ddmsrealm-star-wars-korriban-khem-can-take-itIn the MMO RPG Star Wars The Old Republic, better known as Star Wars TOR or simply TOR, there are a handful of base classes. The Republic and Imperial sides of TOR have four beginning base classes. Each class mirrors the other on the opposing side.

Everyone starts out very similar. As you progress through Star Wars TOR, you will be able to choose a specialty depending on the role you want to play in a group or the type of character that most suits you. From there, you will be able to further customize your character through a variety of skill trees, fine tuning your skills and the role you play.

All of this can be overwhelming to the gamers of Star Wars TOR, and rightfully so. There are many intricacies and nuances to each class and it is important to understand these as you play Star Wars TOR so you can make the most of your character, the groups they are in, and the game as a whole.

Below is a list of class guides that I have written so far for Star Wars TOR. Keep an eye on this page as I will add more as I test out these classes for myself, discovering the best strategies, skills and tactics to make the most out of each class and their specializations.

The Star Wars TOR Classes

Republic Classes

Base Class Starting Role Option 1 Role 1 Option 2 Role 2
Jedi Knight Tank, Damage Jedi Guardian Tank, Damage Jedi Sentinel Damage
Smuggler Damage Gunslinger Damage Scoundrel Heal, Damage
Jedi Consular Damage Jedi Sage Heal, Damage Jedi Shadow Tank, Damage
Trooper Tank, Damage Vanguard Tank, Damage Commando Heal, Damage

Imperial Classes

Base Class Starting Role Option 1 Role 1 Option 2 Role 2
Sith Warrior Tank, Damage Sith Maurader Damage Sith Juggernaught Tank
Imperial Agent Damage Sniper Damage Operative Heal, Damage
Sith Inquisitor Damage Sith Sorcerer Heal, Damage Sith Assassin Tank, Damage
Bounty Hunter Tank, Damage Powertech Tank, Damage Mercenary Heal, Damage

Star Wars TOR Basic Class Guide

These guides are overviews of the specific classes in Star Wars TOR. The important areas of each class are discussed with tips and tricks on how to play each one.

  • Bounty Hunter and Trooper Beginning Class Guide for Star Wars TOR: Do you want to play a character that likes to hang back from the front line and blast enemies with heavy ordinance? Do you want to bring devastation to large groups of your enemies? Whether you want to serve proudly for the Republic or find fame through the Empire, these classes might be right for you in Star Wars TOR.
  • Smuggler and Imperial Agent Beginning Class Guide for Star Wars TOR: Do you want to play a character that likes to hang back from the front, taking shots at your enemies with your blaster or sniper rifle? Do you want to master small arms weapons to tear up and debilitate your enemies while protecting and healing your allies? Whether you want to fight for the Republic or scheme through the Empire, these classes might be right for you in Star Wars TOR.
  • Sith Inquisitor and Jedi Consular Beginning Class Guide for Star Wars TOR: Do you want to play a character that likes to hang back from the front and fry your enemies with force lightning? Do you want to master the force to bring devastation to your enemies and protect and heal your allies? Whether you want to serve the Republic or bring power to the Empire, these classes might be right for you in Star Wars TOR.
  • Jedi Knight and Sith Warrior Beginning Class Guide for Star Wars TOR: Do you want to play a character that likes to jump into the fray, take damage and deal it out, and is the last one to leave a fight? Do you want to be the defender of truth, or the harbinger of fear? Whether you want to strike fear into the Republic or defeat the Empire, these classes might be right for you in Star Wars TOR.