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Returning player wondering how to get stronger
I played mabinogi very casually several years later. I just decided to get back into the game. My character has a pretty high cumulative level (2800+) but is super weak. Since many of the main scenario quests (which I used to completely ignore) scale according to level, I can't seem to make any progress. How do I get stronger? I definitely need stronger weapons I think but I don't even know where to start. Any help is much appreciated!
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I've always recommended Construct Alchemy (Transmutation) for getting through tough spots. It's boring and it's slow but is very useful in situations where you are completely outclassed by the monsters.
I've been using dual swords but I can barely progress in the newer G19 quests. Anything in a dungeon kills me really easily if it gets a hit in. I've tried the alchemy quests but most of the longer shadow missions are impossible for me to finish due to the scaling and I only have the more basic skills. Should I just level the basic skills?
If you had questions about maximization/gear/strategies or Alchemy, I can help (I'm on Alexina).
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Another thing to consider: have you ranked up your basic combat skills (Defense, Combat Mastery, Counterattack)? How about your Life Skills? Doing so allows you to gradually build up your base stats, although it takes time.
You may want to take advantage of ranking other Talents' skills to boost your base stats as well.
While doing this also don’t forget to grab a Special Upgraded weapon. Blue, Red, doesn’t matter but it will give you a pretty sizeable power boost. If cash is a problem go for a Blue upgraded Gladius or something, you won’t see much benifit to grabbing a R6 CRK at your level, and I personally saw good results with a pair of S3 Broadswords I still use at lvl 9k. This is done by upgrading a weapon normally, then gem upgrading, then using the glowy anvil things in most major towns. Theres a whole Memior tutorial on it, speaking of, they give tons of exp and are super worth it.
Other then that work on Enchanting your stuff. Rafting can give you tons of Fox enchants, The shadow Spider mission (even on basic) drops an awesome helmet enchant, Dexterity. There are plenty of decent sword emchants that are doable without a huge risk.
Lastly I would urge you to save G19 and above for the last gens you do. They are kinda rough, and many of the fights “cheat”. Like do % hp damage, use raid mechanics while you are alone or don’t have the skills to handle them. Random snap cast fireballs or a boss spamming an invulnerability move for 5+ minutes straight. It’s honestly best to go in and cheese it with Demi or overpower it with sheer stats.
The abilities you get are quite good, but IMO not worth the headache of fighting say....Tagar on a low level