The MapleStory v.111 "Class Reunion" update (released around May 2012) was a pivotal period that brought back limited-time classes like Mercedes, Demon Slayer, and Cannoneer. During this era, training was largely focused on high-density mob maps and efficient bossing for mid-to-high levels. v.111 Training Roadmap (Levels 1–200) Early Game: Foundation (Levels 1–60)
Levels 1–10: Follow your specific class's tutorial and story quests on Maple Island or your starting continent.
Levels 10–25: Focus on the monsters immediately outside your job town, such as Blue Mushmoms.
Levels 25–30: Move to Gold Beach to hunt Coconut Monsters.
Levels 30–50: The Monster Carnival Party Quest (CPQ) is the absolute fastest method for these levels. If you prefer soloing, hunt Wild Boars in Perion.
Levels 50–60: Continue with Ludi PQ or move to Copper Drakes in Sleepywood. Mid-Game: The Grind (Levels 60–120) maplestory v111 training guide top
Levels 60–75: Ghost Ship 2 or 5 at the Singapore (Boat Quay Town) area. Levels 75–90: Wolf Spiders
in New Leaf City (NLC) provide excellent experience for parties. Levels 90–110: Transition to for Sand Rats and Scorpions, or try Newt Sniping in Leafre if your class has a safe ranged spot.
Levels 110–120: Monster Park Extreme (MPE) becomes highly efficient. You can also hunt Robos in Ludibrium's Apparatus Room. Late Game: Bossing & Elite Mobs (Levels 120–200) Levels 120–140: in Mu Lung Gardens or Ghost Pirates in Ludibrium. Levels 140–165: Dark Wyverns (Leafre) or Skilosaurus (The Dragon Nest). Levels 165–200: Knight Stronghold in the Temple of Time (Future Henesys/
) is the top-tier endgame spot. High-level players often hunt in NLC for massive experience gains per kill. Top Training Tips for v.111 Bossing for EXP: In this version, bosses like Headless Horseman
and Bigfoot offer superior EXP-to-HP ratios for those who can find them. The MapleStory v
Party Play: Always try to train in a party with a Bishop for the Holy Symbol buff, which significantly boosts your experience gain.
Potion Management: Since monsters at higher levels deal significant damage, always keep your HP/MP potions hotkeyed for easy access. Mastering MapleStory: Leveling Guide (1-200) | MapleStory
This guide is specifically designed for MapleStory v111 (commonly referred to as the "Legendary" or "Chaos" patch era, popular on private servers like Extalia, Aurora, or Swordie). This version is pre-Big Bang mechanics (post-Big Bang UI but with Pre-Big Bang difficulty) and covers levels 1–200.
This section details the actual content engine driving the feature.
| Class | Best maps | Why | |-------|-----------|-----| | Bishop | Any party map (LHC, Stronghold) | HS makes you welcome anywhere. | | Night Lord | Flat maps (MP3, Sahel 2) | Showdown + Marksman = godly. | | Hero / Paladin | Small, dense maps (Nest of Misty) | Raging Blow / Blast 1-hits. | | Bowmaster | Long horizontal maps (Armory 2) | Arrow Stream pierces. | | Ice/Lit Mage | Wyverns, Robos | Elemental advantage = 1.5x damage. | | Mechanic | Large maps with platforms | Summons + Missile spam. | Phase 5: The "Post-Big Bang" Swing (Level 90
Estimated time: 6-8 hours
Welcome to the meta. These maps defined the v111 era.
At Lv70, get your 3rd job advancement. Then head to:
| Level | Map | Mobs | Notes | |-------|-----|------|-------| | 70–80 | Magatia – Alcadno Research Institute | Roids, Neo Huroids | High spawn, good mesos. | | 80–90 | Leafre – Nest of Misty | Harpies | Amazing spawn rate, small map. | | 90–100 | Leafre – Sky Nest 2 / 3 | Dark Wyvern, Wyvern | Use elemental advantage (Ice/Lit Mages shred here). |
Even better (if server has it):
Level 100: Unlock Monster Park. Do 2 runs daily (massive EXP).