I've only been playing this server for a few days. I was curious as to why the exp is so low? I see it says 3.2x but it's so slow lvling. Like I'm only lvl 32 so far and it's just grind, grind, grind. I get that the nostalgic part is to grind and the regular MS doesn't offer this amount normally but I was expecting a PS to well, be more fun. Super, super bummed that there are no exp coupons in cash shop. Just saw it on another forum they don't work on this server. Will the minimum exp ever be raised? I love the nostalgic feel but I am not loving the daily grind. I'm not asking for instant lvls every kill but I'd love more than -1% on a kill. I'd hate to find another server after donating $50 with plans on donating more.
The overarching goal of this server is the nostalgia factor. (Un)fortunately, that includes the grind that was so prevalent in classic MS. There are plenty of servers out there that flaunt 8x or higher (including the occasional ridiculous one like 200x). As such, this server might not be the best fit if you're looking for something more fast-paced. I don't foresee the rate ever being raised, but a GM could likely shed some light with more certainty than I. As for the 2x EXP in cash shop - the server adheres to avoid any semblance of pay2win, which is what destroyed vanilla Maplestory. Even something as innocuous as one of those +1 all stat rings from the shop would be too much.
The EXP rate will not be raised, and will never be raised in order to ensure fairness for players who have been with us for the past 4 years, who have dedicated their time and effort to train their characters to where they are today. 2X coupons were not implemented because it would be easily obtainable. Why? NX is free so long you vote everyday. If we make 2X coupon only obtainable via donation, then there comes the Pay2Win factor, which is not what we want.
Do you do events for double exp at least? I'm all for no pay2win. I was just double checking for the exp cards.
I honestly have no idea what are you talking about. I find the exp here to be very, very fast, especially on early levels. I still remember how annoying the original GMS rates were - getting to lvl 70 took everything you got unless you abused the 2x smug at OPQ and flew through 5x-6x fast af for these days. But even with that, it still felt like some huge achievement. Here, I can get to 70 in a week or so with not much effort and mostly chilling play style. With hardcore grinding and/or good funds it is even less than a week. Even on middle/lower levels they are not that slow to say the least. I have bought 2 hours of leech like 2 days ago and went from 81 to 88 with my outlaw in these 2 hours. That's the reason I never buy leech expect this one time with the 2x coupon - it is a little bit OP for me. Overall, the exp rate here is just right. Not too fast in general and at the same time, not too slow like original GMS.
Some things to consider if the EXP rate feels slow: 1. Maybe you are training in bad spots for your level. 2. Maybe your gear is not good or for some reason your character is weak. 3. Maybe you reached a point where progression slows down. 60-80 was very slow for me as a Page. 4. Maybe your class is just slow at levelling. Some classes are better at single-target damage and I remember Cleric being kinda hard to level outside of PQs. 5. Try taking a break or listening to music while grinding, it can feel tedious at times. 6. Try training with other people, can make it faster and also feels more fun. 7. If all else fails, you can always pay for leech to speed things up.
