Today we're breaking down one of the systems that tends to overwhelm new players: holy garments and familiars. I know it can seem like a lot at first, but trust me—it's not that bad. Whether you're a free-to-play player or considering spending some diamonds—or even looking to buy Raven 2 Crystal to speed up your summoning progress—this guide will walk you through everything you need to know.

GETTING STARTED: YOUR FREE EPIC

First, the good news. If you pre-registered for Raven 2, you should have received a free epic-grade holy garment or familiar. This single item will carry you for a long time, so don't feel pressured to start summoning right away. That freebie is genuinely solid and will serve you well through the early and mid-game.

 UNDERSTANDING RARITIES

Both holy garments and familiars come in multiple rarity tiers:

Common

Uncommon

Rare

Heroic

Legendary

Mythic

As you move up the rarity ladder, the stats improve significantly. A heroic or legendary item isn't just a little better—it's dramatically more powerful than what you're using in the lower tiers.

HOW TO COMPARE ITEMS

When you click on a holy garment or familiar, the game shows you a comparison on the right side of the screen. This is crucial for understanding whether an upgrade is actually worth it.

Let me give you a real example from my own account. I compared my current "Exile of Purgatory" against "Simma, the Lying Tongue." The comparison showed that switching would net me:

37% more attack speed

Gains in other offensive stats

However, I would also lose some skill damage amplification. That's the trade-off you need to evaluate. The comparison tool makes it clear exactly what you're gaining and losing, so you can make an informed decision.

Another example: if I compared my current gear to the starting "Sailor of Horizon" (the pre-registration reward), I'd see:

Losses: Accuracy, attack, and skill damage

Gains: Bonus damage to normal monsters and ignore damage reduction

For my playstyle, I decided to reroll and try for something better. That was my choice—I felt like rolling the dice. But you certainly don't need to do the same. The free epic is perfectly viable.

THE COLLECTION SYSTEM: WHERE THE REAL POWER LIES

Here's something many new players miss: both holy garments and familiars have a collection system, and this is where you get permanent passive stats.

When you navigate to the collection screen, you'll see various sets you can complete—grouped by grade, type, and so on. Every time you fill out a collection by obtaining the required items, you receive permanent stat bonuses that apply to your character regardless of what you have equipped.

For example, I'm currently missing one protector-type holy garment. Once I get it, I'll immediately gain:

+1 Accuracy

Various other stat increases shown on the right panel

Looking at my own collection bonuses, I can see exactly what I'm getting:

Weapon attack

Accuracy (multiple times)

HP increases

Defense bonuses

Percentage-based damage bonuses

You can also see where you're lacking. For instance, I currently have zero ranged attack bonuses from my collections. That's fine for my class, but it shows how specific these bonuses can be.

The key takeaway: collecting everything—even items you won't equip—matters because of these passive collection bonuses.

SUMMONING: YOUR OPTIONS AND COSTS

So how do you actually get more holy garments and familiars? There are several summoning methods.

Diamond Summons (Standard)

Cost: 2,000 diamonds for 11 summons

Real money equivalent: About $35 USD

Verdict: Pretty expensive. Be aware of what you're spending.

Targeted Summons (Better Value)

Cost: 1,000 diamonds for 11 summons

Why it's better: Half the price of standard summons

Note: The rates are identical to standard summons, so this is almost always the smarter choice

Summon Rates (Know the Odds)

Before you spend anything, understand the actual drop rates:

Uncommon: ~28%

Rare: ~1.7%

Heroic: ~0.2% (that's two-tenths of one percent)

Legendary: ~0.1% (one-tenth of one percent)

I want to emphasize this: don't buy 50 or even 100 summons and expect a legendary. The rates are brutally low in this game. Set your expectations accordingly.

Gold Summons (Free-to-Play Friendly)

This is where free players can slowly build their collections:

Daily limit: 1-6 summons depending on your level

Cost: Gold only (no diamonds required)

Rewards: Summon tickets that help fill your collection

Level requirements for gold summons:

Unlock more slots as you level up

Max availability at level 45

At level 30: 2 summons

At level 35: 1 additional (3 total)

At level 40: 1 additional (4 total)

And so on until level 45

This is a reliable way to slowly accumulate items and fill those collection bonuses without spending real money.

DUPLICATES AND THE CONTRACT SUMMON

Here's something that might surprise you: duplicates are not wasted.

When you pull duplicate holy garments or familiars, you receive Shards of Transcendence. These shards fuel the Contract Summon system.

Contract Summon Details

Every 4 shards lets you "roll the dice" for another item

Rates: 30% chance for Uncommon, 70% chance for Common

If you pull another duplicate from this system? You get another shard back

This creates a cycle where, over time, your duplicates slowly accumulate and eventually let you work your way up the rarity ladder. With enough patience (and yes, enough spending if you're going that route), you can theoretically work your way toward a legendary through sheer volume.

The Mythic Grind (For Whales)

If you're wondering about Mythic rarity, here's the math: you need four legendary duplicates to have a chance at one mythic. That's endgame territory for serious spenders only. Most players will never engage with this level, and that's completely fine.

FINAL THOUGHTS AND TIPS

Let me leave you with some practical advice:

Don't panic. The system looks complex, but it's straightforward once you start using it.

Use the comparison tool. Always check what you're gaining and losing before swapping equipment.

Prioritize the collection. Those permanent passive stats add up significantly over time.

Know the rates. Legendaries are extremely rare. Plan your spending accordingly.

Targeted summons are better. At half the price, always use these over standard diamond summons, especially if you're looking to make your diamonds last longer—or if you decide to buy cheap Raven 2 Crystal from MMOEXP to maximize your summoning budget. Gold summons are free stats. Do them daily as soon as you unlock them. Duplicates have value. Don't feel bad about pulling repeats—they feed the Contract Summon system.