This page covers the core game mechanics of Ragnarok Online as they apply to HymnRO. Whether you're new to RO or returning from another server, this guide will help you understand how things work here.
Server Rates
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base EXP | 25x |
| Job EXP | 25x |
| Quest EXP | 250x |
| MVP EXP | 250x |
| Item Drops | 10x |
| Card Drops (Normal) | 10x |
| Card Drops (Boss) | 5x |
| Card Drops (MVP) | 2x |
ℹ️ Note: Multi-level up is enabled — you can gain multiple levels from a single kill if the EXP is high enough.
Stats
Stats determine your character's capabilities in combat and utility. HymnRO follows standard Renewal mechanics.
Primary Stats
| Stat | Primary Effects | Secondary Effects |
|---|---|---|
| STR | +1 Status ATK per point (melee weapons) | +1 Weight Limit per point, +1 Status ATK per 5 points (ranged) |
| AGI | +1 Flee per point, increases ASPD | +1 Soft DEF per 5 points |
| VIT | +1% Max HP per point, +2% HP Healing effectiveness | +1 Soft DEF per 2 points, +1 HP Recovery per 5 points, status resistance |
| INT | +1.5 Status MATK per point, +1% Max SP | +1 Soft MDEF per 2 points, +1 SP Recovery per 6 points, reduces variable cast time |
| DEX | +1 HIT per point, +1 Status ATK (ranged weapons) | Reduces variable cast time, slight ASPD increase, +1 Status ATK per 5 points (melee) |
| LUK | +0.3% Critical Rate per point | +1 ATK/MATK per 3 points, +1 HIT per 3 points, +1 Flee per 5 points, +1 Perfect Dodge per 10 points |
Max Stats by Class
| Class Type | Max Stats |
|---|---|
| Novice / 1st / 2nd Class | 99 |
| Transcendent (non-3rd) | 99 |
| 3rd Class | 130 |
| 3rd Transcendent Class | 130 |
| Extended Class (Kagerou/Oboro/Rebellion) | 130 |
| Summoner (Doram) | 130 |
| 4th Class | 130 |
| Baby Classes | 80 |
| Baby 3rd Classes | 117 |
Trait Stats (4th Job)
4th Job classes gain access to Trait Stats with a maximum of 110 per trait.
| Trait | Effect |
|---|---|
| POW | Increases physical damage |
| STA | Increases HP and physical resistance |
| WIS | Increases SP and magical resistance |
| SPL | Increases magical damage |
| CON | Increases healing effectiveness |
| CRT | Increases critical damage |
Upon changing to a 4th Job, you receive 7 Trait Points to allocate.
Cast Time
HymnRO uses the Renewal cast time system, which divides casting into two parts:
Variable Cast Time
Reduced by DEX and INT. The formula for instant variable cast is:
(DEX × 2) + INT = 530
Example: 200 DEX + 130 INT = 530 → Instant variable cast
Fixed Cast Time
By default, 20% of a skill's total cast time is fixed. Fixed cast time is NOT reduced by stats and requires special equipment, cards, or skills to reduce.
Attack Speed (ASPD)
| Class Type | Max ASPD |
|---|---|
| 1st / 2nd Class | 190 |
| 3rd Class | 193 |
| Extended Class | 193 |
| Summoner | 193 |
ℹ️ Note: ASPD 193 is the practical cap for most endgame builds. Higher values provide diminishing returns.
Elements
Understanding elements is crucial for dealing maximum damage. There are 10 elements in Ragnarok Online:
Element Wheel (Basic)
- Fire → strong against Earth and Undead, weak to Water
- Water → strong against Fire, weak to Wind
- Wind → strong against Water, weak to Earth
- Earth → strong against Wind, weak to Fire
Special Elements
- Neutral — No inherent weaknesses (except Ghost immunity)
- Holy — Strong against Shadow, Undead, Demon
- Shadow — Strong against Holy, weak to Holy
- Ghost — Immune to Neutral attacks
- Undead — Weak to Holy and Fire
- Poison — Resists most elements slightly, weak to Holy
💡 Tip: Use the @mi (monster info) command to check a monster's element before fighting!
Size & Weapon Penalty
Weapons deal reduced damage against certain monster sizes unless you have size modifiers.
| Weapon Type | vs Small | vs Medium | vs Large |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dagger | 100% | 75% | 50% |
| Sword (1H) | 75% | 100% | 75% |
| Sword (2H) | 75% | 75% | 100% |
| Axe (1H) | 50% | 75% | 100% |
| Axe (2H) | 50% | 75% | 100% |
| Mace | 75% | 100% | 100% |
| Spear (1H, on foot) | 75% | 75% | 100% |
| Spear (1H, mounted) | 75% | 75% | 100% |
| Spear (2H, on foot) | 75% | 75% | 100% |
| Spear (2H, mounted) | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Staff | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Bow | 100% | 100% | 75% |
| Katar | 75% | 100% | 75% |
| Book | 100% | 100% | 50% |
| Knuckle | 100% | 75% | 50% |
| Instrument/Whip | 75% | 100% | 75% |
| Gun | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Shuriken/Kunai | 100% | 100% | 100% |
💡 Tip: Cards like Hydra, Desert Wolf, and Drake can help overcome size penalties.
Death Penalty
When you die in HymnRO:
- Base EXP Loss: 1% of current level
- Job EXP Loss: 1% of current level
- Zeny Loss: None
- Max Level Characters: No EXP loss
ℹ️ Note: Death penalty only applies to PvE deaths. There is no additional penalty for PvP deaths.
Party System
- Level Gap: 30 levels (party members outside this range won't receive shared EXP)
- Bonus EXP: +25% per additional party member attacking (up to 12 attackers)
- Standard random distribution when party share is enabled
- Use @autoloot for personal loot collection
Combat Mechanics
Flee Penalty
When multiple monsters target you, your Flee is reduced:
- Starts at 3+ monsters attacking you
- -10% Flee per additional monster beyond 3
DEF Penalty
Similar to Flee, your DEF is reduced when mobbed:
- Starts at 3+ monsters attacking you
- -5% DEF per additional monster beyond 3
Critical Hits
- Critical hits ignore target's Flee
- Critical hits ignore target's DEF (but not damage reduction effects)
- Base critical damage modifier: 140%
Refinement
Refinement increases equipment stats but carries risk of failure and destruction.
Safe Refine Limits
| Weapon Level | Safe Limit |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | +7 |
| Level 2 | +6 |
| Level 3 | +5 |
| Level 4 | +4 |
Armor safe limit: +4
⚠️ Warning: Refinement above safe limits can destroy your equipment. Use enriched materials or special NPCs when available.
Transcendent Bonus
When you transcend (rebirth), you gain:
- 52 additional status points
- Access to transcendent-only skills
- Higher base stats potential
See Also
- Get Started — New player guide
- Commands — Available player commands
- FAQ — Frequently asked questions