Job Classes
⚡ Job Classes
Jobs (also known as Classes) determine your character's abilities, skills, and playstyle in MapleStory Classic. Each job has unique strengths and weaknesses.
Job Progression[edit]
In MapleStory Classic, characters advance through job tiers:
| Tier | Level Requirement | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | Level 1 | Starting class, no special abilities |
| 1st Job | Level 10 | Choose between Warrior, Magician, Bowman, Thief, or Pirate |
| 2nd Job | Level 30 | Specialize into a specific path |
| 3rd Job | Level 70 | Advanced specialization |
| 4th Job | Level 120 | Master your chosen path |
Available Jobs[edit]
⚔️ Warrior[edit]
Weapon: Swords, Axes, Spears, Pole Arms
Role: Tank, Melee DPS
2nd Job Advancement:
- Fighter → Crusader → Hero
- Page → White Knight → Paladin
- Spearman → Dragon Knight → Dark Knight
Strengths: High HP, strong defense, melee damage
🔮 Magician[edit]
Weapon: Wands, Staves
Role: Magical DPS, Support
2nd Job Advancement:
- Fire/Poison Wizard → Fire/Poison Mage → Fire/Poison Arch Mage
- Ice/Lightning Wizard → Ice/Lightning Mage → Ice/Lightning Arch Mage
- Cleric → Priest → Bishop
Strengths: High magical damage, healing, buffs
🏹 Bowman[edit]
Weapon: Bows, Crossbows
Role: Ranged Physical DPS
2nd Job Advancement:
- Hunter → Ranger → Bow Master
- Crossbowman → Sniper → Marksman
Strengths: Long range attacks, high accuracy, mobility
🗡️ Thief[edit]
Weapon: Daggers, Claws
Role: High DPS, Mobility
2nd Job Advancement:
- Assassin → Hermit → Night Lord
- Bandit → Chief Bandit → Shadower
Strengths: High damage, fast attacks, evasion
Job Advancement Quests[edit]
Each job advancement requires completing specific quests:
1st Job (Level 10)[edit]
Visit your job instructor to begin the advancement quest:
- Warrior: Dances with Balrog in Perion
- Magician: Grendel the Really Old in Ellinia
- Bowman: Athena Pierce in Henesys
- Thief: Dark Lord in Kerning City
- Pirate: Kyrin in Nautilus
2nd Job (Level 30)[edit]
Complete more challenging quests at El Nath or Ossyria
3rd Job (Level 70)[edit]
Advanced trials and skill tests
4th Job (Level 120)[edit]
Final mastery quest for ultimate power
Job Stats[edit]
Each job benefits from different stat distributions:
| Job | Primary Stat | Secondary Stat | HP/MP Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warrior | STR | DEX | High HP |
| Magician | INT | LUK | High MP |
| Bowman | DEX | STR | Balanced |
| Thief | LUK | DEX | Balanced HP |
| Pirate (Brawler) | STR | DEX | High HP |
| Pirate (Gunslinger) | DEX | STR | Balanced |
Choosing a Job[edit]
For New Players[edit]
Easy to Play:
Moderate Difficulty:
- Bowman - Requires positioning but straightforward
- Fire/Poison Mage - Good damage, manageable
Advanced Players:
- Thief - Requires good mechanics and positioning
- Ice/Lightning Mage - Mana management and skill timing
See Also[edit]
- Skills - Complete skill database
- Stat Distribution Guide
- Job Comparison Chart
- Training Guides by Job