Early Access guide
Best Class for Your Playstyle
Checked November 11, 2026 ยท Early Access
Choose your first class by the two weapons you want to use and the defensive actions you enjoy. Warrior offers Longsword and Greatsword, Ranger pairs Hatchet with Longbow, Berserker uses Axe and Shield with Warhammer, and Mage has Elemental Staff and Wavesword. A universal launch-week damage tier is a weaker basis for a long-term character than a kit you can use consistently.
Compare the action you want to repeat
| Preference | Class to inspect first | Commitment to check |
|---|---|---|
| Melee swords with distinct trait directions | Warrior | Whether you enjoy the actual Longsword and Greatsword inputs |
| Bow range plus a close-range weapon | Ranger | Comfort with aiming and switching to Hatchet |
| A shield or a heavy hammer | Berserker | Whether the pace of these weapon actions suits you |
| Elemental magic and a magic blade | Mage | Resource management and Staff versus Wavesword preference |
These are weapon-based selection prompts. They do not assign tank, healer or damage guarantees to a class. The reviewed RaidDex class pages provide the weapon lists and separate trees for inspecting the kits.
Check character restrictions before investing
The launch letter says gender selection will be added one class at a time, beginning with a female Warrior planned for December. If a specific character option matters to you, inspect character creation in the current client before spending time on progression. A future option on the roadmap has a different availability status from one you can select today.
Discuss the server with your friends at the same time. The official Early Access server policy rules out character transfers and cross-server play, so a compatible combat preference alone will not put your group in the same world.
Use rankings as questions to investigate
A ranking can point you toward a weapon to inspect, but check its date, mode and assumptions. Solo questing, organized boss groups and player duels ask different things of the same kit. A demo tree can also predate launch balance changes.
Before following an S-tier recommendation, look for a playable weapon setup, an obtainable point budget and a clear explanation of what the build needs to work. When those details are absent, begin with the class whose normal actions you understand and use the specialist guides to plan its next improvement.
Common questions
How many classes are in Early Access?
The official Steam Early Access description lists four classes, each with two weapons.
Which class is best for a beginner?
Start by comparing the available weapons and the actions you enjoy. This guide does not claim a measured universal beginner ranking.
Sources and scope
This guide uses official notices and attributed community material. It does not claim a first-hand playtest. Source links open in the current tab.