Awakening & Transcendence

Advance your character through Lineage II's Awakening and Transcendence systems. This guide details unlocking new skills and enhancing combat prowess.

Welcome, veteran adventurers! The path to true power in Lineage II culminates in the Awakening and Transcendence systems. These pivotal advancements will redefine your character, unlocking new skills, enhancing your combat prowess, and opening doors to the most challenging content in Aden. This guide will walk you through each step, ensuring a smooth transition into your character's ultimate form.

The Awakening Questline: Path to a New Class

Awakening is your character's first major evolution beyond their 3rd class transfer. Upon reaching Level 85, you will be eligible to embark on a series of quests that will transform your existing class into one of the 34 Awakened classes, each with unique abilities and playstyles. Choose wisely, as this decision is permanent!

Prerequisites:

• Character Level: 85 or higher.
• 3rd Class Transfer: Must have completed your 3rd class transfer quest.
• Quest Item: While not strictly required to start, having a Scroll of Atonement can be beneficial for certain quest steps, though it's often obtainable during the quest itself.

Walkthrough:

1. Initiating the Quest:
   • Travel to the Talking Island Village.
   • Locate Grand Master Orem (for Human classes), High Priest Sylvain (for Elven classes), Dark Elf Guild Master Tobias (for Dark Elven classes), Orc Overlord Kakai (for Orc classes), or Dwarf Elder Lockirin (for Dwarven classes). Each race has a specific NPC to begin their Awakening journey. For Kamael, seek out Kamael Grand Master Lazarin in the Kamael Village.
   • Accept the quest titled "A New Future" (the exact name may vary slightly depending on your race, but the theme is consistent).
2. The Trial of the Seven Seals (Simplified):
   • This portion of the quest involves proving your worth to the ancient spirits. You'll be directed to various locations to defeat specific monsters and collect quest items.
   • Example: For many classes, you'll be sent to the Forest of Mirrors to defeat Mirror Golems to collect Shards of Reflection.
   • Another common step involves visiting the Giants' Cave to defeat Giant Guardians and retrieve Ancient Runes.
   • Pay close attention to your quest log for precise monster names and quantities.
3. Meeting the Emissaries:
   • After proving your combat prowess, you'll be tasked with meeting Emissaries of the Gods. These NPCs are typically found in major cities like Aden Castle Town, Rune Township, or Goddard Castle Town.
   • They will test your knowledge and resolve through dialogue options. Choose wisely, as incorrect answers might require you to re-engage in dialogue.
4. The Final Test:
   • The culmination of the Awakening quest often involves a solo instance or a challenging monster hunt.
   • Example: You might be sent to a special instance zone accessible from Talking Island Village to defeat a powerful boss like the Awakened Spirit of Einhasad or Awakened Spirit of Gran Kain, depending on your chosen path.
   • Ensure your gear is up to par and bring plenty of healing potions and Soulshots/Spiritshots.
5. The Awakening:
   • Upon successful completion of the final trial, return to your starting Grand Master/Elder.
   • They will bestow upon you the power of Awakening, transforming your class and granting you access to a brand new skill tree and a powerful new set of abilities.
   • You will also receive a Scroll of Awakening as a memento.

Transcendence: Beyond Awakening

Transcendence is the next evolutionary step for Awakened characters, pushing their power even further. This system, typically unlocked at a higher level (often Level 99 or 100, depending on server chronicles), allows you to enhance your Awakened skills and gain access to powerful new passive abilities.

Prerequisites:

• Character Level: Level 99 or 100 (verify specific level cap for your server chronicle).
• Awakened Class: Must have completed the Awakening questline.
• Quest Item: You will need a Transcendence Scroll to initiate the process, which can be obtained through various high-level content, such as raid bosses, epic quests, or special events.

The Transcendence Process:

1. Obtaining the Transcendence Scroll:
   • The primary method for acquiring a Transcendence Scroll is through defeating powerful raid bosses in zones like the Seed of Annihilation, Seed of Infinity, or the Dragon Valley.
   • Participating in high-tier instance dungeons such as Antharas' Lair or Valakas' Lair also offers a chance to drop these rare scrolls.
   • Keep an eye on in-game events, as they sometimes offer Transcendence Scrolls as rewards.
2. Initiating Transcendence:
   • Once you possess a Transcendence Scroll and meet the level requirement, travel to Aden Castle Town.
   • Seek out the Transcendent Master NPC, usually located near the Grand Masters.
   • Engage in dialogue and select the option to "Transcend Your Power."
3. Skill Enhancement and New Abilities:
   • Upon successful Transcendence, your Awakened skills will be significantly enhanced, gaining increased potency, reduced cooldowns, or additional effects.
   • You will also unlock a new set of passive skills, often referred to as "Transcendence Skills," which provide substantial boosts to your stats, resistances, or combat mechanics.
   • These skills are often learned automatically or through a new skill tree accessible after Transcendence.
4. Further Transcendence Stages (Optional):
   • Some chronicles introduce multiple stages of Transcendence, requiring additional Transcendence Scrolls and higher character levels for each subsequent stage.
   • Each stage further enhances your abilities and unlocks even more powerful passive skills, making your character a true force to be reckoned with.

Mastering both Awakening and Transcendence is crucial for any serious Lineage II player. The journey is long and challenging, but the rewards—unparalleled power and the ability to conquer the most formidable foes—are well worth the effort. Good luck, and may your path be filled with glory!