Skip to content
Esc Close · ↵ Search
Powered by Pagefind
English
English
Builds Tools Guides Codes
Language
English
AION 2 Game Guides (Global)

AION 2 Tier List (Global): Best Classes for PvE, PvP and DPS

AION 2 Global class tier list for Season 1: best classes for PvE, mass PvP, solo PvP and pure DPS, with averaged rankings and what each class does best.

10/9/2026 Season 1 Last updated: 10/9/2026 3 min read

What is the best class in AION 2 right now?

It depends on what you want to do. Cleric is the most consistent top pick: S tier for PvE and mass PvP, and the only class with resurrection. Gladiator and Assassin dominate 1v1 fights. Ranger, Assassin and Sorcerer top pure damage. Tiers below average several early rankings (S = 4, A = 3, B = 2, C = 1, D = 0). Every class is viable; pick the one you enjoy, then use its class build.

All 8 AION 2 Global classes with role and weapon: Gladiator, Templar, Assassin, Ranger, Sorcerer, Spiritmaster, Cleric, Chanter

Best classes for PvE (dungeons and progression)

Tier Class Average
S Cleric 4.0
S Templar 3.5
A Gladiator 3.0
A Ranger 2.5
A Assassin 2.5
A Sorcerer 2.5
A Spiritmaster 2.5
B Chanter 2.0

In late-game PvE, some rankings move Assassin and Chanter up to S and Templar and Cleric down to B, as gear makes healing and tanking less critical than damage.

Best classes for mass PvP (Abyss sieges)

Tier Class Average
S Cleric 4.0
S Ranger 3.5
S Sorcerer 3.5
S Spiritmaster 3.5
A Templar 3.0
A Chanter 3.0
B Gladiator 1.5
B Assassin 1.5

Ranged classes and healers control large fights; melee classes get kited.

Best classes for solo PvP (1v1 and roaming)

Tier Class Average
S Gladiator 4.0
S Assassin 4.0
A Ranger 3.0
A Templar 3.0
A Spiritmaster 3.0
A Sorcerer 2.5
A Chanter 2.5
B Cleric 2.0

Best classes for pure DPS

Tier Class Average
S Ranger 3.5
S Assassin 3.5
S Sorcerer 3.5
A Gladiator 3.0
A Spiritmaster 2.5
B Chanter 1.5
C Templar 1.0
C Cleric 1.0

Screenshot of the AION 2 class quiz recommending Gladiator, Assassin and Chanter for an easy melee solo PvP player

Does ping matter for my class?

Yes. Melee classes need fast reactions:

  • Fine at 50 ms and above: Spiritmaster, Sorcerer
  • Best at 30–50 ms: Cleric, Chanter, Templar
  • Best under 30 ms: Gladiator, Ranger, Assassin

Which class should you pick?

Not sure yet? The AION 2 classes guide explains each role and who it suits.

Gladiator build

Easy

Melee DPS, off-tank · Greatsword

Simple, sturdy melee damage that holds boss aggro through damage alone.

Templar build

Medium

Tank, party buffer · Sword and shield

The main tank. Damage is your limit, so race Judgment, Punishment and Pummel to 20.

Assassin build

Hard

Melee burst DPS · Dual daggers

Highest burst ceiling in melee, but you must stay behind the target and land crits.

Ranger build

Medium

Ranged physical DPS · Bow

Safe ranged damage built around a fully charged Deadshot under Precision.

Sorcerer build

Medium

Ranged magic DPS · Spellbook

Fire and ice AoE caster. Manage MP early; skills realistically stop at 16 in Season 1.

Spiritmaster build

Hard

Summoner, magic DPS · Orb

Spirit summoner that cycles four elements into Elemental Fusion. High ceiling, ping-sensitive.

Cleric build

Medium

Healer with earth and lightning damage · Mace

The only class with resurrection. Always in demand, and does real damage between heals.

Chanter build

Medium

Melee support, buffer · Staff

Melee support that buffs the party with mantras and hits hard through the Dark Crush loop.

Not sure where you fit? The which class should I play quiz turns these rankings into a recommendation.

FAQ

What is the best class in AION 2?
There is no single best class. Cleric ranks highest overall for PvE and mass PvP, Gladiator and Assassin lead 1v1 PvP, and Ranger, Assassin and Sorcerer top pure damage charts.
What is the best class for beginners in AION 2?
Gladiator, Templar, Ranger and Cleric are the easiest to learn. Assassin and Spiritmaster are the hardest.
Will the AION 2 tier list change?
Yes. Global started balance from scratch and patches arrive often, so expect rankings to shift through Season 1.
tier-list class-build pve pvp

Related Articles

builds

AION 2 Assassin Build (Global): Stigmas, Skills & Macro

Best AION 2 Assassin build for Global Season 1: burst stigmas, Heart Gore and Insignia Explosion priority, passives, Daevanion, Arcana, leveling route and macro.

builds

AION 2 Brawler: Global Release Status & Class Overview

Is the AION 2 Brawler class on Global? Release status, how the gauntlet class plays in Korea and Taiwan, and what to expect before it arrives.

builds

AION 2 Chanter Build (Global): Stigmas, Skills & Macro

Best AION 2 Chanter build for Global Season 1: mantra stigmas, the Dark Crush loop, skill levels, passives, Daevanion path, Arcana, leveling route and macro.

Was this helpful?