Lineage Classic's Sharna Transformation Scroll received a second buff in the November 11 update. Although its attack speed has increased once more, the scroll's description lacks specific figures, making it difficult to gauge how much it has changed compared to before.
Players evaluate that even the buffed Sharna transformation remains slower than Level 52 transformations. In this test, we compared video footage of the Sharna transformation before and after the patch to measure how many more times a character swings a one-handed sword under identical conditions.
One-Handed Sword Attack Speed Increased by ~3.6% Results of Continuous Attacks on a Scarecrow with Stage 2 Haste
In both videos, the scarecrow was attacked continuously using a one-handed sword under Stage 2 Haste. Recorded at 30 frames per second, the benchmark was set to the identical motion of thrusting the sword forward. Pre-patch, 27 attack intervals took 368 frames; post-patch, 33 attack intervals took 434 frames.
| Category | Attack Interval | Converted to 1 Min |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Patch | Approx. 0.454 sec | Approx. 132 hits |
| Post-Nov 11 Patch | Approx. 0.438 sec | Approx. 137 hits |
Converting the average attack interval to a one-minute basis, the hit count increased from approximately 132 hits pre-patch to approximately 137 hits post-patch. Attack speed became about 3.6% faster, allowing roughly 5 additional attacks per minute when continuously hitting the same target.
How Big Is the Difference in Hunting? Movement and Target Switching Must Be Factored In
In front of a dummy, attacks can be sustained continuously from a stationary position. In actual hunting, however, time spent moving to the next monster or switching targets must be factored in. The less time spent actively attacking per minute, the fewer extra attacks you can land.
Additionally, as of November 11, the Cash Shop added Fafurion's Sharna Transformation Scroll Box, making Sharna scrolls available for purchase again. However, with more players now capable of using Level 50+ transformations, both the supply and demand for Sharna scrolls have decreased accordingly.
The issue is that diminished listings have driven prices up. Currently on the Deporoju server, there are hardly any street stalls selling Sharna scrolls, and prices are near 10,000 Adena, offering no real merit. Of course, since sales have only just resumed, prices should drop soon. However, if prices remain high, keep in mind that the attack speed buff is not as massive as it might sound, so it is best not to rush into buying them.
For a one-handed sword under Stage 2 Haste, the Sharna transformation became approximately 3.6% faster post-patch.
