Uploaded March 2012 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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Aion Free-To-Play is a 3D fantasy action MMORPG. The game was developed by NCsoft and published by the same company.

Although AION switched to the free-to-play model all the new players will have a few limitations, that concern trading and chat amongst others.Restrictions can be removed by upgrading account.

The character creation system allows customization such as changing hair styles, skin colors, ear size and shapes, facial textures and voices, the height and weight. Some body parts can even be scaled. Players can also dye their equipment to change its color and to change the graphics of one weapon or armor to that of another that they have in their inventory. (If at any point throughout the game player is unsatisfied with the result of their character they can purchase character customization tickets as well as gender change tickets)

Players choose one of the two factions:
1.The Asmodians:
- The Asmodians are a brave nation. Their kingdom was separated from the Elyos by the Epic Cataclysm, plunging them into a world of darkness. A life submerged in darkness has made them tough and fiercely loyal to their own people, but merciless where outsiders are concerned. They live in Asmodae, the top half of Atreia, and their capital city is Pandaemonium.

2.The Elyos
- The Elyos are a beautiful and radiant race. However, life in the light has made them arrogant: they consider themselves blessed and believe that they are the rightful owners of the entire land. They live in Elysea, the lower half of Atreia, and their capital city is Sanctum.

There are also four starting classes and each of them will be divided into two subclasses:
1.Scout
Assassin:
- Assassins are the close-range killers of the scout archetype, further specializing in the art of sneaking around behind people and stabbing them.

Ranger:
- Rangers are a damage-dealing class that primarily specializes in killing things from afar, but is also equipped with a decent arsenal of melee abilities.

2.Mage
Spiritmaster:
- These mages specialize in the summoning of spirits; essentially, a pet class. They rely on their summons to get most of their work done, and also make good use of AoE.

Sorcerer:
- The single-target destroyers of the mage class. When it comes to blowing something up from far way, the sorcerer is near the top.

3.Warrior
Gladiator:
- Wear plate and dish it out at the same time. The gladiator is the heavy hitter of the two warrior specializations, and can rival other classes when it comes to destructive potential.

Templar:
- Templars are the consummate tanks of Aion. They wear shields, heavy armor, and maintain aggro for the good of the group.

4.Priest
Cleric:
- The main healers of Aion. Clerics specialize in large, effective heals and group maintenance abilities. The class for those that care!

Chanter:
- The battle-priest, specializing in standing on the front lines with allies and conferring large buffs to increase their effectiveness. Also capable of soloing just fine!

Skill Chains:
- Many of the skills acquired may only be performed in a certain order/chain. Generally the skills located farther along in the chain are more powerful than those at the beginning, or those that have no prerequisite.

PvP:
- The participation in PvP is rewarded with Abyss Points in the game. The game ranks players as battles are won against fellow players based on their participation in the Abyss. At higher ranks the character's wings will change in appearance to show the character's elevated status. Also certain items can be purchased with these points such as high-end armor and weapons. The end game of Aion resolves around battles within the Abyss (PvP zone). The Abyss are fortresses which can be controlled by individual Legions (Aion equivalent of a guild). Legions in control of a castle are entitled to funding from taxes and players within the faction get specials from NPCs and discounts for travel and vendor items.

Crafting:
- The base process involves learning a particular form of crafting, of which there are six in Aion: weaponsmithing, armorsmithing, handicrafting, tailoring, alchemy, and cooking. Players can learn all six crafting professions, but can be an Expert in only two.

Flight:
- Flying plays a vital role in Travel, Combat, Quests, and Crafting. It is only permitted in certain areas, known as "flight zones". Flight is limited to 60 seconds but can be increased with various armor, titles, and other items in-game. A player may also use potions during flight which add to his or her remaining flight time.

Mounts:
- Mounts can be obtained through world boss drops, quests, and crafting. You can only use a mount when you are out of combat and you can remain on your mount as long as you aren't attacked by a player or a mob. Some mounts can also be crafted.

Official site: aionfreetoplay.com