Classes

Classes represent a character's training, talents, and role within the world. They determine the abilities available to your character, their access to magic, and their combat role on the battlefield.

Whether you are a heavily armoured warrior holding the line, a wizard wielding destructive magic, or a priest calling upon divine power, your class forms the foundation of your character's capabilities throughout the game.

Each class offers a unique playstyle and grants access to different equipment, spells, and special abilities. While your race and culture help shape who your character is, your class defines what they are capable of accomplishing in battles.

At character creation, every player must select a class. New players begin their first event as a Fighter, allowing them to learn the game's core mechanics before exploring more specialised options.

Choosing a Class

When selecting a class, consider:

• What your fighting style will be.
• Whether you prefer combat, magic, or support roles.
• The type of character fantasy you wish to portray.
• The equipment, abilities, and responsibilities associated with each class.

Classes are divided into three broad categories: Martial, Arcane, and Divine.

MARTIAL	ARCANE	DIVINE
Fighter Ranger Savage Archer Barbarian Paladin	Artificer Battle Mage Sorcerer Shaman Arcane Assassin	Cleric Druid Prophet Bard

MARTIAL

• Fighter
• Ranger
• Savage Archer
• Barbarian
• Paladin

ARCANE

• Artificer
• Battle Mage
• Sorcerer
• Shaman
• Arcane Assassin

DIVINE

• Cleric
• Druid
• Prophet
• Bard

Passive Abilities

Some classes have special passive abilities that grant advantages in play.

Recon

Effect: May begin the game in no man's land. This means the character may start the game up to the halfway point between both deployment zones.

Restrictions:

• Only usable if the game type allows.
• Must follow any special placement rules given by the Marshals.

Extra HP

Effect: Start the game with 4 HP instead of the standard 2 HP.

Classes

Martial

Martial

Fighter

Balanced and adaptable; excels in both offense and defense, making them comfortable in nearly any combat situation.

Armour: Light and Heavy

Shield: Yes

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: No

Blackpowder: Single-Handed

Starting Spell Points: None

Passive Ability: None

Ranger

Agile and precise; masters of ranged combat and survival who use mobility, awareness, and accurate shooting to support their allies.

Armour: Light

Shield: Buckler Only

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: Yes

Blackpowder: Single-Handed and Double-Handed

Starting Spell Points: None

Passive Ability: Recon

Savage Archer

Swift and deadly; dedicated archers who focus entirely on ranged combat and battlefield mobility.

Armour: Light

Shield: No

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: Yes

Blackpowder: No

Starting Spell Points: 1

Passive Ability: Extra HP

Barbarian

Fierce and resilient; relies on raw strength and rage to dominate close-quarters combat.

Armour: Light

Shield: Yes

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: No

Blackpowder: No

Starting Spell Points: 1

Passive Ability: Extra HP

Paladin

Holy warriors combining martial skill with divine magic, bringing both frontline combat and divine support to their allies.

Armour: Heavy

Shield: Yes

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: No

Blackpowder: No

Starting Spell Points: 2

Passive Ability: None

Arcane

Arcane

Artificer

Makers of potions, enchantments, and mechanical and magical items who strengthen their allies through preparation and craftsmanship.

Armour: Light and Heavy

Shield: No

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: No

Blackpowder: Yes

Starting Spell Points: 2

Passive Ability: None

Battle Mage

Combat spellcasters wielding destructive frontline magic while remaining comfortable close to the fighting.

Armour: Light and Heavy

Shield: No

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: No

Blackpowder: Single-Handed

Starting Spell Points: 3

Passive Ability: None

Sorcerer

Innate magic users drawing from raw, often chaotic, energy to unleash powerful arcane spells.

Armour: Light

Shield: No

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: No

Blackpowder: Single-Handed

Starting Spell Points: 4

Passive Ability: None

Shaman

Spiritual mystics communing with nature and elemental forces to aid allies and hinder their foes.

Armour: Light

Shield: No

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: No

Blackpowder: No

Starting Spell Points: 3

Passive Ability: Extra HP

Arcane Assassin

Stealthy casters who blend magic with precision and agility, relying on cunning and mobility to outmanoeuvre opponents.

Armour: Light

Shield: Buckler Only

Melee Weapons: Single-Handed (Maximum Length 130 cm)

Bow: Yes

Blackpowder: Single-Handed and Double-Handed

Starting Spell Points: 1

Passive Ability: Recon

Divine

Divine

Cleric

Healers and defenders drawing on divine blessings to keep allies fighting through healing and protection.

Armour: Light

Shield: Yes

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: No

Blackpowder: No

Starting Spell Points: 3

Passive Ability: None

Druid

Protectors of nature, shaping the wilds with magic to support companions and control the battlefield.

Armour: Light

Shield: No

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: Yes

Blackpowder: No

Starting Spell Points: 3

Passive Ability: None

Prophet

Seers and visionaries, guiding others with divine insight, blessings, and foresight.

Armour: Light

Shield: No

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: No

Blackpowder: No

Starting Spell Points: 3

Passive Ability: Extra HP

Bard

Enchanters and performers who charm, inspire, and gather secrets while supporting companions through music, stories, and subtle magic.

Armour: Light

Shield: Buckler Only

Melee Weapons: All

Bow: No

Blackpowder: Single-Handed

Starting Spell Points: 2

Passive Ability: Recon

Where To Next?

• Magic ← Next Step
• Races
• Experience Points

Player Guide

Rules

Core Rules

Safety • Combat and Damage • Armour and Hit Points • Weapons and Equipment • Spellcasting • Terrain and Hazards

Special Rules

Respawns • Scenarios

Character Creation

Character Creation

Creating a Character • Multiple Characters

Races

Human • Orukar • Dworn • Scions • Forsaken • Konganese • Kir'Ko • Deschani • Fey Folk • Draken

Classes

Fighter • Ranger • Savage Archer • Barbarian • Paladin • Artificer • Battle Mage • Sorcerer • Shaman • Arcane Assassin • Cleric • Druid • Prophet • Bard

Magic

Learning Spells • Spell Types • Arcane Spellbook • Divine Spellbook

Experience Points

Professions • Skills

Weekly Games

How Weekly Games Work

Arrival and Registration • Team Selection • The Briefing • The Battle • Victory and Rewards • Pack Down

The Free City of Tanyth

Why Is Your Character Here? • Tanyth and Weekly Games • Beyond Tanyth

Mercenaries and Companies

Mercenaries • Personal Reputation • Companies • Form Your Own Company • Company Reputation • Contracts and Benefactors

Game Modes and Maps