Dragon’s Dogma 2 Vocation Tier List

Choosing the right vocation in Dragon’s Dogma 2 is crucial. Your chosen class dictates your combat style, gear options, and even the difficulty of certain quests. This tier list breaks down the 10 vocations, helping you decide which path best suits your playstyle.

S-Tier

• Sorcerer

  The Sorcerer stands out for its potent ranged damage potential. High Levin and Quickspell spells are crucial early game, and the late-game Maelstrom and Meteoron, unlocked through specific quests, make it a formidable force. The Sorcerer’s ability to quickly dispatch enemies from a distance and deal significant area of effect (AoE) damage elevates it to the top tier.

• Warfarer

  The Warfarer shines with its unparalleled versatility. This unique class offers the freedom to equip any weapon and armor, alongside access to the skills of every other vocation (excluding ultimate techniques). Their adaptable playstyle, paired with the Rearmament function, provides tactical flexibility and an engaging combat experience despite requiring the completion of specific quests to unlock. The Warfarer can excel in a wide array of scenarios, making them a valuable asset in any party.

A-Tier

• Thief

  The Thief excels in both damage output and survivability. Its Skull Splitter skill delivers powerful blows, while Masterful Kill provides a substantial damage boost in close-combat situations. Formless Feint, a powerful ultimate technique that grants temporary invisibility and evasion, further strengthens its combat effectiveness, though stamina management is key.

• Magick Archer

  Magick Archers combine the precision of archery with the power of magic. This vocation boasts a wide array of spells for single or multiple targets, granting strategic depth. The impressive Martyr’s Bolt ultimate technique involves a HP drain mechanism, generating considerable damage, though the need to carefully manage the HP drain with the use of recovery items adds a layer of complexity to the strategy.

• Mystic Spearhand

  The Mystic Spearhand is a balanced melee vocation capable of both ranged and melee combat. Their distinctive use of the Duospear weapon and spear-based spells allows for efficient AoE attacks and paralysis. While Mirour Vesture offers excellent defensive capabilities, making them resilient in combat, their damage output is relatively lower compared to some other A-tier vocations.

• Mage

  Mages primarily provide support through healing and defensive buffs for their allies. The unique Celestial Paean skill from the Sorcerer/Spellbound Appraisal quest, however, allows them to contribute significantly to the overall effectiveness of their team. While Mages have significant utility, the effectiveness is best leveraged by assigning them to your pawn team and ensuring optimal support for your party.

B-Tier

• Warrior

  Warriors are effective melee DPS characters, relying on two-handed weapons and powerful AoE abilities. Roar is a valuable skill for drawing enemy aggro and creating opportunities for other members of your party. However, while they offer consistent damage, their lack of strong defensive options places them behind other higher-tier options in some situations.

• Fighter

  Fighters are frontline tanks, specializing in absorbing damage with shields and parrying attacks. Their straightforward playstyle is easy to learn. However, as the game progresses, their damage output gradually becomes a noticeable weakness when compared to other vocations, especially in late-game content.

C Tier

• Trickster

  The Trickster supports the party primarily by distracting and buffing allies. While they can use Effigial Incense to summon a simulacrum for attacking, their damage potential is limited. The vocation is primarily support-focused and best utilized when leveraging your pawn team’s abilities. They are not ideal as your player character’s main vocation without having a highly trained and specialized pawn team.

• Archer

  Archers are capable in combat situations but lack the consistent damage of other vocations in the late game. While Tempest, Exploding, and Barrage Shot can devastate larger enemies, their effectiveness struggles against more diverse and agile foes in late-game content. Their playstyle requires significant skill to maximize effectiveness, making them a less ideal choice in many situations.

This tier list offers a general guideline. Individual preferences and playstyles may influence your assessment of each vocation. Experiment with different vocations to discover your preferred playstyle and to optimize your character build for the challenges in Dragon’s Dogma 2.