Economy & Gold Making

Learn how to make gold and manage your economy in TERA. This beginner's guide covers essential tips for new players to start earning wealth and resources effectively.

Obtaining Wealth

Alright, let's talk about making that sweet gold in TERA. It's not as complicated as it might seem at first, but you'll want to pay attention to a few things.

Quests are Your Best Friend

Honestly, early on, quests are going to be your primary source of income. Every time you complete a quest, you'll get a nice chunk of gold, plus items you can sell or use. Just keep pushing through the main story and side quests you find – they're designed to give you a steady flow of resources.

Selling Unwanted Gear and Items

As you play, you'll pick up a ton of gear and other items. Not all of it will be useful to you, especially as you get better equipment. Don't hoard everything! Head to a merchant and sell off anything you don't need. Check the prices on the Trade Broker sometimes, though – some 'junk' items might be valuable to other players for crafting or other purposes.

Dismantling for Materials

Instead of just selling everything, consider dismantling gear you don't need. This gives you crafting materials. If you plan on doing any crafting yourself (which is a great way to make gold later on!), these materials are invaluable. If not, you can often sell the raw materials on the Trade Broker for more than you'd get for the gear itself.

Dungeons and Drops

Once you start running dungeons, you'll get even more loot. Some of this will be valuable gear you can use or sell. Keep an eye out for rare drops – these can fetch a high price. Even if the gear isn't top-tier, selling it off adds to your gold reserves.

Be Mindful of Your Spending

It's easy to get excited and buy every shiny new piece of gear or upgrade. Try to be a bit more conservative, especially early on. Focus on what you *need*. Repairing your gear costs gold, so don't let it break! But also, don't feel like you have to buy the absolute best of everything the moment it becomes available. Save up for those big purchases.

Stick with these basics, and you'll find your gold pouch growing steadily. Don't get discouraged if you're not swimming in gold right away – it takes time and consistent effort!