Lost Ark: Classes and specializations

Burst Mode and its Mayhem/Technique paths change the damage cycle.

Gravity cores and committed hammer attacks reward prepared windows.

Shield and gunlance actions combine attack with party utility.

Holy support actions require a different bar from damage attacks.

Greatsword attacks and Burst timing define the offensive role.

A separate advanced class with its own holy skill and identity selections.

Elemental resource use changes with the selected class path.

Stamina and Shock skills alternate different resources.

Hype stages change the timing of committed damage.

Stance selection changes reach and the available attack pattern.

Esoteric skills spend the orbs built by ordinary attacks.

Its two paths change identity use and the value of frontal commitment.

Pistol, shotgun and rifle access depends on the chosen path.

Heavy weapons and barrage identity favour deliberate positioning.

Bow skills interact with the Silverhawk identity.

Drone actions or transformation form distinct configurations.

Weapon stances separate aimed shots from movement tools.

Serenade decisions balance recovery with a damage window.

Identity can support a committed burst or a more mobile pattern.

Card draws and stacking actions alter the next damage decision.

Ancient summons and sustained summons use different priorities.

Orb building and release timing define its identity cycle.

Transformation and non-transformation paths require different gearing.

Stealth and movement prepare short melee opportunities.

Soul resources and identity timing shape the damage window.

Brush skills and identity orbs supply recovery and damage support.

Weather effects and umbrella attacks follow the selected path.

Animal-form interactions distinguish it from other Specialists.

Guardian identity and melee attacks belong to a distinct advanced class.

The September 2026 Western release adds dimensional skills to the roster.