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AION 2 has eight classes, shared by both factions: Gladiator, Templar, Assassin, Ranger, Sorcerer, Spiritmaster, Cleric and Chanter. They cover the classic trinity — tanks, damage dealers and healers — split between melee, ranged and magic.
Here is every AION 2 class explained — its role, weapon style and what it’s best at — so you can pick the right one.
All 8 AION 2 classes
Every AION 2 class, its role and what makes it tick.
| Class | Role | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Templar | Tank | The dedicated vanguard tank that holds the frontline |
| Gladiator | Bruiser | Frontline fighter with sustained AoE cleave and lifesteal |
| Assassin | Melee DPS | Explosive burst damage from stealth up close |
| Ranger | Ranged DPS | High physical damage from long range |
| Sorcerer | Magic DPS | Devastating burst elemental artillery |
| Spiritmaster | Magic DPS | Commands spirits and wears foes down with damage-over-time |
| Cleric | Healer | Raw emergency healing and resurrection |
| Chanter | Support | Offensive battle mantras plus kinetic melee support |
How the class roles work
AION 2 is built on the classic MMORPG trinity, with both factions sharing the same eight classes. Two hold the line: the Templar is the pure vanguard tank, while the Gladiator is a bruiser that mixes frontline durability with sustained AoE damage. Four deal damage: Assassin and Ranger handle physical damage from stealth melee and long range, while Sorcerer and Spiritmaster cover magic — one burst elemental artillery, the other spirits and damage-over-time attrition. Two support the backline: the Cleric is the dedicated healer with triage and revives, and the Chanter weaves offensive mantras with melee support.
The key classes explained
Four classes that define the AION 2 roster.
Tank
Burst
Magic
Healer
Not sure where to start? See our AION 2 class tier list, best beginner classes and AION 2 beginner’s guide.
Which class to pick
Match a class to how you want to play.
| You want to… | Play |
|---|---|
| Hold the frontline | Templar or Gladiator |
| Deal physical damage | Assassin or Ranger |
| Cast spells | Sorcerer or Spiritmaster |
| Support the team | Cleric or Chanter |
AION 2 classes FAQ
AION 2 launched globally on 5 October 2026. Class details and balance can change between patches — we refresh this guide as the game is updated.
