Aion 2 Best Classes for Expeditions: Which Should You Play?

Choosing a class for an Aion 2 Expedition pickup group (PuG) is about more than personal damage. A balanced party needs characters who can cover the encounter's tanking, healing, support, and damage requirements.

The Global version has eight classes, each with a different combat style. Templar is the dedicated tank, Cleric specializes in healing, and Chanter brings support alongside other combat capabilities. Gladiator can also take on a tanking role, depending on the build and party needs.

There is no universal class ranking that guarantees an invitation. Your equipment, role setup, encounter knowledge, and the group's requirements all affect how well your character fits.

How to Choose a Class for Expedition Groups

Before applying to a PuG, check what the party needs and which difficulty it plans to run. Expedition groups can have up to five players, but the ideal role mix depends on the encounter and the characters available.

Group leaders may consider three main factors:

• Role coverage: Does the party have the tanking, healing, support, and damage it needs?
• Character readiness: Does your gear meet the content's entry requirements and the group's expectations?
• Encounter knowledge: Can you handle positioning, defensive skills, and important mechanics?

A useful distinction: dungeon entry requirements may use equipped Item Level, while a party leader may also ask for a particular CP or gear level. These are not the same thing, and there is no single CP cutoff that applies to every Expedition difficulty.

Tank, Healer, and Support Options

Templar: Dedicated Tank

Templar is the most straightforward choice when a party needs a dedicated tank. Its defensive role suits players who are comfortable taking the frontline position and protecting the group during difficult encounters.

Build for the content you plan to enter, and learn when to use defensive skills. High combat stats alone cannot replace good positioning and encounter awareness.

Gladiator: Damage or Flexible Tanking

Gladiator deals melee damage and can also take a tanking role. This flexibility can help when a group needs another frontline character, but its suitability depends on the build and the role selected for the run.

When joining a group, make your intended role clear rather than assuming the leader will treat every Gladiator as a DPS character.

Cleric: Primary Healing

Cleric is the clearest option for players who want to focus on healing. Reliable healing helps a party recover from incoming damage and mistakes, especially when teammates are unfamiliar with an encounter.

Choose skills and equipment that suit the difficulty and your assigned role. Personal damage is only one part of your contribution as a healer.

Chanter: Support with Flexible Roles

Chanter provides party support and can contribute damage or healing depending on its setup. Its value is not limited to one fixed role, so consider what the group needs before choosing your build.

When applying, state whether you are joining as support, healer, or DPS. This helps the leader decide whether your setup fits the party.

Comparing the Five Other Combat Styles

Assassin, Ranger, Sorcerer, and Spiritmaster offer distinct damage approaches, while Gladiator can also be built around melee damage. Compare their play styles instead of treating the following table as a power ranking.

These descriptions summarize broad combat styles, not measured DPS rankings. Actual performance depends on your build, equipment, execution, and the encounter.

How to Improve Your PuG Applications

Your class is only one part of a successful application. Before joining a challenging Expedition, review the listed requirements and make sure you understand your role.

• Check the difficulty: Review the entry requirements and any additional CP or gear expectations stated by the group.
• Choose your role: Make sure your build matches the role you select in the party finder.
• Learn the mechanics: Understand important positioning, defensive responsibilities, and encounter-specific hazards.
• Be accurate about experience: Mention previous clears only if you have completed them.
• Keep your application concise: Include your class, role, CP if requested, and relevant experience.

For example:

“Ranger, [your CP], DPS. Familiar with the encounter mechanics and ready to follow group calls.”

Replace the placeholders with your actual character details. A clear, accurate application is more useful than an unsupported claim about your class being the strongest.

Should You Build an Alt?

An alternate character can help you fill a different role, but spreading resources across several undergeared characters may slow your progression.

If your main is a damage dealer, Templar or Cleric offers a more distinct role. Chanter is another option if you enjoy party support with flexible combat contributions. Gladiator may suit players who want to switch between damage and tanking.

Before investing in an alt, consider the gear and materials needed to reach your target difficulty. You can also explore MMOSO's Aion 2 Kinah and gear listings when planning your character's progression.

Choose a Class That Fits the Party

Templar specializes in tanking, Cleric focuses on healing, and Chanter offers flexible support. Gladiator can contribute melee damage or tanking, while Assassin, Ranger, Sorcerer, and Spiritmaster provide different offensive styles.

Rather than rerolling based only on a class ranking, check the encounter requirements, prepare your gear, and choose a role that matches your build. A character who understands the mechanics and performs its assigned role reliably can be a valuable teammate in a PuG.