Experience and levels are gained in Shadowbane through slaying many monsters. It is possible to go about this solo, but the rewards for grouping in Shadowbane are amazing. Even in a large group, due to the grouping bonus, a player will receive approximately 80% of the experience per monster kill, yet kill many times faster due to the group. Groups also can share gold among members. After leveling-up a player gains attribute points and training points. Attribute points can be used to increase the five main attributes or to insert new runes that a player has looted from monsters. Training points can be used at a trainer in town. When coupled with gold, a player can increase many skills, such as wearing light armor or wielding huge axes.