In Ashes of Valhalla, your class choice is the first major decision that shapes your experience across the Nine Realms. Whether you’re slashing through corrupted fiends, raining elemental havoc from afar, or unleashing destruction from range, your class defines your combat role, your gear priorities, and even your PvP identity.

While Ashes of Valhalla will eventually open the door to advanced class paths and even allow free switching after Class Change 3, your initial pick still matters. Each of the starter classes in this RPG brings its own strengths and limitations. Here’s what you should know before you take your first step into battle.

Warrior: The Tank with Teeth

If you like to lead the charge and take hits head-on, the Warrior is your best bet. This melee bruiser excels at durability and burst damage, making him a solid frontline option in both PvE and PvP. Warriors have high survival stats and are often built to soak up damage while dealing explosive blows at close range.

Their skill set is focused on direct damage, gap closers, and short-range utility. It’s a straightforward but satisfying kit that rewards aggression and gear investment. The Warrior may lack range, but what he gives up in flexibility, he gains in raw staying power.

Warrior strengths:

• High survivability with solid base defense
• Great burst damage in melee range
• Low learning curve for beginners

Warriors lack range and are less effective when kited or outmaneuvered by mobile enemies. In solo content, they thrive through brute strength, but in team play, they’re often the ones holding the line.

Mage: The Elemental Glass Cannon

The Mage is a ranged spellcaster who deals high elemental damage from a safe distance. If you enjoy flashy spells, AoE burst, and battlefield control, this class will feel right at home. The Mage’s strengths lie in their damage and range stats, which are among the highest in the game.

That said, Mages are also the squishiest of the three. Their survivability is low, and mispositioning—even in auto-combat—can lead to quick defeats. Smart positioning and proper gear (like magic shields or lifesteal) go a long way toward making this class shine.

Mage Strengths

• High burst damage through elemental magic
• Long-range skills that can clear mobs fast
• Excellent crowd control options

Don’t expect to take many hits. Mages rely heavily on keeping their distance and avoiding aggro. They’re perfect for players who want to feel powerful but are willing to manage fragility.

Gunner: The Precision Artillery

Gunner is the ranged demolisher of Ashes of Valhalla, bringing AoE damage and pinpoint precision to the battlefield. They’re described in-game as a “Long-range Bomber” and live up to that title with skills that blast enemies from afar and clear groups with ease.

Compared to the Mage, Gunners offer slightly more survival and simpler mechanics. They deal great damage, especially when built around AoE and attack speed. In both PvE and PvP, they thrive when allowed to stay back and unleash volleys without interruption.

Gunner Strengths

• Massive AoE damage for mob farming
• High range and good DMG scaling
• Solid for beginners who prefer distance but want more durability than Mages

Gunners don’t match the Warrior’s bulk or the Mage’s flashy spellwork, but they’re dependable and efficient. If you enjoy ranged DPS with a bit more room for error, this is your pick.

Which Class Should You Start With?

It really depends on your preferred playstyle:

• Pick Warrior if you like being up close, taking hits, and smashing things with brute force.
• Choose Mage if you enjoy flashy, ranged damage with spells and don’t mind staying fragile.
• Go Gunner if you want consistent ranged AoE with a smoother learning curve.

No choice is permanent—once you reach Class Change 3 (unlocked at Level 130), you’ll be able to freely switch between classes. But early on, it helps to pick one that aligns with how you like to play.

Ashes of Valhalla may let you blaze through content with auto-combat, but your class still defines how you perform in every fight. Warriors hold the line, Mages melt enemies from afar, and Gunners pepper the field with AoE strikes. Whichever path you choose, it’s just the beginning—future class changes and advanced paths mean your options will only grow.

To experience Ashes of Valhalla at its best, try it out on PC with BlueStacks. You’ll enjoy smoother performance, sharper visuals, and more precise control—all of which make leveling and gearing that much more enjoyable. Good luck out there!