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Your First Hour
Age of Ymir Your First Hour
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Your First Hour

Congratulations on creating your character! This guide will help you make the most of your first hour in Age of Ymir. Learn about essential systems, important NPCs, and key activities to kickstart your adventure. Your first hour is crucial for understanding the game's mechanics and setting up your character for success. Follow this guide to ensure you don't miss any important early game opportunities!
Essential systems & NPCsEarly game opportunities

Your First Hour

✧ Just Created Your Character?: If you selected "Wake up from a Dream", you'll start in Mom's house with the tutorial.
✧ Tutorial Benefits: Complete Mom's tutorial to learn game mechanics, get early equipment, and meet important NPCs.
✧ Skipped Tutorial?: You can still access all systems, but you'll need to find NPCs manually. Use commands like @main to warp to important locations.

Immediate Priorities

✧ First Hour Checklist

During your first hour, focus on these key activities:

PriorityActionDescription
1Complete the TutorialIf you chose "Wake up from a Dream", follow Mom's guidance
2Meet ShortyYour guide NPC who provides buffs and information
3Advance Your ClassVisit the Job Master to become your chosen class
4Join the Eden GroupAccess quests and rewards for new players
5Learn Essential CommandsMaster important commands for convenience
6Claim First Aid BoxesReceive rewards every 5 levels
7Try Your First InstanceExperience Poring Village for Festival Coins

Meet Shorty: Your Guide

✧ Shorty (AoY Guide): Shorty is your companion up to level 71, providing essential guidance, buffs, and information.
✧ Location: If you completed the tutorial, you'll meet Shorty as a Shadow Figure at the south exit portal.
✧ Summon Shorty: Use the AoY Scroll AoY Scroll or Help Me Shorty Help Me Shorty (opens in a new tab) item to summon Shorty anytime.

AoY Guide (Shorty)

Shorty's Features

FeatureDescription
10-Minute BuffsGet Increased Agility, Blessing, Assumptio, and more
GuidanceLearn about stats, skills, navigation, and game mechanics
WarpsQuick access to important NPCs and locations
TipsValuable information about Age of Ymir's systems

✧ Important Notice

Shorty will permanently depart after reaching level 71 or upon completing the Beginner Costume Quest at level 31. Make sure to utilize Shorty's services while you can!

Advance Your Class

✧ Job Master: Visit the Job Master in the Main Office to advance to your chosen class.
✧ Rewards: Receive Beginner Mark [1] Beginner Mark [1] (opens in a new tab) (+1% EXP and Item Drop Rate) and Ring of Experience Ring of Experience (opens in a new tab) (+1% EXP from Brute monsters).
✧ Command: Use @main to warp directly to the Main Office.

Job Master

Class Advancement Tips

TipDetails
No Turning BackOnce you advance to your first class, you cannot return to Novice
Choose WiselyIf you completed the tutorial, you've already tried different classes with training weapons
EquipmentEquip your Beginner Mark and Ring of Experience for bonus EXP
Upper Second ClassesAt level 80, you can advance directly to Upper Second Classes (no rebirth system)

Join the Eden Group

✧ Eden Group: Join the Eden Group to access quests, equipment, and valuable rewards for new players.
✧ Location: Visit the Eden Group Headquarters via an Eden Teleport Officer or use @goeden.
✧ Talk to: Secretary Lime Evenor (moc_para01 27, 35) to register and receive starter items.

Eden Secretary Evenor

Eden Group Starter Rewards

✧ Starter Package

Upon joining the Eden Group, you'll receive these valuable starter items:

ItemQuantityDescription
Lv 10 Blessing ScrollLv 10 Blessing Scroll15xProvides Blessing buff (ATK +10%)
Lv 10 Increase Agility ScrollLv 10 Increase Agility Scroll15xProvides Increase Agility buff (AGI +10)
Yellow Butterfly WingYellow Butterfly Wing5xTeleportation item for quick travel
Eden Group MarkEden Group Mark1xAccess item for Eden Group services and quests

Essential Commands

Master these commands early to make your gameplay smoother:

✧ Essential Commands

Master these commands early to make your gameplay smoother:

CommandFunctionCategory
@mainWarp to the Main Office (hub of Age of Ymir)Navigation
@goedenWarp to Eden Group HeadquartersNavigation
@arealootToggle automatic item pickup (sends items directly to inventory)Utility
@commandsView all available commandsUtility
/sit or InsertSit down (doubles HP & SP regeneration)Action
/ncToggle auto-attack on/offCombat
F12Toggle hotkey bar visibility (press multiple times for more rows)Interface
ALT+FSwitch to alternate hotkey barInterface
ALT+EOpen inventoryInterface
ALT+AOpen status window (for stat points)Interface
ALT+SOpen skills window (for skill points)Interface
✧ Pro Tips:
  • Always use @arealoot: Saves time by automatically picking up items
  • Sit when idle: Doubles your regeneration rate
  • Hotkeys are essential: Bind potions, skills, and items to your hotkey bars
  • Learn shortcuts: Press ESC → BM/Shortcut Settings to customize your controls

First Aid Boxes

The First Aid Box First Aid Box system rewards you every 5 levels from level 5 to 95, providing a total of 19 boxes.

What You'll Receive

Level RangeItemsDescription
Levels 5-30Early Rewards
  • Blue Potions (SP restoration)
  • Freshly Squeezed Milk (healing)
  • Fly Wings (teleportation)
  • Magnifiers (item identification)
  • Concentration Potions (attack speed boost)
Levels 35-95Advanced Rewards
  • Awakening Potions (higher attack speed)
  • Berserk Potions (maximum attack speed)
  • Potion Boxes (20 potions each: Orange, Yellow, White)

Important Notes

  • All items are character-bound (cannot be traded or dropped)
  • Boxes are automatically awarded when you reach the required level
  • Check your inventory regularly to claim your rewards
  • These items are essential for early progression!

Understanding Stats & Skills

Stat Points

StatFull NameEffects
STRStrengthIncreases physical attack power
AGIAgilityIncreases attack speed and flee rate
VITVitalityIncreases HP and defense
INTIntelligenceIncreases SP and magic attack
DEXDexterityIncreases accuracy and reduces casting time
LUKLuckIncreases critical rate and perfect dodge

✧ How to Add Stats

Press ALT+A to open the Status Window, then click the arrows next to each stat.

Skill Points

AspectDetails
Job PointsEarned by gaining job levels
AllocationPress ALT+S to open the Skills Window
PlanningResearch your class build before spending points
ResetsAvailable through certain NPCs if you need to respec

✧ Tip: Don't rush to spend all your points immediately. Take time to understand your class and plan your build!

Your First Instance: Poring Village

After completing the tutorial and advancing your class, try your first instance!

Poring Village

Poring Village Instance

Quest Icon
This instance can be repeated.
This instance has a 30 minutes cooldown period.

Important Locations

LocationFeaturesAccess
Main Office
  • Job Master - Advance your class
  • Various NPCs - Shops, services, and quests
  • Warper - Access to many locations
  • Storage - Store your items safely
@main
Eden Group Headquarters
  • Quests - Leveling and equipment quests
  • Rewards - Valuable items for progression
  • Services - Various NPCs for your needs
@goeden
Mom's House
  • Location: Fashionsta Village in Aurelia
  • Return for nostalgia or to help other new players
Warper → Special Areas → Home, or AoY Scroll

Early Progression Tips

CategoryTips
Leveling Strategy
  1. Complete Tutorial: Get early equipment and learn mechanics
  2. Use Buffs: Shorty's buffs and scrolls from Eden Group help significantly
  3. Equip EXP Items: Beginner Mark and Ring of Experience boost your EXP gain
  4. Try Instances: Poring Village is great for early leveling
  5. Join Parties: Group play is often faster and more fun
Equipment Tips
  • Novice Equipment: Use the equipment from Mom's tutorial
  • Eden Group Quests: Complete equipment quests for better gear
  • First Aid Boxes: Use potions and items from your level rewards
  • Don't Rush: Focus on understanding mechanics before min-maxing
Resource Management
  • Zeny: Save early game zeny for essential items
  • Potions: Use First Aid Box potions efficiently
  • Storage: Use Kafra storage to keep items organized
  • Inventory: Keep your inventory clean - sell or store unused items

What to Avoid

CategoryWhat to Avoid
Common Mistakes
  • Don't Skip the Tutorial: Even experienced players benefit from it
  • Don't Rush Class Selection: Try different training weapons first
  • Don't Ignore Shorty: Use Shorty's services while available (up to level 71)
  • Don't Waste Stat Points: Plan your build before spending
  • Don't Skip First Aid Boxes: Claim them every 5 levels
Important Warnings
  • Shorty Departs: Shorty leaves permanently at level 71 or after the Beginner Costume Quest
  • No Rebirth System: Plan your build - there's no rebirth in Age of Ymir
  • Class Choice is Final: Once you advance, you can't go back to Novice
  • Character-Bound Items: First Aid Box items cannot be traded

What's Next?

StepActionDescription
1Level UpContinue leveling and exploring the world
2Complete QuestsEden Group quests provide great rewards
3Explore InstancesTry different instances for variety
4Join a GuildFind a community to play with
5Learn Your ClassMaster your class's skills and abilities

Recommended Reading

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