Frequently Asked Questions

General F.A.Q.

Q: What is Ragnarok Online?

Ragnarok Online (RO) is a Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game (MMORPG). See the Introduction to Ragnarok Online for details.

Q: Is Fatesend an official server?

No. Fatesend is a privately hosted server without any affiliation to Gravity or related companies.

Q: Where can I get the game?

Everything needed to play the game is available on the Download Fatesend Homepage

Q: How can I sign up?

First Register a Master Account on the homepage. After doing so login and create a Game Accounting. This one is the one you use to login in the client, while the first one is only for the homepage. Also see: Account Creation

Q: Is there a monthly fee?

No. There is no subscription, premium, donation or any other cash related option on Fatesend.

Q: Is there a Discord Server?

Yes, Discord

In-Game F.A.Q.

Q: What are the server rates on Fatesend?

Fatesend features the following base rates

• 5x Base EXP
• 5x Job EXP
• 5x Drop Chance for non Boss mobs
• 3x Drop Change for Boss mobs

Q: Do all classes play as on official servers on Fatesend or are their changes?

There are extensive class adjustments done on Fatesend. The aim is mostly to improve the quality of certain builds especially with regards to solo play. You can either check out the class pages on the Wiki for details or see the Class Changes section on the homepage.

Q: How do I make a character?

Simply select an empty box (you are given 90) and click on the Make button.

Q: What stats should I put for my starting character?

Stats vary based on which job you intend to become. Individual class pages, as well as other fansite resources are good tools to use when planning a character's build (their stats and skills).

Q: How do I move and attack?

See Basic Game Control for details.

Q: My Novice's Job Level has stopped at level 10, why is that?

At this point in the game, basic training is complete. Novices can become one of many classes that are available in the game. See: Classes

Q: What class is the best?

Each class is different in its own way. Some are more useful in PVM while others are used more for PVP and WoE. Some are useful in almost all situations; these are generally the most popular classes.

Q: I'm level xx, where should I level?

There are no generally "good" areas to level. However, politely asking an experienced player is a good starting point. Leveling areas are dependent on class, skills, stats, and gear. For information for some classes and builds, see Leveling Spots.

Q: Why did a monster attack me even though I didn't attack it?

That is an aggressive monster and will attack even when unprovoked. There are many types of monsters. See Monsters for more detail.

Q: How do I make a guild?

See Guild System for details.

Q: What is a Game Master and how do I tell who one is?

See Game Master for details.

Q: Can I get a Stat or Skill Reset?

Yes, there is a Reset NPC in Prontera at TODO. Depending on your current level he will charge some Zeny to do so.

Q: Can I change my character's name without remaking it?

Currently no.

Q: Can I change my character's gender?

Gender is determined when you make a new character. It is possible to have male and female characters on the same account.

Q: Can I move characters between my accounts?

No. But with 90 Slots on 1 account and single client only there is limited reason to have multiple accounts.

If there are terms you do not understand, please check the Glossary.

Etiquette & Rules

Q: I see characters that move by themselves without responding. What are they, and what should I do?

There is a possibility that this is a bot; a program used by players to automate leveling or other activities. Note that sometimes these people are simply busy or are not in a state to talk. If you suspect a bot, send a support ticket to the GMs on Discord

Q: How should I deal with annoying players?

First of all, there is the /notalkmsg command to completely block off all public chat from being written in your chat box. If he is sending private messages, you can block him with the /ex <character name> command. The best solution for trolls is to simply ignore them.

Q: Someone is persistently asking for money/items. How should I respond?

Refuse politely at first, but if the problem escalates you can report them. There is the /notrade command to automatically refuse deals, if they are constantly requesting for deals.

Q: What is the best way to attract people's attention?

Give greetings, and talk to them politely. Respect other people's needs to do other activities. For requesting heals or buffs, ask once or twice. There are many reasons people do not respond. In general, be nice and avoid being demanding. As with all etiquette online, avoid talking in all caps, swearing, or demanding.

Troubleshooting F.A.Q.

Q: Why do I get "Failed to get 'xxx.rgz' or 'xxx.gpf'" when patching?

This is either caused by a busy patch server or a previously failed patch. Wait a few minutes and then try again. Worst case try a full redownload of the client from the homepage.

Q: Why do I experience lag when playing?

A good connection between client and server depends on the internet service provider (ISP). With a good ISP, lag is minimal. Sometimes, it is the server that is bogged down. In this case, others will experience the lag as well. Frequently, lag problems are caused by problems with servers between the user and the Ragnarok Online server. Use of programs such as Tracert can help in determining what the source of the lag is. With some combinations of hardware and ISP, heavy uploads from other users on the connection will cause unacceptable lag - this would show up on a Tracert as high ping times at the first or second hop. In this case, performance can be improved by ensuring that nobody using the connection is using any peer-to-peer file sharing programs. Another possible cause of lag is the user's computer - this can be due to insufficient hardware for acceptable performance, other programs running in the background, or malware problems. In these cases performance can be improved by closing any other open programs, ensuring the computer is free of any malware, and playing with some of the graphics options (lightmap, fog, effects) disabled.

Q: My character is stuck. How do I become unstuck?

If your character loads completely, and you are stuck in a location you cannot move from, using a Fly Wing or Butterfly Wing will fix the problem. Depending on the location, if you are a Taekwon class, using Leap will also work. Occasionally a character will become bugged and will not load completely (ex, items are not shown). Relogging will sometimes fix the problem, as will restarting and/or waiting several minutes. If the problem persists, re-install the program and re-patch. If that fails, contact a GM through Discord.

Q: What is a Time Gap Error?

It is an error caused by packet loss or extreme network latency (lag). It can sometimes be caused by incorrect network or BIOS settings, but most often is is simply a result of lag. It often occurs in the event of a prolonged "lag spike".

Q: What does the "cannot init D3D or GRF file has a problem!" error mean?

It is an error dealing with graphics. Run the RO setup program, and verify that a graphics mode has been selected in the first option box. If there are no options available, compatible graphics drivers are not installed. Please verify that hardware requirements are fulfilled and drivers are up-to-date. Also, please be sure to have the latest version of DirectX installed. Running Windows in 16-bit color mode may also solve this problem.

Q: Help! I keep getting a "Failed to connect to server." message!

This problem is usually caused by a faulty connection between client and game server. First, make sure the internet is accessible, and that any software firewalls are configured to allow RO to access the internet. If the problem persists, the server may be down, or there may be problems with a server between the user and the Ragnarok Online server. Try again later and check the server status on the homepage or in Discord. As a last resort, contact a GM onm Discord.

External Links

• Ragnarok Online at Wikipedia