Catacombs Classes: Which One First?
Hypixel SkyBlock guide · cross-checked against the wiki and top creator guides · updated August 2026
Class choice shapes your whole dungeon career — gear paths barely overlap. Here is the honest comparison.
The five classes
| Class | Style | Why pick it |
|---|---|---|
| Berserker | Melee brawler | Cheapest strong start (Livid Dagger), forgiving, always welcome |
| Archer | Ranged DPS | Highest cleared-room speed; Juju → Terminator is a clean upgrade line |
| Mage | Ability DPS | Strongest endgame ceiling (Hyperion), expensive to realize |
| Tank | Frontline | Easiest survival, party-dependent value, cheap early |
| Healer | Support | Always needed, low DPS pressure — great for learning floors |
Recommendation
Start Berserker — cheap power via Shadow Assassin + Livid Dagger at F5, and you learn dungeons while contributing. Move to Archer or Mage when their gear lines fit your budget; keep a second class leveled for party flexibility (class XP is per-class).
Parties chronically lack Healers and Tanks — if you queue-pug a lot, offering one of those gets you into runs faster than a fourth Berserker.
FAQ
What does an archer need for F7?
A Juju Shortbow (Ender Slayer 5 required), Shadow Assassin or better armor, and dungeonized talisman/reforge basics — full details in the gear guide.
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