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Gunslinger

Gunslingers are expanded ranged damage dealers built around firearms, high DEX, flexible ammunition, and powerful weapon-specific skills like Desperado, Spread Attack, and Gatling Fever.

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Gunslinger

Gunslingers bring some of the strongest early expanded-class ranged damage in Ragnarok by combining firearm mastery with skill-based burst. On Age of Ymir, that means fast field farming through Single ActionSingle Action, Snake EyesSnake Eyes, and weapon-specific finishers like DesperadoDesperado or Spread AttackSpread Attack.


Their other big strength is ammunition flexibility. Much like Archers with arrows, Gunslingers can swap elemental Bulletsbullets and carry extra stacks through Bullet Casesbullet cases, letting them answer a wide range of maps while staying safely at range.

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Details

Gunslinger is the first expanded firearm class, trading broad weapon specialization for strong ranged burst, excellent HIT, and flexible ammo-driven farming.

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Job Bonuses
STR+4
AGI+1
VIT+1
INT+2
DEX+9
LUK+7
TypeExpandedRangedFirearms
Max Job Level70
Skill Access22 class skills with 133 total skill points on the iRO reference path.
Next JobRebellionRebellion
Job Change AreaEinbrochEinbroch
Core IdentityUses Revolvers, Rifles, Shotguns, and Gatling Guns while leaning hard on DEX for ranged damage and HIT.

Builds

Pistol: Desperado

Desperado

This is the classic newbie-friendly AoE Gunslinger route from the iRO guide. You move into mobs and repeatedly cast DesperadoDesperado, which hits in a large area around the caster while using Rapid ShowerTrigger Happy Shot and TrackingTracking to clean up single targets.



It is expensive on ammo because each cast consumes multiple Bulletsbullets, but the leveling speed is excellent once your pistol damage is online.

Recommended Stats by Base 99
STR1
AGI1
VIT90
INT60
DEX90
LUK1

Shotgun / Grenade Launcher: Spread Attack

Spread Attack

This route plays around Spread AttackSpread Attack for wide ranged AoE, with DustCrowd Control Shot to knock dangerous monsters away and Full BusterFull Blast to finish tougher single targets.



If you enjoy a more explosive ranged playstyle and do not mind carrying heavier guns and extra ammunition, this is one of the smoothest mobbing routes into later Gunslinger progression.

Recommended Stats by Base 99
STR1
AGI1
VIT90
INT60
DEX90
LUK1

Critical Auto-Attack

Chain Action

This is the cheaper single-target option from the iRO guide and is usually more of a fun or budget route than a fast leveling route. Revolvers pair well with Chain ActionChain Action, while Gatling Guns scale well with Gatling FeverGatling Fever.



High DEX keeps ranged damage and HIT reliable, AGI boosts ASPD, and LUK supports crit-based rifle or pistol play when you want a lower-SP build.

Recommended Stats by Base 99
STR1
AGI90
VIT1
INT1
DEX90
LUK60

Skills

IconSkillMax LevelDescription
Single Action
Single Action
Passive		10Core firearm passive that raises HIT and attack speed, making every early weapon path more consistent.
Snake Eyes
Snake Eyes
Passive		10Increases gun range and HIT, which is especially valuable for safe field farming and rifle play.
Chain Action
Chain Action
Passive		10Revolver-only passive that gives a chance to double-fire on normal attacks, excellent for budget or crit pistol builds.
Tracking
Tracking
Active		10A heavy single-target ranged shot for revolvers or rifles that scales strongly with level and helps burst priority monsters.
Rapid Shower
Rapid Shower
Active		10Also known as Trigger Happy Shot, this is a strong revolver burst tool that chains naturally into Desperado builds.
Desperado
Desperado
Active		10The signature pistol AoE skill. It consumes bullets quickly but clears mobs extremely well in close-range farming maps.
Spread Attack
Spread Attack
Active		10Shotgun or grenade launcher AoE that hits in a growing area, making it the core of the shotgun mobbing route.
Increasing Accuracy
Increase Accuracy
Buff		1Coin-based support skill that boosts HIT, DEX, and AGI, smoothing both burst and auto-attack builds.
Gatling Fever
Gatling Fever
Buff		10A Gatling Gun self-buff that increases damage and attack speed at the cost of FLEE and movement speed.

Equipment

Gunslinger gearing is heavily tied to weapon type and ammunition economy. Early on, focus on a serviceable gun, reliable bullets, and simple ranged stat support rather than chasing expensive niche gear immediately.

Slot / CategoryRecommendation
Starter WeaponNovice Rifle [3]Novice Rifle [3] is the official iRO quest reward and is a very practical opener while you decide whether to specialize in pistols, rifles, shotguns, or gatlings.
AmmoCarry extra CartridgeCartridge, Silver BulletSilver Bullet, and spare Silver Bullet CaseSilver Bullet Case so you can swap ammo and restock without breaking pace.
NPC SupportGunslinger Dealer is worth checking often because AoY’s local firearms merchant keeps your class-specific weapon and ammunition flow much smoother than relying on scattered shops.
Early Accessory PicksCat Hand Glove [1]Cat Hand Glove [1] and other simple DEX-oriented pieces are strong early pickups for ranged builds.
Helpful CardsDropsDrops Card, ZeromZerom Card, Archer SkeletonArcher Skeleton Card, PupaPupa Card, and Yellow NovusYellow Novus Card are all practical iRO-style suggestions depending on whether you need DEX, ranged damage, or survivability.
Beginner ProgressionEden Group Equipment Quests are still very helpful for early beginners, especially if you are short on zeny and want dependable starter armor while your gun and ammo setup catches up.

Leveling

RangeWhereWhy It Works
Base 3-56Sunken ShipSunken ShipWith Catherina Von Blood [1]Catherina Von Blood [1], you can start the fast route very early. Gunslingers can kite undead packs safely and burst them down with ranged skills once ammo is ready.
Base 1-21Payon FieldPayon FieldWithout the fast route, start on passive monsters like Roda FrogRoda Frog while your basic firearm passives and DEX begin scaling up.
Base 21-41Payon ForestPayon ForestBigfootBigfoot is a reliable follow-up target once your ranged damage and ammo economy are comfortable.
Base 41-60Orc MapsOrc MapsAoY does not use bounty boards, so pair Orc WarriorOrc Warrior, Orc LadyOrc Lady, and Orc BabyOrc Baby with Eden Group Leveling Quests.
SustainIzludeIzlude, PayonPayonCheap sustain matters when mobbing. Nepeta CatariaNepeta Cataria and Fresh FishFresh Fish are two of the classic cheap recovery options from the iRO route.

Job Change

RouteWhat You GetNotes
Official RouteOfficial QuestNovice Rifle [3]Novice Rifle [3], 2x CartridgeCartridge, and Silver Bullet CaseSilver Bullet CaseOnce you reach Job 10 as NoviceNovice, you can go through the Gunslinger Classroom in IzludeIzlude or head directly to the Gunslinger Guild in EinbrochEinbroch.
AoY Job MasterAoY Job MasterBeginner Mark [1]Beginner Mark [1], Ring of ExperienceRing of Experience, and Halter Lead BoxHalter Lead BoxEzekiel in the Main Office offers the fast AoY alternative. He also grants quest skills on job changes, so you do not need to do separate platinum-skill quests afterward.

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