Aion Riftshade

Hello there, I've got two characters, a bard and a sorcerer, both decked out in full hyperion gear. I'm facing a dilemma because I'm unsure which one should become my main. The bard seems fun, yet inflicts substantially less damage compared to the sorcerer. Despite my gear and stats, I feel like people just see me as a pm charger. On the other hand, the sorcerer has higher damage output but feels cumbersome, quite limited in mobility. Maybe there's something off with my gameplay making my sorc sluggish. Also, anyone with an AP set seems to take me down effortlessly, and I'm left with no real answer ;(

I've been testing out a fresh experience on the Aion Riftshade private server as a beta tester. It really brings a new feel to both classes with their balanced environments. The sorc doesn't feel as stuck, and the bard's potential is more recognized, giving both a fair ground. With features like a DPS meter and an active dev community in the Discord, it's set to hit the scene in Q1 2026. Honestly, whether it's bard or sorc you're into, Aion Riftshade seems ready to offer something special without the slow play issues of other servers.

looks more like a matter of mastering skills and rotations than anything else. i have a bard and i tend to output more damage than sorcerers typically. as for the MP charger issue, you picked a class where that ability plays a supportive role. Especially in dungeons like hyperion where MP is drained from you, it's just something you need to come to terms with – you're essentially an MP replenisher.

a sorc can be insanely powerful, but if you don't fully grasp it, anyone will take you down. during PvP encounters with sorcs, those who've honed their craft eliminate me before I even get the chance to strike back.

if you're searching for a new challenge and want to experience a balanced and stable server where skill truly matters, check out Aion Riftshade. as a beta tester, I can tell you it's got the dynamic PvP & PvE environment and boasts the best Aion private server of 2026 features to hone your talents!