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# Varka/Ketra Alliance Quests
**Varka/Ketra Alliance Quests**: Added the option to **choose S-grade recipes** as rewards, providing more flexibility for players progressing in these alliances.
🔥 Varka & Ketra Alliance Quests – Custom Reworked for Endgame Progression! 🔥
The classic rivalry between the **Varka Silenos** and **Ketra Orcs** has never been more rewarding! On our server, the **Varka/Ketra Alliance Quests** have been **completely reworked** to offer a more meaningful and flexible experience — especially for players heading into endgame content.
With our **custom rework**, players can now **choose powerful S-Grade recipes** as part of their quest rewards. Whether you're a crafter preparing for war or a seasoned fighter looking to sharpen your edge, these quests are now a **vital path for high-end gear acquisition**.
Form alliances, prove your loyalty, and reap the benefits. Whether you choose to side with the **disciplined Varka warriors** or the **ferocious Ketra brutes**, your commitment will pay off — not just in reputation, but in actual **top-tier crafting rewards**.
This update adds:
* 🔹 A **wider reward pool**, including **S-Grade armor recipes**
* 🔹 More reasons to engage with alliance content even at higher levels
* 🔹 An improved sense of progression and reward for faction loyalty
* 🔹 Enhanced value for both solo players and party-focused crafters
No longer just a mid-game reputation grind, the **Varka/Ketra Alliance system is now a true route to power**. Choose your side, complete your missions, and unlock some of the most valuable recipes in the game!\
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### 🛡️ Alliance with Ketra Orcs
**Start NPC**: Wahkan (Ketra Orc Village)\
**Level**: 74–80\
**Repeatable**: Yes; **Party**: Recommended
#### Progression Steps
1. **Level 1 – Form Alliance**
* Collect **100 Varka's Badge – Soldier** from Varka Silenos Soldiers at Varka Silenos Stronghold.
* Reward: **Mark of Ketra's Alliance – Lv1** and the Ketra Orcs become non-hostile
2. **Lvl 2 – Strengthen**
* 200 Soldier badges + 100 Captain badges.
* Avoid harming any Ketra Orc or alliance will break.
* Receive **Mark Lv2** plus warehouse access and raid quests unlocked
3. **Lvl 3 – Further Strengthening**
* 300 Soldier, 200 Captain, 100 General badges.
* Reward: **Mark Lv3**
4. **Lvl 4**
* 300 Soldier, 300 Captain, 200 General + **Totem of Valor** from “Prove Your Courage” quest.
* Reward: **Mark Lv4**
5. **Lvl 5**
* 400 Soldier, 400 Captain, 200 General + **Totem of Wisdom** (from “Slay the Enemy Commander”).
* Reward: **Mark Lv5** and highest alliance tier
6. **Lvl 6 – Privileges**
* Access to Ketra NPCs: Grocer Atan, Trader Jumara, Gatekeeper Kurfa (teleport).
* Breaking alliance (harming Ketra) downgrades your marker
### đź”´ **Alliance with Ketra Orcs (Hunt Varka Silenos)**
Start NPC: **Wahkan** (Ketra Orc Village)\
You must hunt **Varka Silenos mobs** and collect the following badges:
| Badge Type | Mob Names (Varka Silenos) | Approx. Levels | Notes |
| ----------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- | -------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Soldier Badge** | Varka Silenos **Footman**, **Scout**, **Shaman,Hunter** | 73–75 | Best drop rate among lower mobs. Easy to farm solo/duo. |
| **Captain Badge** | Varka Silenos **Priest**, **Sniper**, **Shaman Elder** | 74–76 | Party recommended. Drops both Soldier and Captain badges. |
| **General Badge** | Varka’s **Commander**, **Elite Guard**, **Prophet** | 76–78 | Elite mobs. High HP and damage. Drop Generals + lower badges. |
| **Quest Bosses** | Varka’s Hero Shadith, Commander Mos | 78–80 | Required for **Totem of Wisdom** and **Valor** (Lv4–5 alliance). |
### 🕊️ Alliance with Varka Silenos
**Start NPC**: Naran Ashanuk (Varka Outpost)\
**Level**: 74–80\
**Repeatable**: Yes; **Party** recommended
#### Progression Steps
1. **Lvl 1 – Form Alliance**
* Collect **100 Ketra's Badge – Soldier** from Ketra Orcs at Ketra Outpost.
* Get **Mark of Varka's Alliance – Lv1**
2. **Lvl 2 – Strengthen**
* 200 Soldier + 100 Captain badges.
* Maintain alliance by avoiding harming Varka.
* Receive **Mark Lv2** and unlock privileges (shops, raid bosses)
3. **Lvl 3**
* 300 Soldier, 200 Captain, 100 General badges.
* Reward: **Mark Lv3**
4. **Lvl 4 & 5**
* Lvl 4: additional badges + **Feather of Valor** via the “Prove Your Courage” quest.
* Lvl 5: higher badge counts + **Feather of Wisdom** via “Slay the Enemy Commander.”
* Rewards: **Mark V4** and **Mark V5**
5. **Lvl 6 – Privileges**
* Access vendors: Grocer Diyabu, Trader Shikon, Gatekeeper Teranu Mardui (teleport services).
* Breaking alliance by harming Varka downgrades your mark
### 🔵 **Alliance with Varka Silenos (Hunt Ketra Orcs)**
Start NPC: **Naran Ashanuk** (Varka Silenos Stronghold)\
You must hunt **Ketra Orc mobs** and collect similar types of badges:
| Badge Type | Mob Names (Ketra Orcs) | Approx. Levels | Notes |
| ----------------- | ------------------------------------------------ | -------------- | --------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Soldier Badge** | Ketra Orc **Footman**, **Watchman**, **Scout** | 73–75 | Good farming for lower levels. Solo viable. |
| **Captain Badge** | Ketra Orc **Shaman**, **Sniper**, **Officer** | 74–76 | More durable. Good for party farming. |
| **General Badge** | Ketra’s **Commander**, **Elite Guard**, **Seer** | 76–78 | Elite mobs. Require strong group or AoE party. |
| **Quest Bosses** | Ketra's Hero Hekaton, Commander Tayr | 78–80 | Needed for **Feather of Wisdom/Valor** (higher alliance). |