Metin2 Winddragon Armour – Armour Guide

Armour in Metin2 is class-bound – each of the five playable classes (Warrior, Ninja, Shaman, Sura, Lycan) wears its own variant. The crucial fact: the stats are 100% identical. Only name and graphics differ. This means: whoever rates armour for one class can transfer those values directly to all other classes.

What is Armour in Metin2?

Armour is one of the most important equipment items in the game. It occupies the body slot of your character and provides the bulk of your defensive protection. Without proper armour, your character is significantly more vulnerable to monsters and other players in PvP.

In the Metin2 Wiki, armour is divided into five class-specific categories:

• Warrior Armour – heavy plate armour, typical Warrior design
• Ninja Armour – light, agile appearance
• Shaman Armour – mystical-looking robes
• Sura Armour – dark, magically-infused armour
• Lycan Armour – designs tailored to the transformation class

Despite the different names and appearances, this applies: the base stats of each armour tier are identical across all classes.

Class Design: Same Stats, Different Look

The equal stat design is a deliberate design decision by Gameforge. No character is disadvantaged armour-wise because of their class. Whether you're out as a Warrior in heavy plate or as a Ninja in light leather – the pure armour values at the same tier are identical.

This has practical implications:

• Guides and recommendations for an armour tier apply equally to all classes.
• The armour merchant offers class-specific versions that match in price and value.
• When comparing armour, the tier matters, not the class.

Armour Classes Overview

The Armour Merchant: Where to Buy Armour

In Metin2, there are dedicated armour merchants (also called Armour Shop Dealers) who stock class-specific armour. You'll find them in the capital cities of the three kingdoms. The merchant sells base armour, which you can then improve through the upgrade system.

Make sure to buy from the right merchant: each class needs its own armour variant. A Warrior cannot equip Shaman armour – even if the stats behind it were identical.

Armour Plans: Craft Helmets and Variants

Besides direct purchase from the merchant, Metin2 features the Armour Plans system. With an Armour Plan (also known as Armour Design), you can craft armour or helmets. There are separate plans for regular armour and for armour helmets.

Crafting via Armour Plans is useful when you want to make a specific armour tier without relying on drops or the marketplace. You can find the exact material requirements in the official Metin2 Crafting Guide.

Armour Upgrades: Strengthen Your Equipment

Simply wearing armour isn't enough at higher levels. Metin2 offers a comprehensive upgrade system to improve your armour step by step. Generally:

• Forge Upgrades: Armour can be enhanced at the Blacksmith using improvement stones.
• Bonus Slots: Through additional refinement steps, bonuses can be applied to armour.
• Breakthrough: Higher armour tiers require specific materials that you'll find in the Item Guide.

Since all class armour stats are equal, it's worthwhile to maximise your upgrade budget – regardless of which class you play.

Tips for Choosing Armour

Even though the base stats are identical, there are some points to consider when choosing armour:

• Choose the right class: Always buy armour for your own class – other classes cannot wear that armour.
• Prioritise armour tier: The tier of the armour is more important than individual cosmetic preferences.
• Use Armour Plans: If you need a specific armour tier but can't find the right drop, crafting via Armour Plan may be the faster solution.
• Don't forget upgrades: A well-upgraded lower-tier armour can sometimes outperform a non-upgraded higher-tier armour.
• Compare merchants: Check both the NPC armour merchant and the player marketplace – prices can vary greatly.

For more info on class-specific builds, see the Warrior Guide or Ninja Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions about Metin2 Winddragon Armour