Taekwon Job Change

Taekwon Job Change Guide (Ragnarök Online – Renewal)

Overview

The Taekwon job change is a fast, beginner-friendly quest that turns your Novice into a martial artist who fights with fists and feet. This guide explains everything you need to do as a player, step by step.

Requirements

  • Base Level: Any (recommended 20+ before starting the questions)
  • Job Level: 9 (Novice)
  • Skills: All Basic Skills learned
  • Items: None required
  • Zeny: None required

Why Base Level 20? If you are below 20 when you first talk to the trainer, you will be asked to gain +1 Base Level before you can continue. Being 20 or higher lets you proceed immediately.

Step 1: Prepare as a Novice

Before heading out, make sure you:

  • Reach Novice Job Level 9
  • Learn all Basic Skills
  • (Recommended) Level your Base to 20 to skip the “gain +1 level” step later

If you’re not there yet, train on nearby fields around your starting city until you meet these requirements.

Step 2: Find the Taekwon Trainer “Phoenix”

  • NPC Name: Phoenix (Taekwon Trainer)
  • Location: Payon area, in the Taekwon training grounds (commonly inside or near a dojang/training hall). If you’re unsure, ask other players in Payon or check a city guide/map service.

Tip: Set your Save Point nearby so you can return quickly if you need to gain one more Base Level.

Step 3: Begin the Training

Talk to Phoenix and choose to start the Taekwon training.

What happens next:

  • If your Novice Job Level is below 9, Phoenix will tell you to come back later.
  • If your Base Level is below 20, Phoenix will ask you to gain +1 Base Level and return.
  • If your Base Level is 20 or higher, you can move straight to the spiritual questions.

Step 4: The Spiritual Questions (Correct Answers)

You will be asked a series of questions to test your spirit. Choose the following options to proceed smoothly:

  1. When facing great difficulty, how do you respond?

    • Pick: “I face it head on.”

  2. When two viewpoints clash, how do you respond?

    • Pick: “Accept differences and learn from them.”

Answering anything else will end the interview early. If that happens, just talk to Phoenix again and retry.

Step 5: Dedication and Job Change

Phoenix will ask a final, important question about dedicating yourself to the art. Choose “Yes” to proceed.

You will then:

  • Change job from Novice to Taekwon
  • Receive beginner equipment (typically a Guard and a training outfit set)

Inventory tip: Keep at least 2 free slots before completing the job change so you don’t miss any rewards.

Rewards

  • Job Change: Novice → Taekwon
  • Equipment: A basic shield (Guard) and training uniform (exact items may vary slightly)
  • Titles: Your character may be informally referred to as “Taekwon Boy” or “Taekwon Girl” depending on gender

Tips and Recommendations

  1. Leveling for the +1 Base requirement

    • If Phoenix asks you to gain +1 Base Level, head to low-level fields around your save city or Payon Forest. Return once you’ve leveled.

  2. Early Skills

    • Consider skills that improve mobility and survivability first, then work toward your preferred playstyle.

  3. Gearing Up

    • The provided Guard and outfit are enough to get started. Upgrade gear as you level.

  4. Quality of Life

    • Bring some potions for the trip. Set a Save Point near the trainer for quick retries if needed.

Quick Checklist

  • [ ] Novice Job Lv 9
  • [ ] All Basic Skills learned
  • [ ] Base Lv 20 (recommended) or ready to gain +1 level when asked
  • [ ] Talk to Phoenix and accept training
  • [ ] Answer: “I face it head on.”
  • [ ] Answer: “Accept differences and learn from them.”
  • [ ] Confirm dedication → Become Taekwon

Welcome to the Taekwon path! Train your body and mind, and enjoy your journey as a martial artist in Midgard.