Monk

Monk

Summary: Monks dedicate themselves to intense physical and mental training, constantly refining their skills and discipline. By combining martial arts with spiritual power, they strike down evil with powerful close-range attacks.

Monk
Job Type:	Second Class
Job Level:	50
Race:	Human
Changes At:	Prontera
Skills:	15
Skill Points:	49
Quest Skills:	2
Job Bonuses
STR + 8 AGI + 7 VIT + 6 INT + 2 DEX + 4 LUK + 3

Overview

Monks believe that true faith is strengthened through both the mind and the body. Through rigorous training, discipline, and determination, they strive to achieve spiritual and physical perfection. Their dedication and strength have earned them both respect and admiration throughout the land.

Combining martial arts with spiritual power, Monks unleash a variety of devastating techniques against their enemies. From swift combo attacks to crushing finishing blows, they overwhelm foes with precise strikes and immense force. Among their many abilities, Guillotine Fist is especially renowned for the tremendous power it delivers in a single attack.

Most Monks focus on offensive combat, maximizing their damage through skills such as Occult Impaction and various Combo techniques. Their powerful close-range abilities and flexible fighting style allow them to adapt to many different challenges.

After reaching Base Level 99 and Job Level 50, Monks can transcend and begin a new journey through a stronger High-class path. By advancing through the transcendent route and reaching Second Class once again, they can evolve into [Champion].

Job Changing

1. Visit Monk Abbey and speak with the Guarding Monk (prt_monk 59/247)Copied, then enter the warp at Monastery (prt_monk 245/106)Copied and talk to Sensei Moohae (monk_in 99/58)Copied. If you meet the requirements, he will assign you the first trial.

   Tip

   Alternatively, you can reach the Monk Abbey through the Prontera Church. Enter the room on the right and speak with Priest Praupin (prt_church 179/15).Copied Select "What should I do?" followed by "Go to the convent" to be transported directly to the Monk Abbey.

2. Sensei Moohae will assign one of several item collection tasks.

   Set 1Set 2Set 3Set 4Set 5Set 6Set 7

   Item	Amount
   Cyfar	5
   White Herb	10
   Yellow Herb	10

   Item	Amount
   Solid Shell	5
   Shell	20
   Zargon	5

   Item	Amount
   Porcupine Quill	5
   Cobweb	20
   Bug Leg	10

   Item	Amount
   Sticky Mucus	5
   Earthworm Peeling	10
   Green Herb	20

   Item	Amount
   Tooth of Bat	10
   Bear's Footskin	5
   Poison Spore	20

   Item	Amount
   Stem	30
   Jellopy	5
   Worm Peeling	10

   Item	Amount
   Yoyo Tail	20
   Iron Ore	5
   Blue Herb	3

3. Return to Sensei Moohae (monk_in 99/58)Copied after gathering the required items. He will direct you to Touha (prt_monk 251/255)Copied.

4. Touha will have you memorize one of the following item sets:

   Memory Trial

   I seek the path
   of enlightenment.
   We monks
   shall hold true
   to what we believe
   and will help protect others
   through the teachings
   we learn through our lives.
   In nomine Patris, et Filii
   et Spiritus Sancti.
   

   I commit myself to
   veritas and aequitas.
   I will follow my path
   to enlightenment and purity.
   I will protect my
   brothers with my life.
   Evil shall never be
   victorious while I breathe.
   In nomine Patris, et Filii
   et Spiritus Sancti.
   

   And shepherds we shall be,
   for thee my lord for thee.
   Power hath descended forth
   from the hand
   so our feet may swiftly carry
   out thy command. And we shall
   flow a river forth to thee and
   teeming with souls shall it ever be
   In nomine Patris, et Filii
   et Spiritus Sancti.
   

5. Speak with Boohae (prt_monk 57/179)Copied to choose between the Marathon and Mushroom Collection tests. The Mushroom Collection test is generally recommended, as the Marathon test may require Agility Increase or Concentration Potions to complete comfortably. If needed, you can return to Boohae later to switch to the other test.

   
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   Left: The Marathon course used in step 6a, including the hidden pitfalls.
   Right: The Invisible Maze used in step 7. One of three possible maze layouts will be selected at random.

   6a. Marathon Test

   This test is lengthy and generally not recommended unless you do not have access to Agility Increase or Concentration Potions.

   • If you choose the Marathon test, speak with the Door Keeper (prt_monk 199/169).Copied Enter the building and talk to Bashu (monk_test 329/61),Copied then select "Marathon" to be transported to the testing area.

   Tip

   The following coordinates can be pasted into the in-game chat to reveal the path to the next portal:
   - (monk_test 166/278)Copied

   - (monk_test 166/178)Copied

   - (monk_test 270/278)Copied

   • Complete 10 laps around the course without falling into the pits. Each time you pass through the end portal, one lap is counted. The course forms a large ring with several hidden pitfalls scattered throughout the route. Lowering the camera angle (Ctrl + Shift + Mouse Wheel Up) can make the pits easier to spot from a distance.
   • Disconnecting during the test will return you to your save point. Once all 10 laps have been completed, you will automatically be warped out of the testing area. The Marathon test takes approximately 30 minutes to finish with Agility Increase.
   • Continue to Step 7.
   6b. Mushroom Collection

   • If you choose the Mushroom Collection Trial, talk to Hyunmoo (prt_monk 225/180).Copied Your objective is to collect 30 Gooey Mushrooms or 30 Orange Gooey Mushrooms. The NPC will not inform you that you have gathered enough until you have collected 30 of either type.
   • During the test, you will encounter Thief Bugs that can steal your mushrooms and call nearby Thief Bugs for assistance when attacked. However, they are relatively weak for characters at this stage of the quest.
   • Mushrooms obtained during the Thief Job Change Quest may also be used. While it is possible to have a prospective Thief gather the mushrooms beforehand, an Acolyte with high Agility and buffs can generally complete this test more quickly. Since attacks deal only 1 damage regardless of weapon, completing the test bare-handed is recommended for maximum ASPD.

7. Speak with Tomoon (monk_test 319/139).Copied Tomoon will then send you into an Invisible Maze.
During this test, Zombies and Mummies will spawn throughout the maze. While they should not pose much of a threat, the narrow pathways leave little room to maneuver around them.
You can determine whether a cell is passable by hovering your cursor over it. Walkable cells will display the usual green movement marker, while blocked cells will not. In general, try to follow a straight path from the entrance toward the exit. When multiple routes are available, choose the one closer to the center. Disconnecting during this test will return you to your save point.

8. After completing the maze, speak with Tomoon (monk_test 319/139)Copied once more and drink the Green Potion he provides. Return to Sensei Moohae (monk_in 99/58)Copied and complete the Final Oath to become a Monk.

9. Once Sensei Moohae has finished his speech, you will officially become a Monk.

Class Data

Skills

Skill	Description	Max Level	Type
Iron Fists	Increases damage with Bare Hands and Knuckle class weapons.	10	Passive
Spiritual Sphere Absorption	Absorbs certain ammount of SP from a Spirit Sphere.	1	Supportive
Fury	Temporarily increases caster's Critical rate.	5	Supportive
Summon Spirit Sphere	Summons a Spirit Spheres, which can be used to amplify different skill.	5	Supportive
Occult Impaction	Attacks an enemy with a massive psychic impact that will inflict more damage when the enemy has high DEF.	5	Physical Melee
Throw Spirit Sphere	Attacks a distant enemy by firing a Spirit Sphere.	5	Physical Ranged
Guillotine Fist	Only usable during Fury status, inflicts devastating damage by constuming the caster's remaining SP.	5	Physical Melee
Flee	Increases FLEE rate.	5	Passive
Root	Immobilizes both the caster and an enemy.	5	Supportive
Spiritual Cadence	Restores additional HP and SP every 10 seconds while sitting.	5	Passive
Snap	Instantly teleport to a targeted spot if there are no obstacles between the caster and the destination.	1	Supportive
Raging Trifecta Blow	Enables a chance of automatically delivering a triple attack in battle.	10	Passive
Raging Quadruple Blow	Only usable during Raging Trifecta Blow delay.	5	Physical Melee
Raging Thrust	Only usable during Raging QUadruple Blow delay.	5	Physical Melee
Mental Strength	The caster recieves damage reduction while decreasing Movement and Attack Speed.	5	Supportive

Quest Skills

Skill	Description	Levels	Type	Job Level Requirement	Quest
Spiritual Bestowment	Transfers one Spirit Sphere to a targeted party member.	1	Supportive	40	Yes
Excruciating Palm	Strikes an enemy with the palm to inflict 600% damage and push away enemies near the target by 2 cells with a 70% chance of causing Stun status on them.	1	Physical Melee	40	Yes

Job Bonuses

ASPD

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