Choosing the right class for the job
One of the most significant changes to New World Aeternum is in its class system. Instead of the previous mechanic, in which you start the MMO with a blank slate, Aeternum allows you to select an archetype. You have:
Soldier
Destroyer
Ranger
Musketeer
Occultist
Mystic
Swordbearer
Despite the new archetypes, the old system of tailoring your build to your liking remains present. The archetype you choose gives you a starting point, a few buffs to specific skills, and a beginner’s kit with armor and weapons to help you jump into the story. But you’re not tied down to that play style. I’m currently running a Ranger with a bow and arrow and a two-handed sword, which doesn’t typically fit with the archetype.
That said, we recommend you choose whichever archetype offers Trade Skills that interest you most. For example, the iconic Soldier-type class starts with a minor boost to Weaponsmithing, Mining, and Smelting, which is perfect for players who want to craft and sell weapons on the marketplace.
