Hardcore

Hardcore Mode

Hardcore Mode is a special game mode in Ragnarok+ that offers a high-risk, high-reward experience. Choosing Hardcore when creating a character introduces permanent death and unique gameplay restrictions, separating it entirely from Softcore characters.

Overview

When you select Hardcore during character creation, your character is bound by the following conditions:

• One life only - Once you die, you cannot interact with monsters or NPCs. You can only chat and roam the world.
• Permanent gear & loot lock - Items remain with the dead Hardcore character and cannot be transferred.
• Shared storage, bank, and reputation - All Hardcore characters on the same account share the same:
  • Kafra Storage
  • Bank
  • Reputation levels
• Separate economy - Hardcore and Softcore characters use different markets/economies.
• Death announcements - When a Hardcore character of Base Level 15+ dies, the server is announced with:
  • Character name
  • Base level
  • Monster that caused the death

Exceptions

If your character’s death was caused by server lag, sudden disconnection, or a crash, you may request a revival by the GM team.

Requirements for revival:

1. Provide clear video evidence showing the incident.
2. Open a ticket in the support channel on the Ragnarok+ Discord server.
3. Verified cases will result in character restoration by staff.

Tips & Things to Know

Hardcore is not for the faint of heart. Survival tips:

• Plan ahead - Know your build, equipment, healing items, and the threats you’ll face (stun, silence, blind, poison, etc.).
• Stay alert - Beware of hidden or spawned threats (for example, Dead Branch monsters). Keep your Fly Wing ready for quick escapes.
• Take your time - The server is intended for long-term progression; Reputation quests and other long-play content are everywhere.
• Trust your instincts - If something feels off, retreat. One mistake can end your run.
• Loot safety - Loot dropped from monsters cannot be looted by looting monsters.
• Mixed interaction caution - Monsters damaged by Softcore players can still attack you even while they have a cooldown before you can engage them.
• OCDC Slave - Keep in mind that you need your OCDC merchant to be on hardcore mode if you plan to use it.

Rules

Interaction between Hardcore & Softcore

• Hardcore and Softcore players cannot interact (no trading, partying, or direct assistance).
• Any attempt to use Softcore characters to boost Hardcore players is not allowed.
• If a Hardcore player provides valid evidence (such as a video) that a Softcore player caused their death, the Softcore player will face sanctions.
• If a Hardcore player dies due to lag and can provide a recording as proof, staff may revive them.

Sanctions

Violations of these rules may result in:

• Warnings
• Temporary suspensions
• Permanent bans for severe or repeated offenses

See also

• Clans and Reputation
• Starter Guide
• Rules