CSC Game · Elite
100 CAP Only Chinese · 5x EXP · Macro · Tri Job, Smuggler Caravan, and Battle Royale
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CSC Game · Elite
CSC GAME · Elite
Classic competition, a living economy, and a new challenge on every route.
- CAP
- 100 Cap
- Race
- Chinese Only
- Main town
- Jangan
Chinese OnlyBeta Opening · 19.10.2026
Grand Opening · 23.10.2026
From Keops to Elite
In November 2025, we began our journey with 80 Cap Keops, aiming to bring new excitement to the Silkroad world and combine the long-missed classic competitive environment with modern systems.
Then we took this journey even further with 90 Cap Arya.
But from the very beginning, we knew these were only the start.
CSC GAME never set out to be a short-term project. We worked to create a long-term Silkroad world through flawlessly executed server merges, uninterrupted events, new systems, and a constantly evolving game structure.
For us, players were never just a number on the server. We listened to our players. We recognized our shortcomings. We learned from our experiences. And now we are bringing all this accumulated experience to a much bigger world.
More than a server
CSC GAME’s goal is not to create a server that stays open for a few months and then move on to a new project.
We want to create a living Silkroad world where players can truly value their characters, guilds, friendships, and the struggles they put into the game.
We started with Keops.
We grew with Arya.
Now, with Elite 100 Cap, we are taking the CSC GAME journey to a new level.
Each new project will be a new step built on the experience we gained in the past.
Classic spirit, new systems
We don't think that what we did yesterday is enough today.
We continuously evaluate feedback from our players, improve our systems, and strive to take the Silkroad experience further.
The following were added to the game with Elite: • Smuggler Caravan • Battle Royale • Unique Collection Book • Season System • Automatic Tournaments
and much more are the result of this approach.
Our goal is to create a much stronger gaming experience with modern systems while preserving the spirit of Silkroad from the past.
The spirit of old Silkroad, powered by next-generation systems.
Server information
- CAP
- 100 Cap
- Race
- Chinese Only
- Mastery
- 330
- Starting level
- Level 1
- Estimated time to reach maximum level
- 2-3 Days
- CTF EXP RATE
- 7x
- DROP RATE
- Clean
- Main city
- Jangan
- EXP RATE
- 5x
- Automation
- Macro System
Moon Drop Timing
Moon Drop will be activated after the first Fortress War is completed.
Server limits
Server limits have been carefully set to ensure fair competition and prevent multiple character use from disrupting game balance.
Login and progression limits
- PC LIMIT
- 2 + Offline Stall
- IP LIMIT
- 4
- JOB LIMIT
- 1
- EVENT LIMIT
- 1
- GUILD LIMIT
- 16
- UNION LIMIT
- 2
- ALCHEMY LIMIT
- +10 No ADV
- DEVIL LIMIT
- +5
Starter package
Starting items for the Elite journey are announced with the quantities and durations below. The aim is to shorten the preparation process and let you jump straight into the adventure.
Catalog icons
Reverse Return Scroll · 50
Instant Return Scroll · 50
Other starting items
HP Potion · 20.000
MP Potion · 20.000
Starter package
Continued · 2Other starting items
Universal Pill · 1.000
100% Speed Scroll · 3 days
Collector Pet · 3 days
Gold · 1M
No estimated icons were assigned because the HP/MP size, Universal Pill variant, and Collector Pet type were not specified. Scroll icons are catalog representations; they do not verify the private server’s grant ID.
Auto Equipment
The Auto Equipment system is designed so that you don’t waste time searching for equipment while leveling up.
Equipment you can use from the start up to 9 Degree: • Clean +5 • Full Blue • 80% Stat
can be prepared.
After equipping the item you got from the NPC, simply use the Auto Equipment button. The system automatically turns your item into +5 Full Blue 80% Stat.
Auto Equipment
Continued · 2Additionally: • 1–8 Degree SUN • 9 Degree MOON
items can be obtained from Magic Pop and mobs at high rates.
Macro system
Instead of complex third-party bot systems that disrupt the game economy, we use an advanced Macro System that provides the essential features you need.
Our goal is not to eliminate automation completely, but to offer our players a more comfortable progression experience while maintaining the game’s balance.
Develop your character, farm, and enjoy the game without dealing with unnecessary programs.
Advanced Settings
Every player has a different way of playing Silkroad.
Some prioritize performance. Some can’t do without visual effects. Others want the simplest possible gaming experience.
For this reason, we shaped our Settings panel according to our players’ feedback.
Macro system
Continued · 2Advanced Settings
By simplifying complex settings in a single panel, we’ve given you more control over your gaming experience.
Tri Job system
The Tri Job System, which has attracted considerable interest among Silkroad players in recent times, will be active in the Elite world.
You can switch to any of the following roles whenever you like, without needing to register: • Trader • Hunter • Thief
A waiting period of 30 minutes applies when switching between the Trader and Thief roles.
Trade and Transparency
We have completely removed the Silk Scroll system.
You can now trade your Silk directly through a stall.
You can use your stall character not only for Gold trading, but also for Silk purchases.
This turns the Silk economy into a much safer and more convenient trading system.
Offline Stall
We don't want your stall character to take up your PC limit.
For this reason, the Offline Stall System will be active in Elite.
After opening your stall, you can activate the Offline Stall feature and continue selling even after your character logs out of the game.
Trade and Transparency
Continued · 2Drop Log
Transparency is not just a promise to us.
The Drop Log shows which character received important drops, on what date and in which region.
We are creating an open, transparent, and fair Silkroad economy for everyone.
Character Data View
You no longer have to guess how powerful a character you're curious about is.
Trade and Transparency
Continued · 3Character Data View
By right-clicking any character, you can view; • Their equipment • Their Job information • Their Unique points • Their stat values and other important information about the character.
Season, VIP and Donate Rank
The Season System is at the heart of Elite's competitive structure.
With the Season Points you earn from events and Uniques, you can improve your season ranking and gain access to special benefits that strengthen your character.
The more active you are, the greater your progress during the season will be.
Special VIP System
Elite has a special VIP system for players who provide the most support to the server.
Depending on how much Silk you spend, you can reach different levels and unlock permanent, specially colored VIP icons that will be displayed next to your character name.
Donate Rank
Transparency extends to Silk spending, too.
Season, VIP and Donate Rank
Continued · 2Donate Rank
You can view Silk spending carried out within the server through the Donate Rank system.
Moon Drop and Magic Pop
Moon items can be obtained from Lv. 90–100 mobs.
However, to protect the server economy and competition in the early period, the Moon Drop system will be activated after the first Fortress War is completed.
Moon Accessory drops have been removed from normal mobs.
Magic Pop
We have completely stripped the Magic Pop system of unnecessary items.
Magic Pop has now been redesigned to contain only genuinely valuable and usable rewards.
Moreover, Magic Pop is not obtained only through Silk.
Moon Drop and Magic Pop
Continued · 2Magic Pop
You can earn Magic Pop Card through Uniques and Dungeons.
Special NPCs in the city
Elite has special NPCs to support your economy and progression systems. Each NPC is configured to support a different aspect of your character's development.
NPCs labeled in the image: SPECIAL GOLD NPC; GIFT SILK NPC; QUEST NPC; STONE NPC.
Alchemy and Devil
The Alchemy system is balanced to keep high plus values truly valuable. The maximum Alchemy level is +10, and Advanced Elixir is not used.
Alchemy success rates
- +1
- 100%
- +2
- 90%
- +3
- 80%
- +4
- 50%
- +5
- 40%
- +6
- 15%
- +7
- 10%
- +8
- 5%
- +9
- 1%
- +10
- 1%
Devil Spirit Rates
The Devil Spirit upgrade system progresses up to a maximum level of +5.
Alchemy and Devil
Continued · 2Devil Spirit rates
- +1
- 100% – 1st Lucky Powder
- +2
- 100% – 1st Lucky Powder
- +3
- 80% – 1st Lucky Powder
- +4
- 50% – 1st Lucky Powder
- +5
- 10% – 1st Lucky Powder
Gold Dragon Flag
You can add 3 Blue Scroll properties of your choice to Gold Dragon Flag. Choose a combination suited to your build from the options below.
Selectable Blue features
- Damage Increase
- %1 / %2 / %3
- Damage Absorption
- %1 / %2 / %3
- STR
- +2 / +3 / +4 / +5
- INT
- +2 / +3 / +4 / +5
- HP
- +400 / +600 / +800 / +1000
- MP
- +400 / +600 / +800 / +1000
- Ignore
- %1 / %2 / %3 / %4 / %5
Pet Buff system
Attack Pets are supported with buffs that directly empower the character instead of debuffs. The catalog pet shown on the scene is representative; it is not claimed to be the same as the special appearance on the poster or the pet given at the start.
Buff values
- STR
- +5
- INT
- +5
- Damage Increase
- +%3
- Parry Rate
- +%10
- Attack Rate
- +%10
- Speed
- +%10
Battle Royale
Battle Royale, one of Elite’s biggest new systems, is a fast-paced PvP event where players start from scratch and try to survive.
Players are sent to a large battlefield.
But here, you cannot fight with your own items.
You have to find everything you need to survive on the battlefield.
LOOT & EQUIPMENT You can obtain Weapon, Armor, Random + Scroll, Blue Scroll, and survival materials from creatures in the Battle Royale area.
You must gain an advantage by collecting the right items before your opponents.
Battle Royale
Continued · 2SHRINKING SAFE ZONE As the event progresses, the safe zone shrinks at set intervals. Players outside the safe area begin taking continuous damage. This forces players to move toward the center of the map and face their opponents.
FINAL SHOWDOWN When the Safe Zone reaches its smallest size, the remaining players will inevitably face off. Being strong alone is not enough to be the last player standing. The right loot, the right position, and the right strategy will determine victory.
Weekly automatic tournaments
- Automatic Weekly Battle Arena Tournament — Every Saturday evening
The system runs the Battle Arena Tournament automatically. The winning Party receives Silk and valuable items; its players also earn the special < Legendary of Battle Arena > tag.
Weekly automatic tournaments
Continued · 2- Automatic Weekly PvP Tournament — Every Saturday
Another major competition held every Saturday will be the Weekly PvP Tournament. The tournament is managed entirely by an automatic system. The winning player will win Silk and valuable items. Players who do not want to participate in the tournament can watch the matches. The champion of the week will also earn the special < Immortal Legend Of Silkroad > tag.
Unique Collection Book
Unique hunting is not just about drops. Each Unique added to the Collection Book grants a permanent passive bonus. This means classic Uniques remain valuable in the future; Collection cards are used as trading materials.
Permanent collection bonuses
- Tiger Girl
- +1000 HP
- Cerberus
- +1000 MP
- Captain Ivy
- +%10 Parry Rate
- Uruchi
- +%10 Attack Rate
- Isyutaru
- +5 STR
- Lord Yarkan
- +5 INT
- Demon Shaitan
- +%3 Damage + %5 Lucky
Quest NPCs and quests
Special quests that you can complete in different areas are available through the Quest NPC.
Quest areas: ▪ JANGAN ▪ Donwhang ▪ Hotan ▪ Taklamakan ▪ Roc Mountain ▪ Lv. 90–100 Mob Areas
90–100 LEVEL MOB QUEST rewards
- Quest
- Hunt 10.000 mobs
- Reward
- 3x Immortal
- Reward
- 3x Astral
- Reward
- 10x All Elixirs
Quest NPCs and quests
Continued · 2JOB QUEST rewards
- Quest
- Hunt 1.000 Job mobs
- Reward
- 3x Immortal
- Reward
- 3x Astral
- Reward
- 10x All Elixirs
Normal caravan
The Job economy operates on the normal caravan route: Jangan → Donwhang. Hunters earn for every Trader they protect, while Thieves earn for every good they steal. The Caravan limit system will be connected to the Season System; details will be announced on the server's Discord channel.
Jangan → Donwhang
- Goods purchase
- 10M
- Goods sale
- 50M
- Trader profit
- 40M
- Hunter earnings per protected Trader
- 7M Gold
- Thief / stolen goods
- 10M Gold
- Caravan limit
- 15 trips
Normal caravan
Continued · 2After completing 15 trips
- Immortal
- 3
- Astral
- 3
Special Caravan
The excitement of Special Trade now continues on the Petra Map! You can earn profit by trading on this specially activated map and experience Silkroad’s classic caravan gameplay on a new route.
Special Caravan
Continued · 2How It Works? ▪ Special Trade Hours: When the event time arrives, visit the current Trade NPC in Jangan. ▪ Special Goods: Purchase Red Silk – Special goods from the NPC’s 2nd slot. ▪ Trade Route: Deliver the goods you purchased to the special NPC located on the Petra Map. ▪ Sales and Earnings: To earn Gold, you must sell your goods only to the NPC in Petra. You cannot earn Gold from sales to Donwhang. ▪ One-Way Trade: The Special Trade route runs only in the JANGAN → Petra direction. Trade goods cannot be purchased from Petra.
Smuggler Job Caravan
One of Elite’s biggest Job activities, Smuggler Caravan pits Hunter and Thief players against each other in a major battle.
Event Flow
A server notification will be sent 10 minutes before the event begins. Put on your Job Suit and prepare for battle. When the event begins, Smuggler Caravan appears in the Jangan South Gate area and automatically starts moving toward Donwhang. When you wear a Job Suit, the Event Statistics and Teleport to Caravan options will become active on your screen.
Smuggler Job Caravan
Continued · 2Hunter and Thief Rules
HUNTER Hunters’ task is to protect Smuggler Caravan and escort it to the Donwhang Safe Zone. Kill Thieves and escort the Caravan to earn points. However, if the Thief you kill is not near the Caravan, you will not earn a Kill Point.
THIEF Thieves’ task is to disable the Hunters and destroy Smuggler Caravan. By attacking the Caravan, you can reduce its HP and cause trade goods to drop on the ground. All players registered as Thieves can collect the dropped goods and sell them like normal Trade Goods to earn Gold.
Smuggler Job Caravan
Continued · 3Caravan HP and Event End
Smuggler Caravan has 20 HP Bars. Each destroyed bar drops another wave of Trade Goods. Thieves win by destroying all 20 bars before the Caravan reaches Donwhang Safe Zone. Hunters win by escorting it safely to Donwhang.
Hunters will also earn extra rewards based on Kill count and protection time. Smuggler Caravan will replace Special Caravan after the first Fortress War. HP and reward details will be announced via Discord.
Forgotten World
Classic Silkroad dungeon system; valuable rewards for character progression.
Forgotten World DungeonAbout Forgotten World
Forgotten World is not just about collecting Talismans; it offers rewards that support character progression.
Dungeon Rewards
- God Bless
- %10
- Immortal
- 2
- Astral
- 2
- Magic Pop Card
- 2
- Pet Buff
- %5
- Collection Book Talisman
- Amount not specified
Devil Garden
You can obtain progression materials by defeating mobs and Uniques in Devil Garden.
Intermediate Unique
- Immortal
- 1
- Astral
- 1
- Magic Pop Card
- 1
Boss Unique
- Immortal
- 2
- Astral
- 2
- Magic Pop Card
- 2
- God Bless
- %10
Devil Garden
Continued · 2Boss Unique
- Moon Accessory
- %3
Jupiter Dungeon
Prepare to encounter the dark side of Roman mythology.
Jupiter Dungeon DungeonAbout Jupiter Dungeon
Prepare to encounter the dark side of Roman mythology.
Jupiter Dungeon will be one of the challenging activities where only brave warriors are rewarded.
Jupiter Dungeon Rewards
- Intermediate Unique
- 1x Immortal; 1x Astral; 1x Magic Pop Card
- Boss Unique
- 2x Immortal; 2x Astral; 2x Magic Pop Card; %10 God Bless; %2 Moon Weapon
Holy Water Temple
More valuable and functional dungeon content.
Holy Water Temple DungeonAbout Holy Water Temple
Holy Water Temple is now much more valuable and useful. You can obtain important materials you will need for character progression through this dungeon.
Holy Water Temple Rewards
- Intermediate Unique
- 1x Immortal; 1x Astral; 1x Magic Pop Card
- Boss Unique
- 1x Immortal; 1x Astral; 2x Magic Pop Card; %10 God Bless; %5 Moon Shield
Achievement System
Showcase your achievements on your character.
Achievement System Character ProgressionAbout the Achievement System
You won't be the only one who knows about the achievements you've completed in Elite. You can earn special titles from Uniques and events. If hunting Uniques is your thing, complete your Unique Achievements. If PvP is essential to you, defeat your rivals in events and earn PvP titles.
Showcase your achievements on your character.
Normal Unique Hunts
Earn Coin, cards, and season rewards from Normal Unique hunts.
Normal Unique Hunts Unique SystemNormal Unique Rules and Reward Types
Normal Uniques respawn 30 minutes after being killed.
By hunting Uniques, you can earn Coin, Magic Pop Card, Season Point, Gift Silk, and Collection Book rewards.
Normal Unique Rewards — 1–4
| Konu | Coin | Magic Pop Card | Season Point | Gift Silk | Collection Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger Girl | 1 | 1 | 1 | Yes · quantity unspecified | Yes · quantity unspecified |
| Cerberus | 2 | 2 | 2 | Yes · quantity unspecified | Yes · quantity unspecified |
| Captain Ivy | 3 | 3 | 3 | Yes · quantity unspecified | Yes · quantity unspecified |
| Uruchi | 4 | 3 | 4 | Yes · quantity unspecified | Yes · quantity unspecified |
Normal Unique Rewards — 1–4
Continued · 2Normal Unique Rewards — 5–7 (Continued)
| Konu | Coin | Magic Pop Card | Season Point | Gift Silk | Collection Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isyutaru | 5 | 3 | 5 | Yes · quantity unspecified | Yes · quantity unspecified |
| Lord Yarkan | 6 | 3 | 6 | Yes · quantity unspecified | Yes · quantity unspecified |
- Demon Shaitan — Coin
- 7
- Demon Shaitan — Magic Pop Card
- 5
- Demon Shaitan — Season Point
- 7
- Demon Shaitan — Gift Silk
- Yes · quantity unspecified
Normal Unique Rewards — 1–4
Continued · 3Normal Unique Rewards — 5–7 (Continued)
- Demon Shaitan — God Bless
- %10
- Demon Shaitan — Collection Book
- Yes · quantity unspecified
Element Uniques
Appears at four different locations on Roc Mountain.
Element Uniques Unique SystemElement Unique Rules and Rewards
Element Uniques that appear at four different locations on Roc Mountain respawn 4 hours after being killed.
Element Uniques: • Gnome — INT • Salamander — INT • Sylph — STR • Undine — STR
Element Unique Drops: • 1x God Bless • 16x Coin • 4x Immortal • 4x Astral • 25% Random Moon Part
Element Uniques
Continued · 2Element Unique Rules and Rewards
Unique Killer: 10 Season Points Party Members: 5 Season Points
Arabian Uniques
The Unique competition is spreading to different regions of the map.
Arabian Uniques Unique SystemArabian Unique Rules and Rewards
The Arabian Unique system spreads the Unique competition to different regions of the map. These Uniques spawn every 5 hours.
• Karkadan — INT / STR — Jangan • Kidemonas — INT / STR — Donwhang • Khulood — INT / STR — Hotan
Arabian Unique Drops: • 1x God Bless • 16x Coin • 4x Immortal • 4x Astral
Unique Killer: 10 Season Points Party Members: 5 Season Points
Job Cave Uniques
You will face powerful Uniques while battling rival Job players in Job Cave.
Job Cave Uniques Unique SystemJob Cave Unique Rules and Rewards
Job Cave Uniques: • Neith — INT • Selket — STR • Isis — INT • Anubis — STR
Drop: • 50% Moon Accessory • 4x Immortal • 4x Astral • 16x Coin • 2x LMP • 1x God Bless
Unique Killer: 15 Season Point Party Members: 10 Season Point
Job Boss Unique
Compete for the Job Boss that appears randomly in Taklamakan.
Job Boss Unique Unique SystemJob Boss Rules and Rewards
The Job Boss, which appears every 12 hours at any point in Taklamakan, will keep competition lively with its random spawn system. You cannot know the spawn location in advance. Find it before your rivals and claim the rewards.
Job Boss Drop: • 50% Moon Weapon • 8x Immortal • 8x Astral • 16x Coin • 2x LMP • 1x God Bless
Unique Killer: 20 Season Point Party Members: 10 Season Point
Medusa
Unique battles
Medusa CSCMedusa will be one of the server's most valuable Unique battles.
Medusa Solo Drop
- Weapon
- %50
- Coin · source line 1
- 16x
- Immortal
- 4x
- Astral
- 4x
- Coin · source line 2
- 15x
- LMP
- 1x
- God Bless
- 1x
- Gift Silk
- 250
- Season Point
- 30
Medusa
Continued · 2Medusa Party Drop
- Weapon
- %100
- Coin · source line 1
- 16x
- Immortal
- 8x
- Astral
- 8x
- Coin · source line 2
- 15x
- LMP
- 1x
- God Bless
- 1x
- Gift Silk
- 250
- Season Point
- 30
Party Member Bonus Reward
Party members will also earn 10 Season Points.
Medusa
Continued · 3Two Coin lines in the source
The poster lists 16x Coin and 15x Coin separately in both the Solo and Party tables. They have not been combined or removed; the valid amount should be confirmed with the administration. The expansion of LMP and the SOX type of Weapon are not explained in this table.
Event World
Competition in Elite will not be limited to Unique and Job battles. Many automatic and special events will be active. Take part in different challenges every day and develop your character not only by farming, but also by competing.
Event List
- Legend of Legends
- Battle of Fittest
- Cataclysm
Event World
Continued · 2Event List
- Server Battle Arena
- Battle Arena Global
- Battle Arena Solo
- Battle Arena Party
Event World
Continued · 3Event List
- Tower Defend
- Styria Clash
- Survival Solo
- Survival Party
Event World
Continued · 4Event List
- Last Party Standing
- Pennenial
- Unique & PvP Matching
Jangan Fortress War
Only Jangan Fortress War will be active in Elite.
The Guild that captures the fortress each week will receive a TL cash prize.
The Fortress War cash prize will be awarded for a minimum of 3 weeks, as long as competition continues.
If competition on the server continues at a sufficient level, the administration may decide to continue the reward system after week 3 as well.
Tax System & Gold Reward
The Fortress-owning Guild can set the fortress tax. The Tax rate cannot be negative. Maximum Tax: 3%.
Jangan Fortress War
Continued · 2Tax System & Gold Reward
All NPCs located in Main Town are included in the Tax system. In Elite, Fortress War will be a major battle not only for prestige, but also for control of the server economy.
Elite 100 CAP
Our journey, which began with Keops, grew with Arya.
Elite 100 CAP CSC GAMECSC GAME — ELITE 100 CAP
- Our journey, which began with Keops, grew with Arya.
- Now we are entering a new era with Elite.
- Classic Chinese Silkroad structure.
- Next-generation systems.
Elite 100 CAP
Continued · 2CSC GAME — ELITE 100 CAP
- Constant competition.
- Long-term economy.
- And a living world that develops with each passing day.
The spirit of old Silkroad, powered by next-generation systems.
Elite 100 CAP
Continued · 3Source and representation notes
This presentation uses 13 current information posters and the forum calendar. 80 CAP Keops and 90 CAP Arya are earlier eras; this listing is for 100 CAP Elite. Only the opening day is specified, without a time or time zone. The Fortress War TL amount, daily event times, Special Caravan earnings and some item variants are not stated.
Service, balance and cash-prize promises come from the server administration; PVPBoard does not guarantee payouts or uninterrupted service. Catalog scenes and characters are representative. 9 DG appears in the source, but is not assumed to be the maximum degree.
Presentation images are shown in the order chosen by the server owner.
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