One of the most asked question in Dragon Nest (or probably in any MMORPG) is "what are the top dps class in the game.
Players love DPS classes. WHO doesn't? Who doesn't want to see his/her character drop some bombs in his/her enemies and knock them out cold in a few seconds.
In this page, we will determine what are the classes in Dragon Nest which has the highest DPS in the game. But first, let us remind you of something.
There are lots of factors which can alter the damage output of the class. One factor is GEARS. You might get shock when you see a Saint outdamaging a Saleana/Pyromancer and, you might blame us writing a post with wrong info. Take note that gears really matter! Once you upgrade your gears to max level, then it can obviously boost your damage.
Another factor is the skills. We all know that all classes has unique skills. Others might wonder why they can't kill an enemy fast when they have skills that has high damage output. My friend! You're lacking knowledge on DPS. DPS means damage seconds which basically translate to your all out damage in doing a skill combo for a certain time. Other skills may not be huge in damage percentage but their cooldown time is quite good and that makes up a good DPS skill (good damage+low cooldown). Once you put together DPS skills in a combo, then that's when you are considered to be a good DPS class.
Next factor will be scenario. What do we mean by this? It's like this- Other class can outshine other classes while in solo but also, there are classes that can outshine those good in solo when put in a team. In addition, you also need to consider the enemies. The enemies has defense and different element resistance that can alter your damage output to the target.
Knowing all these factors, it's really hard to determine which class has the top DPS in Dragon Nest. Looking on skill damage and other damage output details on your class won't help you a lot in determining how good is your class in terms of DPS. You need further experience playing each class and assess their performance one-by-one.
Gladly, the guys and gals in Dragon Nest CN has shared a list of the top DPS class in DN CN. Take note that DN CN is one of the most advanced server in the game. They are currently at level 80 cal now compared to other server which is only at 70 atm. So obviously, we can say and conclude that they have enough experience to share a very convincing list of the top DPS class in DN.
So without further adieu, here are the top DPS class in Dragon Nest in no particular order:
Raven– still the most popular DPS class. Dark physical damage, comes with the unique def reduction debuff and dedicated crow, dps remains number one. Regardless of ML, Crusader and Engineer boosts. With perverse cast time and safe DPS environment, Raven will forever be a front-line, main DPS.
Moonlord– non-elemental magic damage. 160% int -> mdmg, 6000% board damage with 14s cd. Comes with inherent 80% damage debuff, ml is that perverse. without the 2x cap, ml is definitely the first, and is one of the classes that benefit the most from elemental conversion. however, the devs are stupid (referring to the 2x cap)
Adept– ice/fire dual elemental magic damage. 8000% board damage, comes with inherent ice resist reduction, none can match her burst damage. boosted by 3x instantly, from hell to heaven, from being kicked to being a hero, one wave era, pitiable counterpart (referring to phy). if only slime could only freeze (without the other effects), one of the most tuhao classes, but what should they do in the age of dragon jades?
Abyss Walker– dark physical damage, can heal can support, burst damage on par with adept. perverse board damage with an outstanding buff, you sure this class’ design is reasonable? with long cast time and hyperactive bosses, not recommended for unskilled players, go play light fury.
Engineers– non elemental phy damage. board damage will scare you, actually they weren’t weak, but weren’t suitable for the one wave era. “now the world is mine” boosted by 3x in one shot, not many classes receive this kind of treatment. SS says “my life is all about reload and massacre” GM says “what is 100m damage? come compete with my tower”
Crusader– light phy/mag damage. i don’t wear hp jades, i’m proud of being a tuhao, let’s compete board damage if you find it unacceptable. $$$=DPS, buried by the 2x damage cap and the high light resistance, but crusader is actually very strong. the most tuhao class, every stat must be stacked, and is still looked down upon. crus says “after my boost, let me show you the judgement of light” (Boost already occurred, my friend IS doing crazy damage)
Majesty– dark mag damage, burst damage on par with Adept (I’m sick of this line), has the strongest buff (TA) and resist reduction, being favoured is natural. mirror, steal magic, ascension, switch, life is just so simple, wait!! boss, don’t run! actually i miss the majesty of the cerberus era (wtf, class change at 32?), i feel that the majesty now is nothing. dps, dps, is there any meaning?
Gladiator– non ele phy dmg, once established himself with only finishing attack, has to stand up for himself in the shadow of his counterpart (ml) now. after the boost hacking stance is very strong, the most unsuitable class for unskilled players, the graceful comboing is not achievable by just anyone. actually gladiator too is being suppressed by the 2x damage cap, outside of raids a skilled gladiator is (insert whatever you want, can’t think of suitable way to translate this phrase while rushing)
Saleana– fire mag dmg, high board damage, high aoe, % chance to burst, saleana allows monsters to experience hell. however, cannot escape the standing still (cast time), every skill takes 2-3s, charging appears strong but in actual fact is just a show. without the standstill, can saleana compete with raven? alas, look at that 80EX
Artillery– non-ele mag dmg, was once the top of the top, the main hope of archers now. without the bug arti is not that bad, for bosses like a lump such as prof k beetle arti is still top tier, queen of solo.
And here are the classes that did not make that DN CN Top DPS List:
Ripper– Just not taken because Raven
Light Fury– Not taken for DPS, but he outdamages Majesty easily if taking a DPS role. Go figure. Any 2x LF lineup DPS parser can confirm it.
Sniper– If Artillery is on the list, so is Sniper. = =” (Raid-wise at least)
Inquisitor– I’ve seen their numbers in the DPS parser after the boost, mostly hitting top 3-4 in Black Dragon Nest. That’s good enough.
Dancers– Taken mainly as a Dance 2 mule. Not recognized as a DPS not due to the lack of it, but because by the time they can attack (Dance 2, Genie, Buff Dance), a lot of DPS windows/boss fights have ended. This is the result of the “one wave era”.
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