In this guide, we'll break down how free-to-play players can get high-quality gear, including blue-grade equipment, how to gather crafting materials, earn Odin Valhalla Rising diamonds, and what daily activities will set you up for success.

Can You Get Great Gear as a F2P Player in Odin: Valhalla Rising?

Absolutely—but not instantly. Odin: Valhalla Rising offers a player-driven economy and multiple in-game paths to acquire gear and crafting materials without spending real money. However, unlike whales who spend cash to get geared fast, F2P players will need to:

• Use the Market wisely

• Focus on resource gathering

• Complete repeatable subquests

• Participate in dungeons and boss raids

• Prioritize crafting over buying

• Know what items to farm and what to buy

Let's walk through all of that in detail.

Using the Market – Buying and Selling Tips

The Market in Odin is your best friend as an F2P player. You can buy and sell gear, crafting materials, and items using the in-game premium currency, Diamonds, which can also be earned through gameplay.

Sell Materials You Don't Need

Early on, you'll gather a lot of materials—ores, woods, herbs, etc. Some may seem useless but don't throw them away. Even unused materials can be sold for Diamonds in the Market.

For example:

• Wood can go for 1.3 Diamonds per unit

• Basic gear enhancement stones might sell for 3–4 Diamonds each

Always check the trending items or use the search feature in the Market to see what's in demand. Sometimes, a few minutes of gathering can net you 10–30 Diamonds if you sell smart.

Buying Gear or Materials from the Market

While you can craft most items, sometimes it's smarter to buy key gear pieces—especially helmets and amulets, which are expensive or difficult to craft.

For weapons and armor, though, crafting is usually more cost-effective than buying from the Market.

Gathering Resources from the Map

One of the best ways to earn Diamonds and crafting materials is to gather—especially if you're F2P.

Where to Gather

There are specific hotspots on the map with a high density of gathering nodes:

• Look for areas with lots of trees, ore veins, or herb patches

• These locations often have multiple players farming, so competition can be tough

Tip: Resources respawn periodically, so make a route and keep cycling through. With consistency, you'll gather enough to craft or sell items regularly.

What You Can Get

• Rings from mining and gathering nodes

• Basic enhancement materials

• Crafting ingredients for blue gear

You won't get rich overnight, but you will steadily build up materials and Diamonds, which is key for F2P progression.

Completing Subquests for Gear and Materials

Subquests are an underrated but powerful source of gear and crafting items—especially for blue gear recommendations.

How to Prioritize Subquests

When selecting subquests:

• Pick ones that reward crafting stones or blue-grade recommendations

• Ignore quests with low-value rewards

• If you see multiple quests offering good rewards, stack them and complete them in one go

Subquests may include objectives like:

• Gathering certain items

• Killing specific monsters

• Running errands between NPCs

They're quick to do and can often be repeated or rotated daily.

Dungeon Runs – Blue Gear Drop Source

One of the most efficient ways to get gear is through dungeons.

What You Need:

• Minimum Level 34+

• Around 10,000 Combat Power

• A reliable party for co-op content

What You Get:

• Boss drops (chance for blue equipment or crafting mats)

• Crystals and Stones used in enhancing or crafting

F2P players should prioritize dungeons daily, especially once they hit mid-game (Level 30+). The difficulty ramps up, but so do the rewards.

Crafting Your Gear

Crafting is the core progression system for F2P players. Instead of buying overpriced gear, you should:

1. Gather materials

2. Get crafting blueprints from quests or drops

3. Use recommendations to guarantee gear quality

Focus on Blue Gear (Rare)

• Blue Gear offers a great power spike

• Not too hard to craft if you gather the right items

• Many crafting items drop from field monsters or bosses

For example:

• Blue Staffs have better stats and scaling

• Blue Chest Armor offers higher defense and sometimes special bonuses

Crafting may take time, but it's a sustainable and rewarding method for F2P progression.

Additional F2P Tips

Recycle Low-Grade Gear

Use the recycling system to turn old or low-tier gear into enhancement stones or base materials. Every piece counts.

Don't Over-Enhance Early Gear

• Avoid enhancing gear past +5 early on

• Higher enhancements carry the risk of destroying your gear

• Focus on blue gear first, then enhance it carefully

Participate in Events and Logins

Game events often give:

• Diamonds

• Enhancement Stones

• Gear

• Rare materials

Don't skip daily and weekly login rewards. You'd be surprised how quickly they stack up.

Save Diamonds for Important Purchases

• Helmets and Amulets are better bought with Diamonds due to their high crafting cost

• Never waste Diamonds on cosmetic or non-progress items as F2P

Farming Field Bosses for Rare Drops

Field bosses drop some of the best materials in the game—but they're competitive.

Example Spot:

• The third map zone contains a boss that drops Crystal Iron

• Spawns every 10 minutes

• Often camped by players, so you need high damage to secure loot

Tip: Form a small party and rotate between boss spawn locations to improve your chances.

Crafting a Weapon First – DPS Priority

For most F2P players, it's a smart move to craft a weapon first.

Why?

• Higher DPS = faster farming

• Easier to secure the last hits in boss fights

• More efficient dungeon runs

Craft a blue weapon as soon as you have the materials. You'll feel the power difference immediately.

Final Thoughts – Yes, You Can Go Far Without Paying

Odin: Valhalla Rising can be quite generous to F2P players if you understand the systems and play smart. While the game offers advantages to paying players, F2P can still thrive through:

• Strategic Use of the Market

• Efficient gathering and resource farming

• Daily subquests and dungeon runs

• Smart crafting and enhancement planning

• Focusing on high-impact gear like weapons and accessories

It takes a bit more time and effort, but if you're part of a strong community (like the Joy Odin Wahara channel mentioned earlier), you'll find that even F2P players can rise through the ranks and enjoy all the rich content Odin has to offer.

So, gear up, follow the strategies in this guide, and embrace the grind—because even without spending money, Valhalla is within your reach.

MMOexp Odin Valhalla Rising Team