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IRONMAN MODE - THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE - Kuro - 06-07-2025
IRONMAN MODE - THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE
What is Ironman Mode?
Ironman Mode is the ultimate self-sufficient challenge in KuroMS. As an Ironman, you must earn everything yourself without relying on other players or the economy. It's a test of dedication, skill, and perseverance!
Ironman Types
Regular Ironman
- Standard ironman experience with all restrictions
- Can die without losing ironman status
- Wear the Ironman Medal as proof of your dedication
Hardcore Ironman
- All regular ironman restrictions PLUS
- One death = demotion to Regular Ironman
- Wear the Hardcore Ironman Medal for ultimate bragging rights
- The ultimate challenge for the most dedicated players
Core Rules & Restrictions
What You CANNOT Do:
- No Trading - Cannot trade with any players
- No Free Market - Cannot use FM shops or mushroom houses
- No Item Pickup - Cannot pick up items dropped by non-party members
- No Regular Storage - Cannot access regular character storage
- No Regular Cash Shop - Cannot access regular character cash shop items
What You CAN Do:
- Party Play - Join parties and expeditions
- Party Drops - Pick up items from monsters killed by party members
- Ironman Storage - Share storage with your other ironman characters
- Ironman Cash Shop - Share cash items with your other ironman characters
- NPC Shops - Buy and sell from NPCs normally
- Quests - Complete all quests and get rewards
Account-Wide Features
Monster Ring
- Fully account-wide - ALL characters share the same Monster Book progress
- Regular AND Ironman characters contribute to the same Monster Book
- Your ironman kills help your regular characters and vice versa
- Stats scale based on your account's total monster collection
Quest Medal
- Separated by mode:
- Regular characters share quest progress with each other
- Ironman characters share quest progress with each other
- But they DON'T share between modes
- Example: If you have 300 quests on regular and 100 on ironman, you get different medals
Storage & Cash Shop
- Ironman Storage - Shared between all YOUR ironman characters
- Regular Storage - Shared between all YOUR regular characters
- These are completely separate - no items can cross between them
- NX balance is account-wide but items are separated by mode
Getting Started
How to Become Ironman
- Create a new character
- Before level 10, talk to the Ironman Mode NPC - At the start, DO NOT MISS SASUKE
- Choose between Regular or Hardcore Ironman
Tips for Success
- Plan Ahead - You can't buy equipment from other players
- Join Parties - Bossing with others is still allowed and recommended
- Save Everything - Every potion and equipment piece matters
- Use Storage Wisely - Share resources between your ironman alts
- Use @ironman - command to track progress
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I remove Ironman status?
A: Yes, but it's permanent! Talk to the Ironman NPC to remove it. You'll lose your medal and rankings.
Q: Can I trade with other Ironman players?
A: No, Ironman cannot trade with ANYONE, including other Ironman players.
Q: What happens if I die as Hardcore Ironman?
A: You're demoted to Regular Ironman. You keep playing but lose the Hardcore medal.
Q: Can I do Party Quests?
A: Yes! You can party and do PQs. You just can't trade or pick up non-party drops.
Q: Do I get any benefits?
A: The prestige! Ironman medals show your dedication. Plus, the satisfaction of earning everything yourself.
Q: Can my ironman character access my regular character's items?
A: No, there's complete separation between ironman and regular characters.
The Ironman Spirit
Ironman Mode isn't just about restrictions - it's about proving you can succeed through your own efforts. Every level gained, every boss defeated, and every item earned represents YOUR achievement.
Whether you're Regular or Hardcore, wearing that Ironman Medal shows the entire server that you've chosen the path of self-reliance.
Good luck, Ironman! May your journey be challenging but rewarding!
Happy Mapling!
~ Kuro