The Pet Book Chest is an item in Metin2 that contains books related to the pet system. Pets – your character's animal companions – are a central feature in the game: they actively accompany you, can provide bonuses like +15% magic/melee attack or +1500 HP and can be levelled individually. The pet system is available to every player without level restrictions, although a pet can only be summoned if its own level does not exceed your character's level.
What is the Pet System in Metin2?
Pets are animal companions that differ fundamentally from mounts like horses: you cannot ride on them. Instead, they accompany your character, grant passive bonuses and grow together with you. The pet overview menu can be opened by pressing the P key, clicking on the status display of an active pet or via the button in the chat bar.
Important basic rules at a glance:
- Pets can be summoned and dismissed as often as you like – however, depending on the pet, there may be time limits on runtime.
- Multiple pets cannot be active at the same time, but you can switch between them as often as you like.
- The system is usable without level restrictions.
- Pet eggs are placed in the incubator by double-clicking or right-clicking.
- Incubating an egg costs Yang and allows you to give the pet an individual name (4–20 characters).
Pet Book Chest: What's Inside?
The Pet Book Chest (also known as "Pet Book Box") is a container item containing books for pets. These books are used in connection with the pet system, for example for levelling or improving pets. The exact contents depend on the particular chest and your game progress. Related to this is the Pet Book Blueprint, which plays a role as an ornament in the pet system.
Tip: If you're unsure which books you need from the chest, first check what level your pet is currently at – item experience (blue orb) makes up 10% of total pet experience and is largely influenced by such items.
All Pets at a Glance: Bonuses and Availability
Not all pets are the same: some are purely cosmetic, others grant powerful combat bonuses. Here are the documented pets with their properties:
| Pet | Runtime | Bonuses | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Phoenix | Unlimited | None | Former DVD Box |
| Ice Phoenix | 120 Days | Not Specified | Special Source (Event) |
| Jade Phoenix | 15 or 120 Days | +15% Magic/Melee Attack, 50% Chance for EXP Bonus | Item Shop |
| Reindeer Calf | 2 Hours or 20 Days | Activates Alternative Drop | Christmas Event (Quest/NPC) or Item Shop |
| Bambi | 2 Hours, 7 or 21 Days | +15% Magic/Melee Attack, +1500 HP, Alternative Drop | Item Shop |
| Baby Azrael | 7 or 30 Days | +15% Magic/Melee Attack, +1500 HP (from Level 2 Demon Tower/Devil's Catacomb) | Item Shop |
Important Note: Pets with combat bonuses like Jade Phoenix, Bambi or Baby Azrael are mainly of interest to active grinders. Baby Azrael is specifically optimised for dungeon content (Demon Tower, Devil's Catacomb).
Pet Runtime: Keeping Your Companion Alive
Runtime is one of the most important concepts in the pet system – and is underestimated by many newcomers. Here are the key facts:
- When incubating, each pet receives a random maximum runtime of 1–14 days (real time, not game time). Exceptions like Meleys Baby can reach up to 45 days.
- Runtime can be replenished by feeding other pets, pet eggs or special items.
- If runtime drops to zero, the pet dies. The age is reset in the process.
- A dead pet can be revived with a special revival item to 80% of its original age. One such item is needed per 10 days of age.
Practical tip: Log in regularly and check your pet's runtime in the seal display. An expired pet costs you not only the pet itself, but also the accumulated age – this directly affects the revival costs.
Levelling Your Pet: Experience and Levelling System Explained
A pet's level only increases when it is actively summoned and accompanying your character. Pets require two types of experience points:
| Type | Share | Source | Symbol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Experience | 90 % | Character kills monsters (proportionally, without deduction from character) | Red Orbs (4 Orbs) |
| Item Experience | 10 % | Special Items (e.g. from the Pet Book Chest) | Blue Orb (1 Orb) |
Normal experience is divided among four orbs, with red orbs carrying different shares (22.5 / 45 / 67.5 / 90 %). Importantly: the EXP your pet gains from monster kills is not deducted from your character's experience – you lose nothing.
Item experience (blue orb) only accounts for 10%, but it is mandatory for a full level-up. This is where items from the Pet Book Chest come into play: they help to strategically fill the item EXP share.
Pet Blueprint and Pet Book Blueprint
In addition to the Pet Book Chest, there are also the Pet Blueprint and Pet Book Blueprint as related items. These function as ornaments and are part of the cosmetic and structural expansion of your pet. For details on exact usage, you should check directly in-game or in the official wiki, as mechanic availability depends on your game progress.
Tips for Efficient Pet Management
- Don't let your pet die unnecessarily: Check runtime regularly. A dead pet means age loss and revival costs.
- Choose the right pet for the content: Baby Azrael is only worthwhile in the Demon Tower or Devil's Catacomb from Level 2 onwards. For open grinding, Bambi or Jade Phoenix are more versatile.
- Don't forget item experience: The 10% item experience blocks level-up if it's missing. Use the Pet Book Chest strategically to fill this share.
- Give your pet an individual name: When incubating, you can give your pet a unique name (4–20 characters). Renaming afterwards is also possible.
- Pet Level vs. Character Level: Your pet can only be summoned as long as its level does not exceed your character's level. So don't level too far ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Pet Book Chest and Pet System
What does the Pet Book Chest contain in Metin2?
The Pet Book Chest contains books used in the pet system – especially for item experience (blue orb), which accounts for 10% of total pet EXP. It is related to the Pet Book Blueprint, which plays a role as an ornament in the system.
Can I use the pet system without a minimum level?
Yes. The pet system has no level restrictions for access. However, a pet can only be summoned if its own level does not exceed your character's level.
What happens if my pet's runtime drops to zero?
The pet dies and its age is reset. It can be revived with a special revival item to 80% of its original age – one item is consumed per 10 days of age.
Which pet gives the best bonuses?
Bambi offers +15% Magic/Melee Attack, +1500 HP and Alternative Drop – making it one of the most versatile combat pets. Baby Azrael provides the same bonuses, but only specifically from Level 2 in the Demon Tower and Devil's Catacomb. Jade Phoenix offers +15% Attack and 50% Chance for EXP Bonus.
How do I open the Pet Menu in Metin2?
You can open the pet overview menu by pressing the P key, clicking on the status display of a summoned pet or via the button in the chat bar.
Does my character lose EXP when my pet gains experience?
No. The pet gains experience proportionally when your character kills monsters – this EXP is not deducted from your character's experience.
Can I have multiple pets active at the same time?
No. Only one pet can be active at a time. However, you can switch between pets as often as you like – they can be summoned and dismissed as often as you want.
How long does a pet normally run for?
When incubating, each pet receives a random maximum runtime between 1 and 14 days (real time). Some special pets like Meleys Baby can reach up to 45 days. Runtime can be replenished by feeding other pets or items.
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