Running

Running is a term that refers to an experienced player (or more) leading a group of lower level players to places further in the game that they would not otherwise reach (at least with ease). This has the benefit of giving the lower level players access to merchants and crafters who sell powerful items not available in the early part of the game. On the other hand, running means the players get little actual playing experience and pay for something that with time they could have done for free.

One of the most famous runs in the game is the run from Beacon's Perch to Droknar's Forge to acquire powerful armor.

Note: Running is often not offered for free.

Warning: It is possible to have higher level players also run you through major missions of the game (like Dragon's Lair (Mission), Thunderhead Keep (Mission) and the Ascension tests). This is, however, a bad idea. A level 15 character is useless in the Ring of Fire Islands. You will have a difficult time finding parties that accept you and there is no perceived benefit.