Classes

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TimeRO keeps the tactical identity of Pre-Renewal Ragnarok Online while expanding the class roster with modernized Expanded and Advanced Expanded routes. Classic classes, Transcendent classes, Expanded classes, and Expanded Transclasses coexist under a controlled classic power level.

Overview

🌐 Class Variety, Classic Foundation

TimeRO includes the full classic class structure, Transcendent progression, and selected Expanded class routes. The objective is not raw power creep: every class is tuned around Pre-Renewal pacing, party identity, meaningful equipment, and recognizable combat roles.

Expanded classes also have advanced paths in TimeRO: Oboro, Kagerou, Rebellion, Super Novice EX, Soul Reaper, and Star Emperor. These routes are adapted to fit the server's classic balance target.

// Class families

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Classic Classes

Novice, First Classes, and Second Classes.

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Transcendent Classes

Reborn classic second-class upgrades.

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Expanded Classes

Special class routes with unique mechanics.

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Expanded Transclasses

Advanced routes for Expanded classes.

Class System Rules

●Class balance targets a Pre-Renewal power level, even when newer class routes are available.

●Classic classes remain relevant. Expanded classes are designed to add options, not replace classic jobs.

●Advanced Expanded classes may have custom scaling, cooldowns, and damage values.

●Job-change requirements are documented separately on Job Change Tasks.

●Class supplies, weapon routes, and training support are handled through Criatura Academy.

●Class identity matters: tanking, damage, support, control, utility, economy, and hybrid roles all have space.

Classic First Classes

First Classes define your first real combat identity. They are the foundation for the classic Second Class branches.

Classic First Class Table

Class	Core Role	Identity
Swordman	Frontline melee	Durable physical combatant with direct pressure, weapon scaling, and defensive potential.
Mage	Elemental caster	Ranged magical damage, elemental control, and spell-based area pressure.
Archer	Ranged physical	Reliable single-target damage, positioning, range advantage, and later trap or performance routes.
Merchant	Economy / utility	Zeny tools, vending, item economy, melee utility, and later crafting or alchemy routes.
Thief	Mobility / burst	Fast melee gameplay with evasion, burst, stealing, mobility, and disruption.
Acolyte	Support / holy	Healing, buffs, holy tools, support identity, and later divine or martial specialization.

Classic Second Classes

🔥 Core Branches of the Classic Game

Second Classes are the heart of classic Ragnarok identity. Each First Class splits into two distinct branches, giving the player a stronger and more specialized role.

Second Class Branches

Swordman branch

Offense →

Knight

Defense →

Crusader

Melee frontline, mounted combat, and defensive holy utility.

Mage branch

Damage →

Wizard

Utility →

Sage

Spell destruction, elemental control, and tactical magic support.

Archer branch

Hunt →

Hunter

Perform →

Bard / Dancer

Ranged damage, traps, songs, dances, and party utility.

Merchant branch

Forge →

Blacksmith

Alchemy →

Alchemist

Economy, crafting, weapon mastery, potions, and homunculus gameplay.

Thief branch

Assault →

Assassin

Trickery →

Rogue

Burst, stealth, stealing, disruption, and flexible combat tricks.

Acolyte branch

Support →

Priest

Martial →

Monk

Healing, holy power, party support, combos, and spiritual burst.

Transcendent Classes

✨ Reborn Classic Progression

Transcendent classes are the reborn versions of classic Second Classes. They keep the same class identity but gain stronger tools, refined scaling, and advanced skill options.

Classic → Transcendent

Classic Class	Transcendent Class	Role Upgrade
Knight	Lord Knight	Stronger melee pressure and frontline scaling.
Crusader	Paladin	Stronger tanking, sacrifice tools, and holy identity.
Wizard	High Wizard	Stronger area magic and destructive casting.
Sage	Professor	Stronger magic control and resource utility.
Hunter	Sniper	Higher ranged damage and refined trap utility.
Bard / Dancer	Clown / Gypsy	Improved performances and party utility.
Blacksmith	Whitesmith	Stronger weapon mastery and economy combat tools.
Alchemist	Creator	Stronger alchemy, potion, and homunculus-related potential.
Assassin	Assassin Cross	Stronger burst, poison pressure, and critical identity.
Rogue	Stalker	Stronger disruption, copying, and tactical control.
Priest	High Priest	Stronger support, healing, holy utility, and party safety.
Monk	Champion	Stronger combo play and spiritual burst identity.

Expanded Classes

🌙 Special Class Routes

Expanded classes introduce unusual mechanics outside the classic six-class foundation. They are included in TimeRO with balance adjustments so their gameplay fits the Pre-Renewal environment.

Expanded Class Reference

Class	Style	Identity
Ninja	Hybrid assassin / caster	Uses ninjutsu, throws, evasion, mobility, and deceptive combat patterns.
Gunslinger	Firearm specialist	Uses pistols, rifles, shotguns, launchers, and controlled ranged burst.
Super Novice	Flexible hybrid	Blends selected basic-class tools into a unique low-stat, high-flexibility route.
Taekwon	Martial base route	Kick-based combat route that later branches toward Soul Linker or Star Gladiator.
Soul Linker	Spiritual support / magic	Provides soul-based utility, magical pressure, and specialized support effects.
Star Gladiator	Celestial martial fighter	Uses celestial identity, stance mechanics, target identity, and map-based specialization.

Expanded Transclasses

🔮 Advanced Expanded Progression

TimeRO supports Transclass-style progression for Expanded classes. These routes are balanced specifically for the server and may differ from official Renewal versions in damage, cooldowns, scaling, and skill behavior.

Expanded Class → Advanced Route

Expanded Route	Advanced Route	TimeRO Direction
Ninja	Oboro / Kagerou	Advanced technical route with controlled burst, ninjutsu, and mobility.
Gunslinger	Rebellion	Firearm route with stronger weapon variety and controlled ranged power.
Super Novice	Super Novice EX	Expanded hybrid route with limited but flexible class tools.
Soul Linker	Soul Reaper	Spiritual magic route adapted for classic balance.
Star Gladiator	Star Emperor	Celestial martial route with stance and target identity preserved.

Balance Notes

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Classic Pace

The game is tuned around Pre-Renewal combat tempo and party expectations.

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Role Identity

Each class should have a clear purpose without invalidating other jobs.

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No Power Creep

Newer class routes are adjusted so classic classes remain valuable.

// Design direction

Classic classes: core identity preserved
Transcendent classes: stronger but controlled
Expanded classes: new routes, classic scaling
Advanced Expanded classes: adapted for TimeRO balance

Quick Reference

Class Type Reference

Type	Includes
Classic First Classes	Swordman, Mage, Archer, Merchant, Thief, Acolyte.
Classic Second Classes	Knight, Crusader, Wizard, Sage, Hunter, Bard, Dancer, Blacksmith, Alchemist, Assassin, Rogue, Priest, Monk.
Transcendent Classes	Lord Knight, Paladin, High Wizard, Professor, Sniper, Clown, Gypsy, Whitesmith, Creator, Assassin Cross, Stalker, High Priest, Champion.
Expanded Classes	Ninja, Gunslinger, Super Novice, Taekwon, Soul Linker, Star Gladiator.
Expanded Transclasses	Oboro, Kagerou, Rebellion, Super Novice EX, Soul Reaper, Star Emperor.

See Also

• Criatura Academy · Job Change Tasks · Class Equipment
• Rebirth · Novice · Daily Quests