Character Creation

New to Lineage II? This guide breaks down character creation basics, movement, camera controls, radar usage, and item collection to get you started on your epic journey.

Alright, so you're diving into the world of Lineage II! The very first thing you'll do is create your character, and while the game doesn't throw a ton of options at you right at the start, it's still important to know what you're getting into. After you've picked your race and class, you'll get a handy item called the Tutorial Guide. Think of it as your first quest companion – it’s automatically placed in your F12 hotkey slot and is packed with essential info for new players.

This guide covers the absolute basics you need to know to get around and interact with the world. We're talking movement, how to look around, using your radar, and picking up all that sweet Adena and items. Let's break it down so you're not fumbling around when you first log in.

Book Contents

• 1. Movement: How to get your character from point A to point B.
• 2. Point of View: Changing your camera angle to see more of the world.
• 3. Mouse Button and Wheel Functions: Mastering your mouse for control and zoom.
• 4. Radar: Using the mini-map to navigate and track targets.
• 5. Adena and Items: How to collect your loot after a fight.
• 6. Quest Items: Understanding special items you'll find on your adventures.

Movement

Getting around in Lineage II is super simple. Just point your mouse cursor at where you want to go on the ground, and give it a left-click. Your character will automatically walk over to that spot. Easy peasy!

Point of View

Sometimes you need to see what's around you, right? To change your character's viewpoint, just hold down the right mouse button and drag your mouse. This lets you look around freely, which is super handy when you're exploring or trying to spot enemies before they spot you.

Pro Tip: If you want to snap back to the default view (where your character is facing), just click the right mouse button again. And for zooming in and out, you can use the Page Up and Page Down keys on your keyboard.

Mouse Button and Wheel Functions

Your mouse wheel is more than just for scrolling! Rolling it down zooms your camera in, and rolling it up zooms it out. Just a heads-up, there's a limit to how close or far you can zoom.

Now, here's a neat trick: clicking the mouse wheel button itself changes your camera perspective so you're looking directly in front of your character. Click it again, and it goes back to the normal view. This is a lifesaver if you're trying to keep track of your party members or if a monster is breathing down your neck!

Remember, you can also use Page Up and Page Down for zooming if that feels more natural.

Radar

The radar, usually in the top right corner of your screen, is your best friend for navigation. That little purple dot you see? That's your current target. The 'N' on the radar always points North, and the radar itself will spin as you turn, keeping the direction you're facing at the top.

Don't forget to check out the options button on the radar! You can customize it to show things like monster locations, party member positions, or even hide your own position if you're feeling sneaky.

Adena and Items

After you defeat a monster, it'll drop Adena (that's the game's currency) and other items. You'll see your cursor change into a hand icon when you hover over them, letting you know you can pick them up with a simple click. All your loot will be automatically added to your Inventory Window, which you can open by pressing Tab or ALT+V.

Quest Items

As you progress, you'll find special items related to quests. The Tutorial Guide will explain these as you encounter them, so just keep an eye on your inventory and quest log!