Let’s talk about the best FFXIV Gil FFXIV classes for new players. Like most MMORPG’s, FF14 has a variety of Tank, Healer, and DPS (melee, ranged physical, or ranged magical) classes to choose from. Unlike other games though, Final Fantasy 14 classes are eventually upgraded to ‘jobs’. Your task as a beginning player is to choose FFXIV Items the best starting class while also considering your next employment (which can be anything from Ninja to Bard).

If the Final Fantasy XIV class system sounds a bit complicated to you, don’t worry; you’re not the only one. We’re here to explain the difference between classes and jobs, and why you don’t need to worry too much about choosing your first. We’ll also give you some recommendations based on your preferred playstyle.

Before we get to the best FFXIV beginner classes, here’s how the class/job system works. While your first choice is between the eight ‘base classes’ you’ll see on the character creation screen, you should know that these are just the starting classes. Once they reach level 30, the classes can be upgraded to their corresponding job (by doing the Job Quest). For example, if you choose the Gladiator as your Final fantasy 14 base class, you can switch to the Paladin job after reaching level 30. 

So you have the base classes (one of which, the Rogue, is added when you reach level 10 with another class), and the upgraded versions of those classes. On top of that, there are some expansion jobs added in the Heavensward, Stormblood, and Shadowbringers DLC. These jobs are not linked to a specific class. However, as you need to reach an even higher level (50 at least) to unlock any of these, new players can ignore them for now.

Speaking of choices, you should know that your first choice of class and job is not a permanent one. After reaching level 10, you’re able to switch your base class. Naturally, that also means you’ll start a path towards a different job. Don’t worry about the cost; your previous class progress is saved automatically, so you can switch back and continue leveling your old class whenever you want.

Here’s a list of every FFXIV starting class, their corresponding jobs (leaving out the DLC jobs), and their class type (Tank, DPS, or Healer).

So, which of those should become your first FFXIV class? Before we start recommending things, you should know that it’s perfectly fine to choose a class for reasons of style or lore. If you already have a strong preference, just go for it. That said, there are a few more things you might want to consider, especially if you’re still in doubt:

Even though you can switch base classes pretty early on, you’ll have to stick with your first choice for at least several hours (depending on your pace). So don’t be too hasty when choosing your base class in Final Fantasy XIV.

Consider trying out a few FF14 classes before continuing the leveling process with your favorite. Who knows; maybe you’ll discover a hidden talent for being a living shield. 

Of course, you can choose to level every single class one by one, but this would take an incredible amount of time. After trying out a few, it’s best to focus on a single class until you unlock that first job.

Different base classes have different starting locations. For the base classes, those cities are Ul’Dah (Gladiator, Pugilist, Thaumaturge), Gridania (Lancer, Archer, Conjurer), and Limsa Lominsa (Marauder, Rogue, Arcanist). 

Even though you can switch base classes pretty early on, you’ll have to stick with your first choice for at least several hours (depending on your pace). So don’t be too hasty when choosing your base class in FFXIV.

Consider trying out a few FFXIV classes before continuing the leveling process with your favorite. Who knows; maybe you’ll discover a hidden talent for being a living shield. 

Of course, you can choose to level every single class one by one, but this would take an incredible amount of time. After trying out a few, it’s best to focus on a single class until you unlock that first job.

Different base classes have different starting locations. For the base classes, those cities are Ul’Dah (Gladiator, Pugilist, Thaumaturge), Gridania (Lancer, Archer, Conjurer), and Limsa Lominsa (Marauder, Rogue, Arcanist).