# Ellinia

The forest town where Magicians begin their job path. Grendel the Really Old handles both your first advancement and your second-job choice.

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Updated: 2026-10-22

Magician · Forest townThe forest town where Magicians begin their job path. Grendel the Really Old handles both your first advancement and your second-job choice.

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## Who to find in Ellinia

Match your task to the NPC below. These contacts and requirements come from the Grand Launch release notes.

| NPC | What they help with | Requirement |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Grendel the Really Old | Magician advancement | Lv. 10 / 30 |

**Before you set out**All four first jobs, including Magician, advance at level 10 in the Grand Launch notes. Follow the Classic World requirement when you arrive.

## Plan your visit

Choose the activity you are visiting for and check its level requirement before traveling. Leave room in your session for the quest dialogue, your next supplies, and any group you plan to join.

For activities shared across towns, such as housing and citizenship, read the system guide before committing mesos. For job advancement, go to the instructor for your chosen first-job path.

[The Magician path](https://maplestoryclassicwiki.com/classes/magician/)[First & second job advancement](https://maplestoryclassicwiki.com/guides/job-advancement/)[Controls & controller setup](https://maplestoryclassicwiki.com/guides/controls/)

## Continue around Victoria Island

The four first-job destinations serve different tasks. Keep the town guide nearby if your next goal takes you to a different instructor.

[All maps & towns](https://maplestoryclassicwiki.com/maps/)

## Official sources

Facts checked against the sources below on October 22, 2026. Planning advice is written by this independent fan guide.

- [Nexon · Grand Launch Release Notes](https://www.nexon.com/maplestory/news/general/46506/grand-launch-release-notes) · 2026-10-21