> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://siege-of-midgard-ro.gitbook.io/wiki-smro/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://siege-of-midgard-ro.gitbook.io/wiki-smro/class-builds/class-builds-hub.md). # Class Builds Hub Welcome to the **Class Builds** section of the Siege of Midgard RO wiki. This part of the wiki is made to help players understand how to approach their class, plan their build properly, and avoid wasting stats, skills, and resources. Whether you are brand new to Ragnarok Online or already experienced, this section will help you build your character with more direction. A strong character is not only about high level and good gear. It is also about having a build that matches your class, your farming goals, and your playstyle. ### What This Section Covers The Class Builds section is where players can learn the basics of class planning and progression for each class group available on the server. This section includes: * **Swordsman Guide** * **Mage Guide** * **Archer Guide** * **Acolyte Guide** * **Merchant Guide** * **Thief Guide** * **Expanded Classes Guide** * **Starter Builds** * **Skill Reset Guide** Each guide is intended to help players understand what their class is good at, how it usually progresses, and what kind of build direction makes sense early on. ### Why Class Builds Matter A lot of players focus only on leveling fast, but a bad build can slow you down even on a high-rate server. Your class build affects: * damage output * survivability * farming speed * skill efficiency * potion and supply usage * PvP performance * MVP effectiveness * long-term gear choices A well-planned build makes your progression smoother, faster, and less expensive. ### Not Every Build Is for Every Goal One of the most important things to understand is that there is no single “best” build for everything. A build that works well for one purpose may not be ideal for another. For example, some builds are better for: * early leveling * beginner farming * zeny efficiency * PvP * WoE * MVP hunting * party support * solo grinding That is why players should always build with a purpose. ### Good Build Planning Starts With a Goal Before following any guide, ask yourself: * Do I want a good beginner farming build? * Am I leveling quickly first? * Do I want a PvP-focused character? * Am I building for MVP hunting? * Do I want a simple and safe solo class? * Am I building for long-term optimization? The better your goal is defined, the easier it becomes to choose the right stat, skill, and gear direction. ### Why Beginners Need Class Guides Beginners often make mistakes like: * spreading stats too randomly * learning skills without a plan * copying advanced builds too early * building for PvP before stabilizing PvE * ignoring their class’s real strengths * choosing gear that does not support their build This section helps prevent those mistakes by giving each class a clearer starting point. ### What to Expect From the Class Guides Each class guide is meant to help you understand: * the role of the class * strengths and weaknesses * beginner-friendly build directions * what stats usually matter * what skills are commonly prioritized * how the class performs in farming, PvE, PvP, and progression * what kind of player the class suits best These are not meant to lock you into only one playstyle. They are meant to give you a strong foundation. ### Class Progression on Siege of Midgard RO Based on the current server setup: * **Trans Classes:** Enabled * **Expanded Classes:** Enabled * **3rd Jobs:** Disabled This means the class environment is focused on classic and transcendent class progression, with expanded options available, while keeping the overall server balance away from 3rd job scaling. Because of this, understanding your base and transcendent class direction matters a lot. ### Starter Builds Matter Many players make the mistake of looking only for “final builds.” But in reality, your **starter build** is just as important. A starter build should help you: * level smoothly * farm safely * use low-cost gear effectively * build stable income * prepare for stronger mid-game setups That is why this section also includes **Starter Builds** separately. ### Skill Planning Is as Important as Stat Planning Stats are only one part of a build. Skills are just as important. A bad skill path can hurt your progress by: * lowering your damage efficiency * increasing SP waste * slowing down leveling * making your build weaker in farming * forcing you to rely on resets too early That is why build guides should always consider both stats and skills together. ### Why Skill Reset Information Matters Because players often experiment or make mistakes early on, the **Skill Reset Guide** is an important part of this section. It helps players understand: * when a reset is worth using * what mistakes are worth correcting * how to recover from a bad early build * how to transition from beginner setup to stronger progression builds This is especially helpful for players still learning class paths. ### Recommended Reading Order A good order for this section is: 1. **Starter Builds**\ Start here if you are brand new or want the safest early build direction. 2. **Your Main Class Guide**\ Read the guide for the class family you want to play. 3. **Expanded Classes Guide**\ Read this if you are interested in special class options. 4. **Skill Reset Guide**\ Read this so you understand your recovery options if you need to adjust later. This order helps you build a strong foundation before going deeper into specialization. ### Good Mindset for Building a Character As you read the class guides, keep this mindset: * build for your current goal * keep early progression simple * do not copy advanced setups too soon * choose stats and skills that support how you actually play * improve your build step by step * let your class grow together with your gear and farming route A practical build will always outperform a flashy but unstable one. ### Final Advice Class planning is one of the biggest parts of success in Siege of Midgard RO. The more clearly you understand your class, the easier it becomes to level, farm, gear up, and compete. Use the guides in this section to give yourself structure, avoid beginner mistakes, and make better long-term decisions for your character. Your build is your foundation. 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