Here's what you need to know about Lost Ark Currency Types as well as how to get and use them.
In most games, there’s the main currency and some secondary currencies. But in Lost Ark, there are lots of currency types with very specific uses and different values. The game does introduce the currencies step by step so that you are not overwhelmed. But still, things can get pretty confusing. Here are the basics of every currency that you can keep in mind.
You can use currencies in this game to buy items, upgrade your gear, unlock fast travel and more. Let’s look at the major and minor currencies that you need to know about.
This is the premium currency that you can use to buy cosmetic items in the shop. If you buy the Founder’s pack (Platinum), you will get 7000 Royal Crystals and with the Gold pack, you will get 4000 Royal Crystals.
You need to spend real-world money to get Royal Crystals in Lost Ark.
This is the currency you need to use to get items in the game. Mari’s Secret Store will require these Crystals for purchases.
You need to simply play the game to get Crystals. Tasks include completing quests, clearing dungeons, earning achievements etc. You can also exchange Royal Crystals or Gold through the Currency Exchange in the game.
You will need Gold to buy consumables as well as equipment/gear/reforging gear. Plus, if you are planning to use the Auction house, Gold will be useful in that case.
Complete quests, raids to earn them naturally by playing the campaign. You can also exchange Royal Crystals through the Currency Exchange to get Gold.
Silver is required to get materials, repair equipment, travel from one continent to another, use Triports for fast travel and also to buy items from vendors you meet along the way.
Keep playing the quests, clear dungeons and complete tasks in the game to earn Silver.
For more on Lost Ark, be sure to explore our guides section.