Skills are a core part of character progression in BGS Classic.
Each job has its own skill tree, requirements and playstyle. Skills allow characters to deal damage, provide support, control enemies and perform other specialized actions.
⚡ BGS Modified: Some skills and skill mechanics are specifically modified for BGS. See BGS Modified Skills for the current list of confirmed changes.
Skills may have different properties, including:
These properties determine how a skill behaves and how it fits into a character build.
Many skills can be learned or upgraded through multiple levels.
Increasing a skill level may change:
Skill points should be planned carefully because they are limited.
Some skills require specific conditions before they can be learned.
Requirements may include:
Always check the relevant skill tree before committing skill points.
Every job has its own skill tree.
First Job skills provide the foundation for your character's abilities and playstyle.
2-1 jobs gain access to more specialized skills and class roles.
2-2 jobs provide alternative skill paths and different ways to build your character.
Super Novice has its own specialized skill progression.
For complete job information:
Some jobs have additional skills obtained through specific requirements or quests.
These skills may be documented on the relevant class or skill pages.
There is no single skill build that is correct for every character.
Your skill allocation should consider:
A build designed for one purpose may perform differently in another.
BGS includes confirmed modifications to specific skills.
These modifications may affect:
For the complete list of confirmed BGS skill changes:
Standard Ragnarok databases and guides can be useful for general reference, but BGS-specific skill information takes precedence whenever the implementations differ.
⚡ When a BGS skill mechanic differs from standard Ragnarok Online, follow the current BGS implementation documented in the Wiki.