TL;DR: The December 2016 Raffle is a Metin2 IS action event offering daily free tickets from level 30 and featuring golden tickets with special chances.
The December 2016 Raffle is a temporary IS action in Metin2, accessible exclusively in-game via the Item Shop. Eligible players receive one free ticket daily if they are at least level 30 and have completed the quest "The Biologist's Research (Orc Fang)" before the event starts. Players under level 30 can also participate – they must purchase at least one ticket per day for 7 consecutive days, and from day 8 onwards they receive one free ticket per day. Each drawn ticket guarantees a prize.
Eligibility Requirements Overview
Before you start your first raffle round, it's worth knowing the requirements precisely. There are two ways to participate:
| Requirement | Method A – Free Ticket Eligibility | Method B – Buyer Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Level | Level 30 | Under Level 30 possible |
| Quest Requirement | "The Biologist's Research (Orc Fang)" completed before event start | No mandatory quest |
| Free Ticket Receipt | Daily from event start | From day 8 onwards (after 7 consecutive purchase days) |
| Mandatory Purchase | None required | At least 1 ticket per day for 7 consecutive days |
Important: If you haven't completed the Orc Fang quest yet and are under level 30, you must purchase consistently for seven consecutive days – if you skip a single day, the counter resets.
How to Access the Raffle In-Game
The raffle can be accessed exclusively in-game via the Item Shop. There is no access through the browser interface or the Gameforge client directly. Open the Item Shop in-game and navigate to the corresponding event section to access the raffle interface.
A new raffle day begins daily at 04:00 UK time. If you're planning your daily routine, you should keep this reset time in mind – tickets you purchase for the following day can already be acquired a day earlier at a lower price.
Ticket Costs and Daily Purchase Limit
A limited number of tickets are available daily for Dragonmarks (DM). In addition to a possible free ticket, you can purchase up to 9 tickets daily – split into two blocks:
| Ticket Block | Number of Tickets | Cost Per Ticket | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Block (Daily Tickets) | 5 Tickets | Discounted (Previous Day Purchase Available) | Cheaper to purchase a day early |
| Second Block (Bonus Tickets) | 1st Bonus Ticket | 45 DM | After the first 5 tickets |
| 2nd Bonus Ticket | 51 DM | ||
| 3rd Bonus Ticket | 69 DM | ||
| 4th Bonus Ticket | 69 DM |
The first 5 daily tickets are cheaper when purchased the day before. After these 5 tickets, 4 additional bonus tickets can be purchased – at graduated prices of 45, 51, and twice 69 DM.
Prizes: What's Inside a Ticket?
Every drawn ticket guarantees a prize – there are no blanks. As a prize, you receive either:
- An item, which is automatically placed in your Item Shop inventory, or
- a lucky symbol, which is used for the collection system.
Which specific items are available in the December 2016 Raffle is listed in the official event tables on the Wiki. The range typically includes consumables, upgrade materials and decorative items.
The Golden Ticket – Special Chance with Triple Effect
When drawing a ticket, there is a chance to randomly encounter a Golden Ticket. Golden Tickets appear randomly and offer three benefits at once:
- You receive a lucky symbol.
- You receive an additional regular prize.
- The chance for the daily prize is doubled.
Furthermore, golden tickets can be collected. If you have collected 5 golden tickets, you can exchange them for 1 to 3 free spins on the Wheel of Fate. This makes collecting golden tickets especially rewarding – even without a direct daily prize win.
The Lucky Symbol System
Lucky symbols are a core mechanic of the raffle. Once you have collected 3 lucky symbols, you receive a corresponding prize based on the point total of the three symbols. The following rules apply:
- The prize must be claimed before you can draw additional tickets – as long as you have 3 symbols and the prize has not been collected, you cannot continue playing.
- If you are dissatisfied with the offered prize, you can re-roll for an investment of 5 Dragon Runes (DR).
- Re-rolling can be repeated as many times as you wish, as long as you pay 5 DR per attempt.
The specific lucky symbol prizes and their point thresholds are listed in the official raffle wiki table.
Daily Prizes – The Special Jackpot
In addition to regular ticket rewards, the December 2016 Raffle features special daily prizes, called Daily Prizes. Each drawn ticket gives you a chance at this daily prize. A golden ticket doubles this winning chance. The exact daily prizes vary daily and are documented in the wiki table for the event.
Classification: The Raffle as an IS Action in Metin2
The December 2016 Raffle falls into the category of IS actions in Metin2 Event System. In addition to the Raffle, the Advent Calendar also counts as an IS action. The overarching event system lists all active events via the Event UI, which was integrated into the game with Update 19.1 and is accessible via the E key (to the left of the mini-map).
Temporary systems like the Raffle are typical for Metin2: they are time-limited, offer exclusive rewards and encourage daily activity. If you want to use the raffle efficiently, you should log in daily, claim your free ticket and consistently take advantage of golden ticket benefits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum level to participate in the December 2016 Raffle?
In principle, every account is eligible to participate. However, only players at level 30 or above who have completed the quest "The Biologist's Research (Orc Fang)" before the event starts receive the daily free ticket. Under level 30, you can participate if you purchase at least one ticket per day for 7 consecutive days – from day 8 onwards, you also receive a daily free ticket.
Where do I find the Raffle in-game?
The Raffle is exclusively accessible in-game via the Item Shop. There is no external access via browser or Gameforge client.
When does a new Raffle day begin?
A new day starts daily at 04:00 UK time. Free tickets and the daily purchase limit are reset at this time.
What is a Golden Ticket and how do I get one?
Golden Tickets appear randomly when drawing a regular ticket. They simultaneously give a lucky symbol, a regular prize and double the chance for the daily prize. 5 collected golden tickets can be exchanged for 1 to 3 free spins on the Wheel of Fate.
Can I also draw blanks?
No. Every ticket guarantees a prize – either an item that is automatically placed in your Item Shop inventory, or a lucky symbol.
What happens if I have 3 lucky symbols?
With 3 lucky symbols, you receive a specific prize depending on the point total. This must be claimed before you can draw additional tickets. Alternatively, you can re-roll for 5 Dragon Runes to receive a different prize – this is possible as many times as you wish.
Can I buy tickets at a discount?
Yes. The 5 daily tickets for the next day can already be purchased a day earlier at a discounted price. So it's worth buying the tickets the day before.
How many tickets can I purchase in total per day?
After the possible free ticket, you can purchase up to 9 tickets per day: 5 daily tickets plus 4 bonus tickets at prices of 45, 51, 69 and 69 DM.