AION 2 Classes
The class roster is where regional confusion starts: Global launches with 8 classes, while the KR/TW live services report 9. This page separates the two and labels every entry.
Global vs KR/TW roster
The English guide ecosystem currently conflicts between 8 Global launch classes and 9 KR/TW live classes. NC confirms 8 classes for Global launch; the full Global list is confirmed on the Steam listing and in the live Global build from Advance Access (September 30) onward. This page lists the nine names reported on the regional live services, then verifies each one against Global sources as they appear.
The nine KR/TW classes (regional names, official)
| Class | Region status | Role (AION series tradition) | Global status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gladiator | KR/TW live | Melee fighter, two-handed weapons | In the 8-class Global roster — exact kit unverified |
| Templar | KR/TW live | Defensive frontline tank | In the 8-class Global roster — exact kit unverified |
| Assassin | KR/TW live | Stealth melee burst damage | In the 8-class Global roster — exact kit unverified |
| Ranger | KR/TW live | Ranged bow damage | In the 8-class Global roster — exact kit unverified |
| Sorcerer | KR/TW live | Ranged magic damage | In the 8-class Global roster — exact kit unverified |
| Spiritmaster | KR/TW live | Summoner-style magic control | In the 8-class Global roster — exact kit unverified |
| Cleric | KR/TW live | Healing and support | In the 8-class Global roster — exact kit unverified |
| Chanter | KR/TW live | Buff-focused melee support | In the 8-class Global roster — exact kit unverified |
| Brawler | KR/TW live (reported) | Melee brawler — community-reported | Not confirmed for Global launch |
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). The ninth class (권성 / 拳星, Brawler) is reported by regional press and community coverage; its Global inclusion is not 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.
- 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. The KR/TW live services report 9 (adding Brawler). The exact Global 8 are confirmed on the Steam listing and in the live Global build.
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.
Is the Brawler in AION 2 Global?
Unconfirmed. The Brawler (권성 / 拳星) is reported on the KR/TW live services; its Global inclusion is not announced.