AION 2 Classes
Global launches with 8 classes. This page lists that confirmed roster and its roles, and separates it clearly from the regional services — where a ninth class, the Brawler, is reported.
The 8 Global launch classes
The Global launch roster is officially confirmed at 8 classes:
| Class | Role (AION series tradition) | Global status |
|---|---|---|
| Gladiator | Melee fighter, two-handed weapons | Confirmed for Global launch |
| Templar | Defensive frontline tank | Confirmed for Global launch |
| Assassin | Stealth melee burst damage | Confirmed for Global launch |
| Ranger | Ranged bow damage | Confirmed for Global launch |
| Chanter | Buff-focused melee support | Confirmed for Global launch |
| Cleric | Healing and support | Confirmed for Global launch |
| Sorcerer | Ranged magic damage | Confirmed for Global launch |
| Spiritmaster | Summoner-style magic control | Confirmed for Global launch |
Roles above follow the AION series tradition; exact Global kits are verified in the live Global build from Advance Access (September 30) onward and on the official Steam listing.
Brawler — regional, not in the Global 8
The Brawler (권성 / 拳星) is reported on the KR/TW live services. It is not part of the 8-class Global launch roster. Korean names as used by the official KR service: 검성 (Gladiator), 수호성 (Templar), 살성 (Assassin), 궁성 (Ranger), 마도성 (Sorcerer), 정령성 (Spiritmaster), 치유성 (Cleric), 호법성 (Chanter). Brawler inclusion in Global is announced by NC only — this page updates the moment it is confirmed.
Gender lock — the question everyone asks
"Are classes gender locked?" is one of the most-searched AION 2 questions. The answer depends on the build the Global release ships: some AION-era classes were tied to a fixed character model. Until the Global build is out, this site reports only what the official pages say — which, so far, is nothing specific. The question is tracked on updates and answered the moment official or in-game evidence confirms it.
Choosing a class
- First character? Cleric and Templar have the most forgiving entry points for group play; Gladiator and Ranger are straightforward DPS starters. This mirrors the AION series tradition — fine-tune after the Global build ships.
- Short on time? See the best-class picks for role-based pre-launch recommendations.
- Solo player? Rangers and Assassins traditionally solo comfortably; check the class watch for community signals.
- PvP minded? See the PvP page for open-world considerations.
- Class strength rankings? This site publishes no invented tier tables — see our tier-list policy.
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
How many classes does AION 2 have?
Global launches with 8 classes: Gladiator, Templar, Assassin, Ranger, Chanter, Cleric, Sorcerer and Spiritmaster.
Is the Brawler in AION 2 Global?
No — the Brawler (권성 / 拳星) is live on the KR/TW services but is not in the 8-class Global launch roster. Its Global inclusion is not announced.
Are AION 2 classes gender locked?
Unconfirmed for the Global build. This is the most-searched class question; it is answered as soon as official or in-game evidence confirms it.
Which AION 2 class is best?
No official tier list exists and this site publishes none. See the class watch page for community signals and the official role descriptions.