Vanguard Classes
There are 15 class types categorized under 4 archetypes
Vanguard Classes
Heavy Fighter Classes
WarriorPaladin
Dread Knight
Light Fighter Classes
RangerRogue
Monk
Bard
Healer Classes
ClericShaman
Disciple
Blood Mage
Spell Caster Classes
SorcererDruid
Psionicist
Necromancer
Race-Class Tables
Discuss Vanguard Classes
15 unique Classes in Vanguard
With 15 distinct class types to choose from, there is sure to be
a class that suits your playing style. Be aware though, not all
classes are available to all races - so choose wisely.
The Class Archetypes
The classes are divided into 4 archetypes; Protective classes, Offensive classes, Healer classes, and Caster classes. Each archetype has it's own unique set of skills but also it's own limitations.While Protective classes can take quite a bit of damage before going down, Offensive class characters can deliver crippling blows. While Healer classes can amplify other team mates skills or heal them when they are wounded, Caster classes wield fire, frost, arcane and other magical forces with deadly impact.
Whichever archetype you choose, you'll find that teaming with characters of other archetypes to be rewarding and successful. While solo adventuring is possible and all classes are equipped to adventure alone, team play is encouraged and will mean more certain victory, greater spoils and more fun for all!
Protective Classes
The Protective classes perform the role of 'tank'; heading into
battle, taking the enemies on head on. These heavily armored classes
can really take some hits before taking any damage, and can hold
enemies in place while team mates pour on the damage.Protective classes include...
Warrior
Paladin
Dread Knight
Offensive Classes
The Offensive classes are capable of dealing a great deal of
damage. Wielding various weapon types and performing various
deadly skills these melee and ranged combatants deliver death blows
to enemies, but should look to team mates for protection,
enhancement, healing or assistance.
Offensive classes
include...
Ranger
Rogue
Monk
Bard
Healer Classes
The Healer classes can restore depleted energy and health,
provide magical protection and enhancement, and in many ways enhance
the overall effectiveness of any team. Wearing only the lightest
armors and wielding only the simplest of weapons means the Healers
rely heavily on the ability of fellow team mates to protect them
and deliver damage to the enemy.Healer classes include...
Cleric
Shaman
Disciple
Blood Mage
Caster Classes
The Caster classes wield the deadliest magic, and rain down pain
and death on enemies in waves of fire, frost and arcane energies.
While the Caster classes can deliver torturous damage to enemies,
they do not have much protection against physical damage.Caster classes include..
Sorcerer
Druid
Psionicist
Necromancer