Economy & Progression System — Chivalry: Medieval Warfare Guide

Master Chivalry: Medieval Warfare's economy and progression. This guide helps warriors unlock gear and climb ranks for medieval combat domination.

Welcome, aspiring warriors, to the heart of Chivalry's progression! While the clang of steel and the spray of blood are your primary concerns on the battlefield, understanding the underlying economy and how to effectively progress through the ranks is crucial for unlocking new gear, refining your combat style, and ultimately dominating the medieval fray. Chivalry: Medieval Warfare employs a straightforward yet engaging system that rewards skill and dedication.

Earning Gold & Experience

Your primary resources in Chivalry are Gold and Experience Points (XP). Both are earned through your performance in matches, with higher scores translating to greater rewards. Here's how to maximize your earnings:

• Objective Play: While kills are satisfying, focusing on objectives in game modes like Team Objective and King of the Hill yields significant bonus XP and Gold. Capturing points, pushing siege engines, or defending key locations will consistently out-earn a purely kill-focused approach.
• Kills & Assists: Naturally, dispatching your foes and aiding your teammates in doing so are core to earning. Headshots, dismemberments, and multi-kills provide additional bonuses.
• Damage Dealt: Every swing that connects and every arrow that finds its mark contributes to your score. Even if you don't land the killing blow, consistent damage output is rewarded.
• Healing & Support: Playing as a Man-at-Arms with a bandage kit or an Archer providing covering fire and spotting enemies contributes to your team's success and your personal score.
• Match Victory Bonus: Winning a match provides a substantial bonus to both Gold and XP. Teamwork truly pays off!

Unlocking Weapons & Armor

Progression in Chivalry is tied to your Player Level and Class Level. As you gain XP, your overall Player Level increases, which in turn unlocks new classes and weapon tiers. Each class (Vanguard, Knight, Man-at-Arms, Archer) also has its own separate level progression, unlocking specific weapons and armor pieces unique to that class.

Player Level Unlocks:

• Level 1: All four base classes (Vanguard, Knight, Man-at-Arms, Archer) are available with their default weapon sets.
• Level 3: Unlocks the first tier of alternative weapons for all classes. For example, the Knight might gain access to the Longsword or Maul.
• Level 7: Unlocks the second tier of alternative weapons, often featuring more specialized or powerful options like the Greatsword for the Vanguard or the War Axe for the Knight.
• Level 12: Unlocks the third and final tier of alternative weapons, representing the pinnacle of each class's arsenal, such as the Zweihander for the Vanguard or the Poleaxe for the Knight.
• Subsequent Levels: Continue to unlock new armor skins and cosmetic customization options.

Class Level Unlocks:

Each class has a unique set of weapons and armor that unlock as you play that specific class. For instance:

• Vanguard:
  • Level 2: Unlocks the Halberd (Primary) or Dane Axe (Primary).
  • Level 5: Unlocks the Claymore (Primary) or Brandistock (Primary).
  • Level 8: Unlocks the Bardiche (Primary) or Spear (Primary).
• Knight:
  • Level 2: Unlocks the Mace (Primary) or Flail (Primary).
  • Level 5: Unlocks the Broadsword (Primary) or Morning Star (Primary).
  • Level 8: Unlocks the Heavy Mace (Primary) or Warhammer (Primary).
• Man-at-Arms:
  • Level 2: Unlocks the Short Sword (Primary) or Cudgel (Primary).
  • Level 5: Unlocks the Falchion (Primary) or Hatchet (Primary).
  • Level 8: Unlocks the Saber (Primary) or Club (Primary).
• Archer:
  • Level 2: Unlocks the Shortbow (Primary) or Javelin (Primary).
  • Level 5: Unlocks the Crossbow (Primary) or Sling (Primary).
  • Level 8: Unlocks the Longbow (Primary) or Throwing Axes (Primary).

Strategy for Efficient Unlocks: Focus on a single class you enjoy playing to quickly unlock its full arsenal. Once you have a strong understanding of one class, you can then branch out to others, using your accumulated Gold to purchase the newly unlocked items.

Purchasing Gear with Gold

Once a weapon or armor piece is unlocked through your Player or Class Level, you must then purchase it with Gold. Gold is a universal currency earned across all classes and game modes.

1. Navigate to the Armory: From the main menu, select "Armory."
2. Select Your Class: Choose the class for which you wish to purchase gear (e.g., "Vanguard").
3. Browse Available Slots: You'll see slots for Primary Weapon, Secondary Weapon, Tertiary Weapon, and Armor.
4. Select an Item Slot: Click on the slot you want to equip (e.g., "Primary Weapon").
5. Choose an Unlocked Item: Items that are unlocked but not yet purchased will have a gold coin icon next to them. Click on the item (e.g., "Greatsword").
6. Confirm Purchase: A prompt will appear showing the Gold cost. Confirm the purchase to add the item to your inventory.

Gold Management Tips:

• Prioritize Primary Weapons: Your primary weapon is your main tool for combat. Invest in a weapon that suits your playstyle first.
• Experiment with Secondaries: Don't neglect secondary and tertiary weapons. A well-chosen dagger or shield can be a lifesaver.
• Cosmetics Last: While tempting, save armor skins and cosmetic customization for when you have a solid arsenal for your preferred classes.
• Save for High-Tier Gear: Some of the most powerful weapons (e.g., the Zweihander) have higher Gold costs. Saving up for these can give you a significant edge.

The Prestige System (Optional)

While Chivalry doesn't have a formal "Prestige" system like some modern titles, reaching the maximum Player Level (currently 60) signifies mastery of the game. At this point, your progression shifts entirely to accumulating Gold for cosmetic purchases and perfecting your combat skills across all classes. The true "prestige" in Chivalry comes from your in-game performance and reputation among other players.