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* '''Trade blows, parry, block, dodge''' in traditional sword combat<ref name="noobfeed"/>
* '''Trade blows, parry, block, dodge''' in traditional sword combat<ref name="noobfeed"/>
* '''Fast attacks, good defense, and excellent parry-based combat'''<ref name="ssegold"/>
* '''Fast attacks, good defense, and excellent parry-based combat'''<ref name="ssegold"/>
===Advanced Combat Mechanics===
The Swordsman features several advanced mechanics that reward skilled play:
* '''Parry Windows''': Precise timing reflects damage and instantly fills a Rage segment<ref name="sportskeeda">{{cite web|url=https://www.sportskeeda.com/mmo/leaked-chrono-odyssey-images-reveal-twelve-weapon-types-four-classes|title=Leaked Chrono Odyssey images reveal twelve weapon types between four classes|publisher=Sportskeeda|date=May 30, 2025|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
* '''Stagger Meter''': Greatsword heavy attacks inflict high stagger, opening boss vulnerability windows<ref name="coach2carry">{{cite web|url=https://coach2carry.com/5885-2/|title=Combat and Classes in Chrono Odyssey: Game Overview, Strats, Date|publisher=coach2carry.com|date=June 8, 2025|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
* '''Counter-Strike System''': Successfully parried attacks enable powerful counter abilities<ref name="arekkz"/>
* '''Rage Scaling''': Abilities become progressively more powerful as Rage builds<ref name="questlog"/>


===Rage Mechanics===
===Rage Mechanics===
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* Creating openings through time manipulation
* Creating openings through time manipulation
* Correcting positioning mistakes mid-combat<ref name="questlog"/><ref name="mmoblast"/>
* Correcting positioning mistakes mid-combat<ref name="questlog"/><ref name="mmoblast"/>
==Abilities==
===Confirmed Abilities (Pre-CBT Build)===
While specific details may change, gameplay demonstrations have revealed several Swordsman abilities:
{| class="wikitable"
! Skill !! Weapon !! Function !! Rage Cost !! Cooldown
|-
| '''Crescent Breaker''' || Greatsword || 270° cleave + knockback || High || Long
|-
| '''Riposte Slash''' || Sword & Shield || Parry counter, bonus crit || None (on parry) || Medium
|-
| '''Whirlwind Flurry''' || Dual Blades || Rapid multi-hit spin || Medium || Short
|-
| '''Shield Bash''' || Sword & Shield || Short stun + aggro || Low || Short
|-
| '''Overhead Rupture''' || Greatsword || Vertical slam, armor break || High || Long
|-
| '''Tempest Dash''' || Dual Blades || Gap-closer, dodge-cancel || Medium || Medium
|-
| colspan="5" style="text-align:center; font-style:italic;" | ''Ability list based on press materials and footage; subject to NDA changes.''<ref name="sportskeeda"/>
|}
===Potential Skills and Abilities===
Additional abilities suggested by gameplay footage and descriptions:
{| class="wikitable"
! Weapon !! Ability Type !! Expected Function !! Resource Usage
|-
| rowspan="3" | '''Sword & Shield'''
| Defensive Stance || Damage reduction || Rage over time
|-
| Taunt/Provoke || Threat generation || Medium Rage
|-
| Shield Wall || Group protection || High Rage
|-
| rowspan="3" | '''Greatsword'''
| Sweeping Strike || AoE damage || Medium Rage
|-
| Crushing Blow || Single-target nuke || High Rage
|-
| Whirlwind || 360° AoE attack || High Rage
|-
| rowspan="3" | '''Dual Blades'''
| Blade Flurry || Rapid strikes || Low Rage
|-
| Precision Cut || Critical strike || Medium Rage
|-
| Dancing Blades || Mobile combo || Medium Rage
|-
| colspan="4" style="text-align:center; font-style:italic;" | ''Specific abilities subject to change pending official release''
|}


==Playstyle==
==Playstyle==
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! Content Type !! Recommended Loadout !! Primary Weapon !! Secondary Weapon !! Key Contributions
! Content Type !! Recommended Loadout !! Primary Weapon !! Secondary Weapon !! Key Contributions
|-
|-
| 5-player [[Dungeons]] || Shield & Greatsword || Sword & Shield || Greatsword || Main tank role, AoE damage for trash packs
| 5-player [[Dungeons]] || Shield & Greatsword || Sword & Shield || Greatsword || Main tank role, AoE damage for trash packs, interrupt mechanics
|-
|-
| 8-/12-player [[Raids]] || Shield & Dual Blades || Sword & Shield || Dual Blades || Off-tank, consistent DPS, add control
| 8-/12-player [[Raids]] || Shield & Dual Blades || Sword & Shield || Dual Blades || Off-tank, consistent DPS, add control, stagger windows
|-
|-
| World [[Bosses]] || Greatsword & Dual Blades || Dual Blades || Greatsword || Sustained damage, survivability through parries
| World [[Bosses]] || Greatsword & Dual Blades || Dual Blades || Greatsword || Sustained damage, survivability through parries, long-fight endurance
|-
|-
| [[PvP]] Scenarios || Dual Blades & Shield || Dual Blades || Sword & Shield || Mobility, burst damage, defensive escapes
| [[PvP]] Scenarios || Dual Blades & Shield || Dual Blades || Sword & Shield || Mobility, burst damage, defensive escapes, counter-play
|-
|-
| Solo Content || Flexible || Varies || Varies || Adapt to encounter requirements
| Solo Content || Flexible || Varies || Varies || Adapt to encounter requirements
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==Current State and Balance==
==Current State and Balance==
===Beta Performance===
===Class Tier===
As of the June 2025 closed beta announcements, the Swordsman has been positioned as a balanced, versatile option:
As of the June 2025 closed beta announcements, the Swordsman has been positioned as a strong, versatile option:
* Ranked in '''B-tier''' in early tier lists<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Ranked in '''A-tier''' in early tier lists<ref name="ssegold"/><ref name="pvpbank"/>
* Described as "your classic jack-of-all-trades warrior"<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Described as the "Best All-Rounder Melee Class"<ref name="pvpbank"/>
* Noted for "fast attacks, good defense, and excellent parry-based combat"<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Noted for "fun, reactive gameplay" and "fast attacks, good defense, and excellent parry-based combat"<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Considered ideal for "those who want balance and adaptability"<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Considered ideal for "those who want balance and adaptability"<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Lower damage ceiling than pure DPS classes but more survivable<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Lower damage ceiling than pure DPS classes but more survivable<ref name="ssegold"/>


===Community Reception===
===Beta Performance===
Early impressions suggest:
Early beta feedback highlights:
* Good starting class for new players due to balanced nature
* Good starting class for new players due to balanced nature
* Versatility appreciated by players who like role flexibility
* Versatility appreciated by players who like role flexibility
* Some concern about being "master of none" in specialized content
* Some concern about being "master of none" in specialized content
* Strong solo performance due to self-sufficiency<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Strong solo performance due to self-sufficiency<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Praised for its "solid performance in solo content" and possession of "both defensive and offensive tools"<ref name="pvpbank"/>
===Community Reception===
Community discussions on Reddit and forums have noted:
* Female Swordsman featured prominently in early trailers, confirming gender flexibility<ref name="redditsouls">{{cite web|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/MMORPG/comments/1ku3y27/more_details_on_the_systems_of_chrono_odyssey_pve/|title=More Details on the Systems of Chrono Odyssey|publisher=Reddit|date=May 2025|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
* Combat compared favorably to Dark Souls-style mechanics<ref name="redditsouls"/>
* Weapon switching system praised as innovative for the genre<ref name="redditweapons">{{cite web|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/chronoodyssey/comments/1kb94if/which_classes_use_which_weapons/|title=Which Classes Use Which Weapons?|publisher=Reddit|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>


==Development History==
==Development History==
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* '''April 14, 2024''': Arekkz Gaming highlights Swordsman as "defensive class with focus on blocking and parrying"<ref name="arekkz"/>
* '''April 14, 2024''': Arekkz Gaming highlights Swordsman as "defensive class with focus on blocking and parrying"<ref name="arekkz"/>
* '''May 28, 2025''': Official confirmation of three-weapon system (Greatsword, Dual Blades, Sword & Shield)<ref name="sixclasses"/>
* '''May 28, 2025''': Official confirmation of three-weapon system (Greatsword, Dual Blades, Sword & Shield)<ref name="sixclasses"/>
* '''May 30, 2025''': Leaked images reveal additional details about weapon types<ref name="sportskeeda"/>
* '''June 6, 2025''': Kakao Games confirms Swordsman as one of three playable beta classes<ref name="gematsu"/>
* '''June 6, 2025''': Kakao Games confirms Swordsman as one of three playable beta classes<ref name="gematsu"/>
* '''June 9, 2025''': Summer Game Fest trailer reiterates Swordsman's beta presence<ref name="massivelyop">{{cite web|url=https://massivelyop.com/2025/06/09/sgf-2025-chrono-odyssey-debuts-a-new-trailer-ahead-of-its-june-20-closed-beta-test/|title=SGF 2025: Chrono Odyssey debuts a new trailer ahead of its June 20 closed beta test|publisher=MassivelyOP|date=June 9, 2025|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
* '''June 20-22, 2025''': Swordsman playable in Closed Beta #1 alongside Ranger and Berserker<ref name="sixclasses"/>
* '''June 20-22, 2025''': Swordsman playable in Closed Beta #1 alongside Ranger and Berserker<ref name="sixclasses"/>


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This flexibility allows players to create their ideal warrior character, from traditional knightly appearances to more unconventional interpretations.<ref name="mmoblast"/>
This flexibility allows players to create their ideal warrior character, from traditional knightly appearances to more unconventional interpretations.<ref name="mmoblast"/>
==Synergies with Other Classes==
The Swordsman's versatile kit creates natural synergies with other classes:
* '''[[Paladin]]''': Pairs naturally with Paladin tanks—Swordsman staggers enemies while Paladin anchors the frontline<ref name="ssegoldcombat">{{cite web|url=https://www.ssegold.com/chrono-odyssey-combat-system|title=Chrono Odyssey Combat System Explained – Action, Skills & Time Mechanics|publisher=SSEGOLD|date=June 2025|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
* '''[[Sorcerer]]''': Combines with Sorcerer AoE for devastating add-phase wipes<ref name="ssegoldcombat"/>
* '''[[Berserker]]''': Rage-based resource overlap enables shared gear optimization paths<ref name="questlog"/>
* '''[[Ranger]]''': Swordsman holds aggro while Rangers provide ranged support<ref name="pvpbank"/>


==Comparisons to Other Classes==
==Comparisons to Other Classes==
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* Less magical than [[Sorcerer]] but more adaptable
* Less magical than [[Sorcerer]] but more adaptable
* Shares Rage resource with Berserker but uses it more conservatively<ref name="questlog"/><ref name="pvpbank"/>
* Shares Rage resource with Berserker but uses it more conservatively<ref name="questlog"/><ref name="pvpbank"/>
* Unlike [[Assassin]], lacks stealth but offers consistent frontline presence<ref name="pvpbank"/>


The Swordsman is noted as being "clearly a default tank character"<ref name="noobfeed"/> while maintaining damage potential through weapon switching.
The Swordsman is noted as being "clearly a default tank character"<ref name="noobfeed"/> while maintaining damage potential through weapon switching.
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* Beginner-friendly with room for mastery
* Beginner-friendly with room for mastery
* Reliable in both solo and group content<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Reliable in both solo and group content<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Excellent parry-based combat rewards skilled play<ref name="ssegold"/>
* High survivability compared to pure DPS classes<ref name="pvpbank"/>


===Weaknesses===
===Weaknesses===
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* Requires good weapon management for optimization
* Requires good weapon management for optimization
* May struggle to excel in highly specialized content<ref name="ssegold"/>
* May struggle to excel in highly specialized content<ref name="ssegold"/>
 
* Rage management can be complex for new players<ref name="pvpbank"/>
==Potential Skills and Abilities==
* Requires mastery of parry timing for high-level play<ref name="pvpbank"/>
While specific skill names remain unconfirmed, gameplay demonstrations and descriptions suggest several ability categories:
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Weapon !! Ability Type !! Expected Function !! Resource Usage
|-
| rowspan="3" | '''Sword & Shield'''
| Shield Bash || Stun/Interrupt || Low Rage
|-
| Defensive Stance || Damage reduction || Rage over time
|-
| Taunt/Provoke || Threat generation || Medium Rage
|-
| rowspan="3" | '''Greatsword'''
| Sweeping Strike || AoE damage || Medium Rage
|-
| Crushing Blow || Single-target nuke || High Rage
|-
| Whirlwind || 360° AoE attack || High Rage
|-
| rowspan="3" | '''Dual Blades'''
| Blade Flurry || Rapid strikes || Low Rage
|-
| Precision Cut || Critical strike || Medium Rage
|-
| Dancing Blades || Mobile combo || Medium Rage
|-
| colspan="4" style="text-align:center; font-style:italic;" | ''Specific abilities subject to change pending official release''
|}


==Media==
==Media==
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File:Swordsman_Class_Select.jpg|Class selection screen (May 2025 leak)
File:Swordsman_Class_Select.jpg|Class selection screen (May 2025 leak)
File:Swordsman_Gameplay_Beta.jpg|Beta gameplay footage
File:Swordsman_Gameplay_Beta.jpg|Beta gameplay footage
File:Swordsman_Parry_Effect.jpg|Unique parry spark effects
</gallery>
</gallery>


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* Community tier lists position them as the most balanced class at launch<ref name="ssegold"/>
* Community tier lists position them as the most balanced class at launch<ref name="ssegold"/>
* The only class explicitly described as "dependable" in official materials<ref name="chronoinfo"/>
* The only class explicitly described as "dependable" in official materials<ref name="chronoinfo"/>
* Beta build showcases unique parry spark effects exclusive to the Swordsman kit<ref name="sportskeeda"/>
* Early marketing misspelled the class as "Swordman" in several leaks<ref name="sportskeeda"/>
* Female Swordsman featured prominently in early trailers, confirming gender flexibility<ref name="redditsouls"/>
* The Swordsman's ability to wield both one-handed and two-handed swords draws comparisons to Dark Souls-style combat<ref name="redditsouls"/>


==See Also==
==See Also==
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* [[Real-time action combat]]
* [[Real-time action combat]]
* [[Void]]
* [[Void]]
* [[Setera]]


==References==
==References==
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<ref name="gematsu">{{cite web|url=https://www.gematsu.com/2025/06/chrono-odyssey-pc-closed-beta-test-set-for-june-20-to-22|title=Chrono Odyssey PC closed beta test set for June 20 to 22|publisher=Gematsu|date=June 6, 2025|accessdate=2025-06-09}}</ref>
<ref name="gematsu">{{cite web|url=https://www.gematsu.com/2025/06/chrono-odyssey-pc-closed-beta-test-set-for-june-20-to-22|title=Chrono Odyssey PC closed beta test set for June 20 to 22|publisher=Gematsu|date=June 6, 2025|accessdate=2025-06-09}}</ref>
<ref name="xboxwire">{{cite web|url=https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/05/03/breaking-down-gameplay-reveal-chrono-odyssey/|title=Breaking Down the Gameplay Reveal of Chrono Odyssey|publisher=Xbox Wire|date=May 3, 2023|accessdate=2025-06-09}}</ref>
<ref name="xboxwire">{{cite web|url=https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/05/03/breaking-down-gameplay-reveal-chrono-odyssey/|title=Breaking Down the Gameplay Reveal of Chrono Odyssey|publisher=Xbox Wire|date=May 3, 2023|accessdate=2025-06-09}}</ref>
<ref name="sportskeeda">{{cite web|url=https://www.sportskeeda.com/mmo/leaked-chrono-odyssey-images-reveal-twelve-weapon-types-four-classes|title=Leaked Chrono Odyssey images reveal twelve weapon types between four classes|publisher=Sportskeeda|date=May 30, 2025|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
<ref name="coach2carry">{{cite web|url=https://coach2carry.com/5885-2/|title=Combat and Classes in Chrono Odyssey: Game Overview, Strats, Date|publisher=coach2carry.com|date=June 8, 2025|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
<ref name="redditsouls">{{cite web|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/MMORPG/comments/1ku3y27/more_details_on_the_systems_of_chrono_odyssey_pve/|title=More Details on the Systems of Chrono Odyssey|publisher=Reddit|date=May 2025|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
<ref name="redditweapons">{{cite web|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/chronoodyssey/comments/1kb94if/which_classes_use_which_weapons/|title=Which Classes Use Which Weapons?|publisher=Reddit|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
<ref name="massivelyop">{{cite web|url=https://massivelyop.com/2025/06/09/sgf-2025-chrono-odyssey-debuts-a-new-trailer-ahead-of-its-june-20-closed-beta-test/|title=SGF 2025: Chrono Odyssey debuts a new trailer ahead of its June 20 closed beta test|publisher=MassivelyOP|date=June 9, 2025|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
<ref name="ssegoldcombat">{{cite web|url=https://www.ssegold.com/chrono-odyssey-combat-system|title=Chrono Odyssey Combat System Explained – Action, Skills & Time Mechanics|publisher=SSEGOLD|date=June 2025|accessdate=2025-06-10}}</ref>
</references>
</references>


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