Episode Guide

Complete timeline of every major content and story update in Ragnarok Online history.

37Episodes
3Eras
15+Years
50+Maps

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Browse the complete Ragnarok Online story timeline

Classic Era
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01

Rune-Midgard Kingdom

The Beginning · 2002.07.29

The original launch of Ragnarok Online. Explore the capital city of Prontera, the port town of Izlude, and surrounding fields. The adventure begins with six starting classes and a world full of Porings.

PronteraGeffenPayonAlbertaMorroc6 Classes
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02

Lutie - Xmas

The Toy Factory · 2002.12.17

The magical snow village of Lutie opens its doors. A peaceful Christmas town hiding a sinister Toy Factory dungeon underneath, where toys have come to life.

LutieToy Factory
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03

Comodo

The Beach Paradise · 2003.02.04

A tropical paradise on the southern coast. Comodo brings new dungeons, the Dancer and Bard classes, and a vibrant nightlife atmosphere.

ComodoDancerBardBeach Dungeon
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04

War of Emperium & Turtle Island

Guild Warfare · 2003.05.02

The landmark PvP system arrives. Guilds clash for control of castles in the War of Emperium, earning access to exclusive treasures and God Item materials. Turtle Island introduces powerful hunting grounds.

WoEGuild CastlesTurtle IslandGod Items
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05

Yuno, Forgotten Legacy of Ancient Era

The Floating City · 2003.07.15

The scholars' city of Juno floats among the clouds. Home to the Sage class and gateway to advanced knowledge. Features Juperos ruins, Clock Tower dungeons and access to the Valkyrie Realm.

Juno / YunoSageClock TowerJuperos
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06.1

Amatsu, Kunlun, Louyang

Global Project Part 1 · 2003.10.07

Three new international cities open. The Japanese-themed Amatsu, the Chinese mountain paradise Kunlun, and the walled city of Louyang bring unique cultures, monsters, and dungeons to Rune-Midgard.

AmatsuKunlunLouyang
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06.2

Ayothaya

Global Project Part 2 · 2004.10.26

A Thai-inspired ancient city deep in the jungle. Ayothaya features mystical temples, fierce jungle monsters, and a rich cultural atmosphere.

AyothayaAncient Dungeon
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07

Village of Utan Tribe, Umbala

The Treehouse Village · 2004.01.27

An isolated tribal village built among massive trees. Umbala connects Rune-Midgard to new undiscovered lands and serves as a gateway to Niflheim.

Umbala
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08

City of the Dead, Niflheim

The Underworld · 2004.02.23

The realm of the dead from Norse mythology. A dark, eerie city where the deceased wander. Features powerful undead monsters and connects to the Yggdrasil world tree.

NiflheimUndead Monsters
Transcendence Era
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09

Rebirth

Transcendence · 2004.04.20

A massive gameplay evolution. Reach Base Level 99, undergo Rebirth, and become a Transcendent class with powerful new skills. High Wizards, Lord Knights, Paladins, and more redefine the meta.

Rebirth SystemTranscendent ClassesBase Lv 99
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10.1

City of Steel, Einbroch

Industrial Revolution · 2005.03.25

An industrial city powered by steam and machinery. Einbroch introduces a gritty, polluted cityscape with new field maps and the Einbech Mining Town dungeon.

EinbrochEinbechMine Dungeon
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10.2

City of Prosperity, Lighthalzen

The Somatology Lab · 2005.06.28

A gleaming city with dark secrets. The Rekenber Corporation's Somatology Laboratory hides twisted experiments. Features Bio Labs, one of the most dangerous dungeons in the game.

LighthalzenBio LabsSomatology
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10.3

Noghalt - Abyss Lake & Thanatos Tower

The Sealed Tower · 2005.09.26

Two fearsome high-level dungeons open. Abyss Lake harbors ancient dragons in underground caverns, while the Tower of Thanatos stretches into the sky, filled with powerful ghostly enemies.

Abyss LakeThanatos Tower
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10.4

Haven of the Forgotten, Hugel

The Peaceful Town · 2006.01.17

A quaint mountain town near Odin's Temple. Hugel serves as a base for adventurers seeking Odin's ancient power and the mysteries of Kiel Hyre's Academy.

HugelOdin TempleKiel Hyre
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11.1

Sacred Precinct of the Goddess, Rachel

The Holy City · 2006.06.27

The capital of the Arunafeltz States, devoted to worship of the goddess Freyja. Uncover conspiracies within the temple and explore the Rachel Sanctuary.

RachelRachel Sanctuary
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11.2

Thor's Volcano, Veins

The Desert Outpost · 2006.11.21

A mining outpost at the base of Thor's Volcano. Brave the intense volcanic dungeon with fire-element monsters and discover the hidden gorge.

VeinsThor Volcano
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11.3

Nameless Island, the Cursed Monastery

Endless Nightmare · 2007.04.03

A cursed island shrouded in fog. The abandoned Abbey dungeon is home to terrifying undead creatures and the fearsome Fallen Bishop Hibram MVP.

Nameless IslandAbbeyFallen Bishop
Renewal Era
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12

Destruction of Morroc

Nightmare of Midgard · 2008.07.17

Satan Morroc awakens and devastates the desert city. The once-familiar Morocc is left in ruins with a massive dimensional rift and new field maps surrounding the destruction. The beginning of the Renewal era.

Morroc RuinsDimensional RiftRenewal System
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13.1

Ash Vacuum

The New Continent · 2009.06.17

Adventurers sail to the new continent of Midgard. Explore the Ash Vacuum region and discover the Manuk and Splendide fields, home to the Sapha and Laphine races.

ManukSplendide
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13.2

Encounter with the Unknown

Scaraba Hole · 2010.03.31

Delve deeper into the new continent's underground. The Scaraba Hole dungeon features insectoid enemies and connects to further mysteries of the Ash Vacuum.

Scaraba Hole
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13.3

El Dicastes

City of the Sapha · 2011.01.26

The underground city of the Sapha race. El Dicastes reveals the culture and struggles of these stone-like beings and opens new quest lines.

El Dicastes
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14.1

Bifrost

The Rainbow Bridge · 2012.04.04

The legendary rainbow bridge from Norse mythology. Bifrost connects the mortal realm to new areas, featuring colorful but dangerous fields populated by fairy-tale monsters.

BifrostMora VillageHazy ForestAssist Mora
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14.2

Eclage

City of Fairies · 2012.08.01

The hidden village of the Laphine (fairy) race in the treetops. Eclage opens new daily quests, a reputation system, and dungeon access in the enchanted forest.

EclageEclage DungeonFairy WingEttlang Keepsake
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14.3

Decisive Battle

Confrontation with Morroc · 2012.10.17

The climactic confrontation of the Ash Vacuum storyline. Face powerful enemies as the conflict between races reaches its peak.

Flame BasinIsle of BiosMorse's CaveTemple of Demon GodDarklord Essences
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15.1

Phantasmagorica

New Historic Site · 2013.06.26

Explore the mysterious Varmundt's Mansion and uncover a conspiracy spanning centuries. The story shifts to political intrigue and dimensional experiments.

Varmundt MansionMorse Cave
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15.2

Phantasmagorica - Memory Record

The Second Story · 2013.12.23

Continue the Phantasmagorica storyline as memory records reveal the truth behind the historic site. New instances and challenges await.

Memory Records
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16.1

The Royal Banquet

Political Intrigue · 2015.02.25

Attend the Royal Banquet in Prontera and uncover political scheming among Rune-Midgard's nobility. New story quests reveal the kingdom's hidden power struggles.

Prontera PalaceRoyal Banquet
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16.2

Terra Gloria

The Counter Attack · 2016.12.07

Launch a counter-offensive against the forces threatening Rune-Midgard. Features Rock Ridge, a Wild West-themed town, and new Rebel/Gunslinger content.

Rock RidgeTerra Gloria
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17.1

Appear, Illusion!

Dimensional Dungeons · 2016.12.28

Illusion versions of classic dungeons appear across the world. Revisit Moonlight Flower's domain, Underwater Temple, and more with massively powered-up monsters and new rewards.

Illusion DungeonsIllusion Gear
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17.2

Legacy of the Wise One

Varmundt's Mansion · 2019.10.30

Delve further into the mysteries of the Wise One. Investigate illusion power in Varmundt's Mansion and prepare for the journey to Arunafeltz.

Varmundt MansionIllusion Power
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18

Direction of Prayer

Return to Rachel · 2021.02.03

Return to Rachel to uncover a societal division between migrants and natives. The conflict between those who worship Freyja and the original inhabitants reaches a breaking point. Features new fields, dungeons, instances, and the reputation system.

RachelOz LabyrinthVilla of DeceptionSanctuary PurificationLv 170+
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19.1

Issgard, Land of Snow Flowers

The Frozen North · 2022.01.19

Journey to the frozen land of Issgard where snow flowers bloom. A new region with unique monsters, quests, and story progression continuing the saga of Rune-Midgard.

IssgardSnow Fields
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19.2

Royal Guard & Sorcerer Ascension

4th Job Expansion · 2022.09.26

Royal Guards and Sorcerers receive their 4th job ascension paths, unlocking powerful new skills and abilities. Expanded endgame progression for these iconic classes.

Royal GuardSorcerer4th Jobs
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20

The Immortal

Undying Threat · 2023.03.02

A new chapter unfolds as an immortal force threatens the world. Face unprecedented challenges and uncover the secrets behind an enemy that cannot be killed.

New Story
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21

Age of Heroes + Yorscalp

A New Legend · 2024.04.03

The Age of Heroes dawns upon Rune-Midgard. Heroes rise to face the greatest challenges yet as the world enters a new era of adventure and conflict.

New Era
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Ch.1

Chapter 1: Call of the World Tree

The Next Saga · 2025.03.14

Level 200+. Ash Tree Village, Destroyed Geffen, Distorted Brimir, Bolund Valley, Destroyed Verus, Encroached Geffenia. 11 main quests, 4 side quests, 5 daily quests. Entwined and Dimensional equipment.

New ChapterAsh Tree VillageDestroyed GeffenDistorted BrimirEncroached Geffenia
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Ch.2

Chapter 2: Fragments of the End

Song of the World Tree · 2026.03.13

Level 225+. Kindlebrook is losing its ember and a Guardian El is asking why. Dead Rood, Primordial Flame F1 and F2, Volund Plains and Forest, Distorted Ragsruth. 10 main quests, 1 side quest, 7 daily quests. Azure Flame Mana and Blaze Mana sets, 23 cards, Flame Coin currency.

New ChapterVolund PlainsVolund ForestPrimordial FlameDistorted RagsruthFlame Coin
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Bio

Interdimensional Biosphere: Ground & Volcano

Chapter 2 hunting grounds · 2026.04.15

Base Level 265. Two habitats inside Varmundt Mansion that were never in the mansion's records. 16 monsters between level 276 and 280, daily and weekly purge operations, eight new cards and the rift currencies.

Varmundt MansionGroundVolcanoBase 2658 Cards
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Bio2

Interdimensional Biosphere: Deadly Poison & Severe Cold

Chapter 2 hunting grounds, wave 2 · 2026.06.04

Base Level 265. The west wing opens on two new habitats, Venom and Frigid, with 16 monsters between level 276 and 279. Clearance operations, four weapons for Shadow Cross, Sky Emperor, Alitea and Night Watch, three cloaks and eight cards.

West WingVenomFrigid4 Weapons8 Cards
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Bio3

Interdimensional Biosphere: Soul, Holy War & Death

Chapter 2 hunting grounds, wave 3 · 2026.08.05

Base Level 265. The east wing holds the last three habitats, Soul, Holy War and Death, with 24 monsters between level 276 and 279. Six magic weapons, two cloaks, twelve cards and the operations that pay for them.

East WingSoulHoly WarDeath12 Cards