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Solo Leveling Arise Overdrive has a fair amount of customization options, as you can choose between different classes for Sung Jinwoo.
The classes have their own strengths and weaknesses, and there are four options to pick from. Every class has its unique archetypes and skill tree. Choosing the correct playstyle is essential if you want to clear the in-game content, and this guide will erase all your confusion when starting in Solo Leveling Arise Overdrive.
All classes in Solo Leveling Arise Overdrive
You’ll get the chance to choose a class for Sung Jinwoo as soon as you finish the introductory missions. It’s impossible to miss this as it’s part of the core gameplay system. The table below briefly describes all four classes.
| Class | Archetype | Difficulty | Starting Abilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assassin | Rogue | Very Hard | Cutting Rush: Rush at the enemy and deliver a fierce upward slash. Internal Wound: Deliver a precise strike after concentrating all energy in the dagger. |
| Duelist | Fighter/Berserker | Easy | Rush: Jinwoo delivers a flurry of lightning punches and sends enemies flying with a powerful roundhouse kick. Armor Break: Deliver a heavy strike to a single target after gathering all energy. |
| Elementalist | Mage | Hard | Cold Storm: Swiftly slashes in front with a frost-imbued blade. Raises the target’s [Cold Ice] Elemental status effect value. Firestorm Dagger: Throws multiple fiery daggers forward and raises the target’s [Scorch] Elemental status effect value. |
| Ruler | Summoner | Normal | The Commander’s Touch: Control objects without touching them. Doesn’t require mana. Dispersion: Summon shadow soldier spears from beneath the earth to hit enemies. |
Which class should you pick in Solo Leveling Arise Overdrive
Since the game allows you to change classes, you can switch quite easily (more on that later). In my experience, all four classes are good, but you’ll need to understand your preferences.
- Assassin: This feels like the strongest class when it comes to taking down enemies. However, you’ll have to time your evasions and parries strategically to do so. The aim with this class is to be efficient with your attacks, and it’s a very unforgiving archetype. I won’t recommend this to anyone when they’re just starting.
- Duelist: This is the easiest class to master as it grants you good damage and an ample amount of health. You can take hits without worrying about dying too many times. However, the scope for excelling with the Duelist class is really low.
- Elementalist: This is a pretty safe choice if you’re scared to die. You’ll be making use of range to do damage and relying on your magical abilities. I really loved the Elementalist class, but the aim system feels finicky at times. However, this will be an excellent choice for most players (unless you really love melee combat).
- Ruler: This is my main class, and for two good reasons. First, this is the lore-accurate class that fits with the actual webtoon. Secondly, why waste time fighting alone when you can raise your Shadow allies to do your bidding! You’ll rarely be fighting along with the Ruler class, which makes it the most entertaining choice personally.
How to change your class in Solo Leveling Arise Overdrive
Once you gain access to the Hunter’s Association, enter the main menu. Select Sung Jinwoo’s tab, and you can then invest skill points across the different attributes. Skill points ultimately determine which class you’re going to use. You can switch a glass by resetting its skill points and re-investing them however you want.
You can go with the four default classes or customize as you see fit. Ultimately, you have complete freedom over how you invest your skill points. Having the ability to reset lets you experiment with different builds until you find your preferred choice.
Published: Nov 23, 2025 02:59 pm