The Ranger is a Nuian class that fights with the Hatchet and Longbow. Each weapon has its own perk tree — 55 perks for the Hatchet, 58 perks for the Longbow — learned with Trait Points. The Crossbow is in the game files as its third weapon, not in Early Access yet.
Ranger weapons
Each weapon as the game's class-select screen describes it, with a preview from its tree.
A fast, aggressive fighter who blends swift axes with acrobatic maneuvers. They overwhelm enemies with relentless close-range attacks, while extending their reach through ranged weapon throws.
Traits: Unlocks combo skills that inflict Shock, and strengthens ranged attacks for greater damage.
A nimble sharpshooter who hunts enemies from afar. They maintain constant pressure with rapid ranged attacks, using agile maneuvers to stay beyond the enemy's reach.
Traits: Rapid shots inflict Burn for damage over time, while long-ranged attacks can inflict Freeze to incapacitate enemies.
Not in Early Access yet
The Crossbow has a full perk tree in the game files; the class-select screen marks it "Coming soon."
A slow but deadly arbalist capable of turning the tide of battle with a single AoE shot. Armed with a versatile arsenal of specialized bolts, they excel at neutralizing multiple enemies.
Traits: Fires grenade shots that inflict Poison and Shock, or scatter shots that trigger additional attacks.
The game's class-select screen: “Coming soon.”
Also listed for the Ranger in the game files, with no perk tree yet:
Starting stats
What a new character of the class starts with, before stat points, gear and perks.
How it's counted
Max Equip Load is the class's limit for the weight of worn gear; the game ties SP cost and SP recovery to the equip load.
Strength15
Intelligence12
Constitution8
Endurance11
Agility27
Talent17Ranger skills in motion
The game's own previews from the perk window. Point at one, or tap it, to play.
Other classes
Ranger FAQ
What weapons does the Ranger use in ArcheAge Chronicles?
Hatchet and Longbow in Early Access, each with its own perk tree (Hatchet 55 perks, Longbow 58 perks). The Crossbow is in the game files as the third weapon; the class-select screen says "Coming soon."
What race is the Ranger?
Nuian, played as a female character.
What are the Ranger's starting stats?
Strength 15, Intelligence 12, Constitution 8, Endurance 11, Agility 27, Talent 17. Max Equip Load 18,600.
How many perks does the Ranger have?
113 in its two Early Access trees; 14 of the Hatchet's are open from the start, 14 of the Longbow's are open from the start. The rest cost Trait Points.
From the game files: Early Access · build 26495283