Lineage 2

Lineage 2 Boosting Guide: Optimal Character Item Purchase Order

Learn the optimal order to purchase items for boosting your character in Lineage 2 EU and maximize efficiency.

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To efficiently boost your character in Lineage 2 EU, prioritize your purchases in the following order: tattoos and skill upgrades first, followed by jewelry sets, artifact items, soul crystals, and augments, and then armor, weapon enhancements, and other accessories.

Tattoos and Skill Upgrades

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  1. Purchase legendary tattoos with a minimum of level 3 for effective boosting.
  2. Upgrade essential character skills to level 10, with the maximum recommendation to level 20.

Jewelry Set +6

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  1. Acquire a minimum +6 upgraded jewelry set, such as Angel's jewelry set.
  2. Exchange 100 chests at once to obtain the +6 upgraded version if this option is viable for your budget.

Artifact Book and Artifacts

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  1. Purchase a unique artifact book.
  2. Fill the artifact book with 21 artifacts to unlock the level 3 artifact bonus.

A game panel showing an artifact book with all slots filled, alongside game stats and other overlay information.

The artifact book panel displays all slots filled with artifacts. — Lineage 2 Unleashed

Soul Crystals and Augments

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  1. Add high-level soul crystals to your equipment, such as level 5 M and Y crystals for improved damage.
  2. Upgrade items using augment stones, which can be farmed in specific zones, to apply enhancement effects.

Armor and Weapon Recommendations

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  1. Start with an R99 PvE armor set enhanced to +10 or purchase the level 110 PvE set based on your budget.
  2. Select a weapon carefully—opt for a +21 quest weapon as it provides cost-effective benefits compared to a +10 PvE weapon.
  3. Dragon weapon upgrades may be considered for higher levels and advanced gameplay.

Additional Accessories and Upgrades

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  1. Purchase a belt based on your budget, choosing from level 1, 2, or 3 belts.
  2. Acquire and upgrade talismans such as Sayha's Talisman level 12 and Protection Talisman level 8 for additional bonuses.
  3. Include artifacts and complete the unique artifact book for added stats.

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FAQ

What items should I buy first for boosting in Lineage 2?

Begin with tattoos and skill upgrades, followed by a +6 jewelry set, artifact items, soul crystals, and augments. As your budget allows, proceed to armor, weapon enhancements, and accessories.

How to choose between wizard and warrior equipment in Lineage 2?

For wizards, prioritize robe armor sets; for warriors, opt for light armor sets. The type of equipment depends on your class and the role you wish to fulfill.

What is the best jewelry set upgrade path in Lineage 2?

The minimum recommendation is a +6 Angel's jewelry set, which can be obtained by exchanging 100 chests. Higher upgraded sets may provide additional benefits but depend on budget constraints.

How do artifact books impact character boosting in Lineage 2?

Completing an artifact book with 21 artifacts unlocks a level 3 artifact bonus, providing valuable stat boosts essential for progression and damage increases.

What are the priority purchases for a new character in Lineage 2 EU?

Focus first on tattoos, skill upgrades, and a +6 jewelry set, followed by acquiring artifact books, soul crystals, and augmenting equipment. Build out armor and weaponry gradually based on available resources and gameplay needs.

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