May 31, 2026 · 6 min
Starter Classes: Knight vs Ranger
Six classes exist; Priest DLC is free and changes the early meta. Here is how to choose and when paid DLC matters.
Free Priest DLC (Do This First)
Priest enables Knight + Priest + Ranger — the most recommended beginner trio.
- 1
Open Steam store page
TBH: Task Bar Hero → DLC tab.
- 2
Add Priest (Class)
Price is $0.00 — install to library.
- 3
Restart game
Priest appears in class select when unlocking heroes.
Knight vs Ranger (First Hero)
| Knight | Ranger | |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | High survivability, forgiving | Faster clears, more gold/hour |
| Weakness | Slower Act 1 push | Positioning bugs with some backline pairs |
| Skill focus | Shield Charge, tank passives | Attack speed, clear skills |
| Best for | Players who hate dying | Players who want fast unlocks |
All Six Classes
| Class | Role | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Knight | Frontline tank | Free base |
| Ranger | Ranged DPS | Free base |
| Sorcerer | Elemental caster | Free base |
| Priest | Heal / buff support | Free DLC |
| Hunter | Specialist DPS | Paid DLC |
| Slayer | Burst melee | Paid DLC |
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