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Research · September 29, 2026

Choose your class: roles and first combat drills

Eight class playstyles, practical learning advice and clearly labeled community evidence—not a launch tier list.

Winged adventurer in an overgrown ancient citadel
© NCSOFT · Official AION 2 artwork

Research scope

Research scope: class orientation is based on the linked secondary community guides; the practice drills are editorial recommendations, not tested optimal rotations.

Gladiator

Gladiator: Greatsword melee damage and broad attacks.

Templar

Templar: Tank with threat control and defensive tools.

Assassin

Assassin: Daggers, stealth and close-range burst.

Marksman / Ranger

Marksman / Ranger: Bow-based ranged pressure and control.

Sorcerer

Sorcerer: Ranged magic burst.

Spiritmaster

Spiritmaster: Summons and control.

Cleric

Cleric: Active combat support with healing and debuffs.

Chanter

Chanter: Melee/support hybrid with buffs and supportive healing.

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Coordinate region, faction and server with your friends before creating characters.

Details 11

Brawler belongs to a later Korean update.