In Elden Ring: Nightreign there are up to 8 classes with which you can plunge into the fray, but not all are meant for every play style. We show you the best classes in our tier list and explain what strengths and weaknesses you can expect.
How did the ranking come about? The ranking was compiled by our Souls expert Christos. To reach an informed judgment, he compared things like versatility, the effort to master the class, and the advantages and disadvantages of each class.
Additionally, he unlocked each class and tested them in co-op as well as solo to see how well they actually perform. Feel free to leave your opinion about the respective classes and discuss it with other players in the comments. But now let’s get to the ranking.
Rank S – The best classes for all occasions
Wylder
Why is the Wylder so good? The Wylder is the all-round class and one of the most beginner-friendly classes available in Nightreign. His claw shot makes him very mobile, as he can use it for movement as well as in combat to pull enemies towards him or temporarily latch onto them to close distances.
As far as damage is concerned, he can deal considerable damage. When the Wylder uses his ultimate ability, the Charge Strike, an iron spike is rammed into your enemies with a large explosion – in the best case, they will be knocked back to make room for a critical hit.
Last but not least, the passive ability “Sixth Sense” comes into play, allowing you to survive a fatal hit. This is very practical for both veterans and beginners, as it allows you to enter combat more relaxed and tolerate the occasional mistake.
Rogue
Why is the Rogue so good? The Rogue is simply a walking bulldozer that crushes every enemy into the ground. You have a lot of health, great balance, and the power to wield devastating weapons effectively. But let’s move on to his skills, which emphasize his power even more.
First comes his character talent, the Revenge. This skill allows you to give your enemies a headbutt that deals little damage but can impair enemies in their stance. In the best case, you can even land a critical hit after a Revenge. With his passive skill, you will additionally not be knocked out of your Revenge even if one of the Night Lords hits you with full force.
Regarding his ultimate ability, you summon a giant gravestone out of nowhere. This deals significant area damage, increases balance for you and your allies, and also creates a platform to temporarily escape the fight. Overall, the Rogue is an aggressive tank that can take a lot of punishment but can also deal it out. You can even run into a horde of enemies and hardly need to fear dying.
Rank A – Solid classes that are difficult to master
Iron Eye
What makes Iron Eye good? The Iron Eye is a solid class and the best choice if you want to play a ranged character. Equipped with his bow, he attacks his enemies but is not averse to stepping into melee to eliminate his opponents. Through his passive ability, Iron Eye also discovers more loot than others, which benefits his teammates.
Due to his background as an assassin, Iron Eye possesses the talent “Marking”. With this ability, enemies are marked with a dagger. This marking creates a weakness that can then be destroyed to stagger enemies.
In the ultimate ability, you shoot a supersonic arrow through everything that lies on the trajectory of your projectile. This can be useful for breaking weak points, eliminating groups of enemies, or bringing back distant and concealed allies to life. The Iron Eye is thus a very effective class, especially for those who prefer a tactical approach.
Executor
What makes Executor good? The Executor is one of the best classes in the game when it comes to fighting enemies, but only if you can master him.
One of the most important talents is the cursed sword of the Executor. Players can draw the sword and parry almost any attack at the right moment – even those from bosses and spells. If you parry consecutively, the blade glows, and you can unleash a strong counterattack that can kill or knock back enemies. Unfortunately, drawing the sword slows your movement.
With the ulti, you transform into a beast of the crucible and can crush enemies, deal heavy damage to bosses, or bring back allies. The form is somewhat clunky, but with some practice, you will also learn to be quick on your feet with it.
The Executor naturally has a high arcane scaling, which benefits players who rely on status effects. Bleeding, poison, rot, and frost can thus be activated much faster.
Guardian
What makes the Guardian so good? The Guardian is the second tank on the list, but this one focuses on a more defensive playstyle. The Guardian has a lot of stamina and the highest number of health points of all classes – he is designed to take damage.
As an eagle, this class naturally possesses wings that he can use in combat. With the skill “Tornado,” a whirlwind is summoned that pulls enemies to the center and deflects projectiles. The ulti, on the other hand, is a strong option to achieve two things:
- Rush into an area of enemies and take control of the area
- Revive allies
The second point is very practical, as no matter how many health bars your colleagues possess, if they are on the ground, they can both be revived with an ulti if they are within the impact radius. This can decide victory or defeat in critical situations or during the final boss fight.
Rank B – Good classes, but not for all occasions
Countess
What makes the Countess solid? With the Countess, you have a solid choice as a fighter/support. In combat, she deals less damage compared to the listed tanks, but her skill “Reenactment” repeats the last executed attacks, effectively doubling the damage.
As a supporter, she can make herself and allies invisible for a certain time thanks to her ulti. This can be especially useful when you want to escape critical situations or revive allies.
What makes the Countess even more interesting is her passive ability “Balance”. With this, you can dodge twice in a row and in general reduce your stamina consumption during these actions and while attacking. The Countess has much more FP compared to the other classes, so a hybrid build of magic and melee is worthwhile here.
However, one of the most significant downsides is her available HP and the lack of talent to withstand hits, as she cannot do that. In capable hands, the Countess can deal well in a group, but solo, it is difficult to survive with her.
Rank C – Strong classes but too niche
Hermit
Why is the Hermit niche? The Hermit is the sorceress par excellence, and she demonstrates this with her skills on the battlefield. She marks her enemies with her ulti “Soul Blood Song” and ensures they take more damage – additionally, the LP and FP of the sorceress are restored.
In Limveldt you will also find various wands that can perform different types of magic. Depending on the element, you can absorb this with the talent of the Hermit and then create your own magic that can debuff enemies or bombard a large area. This can be powerful, but only if you are in a group and have the time to execute the action – solo, it’s almost impossible.
Lastly, she can restore FP for herself and allies through her affinity traces. All in all, the Hermit is solid, but only if she is in a group. Alone, she often has no chance, as she has far too little health, relies on FP, and almost gives way in melee.
Ghost
Why is the Ghost niche? The Ghost is the summoner in the group and can summon useful spirits in battle with her skills that are versatile. To do this, she uses her lyre and can choose between a Pagan, a large colossus, and a gigantic skeleton. Each of the spirits has different fighting styles and robustness.
What makes this class invaluable in the group is her ulti “Immortal March”. With this skill, you and your group become temporarily immortal. Used correctly, this skill can decide life or death.
The Ghost can be effective in both melee and ranged combat, but her low health points force her to avoid direct confrontation with an enemy and prefer to act in the background as a supporter.
These were all classes from Elden Ring: Nightreign in our tier list. Do you agree with our ranking, or do you think a class has been treated unfairly? Feel free to share your opinions in the comments and tell us your favorite class: Elden Ring: Nightreign – Change skins and unlock the dressing room
