We finally have more information on the final archetype coming to Ashes of Creation – the Summoner! This archetype has been arguably the most anticipated one yet, and we finally received not only more information about Summoner, but also a preview video of some of the many skills that come with it.
To take a closer look at the Summoner, jump to 8:20 in the video below.
The Summoner is all about commanding powerful spirit components to fight by your side. Within the video, we get a closer look at a few of these spirit components, including:
- The Guardian – Specializes in soaking in damage, holding threat, and disrupting enemies’ positions. Its key ability is Stomp, dealing AoE damage to all foes in its path.
- The Hunter – Specialized on dishing off damage at both ranged and melee. Its key ability is Obliterate, a brutal single-target strike, that hits even harder if you position yourself behind the target.
- The Mystic – Specialized in healing, shielding, and provide AoE damage at range. Its key ability Recreate heals an ally and can even become a group heal under certain conditions.
Eventually, once Ashes of Creation introduces secondary classes, these unique spirit components will visually change and have slight twists to what they can offer. For example, if you a Summoner that chooses Tank as your secondary class, there’s a good chance that The Guardian will be even tankier and provide some additional defensive buffs (and look a bit beefier too). Stay tuned to learn more about these secondary classes coming soon.
Summoner Abilities & Essence
As you can see from the video, the primary resource that Summoners use is known as “Essence”. Essence is generated passively through your weapon combos and basic attacks. You’ll use this Essence in a handful of unique ways, including dishing off powerful abilities.
The Summoner’s kit includes a wide range of unique features that makes a big impact on the battlefield. This ranges from damage-over-time (DoT), area damage, and resource management skills.
Additionally, it’s expected that the Summoner archetype will be greatly overpowered once released. Expect to see many changes, and to see those changes quickly as the team gathers data and additional feedback on the implementation of this archetype with the others.
Summoner Launch Timing
The Summoner archetype will officially be available to play for the first time on the PTR starting on September 30, 2025. By purchasing an Alpha Two key, you will automatically be granted PTR access (as well as gaining access to future beta tests).
As of now, the Summoner archetype is planned to be officially added within Alpha Two Phase Three in the next major update on November 18, 2025.
If you’re interested in this archetype, be sure to jump in, test it out, and provide your feedback to ensure it’s ready to go for its official launch.
How to Play Ashes of Creation
If you are interested in joining in on the fun and playing Ashes of Creation, then create an account here and visit the “shop” section of the Ashes of Creation website to purchase your key. Upon purchase, you will receive access to play the rest of Alpha Two, along with a key for Beta 1 and Beta 2. Additionally, you will receive your one month of gameplay for Ashes of Creation upon launch, and $15 worth of embers (in-game marketplace credits).
