[Character] Dark Knight

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Dark Knight

Lore

 

    The Dark Knights possessed unwavering loyalty and a deep connection to the forces of darkness. Through rigorous training and exposure to ancient rituals, these warriors unlocked their true potential and evolved into Blade Knights. This transformation empowered them with heightened physical abilities and mastery over various deadly weapons.
    The Blade Knights trace their origins back to the ancient continent of MU. Legends spoke of an era when darkness shrouded the land and demonic forces threatened its very existence. In the face of this looming peril, a group of elite warriors emerged, known as the Dark Knights. These warriors dedicated their lives to protecting the realm and its inhabitants from the forces of evil.
    Blade Knights are renowned for their proficiency in wielding a variety of weapons. They excel in close-quarters combat and can adapt to various combat situations. Whether a massive two-handed sword or dual-wielding blades, Blade Knights can unleash devastating attacks that cleave through enemies and leave a trail of destruction in their wake.
    These Knights are frontline warriors, often leading the charge into battle. They employ a combination of brute strength, and expert swordsmanship to overwhelm their opponents. Their versatility allows them to engage in solo combat and group battles, making them valuable assets in any party or guild.
    Once Blade Knights have achieved exceptional strength and skill, they can ascend further to become Blade Masters. The path to becoming a Blade Master is arduous, requiring the completion of challenging quests and overcoming powerful adversaries. As Blade Masters, their combat prowess peaks, allowing them to strike with unparalleled speed and devastating force.

   I. Dark Knight Mechanics and Playstyle

• The Dark Knight's playstyle revolves around being a durable melee combatant with strong offensive capabilities. They are adept at soaking up damage, engaging enemies in close combat, and providing support to their party members. Whether as a stalwart defender or a fearsome damage dealer, the Dark Knight class offers a versatile and engaging play experience over the New Squad grounds.
  • Durability 
    • The Dark Knight excels in durability, making them a reliable front-line tank. They possess high base health and defense, allowing them to withstand significant amounts of damage from enemies. Their resilience is further enhanced by the ability to use defensive abilities and shields, providing additional protection against incoming attacks.
  • Potent Close Combat Skills
    
    • The Dark Knight specializes in close-quarters combat, wielding two-handed weapons, two one-handed, weapons, or one-handed swords and shields. They have access to a variety of skills that focus on dealing direct damage to enemies at close range. With their exceptional strength and proficiency in swordsmanship, Dark Knights can unleash devastating combos and strikes, obliterating foes in their path.
  • Versatile Offensive and Defensive Skills
    • Dark Knights possess a range of offensive and defensive skills that enhance their combat effectiveness. They can unleash powerful attacks blasting through enemies in the process. Additionally, they have access to defensive skills that bolster their survivability or provide support to their allies, such as damage reduction buffs or crowd control abilities.
  • Party Support
    • While the Dark Knight primarily focuses on their own survivability and damage output, they also bring supportive benefits to party play. They can provide defensive buffs to increase the overall durability of their allies or enhance their party members' damage output through party-wide buffs. This makes the Dark Knight a valuable asset in PvP group battles and PvE scenarios.
  • Strategic Positioning
    • Despite their strong defensive capabilities, Dark Knights must still consider their positioning in combat. They need to be mindful of their surroundings and maneuver to their advantage. Positioning themselves to draw enemy attention away from more fragile party members or trapping opponents in corners to maximize the effectiveness of their AoE skills are key tactical considerations.

II. Dark Knight Evolutions & Quests

Evolution	Requirements	Quest NPC	Quest
Dark Knight	Character Level 1	N/A	N/A
Blade Knight	Character level 150 or Higher	Sebina the Priest Devias [183.32]	[Part 1] " Secure the Scroll of the Emperor " [Part 2] " The Three Treasures of MU "
Blade Master	[For the 1st and 2nd Parts of the Quest] 2nd Quest Completed Character level 380 or higher [For the 3rd Part of the Quest] Character level 400	Apostle Devin Cywolf [228.49]	[Part 1] " Prove your Strength " [Part 2] " Infiltrate the Barracks of Balgass " [Part 3] " Into the Realm of Darkness "
Dragon Knight	Character Level 800	Cent Lorencia [131.147]	[Part 1] " Qualification test " [Part 2] " New Battle I " [Part 3] " New Battle II "

III. Character Formulas

STAT	FORMULA
Health	(Level * 1.5) + (VIT * 3)
Shield Defense	((STR + AGI + ENE) * 2) + ((VIT * 5)*(Level / 200)) + (Level * 12) + (DEF * 2)
Ability Gauge	(STR * 0.15) + (AGI * 0.20) + (VIT * 0.30) + (ENE * 1.00)
Mana	(Level * 0.5) + (ENE * 1)
Minimum Attack Power	STR / 6
Maximum Attack Power	STR / 3
Attack Speed	AGI / 18
Defense	AGI / 3
PvM Attack Rate	(Level * 5) + (AGI * 1.5) + (STR / 4)
PvP Attack Rate	(Level * 2.5) + (AGI * 1) + (STR * 1.8)
PvM Defense Rate	AGI / 3
PvP Defense Rate	(Level * 2) + (AGI * 2)
Minimum Elemental Damage	STR / 8
Maximum Elemental Damage	STR / 5
Elemental Defense	AGI / 3
Elemental Attack Rate	(Level * 5) + (STR / 4) + (AGI * 1.5)
Elemental Defense Rate	AGI / 3

IV. Character Specializations

0% bonus base Defense under 800 AGI
7% bonus base Defense between 800 and 1300 AGI
15% bonus base Defense over 1300 AGI
0% bonus base Attack Power under 1500 STR
7% bonus base Attack Power between 1500 and 2000 STR
15% bonus base Attack Power over 2000 STR

V. Wings

Level	Class/Requirements	Wings
1	Dark Knight	" Small Wings of Satan "
150	Dark Knight	" Wings of Satan "
250	Blade Knight	" Wings of Dragon "
400	Blade Master	" Wings of Storm "
1000	Dragon Knight	" Wings of Flame God "

VI. Custom Changes & Balancing