Fastest Alt Leveling: Reach 80-90 Overnight

Efficient Leveling Strategies for Alts

After reaching level 90 and completing the campaign, replaying the entire process with your alternate characters (alts) might seem daunting. Luckily, there are four current methods to efficiently level alts in Midnight. Three of these methods are speed-focused, while another offers a more engaging approach. This guide will cover all four methods, as well as some preparation tips to enhance your leveling experience.

Preparation for Efficient Leveling

To maximize your leveling efficiency, consider stacking various XP buffs before you begin:

• Warband Mentor Buff: Grants 5% additional experience for each character at level 90, stacking up to 25% for five characters.
• War Mode: Depending on faction balance, offers an additional 15-25% XP for kills and quest completions.
• Dark Moon Faire: Offers a 10% XP bonus through a Dark Moon top hat, which you can activate from anywhere. Stock up on Dark Moon prize tickets to get these hats, recognizing they expire when the fair ends.

To stockpile Dark Moon prize tickets effectively:

1. Purchase 100 Dark Moon Dagger Moth fish from the auction house.
2. Visit the fishing vendor on Dark Moon Island and buy the faded treasure map.
3. Locate fixed treasure spots on the island for the tickets.

   This method works per character, providing multiple characters with tickets. Additionally, purchasing Dark Moon quest items from the auction house allows you to hand them in for more tickets and approximately 90,000 XP after level 81. Utilize any leftover bottles of Mysterious Wisdom from previous events, as they provide an additional 10% XP boost without time restrictions.

Gear Preparation

Equipping your alts with ILE 180 gear at level 81 can also speed up your leveling process:

• Head: Obtained from Eversong
• Neck: Available in Zolaman
• Waist: Found in Harendar
• Hands: Bought in Voidstorm

Fill any additional gear slots through the auction house by filtering for your level bracket.

Method 1: Established Route

The popular leveling route by Zoras takes approximately 3 to 5 hours:

1. Level to 81 in Kazalgar, grinding either bees outside Cinder Brew Metery or elite mobs on Siren Isle.
2. Skip the Midnight intro and run all 10 delves on tier one, completing but not handing in Delver's Call quests.
3. Quest through Eversong, Zolaman, and Harendar until around level 87 or 88, based on warband mentor stacks.
4. Enable War Mode for an XP boost and then hand in Delver's Call quests to gain about two levels.
5. At level 89, learn a Midnight crafting profession (tailoring or engineering) and complete first craft bonuses to reach level 90.

Method 2: Solo Delve Grind

For those who prefer minimal questing:

• Solo Shadow Guard Point in Voidstorm on tier one or tier two for an extra 10% XP.
• Utilize Valyira's campfire for a 5% stat buff before each run.
• Pull and defeat multiple shadow guard steel soul elites to quickly gain XP.

This method can yield approximately one level every 20 to 30 minutes when the Calamitous Story event is active. It remains an excellent option for those who enjoy a straightforward, repetitive process with no external distractions.

By following these methods and preparation tips, leveling your alts in Midnight can be a more efficient and enjoyable experience.

Route 3: Follow the Arrow

If you're tired of planning routes for your alts, consider using the "Follow the Arrow" approach. This method utilizes a free add-on created by Haroldan, inspired by his extensive experience in creating written leveling guides. The add-on provides an on-screen arrow indicating where to go next, streamlining the process and reducing the need for decision-making.

• Follow routes similar to Method 1 but at tier 2 difficulty.
• Warns about auto hand-in settings to prevent quest mishaps.
• Expected time: 4 to 5 hours, with a faster pace possible through experienced preparation.

Even though this method reduces decision fatigue, staying mindful of quest hand-ins is crucial to avoid wasting progress.

Route 4: Weekly Quests and Side Activities

For those who prefer a well-rounded experience, focusing on weekly quests and side activities might be the best option. Below level 90, these tasks offer reputation, gold, and XP, making them ideal for alt leveling.

Benefits include:

1. Experience gains from standard quests.
2. Rewards from Prey Hunts such as 20,000 XP and key shards.
3. Account-wide progression with daily hunts and achievements.

   Not only does this method enhance your character's strength, but it also builds reputation and achievements. Side quests, packed with narrative depth, offer additional zone achievements, increasing your renown and earning lore master credits. By the time your character reaches level 90, you could have several pieces of mid-tier gear, providing a valuable head start. While this route might be slower, it enhances the overall gameplay experience by expanding your engagement with the game's rich storytelling.

Quick Tips for Efficient Traveling

1. Use the "Personal Key to the Argentina" toy to teleport to Silver Moon every 15 minutes.
2. Combine teleportation options to traverse the map quickly.
3. Utilize a leave delve macro to ease departure from delve activities.

   These tips can optimize your travel efficiency, making the leveling journey smoother and faster. Combining these methods and routes allows for a flexible and engaging experience as you level your alts efficiently.