MapleStory Classic builds
Find Maple Classic builds for all ten second jobs and four branch foundations, with AP/SP plans, gear and early-to-mid training routes.
Choosing your second job? Compare all 10 classes in the launch tier list → Solo training, single-target combat and party support, ranked separately. Compare funding, difficulty and play style →
14 builds Source snapshot: 23 Oct · build review: 28 Oct 2026
Warrior
Close the distance. Spend on the attack pattern your map actually rewards.
Magician
A strong spell is only useful if you can afford the next cast.
Bowman
Make room for the shot. Positioning is part of your build.
Thief
Choose a weapon lane early. Keep your first build affordable.
Cleric
Keep the party standing, and make every healing cast count.
Ice / Lightning
Control a single threat, or turn a good grouping into faster clears.
Fighter
Groups and party attack support. Straightforward loop; contact positioning.
Page
Control-oriented melee. Target selection and debuff timing.
Spearman
Steady close-range sustain. Range and recovery management.
Fire/Poison Wizard
Group poison with a fire option. Damage timing and resistance.
Hunter
Ranged groups with control. Firing lanes and close-range pressure.
Crossbowman
Group damage with weapon commitment. Lanes and spacing without Hunter’s stun.
Assassin
Single-target uptime. Spacing, movement and resupply.
Bandit
Single-target concentration. Close-range uptime; limited groups.
Start with the routine you enjoy
| Branch | Your early routine | Watch the cost | First-job town |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warrior | Compact melee routes | Contact damage and travel | Perion |
| Magician | Spells and recovery planning | MP consumed per kill | Ellinia |
| Bowman | Clear firing lanes | Ammunition and repositioning | Henesys |
| Thief | Claw range or dagger contact | Weapon-path investment | Kerning City |
Choose for the launch content you can play. There is no universal best build here; each guide explains the decision behind the next point.
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