Aion 2 Empyrean Trace: 🪶 Monolith Levels and Rewards ✅

  As you explore Atreia, you will notice glowing collectibles floating all over the map. Players call them feathers, and they are far more valuable than they look. Officially, each one is an Aion 2 Empyrean Trace. Collecting every Aion 2 Empyrean Trace feeds a Monolith that grants permanent stats, titles, and upgrade materials for your Revelation Amulet. Because these rewards last forever, they belong in the long-term plan described in our complete Aion 2 character progression guide. So, what is an Aion 2 Empyrean Trace? It is a world collectible that you deliver to your faction's Monolith to raise its level. Home Monoliths in Verteron and Altgard reach level 30 with PvE-focused rewards, while the Abyss Monolith in Reshanta reaches level 20 with PvP rewards.

Aion 2 Empyrean Trace explained

Empyrean Traces are split by region, and each type only works at its matching Monolith. Understanding that rule prevents wasted trips.

Types of Empyrean Traces

Trace	Faction	Region	Focus	Max Monolith level
Verteron Trace	Elyos	Verteron	PvE	30
Altgard Trace	Asmodian	Altgard	PvE	30
Reshanta Trace (Abyss Feather)	Both	Abyss	PvP	20

Key rules to remember

• Region-bound: Each trace type only progresses its own Monolith.
• Faction-locked regions: A character cannot collect both Verteron and Altgard traces, since faction choice locks the other region.
• Fixed progression: Monolith levels follow a fixed table, with no randomness.
• Not Featherdown: Wing Featherdown is a separate wing material, not an Empyrean Trace.

How to unlock the Empyrean Monolith

You can see traces on the map early, but you need to unlock the Monolith system before delivering them.

Unlocking step by step

1. Reach the quest requirement: The Monolith quest appears in Episode 2 with a level 10 requirement, and around level 16 is recommended.
2. Find the quest giver: Elyos talk to Jackson at Dawn Legion Base, while Asmodians talk to Ollen at Safe Haven.
3. Complete the Monolith quest: This opens trace deliveries.
4. Collect traces as you play: Gather them during quests, dungeons, and Strongholds.
5. Deliver at the Monolith: Turn them in to raise the Resonance Level.

How many traces you need

Each home trace gives 4 trace points. Reaching level 30 needs 560 points, which means about 140 pickups out of roughly 560 traces on the map. In contrast, each Abyss trace gives only 1 point. The Abyss Monolith needs 300 points for level 20, with 200 traces collectible at the moment and 100 more tied to the Abyss Core. In other words, home Monoliths reward exploration in your own territory, while the Abyss Monolith asks you to brave a contested PvP zone. Planning for both separately keeps your progress steady on each track.

Aion 2 Empyrean Trace rewards

The Monolith rewards are what make trace collection worthwhile. Every level adds something permanent.

Home Monolith milestones

Level	Trace points	Notable rewards
2	1	Revelation Amulet Enhance Scroll and Hidden Cube Key
5	20	Enhance Scroll, Hidden Cube Key, and attributes
10	70	Inquirer title
15	140	Enhance Scrolls, Soul Codex Resets, and attributes
20	235	Guardian of Verteron or Altgard title
25	375	Enhance Scrolls and Unique Amplify Stone Fragments
30	560	2 Amulet Enhance Scrolls and the Saint of Verteron or Altgard title

Abyss Monolith rewards

• PvP stats: PvP Attack, PvP Defense, Accuracy, Evasion, and Block bonuses.
• Azphel Daevanion Crystals: Granted at almost every level.
• Titles: Guardian of Ereshkigal at level 10 and Saint of Ereshkigal at level 20.

Using your Revelation Amulet Enhance Scrolls

One of the most valuable rewards from home Monoliths is the Revelation Amulet Enhance Scroll. The Monolith gives 30 of them in total.

How the amulet upgrade works

1. Enhance to +10: Use scrolls, Enhance Stones, and Kinah. Enhancement up to +10 cannot fail.
2. Unequip the amulet: Prepare it for the next step.
3. Use Substance Morph: Move the amulet to the next rarity.
4. Repeat: Continue through Rare, Epic, and Unique as more scrolls arrive.

Why the amulet matters

The Revelation Amulet provides Weapon Damage Boost and Penetration, and each +1 adds more Penetration. Therefore, every trace you collect indirectly raises your damage. Moreover, amulet upgrades are safe. The amulet is a quest reward that cannot be destroyed or lost during enhancement, so you can invest your scrolls without worrying about losing progress.

Empyrean Trace Aion 2: smart collection routes

Collecting traces efficiently is about combining them with content you already do. Players who plan their routes finish the Monolith much faster than those who wander.

Where traces fit into your leveling

• Main story: Many traces sit along Episode quest paths, so collect them as you pass.
• Regional quests: Side quests take you to corners of the map where traces often hide.
• Sealed Dungeons and Strongholds: These activities naturally lead you through trace-rich areas.
• Flight routes: Gliding between objectives reveals traces on cliffs and rooftops.

A simple route plan

1. Unlock the Monolith early: Complete the Monolith quest as soon as it appears, so you can start delivering traces right away.
2. Divide each zone into sections: Work through one section at a time.
3. Mark collected traces: Use an interactive map to track progress.
4. Deliver often: Turning traces in regularly unlocks rewards sooner.
5. Finish with the Abyss: Once you reach Reshanta, start on Abyss traces for PvP rewards.

Because you only need about a quarter of the home traces on the map, a relaxed route through your normal content is usually enough. Therefore, there is rarely a reason to grind traces in a dedicated session.

Pro Tips: Aion 2 Empyrean Trace

• Collect while questing: Traces sit along main story and regional routes. Avoid long detours.
• Split zones into sections: Clear one area at a time to avoid backtracking.
• Use an interactive map: Tracking collected traces saves hours of searching.
• Stop when the Monolith is complete: You only need about 140 home pickups for the maximum level.

Common Mistakes players make with Empyrean Traces

1. Delivering to the wrong Monolith: Traces are region-bound. Fix: check the trace type first.
2. Hunting every trace on the map: You do not need all of them. Fix: stop once you hit 560 points.
3. Confusing traces with Featherdown: They are different items. Fix: keep wing materials separate.
4. Ignoring the amulet scrolls: They are the main damage reward. Fix: enhance and morph your amulet regularly.

FAQ: Aion 2 Empyrean Trace

Do alts need to collect traces again?

Progress can carry over to later characters through Sync Empyrean Traces, and trace progression is described as account-wide. Check the Monolith on your alt to see what is already complete.

What happens to extra traces?

After maxing a Monolith, you can still collect traces and convert extras into Power Shards with Substance Morph. Keep them instead of ignoring them.

Can I collect the other faction's traces?

Not on the same character, since faction choice locks the opposing region. A second character on the other faction gives access to that set.

Are the titles worth collecting?

Yes. Titles such as Inquirer, Guardian, and Saint add permanent collection stats to your character, even when they are not equipped. In addition, you can equip three titles at once, so earning more gives you more options.

Should I start with home or Abyss traces?

Start with home traces. They unlock early, give PvE rewards, and fill your amulet scrolls. Abyss traces come later, once you reach Reshanta and start focusing on PvP.

Why your connection matters while collecting traces

Trace collection means long exploration sessions, and Abyss traces sit in a PvP zone. A stable connection keeps both safe and efficient.

How lag slows trace collection

• Rubberbanding mid-flight: You snap back while gliding toward a trace.
• Delayed pickups: Interaction lag keeps you exposed longer.
• Packet loss in the Abyss: Enemy players appear to teleport around you.
• Disconnections: Long routes end before you finish a zone.

How ExitLag helps

ExitLag is a connection optimizer for online games that finds the fastest and most stable route to the Aion 2 servers. Its Multipath Technology sends data through several routes at once, so if one becomes unstable, the others keep you connected. As a result, your exploration stays smooth from start to finish. To get started, download the ExitLag app, search for Aion 2, select your region, and apply the routes.

Aion 2 Empyrean Trace: final tips

Empyrean Traces turn exploration into permanent power. Collect them along your normal routes, deliver them to the right Monolith, and invest the scrolls in your amulet.

Key takeaways

• Traces are region-bound and only progress their matching Monolith.
• Home Monoliths reach level 30 with 560 points, about 140 pickups.
• The Abyss Monolith reaches level 20 with PvP rewards.
• Amulet Enhance Scrolls are the most valuable damage reward.

Your next step

Unlock your Monolith, plan a route, and start collecting every Aion 2 Empyrean Trace you need. Then start your ExitLag free trial to keep every exploration session smooth. All images used in this blog post belong to their respective owners and are used for informational and educational purposes only. They do not imply endorsement or affiliation with the rights holders.