Overview of the character classes in Path of Exile

Marauder (Strength): The Marauder wields maces and focuses on high physical damage. Strength armor pieces grant physical damage reduction. Ascendancy classes: Juggernaut, Berserker, and Chieftain [2]. Ranger (Dexterity): The Ranger uses bows and rapiers for quick and accurate attacks. Dexterity armor pieces provide evasion. Ascendancy classes: Deadeye, Raider, and Pathfinder [2]. Witch (Intelligence): The Witch wields weapons like wands and scepters, excelling in critical strikes. Intelligence armor pieces grant a mystical energy shield for protection. Ascendancy classes: Necromancer, Elementalist, and Occultist [2]. Duelist (Dexterity/Strength): The Duelist is skilled in both Dexterity and Strength, using swords and axes. He combines attack speed and evasion with raw damage and armor. Ascendancy classes: Slayer, Gladiator, and Champion [2]. Templar (Intelligence/Strength): The Templar fights with staves and scepters, utilizing both spellcasting and elemental damage for melee attacks. Ascendancy classes: Inquisitor, Hierophant, and Guardian [2]. Shadow (Dexterity/Intelligence): The Shadow excels in Dexterity and Intelligence skills, using daggers and claws. He can deal strong critical strikes and utilize traps and mines. Ascendancy classes: Assassin, Saboteur, and Trickster [2]. Scion (Strength/Dexterity/Intelligence): The Scion is aligned with all three attributes, making her the most flexible class for character design and skill use. She starts at the center of the passive skill tree. Ascendancy class: Ascendant [2].