Character Evolution
Explore the transformation journey of Dragon Nest characters as they evolve through different stages, gaining new abilities and appearances.
Warrior
Archer
Sorceress
Cleric
Academic
Kali
Assassin
Lancea
Warrior
The base Warrior class, specializing in close combat with swords and shields. A balanced fighter with good offensive and defensive capabilities.
Attack: B+
Defense: A
Magic: D
Swordsman
The first evolution of the Warrior path, focusing on offensive capabilities with two-handed weapons for maximum damage output.
Attack: A+
Defense: B
Magic: D
Mercenary
The first evolution of the Warrior path, focusing on balanced combat with sword and shield for versatility in battle.
Attack: B+
Defense: A
Magic: D
Gladiator
The second evolution of the Swordsman path, specializing in area damage and crowd control with massive two-handed weapons.
Attack: S
Defense: C
Magic: D
Moonlord
The second evolution of the Swordsman path, focusing on precision strikes and critical hits with elegant swordplay.
Attack: A+
Defense: B
Magic: C+
Guardian
The second evolution of the Mercenary path, specializing in defense and protection with enhanced shield techniques.
Attack: B
Defense: S+
Magic: C
Base
Swordsman
Mercenary
Gladiator
Moonlord
Guardian
Archer
The base Archer class, specializing in ranged combat with bows and crossbows. Excellent damage dealer from a distance.
Attack: A
Defense: C
Magic: B
Bowmaster
The first evolution of the Archer path, focusing on precision shots and high single-target damage with traditional bows.
Attack: A+
Defense: C
Magic: B
Acrobat
The first evolution of the Archer path, specializing in mobility and area damage with crossbows and agile movements.
Attack: A
Defense: C+
Magic: B
Sniper
The second evolution of the Bowmaster path, focusing on extreme range and critical damage with powerful precision shots.
Attack: S
Defense: D
Magic: B
Artillery
The second evolution of the Acrobat path, specializing in explosive arrows and area damage to control the battlefield.
Attack: A
Defense: C
Magic: A
Base
Bowmaster
Acrobat
Sniper
Artillery
Sorceress
The base Sorceress class, specializing in elemental magic and area damage. Masters of arcane powers with devastating spells.
Magic: S+
Defense: D
Attack: B
Elementalist
The first evolution of the Sorceress path, focusing on raw elemental power with fire, ice, and lightning magic.
Magic: S
Defense: D
Attack: B
Mystic
The first evolution of the Sorceress path, specializing in arcane magic and time manipulation for crowd control.
Magic: A
Defense: D+
Utility: S
Pyromancer
The second evolution of the Elementalist path, mastering fire magic to engulf enemies in devastating flames.
Magic: S+
Defense: D
Attack: B
Chronomancer
The second evolution of the Mystic path, manipulating time and space to control the battlefield and support allies.
Magic: A
Defense: C
Utility: S+
Base
Elementalist
Mystic
Pyromancer
Chronomancer
Cleric
The base Cleric class, specializing in healing and divine magic. Essential support class that can both heal allies and damage enemies.
Healing: S
Defense: B
Attack: C
Priest
The first evolution of the Cleric path, focusing on healing and protective magic to support allies in battle.
Healing: S+
Defense: B
Attack: C
Paladin
The first evolution of the Cleric path, balancing offensive and defensive capabilities with holy magic and combat skills.
Attack: B+
Defense: A
Healing: B
Saint
The second evolution of the Priest path, mastering divine healing to restore allies and even resurrect fallen comrades.
Healing: S+
Defense: B+
Attack: C
Inquisitor
The second evolution of the Paladin path, channeling divine wrath to smite enemies with holy damage and area control.
Attack: A
Defense: B
Healing: C
Base
Priest
Paladin
Saint
Inquisitor
Academic
The base Academic class, utilizing technology and inventions in battle. A versatile class with mechanical devices and chemical compounds.
Attack: A
Defense: C
Utility: A
Engineer
The first evolution of the Academic path, focusing on mechanical devices and turrets for area control and sustained damage.
Attack: A
Defense: C
Utility: A
Alchemist
The first evolution of the Academic path, specializing in chemical compounds and potions for various battlefield effects.
Attack: B+
Defense: C
Utility: S
Machinist
The second evolution of the Engineer path, deploying advanced turrets and robots for maximum battlefield control.
Attack: S
Defense: C
Utility: A
Physician
The second evolution of the Alchemist path, creating healing potions and supportive compounds to aid allies in battle.
Attack: C
Defense: B
Utility: S+
Base
Engineer
Alchemist
Machinist
Physician
Kali
The base Kali class, mystical dancers who channel spiritual energy through their movements and dual chakrams.
Attack: A
Defense: C
Magic: A
Dancer
The first evolution of the Kali path, focusing on graceful movements and rapid attacks with chakrams for area damage.
Attack: A
Defense: C
Magic: B
Spiritualist
The first evolution of the Kali path, communing with ancient spirits to aid in battle with spiritual magic.
Attack: B
Defense: C
Magic: A
Blade Dancer
The second evolution of the Dancer path, mastering weapon choreography for devastating area damage with chakrams.
Attack: S
Defense: C
Magic: B
Soul Eater
The second evolution of the Spiritualist path, harnessing dark spiritual energy to drain life force from enemies.
Attack: A
Defense: B
Magic: S
Base
Dancer
Spiritualist
Blade Dancer
Soul Eater
Assassin
The base Assassin class, masters of stealth and precision who strike from the shadows to eliminate high-value targets.
Attack: S
Defense: D
Evasion: B
Shinobi
The first evolution of the Assassin path, focusing on stealth and agility with quick strikes and shadow techniques.
Attack: S
Defense: D
Evasion: A
Reaper
The first evolution of the Assassin path, using shadow magic and poison to weaken and eliminate targets over time.
Attack: A
Defense: D
Magic: B
Shadow Blade
The second evolution of the Shinobi path, mastering shadow teleportation and devastating critical strikes.
Attack: S+
Defense: D
Evasion: A+
Venomancer
The second evolution of the Reaper path, specializing in deadly poisons that apply multiple toxic effects to enemies.
Attack: A
Defense: D+
Debuff: S
Base
Shinobi
Reaper
Shadow Blade
Venomancer
Lancea
The base Lancea class, holy warriors who wield divine spears and lances to pierce through evil with physical and magical attacks.
Attack: A
Defense: A
Magic: B
Lancer
The first evolution of the Lancea path, focusing on physical combat with spears for powerful thrusts and sweeping attacks.
Attack: A+
Defense: B
Magic: C
Crusader
The first evolution of the Lancea path, balancing physical attacks with holy magic for versatile combat capabilities.
Attack: B+
Defense: A
Magic: B
Dragoon
The second evolution of the Lancer path, specializing in aerial combat with powerful jumping attacks using their lances.
Attack: S
Defense: B
Magic: C
Valkyrie
The second evolution of the Crusader path, combining powerful spear techniques with holy magic for balanced combat.
Attack: A
Defense: B+
Magic: A
Base
Lancer
Crusader
Dragoon
Valkyrie
Character Evolution System
In Dragon Nest, characters evolve through a series of job advancements that unlock new abilities, skills, and appearances. Each base class has multiple evolution paths, allowing players to customize their playstyle according to their preferences.
The evolution system consists of multiple tiers, with each tier offering more specialized and powerful abilities. As characters evolve, they gain access to unique skills and can equip more advanced gear, making them increasingly formidable in battle.
Evolution not only enhances a character's combat capabilities but also transforms their appearance, reflecting their growing power and mastery of their chosen path. The visual progression is a key aspect of the Dragon Nest experience, allowing players to showcase their achievements.
Evolution Requirements
Character must reach the required level (Lv. 15, 45, 80)
Complete the class-specific evolution quest
Pay the evolution fee (gold)
Collect the necessary evolution materials
Defeat the evolution trial boss