When initiating a battle, the battle window will appear, and the timer will commence counting down. At the timer's end, both you and your opponent exchange hits, potentially causing damage, or avoiding hits altogether, constituting a "Round." After each round, you have the opportunity to consume food items to recover lost health. The battle persists, and both the player and the monster go through rounds until one is defeated.

The 'Fight All' option operates similarly to fighting one creature at a time, but with the added convenience of automatically transitioning to the next round once the current one ends. While this feature is useful for AFK purposes, it's important to note that since creature attacks can be unpredictable, not maintaining focus on the screen may lead to unexpected defeat. After each round, a countdown initiates before the next round begins. You then have the option to either engage in one more fight (which immediately throws you into another battle; if you want to resume auto rounds, you'll need to click the 'Fight All' option again) or return to the city menu. You can heal at any time.

In the event of victory, you gain combat experience in the skill selected from the dropdown box in the combat screen. Additionally, you may receive items dropped by the defeated monster. Conversely, if the monster defeats you, all inventory items drop on the ground where you died for other players to potentially take. You will be revived at Sanfew or Crab Nest if you're a pirate.

Strength

Strength is a pivotal attribute that directly influences your capability to deal maximum damage. As your Strength stat increases, so does your potential to inflict more substantial harm to your adversaries. This skill synergizes particularly well with the "Attack" skill, enhancing its effectiveness in combat scenarios. Elevating your Strength proficiency not only bolsters your offensive prowess but also contributes significantly to your overall combat effectiveness.

Defence

Defence is a pivotal combat skill that grants you the ability to mitigate damage from creatures and enemies, enabling you to endure attacks more effectively. As your Defence skill progresses, you gain the proficiency to wear superior armor, further bolstering your defensive capabilities. It's important to note that a higher Defence level, coupled with advanced armor, results in reduced damage intake. By focusing on the development of your Defence skill and acquiring better armor, you enhance your overall resilience, minimizing the impact of incoming attacks.

Combat Level

Your Combat Level serves as a comprehensive gauge of your overall combat prowess. It provides a convenient metric to assess your capabilities in comparison to various creatures and enemies. It's crucial to consider your combat level when choosing opponents, as engaging foes with significantly higher levels could result in a challenging and potentially fatal encounter. For instance, if your combat level is 4, it's advisable to avoid combat with a level 10 creature to prevent unfavorable outcomes. In the unfortunate event of defeat, your character will be sent to Sanfew (or Crab Nest for pirates), and any carried items will be lost. Therefore, maintaining a careful balance between your combat level and chosen adversaries is key to a successful and survivable combat journey.

The items listed below can be obtained by exchanging a Desert Arena Medal with 1000gp at Kinam or Toothen.

The ability to equip these items (weapons and armor) is determined by your combat level.