Contents
In short
- Transcendence is a timed 5-player dungeon mode with 4 stages per dungeon — [Community ×2].
- Season 1 dungeons: Deus Research Base and Shattered Arkanis — [Community ×2].
- Stage gates: item level 1,600 / 1,900 / 2,200 / 2,500 — [Community ×2].
- Rewards are Arcana cards; the grade scales with the stage. Reward counts refill +1 every 12 hours, up to 14 — [Community ×2].
- Your score depends on clear speed and a deathless run; seasonal Rank Points decide season-end rewards.
AtielTranscendenceArcanaOdyle EnergyDeus Research BaseShattered Arkanis
Transcendence is AION 2’s timed group challenge. A party of 5 races through a dungeon, and faster, cleaner clears score higher. It is the main source of Arcana, so it drives item level after Expedition.
Status labels: [Official], [Community ×N], [Single source], [KR/TW].
How does Transcendence work?
| Rule | Value | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Group | 5 players | [Community ×2] |
| Format | Timed; 4 stages per dungeon | [Community ×2] |
| Score | Kill speed and deathless run | [Community ×2] |
| Reward count | +1 every 12 hours, cap 14, from item level 1,600 | [Community ×2] |
| Reward cost | 40 Odyle Energy | [Community ×2] |
| Extra limits | 2 per day per dungeon (cap 4); 28 final-boss kills per week | [Single source] |
NC lists Transcendence as live content in its Oct 14 patch notes, with the weekly event mission “Clear Transcendence Dungeon 1 time” — [Official].
Season 1 dungeons and stage gates
Both Season 1 dungeons share the same item level gates — [Community ×2]:
| Stage | Item level | Deus Research Base affix | Shattered Arkanis affix |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,600 | — | — |
| 2 | 1,900 | Balance | Poison Blood |
| 3 | 2,200 | + Wrath | + Elevation |
| 4 | 2,500 | + Judgment | + Tolerance |
Affix names: [Single source]. Affixes stack: stage 3 keeps the stage 2 affix and adds a new one.
See the catalog entries: Deus Research Base and Shattered Arkanis. Final bosses: Atiel (Deus Research Base, short guide) and Talisra of the Void (Shattered Arkanis, guide in preparation).
What rewards do you get?
- Arcana cards. Higher stages give higher grades — [Community ×2]. One guide says basic cards add +20 item level and green cards +40, upgradeable to Lv. 10 — [Single source].
- Rank Points. Your seasonal rank decides season-end rewards — [Community ×2]. Season 1 runs Sep 30 – Dec 16, 2026 — [Community ×2].
- Event: until Nov 4, 2026 (CET), clears also drop Candy Key Fragments for the Halloween event — [Official].
How to climb stages
- Enter at 1,600 and farm stage 1 until the group clears with time to spare.
- Push item level with Arcana and enhancement before each gate.
- Avoid deaths. A deathless run is part of the score.
- Plan for affixes. Pick the dungeon whose affix suits your group.
- Spend reward counts. They cap at 14 — do not let them sit full.
What comes next?
- Client data read by one site lists Submerged Life Temple for Season 2 (from Dec 16, 2026) and Mirror of Scarlet Desire for Season 3 — [Single source], not announced by NC.
- KR/TW used lower gates (1,200 / 1,500 / 1,800 / 2,200) — [KR/TW], reported, not read directly.
Terms: Transcendence, Arcana, Odyle Energy.
FAQ
What item level do I need for Transcendence?
Stage 1 opens at item level 1,600. Stages 2, 3 and 4 need 1,900, 2,200 and 2,500 on Global (2 community sources). KR used lower gates.
How often can I get Transcendence rewards?
Your reward count grows by 1 every 12 hours, up to 14, once you reach item level 1,600. Each reward also costs Odyle Energy (40 per reward, community).
What are Arcana?
Arcana are cards that add stats and item level. Transcendence is their main source. One guide says basic cards add +20 item level and green cards +40.
Will there be new Transcendence dungeons?
Client data read by one site lists Submerged Life Temple for Season 2 from Dec 16, 2026. NC has not announced it, so treat it as unconfirmed.
Sources
We rewrite facts from sources in our own words and link to the originals.
- MetaBot — Transcendence — stages, gates, affixes, reward counters, seasonal rotation (client data) · accessed Oct 15, 2026
- KeenGamer — Daily and weekly checklist — Season 1 dungeons, gates, +1 per 12 h, cap 14, Odyle 40 · accessed Oct 15, 2026
- Mein-MMO (EN) — Equipment guide: best PvE gear fast — timed format, score, Arcana item level · accessed Oct 15, 2026
- Mein-MMO — AION 2 Endgame-Tipps (gear) — Arcana from Transcendence · accessed Oct 15, 2026
- Patch Notes Oct 13 (PDT) / Oct 14 (CEST) — event mission: Clear Transcendence Dungeon 1 time; Candy Key Fragments · accessed Oct 15, 2026
- Special Quai Membership — Odyle Energy option in Transcendence · accessed Oct 15, 2026
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