In MapleStory N, characters grow through a progression system called Job Advancement. As they advance, they can specialize in different combat styles depending on their main class. Each Job is based on a specific stat and unlocks new skills at every stage.

Warrior

The Warrior category specializes in melee combat. These characters are known for their resilience and direct damage with heavy weapons. All Warriors use STR (Strength) as their main stat and can advance through three different paths in the 4th Job: Hero, Paladin, and Dark Knight.

Hero

Hero is a Warrior who has mastered sword techniques. They perform consecutive attacks that generate combo orbs, which can be unleashed to execute cumulative skills against multiple enemies.

🔹 Main Stat: STR

🔹 Weapons Used: One-handed Sword, Two-handed Sword, Axe

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Swordsman
2nd Job	Fighter
3rd Job	Crusader
4th Job	Hero

Paladin

Paladin is a Warrior clad in heavy armor who wields the power of holy light. Their divine energy is channeled through massive weapons and blessings that enhance defense and support allies, while also inflicting branded damage on enemies.

🔹 Main Stat: STR

🔹 Weapons Used: One-handed Sword, Two-handed Sword, Blunt Weapon

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Swordsman
2nd Job	Page
3rd Job	White Knight
4th Job	Paladin

Dark Knight

Dark Knight is a Warrior who has made a pact with darkness. Their dark energy allows them to survive critical situations and control the battlefield with devastating spear attacks.

🔹 Main Stat: STR

🔹 Weapons Used: Spear, Polearm

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Swordsman
2nd Job	Spearman
3rd Job	Dragon Knight
4th Job	Dark Knight

Magician

The Magician category specializes in ranged magical attacks. They use elemental spells and mystical energy to control the battlefield. All Magicians use INT (Intelligence) as their main stat and can advance into three different 4th Jobs: Arch Mage (Fire/Poison), Arch Mage (Ice/Lightning), and Bishop.

Arch Mage (Fire/Poison)

This Arch Mage wields fire and poison to attack enemies from a distance. Their flames cover wide areas and apply continuous damage, stacking effects over time until unleashing explosive finishing moves.

🔹 Main Stat: INT

🔹 Weapons Used: Staff, Wand

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Magician
2nd Job	F/P Wizard
3rd Job	F/P Mage
4th Job	Arch Mage (F/P)

Arch Mage (Ice/Lightning)

This Arch Mage freezes enemies with chilling magic and strikes with lightning that jumps between targets. Attacking frozen enemies with electricity increases the total damage.

🔹 Main Stat: INT

🔹 Weapons Used: Staff, Wand

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Magician
2nd Job	I/L Wizard
3rd Job	I/L Mage
4th Job	Arch Mage (I/L)

Bishop

Bishop can invoke the Angel of Benevolence or the Angel of Vengeance depending on the situation. Their spells heal and protect allies or punish enemies with divine fury.

🔹 Main Stat: INT

🔹 Weapons Used: Staff, Wand

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Magician
2nd Job	Cleric
3rd Job	Priest
4th Job	Bishop

Bowman

The Bowman category focuses on ranged combat with great accuracy. It uses fast attacks or powerful long-distance shots to eliminate enemies before they get close. All Bowmen use DEX (Dexterity) as their main stat and can advance into two different paths at 4th Job: Bow Master and Marksman.

Bow Master

Bow Master is a Bowman who masters the use of the bow to perform fast and accurate attacks. They can cover the battlefield with a constant rain of arrows, preventing enemies from escaping or counterattacking.

🔹 Main Stat: DEX

🔹 Weapons Used: Bow

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Bowman
2nd Job	Hunter
3rd Job	Ranger
4th Job	Bow Master

Marksman

Marksman is a Bowman who specializes in long-range attacks using a crossbow. They fire heavy projectiles with great precision and enhance their skills with empowered arrows that increase damage based on distance.

🔹 Main Stat: DEX

🔹 Weapons Used: Crossbow

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Bowman
2nd Job	Crossbowman
3rd Job	Sniper
4th Job	Marksman

Thief

The Thief category is based on speed, stealth, and quick attacks. Thieves use LUK (Luck) as their main stat and can evolve into two different branches at 4th Job: Night Lord and Shadower.

Night Lord

Night Lord is a Thief who masters the use of Throwing Stars. They perform continuous ranged attacks and can invoke additional effects through skills that multiply their damage and coverage on the battlefield.

🔹 Main Stat: LUK

🔹 Weapons Used: Throwing Stars, Claw

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Thief
2nd Job	Assassin
3rd Job	Hermit
4th Job	Night Lord

Shadower

Shadower is a Thief who fights with daggers and specializes in quick and stealthy attacks. They move with agility and surprise enemies with consecutive strikes, using their mobility to maintain the advantage.

🔹 Main Stat: LUK

🔹 Weapons Used: Dagger

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Thief
2nd Job	Bandit
3rd Job	Chief Bandit
4th Job	Shadower

Pirate

The Pirate category combines melee and ranged combat techniques. Each path offers a distinct style: one focused on martial arts and the other on firearms. Depending on the path chosen, the Pirate will use STR (Strength) or DEX (Dexterity) as the main stat. At 4th Job, they can advance to Buccaneer or Corsair.

Buccaneer

Buccaneer is a Pirate who masters martial arts using the power of a Sea Serpent. They strike with their fists and unleash skills enhanced by the serpent’s appearance. By summoning it multiple times, they can execute Serpent Assault, a high-impact ultimate move.

🔹 Main Stat: STR

🔹 Weapons Used: Knuckle

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Pirate
2nd Job	Brawler
3rd Job	Marauder
4th Job	Buccaneer

Corsair

Corsair is a Pirate who fights using a gun and leads a crew aboard the Nautilus. They can shoot rapidly in multiple directions or unleash powerful long-range shots. Their crew also assists in combat with cannon attacks to enhance their offense.

🔹 Main Stat: DEX

🔹 Weapons Used: Gun

Job Advancement:

Stage	Job
Beginner	Beginner
1st Job	Pirate
2nd Job	Gunslinger
3rd Job	Outlaw
4th Job	Corsair

More than a visual choice, each Job represents a gameplay style. Knowing their paths, key stats, and compatible weapons helps make informed decisions from the beginning. Whether mastering the sword, magic, range, or speed, each player will find a path that suits their playstyle.