When deciding what class to play in Throne and Liberty, the choice should not be just about picking the strongest weapons in the current Meta. While some players focus purely on power and rankings, your enjoyment will depend strongly on selecting the weapon combination that aligns with your playstyle and fantasy. After all, MMO is supposed to be a long-term experience, so let’s discuss how to pick a class you will enjoy playing through thick and thin, no matter its power within any given Meta!
With 7 weapons and 21 unique weapon combos, there is a lot of variety to explore. This article aims to help you discover the class that fits you best, rather than simply identifying the strongest or most dominant weapons.
PVP Tier List – A Different Approach
A different approach to starting Throne and Liberty is to pick the “strongest” class by following some Tier List, such as our PvP Tier List guide article, which focuses on the strongest class combinations in the current meta, ranking them based on their performance in competitive settings.
In this article however, our goal is to help you find the class that offers the most fun and satisfaction which you will enjoy playing long term, and do so in 5 Easy Steps!
Decide What Role You Want to Represent
The first decision when choosing your long-term class in Throne and Liberty is deciding which core role you want to play. In this game, roles are fairly traditional, but the variety of weapon combinations allows you to get creative within them. The three primary roles are Tank, Healer, and DPS – which further splits into Melee DPS and Ranged DPS. Each of these has its own responsibilities and playstyles, so it’s important to choose one that resonates with your preferences in both PvP and PvE.
If you enjoy soaking up damage and leading your team into battle, then playing a Tank might be the way to go. Tanks are vital for controlling engagements in large-scale PvP and dungeon content, able to draw aggro and protect the more vulnerable members of your group. Alternatively, if you find satisfaction in supporting your allies and keeping them alive, a Healer role will be more fitting. Healers are pivotal in both small and large group content, providing sustainability in long fights and clutch moments.
For players who prefer dealing damage and taking down enemies, you can either go Melee DPS or Ranged DPS. Melee DPS tends to be more aggressive and up-close, requiring quick thinking and movement, while Ranged DPS focuses on keeping a safe distance while delivering powerful blows from afar. Choosing a role is the foundation of your class decision, so take time to think about where you want to fit within your team and the gameplay experience you want to have as you progress in the game.
Consider Your Main Content Focus
After deciding your role, the next step is to think about the type of content you’ll be focusing on the most. Do you plan to engage in Mass PvP, like large-scale Sieges and guild Wars for Boonstones and Riftstones? Or are you more interested in Solo PvP, where you test your skills one-on-one, hunting other players in small skirmishes or in 3v3 Arenas? Maybe you prefer PvE content like dungeons and world bosses, where you’ll need to tank, heal, or deal damage to enemies in organized groups.
If your focus is on Mass PvP, tanks and support classes shine as they are critical in controlling crowds and protecting your team. The role of a healer, for instance, becomes extremely valuable when dozens of players are relying on your abilities to sustain them during drawn-out battles. On the other hand, Solo PvP often favors agile, bursty classes like Melee or Ranged DPS, where quick reaction times and strong single-target damage give you the upper hand.
If PvE is your primary focus, almost any class can work, but you might want to lean into classes that excel in team roles and provide the most value to your allies. Tanks that can hold aggro and progress the dungeon, healers with strong group support, and DPS classes capable of sustained damage over time are all ideal for PvE progression. Reflecting on where you plan to spend most of your time in the game will guide you toward the right class for your goals.
If PvE is your primary focus, almost any class can work, but you might want to lean into classes that excel in team roles and provide the most value to your allies. Tanks that can hold aggro and progress the dungeon, healers with strong group support, and DPS classes capable of sustained damage over time are all ideal for PvE progression.
Reflecting on where you plan to spend most of your time in the game will guide you toward the right class for your goals.
Think About Your Desired Playstyle
Now that you know what role and content you want to prioritize, it’s time to dive deeper into your personal playstyle. Every player has a unique way of approaching combat. Some enjoy pushing the frontline, taking the brunt of the action, while others prefer to strike from the shadows or stay in the backline, supporting their team.
If you’re someone who loves bulky, frontline gameplay, you may lean toward tanky classes like Sword and Shield combinations. These setups let you absorb damage, control enemies, and command the battlefield. For players who prefer sneaky, agile tactics, weapon combinations that include Dagger and Crossbow provide excellent mobility and the ability to slip in and out of combat, dealing damage and evading capture.
Supportive players often prefer ranged, healing-focused classes, which would mean combining Wand with another ranged weapon like Staff or Bow. This lets you stay behind the frontlines and ensure the success of your allies through buffs, heals, and crowd control.
Understanding your own combat preferences helps to narrow down your class choice. For example, if you envision yourself as a stealthy assassin, you’ll likely find the dagger DPS builds (GS Dagger, Crossbow Dagger) more enjoyable. If you picture yourself as a team protector, tank builds that can absorb and redirect damage will suit you best.
Choose the Class You Expect to Enjoy
Once you’ve established your role, content focus, and playstyle, it’s time to narrow down to a specific class, which in Throne and Liberty is determined by your weapon combination. With seven weapons and 21 possible combinations, there’s a lot of depth to explore. Think about which weapon combinations match your playstyle and role preferences.
For example, if you’ve decided on the Tank role and enjoy bulky, frontline combat, you may lean toward combinations like Sword and Shield with Dagger or Greatsword. If you prefer agility and mobility as a Ranged DPS, then Bow and Dagger may be the perfect combination to give you versatility and evasiveness. These combinations will define your abilities and class fantasy, so it’s essential to pick one that feels like a natural fit for the way you enjoy playing.
Ultimately, your goal is to choose a class that you’ll enjoy playing long-term. The early levels of the game allow you to experiment with various combinations, but once you’ve found a weapon setup that resonates with you, commit to it and start mastering the intricacies of the class.
Validate Your Choice
The final step is to validate your choice by watching content about the specific class you’ve selected and learning how it performs in different gameplay scenarios. This is where you confirm that the class aligns with your expectations by seeing how it actually plays out in PvP, PvE, and large-scale battles.
Before fully committing to your class, it’s a good idea to check out videos, guides, and streams showcasing the class in action. Look for content that breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of the class to get a realistic sense of its performance. One such piece of content is our own ULTIMATE GUIDE to Picking your Long-Term class in Throne and Liberty. This video showcase covers All 21 weapon combinations and explains how each class plays and what fantasy Hero is represented by the playstyle.
We really hope these 5 Easy Steps helped narrow down your choices around which class to play in Throne and Liberty and this video showcase was able to validate some of your early decisions and provide useful insights into various playstyles.
Now that you have some ideas of which class you would enjoy playing long-term, it is a good time to check how your chosen class might perform in the current Meta, by checking out our PvP Tier List article! It goes over which classes perform at the highest level and which are slightly average or a bit more difficult to pick up and succeed with. For more Throne And Liberty news and guides check out our Throne And Liberty Section or if you have any burning questions feel free to join our community discord where our helpful community can lend you a hand.
