All base powersets can use Damage role and their listed support role. Iconic abilities and Power Array augments add choices without becoming a sixteenth base powerset.
Choose a detailed configuration
DCUO Ice Tank: shield tray and five-artifact plan
Set up a named Ice Tank tray with pulls, single-target taunt, shields and five specified artifacts, accounting for the modern five-slot system.
Open configuration →The fifteen base powersets and support roles
Fire
Damage or TankIce
Damage or TankEarth
Damage or TankRage
Damage or TankAtomic
Damage or TankGadgets
Damage or ControllerThe support role provides control and group utility; it is not the same as switching to a different powerset.
Compare roles and play patterns
Compare the functions described below within this edition. This is not a current damage ranking.
Fire
Damage or TankThe powerset’s support stance is Tank; individual shield, mitigation and recovery mechanics differ.
Ice
Damage or TankThe powerset’s support stance is Tank; individual shield, mitigation and recovery mechanics differ.
Earth
Damage or TankThe powerset’s support stance is Tank; individual shield, mitigation and recovery mechanics differ.
Learning and progression guides
DC Universe Online build guide: powers, roles and progression
Choose a DCUO role, organise your loadout and understand Combat Rating, Artifacts, Augments and scaled group content before investing resources.
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