[Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill Crafting · Asmodian · Lv. 45
[Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill is a Crafting quest in AION 2 for Asmodian characters around level 45. Below are its 2 steps and what it pays out.
Artisan Essence Extractor Alzirr explains that essence is the source of life force that sustains all growth and activity. He claims that understanding this energy enables more efficient extraction. Follow Alzirr's guidance to sense the life energy and extract Ruby to obtain Splendent Ruby. Ruby is found in the Dredgion Crash Site, Calderon Canyon, Tranein Highland, Silent Hill, and Nameless Cemetery.
- Type
- Crafting
- Faction
- Asmodian
- Rec. level
- 45
- Unlocks at
- 10
- Map
- Altgard
- Steps
- 2 · Jump to the walkthrough
[Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill walkthrough
[Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill has 2 steps and 1 of them are placed on the map. Select a numbered step to fly the map to where it happens; the others are described in text.
- Meet the Artisan Essence Extractor
- Talk to Alzirr
- Pass the Specialty Upgrade Test
- Gather Splendent Ruby
- Turn in ·
AlzirrAltgard · Nearest Kibelisk: Safe Haven · 128 m
To finish: Report to Artisan Essence Extractor Alzirr.
Quest dialogue
9 lines of in-game dialogue from [Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill. Main speakers: Alzirr.
- AlzirrI believe you're ready for upgrade. Come, visit me.
- AlzirrYou'd like to learn more about Essence Extraction? Hmm. Essence is a life force through which all things grow and move.
- All things graced by AION's touch contain essence. Not just those things that live and breathe, but even rocks!
- Once you understand this, you will become much more effective at extracting. Now, shall we try another test?
- There's a mineral known as Ruby. I expect you might have extracted it a few times already. Now I need you to bring me some Splendent Ruby extracted from Ruby.
- I'll be able to upgrade you to Professional once you do, so don't give up no matter how difficult it is.
Show the remaining 3 lines
- AlzirrAs expected, you don't disappoint. Show me what you've brought.
- Splendent Ruby has the ability to regulate and stabilize emotions. You can use this to stabilize the emotions of your allies and increase the efficiency of your team.
- How was it? Did you feel your extraction efficiency increase alongside your understanding? Congratulations! I'll upgrade your Essence Extraction skill to Professional now.
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Where to start and turn in [Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill
The NPCs who give and complete [Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill, and the map where they stand.
| Role | NPC | Map | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turn in | Altgard | Safe Haven |
Rewards
What [Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill gives on completion, plus — EXP.
[Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill is a Crafting quest for Asmodian characters with 2 steps. It rewards — EXP plus Essence Extraction Upgrade: Professional and Artwork: Artisan Essence Extractor (Bound). The story text, steps and rewards on this page come straight from the global client, so they match what you see in game.
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[Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill FAQ
How do I start [Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill?
[Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill unlocks at level 10 for Asmodian characters and is recommended around level 45.
Where do I turn in [Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill?
Turn [Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill in to Alzirr (Artisan Essence Extractor) in Altgard.
What does [Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill reward?
[Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill gives — EXP and Essence Extraction Upgrade: Professional and Artwork: Artisan Essence Extractor (Bound); the reward table lists every item and amount.
Who do you talk to in [Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill?
[Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill has 9 lines of dialogue, spoken by Alzirr. It opens with: “I believe you're ready for upgrade. Come, visit me.”
What are the steps of [Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill?
[Upgrade] Essence Extraction Specialty Skill has 2 steps, starting with: Meet the Artisan Essence Extractor. The step list above shows each one in order.