Lineage 2 Interlude, released in 2005, remains the most beloved and widely played chronicle on private servers worldwide. It introduced the Olympiad competitive PvP system, completed the roster of third-class transfers, and solidified the endgame loop that defined Lineage 2 for a generation. Today, hundreds of active private servers run Interlude, and its community shows no signs of slowing down.
Key Features of Interlude
- ▸Olympiad System — monthly competitive PvP tournaments awarding Heroic Status and Hero weapons
- ▸Third Class Transfers — full roster of 36 final classes including Dominator, Doomcryer, and Maestro
- ▸Seven Signs — a bi-weekly server-wide event where two factions compete for control of catacombs
- ▸Tower of Insolence — multi-floor dungeon with progressive mob difficulty and rare drops
- ▸Four Sepulchers — competitive instance dungeon for B/A-grade crafting components
- ▸Expanded crafting system with new B/A-grade weapon and armor recipes
- ▸Epic Jewelry from world bosses: Queen Ant, Core, Orfen, Zaken, Baium, Antharas, Valakas
Recommended Classes for Beginners
| Class | Role | Difficulty | Strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elven Elder | Healer/Buffer | Easy | Always in demand, essential for any party |
| Phoenix Knight | Tank | Easy–Medium | Tanky, easy to gear, useful in every party |
| Silver Ranger | Archer DPS | Medium | Strong solo farming, no shot cost, safe range |
| Spellhowler | Mage DPS | Medium | High burst, excellent AoE party farming |
| Bladedancer | Buffer/DPS | Medium | Unique dance buffs, flexible role in party |
| Hierophant | Buffer | Easy | Best buffer in game, game-changing party buffs |
Healers and buffers are always welcome in parties. Playing Bishop or Elven Elder means zero waiting for groups — parties will find you.
Leveling Guide: 1 to 75+
Levels 1–20: Starting Zones
Each race starts in its own village: Humans in Talking Island, Elves in Elven Village, Dark Elves in Dark Elven Village, Orcs in Orc Village, Dwarves in Dwarven Village. Complete starter quests, kill nearby mobs, and reach level 20 to unlock your first class transfer.
Levels 20–40: Mid-Range Zones
After your first transfer, move to Wasteland, Execution Grounds, and Abandoned Camp (20–30). At 30–40, grind Ant Nest, lower Cruma Tower, and Ivory Tower Crater. Reach level 40 for your second class transfer — a major power spike.
Levels 40–60: C-grade and B-grade Zones
Blazing Swamp (40–52) is the definitive mid-game zone. Oran Tempest (52–56), lower Antharas Lair (53–58), and Forge of Gods follow. At 58–61 get your third class transfer — this changes your character entirely. Tower of Insolence floors 1–5 are excellent for 55–62.
Levels 61–75+: A-grade and Endgame
Dragon Valley (66–72), Monastery of Silence (70–76), and Tower of Insolence upper floors (72–76) are the top late-game zones. Ketra Orc Outpost and Varka Silenos Outpost in party offer the best exp/hour at 66–74. Solo grinders prefer Sel Mahum Training Grounds and Catacombs of the Heretic.
The Third Class Transfer quest chain is complex and requires rare items. Plan it early — without the third class you lose 30–40% of your character's potential.
Epic Bosses & Raids
| Boss | Level | Respawn | Key Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Ant | 40 | 19–27 hours | Ring of Queen Ant, Bless the Body |
| Core | 50 | 35–43 hours | Ring of Core |
| Orfen | 50 | 43–51 hours | Earring of Orfen |
| Zaken | 60 | 60–84 hours | Earring of Zaken, Curse Sword |
| Baium | 75 | 120–168 hours | Ring of Baium, Soul of Baium |
| Antharas | 79 | 192–216 hours | Antharas Earring, Dragon Hunter Axe |
| Valakas | 85 | 264–336 hours | Valakas Necklace, Dragon Grinder |
| Frintezza | 80 | 48–72 hours | Frintezza Necklace, Draconic Bow |
All epic bosses are contested by top clans. Always come with a full coordinated party and expect PvP before and after the boss. Solo attempts are suicide.
Endgame Content
- ▸Olympiad — monthly competitive PvP by class, awards Hero status and Hero weapons to top scorers
- ▸Castle Sieges — bi-weekly sieges for Giran, Aden, Goddard, Rune, Schuttgart, Innadril, Dion, Gludio
- ▸Clan Hall Sieges — weekly fights for clan halls with unique NPC bonuses
- ▸Seven Signs Festival — bi-weekly faction event controlling catacomb access and exp bonuses
- ▸Four Sepulchers — instance dungeon for A-grade component farming every 4 hours
- ▸Tower of Insolence — upper floors are clan-contested farm zones with best adena and drop rates
Economy & Gear Progression
| Grade | Character Level | How to Obtain | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-grade | 20–40 | NPC shops, drops, crafting | 10k–500k adena |
| C-grade | 40–52 | Drops, crafting, player shops | 200k–5M adena |
| B-grade | 52–61 | Crafting (recipes + parts), rare drop | 2M–30M adena |
| A-grade | 61–76 | Crafting, raids, player market | 15M–200M+ adena |
| S-grade | 76+ | Crafting and raids only, very rare drop | 100M–1B+ adena |
Private Server Tips
- ▸Check server rates: x5–x15 takes 1–3 weeks to reach 75; x100+ can be done in hours. Pick the rate that suits your schedule.
- ▸Most servers offer a starter pack — always claim your free D-grade gear on first login.
- ▸Research the donation shop before registering. Heavy pay-to-win ruins Interlude balance faster than any other chronicle.
- ▸Custom zones and bosses are common on private servers. Read the server wiki before you start.
- ▸On x3–x10 servers, join an active clan within your first 48 hours — endgame is closed without one.
- ▸Complete the Subclass quest at level 75 and grind a subclass to 75 for passive bonuses and Noblesse access.
- ▸Noblesse status (from the Barakiel quest) gives free teleport once daily and Noblesse-exclusive skills — never skip it.