Graal Era Comprehensive Guide To Free Items Achievements And In-Game Currency

Graal Era, a popular online multiplayer game, offers players numerous opportunities to acquire free items, currency, and rewards without spending real money. This guide explores the various methods players can utilize to obtain these freebies, including in-game activities, achievement systems, and special events. The game provides multiple pathways for enhancing the player experience through free content, ranging from collectible hats and weapons to valuable in-game currency that can be exchanged for various game items.

In-Game Currency and Acquisition Methods

Gralats serve as the primary in-game currency across all GraalOnline games, including Graal Era. Players use Gralats to purchase items such as weapons, hats, furniture, character bodies, and other in-game elements. Several methods exist for acquiring Gralats within Graal Era:

Mail Delivery

One method to earn Gralats involves delivering mail throughout the game world. Players can visit post offices located across the map to accept delivery tasks. The delivery locations are randomly distributed, making this method potentially time-consuming as players must travel across the game world. To determine delivery destinations, players can consult the Jobs filter on their map, which displays the required location. While this method offers relatively low compensation, completing certain milestones—such as delivering 100 pieces of mail—rewards players with achievements that may provide additional benefits.

Flower Collection

Players can engage in flower collection as a free method to earn Gralats. The game's tutorial provides players with a complimentary flower basket that can be equipped. Once equipped, players can locate flowers and use the fire button to collect them. Different flower varieties may have varying prices, though generally, flowers sell for low amounts of Gralats. This method, while free and straightforward, requires significant time investment to accumulate substantial currency, making it less efficient than other methods.

Crab Hunting

Engaging in combat with crabs presents another opportunity to acquire valuable items. Killing crabs occasionally drops Crab Shells, which can be sold or used for various purposes in the game. This method combines combat gameplay with resource gathering, potentially providing both entertainment and valuable items.

Lottery Participation

Players can enter the in-game lottery by purchasing tickets with Gralats. Similar to real-world lotteries, winning is challenging due to the random nature of the outcomes. This method represents a high-risk, potentially high-reward approach to acquiring more currency or valuable items, though success cannot be guaranteed.

Bot Events

Certain events in Graal Era award Event Coins to participants. While some events require an entry fee, others hosted within the Event House can be entered without cost through specific doors. These events provide opportunities to earn Event Coins, which hold value for acquiring special items or currency. Players are encouraged to monitor event announcements and participate when possible to maximize their earnings.

Free Items and Collectibles

Graal Era features numerous free items that players can discover and collect throughout the game world. These collectibles enhance customization options and gameplay experiences without requiring real-world purchases.

Free Hats

The game offers several free hats that players can obtain through exploration and specific actions:

1. Red Beanie Cap: To acquire this hat:

   • Locate the large bridge connecting the Top Island to the Bottom Island
   • Travel to the middle of the bridge and examine the left side where a sewer cap is on the ground
   • Interact with the sewer cap to access a hallway beneath the bridge
   • Follow the hallway upward and turn right until reaching a room containing purchasable hats
   • Shoot the wall near the left side of the doorway to reveal a hidden space containing the Red Beanie Cap

2. Black Beanie Cap: This hat can be purchased at the same location where the Red Beanie Cap is found, typically on the tables in the room accessible through the sewer cap.

The source material indicates additional free hats exist but does not provide specific details on their acquisition methods.

Free Weapons

Players can obtain complimentary weapons in Graal Era, including: - Classic bow - Sword

These weapons are available somewhere within the game world, though the exact locations are not specified in the available source materials.

Creature-Dropped Items

Certain creatures in the game, specifically "Cronos" which appear as grass creatures, occasionally drop freebie items and easter chocolate. These creatures provide an additional method of acquiring free items through combat and exploration. Players seeking these items should focus on areas where Cronos creatures spawn.

Other Collectible Items

Various other free items can be found throughout Graal Era, including: - Easter chocolate (sometimes dropped by Cronos creatures) - Crab Shells (obtained by killing crabs) - Flowers (collected using the flower basket)

Achievement System and Rewards

Graal Era features an extensive achievement system that rewards players with various benefits, including Event Coins (EC), special items, and recognition. The achievement system encompasses multiple categories, encouraging players to engage with different aspects of the game.

Event Coin Acquisition

Event Coins (EC) represent valuable currency in Graal Era, obtainable through several methods:

1. Direct Purchase: Players can purchase one full Event Coin from Jeni at the Era Fashion shop near Start Park.

2. Achievement Pieces: Players can collect achievement pieces that combine to form complete Event Coins. Typically, three achievement pieces combine to create one full Event Coin.

3. Forum Registration: Players can immediately receive an Event Coin by:

   • Registering on the official iEra forums at Era-Go.com
   • Posting in the Hellos & Goodbyes section
   • Hugging Jeni's NPC at Era Fashion near Start Park

Achievement Categories

The achievement system in Graal Era includes numerous categories across different gameplay aspects:

Private Achievements

These achievements often involve unique or special interactions: - "Receive a doll from an admin" - "Survived the quicksand" (managed to survive after standing in quicksand) - "Drink with Xor" (had a nice drink with Xor) - "Rocket Man!" (found the end of space) - "Rope Burns" (jumped 1000 times with a skipping rope) - "Jumped around!" (jumped 5000 times with a skipping rope) - "JUMPAHOLIC!" (jump 10000 times with a skipping rope) - "Last Breath" (killed ten people while on the verge of death at 1 HP)

Trash Collection Achievements

Players earn achievements by collecting trash throughout the game: - "Trash Collector" (picked up 100 pieces of trash) - "Garbageman" (pick up 500 pieces of trash) - "Keepin it Clean" (pick up 2000 pieces of trash) - "Green Machine" (pick up 5000 pieces of trash) - "Stay Clean" (pick up 10000 pieces of trash) - "Israfel's Apprentice" (pick up 20000 pieces of trash)

Shell Digging Achievements

These achievements reward players for digging up shells: - "King of the beach" (dig up 2000 shells) - "Shoveltastic" (dig up 10000 shells) - "Everyday I'm Shovelin!" (dig up 50000 shells)

Mushroom Picking Achievements

Players earn achievements by collecting mushrooms: - "Mushroom Picker" (pick 500 mushrooms) - "King of the beach?" (pick 3000 mushrooms)

Facebook Snapshot Achievements

These achievements require players to upload screenshots to Facebook: - "Scenic View" (go to spar complex pond and sit on bench, upload a Facebook screenshot) - "I Have the Power!" (go to the nuclear power plant, go to top of building and upload pic to Facebook) - "Scenic View" (upload a snapshot to Facebook near the Ebizou Subway pond) - "Gangster's Paradise" (upload a snapshot to Facebook in the Gangster Zone shop) - "Eat my Bubbles" (upload a snapshot to Facebook while in the pond inside the Facebook building, requires a Facebook Badge)

Combat and Base Achievements

These achievements relate to player-versus-player combat and base interactions: - "Zone Patrol" (solo 100 bases) - "Knock Knock" (destroy 500 base doors)

Skill-Based Achievements

Various achievements reward players for developing specific skills: - "Time to Mine" (achieve level 1 in mining) - "Mail Carrier" (deliver 100 letters) - "Jenn's Slave" (deliver 500 letters) - "FLOWER POWER!" (collected all flowers on Era and take them to Reno at Southridge flower shop) - "Up Top!" (give someone 500 high fives)

Personal Milestone Achievements

These achievements recognize player dedication based on hours logged in: - "A New Beginning" (log on to Era with more than 50 hours) - "Where's the Flower Shop?" (log on to Era with more than 100 hours) - "No Manual Required" (log on to Era with more than 500 hours) - "Average Joe" (log on to Era with more than 1000 hours) - "Half way to the big AFK!" (log on to Era with more than 5000 hours) - "Away from keyboard" (log on to Era with more than 10000 hours) - "Life has no meaning" (log on to Era with more than 20000 hours)

Shopping Achievements

These achievements reward players for making purchases: - "Thrift Shopper" (purchase 25 hats) - "Skater Boi" (purchase 10 skateboards) - "Car Dealer" (purchase 15 cars) - "Interior Decorator" (purchase 100 pieces of furniture)

PK/Spar Achievements

These achievements recognize proficiency in combat: - "Join a gang" (join a gang which you have been invited by another player) - "One Hundred down" (kill 100 people) - "Target practice" (kill 2000 people) - "This is nothing" (kill 10000 people) - "Painting the town red" (kill 50000 people) - "Plenty more fish in the sea" (kill 100000 people) - "1 Million Souls, a hefty price to pay" (kill 1000000 people) - "Practice Makes Perfect" (kill 100 people in a spar) - "GRAND Entrance" (kill 1000 people in a spar) - "Taking the high road" (kill 5000 people in a spar) - "No Competition" (kill 10000 people in a spar) - "Unbeatable" (kill 50000 people in a spar) - "Corpses Piled Sky High" (kill 100000 people in a spar) - "Half a Million Hero" (kill 500000 people in a spar) - "Mark of an Era" (achievement details not fully provided in source material)

Event Participation and Rewards

Participating in events provides another avenue for players to acquire free items and currency in Graal Era. The game hosts various events that players can join to earn rewards:

Admin-Hosted Events

Game administrators occasionally dedicate time to host special events. These events often provide opportunities to earn Event Coins and other valuable rewards. Players are encouraged to participate in these events when announced, as they may offer unique rewards not available through other methods. Chance and Team events are particularly noted as good opportunities to earn Event Coins.

Bot Events

Certain bot events in the game award Event Coins to participants. Some of these events can be entered without cost, particularly those hosted within the Event House through specific doors. These events typically award a few hundred Gralats to winners, though entry may require a fee for certain events.

Facebook Integration Events

Some achievements require players to upload screenshots to Facebook while at specific locations in the game. These "Facebook snapshot achievements" combine in-game exploration with social media integration to reward players with achievements and potentially other benefits.

Advanced Currency Acquisition Methods

For players looking to maximize their in-game currency acquisition, more advanced methods are available, though these may require additional setup or technical knowledge.

Bot Automation

The source material mentions the use of bots to perform repetitive tasks in Graal Era, allowing players to earn currency while engaged in other activities. These bots can be programmed to automate tasks such as pizza-making, which reportedly can generate approximately 45 units of currency per minute. The source indicates that these scripts have been improved by porting them to standalone executable programs for better performance and flexibility.

However, it's worth noting that the use of automated bots may violate the game's terms of service, and players should carefully consider the potential risks before implementing such strategies.

Conclusion

Graal Era offers numerous opportunities for players to acquire free items, currency, and rewards without spending real money. Through activities like delivering mail, collecting flowers and shells, completing achievements, and participating in events, players can enhance their gaming experience. The game's achievement system provides structured goals and rewards across multiple categories, encouraging players to explore different aspects of the game world.

Free items such as hats, weapons, and collectibles are scattered throughout the game world, waiting for players to discover them. Event participation offers additional chances to earn valuable rewards, particularly Event Coins which can be obtained through various methods including direct purchase, achievement completion, and forum registration.

While some methods of earning currency and items may require significant time investment, others like admin-hosted events and bot automation (though potentially against terms of service) can provide more efficient acquisition paths. Players should consider their playstyle and preferences when choosing which methods to pursue in their quest for free content in Graal Era.

Sources

1. GraalOnline Era Guide
2. Graalians Forums - Free Hats Guide
3. Era-Go Forums - Free EC Discussion
4. Era's Black Book PDF