Which AION 2 Class Should You Play? All 8 Classes Compared

AION 2 global has 8 classes: Templar (tank), Gladiator (bruiser), Assassin (melee burst), Ranger (ranged physical), Sorcerer (magic burst), Spiritmaster (summoner), Cleric (healer) and Chanter (hybrid support). Pick by the role you enjoy. There is no global ranking data yet, so any tier list you see right now is either a guess or based on the Korean version.

Quick Picks

• Best for solo play: Spiritmaster or Gladiator. Both sustain well alone.

• Fastest group invites: Templar or Cleric. Every party needs them.

• Best for PvP picks: Assassin.

• Best for big damage numbers: Sorcerer.

• Best for support without hanging back: Chanter.

Every Class at a Glance

Templar

Role: Tank. Weapon: Sword and shield.

The only pure tank. Holds enmity, shields the party and brings a strong damage buff. Best for: Players who like leading groups and never wait long for a dungeon.

Read the Templar build guide or browse Templar accounts.

Gladiator

Role: Bruiser. Weapon: Greatsword.

Frontline AoE damage with passive sustain, so it can put all four Stigmas into damage. Best for: Players who want to hit hard and survive solo.

Read the Gladiator build guide or browse Gladiator accounts.

Assassin

Role: Melee burst DPS. Weapon: Dual daggers.

Stacks Insignias and detonates them, with crits feeding its main skill. One of the strongest PvP picks. Best for: Players who like picking off targets.

Read the Assassin build guide or browse Assassin accounts.

Ranger

Role: Ranged physical DPS. Weapon: Bow.

Fights from 20 metres and hits much harder on slowed or rooted targets. Best for: Players who like spacing and kiting.

Read the Ranger build guide or browse Ranger accounts.

Sorcerer

Role: Ranged magic burst. Weapon: Spellbook.

Huge Fire burst, but a key passive only works while MP stays above 25%. Best for: Players who enjoy big numbers and managing resources.

Read the Sorcerer build guide or browse Sorcerer accounts.

Spiritmaster

Role: Summoner and DoT. Weapon: Orb.

Plays as two characters with its spirit. Strong in solo play and 1v1. Called Elementalist in Korean guides. Best for: Solo players and anyone who likes control.

Read the Spiritmaster build guide or browse Spiritmaster accounts.

Cleric

Role: Healer. Weapon: Mace.

The only pure healer, with a debuff that raises party damage. Best for: Players who want to be in demand for every group.

Read the Cleric build guide or browse Cleric accounts.

Chanter

Role: Hybrid support. Weapon: Staff.

Frontline support that deals damage and buffs the whole party at once. Best for: Players who want to support without standing in the back.

Read the Chanter build guide or browse Chanter accounts.

Why Korean Tier Lists Do Not Apply

Korea has a ninth class, the Brawler, a level 50 cap and different balance. Global launched on a modified Season 1 with a level 45 cap and 8 classes. Read why Korean AION 2 builds do not work on global before trusting any tier list.

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FAQ

How many classes does AION 2 have? Eight on global. Korea has a ninth, the Brawler.

What is the best AION 2 class for beginners? Gladiator and Spiritmaster are the most forgiving solo. Templar and Cleric are best if you want to learn group content.

What is the best healer in AION 2? The Cleric is the only pure healer. The Chanter is a hybrid that heals and deals damage.

Is the Spiritmaster the same as the Elementalist? Yes. Elementalist is the name used in Korean client coverage.