A comparison of functions and trade-offs, without a numerical performance ranking.
Solo and party hunt functions · Five-vocation game after the 2026 adjustments
How to read this comparison
- Compare the named activity, resource demands and equipment constraints.
- Entries are not ordered by strength; no current universal meta is asserted.
Role comparison
Knight
Melee frontlineMelee positioning and the selected shield tools shape the hunt.
- Strengths
- Dedicated close-range control and defence
- Considerations
- Resource upkeep and damage mix remain important
Paladin
Ranged physical / holyDistance skill and holy spells require a separate attack cycle.
- Strengths
- Ranged attacks and distinct area tools
- Considerations
- Not this sword-and-shield equipment list
Druid
Healing supportCoordinates ally healing with elemental attacks.
- Strengths
- Party recovery responsibility
- Considerations
- Mana and ally positioning demand attention
Sorcerer
Offensive magicUses spell and rune attacks, with a different gear plan.
- Strengths
- Elemental attack choices
- Considerations
- Cannot borrow the knight’s shield spell setup
Monk
Martial supportHarmony and virtues introduce a fifth vocation toolkit.
- Strengths
- Distinct martial and support mechanics
- Considerations
- Needs its own gear and resource learning