What is Reflect in Metin2?
Reflect belongs to the group of counter skills in Metin2. Every class has, alongside its six specialised skills, counter skills which have a special mechanism: as soon as you master a counter skill, an associated boost skill is unlocked. This system gives experienced players an additional lever when building their character.
The skill system in Metin2 is class-based. From Level 5 onwards you choose your teaching – and thus which six core skills are available to you. Counter skills like Reflect complement this set, but are managed independently from the specialisation path.
The Skill System: Basics Explained Briefly
Before you optimise Reflect or other skills, you should understand the basic mechanic:
- Level 5: You choose your teaching (specialisation) through the quest "The Training" and immediately receive 4 skill points.
- From Level 5+: For each level you advance, you receive 1 additional skill point.
- Distributing: Skill points are distributed manually to individual skills. As soon as at least 1 point is set, you can place the skill on the quick access bar (keys 1–4 or F1–F4).
- Mana costs: Each skill costs mana points when used. The costs increase with the skill level.
- Cooldown: After each use there is a cooldown time that varies depending on the skill.
- Counter → Boost: Mastered counter skills unlock a boost skill.
The Skills Window: What You'll Find Where
The skills window in Metin2 is divided into several areas. Here's an overview of the relevant sections:
| Area | Content / Function |
|---|---|
| Skills | Class skills and horse skills |
| Skill Points | Display of available points; 4 starting points from quest "The Training" from Level 5 |
| Specialisation Skills | 6 class-specific skills per teaching (e.g. Body Warrior or Mental Warrior) |
| Counter and Boost Skills | Master counter skill → boost skill is unlocked |
| Combo | Extends the combo chain by up to 2 additional hits |
| Languages | Language skills on M1 enable communication with other kingdoms |
| Riding | Shows current horse level |
Master Reflect: How the Level System Works
In Metin2, each skill has multiple development levels. To master a counter skill like Reflect, you need to develop it through targeted training. There's one crucial point in the system: the 17-point threshold.
Skills should "jump" to the next level – thus completing the transition to master tier – at 17 invested points. However, this transition is not guaranteed. If a skill doesn't jump, it doesn't automatically mean you've invested points incorrectly – it may take several attempts.
Important: Over-skilling means investing more than 17 points on a single skill without it jumping. This blocks further progression and should be corrected through a skill reset.
Skill books help with training: you can read all skill books on a 24-hour cycle. To skip the wait time, an Exorcism Scroll is available.
Resetting Skills – When and How
If you've over-skilled or want to try a new teaching, you can reset your skills. This is done through the Old Woman in-game – but only up to and including Level 30.
When you reset, you get all invested skill points back. However, you lose points gained from reaching master tiers (M2 through M10). Any grandmaster tier points you've already obtained are also gone.
| Level | Reset Cost (Yang) |
|---|---|
| 5 | 20,000 Yang |
| 6 | 22,000 Yang |
| 7 | 24,000 Yang |
| 10 | 30,000 Yang |
| 20 | 50,000 Yang |
| 30 | 70,000 Yang |
Costs increase from Level 5 by 2,000 Yang per level.
If a skill doesn't jump at 17 points after resetting with the Old Woman, you can try immediately again without losing a skill point. For players above Level 30, alternatively there's the Skill Redistribution Document (also known as Skill Reset Document), available in the shop or through in-game content.
Class Skills Overview: Which Classes Have Counter Skills?
All five classes in Metin2 have two teachings with six skills each. There are also cross-class counter and boost skills. For orientation, here are the skills of the Warrior class as an example:
| Class / Teaching | Skill | Effect (brief) |
|---|---|---|
| Body Warrior | Aura of the Sword | Attack power increases (varies by level and STR skilling) |
| Combat Frenzy | Movement and attack speed increase; defence decreases from grandmaster tier | |
| Triple Slash | Triple strike in rapid succession | |
| Sword Whirl | Area damage through weapon whirl | |
| Dash | Stun attack with brief speed boost | |
| Will to Live | Frontal attack | |
| Earthquake | Frontal attack | |
| Mental Warrior | Strong Body | Defence increases; movement speed decreases; no knockdown from grandmaster tier |
| Sword Strike | Stun + area damage | |
| Stomp | Stun chance + area damage | |
| Pierce Through | Area damage | |
| Harsh Blow | Area damage |
Common Skilling Mistakes – and How to Avoid Them
These mistakes are seen repeatedly in Metin2, especially by beginners:
- Too many points on one skill: Investing more than 17 points on a skill before it jumps leads to over-skilling. Watch the jump actively.
- Not using skill books: Books read on a 24-hour cycle – reading daily provides continuous progress without point investment.
- Choosing teaching too late: You commit at Level 5. Those uncertain should inform themselves first – a reset costs Yang and you remain flexible until Level 30.
- Underestimating reset costs: Yang costs increase by 2,000 with each level. Early resets cost significantly less.
- Ignoring counter skills: Those who don't master counter skills like Reflect miss out on the boost skill – a real disadvantage later in the game.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is Reflect in Metin2?
Reflect is a counter skill in Metin2. Counter skills work on the principle: when you master them, you unlock an associated boost skill. They are a fixed part of the skill system alongside the six class-specific specialisation skills.
When can I distribute skill points?
From Level 5 you can choose your teaching and immediately receive 4 skill points through the quest "The Training". From then on you get 1 additional point per level gained.
What does "over-skilled" mean in Metin2?
Over-skilled means you've invested more than 17 skill points on a single skill without it jumping to the master tier. This blocks further development of that skill and should be corrected through a reset.
How do I reset skills?
Up to Level 30 you can reset at the Old Woman for a Yang fee. Costs start at 20,000 Yang at Level 5 and increase by 2,000 Yang per level. From Level 31 you need a Skill Redistribution Document.
What do I lose when resetting skills?
You get all invested skill points back. However, you lose points gained from reaching master tiers M2 through M10, as well as any grandmaster tier points you've obtained.
How do skill books work?
Skill books can be read on a 24-hour cycle and help train skills without investing points. An Exorcism Scroll can bypass the 24-hour wait time.
What's the difference between counter and boost skills?
Counter skills like Reflect are standalone skills you must master. Once you've mastered a counter skill, an associated boost skill automatically unlocks, further strengthening your character.
What classes are there in Metin2?
Metin2 has five classes, each with two selectable teachings. Each teaching offers six specialised skills. Which class uses Reflect as a counter skill depends on the respective character type and specialisation.
