Class Tier List
Compare classes by activity.
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AION 2 Beginner Guide
Start with class fit, learn group roles, follow verified patch notes and avoid overcommitting to pre-launch rankings.
Current Global Status
Pre-launch. Tier placements stay TBD until Global testing begins.
- Advance Access
- Sep 30, 2026
- Full Launch
- Oct 5, 2026
- Roster
- 8 launch classes tracked
Beginner Launch Checklist
- Check PC requirements and reserve at least 100 GB storage.
- Decide whether five-day advance access matters before buying a Founder Pack.
- Choose two classes: one comfort pick and one group-role pick.
- Bookmark the class tier matrix, but treat every activity rating as TBD until Global evidence appears.
- During launch, record patch, class, level, activity and pain point when comparing advice.
Beginner-Friendly Class Framing
| Class | Archetype | Role | Range | Difficulty | Beginner Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gladiator | Warrior | Melee bruiser | Melee | Medium | Good if you want durable melee pressure. |
| Templar | Warrior | Tank | Melee | Medium | Good if you like responsibility and slower, safer play. |
| Assassin | Scout | Melee burst | Melee | High | Harder first pick because timing and positioning matter. |
| Ranger | Scout | Ranged physical | Ranged | Medium | Comfortable if you prefer spacing and kiting. |
| Chanter | Priest | Support hybrid | Melee support | Medium | Good if you want utility without being a pure healer. |
| Cleric | Priest | Healer | Ranged support | Medium | Good for group-minded players; stressful if you dislike healing responsibility. |
| Sorcerer | Mage | Ranged magic DPS | Ranged magic | Medium | Good if you like clear ranged damage windows. |
| Spiritmaster | Mage | Summoner | Ranged / pet | High | More complex because pet control and utility decisions matter. |
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Do not choose a class only because a pre-launch page predicts dominance.
- Do not assume KR/TW economy, PvP or dungeon tuning is identical to Global.
- Do not split time across too many classes before you understand your preferred role.
- Do not ignore flight and vertical movement; it can affect both combat feel and exploration routing.
Launch Notes
This page is designed to answer the player task first, then expand only where evidence exists. Unknown Global values are marked instead of filled with guesses.