Dark and Darker Classes

Introduction

In this guide, we’ll take a look at the pros and cons, starting attributes, and descriptions of all the Dark and Darker Classes. There are currently 8 playable classes,

Dark and Darker Classes

Barbarian

Barbarian is a melee class that uses brute force to overcome undead and enemy players. Barbarians have skills centered around dealing large amounts of damage while putting yourself at risk defensively. Barbarians typically wield either a 2 hand battle ace or dual-wielding hatchets. For a full guide on Barbarian, check out our Dark and Darker Barbarian guide.

Pros

Hits very hard, perhaps the hardest in the game
Can destroy doors and chests
High health pool
Great for solo and group play

Cons

Very clunky movement and attack speed
Telegraphed playstyle makes it easier for opponents to dodge attacks.

Cleric

Cleric is the only raw healer class in Dark and Darker. They can deal both physical and magical damage while healing and supporting allies. Clerics usually wield both a magical weapon and a sword and mace. For a full guide on how to play Cleric, check out our Dark and Darker Cleric Guide.

Pros

Great Group Support
High Survivability
Strong against Undead
Good Magic Damage Output in PVP

Cons

Slow melee attack Speed
Low Physical Damage Output in PVP

Fighter

The Fighter is Dark and Darkers most well-rounded class. Fighter can use most weapons and has skills that compliment most playstyles. For how to play Fighter check out our Dark and Darker Fighter Guide.

Pros

Jack of all trades
Can equip most items
Sprint skill allowing great movement
Great for solo and group play

Cons

Gear dependent
While flexible, has less identity

Ranger

Ranger is the classic archer class of dark and Darker. They deal damage at range using a bow and arrow as well as melee damage with rapiers and daggers. The Ranger has a high skill floor and Ceiling and is Elite in the hands of a good player. For a full guide on playing Ranger, check out our Dark and Darker Ranger Guide.

Pros

Ranged damage and good vs PvE
Strong baseline skills to select
Access to Spear usage
Great starting gear (Traps and Campfire)

Cons

Very low base health pool and armor
High skill ceiling
Takes time to learn range drop-off from arrows

Rogue

Rogue is a stealth-based class that uses positional techniques and poisons to deal massive amounts of damage to monsters and enemy players. For a full guide on Rogue, check out our Dark and Darker Rogue Guide.

Pros

Excellent Burst Damage
High Movement and Interaction Speed

Cons

Poor Survivability while not in Stealth
Not Beginner friendly (weak Starting Gear)
Cooldown dependent

Wizard

The Wizard is a strong ranged spellcaster class with the ability to choose some melee options also. The Wizard has a vast array of spells ranging from high damage nukes to utility buffs. For a guide on how to play Wizard check out our Dark and Darker Wizard Guide.

Pros

Has access to powerful spells
Unique access to ranged and melee magic weapons
Fairly versatile gameplay
Extremely strong when played right

Cons

Very low base health pool
Low base physical damage
Prone to hitting teammates in group sessions

Bard

The Bard is a full utility powerhouse in Dark and Darker. Bard utilizes a huge amount of song sheets to buff allies while de-buffing and damaging enemies. Currently, the Bard sits next to the Cleric as a top-tier support class – almost a must-have in any comp. The Bard uses 4 different instruments to recite the songs and carries a small bow or sword to defend itself with. For a guide on how to play the Bard, check out our Dark and Darker Bard guide.

Pros

Incredible Utility options
Fun to play
Has aggressive and defensive options

Cons

Requires you to balance playing mini-games while fighting
A lot of songs to manage throughout
Can be caught off-guard mid-song

Warlock

The Warlock is a new DPS spellcaster class in Dark and Darker. Unlike the Wizard, however, the Warlock utilizes curses, dark magic and the fires from hell itself. Currently, the Warlock utilizes Magical Healing and the pet summon, “Summon Hydra. This does not stop the Warlock from being playable, however, using DoT effects to kill enemies while gaining health from them – while using melee combat to finish players. For a guide on how to play the Warlock, check out our Dark and Darker Warlock guide.

Pros

Incredible raw damage with Blow of Corruption and Hellfire
Room to grow as a work-in-progress
Fantastic class theme

Cons

Lack of mobility while being incomplete can often lead to death
Hard for new players to balance life-drain as a spell cost
Without practice, Hellfire will kill you or your team

Druid

The Druid is an upcoming class based around Nature Magic. Shapeshifting is the key mechanic exclusive to the Druid, allowing the class to shift into nature’s most ferocious wildlife – such as bears! Currently, the class is not available, however, the class is expected to go live around April-May 2024. As a result, check back regularly to see the full extent of the Druid!

Class Attribute Comparison

Class	Strength	Vigor	Agility	Dexterity	Will	Knowledge	Health	Resourcefulness
Barbarian	20	25	13	12	18	5	118	12
Cleric	11	13	12	14	25	20	95	10
Fighter	15	15	15	15	15	15	100	15
Ranger	10	10	20	18	10	12	90	25
Rogue	5	5	25	25	10	10	75	25
Wizard	6	7	15	17	20	25	81	15
Bard	13	13	13	20	11	20	96	15
Warlock	13	14	14	15	25	15	98	12