What are the different currencies and how are they earned

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I have noticed already that there are a variety of different currencies, represented by various symbols which are all worth different values and used to purchase different things.

For example on some merchant windows I have noticed the following symbol karma for a currency called Karma, I've noticed the standard gold / silver / copper gold/silver/copper currency used as the generic base currency in many games, and something called gems gems which appears to be a pay to win currency in some form or other…

What are each of the currencies in Guild Wars 2, how do I earn them, and what is each currency for?

Best Answer

From the official wiki:

  • Coin copper silver gold is the most common form of currency accepted by NPCs and is the basis for player trade. It can be obtained via loot or as rewards for completing events or completing achievements.
  • Gems gem are used to purchase items from the in-game store; they can be exchanged or traded for coin.
  • Glory glory is used to unlock skins for use in Structured PvP; it can only be obtained through participation in that game mode.
  • Influence influence can be spent on guild upgrades and boons; it is earned when players representing a guild participate in events, PvP, personal storyline. A guild's accumulated influence can be seen via the guild panel (G).
  • Karma enter image description here is used to purchase special items from designated NPCs; it cannot be traded and must be earned by participating in dynamic events, helping others with their personal storylines, or completing dungeons.
  • Skill points skill point are used to unlock new skills and Miyani will take them in exchange for mystic items or recipes.
  • Supply supply is acquired through and used in WvW to build structure upgrades and siege weapons.
  • Tokens token are earned by completing dungeons. Dungeon Merchants will accept them in exchange for items unique to that dungeon.
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