> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://eldenro.gitbook.io/wiki/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://eldenro.gitbook.io/wiki/character-progression/progression-overview.md). # Progression Overview
Adventurers following the path toward EldenRO's advanced progression systems.
*EldenRO progression changes as your character moves beyond ordinary growth.* Character progression is divided into three main stages: traditional **Base and Job EXP**, **Bonfire Levels**, and **Soul Levels**. The transition points are **Base Level 200** and **Base Level 255**. {% hint style="info" %} The current maximum Base Level is **713**. At that point, Elden Level reaches **458**. {% endhint %} *** ## Progression at a Glance | Base Level | Stage | Main Progression | | ----------- | -------------------- | ----------------------------- | | **1–199** | Traditional Leveling | Base and Job EXP | | **200** | Bonfire Transition | `Level up` becomes available | | **201–255** | Bonfire Levels | Zeny through `Level up` | | **256–713** | Soul Levels | Zeny + Rune Point progression | *** ## Stage 1 — Leveling 1–200 Traditional progression uses normal Ragnarok Online Base and Job EXP. Current monster EXP rates are: | EXP Type | Rate | | ------------ | ----: | | **Base EXP** | 3000x | | **Job EXP** | 3000x | During this stage, characters develop their: * Base Level. * Job Level. * Job skills. * Traditional stats. * Equipment. At **Base Level 200**, the Bonfire's custom progression services become available. *** ## Stage 2 — Bonfire Levels 200–255 From Base Level 200, select: > `Level up` at a Bonfire to purchase additional Base Levels using Zeny. Each target level has its own increasing cost, and multi-level purchases cost the exact sum of all requested levels. The complete cost from Base Level 200 to 255 is: > **23,549,339 Zeny** Base Level 255 is the boundary before Soul progression begins. {% hint style="warning" %} Base Level 255 still has: **Elden Level 0** The first Rune Point becomes available only after advancing to Base Level 256. {% endhint %} *** ## Stage 3 — Soul Levels 256–713 Base Level 256 begins **Soul Level** progression. Traditional Base EXP is configured as **0 from level 256 onward**, so advanced levels continue through the Bonfire's `Level up` service. The relationship is: > **Elden Level = Base Level − 255** Examples: | Base Level | Elden Level | | ---------: | ----------: | | **256** | 1 | | **300** | 45 | | **400** | 145 | | **500** | 245 | | **600** | 345 | | **700** | 445 | | **713** | 458 | The complete cost from Base Level 255 to 713 is: > **1,659,371,785 Zeny** *** ## Advanced Progression Cost Combining both Zeny-based stages: | Progression | Total Zeny | | ------------- | ----------------: | | **200 → 255** | 23,549,339 | | **255 → 713** | 1,659,371,785 | | **200 → 713** | **1,682,921,124** | These values follow the current Bonfire level-cost formula. *** ## Rune Points Every Base Level beyond 255 increases Elden Level by one. That advanced progression can be invested through: > `Channel Grace` The seven Rune attributes are: | Rune | Effect per Rank | | --------------------- | ------------------------- | | **Vitality Rune** | +150 Max HP | | **Mind Rune** | +30 Max SP | | **Strength Rune** | +2 ATK | | **Intelligence Rune** | +2 MATK | | **Endurance Rune** | +20 Weight Limit | | **Grace Rune** | +0.10% Neutral Resistance | | **Discovery Rune** | +0.05% Drop Power | Use: > `View Rune Status` to review Elden Level and Rune progression. *** ## Bonfires and Progression Bonfires connect several progression systems in one place. They provide: * `Level up` * `Channel Grace` * `View Rune Status` * Fast Travel * Site of Grace recovery * Flask management and upgrades The progression options are available from Base Level 200, although Rune Points do not exist until the character advances beyond Base Level 255. *** ## Progression Milestones | Milestone | Meaning | | ------------------ | ------------------------------------- | | **Base Level 200** | Bonfire progression becomes available | | **Base Level 255** | Final level before Elden Level begins | | **Base Level 256** | Elden Level 1 and first Rune Point | | **Base Level 713** | Current maximum; Elden Level 458 | *** ## Quick Guide 1. Progress normally until Base Level 200. 2. Use Bonfire `Level up` to advance toward 255. 3. Continue using `Level up` beyond 255. 4. At Base Level 256, begin Rune Point progression. 5. Use `Channel Grace` to develop Rune attributes. 6. Continue until the current maximum Base Level 713. *** ## Related Guides
Leveling 1–200Learn how traditional Base and Job EXP progression works.
Bonfire Levels 200–255Review Zeny-based progression before Soul Levels.
Soul Levels 256–713Learn how Elden Level and Rune Points work beyond Base Level 255.
BonfiresReview progression, recovery, travel and Flask services.
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