[BETA] The Seed Project

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RISING FROM THE ASHES OF THE GOLDEN AGE,
TO BRING IT BACK!

Welcome Back!
It is my pleasure to present to you the open beta of the "THE SEED" project.


For the past eight months, I have been working side by side with another person, dedicating ourselves with passion to bringing back the authentic emotions of Metin
reimagined in a modern way and tailored for today's players.
At the beginning, we were surrounded by many questions, doubts, and uncertainties about how the project would turn out.
But there was one thing we knew for sure:
We wanted to eliminate all those boring and frustrating mechanics that slow down the fun of the game, while at the same time preserving its original style and lore.

BETA GOAL AND DURATION:

The Open Beta is designed to test the server with a much larger number of players compared to the Alpha phase, allowing us to gather valuable feedback on gameplay and identify any bugs or errors.
Many people have already participated in the Alpha and helped us improve the game
a huge thank you to all of you!


With the Open Beta, we want to intensify testing and listen to your feedback as we prepare for the grand opening.


Initially, the Beta phase will last for one week.
At the end of this period, we will evaluate whether to extend it for another five days or proceed with the final steps toward the official launch.


The start date is set for 25/03/2025 at 9:27 PM.

Now, I invite you to explore our work and the ideas we have passionately brought to life!

 

The Server's Vision:

Our server does not aim to fit into a specific label such as New Style, Old Style, or Middle School.
Instead, we strive to create something unique an entirely new experience that goes beyond these classifications and sets a new standard for the future of Metin in Italy.


We also aim to build an international community, gathering players and feedback from all over the world.
For this reason, the server will support 9 languages!


However, during the Open Beta phase, the game will be available only in Italian and English.

Key Features:
Max Level: 120
Arise System: 3 Levels
Max Stats: 90

Skills:
Each character has 6 active skills and a set of 5 passive skills.
The skill leveling system has been completely reworked.
Now, skills reach M1 with 17 points.

Skill Upgrade Chests:
From bosses up to level 70: You can obtain the Grandmaster Skill Chest.
From bosses above level 75: You can find the Perfect Master Skill Chest.
From level 90+: The same principle applies to Boost and Counterattack skills.

Inside these chests, you will find a specific item for each skill.
Using it will instantly upgrade the corresponding skill to Grandmaster or Perfect Master grade.

 

Those who upgrade the Leader Skill to Perfect Master will benefit from all its bonuses without the need to be in a group.

 

LYCAN:
Due to logistical issues, he got stuck on the island and won’t be available

The Beta is designed to offer a fast and dynamic experience.

All mobs have been weakened
Rates have been increased

This will allow players to explore the gameplay as quickly as possible.
Thanks to the collected data and feedback, we will fine-tune player progression for the official release.


First Login:

Upon first login, each player will receive a starter pack with everything needed to begin their adventure.

 

Moving between maps will be easy thanks to the Travel Panel, accessible by pressing the TAB key.

Additionally, a wide selection of systems will be accessible through the taskbar in the inventory, by pressing the "X" key, and around the minimap.

 

Gameplay Evolution:

Starting from level 30, players can begin the Biologist's Path, take on Dark Hunting Missions, and complete a daily quest that grants access to the Daily Dungeon.


The Biologist System has been reworked to make quests more dynamic.
Now, only one item is required to complete each mission.


The Biologist has a 50% chance to successfully conduct his research with the delivered item.
The necessary materials for these missions can be obtained by defeating specific bosses, making the experience even more engaging.

The initial objective will be to reach level 50, exploring the Valley of Orcs with your main skills already at Grandmaster level and a level 30 weapon that is well optimized.

For the more ambitious players, it will be possible to go further and craft the level 50 weapon and armor, along with the Tears of Heaven set, preparing themselves for the next phase.

 

Alchemy System:

The Alchemy System has been both simplified and enhanced with the introduction of the Seventh Stone, the Amethyst.


Starting from level 50, players can begin obtaining Ancient Cores, which will contain the first six fragments needed to complete the wheel.
The main goal will be to assemble the Ancient Alchemy as soon as possible to unlock significant enhancements.

Additionally, to obtain the DSS, players will need to equip the final stone, which can be found in the Underwood, a reward for the boldest explorers.

 

This will mark the beginning of a true climb towards level 90, a phase in which players will face increasingly challenging trials.

The Legendary weapons of level 75 are waiting to be claimed, guarded by the Spirit of Death in its tower.
But reaching level 90 won’t be easy.
Players will need to make their way through the dangerous tunnels of the Spider Dungeon and the treacherous caves of Atlantis,
searching for the best equipment pieces, enhanced by Soul Crystals and the coveted +5 Stones.

Ancient Rune System:

From level 75, players will gain access to a new Ancient Rune system.
These runes will grant additional temporary powers, with increasingly powerful bonuses as they accumulate energy.
Each rune will charge using special Arcane Fragments, which can be obtained by exploring a dedicated dungeon.

 

 

Once you reach level 90, a new chapter of your adventure will open.
This will mark the start of acquiring your first PVP Gear.


This set will be essential for survival and facing one of The Seed’s most competitive challenges.
At this point, PvP (Player vs. Player) will become crucial.
Players will have to battle not only against the creatures of the world but also against other player hunting for the same loot.

Acquiring Gear:
On The Seed, the acquisition of equipment follows a precise philosophy:


There are no direct upgrades from previous sets (except for the level 50 gear), nor will they be available in the dungeons.
To acquire them, you’ll need to explore the game world and defeat bosses and minibosses that guard them.
Only the most determined and strategic players will succeed in claiming the most powerful gear and establish themselves in the competitive of the server.

What Awaits Players After Reaching Level 90:
Two maps dedicated exclusively to dropping upgrade materials necessary for the future PvM set.
Two maps designed for those preparing for the PvP Tournament, focused on dropping materials to enhance the Mono gear.
One map dedicated entirely to the drop of Item Enchanting , essential for personalizing and improving your equipment.
One final map, which will feature specialized farming zones, where you can gather the materials to craft the two final talismans (PVP & PVM)

 

The entire bonus system has been carefully rebalanced to ensure a more competitive and engaging experience.
We have removed all options from the 6th and 7th bonus slots that could have negatively impacted PvP, such as Attack Value and Status Bonuses.
However, for those who analyze carefully, our selection of bonuses offers strategic combinations, making gameplay even more intriguing and customizable.

As players approach the endgame, they will have the opportunity to reach Level 120, embarking on an adventure into the mysterious Underwood.

In these dark and perilous lands, they will face formidable bosses to obtain the mighty Zodiac and Cyanite weapons and armor.
The journey will be challenging, but only the strongest and most determined will carve their names into History, earning their place among the Heroes of the Realm.


At this point, it would be easy to say the journey ends here... but what is a Hero without the chance to become a Legend?


For the boldest who reach Level 120, an even greater challenge awaits.


With the Arise System, players will be able to forge a pact with the Dragon Monarch, allowing them to restart their training from Level 75 in exclusive maps designed to push their limits even further.
 

 

Each level will make you stronger, while rewards will become even more powerful, allowing you to dominate your enemies.


The First Grade of Arise will grant you a unique costume set and three new bonuses to enhance your stats.
The Second Grade will reward you with a dedicated PvM set and further increase the bonuses earned during training.
Finally, only the boldest who reach the Third Grade will have the honor of wearing an Elite PvP set, reserved for legendary warriors who have pushed their training to the highest level.

A unique opportunity for those who dare to go beyond their limits.

GAME MECHANICS AND INSIGHTS:

The Seed aims to break the monotony that has started to take over the Italian private server scene, distancing itself from the cookie-cutter servers created with purchased and barely modified server files.
Our goal is to prove that with dedication and effort, it is possible to bring back a truly enjoyable gaming experience.

We have decided to abolish any system that pushes players to rush toward end-game content, instead encouraging them to enjoy the journey.
For this reason, we have removed the dungeon farming routine, which previously forced players to create multiple accounts to endlessly grind materials.
This change promotes healthy competition, where the real challenge lies in cooperation and shared loot hunting during raids.

Dungeon System

Dungeons in The Seed with the exception of Demon Tower and Rune Dungeon have been made optional.
Inside, players can find exclusive costumes for both themselves and their pets, as well as high-end upgrade materials such as Magic Metal and Enhancement Flasks.
Access to these dungeons will be regulated through a special item, the Dungeon Ticket, which can be obtained via special events or as a rare boss drop.

Rarity System

We have also redesigned the rarity system.
Certain items can be epicized through Dark Alchemy.
The success rate is 50%, and the enchantment will randomly transform the item into one of four rarity tiers:

Epic
Legendary
Mystic
Ancient

 

Each rarity grade will grant increasingly powerful bonuses.

Each village will have an NPC who, in exchange for a sum of money, will attempt to infuse the power of the Mystic Feather into items.
If the enhancement fails, players can try again, but only with a new Mystic Feather and an additional payment.
If the enchantment succeeds, the item’s rarity will become permanent, giving true meaning to the rarity system.

 

 

One of our main goals has been to make life easier for players.
For this reason, we have gradually introduced a series of quality-of-life systems.

For Example:
Now, players can open any essential NPC directly from the quick menu, no matter where they are on the map.
Additionally, it is possible to select multiple items from the inventory and sell them all at once, without having to return to the village or interact with an NPC.
 

 

We have also added a manual switch that allows players to easily manage costumes, alchemy, and rare bonuses through a dedicated interface,
along with many other features that we invite you to discover!

 

To further enhance the gaming experience, we have implemented an Auto-Hunt system that allows players to automatically relog in case of disconnection.
This system works exclusively with regular monsters (excluding Bosses and Metin), designed to assist with leveling rather than farming.
Similarly, we have introduced the Brave Cape feature.

Finally, we have introduced an Auto-Queue system that allows players to queue up to five Metins.
We hope these new features make your gameplay even more enjoyable and invite you to try them out, leaving feedback to help us improve.

FINAL CLARIFICATIONS


The Seed features a Battlepass system and an Event Calendar to ensure that players always have alternative content to explore.
However, we also want to bring to life Daily Community Events, where both during the day and night, we organize events for all online players.
Additionally, we will give out daily coupons to redeem in-game for items and temporary bonuses, rewarding the most active players.


I want to emphasize that my collaborator and I have fully financed everything, without external involvement.
No third party has access to the server files or database.
We made this decision to have the freedom to bring our ideas to life, alongside the community's, without answering to anyone.
This is our first server, and we definitely do not want to become a factory of subpar servers like the ones we've seen until now.
We are fully committed to listening to all feedback and resolving any issues that may arise, ensuring the experience is as enjoyable and engaging as possible.

 

The Seed Focuses Strongly on Customization.
During the Beta phase, not all the costumes and aesthetics planned for the official launch will be available, as we focused primarily on gameplay and mechanics adjustments.
However, at the server launch, players will have access to a wide range of customizations:

Costumes of all types,
Weapons, armor, hairstyles,
Pet and mount costumes,
Customizable capes,
Visual effects, and much more.
Our goal is to allow each player to create a character that best reflects their personality.

An essential aspect for us is the management of the item shop, which is often a controversial point that can imbalance the game experience among players.
For this reason, we decided that all items available in the shop will also be obtainable in-game, with the only exception being upgrade materials, equipment pieces, and chests, to preserve their value.
The shop will exclusively offer cosmetic items and tools to improve the quality of life in-game, such as auto-hunting, auto-metin, auto-buff, permanent dews, and other support tools.
 

Anyone Found Breaking the Rules Will Be Banned Without Reservation, With Access Blocked via Both IP and Hardware ID.
At the time of the launch, we will adopt a zero-tolerance policy with no exceptions.


We ask that, out of respect for our work and for other players, you avoid any unfair practices.
Our goal is to offer a fair and enjoyable gaming experience for everyone, without the bad behavior of a few ruining the server.


If you've made it this far, thank you!
We hope that the idea we have for the server has resonated with you and that you'll give us the opportunity to show that Metin can still be FUN in 2025.
I just want to remind you that, since everything is self-produced, we haven't yet hired a graphic designer, and the website is temporary, dedicated solely to the Beta.


That being said, we look forward to seeing you in-game, where my collaborator and I will fully join you for testing!
You can stay updated on all our work through our Discord and follow patches directly in the in-game menu.

 

𝙳𝙸𝚂𝙲𝙾𝚁𝙳 - 𝚂𝙸𝚃𝙾 𝚆𝙴𝙱 - 𝙸𝙽𝚂𝚃𝙰𝙶𝚁𝙰𝙼