> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://battlero.gitbook.io/introduction/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://battlero.gitbook.io/introduction/welcome-to-battlero.md).

# Welcome to BattleRO

Start here — server rates, level caps, and how to get in game.

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**Welcome, Adventurer!** Your journey begins here.
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BattleRO is a Classic Pre-Renewal Ragnarok Online server that pairs nostalgic gameplay with a long list of custom features.

## Server overview

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| -------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------- |
| Server type                      | Classic Pre-Renewal                                   |
| Max base level                   | 99                                                    |
| Max job level                    | 70                                                    |
| Max stats                        | 99                                                    |
| Max ASPD                         | 190                                                   |
| Available classes                | 1st, 2-1, 2-2, Transcendent, and the expanded classes |
| Base EXP rate                    | 1000x                                                 |
| Job EXP rate                     | 1000x                                                 |
| Card drop rate                   | 1000x                                                 |
| Common, healing and usable drops | 1000x                                                 |
| Equipment drop rate              | 100x                                                  |
| MVP and mini-boss gear and cards | 1x                                                    |

## Quick start

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### Download the client

Grab the latest game client from the [BattleRO website](https://main.battleragnarok.com/).
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### Create your account

Head to the [registration page](https://battleragnarok.com/) to create your free account. Choose a secure password and keep your login details somewhere safe.
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### Launch and log in

Run the client and sign in with your new credentials to reach character select. There is no PIN code on this server.
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### Create your character

Pick an appearance and a name. Don't worry about stats yet — everyone starts as a Novice, and you get 100 hair styles, 256 hair colors and 699 clothing colors to choose from.
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### Start your adventure

You're in. Check the changelog below for what's custom on this server, and type a mistyped @command to get a suggestion rather than an error.
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## What's new

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[Changelog](/introduction/changelog.md)
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