A Free 2D Browser MMORPG for Players Who Miss the Classics

Chronicles of Denzar is a retro, browser-based MMORPG inspired by classic games like Dragon Quest, Zelda and Final Fantasy. Explore the world of Evita, slay monsters or tame them to fight alongside you, and grow stronger through many evolving class paths. No download required.

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Heroes and monsters facing off on the road to Cajar's castle in Chronicles of Denzar

PROLOGUE

Before You Begin

To set foot in Cajar is to find a world eager to be shaped in your own way, whether that means exploring, fighting, belonging, crafting, trading, or leaving something behind for those who follow.

A torch-lit stone dungeon corridor with glowing eyes lurking in the dark

Explore

Set out to explore an open world with thirty zones ranging from the lush Eldron forests to lost catacombs and dank dungeons.

An adventurer and a tamed lion facing down a hulking troll

Fight or tame

Battle your way through hundreds of enemies. Tame them to fight by your side or slay them for loot and glory!

Four allies of different races gathered around a table

Join a clan

Create your own clan or join a friend's! Share knowledge, gear, and camaraderie with a small, dedicated community!

A blacksmith working at a forge and anvil

Craft & forge

Mine ore, smith weapons, and upgrade your gear at the forge. Combine rare materials to craft equipment worthy of legend.

A merchant stall selling goods in a busy street

Open Your Shop

Haggle for rare finds and strike a hard bargain. Turn every trade to your advantage, one stall at a time.

A robed figure reading in a candlelit library

Write your own lore

Author guides and books in-game. Display them for free in the Library, or sell them and earn royalties.

CHAPTER I

The World

After the founding of Cajar, the free races settled into an uneasy peace, sharing goods, ideas, and even a common name for the world they share: Evita.

Cajar sits where the Deep Forest meets open plains, walled and watched over, with Northport on the coast and the Duerdin Mountains rising to the east. Beyond the roads shown here, much of Evita remains only half-mapped: old keeps, forgotten mines, and paths that don't yet lead anywhere on record.

"There are many secrets to unearth, many surprises to encounter across our vast lands."

Begin Your Journey
The known regions of Evita

CHAPTER II

Races & Classes

Every character starts as one of four races, each with its own unique history, lore, culture, and society. Choose the one that best suits your style of play.

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Human

The youngest of Denzar's races. Adaptable and skilled with a blade, Humans can take up any trade or path they choose.

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Eldron

An ancient, graceful people uniquely in tune with nature. Reserved and slow to open up, but their quiet wisdom runs deep.

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Rhizard

Descendants of the Great Departure from Auverzig. Lizard-folk who lived in harmony with nature before settling in Denzar.

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Hounzalid

A shamanistic wolf-folk, caught between two forms. Exclusively able to train as Herbalists, brewing potions no one else can.

As you journey across the lands of Evita, you will fight monsters, complete quests, and eventually gain enough experience to level up. At level 1, you will pick a class path, and evolve through it until your final choice between two specializations. Each provides a slightly different style of gameplay for greater diversity.

Class evolution paths

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LV. 1
Attendant
→
LV. 25
Apprentice Mage
→
LV. 50
Mage
→
LV. 75
Mystic
→
LV. 100
Magi
Sage

Magic users. Not available to Hounzalid.

Skilled in the arts of magic, Attendants train to one day become Magi or Sages, decimating their foes with raw magic or summoning powerful allies to aid them in battle.

LV. 1
Apprentice Blademaster
→
LV. 25
Fencer
→
LV. 50
Duelist
→
LV. 75
Blademaster
→
LV. 100
Sword Saint
Spellblade

Dual-wielding, buff-oriented one-handed sword specialists.

Nimble and cunning, the Apprentice Blademaster excels in the use of swords. They train to turn skill into instinct, harnessing the essence of the elements to baffle their opponents before slaying them by a thousand cuts.

LV. 1
Herbalist
→
LV. 25
Brewer
→
LV. 50
Bottler
→
LV. 75
Apothecary
→
LV. 100
Witch-Doctor
Alchemist

Exclusive to Hounzalid. Potion crafting and potion-based combat.

Incredibly intelligent yet unable to cast magic, the Herbalist relies on their knowledge of Evita to harvest and brew amazing potions. From acidic concoctions and paralytics to curatives and boons, the Herbalist has learned a magic all their own.

LV. 50
Lone Wolf

Exclusive to Hounzalid. A solitary path of brutal self-reliance, with no further evolution.

The Lone Wolf is a Hounzalid who has either temporarily or permanently left the environment of the pack, and learned to adapt their body and spirit to this new existence. It is said that even the Lone Wolf is not truly alone so long as they remember their gods and their ancestors. Regardless of this learning, however, life as a Lone Wolf is often savage and uncompromising, requiring keen survival instincts and brutal efficiency to thrive.

LV. 1
Raider
→
LV. 25
Marauder
→
LV. 50
Barbarian
→
LV. 75
Berserker
→
LV. 100
Paragon
Titan

Heavy, two-handed physical damage.

Strong enough to wield the largest of two-handed weapons, the Raider overwhelms opponents with massive blows.

LV. 1
Tracker
→
LV. 25
Scout
→
LV. 50
Strider
→
LV. 75
Ranger
→
LV. 100
Sharpshooter
Assassin

Agility, bow or dual-wield melee.

Agile and swift, the Tracker dual-wields weapons or masters the bow. With lightning speed and precision, they unleash a barrage of strikes or arrows at their enemies.

LV. 1
Warrior
→
LV. 25
Squire
→
LV. 50
Knight
→
LV. 75
Templar
→
LV. 100
Crusader
Paladin

Tank & shield specialists.

Resilient and stout, a Warrior's shield is said to be their greatest asset. They have learned to use a shield not only to block attacks but to strike powerful blows against their enemies.

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CHAPTER III

Gallery

Wander through a few scenes from Evita and discover what awaits beyond its borders. Click any image to take a closer look.

Begin Your Journey

QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

The realm's most trusted archive, where newcomers and curious minds alike come to seek knowledge.

What is Chronicles of Denzar?

Chronicles of Denzar (formerly PhantasyRPG) is a free 2D browser MMORPG (PBBG, a persistent browser-based game) inspired by classic games like Dragon Quest, Zelda, and the Final Fantasy series. Set in the world of Evita, players complete quests, slay or tame monsters, chat and team up with friends, form clans, fish, mine, and smith their own gear, and can even write and sell their own in-game books and guides, all inside their web browser.

Is Chronicles of Denzar free to play?

Yes, the entire game is free. Players can optionally donate for cosmetic items, convenience perks, and temporary world buffs that benefit every player online, but competitive progression stays fully accessible without spending anything.

Do I need to download anything to play?

No. Chronicles of Denzar runs entirely in your web browser. There is no client to install and no account required to view the homepage, only to play.

What is a PBBG?

PBBG stands for Persistent Browser-Based Game: an MMORPG-style game played entirely in a browser, with no software to install and a persistent character and world that keep progressing between play sessions.

What races and classes can I choose?

Four playable races (Human, Eldron, Rhizard, and Hounzalid) and six starting class paths (Raider, Tracker, Warrior, Attendant, Herbalist, Apprentice Blademaster). Each class evolves every 25 levels, culminating at level 100 in a choice between two final specializations.

How long has Chronicles of Denzar been running?

Since 2004. It has been continuously developed, moderated, and maintained by a small volunteer team ever since.

Is Chronicles of Denzar still actively maintained?

Yes. The game is actively maintained by a small volunteer staff team, with a small but tight-knit community of longtime, loyal players, ongoing events, and regular updates.

How do I get help if I'm stuck?

In-game global chat, clan chat, and private messages connect you with other players and staff directly. There is also an in-game help center for common questions.

START YOUR ADVENTURE

Answer Ember's questions

Like every great story, yours begins with a simple conversation.

Adventurer, what do we call you?

I'd hate to assume your gender…

What great race do you descend from?

Ah, of course, a {{register.gender|lowercase}} {{register.race}}. Let's see what class paths lie ahead of you!

What classes can I choose?

All {{register.race}}s start as a novice adventurer and can be promoted to one of these classes starting at level 1:

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Don't worry about making the perfect choice. You'll have plenty of opportunities to try different classes throughout your adventure.

Well, if you're ready, just enter an email address and password and you can be on your way! (Chronicles of Denzar will never share your e-mail with other companies.)