Aion 2 introduces one of the most flexible and modern character growth systems in the MMORPG genre. Whether you’re a new Daeva entering Atria for the first time or a veteran player optimizing every stat point, understanding how progression works will dramatically improve your power, efficiency, and long-term build potential.
It is specifically designed to help you:
- Level faster and more efficiently
- Build a powerful and synergistic stat setup
- Master the gear RNG system
- Learn how skill trees, combos, and chains work
- Optimize your build for PvE and PvP
- Prepare for endgame content
Let’s dive deep into the heart of character progression.
1. What Makes Progression in Aion 2 Unique?
Aion 2 is not just Aion 1 with better graphics—it’s a complete redesign of how characters grow. NCSoft shifted from a rigid leveling model to a hybrid system combining:
- Classic leveling: XP, quests, exploration
- Gear-based progression: RNG stat rolls, enhancement, min-maxing
- Skill growth: point allocation, combo chains, rare skill books
- Build identity: class roles, customization branches, stats that impact gameplay
In short:
Your character isn’t defined by a level but by the choices you make.
Aion 2 also adopts a medium progression difficulty, which means casual players can enjoy steady growth, while hardcore players have layers of optimization to dig into.
2. Leveling Guide — From Beginner to Veteran Daeva
Leveling in Aion 2 is streamlined and more accessible than ever.
2.1 Leveling Pace
- Testers reached level 45 without cash shop items, confirming a friendly F2P progression curve.
- XP comes from questing, exploring new regions, defeating elites, and contributing to faction activities.
2.2 Leveling Tips
- Follow regional story quests to unlock new zones faster.
- Elite mobs give significantly better XP—prioritize them when possible.
- Upgrade gear regularly—even small stat increases accelerate leveling speed.
- Gather skill books early to unlock essential combos.
2.3 Support Classes Level Faster Now
A major complaint in Aion 1 was Clerics and Chanters leveling painfully slowly.
Aion 2 fixes this:
- Better damage scaling on basic abilities
- Early access to reliable offensive tools
- Improved survivability during solo leveling
You can confidently level any class without relying on groups.
3. Stats & Character Growth — Understanding the Core System
Aion 2 uses a hybrid stat system combining base stats, general stats, and RNG gear stats. Together, these define your build identity.
3.1 Base Stats
Your class starts with unique base stat distributions that define its role:
- Attack Power
- Magic Power
- HP
- Defense
- Crit
- Support stats (healing, mana recovery, etc.)
These cannot be changed but scale with level and gear.
3.2 General Stats (Player-Chosen Growth)
As you progress, you unlock “general stat points” that you can distribute yourself.
These let you decide your build direction:
- Offensive burst DPS
- DoT-based sustained DPS
- Tank-oriented survival builds
- Support-heavy healing builds
- Hybrid mixes
This system ensures two players of the same class can feel completely different.
4. Gear, Loot, and RNG — The True Endgame Loop
Gear is the single biggest source of power in Aion 2.
4.1 RNG Gear Stats
When you obtain gear and identify it:
- Stat rolls are RANDOM
- Different rarity levels have different stat ceilings
- You can get “god roll” items with perfect stat combinations
Examples of RNG stats:
- Crit Rate
- Physical/Magical Attack
- Healing Power
- HP%
- Defense stats
- Resistances
This creates a loot-hunting system similar to Diablo, Lost Ark, Lineage W, and Black Desert.
4.2 Why RNG Matters
RNG ensures:
- Endless variety
- Long-term replayability
- Full min-maxing possibilities
- More meaningful gear farming
Players who enjoy optimization will LOVE this system.
5. Cosmetics & Power — The Important Distinction
To address pay-to-win concerns:
- Cash shop skins have NO stats.
- In-game earnable skins DO have stats, but they are minor bonuses.
This preserves fairness while rewarding gameplay activity with cosmetic progression.
6. Skills — The Most Advanced System in Aion 2
Skills define your combat identity.
6.1 Skill Acquisition
You unlock skills through:
- Leveling
- Skill books
- Dungeon drops
- Special merchants
- Events
6.2 Skill Leveling
Skills must be individually leveled, making them part of the endgame loop.
Higher skill levels improve:
- Damage
- Duration
- Cooldown
- Additional effects
6.3 Skill Point Allocation
You don’t get enough points to max everything.
This forces specialization, creating build diversity.
7. Chain Skills & Combo System
One of Aion’s signature systems returns with refinements.
7.1 How Chain Skills Work
- Use a specific skill
- A chain prompt appears (e.g., press Q or E)
- Trigger the follow-up skill
- Continue the chain into devastating finishers
7.2 Benefits of Chains
- High burst damage
- Crowd control timing
- Mobility combos
- Defensive chains
- AoE skill rotations
Mastering chains separates new players from experts.
8. Skill Effects & Combat Identity
Every class has a mixture of:
Crowd Control
- Fear
- Stuns
- Knockdowns
- Immobilize
- Silences
Damage Types
- Direct instant damage
- DoT damage (burn, bleed, corruption)
- Channeling abilities
- AoE nukes
Utility
- Healing
- Shields
- Mana regeneration
- Buff auras
- Debuffs and damage amplifiers
Understanding these synergies is crucial for endgame.
9. Endgame Growth — Your Build Starts Here
Endgame in Aion 2 revolves around constant improvement:
What you’ll do:
- Farm dungeons for perfect stat rolls
- Collect rare skill books
- Upgrade high-tier gear
- Optimize builds for PvP or PvE
- Participate in faction and world bosses
- Enhance cosmetics for small bonuses
This loop is designed to last for months — even years.
