AION 2 Templar Class Guide
The Templar is the defensive frontline tank of the AION 2 launch roster — the class groups lean on for dungeons and large-scale content.
Role & weapon
Role: defensive frontline tank. Weapon: sword and shield with heavy armour — the series-tradition profile for holding the line.
Combat style & core mechanics
Combat style: durable and threat-focused. Core identity: survivability plus group protection — the anchor that keeps dungeons and world bosses alive.
PvE
The essential tank role for group dungeons and 10-player content in the series tradition. Solo play is slower but safe.
PvP
A disruptive frontline with strong sustain, per the series tradition — hard to remove from objectives.
Beginner difficulty
Forgiving in groups: clear job, high survivability. Solo leveling is slower — pair with the right expectations.
Skills & Stigma overview
Skill names and Stigma-style socket effects from the Global build are published here only once official or live-verified. Series-tradition profile: defensive posture, threat and protection tools.
Build directions
Direction: a defensive/survivability build with group-utility focus. Verified rotations and stat priorities land with live data — see the builds hub.
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
Is the Templar in AION 2 Global?
Yes — the Templar is one of the 8 confirmed Global launch classes.
Is the AION 2 Templar the best tank?
Templar is the traditional tank role of the series; exact Global balance is verified in the live build.
Is the Templar good for solo play?
It works but is slower at solo fights than DPS classes — its strength is group play.
Is the Templar beginner friendly?
Yes — a clear tank role with high survivability is one of the most forgiving group entries in the series tradition.