Classes & Builds
Master Ashes of Creation\'s unique class system. Choose your primary archetype and secondary at level 25 to create one of 64 unique combinations.
Primary Archetypes
Fighter
Melee DPS/Tank
Masters of weapons and close combat, versatile in both damage dealing and tanking roles.
Tank
Protection & Defense
Stalwart defenders who absorb damage and protect allies with heavy armor and shields.
Ranger
Ranged DPS
Skilled marksmen who excel at dealing damage from distance with bows and ranged weapons.
Rogue
Stealth & Utility
Agile fighters who use stealth, precision strikes, and tactical advantages.
Mage
Magic DPS
Wielders of arcane power who cast devastating spells and manipulate magical energies.
Cleric
Healer & Support
Divine servants who heal allies and support the party with holy magic.
Summoner
Pet Management
Masters who summon and command creatures to fight alongside them.
Bard
Support & Buffs
Versatile performers who enhance allies and hinder enemies with magical music.
Popular Class Builds
Paladin
Tank + Cleric
Tank/Healer HybridShadowblade
Fighter + Rogue
Stealth DPSWarlock
Mage + Summoner
Pet+Caster DPSStrider
Ranger + Fighter
Mobile RangedApostle
Cleric + Tank
Main TankHow It Works
- • Choose your primary archetype at character creation
- • Progress through levels 1-25 with your primary skills
- • Select a secondary archetype at level 25
- • Unlock augment skills from both archetypes
- • Respec options available for flexibility
Role Diversity
- • Every class can fulfill multiple roles
- • Augment system allows hybrid playstyles
- • No strict class restrictions on equipment
- • Build experimentation encouraged
- • Balance based on Alpha-2 testing data
Alpha-2 Status
All 64 class combinations are available in Alpha-2 testing. Balance changes occur regularly based on player feedback and data analysis. This guide will be updated with the latest balance information and meta developments.