting.
Avoiding Overskilling
Overskilled means: You've invested more than 17 points in a single skill. If the skill doesn't jump to the next level at 17 points, it's recommended to use a Skill Reallocation or reset with the Old Woman. You can try it directly again with her – it's not guaranteed that the jump at 17 points will work, but you'll at least avoid losing points.
Skill Reallocation (Skill Reset Document)
As an alternative to the Old Woman, there's the item Skill Reallocation (also known as Skill Reset Document). This item allows flexible resetting even beyond the Level 30 limit and is especially relevant in advanced gameplay.
Tips for the optimal skill build
- 17 points per skill is the magic threshold – never exceed it before the jump is confirmed.
- Read skill books daily – the 24-hour cooldown only costs your time.
- Use Exorcism Scrolls strategically, don't waste them.
- Level Combo early – it directly impacts your base damage.
- Unlock Boost Skills only after you've mastered a counter skill.
- Plan your build in advance – a reset costs Yang and Master Level bonuses.
Frequently Asked Questions about Indigo Wolf Soul & Skills
At what level can I use skills in Metin2?
From Level 5 you can choose your discipline and receive your first four skill points through the quest "The Training". From then on you get one additional point with each subsequent level.
What does "overskilled" mean in Metin2?
Overskilled means you've distributed more than 17 skill points to a single skill. In this case the skill won't jump to the next mastery level and the excess points are wasted. A reset with the Old Woman or a Skill Reallocation fixes this issue.
How much does a skill reset cost with the Old Woman?
The reset costs exactly 20,000 Yang at Level 5 and increases by 2,000 Yang with each level. Resets are only possible up to and including Level 30.
What do I lose when resetting skills?
You get all assigned skill points back, but you lose the bonus points from Master Levels M2 to M10. These can only be regained by remastering the skills.
How often can I read skill books?
You can read all skill books in parallel, but each only once every 24 hours. An Exorcism Scroll allows you to skip the waiting time.
Can I change my discipline?
Yes, but you must first perform a skill reset. Afterwards you can start a new discipline with the Old Woman (up to Level 30) or using a Skill Reallocation item.
What is Skill Reallocation?
Skill Reallocation is an item (also called "Skill Reset Document") that allows you to reset your skill points – even beyond Level 30. It's especially relevant for advanced players who want to optimise their build.
What does the Combo skill do?
The Combo skill extends your attack sequence by up to two additional hits. This increases your melee damage directly and is one of the most efficient investments for many builds.
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