Are you having a hard time with the class you picked in MapleStory Artale? Is the playstyle frustrating or just not clicking? Don't worry—you're not alone. Artale, the nostalgic old-school MapleStory server hosted within MapleStory Worlds, offers a wide range of classes that mimic that classic MS feel. But with all those choices, it can be overwhelming for both new and returning players.
In this article, we'll go over the Top 7 Beginner-Friendly Classes to help you enjoy the game and progress smoothly. We'll also touch on a few classes that might be better suited for more advanced players due to their complexity or demanding mechanics.
Why Choosing the Right Class Matters in Artale
MapleStory Artale brings back the iconic grinding, bossing, and party-play experience, but with its unique balance tweaks and progression curve. Some classes are incredibly forgiving and user-friendly, while others have a steep learning curve or punishing mechanics. If you're new, you'll want a class that:
Has high survivability
Is easy to level and boss with
Doesn't require complicated burst setups
Offers consistent damage
Feels fun and smooth to play
Let's dive right in.
1. Wind Archer – The Easiest Entry Point
Type: Hurricane Class
Survivability: ★★★★★
Bossing Simplicity: ★★★★★
Mobility: ★★★★☆
Wind Archer is one of the most popular beginner-friendly classes in Artale—and for good reason. It's a hurricane-style class, meaning you just hold down one attack key and move freely. There's zero skill animation lock, so you can stop attacking to dodge a boss mechanic instantly. That alone makes this class excellent for learning bossing fundamentals.
Wind Archer has:
Consistent 2-minute burst cycles
Strong tornadoes for AoE and bossing
Great horizontal mobility with Wind Walk
One of the best survivability kits for new players
The simplicity and flow of the class make it great for solo play or party bossing. Whether you're tackling Zakum, Horntail, or just grinding in popular maps, Wind Archer will never feel clunky or overwhelming.
2. Bishop – The Support With Solo Power
Type: Support / Magic DPS
Survivability: ★★★★★
Bossing Simplicity: ★★★☆☆
Mobility: ★★☆☆☆
Bishop is the iconic priest class—long praised for its utility in party content. In Artale, it shines as both a solo-friendly and team-oriented class.
Key advantages:
Angel Ray heals while dealing damage—great for solo survivability.
Heaven's Door gives a free revive every 9 minutes.
Holy Symbol boosts EXP by 50%, speeding up leveling dramatically.
Fountain can full-heal you or your party.
While it's technically a support class, Bishop can hold its own in boss fights. Its cooldowns rotate every 2 to 3 minutes, and it fits in almost every party composition. Learning to maximize its utility takes a bit of time, but even with a basic rotation, Bishop is forgiving and powerful.
3. Bowmaster – Simple, Effective, and Durable
Type: Hurricane Archer
Survivability: ★★★★☆
Bossing Simplicity: ★★★★★
Mobility: ★★★☆☆
Bowmaster is one of the cleanest, smoothest damage dealers in the game. If Wind Archer feels like a cheat code for new players, Bowmaster is its slightly more advanced (but still beginner-friendly) counterpart.
Why Bowmaster is great:
Lifesteal from Blood Arrows
Auto-targeting dummies tank hits and grab boss aggro
2-minute burst cycle is as easy as pressing 1-2-3-4-5-6 and holding hurricane
Extremely consistent damage output
You'll rarely feel like you're underperforming or dying to nonsense mechanics. And if you get bored of Bowmaster's style, you can even job change to Marksman without starting over. Speaking of which…
4. Marksman – The More Tactical Archer
Type: Snipe DPS
Survivability: ★★★☆☆
Bossing Simplicity: ★★★★☆
Mobility: ★★★☆☆
Marksman is Bowmaster's sibling class. It trades the hurricane mechanic for harder-hitting single shots and a more bursty style. While it's slightly more technical, it remains a great beginner choice.
Features:
2-minute main burst with a powerful sniper shot every 60 seconds
Dummy skill redirects boss aggro, allowing you to DPS safely
Solid damage with fewer key inputs
If you enjoy standing back and sniping enemies with precision, Marksman delivers a classic ranged DPS experience. While not as fluid as Bowmaster, it offers a high reward for a low barrier to entry.
5. Shade – Easy Support with Amazing Utility
Type: Support/DPS Hybrid
Survivability: ★★★★☆
Bossing Simplicity: ★★★★☆
Mobility: ★★★★☆
Shade might be one of the most underrated support classes in MapleStory Artale. It's easy to learn, brings huge party buffs, and doesn't sacrifice much in terms of solo power.
What makes Shade good:
Split Shade gives 15% Final Damage to your whole party every 2 minutes
Boosts archer classes with bonus Crit Rate/Crit Damage via Vicious Shot
Great survivability tools like Foxfire (negates boss mechanics)
Built-in mobility with backstep skills
Smooth bossing rotation
Shade shines when teamed with Bowmasters and Marksmen, but it also does great solo. Its burst setup is simple, and it supports while dishing out great DPS. New players who enjoy being helpful and impactful will love Shade.
6. Night Walker – High Damage, Low Effort
Type: Hurricane Thief
Survivability: ★★★★☆
Bossing Simplicity: ★★★★★
Mobility: ★★★★★
Night Walker is deceptively simple for how much damage it pumps out. It has one of the smoothest rotations in Artale and scales insanely well without requiring deep mechanical mastery.
Why it's beginner-friendly:
Hurricane-style auto-attacks make dodging easy
Built-in overshield, lifesteal, and Door mechanic (like Bishop)
3-minute main burst + 90-second mini burst for consistent DPS
No-cooldown backstep makes movement feel fluid and fun
Night Walker also has flashy skills, great mobility, and is surprisingly tanky for a thief. If you want to fly across the screen and melt bosses while staying alive, Night Walker is an amazing option.
7. Buccaneer – Low Input, High Value
Type: Melee DPS
Survivability: ★★★★☆
Bossing Simplicity: ★★★★★
Mobility: ★★★☆☆
Buccaneer feels like a cheat class for new players. It has a skill called Lord of the Deep that literally auto-attacks the boss for you, and it does massive damage while you barely lift a finger.
Why Buccaneer rocks:
Super easy burst rotation
Passive shield from Defense Form reduces damage taken
Tanky and forgiving
Excellent solo bossing capability
Simple to build and fund
This is the perfect pick for players who want to jump into bossing without worrying about pressing 20 different buttons. Just activate your burst, get in position, and let the class do the work.
Final Thoughts
Choosing your first main in MapleStory Artale is a big deal—it can mean the difference between falling in love with the game or quitting in frustration. The classes we covered today—Wind Archer, Bishop, Bowmaster, Marksman, Shade, Night Walker, and Buccaneer—offer a perfect balance of survivability, simplicity, and power. You'll have fun grinding, get more Artale Mesos fast, thrive in boss fights, and won't feel overwhelmed.
MMOexp MapleStory Artale Team