ESO Subclassing Guide – How Subclassing Works

Welcome to the ESO Subclassing Guide. This guide focuses on everything related to the Subclassing System. With this powerful new system, adventurers can now blend class skill lines from different archetypes, creating fresh and exciting combinations without rerolling.

In this guide, we’ll break down how ESO Subclassing works, its limitations, and how to start theorycrafting your next hybrid build.

What Is the ESO Subclassing System?

Subclassing is a new base game feature that enhances character progression and build variety. Available to all players, the system allows you to mix and match class skill lines across different classes. It’s perfect for those looking to:

• Expand their combat options
• Create off-meta or hybrid builds
• Min-max PvE or PvP performance
• Try new playstyles without creating a new character

With subclassing, your character gains new powerful combinations while retaining the core identity of their original class.

How Does Subclassing Work in ESO?

The Subclassing System is account-wide, meaning once you unlock it, it applies to all characters. Here’s how it functions:

• One class skill line must remain from your original class.
  • Example: If you’re a Sorcerer, you must keep at least one Sorcerer skill line.
• The other two class-based skill lines can be swapped with any from other classes.
  • This includes full access to their active abilities, morphs, and passives.
• You cannot mix individual skills from multiple classes—you can only swap entire skill lines.

According to ZeniMax Online Studios, there are now over 3,000 potential skill line combinations, giving you endless creative possibilities.

ESO Subclassing Limitations

While subclassing offers incredible freedom, there are a few restrictions:

• You must retain one original class skill line.
• You cannot replace all three class lines.
• Only full skill lines from other classes can be used—not individual skills.

This ensures a balance between flexibility and identity, maintaining each class’s distinct flavor while allowing for creative build options.

Examples of Subclassing Possibilities

Make sure to visit our ESO Subclassing Builds page to get a look at the most overpowered builds. Here are some examples:

• A Sorcerer-Warden-Necromancer build focused on having as many pets as possible!
• A Dragonknight-Necromancer-Arcanist mix to create the perfect tank!
• A Templar-Arcanist hybrid focusing on maximum beam damage!

The theorycrafting potential is massive—and so is the fun.

Final Thoughts

ESO’s Subclassing System represents a game-changing evolution for character builds and player creativity. Whether you’re a meta chaser or a roleplay purist, subclassing offers tools to create something uniquely yours.

Stay tuned as we test subclass combos and publish new builds tailored to the 2025 meta.

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