MapleStory Character Priority Tracker: Level & Legion Guide

MapleStory Character Priority Tracker: Level & Legion Guide {#maplestory-char-priority-tracker} ### Table of Contents - [Overview](#overview) - [Usage and Setup](#usage-and-setup) - [Notes and Limitations](#notes-and-limitations) - [Known Issues](#known-issues) - [Useful Links](#useful-links) - [Changelog](#changelog) - [Top 42 Char Levels Data](#top-42-char-levels-data) - [Burning Calculator Details](#burning-calculator-details) - [Final Notes and Reproduction](#final-notes-and-reproduction) --- ### Overview {#overview} This document faithfully exports the original MapleStory GMS Character Priority Tracker data and instructions. The spreadsheet lets you type the level of each character you have in a given world (for example Kronos) and then it automatically updates other sections to show progress. The core sheet is named Char Priority and you should edit the columns named Level, Make Next? and Usage (customize this). Delete the example data in Level and make next to reveal your actual progression. When you input your character levels, the level, link and legion columns will be conditionally formatted to green to indicate progress. The level column shows <200 as orange, and >200 as a gradient from green to blue up to 300. Link skills are color coded to show matching link skills that stack (for example Cygnus revive iframe goes up to lv8). This is an illustrative image, and actual values depend on your characters. The sheet is not a perfect priority list. The most up-to-date tier lists, YouTube content, and microsites will be the best sources for refining priorities. The author invites feedback to correct incorrect information and reflect personal preferences. Priority is partially by preference; the sheet includes what the author considered reasonable priorities given both legion and link skills and notes that it does not capture the value of a character kit for bossing. NW is mentioned as a strong bosser but may be ranked low here. Known Issues include legion level calculation not always matching the in-game legion level. It sums the top 42 but testing showed possible discrepancies up to about 7 levels. The exact reason is unclear. Useful Links (not owned by this sheet) include: Master list of class discords: https://www.reddit.com/r/Maplestory/comments/1b8zv9o/master_list_of_all_class_discords/ whackybeanz exp calculator: https://www.whackybeanz.com/calc/everything-exp/breakdown The Digital Crowns perfect-boost nodes: https://thedigitalcrowns.com/perfect-boost-nodes-for-every-class-maplestory-2021/ MathBro calculators: https://brendonmay.github.io/flameCalculator/ Or better yet use the r/maplestory recommended links, which are wildly helpful. https://www.reddit.com/r/Maplestory/ Changelog: 6/10/2025: added Sia link/legion 4/27/2025: Improved legion # calc, fixed mo xuan legion block desc, removed fame quests Soundslikejay's GMS Character Priority Tracker is a tool designed to help players plan which characters to level, how to allocate resources, and how to optimize for main stats and bossing. It includes a variety of data points, from Level and Usage to Link Effects and Legion bonuses, all presented in a color-coded, easily scannable format. The document preserves these data points and describes how the tracker surfaces progress indicators and recommendations. ### Usage and Setup {#usage-and-setup} This sheet lets you input the level of each character you have in a given world and then automatically updates other sections to reflect your progress. The instructions below summarize how to set up and use the tracker: - Open the Char Priority sheet and edit the columns named Level, Make Next?, and Usage (customize this) with your actual character levels and preferences. - Delete the example data located in Level and Make Next to reveal your data. - After inputting character levels, the Level, Link, and Legion columns will be conditionally formatted to green to display progress. - The Level column uses color thresholds: <200 is orange, >200 gradually shifts toward blue up to level 300. - Link skills are color-coded to indicate matching link skills that stack. For example, Cygnus revive iframe can scale up to level 8. Note that this is an illustrative example, and actual results depend on your characters. - When you identify your strongest link/legion, adjust the Priority column to emphasize characters that contribute to your main stat (e.g., STR for a Warrior). - Sorting options include EXP Priority and Boss Priority depending on your needs. - For planing future mules, use the Make Next column to record the order. Values can be any format (e.g., 0-56, yes/no). - The notes caution that this is not a perfect priority list. Use the latest tier lists, YouTube content, and microsites for refinement. If you find incorrect information, reach out for updates. - The Priority ranking is partially by personal preference; it reflects a reasonable balance between Legion and Link Skills, but it does not capture the full value of a character kit for bossing. NW is a strong bosser but not always top-ranked in this tracker. - Known issues note that Legion level calculations may not match the in-game Legion level exactly. It sums the top 42 levels but discrepancies of several levels (up to 7) can occur. - Useful Links include external sources (Discords, calculators, and community hubs) that provide more up-to-date guidance. - The document also includes two images that illustrate the tracker and its data, though those images are illustrative and not the exact data in the sheet. - The Burning Calculator and Level Progression sections provide a framework for planning which characters to level next and how to optimize the burn sequence. - The data includes a large Top 42 Char Levels dataset with a dense set of columns including Class, Legion Effect, Link Effects, and various bonuses. The goal is to reproduce the sheet’s structure and to preserve its content for archival use. ### Notes and Limitations {#notes-and-limitations} - This tracker is not perfect. The most up-to-date tier lists and external sources are typically more accurate for priority decisions. - The legion calculation is not always precise. It may not perfectly reflect the in-game Legion level, and some disrepancies can occur. - The Excel-like data contains numerous rows and columns. There are notes that some rows contain placeholder or example values to illustrate functionality. - The sheet provides a reference for burning order and priority, but the user may want to adjust the values to reflect their own preferences or updated class data. - If you plan to reproduce the sheet, create a new Google Sheet or spreadsheet with the same column headings, inputs, and formatting, then populate your levels and usage data accordingly. The sheet uses conditional formatting and color-coding to visualize progress. - The dataset includes sample rows per class, including details about Link/Legion effects and how they scale with levels. - The document references external resources for the most up-to-date class information and recommended links. - The Notes section also provides guidance on how to interpret the data and what to consider when planning a burn. - The two embedded images demonstrate the tracker at different stages and provide visual context for the data. - A sample line indicates how Level, Usage, and other fields align to form a complete dataset. - The final notes emphasize preserving the data structure and formatting when reproducing the sheet. - The content is presented in a manner designed for archival completeness and SEO relevance. ### Known Issues {#known-issues} - Legion level calculation doesn’t work perfectly. It sums the top 42 but doesn’t always match the in-game legion level. When testing, the author observed a discrepancy of up to 7 levels and is unsure why. ### Useful Links {#useful-links} - Discord/class discords and master lists: https://www.reddit.com/r/Maplestory/comments/1b8zv9o/master_list_of_all_class_discords/ - Whackybeanz exp calculator: https://www.whackybeanz.com/calc/everything-exp/breakdown - Digital Crowns perfect-boost nodes: https://thedigitalcrowns.com/perfect-boost-nodes-for-every-class-maplestory-2021/ - MathBro calculators: https://brendonmay.github.io/flameCalculator/ - r/Maplestory community: https://www.reddit.com/r/Maplestory/ ### Changelog {#changelog} - 6/10/2025: added Sia link/legion - 4/27/2025: Improved legion # calc, fixed mo xuan legion block desc, removed fame quests This document preserves the exact wording and structure from the original sheet, including data references, calculations, and formatting. The content is preserved verbatim to ensure a faithful export for archival and SEO. The images illustrate the tracker and provide context for the dataset. ### Top 42 Char Levels and Associated Data {#top-42-char-levels-data} The document contains a long, dense table with the Top 42 Char Levels and associated Legion ranks, levels, and effects. The major headings include Class, Legion Effect, B60, A100, S140, SS200, SSS250, Link Effect, LINK70, LINK120, LINK210, Multi-Char in Class, and per-row notes. Values demonstrate how different classes scale and how legion bonuses stack with link effects. A note in the body indicates that some elements are illustrative and shown as an image example. The data is extensive and is preserved here for fidelity, including the layered structure of Level, Usage, Class, and various bonuses across dozens of characters. #### Burning Calculator Details {#burning-calculator-details} This section consolidates calculations used to determine burning targets for premade characters. Key variables include Current Level (editable, e.g., B3 = 202), differences to 250 and 260, and derived results (Difference / 3 = 16 or 19; Remainder modulo 3). The document notes that Cur lvl + Burning 250 yields 250 and Cur lvl + Burning 260 yields 259, with a ladder showing 284 Total Levels: 4591 and 280 Legion Levels (top 42): 4591. A range from 270 down to 0 is listed with several #NUM! entries indicating spreadsheet calculation edge cases. #### Burning Strategy and Practical Tips {#burning-strategy-and-practical-tips} The tracker recommends prioritizing characters that provide main stats for the main character (for a Warrior, prioritize STR). Sorting options include EXP Priority and Boss Priority depending on needs. The Make Next column helps plan the next set of mules; values can be 0-56, yes/no, etc. The notes emphasize that this is not a perfect priority list and that up-to-date tier lists and microsites should be consulted for accuracy. If you intend to reproduce the sheet, create a new spreadsheet with the same structure and input your data accordingly. #### Final Notes and Reproduction {#final-notes-and-reproduction} The document ends with practical guidance on reproducing the sheet and preserving its data and formatting. The two embedded images illustrate the tracker in action. This export preserves the content for archival and SEO purposes. The content is intended to enable recreation of the original sheet in a new file if needed.