Hunting & Quest Guide · Ink Dimension

Book World

A parchment dimension of ink-stained creatures, cursed chapters, and two fearsome bosses — the complete guide

Levels200+
Creatures8 Inkborn
Chapters4 Areas
BossesLeopold & Leonard
QuestBetween the Lines

Book World is a unique ink-and-parchment dimension accessible through EdronCastle's library. Introduced in the Summer Update 2025 (version 15.10), this area is divided into distinct chapters, each populated by "Inkborn" creatures — beings made of living ink that inhabit the pages of a magical book. Entry requires completion of the Between the Lines Quest, which itself demands level 200 and the Summon Familiar spell. The area offers excellent experience for its level range and drops highly sought-after Blank Imbuement Scrolls, making it both a productive hunting ground and a worthwhile quest destination for mid-to-high level characters.

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Book World Overview

Book World is structured as a series of literary "chapters," each representing a different zone within the enchanted tome. The dimension has a distinctive visual style: the ground resembles aged parchment, creatures appear drawn in ink, and the entire environment feels like stepping inside an illustrated manuscript.

LOCATIONEdron Castle Library
INTRODUCEDSummer 2025 (15.10)
LEVEL REQ200+
QUEST REQBetween the Lines

AREA STRUCTURE

  • Crumbling Library (Pre-Quest): Entry area with Cinder Wyrmlings and Shell Drakes
  • Chapter II: Earth-themed chapter with Bramble Wyrmlings and Hawk Hoppers
  • Chapter III: Contains Bluebeaks, Lion Hydras, and the Nemesis boss Sir Leopold
  • Chapter IV: Final chapter with Crusaders, Headwalkers, and the quest boss Sir Leonard
  • Fields of Glory: Separate area where the mini-boss Inkwing can be fought

💡 WHY HUNT HERE?

Book World is one of the best level 200+ hunting areas introduced in 2025. The Blank Imbuement Scroll drops provide strong profit, the experience per creature is competitive with other 200+ spots, and the bestiary entries are exclusive to this area. Completing the Inkborn bestiary class is a popular goal for charm farmers.

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How to Access Book World

Reaching Book World requires completing the Between the Lines Quest. This is not optional — there is no shortcut or alternative entry method.

ACCESS REQUIREMENTS

Prerequisites
  • • Minimum level 200
  • • Summon Familiar spell (level 200 ability)
  • • Premium Account required
  • • Between the Lines Quest completed
Getting There
  • • Travel to Edron
  • • Enter Edron Castle
  • • Find the library section
  • • Use the teleport inside the library

QUEST REQUIRED

You cannot enter Book World without completing the Between the Lines Quest. The teleport in the Edron library will not function until the quest is finished. Plan to spend time on the quest before you can start hunting here. See our full Between the Lines Quest Guide for a step-by-step walkthrough.

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All Book World Creatures

Book World contains 8 regular Inkborn creatures across its chapters, plus 3 bosses (Sir Leopold, Sir Leonard, and Inkwing). All regular creatures belong to the Inkborn bestiary class. Here is the full stat breakdown:

CREATUREHPEXPTYPECHAPTER
Cinder Wyrmling2,3502,350Wyrm / InkbornCrumbling Library
Shell Drake2,8002,900Dragon / InkbornCrumbling Library
Bramble Wyrmling2,3502,350Wyrm / InkbornChapter II
Hawk Hopper2,1802,250InkbornChapter II
Bluebeak2,4302,330InkbornChapter III
Lion Hydra2,7602,600Hydra / InkbornChapter III
Crusader3,4003,300InkbornChapter IV
Headwalker2,4602,250InkbornChapter IV

Crusaders in Chapter IV offer the highest experience (3,300) and HP (3,400) of any regular creature in Book World. Shell Drakes in the Crumbling Library have the second-highest HP at 2,800.

💡 CREATURE SCALING

Difficulty increases as you progress through the chapters. The Crumbling Library is the easiest zone, suitable for freshly leveled 200s. Chapter IV is the most challenging, with Crusaders hitting hard through melee and having high resistances. Plan your supplies accordingly — what works in Chapter II may not be enough for Chapter IV.

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Elemental Weaknesses by Chapter

Understanding elemental weaknesses is critical for efficient hunting in Book World. Each chapter has a distinct elemental profile — what devastates creatures in one chapter may be resisted in another. Values above 100% mean the creature takes extra damage from that element. Values below 100% indicate resistance.

CRUMBLING LIBRARY (PRE-QUEST)

CREATUREFIREICEEARTHENERGYHOLYDEATH
Cinder Wyrmling80%110%105%100%100%100%
Shell Drake80%105%105%100%105%100%

Both creatures resist Fire (80%). Use Ice or Earth damage here. Ice is the strongest single choice at 110% on Cinder Wyrmlings and 105% on Shell Drakes.

CHAPTER II

CREATUREFIREICEEARTHENERGYPHYSDEATH
Bramble Wyrmling105%100%80%100%100%110%
Hawk Hopper110%100%85%90%105%105%

Both creatures resist Earth. Use Fire (110% on Hawk Hoppers, 105% on Bramble Wyrmlings) or Death (110% on Bramble Wyrmlings, 105% on Hawk Hoppers). Fire is the best universal choice for Chapter II.

CHAPTER III

CREATUREFIREICEEARTHENERGYHOLYDEATH
Bluebeak105%100%100%105%90%100%
Lion Hydra100%100%105%100%105%110%

No single element dominates here. Death is strongest against Lion Hydras (110%) and neutral on Bluebeaks. Fire and Energy are both 105% on Bluebeaks. Consider Death damage as your primary for this chapter.

CHAPTER IV

CREATUREICEEARTHPHYSENERGYHOLYFIRE
Crusader110%105%90%90%90%95%
Headwalker100%105%100%100%100%100%

Crusaders have strong resistances to Physical (90%), Energy (90%), Holy (90%), and Fire (95%). Use Ice (110% on Crusaders) or Earth(105% on both). Headwalkers are vulnerable only to Earth (105%) — Earth is the safest universal pick for Chapter IV.

ELEMENT TRAP

Do NOT use the same elemental setup for all chapters. Fire is excellent in Chapter II but resisted in the Crumbling Library (80%) and weak against Chapter IV Crusaders (95%). Ice is the opposite — great in the Library and Chapter IV, but neutral in Chapters II and III. Always adjust your weapon or rune element when switching chapters.

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Chapter II: The Verdant Pages

Chapter II is the first proper hunting area in Book World, accessed at coordinates 127.13, 127.1, floor 9. It features an earth-themed landscape with two creatures: the melee-focused Bramble Wyrmling and the ranged Hawk Hopper.

BRAMBLE WYRMLING

HP: 2,350  |  Exp: 2,350

Type: Wyrm / Inkborn

Attacks: Earth-based (up to 500 earth + 300 physical)

Weak to: Death (110%), Fire (105%)

Strong vs: Earth (80%)

Behavior: Melee combatant, uses earth beam attacks

HAWK HOPPER

HP: 2,180  |  Exp: 2,250

Type: Inkborn

Attacks: Distance attacks, keeps range

Weak to: Fire (110%), Physical (105%), Death (105%)

Strong vs: Earth (85%), Energy (90%)

Behavior: Distance fighter, will attempt to stay at range

💡 CHAPTER II STRATEGY

Hawk Hoppers are distance attackers and will try to kite you. Knights should use Utani Hur (Haste) to close gaps quickly and trap them against walls. Mages and Paladins have an easier time since they can match the Hawk Hopper's range. Use Fire-based attacks for maximum damage against both creatures.

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Chapter III: The Bestial Archives

Chapter III is accessed at coordinates 127.39, 127.84, floor 10. This chapter is more dangerous than Chapter II, featuring the tanky Lion Hydra and the melee-focused Bluebeak. It is also home to the monthly Nemesis boss Sir Leopold.

BLUEBEAK

HP: 2,430  |  Exp: 2,330

Type: Inkborn

Attacks: Melee-focused

Weak to: Fire (105%), Energy (105%)

Strong vs: Holy (90%)

Behavior: Aggressive melee, closes distance quickly

LION HYDRA

HP: 2,760  |  Exp: 2,600

Type: Hydra / Inkborn

Attacks: Melee + drunk effect

Weak to: Death (110%), Earth (105%), Holy (105%)

Strong vs: None notable

Behavior: Melee attacks cause Drunk condition, impairing movement

LION HYDRA DRUNK EFFECT

Lion Hydras can inflict the Drunk condition, causing your character to stumble and move in unintended directions. This is extremely dangerous when boxing multiple creatures, as you may walk into additional packs. Keep an eye on your character's movement and be ready to use Exana Pox or wait out the effect. Do not pull large groups if Lion Hydras are present.

💡 CHAPTER III STRATEGY

Death damage is the strongest universal choice here (110% on Lion Hydras, neutral on Bluebeaks). Knights should use Death-imbued weapons. Mages can use Sudden Death runes for AoE. Avoid Holy damage — Bluebeaks resist it at 90%.

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Chapter IV: The Final Chapter

Chapter IV is the deepest and most challenging zone in Book World, located at coordinates 127.73, 127.48, floor 11. It contains the strongest regular creatures — Crusaders and Headwalkers — and serves as the arena for the quest boss Sir Leonard.

CRUSADER

HP: 3,400  |  Exp: 3,300

Type: Inkborn

Attacks: Strong melee

Weak to: Ice (110%), Earth (105%)

Strong vs: Physical (90%), Energy (90%), Holy (90%), Fire (95%)

Behavior: Heavy-hitting melee tank with broad resistances

HEADWALKER

HP: 2,460  |  Exp: 2,250

Type: Inkborn

Attacks: Melee + confusion effect

Weak to: Earth (105%)

Strong vs: None notable

Behavior: Melee attacks cause Confusion, disrupting targeting

CRUSADER RESISTANCES

Crusaders resist four damage types: Physical (90%), Energy (90%), Holy (90%), and Fire (95%). Knights using standard physical weapons will deal reduced damage. Switch to an Ice or Earth elemental weapon. Mages using Fire or Energy spells should switch to Ice or Earth for this chapter specifically.

💡 CHAPTER IV STRATEGY

Earth damage is the safest universal choice (105% on both creatures). Ice is optimal against Crusaders (110%) but neutral on Headwalkers. For Knights, an Earth or Ice weapon with Vampirism imbue is recommended. Mages should use Avalanche runes or Terra Strike. Paladins benefit from Earth-element ammunition with Avalanche runes for AoE.

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Boss: Sir Leopold (Nemesis)

BOSS OVERVIEW

Hit Points81,000
Experience26,000
ClassificationNemesis
LocationChapter III

SPAWN SCHEDULE

  • • Spawns on the 23rd of each real-world month
  • • Appears 30 minutes after server boot
  • • One spawn per month per server
  • • Located in Chapter III of Book World
  • • First-come, first-served — no cooldown timer

NOTABLE LOOT

  • Etcher (rare weapon drop)
  • Blank Imbuement Scroll
  • • Various gems and valuables
  • • Proficiency Catalyst
  • • Greater Proficiency Catalyst

CRITICAL: DO NOT SUMMON FAMILIARS

Sir Leopold has a unique mechanic: if any player in the fight uses the Summon Familiar spell, Sir Leopold's damage mitigation increases significantly, making him much harder to kill. This is counterintuitive since the Between the Lines Quest requires the Familiar spell for access, but during the actual Leopold fight, Familiars must NOT be summoned. Dismiss your Familiar before engaging.

💡 LEOPOLD STRATEGY

With 81,000 HP, Sir Leopold is a marathon fight. Bring a full team of 5 players (level 250+ recommended): Knight blocker, Elder Druid healer, and 3 damage dealers. Stock up on Ultimate Health and Mana Potions. Coordinate the fight — the Knight should tank while the Druid keeps the party healed. Damage dealers should focus fire and avoid summoning Familiars at all costs.

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Boss: Sir Leonard (Bane)

BOSS OVERVIEW

Hit Points22,000
Experience26,000
ClassificationBane
Cooldown2 Hours

MECHANICS

  • • Final boss of the Between the Lines Quest
  • • Located in Chapter IV
  • 2-hour cooldown between attempts
  • 10-minute battle timer — must defeat him within 10 minutes
  • • Summons up to 5 Crusader Guardians during the fight

NOTABLE LOOT

  • Blank Imbuement Scroll (valuable)
  • Axe of Sir Leonard (unique weapon)
  • Helmet of Sir Leonard (unique helmet)
  • • Proficiency Catalyst
  • • Greater Proficiency Catalyst

10-MINUTE TIME LIMIT

You only have 10 minutes to defeat Sir Leonard. If the timer expires, the fight ends and you must wait the full 2-hour cooldown before trying again. With 22,000 HP and 5 Crusader Guardians spawning, you need to balance killing adds and focusing the boss. Do not waste time — prioritize DPS on Leonard while managing the Guardians.

SIR LEONARD STRATEGY

  • Phase 1 (100%-75% HP): Sir Leonard fights alone. Focus all damage on him and build a lead before adds arrive.
  • Phase 2 (75%-50% HP): Crusader Guardians begin spawning. Assign one player to manage adds while others maintain DPS on Leonard.
  • Phase 3 (50%-0% HP): Up to 5 Crusader Guardians may be active. The Knight should gather and tank the Guardians while DPS burns Leonard down. Remember that Crusader Guardians have the same resistances as regular Crusaders — use Ice or Earth damage.
  • Team Composition: Minimum 3 players recommended (Knight + Druid + 1 DPS). Solo is possible for high-level characters (300+) with strong gear.

💡 FARMING SIR LEONARD

With only a 2-hour cooldown, Sir Leonard is farmable for Blank Imbuement Scrolls and the unique equipment drops. If you have a reliable team, you can run him multiple times per day. The Axe of Sir Leonard and Helmet of Sir Leonard are sought-after collector items on most servers.

MINI-BOSS: INKWING

Hit Points12,000
Experience17,500
ClassificationBane
Cooldown2 Hours
  • • Located in the Fields of Glory (separate area from the main chapters)
  • • Quest mini-boss encountered during the Between the Lines Quest
  • Summons Vicious Ink Splash adds during the fight
  • • Maximum damage output around 935 per turn
  • • 2-hour cooldown between kills, similar to Sir Leonard
  • • Significantly easier than Sir Leonard — can be soloed at level 250+
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Best Loot from Book World

Book World's most valuable drops come from the bosses, particularly the Blank Imbuement Scroll which holds significant market value due to the imbuement system's popularity. Here is a breakdown of the key drops:

ITEMDROPPED BYRARITYNOTES
Blank Imbuement ScrollSir Leopold, Sir LeonardUncommonHigh market value, used in imbuement system
EtcherSir LeopoldRareUnique weapon from the Nemesis boss
Axe of Sir LeonardSir LeonardRareUnique axe, collector item
Helmet of Sir LeonardSir LeonardRareUnique helmet, collector item
Proficiency CatalystVarious creatures, bossesUncommonUsed for proficiency system upgrades
Greater Proficiency CatalystBossesRareHigher-tier proficiency upgrade material
Various GemsAll creaturesCommonStandard gem drops for NPC sale or crafting

💡 PROFIT FOCUS

The Blank Imbuement Scroll is the main reason players farm Book World bosses. Check your server's market price before deciding whether to sell immediately or hold. Prices tend to fluctuate based on how many players are actively running the bosses each month. The Axe and Helmet of Sir Leonard often fetch premium prices on servers with active collector communities.

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Bestiary & Charm Points

All 8 regular Book World creatures belong to the Inkborn bestiary class, introduced with the Summer Update 2025. Most entries are Hard difficulty (2,500 kills), with Hawk Hopper being the exception at Medium (1,000 kills).

CREATUREDIFFICULTYKILLS NEEDEDCHARM POINTSCHAPTER
Cinder WyrmlingHard2,50050Crumbling Library
Shell DrakeHard2,50050Crumbling Library
Bramble WyrmlingHard2,50050Chapter II
Hawk HopperMedium1,00025Chapter II
BluebeakHard2,50050Chapter III
Lion HydraHard2,50050Chapter III
CrusaderHard2,50050Chapter IV
HeadwalkerHard2,50050Chapter IV

Total: 18,500 kills for 375 charm points. Completing the full Inkborn bestiary class requires significant time investment due to the Hard difficulty on 7 of 8 entries. Plan to spend multiple hunting sessions across all chapters.

FASTEST ENTRY

Hawk Hopper (Medium, 1,000 kills) is the fastest bestiary entry in Book World. At typical hunting speed, you can complete it in 2-3 sessions. Start here if you want quick charm points.

HARDEST ENTRY

Crusader (Hard, 2,500 kills) is the toughest to complete due to their broad resistances and high damage output. Their 3,400 HP means each kill takes longer than other Inkborn creatures.

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Hunting Tips by Vocation

Book World rewards players who adapt their strategy to each chapter. Here are vocation-specific recommendations:

KNIGHTS

  • • Switch elemental weapons between chapters
  • • Chapter II: Fire weapon (both creatures weak to fire)
  • • Chapter III: Death-imbued weapon for Lion Hydras
  • • Chapter IV: Ice or Earth weapon (Crusader has 4 resistances)
  • • Always use Vampirism imbuement for sustain
  • • Box 3-4 creatures maximum — Crusaders hit hard

DRUIDS & SORCERERS

  • • Chapter II: Great Fireball runes or Fire Wave
  • • Chapter III: Sudden Death runes or Death Strike
  • • Chapter IV: Avalanche runes or Terra Strike
  • • Druids: keep healing rotation tight in Chapter IV
  • • Sorcerers: energy-based spells work in Chapter III only
  • • Bring Magic Shield for emergencies vs Crusader packs

PALADINS

  • • Chapter II: Fire-element ammunition + Great Fireball runes
  • • Chapter III: Death-element ammunition
  • • Chapter IV: Earth or Ice ammunition + Avalanche runes
  • • Use Divine Caldera for AoE when surrounded
  • • Hawk Hoppers in Chapter II are also distance fighters — watch positioning
  • • Strong Mana Potions are essential for maintaining damage output

GENERAL TIPS

  • • Always carry multiple element setups when hunting Book World
  • • Watch for Lion Hydra Drunk effect in Chapter III
  • • Headwalker Confusion in Chapter IV disrupts targeting
  • • Check the creature database for full loot tables
  • • Book World is safe from PvP on Open PvP servers (instanced)
  • • Bring extra supplies — there is no resupply point inside

SUPPLY WARNING

There are no NPCs or resupply points inside Book World. Once you enter, you are committed until your supplies run out or you teleport out. Calculate your potion and rune needs before entering. A typical 1-hour hunting session in Chapter IV requires approximately 200+ Strong Health Potions, 300+ Strong Mana Potions, and 500+ damage runes for mages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What level do I need for Book World?
You need level 200 or higher. The Between the Lines Quest also requires you to have the Summon Familiar spell, which is a level 200 ability. All creatures in Book World are tuned for this level range and above.
How do I access Book World?
Book World is accessed through a teleport in the Edron Castle library. You must first complete the Between the Lines Quest, which begins in Edron. Once completed, the teleport inside the library will take you into the Book World dimension.
What element is best in Book World?
There is no single best element for the entire area because weaknesses vary by chapter. Fire and Death are broadly effective across most chapters. In Chapter II, Fire and Death work best. In Chapter III, Fire and Energy are strong. In Chapter IV, Ice and Earth are the top choices. Adjust your loadout based on which chapter you are hunting in.
When does Sir Leopold spawn?
Sir Leopold is a Nemesis-class boss that spawns on the 23rd of each real-world month, exactly 30 minutes after the server boots. He appears in Chapter III of Book World. You need to be ready and waiting when the server comes online to secure your attempt.
Is Book World good for hunting?
Yes. Book World is a solid hunting area for characters level 200 and above. The creatures give 2,250 to 3,300 experience each, and the area drops Blank Imbuement Scrolls, which hold strong market value. Chapter IV with Crusaders and Headwalkers offers the best experience rates.
What is the Inkborn bestiary class?
Inkborn is a unique bestiary class introduced with the Summer Update 2025 (version 15.10). It contains all 8 regular Book World creatures: Bramble Wyrmling, Hawk Hopper, Bluebeak, Lion Hydra, Crusader, Headwalker, Cinder Wyrmling, and Shell Drake. Most are Hard difficulty, requiring 2,500 kills each for completion.

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