TL;DR: Quick answers for new Lineage 2 players โ€” how to start, which server and class to pick, how to farm Adena, how to reach the Olympiad, and how to fix the most common technical issues.

Overview

This page collects the most common questions new Lineage 2 players ask, with short, practical answers. Use it as a starting point before diving into the detailed class and mechanics guides.

Getting Started

How do I start? Register an account, download the client and pick a server. Which server should I choose? If you want the full classic experience, go low-rate (x1). If you want a fast start and quick leveling, pick a high-rate server.

Classes

What class should a beginner pick? A Prophet will always get a party invite thanks to its buffs. A Destroyer offers powerful solo farming. A Hawkeye is your ranged-combat option. Can I change class? Yes โ€” through the subclass system at level 75, you can add and switch between additional classes.

Economy

How do I earn Adena? Grind mobs, spoil materials on a Bounty Hunter, craft items and trade them. Look at the table below for the main income sources.

SourceWhat you doBest for
Mob farmingGrind packs of monsters at your levelSteady Adena and drops
SpoilSpoil and sweep materials on a Bounty HunterSelling rare materials
CraftingCraft gear and consumables to sellLong-term passive income
TradingBuy low, sell high on the marketPlayers who watch prices

PvP & Olympiad

How do I join the Olympiad? Earn Noblesse status (the quest at level 75+) and register with the Olympiad Manager in any town. What does the Olympiad give? Points to buy unique hero weapons and the Hero title for a month. Can I PvP without penalties? Yes โ€” in the Olympiad, in siege zones and in duels. Killing a peaceful player in the open world gives you karma and turns you into a PK (player killer).

Technical Questions

The game lags โ€” what should I do? Lower your graphics settings, close background programs and check your connection. I can't log in to the server โ€” check the server status on the website or try a different connection. How do I run multiple windows? Lineage 2 supports multi-client, so you can run several copies of the game for your alts (a buffer, a crafter and so on).