Echoes of Emain is a sandbox MMO where you start at the end game: a brand new character has the abilities and equipment to be competitive from the first minute. Progression exists and is meaningful but focused on specializing the character with incremental improvements to existing abilities.
Crafters
Farm, Craft, and Gather. Build a Homestead. Explore the world. Gather resources in an ever changing world. Befriend the villagers. You are coveted for the food you produce and the equipment you craft. Perfect your craft, but be careful - the homestead has a limited amount of space!
Thoughts on Crafting and Exploring
PvE
Join large raids, or take on tougher dungeons with a coordinated group. Progress your character, compete for clear records, and find recipes and loot coveted by the Crafters.
PvP
Join the main battle to capture keeps and siege castles, or take your group off the beaten path to fight over flags and towers. Earn fame, specialize your character, and bring loot back to the Crafters.