Class choice dilemma!

Clarebear · May 2014

Ok I have been playing around some with all 4 classes none past level 9 yet they all have pluses and minuses that I like. I am wondering what class people think has the most versatility via class skills…I mean they are all versatile but some seem more close range focused like a Dragonknight while a Sorcerer has more range but lacks and decent heal….

Do any of the classes have an easier time doing multiple builds for multiple rolls over any other. Also if I want to DPS at Vetran ranks is any class more likely taken than others? Forgot to mention I like in groups to play ranged but Solo I like to mix it up from range and get up close. Generally like 2 hand weapons and Bows but also like magic.

LadyChaos · May 2014

TBH I think you can make just about any build work if you are looking for what makes you happy. If you are looking to min/max things some classes do have some specific synergies to consider.

DK

DPS, Tank
best fire based class
great/"best" class AoE,
"best" AoE CC
Chain ability (anti ranged pull)
1 of 2 classes with ultimate reduction abilitiy

Templar

Very versatile- DPS,Heals (STA and HP), Tank
some fire, mostly magic based
More heals than any other class,
"best" of the 2 classes with external heals.
gap closer abilitiy
arguably best burst DPS
inexpensive AoE ultimate

Sorcerer

Very versatile - DPS,CC,Pets
Some Shock/lightning, rest Magic based damage
1 of 2 classes with ultimate reduction ability
Best magic reductions/magicka management.
Best class mobility
Great Dps.
Only pet class

NB

DPS, Heal
only other class with external heals beside Templar
Only class with in combat stealth
bonuses to damage while stealth/behind
lots of stun abilities
inexpensive single target ultimates

I don't know as much about DK and NB so please add anything I missed...

xande93 · May 2014

To be honest, there's little reason why you can't just mix and match - for example, a sorcerer can use a bow or a destruction staff with ranged magic skills to back them up or if you prefer getting in close you can equip daggers or a sword and use defensive skills like mage armour. It's entirely up to you how you play each class, the class abilities only play as much of a role in your playstyle as you would want them to. I wouldn't say that any one class is more versatile than the next, you can make pretty much anything work.

MorHawk · May 2014

Short, oversimplified (and fairly subjective) answer - sorc's the most versatile class, closely followed by DK.

7788b14_ESO · May 2014

MorHawk wrote: »

Short, oversimplified (and fairly subjective) answer - sorc's the most versatile class, closely followed by DK.

Agreed

NovaMarx · May 2014

7788b14_ESO wrote: »

MorHawk wrote: »

Short, oversimplified (and fairly subjective) answer - sorc's the most versatile class, closely followed by DK.

Agreed

Double agreed.

My main is DK, but I am starting to prefer Sorc as it as more possibilities - for example focusing solely on mage skills, or my personal favorite: a battlemage.

Stx · May 2014

If you are talking about just questing pre-50, then any class can do anything really. But for veteran content and competitive pvp, certain classes like Nightblade are forced into only a few niche roles to remain viable. If you are looking for a versatile class I would recommend Sorcerer, and DK is also versatile, only because they are so overpowered. But I have to imagine DK will be getting nerfed sometime soon.

Clarebear · May 2014

Thanks I have kinda come to similar conclusion thinking I may roll a Sorc and not look back just have to decide race debating between Breton and Dunmer in case I want to go Vampire.

LadyChaos · May 2014

Clarebear wrote: »

Thanks I have kinda come to similar conclusion thinking I may roll a Sorc and not look back just have to decide race debating between Breton and Dunmer in case I want to go Vampire.

For me race tie was weighted in weather or not I every planned to take advantage of the dual wield bonus of Dunmer or the caster oriented bonuses of Breton. If planning vamp I would definitely have gone Dunmer myself.

7788b14_ESO · May 2014

I've played with every class and like someone said in another thread that asked this question, sorc can do everything, tank, dps, heal, pets, you name it. And add vamp to that and you won't regret it. This game really favors casters.