Ragnarok X: Next Generation Class Guide and Recommendations

Ragnarok X: Next Generation offers six base classes, so for newcomers, picking a class that fits your playstyle is essential, but it can also be a bit tricky. That’s why this guide breaks down each class and helps you choose the best class with our recommendation. Wanna farm Exp and resources 24/7 or play without overheating your phone or draining its battery? With OSLink, you can remotely play Ragnarok X: Next Generation installed on your PC directly from your phone, no more device stress, just smooth gameplay and tons of helpful tools to make gaming fun. Let’s get started!

 

Ragnarok X: Next Generation Class Overview 

Ragnarok X: Next Generation features ten classes, split into primary (core game classes with full progression) and expanded (specialized classes with unique mechanics). Below is a quick comparison of their effectiveness across playstyles. 

Swordsman 

Swordsman is a melee class excelling as a tank or DPS, ideal for frontline combat. With high defense and versatile builds, it suits players who enjoy leading battles or dealing steady damage.

 

Job Progression

• 1st Job: Swordsman

• 2nd Job: Knight (DPS) or Crusader (Tank/Support)

• 3rd Job: Lord Knight or Paladin

• 4th Job: Dragon Knight (Knight path) or Royal Guard (Crusader path)

Key Skills

• Knight/Dragon Knight: Piercing Strike (high single-target DPS), Draconic Aura (AoE damage boost).

• Crusader/Royal Guard: Shield Charge (aggro-pulling tank skill), Devotion (protects allies).

Strengths

• High survivability with strong physical defense, perfect for tanking in PvE dungeons.

• Knight path excels in PvP with burst DPS; Crusader path shines in group PvE with buffs.

• Flexible builds: AGI for DPS, VIT for tanking.

• Beginner-friendly due to straightforward mechanics.

Weaknesses

• Limited AoE damage compared to Mages or Archers.

• Requires good gear for high DPS in late-game PvP.

Recommended For: Beginners, PvE tanks, or players who enjoy balanced melee combat.

Acolyte

Acolyte is a support class focused on healing and buffs, essential for group content like dungeons and raids. It’s less suited for solo play but shines in teams.

 

Job Progression

• 1st Job: Acolyte

• 2nd Job: Priest (Healer/Support) or Monk (DPS)

• 3rd Job: High Priest or Champion

• 4th Job: ArchBishop (Priest path) or Sura (Monk path)

Key Skills

• Priest/ArchBishop: Heal (restores HP), Blessing (boosts stats).

• Monk/Sura: Asura Strike (high single-target burst), Steel Body (increases defense).

Strengths

• Top-tier support for party content with healing and buffs.

• ArchBishop ensures team survival in raids; Sura offers decent solo DPS.

• Strong against undead/demon enemies with holy damage.

• High demand in guilds and dungeons.

Weaknesses

• Weak solo progression due to limited offensive skills.

• Requires good positioning and cooldown management in group fights.

Recommended For: Group players, PvE healers, or those who enjoy supporting teammates.

Mage

Mage is a magical DPS class specializing in AoE damage and crowd control, great for clearing mobs or controlling PvP battles. It requires careful positioning due to low defense.

 

Job Progression

• 1st Job: Mage

• 2nd Job: Wizard (AoE DPS) or Sage (Utility/Support)

• 3rd Job: High Wizard or Professor

• 4th Job: Warlock (Wizard path) or Sorcerer (Sage path)

Key Skills

• Wizard/Warlock: Meteor Storm (AoE fire damage), Frost Nova (crowd control).

• Sage/Sorcerer: Earth Spike (single-target), Deluge (party utility).

Strengths

• Best AoE damage for PvE mob farming and PvP crowd control.

• High INT builds maximize magic damage; DEX reduces cast time.

• Versatile for both PvE and PvP with strategic spell use.

• Excels at handling large groups of enemies.

Weaknesses

• Low survivability; needs careful positioning and potions.

• Spells can be interrupted, requiring timing and protection.

Recommended For: PvE mob farmers, PvP players, or those who enjoy high-damage magic.

Thief

Thief is a stealthy single-target DPS class, excelling in boss fights and PvP. It’s gear-intensive and complex, better suited for experienced players.

 

Job Progression 

• 1st Job: Thief

• 2nd Job: Assassin (DPS) or Rogue (Utility/Debuff)

• 3rd Job: Assassin Cross or Stalker

• 4th Job: Shadow Cross (Assassin path) or Shadow Chaser (Rogue path)

Key Skills 

• Assassin/Shadow Cross: Sonic Blow (high critical DPS), Grimtooth (AoE katar skill).

• Rogue/Shadow Chaser: Backstab (stealth attack), Strip Weapon (PvP debuff).

Strengths 

• Top single-target DPS for bosses and PvP.

• Assassin path delivers high critical hits with katar builds.

• Rogue path offers stealth and debuffs for PvP utility.

• High AGI ensures fast attack speed.

Weaknesses

• Not beginner-friendly; requires gear and skill mastery.

• Weak AoE compared to Mages or Archers.

Recommended For: PvP players, boss hunters, or veterans who enjoy high-skill gameplay.

Archer

Archer is a ranged DPS class with strong single-target damage and moderate AoE via traps. It’s versatile for solo and group play, with F2P-friendly builds.

 

Job Progression

• 1st Job: Archer

• 2nd Job: Hunter (DPS) or Bard/Dancer (Support)

• 3rd Job: Sniper or Minstrel/Gypsy

• 4th Job: Ranger (Hunter path) or Maestro/Wanderer (Bard/Dancer path)

Key Skills

• Hunter/Ranger: Blitz Beat (falcon damage), Arrow Storm (AoE).

• Bard/Dancer: Melody Strike (DPS), Service for You (party buff).

Strengths

• Strong single-target DPS for bosses and sustained damage.

• Hunter path uses falcons/traps for versatile PvE/PvP.

• Bard/Dancer provides party buffs for group content.

• ADL (AGI-DEX-LUK) builds are F2P-friendly.

Weaknesses

• Short bow builds need 3rd job to excel, delaying early-game power.

• Moderate gear dependency for late-game PvP.

Recommended For: Solo players, F2P players, or those who enjoy ranged combat.

Merchant

Merchant is a hybrid class focused on economy and farming, with decent combat utility. It’s ideal for players who prioritize wealth or crafting over pure combat.

 

Job Progression

• 1st Job: Merchant

• 2nd Job: Blacksmith (DPS/Crafting) or Alchemist (Utility/DPS)

• 3rd Job: Whitesmith or Creator

• 4th Job: Meister (Blacksmith path) or Genetic (Alchemist path)

Key Skills

• Blacksmith/Meister: Cart Revolution (AoE DPS), Mammonite (high single-target).

• Alchemist/Genetic: Acid Demonstration (chemical DPS), Cart Cannon (AoE).

Strengths

• Best for farming Zeny and crafting weapons, ideal for solo players.

• Meister’s axe builds maximize wealth and mobility.

• Whitesmith/Creator offers physical DPS and party buffs.

• High weight capacity for carrying loot.

Weaknesses

• Complex mechanics, less intuitive for beginners.

• Lower DPS than dedicated combat classes without gear investment.

Recommended For: Solo farmers, F2P players, or those focused on economy.

Super Novice

A versatile class that borrows skills from all 1st job classes, offering flexibility but lower stats. Suits players who enjoy varied gameplay or support roles.

 

Job Progression

• 1st Job: Novice

• 2nd Job: Super Novice

• 3rd Job: Hyper Novice (requires Base Level 200/Job Level 60)

Key Skills

• Fire Bolt (Mage skill, magical DPS), Heal (Acolyte skill, support).

• Double Attack (Thief skill, physical DPS), Hyper Bash (unique burst skill).

Strengths

• Versatile skillset for hybrid DPS/support roles.

• Effective in both PvE and PvP with AoE and support skills.

• Good for solo farming with Mage-like AoE (e.g., Fire Bolt).

Weaknesses

• Low HP/SP, making it fragile without careful management.

• Jack-of-all-trades but master of none; weaker than specialized classes.

• Requires Base Level 45 to unlock, delaying progression.

Recommended For: Versatile players, solo farmers, or those who like niche builds.

Gunslinger

A ranged DPS class using firearms for high burst damage, excelling in PvE and PvP. Requires ammo management, making it gear-intensive.

 

Job Progression 

• 1st Job: Gunslinger

• 2nd Job: Rebellion (requires Base Level 99/Job Level 50)

Key Skills

• Rapid Shower (fast single-target shots), Desperado (AoE burst).

• Gatling Fever (Rebellion skill, high DPS barrage).

Strengths

• High burst DPS for bosses and PvP engagements.

• Versatile range with multiple weapon types (pistols, rifles).

• Scales well with gear investment.

Weaknesses

• High ammo costs and cooldowns for skill-based builds.

• Gear-dependent, less F2P-friendly than Archer.

• Limited tanking or support capabilities.

Recommended For: PvP players, boss hunters, or ranged DPS enthusiasts.

Ninja

A hybrid DPS class with magical and physical skills, excelling in PvP with high penetration builds. Suits players who enjoy complex, agile gameplay.

 

Job Progression 

• 1st Job: Ninja

• 2nd Job: Kagerou (Male) or Oboro (Female) (requires Base Level 99/Job Level 50)

Key Skills 

• Throw Shuriken (ranged physical DPS), Crimson Fire Formation (magical AoE).

• Illusionary Shadow (evasion boost for PvP).

Strengths

• High magical/physical penetration for PvP and boss fights.

• Versatile with ranged, melee, and magical skills.

• Strong mobility and evasion for tactical play.

• Excels in PvP with crowd control and burst damage.

Weaknesses 

• Complex skill rotations, not beginner-friendly.

• Moderate survivability; requires precise positioning.

Recommended For: PvP players, high-skill players, or hybrid DPS fans.

Taekwon

A melee DPS class focusing on sustained damage through kicks, with decent tanking potential. Ideal for players who enjoy martial arts-style combat.

 

Job Progression 

• 1st Job: Taekwon

• 2nd Job: Star Gladiator or Soul Linker (requires Base Level 99/Job Level 50)

Key Skills

• Rising Kick (single-target DPS), Tornado Kick (AoE damage).

• Taekwon Quest (EXP and damage reduction bonus).

Strengths 

• Strong sustained DPS with STR-focused builds for PvP.

• Decent survivability with VIT investment for PvE.

Weaknesses

• Limited AoE compared to Mage or Archer.

• Gear-dependent for optimal DPS, less F2P-friendly.

Recommended For: PvP players, melee DPS fans, or martial arts enthusiasts.

Choosing the Best Class

Your ideal class depends on your playstyle and goals:

• Beginners: Swordsman (easy mechanics, high survivability) or Archer (F2P-friendly, versatile).

• Solo Players: Archer (ADL build), Merchant (Zeny farming), or Super Novice (versatile skills) excel due to low gear dependency.

• PvE Group Players: Acolyte (healer) or Swordsman (tank) are in high demand for dungeons.

• PvP Players: Thief (Assassin), Mage (Wizard), Ninja, or Gunslinger shine with burst damage and control.

• F2P Players: Archer and Merchant scale well without heavy investment; Super Novice is also viable for farming.

Tips for New Players

• Stat Builds: Focus on key stats (e.g., STR for Taekwon/Ninja, AGI/DEX/LUK for Archer, INT/DEX for Mage, VIT for Swordsman tanks).

• Gear Basics: Prioritize +ATK weapons for DPS (Thief, Gunslinger), +INT gear for Mages, or +VIT gear for tanks. Use the Exchange for budget gear.

• Game Modes: Dungeons (PvE) need tanks/healers; War of Emperium (PvP) favors DPS/control. Experiment to find your role.

• F2P Tips: Stick to Archer, Merchant, or Super Novice for low-cost builds. Farm Zeny via quests or Merchant skills.

• Class Switching: Use the Tome of Travers (e.g., for Gunslinger) at Izlude’s Criatura Academy to try expanded classes without restarting.

Progression in the game depends on how fast you can farm EXP and gather the resources needed to power up your character. With the OSLink Auto Clicker, you can create easy auto-farming scripts to follow quests, grind monsters, and even level up multiple accounts at once using the OSLink Synchronizer. 

 

Conclusion

With this Ragnarok X: Next Generation class guide and comparison chart, you can find the class that fits you best! And with OSLink, you can remotely play Ragnarok X: Next Generation from your phone, using the power of your PC, no more device stress, just smooth gameplay and 24/7 AFK farming!