Blacksmith
Novice ← Merchant ← Blacksmith
Skills
| Skill | Max Lv | Tags |
|---|---|---|
| Hammerfall | 30 | DMG, AoE, Control |
| High Speed Cart Ram | 30 | DMG, Burst, Cart Revo., Money |
| Cart Revolution Dash | 5 | DMG, Move, Cart Revo. |
| Unfair Trick | 10 | Passive |
| Power Swing | 10 | DMG, AoE, Axe Blade |
| Axe Boomerang | 30 | DMG, AoE, Axe Blade |
| Spinning Axe | 30 | DMG, AoE, Axe Blade |
| Weapon Perfection | 10 | Support, Buff |
| FAW Silver Sniper | 30 | DMG, Summon, Construct |
| Combat Assistance | 10 | Support, Debuff |
| Shattering Strike | 5 | Passive |
| Maximized Weapon | 1 | Support, Buff |
| Earth Shatter | 120 | — |
Blacksmith Build Guide
The Blacksmith is Ragnarok: The New World’s economy engine and late-game physical DPS powerhouse. Branching from Merchant, Blacksmiths control the server economy through Prontera stalls, crafting, and Zeny generation. In combat, they bring devastating cart-based AoE and axe DPS. Meta tier: B-Tier (Lapakgaming, July 2026) — unrivaled economy but combat requires investment.
Build Comparison
| Build | Role | Best For | Difficulty | F2P Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cart DPS (STR/AGI/DEX) | Cart Revolution AoE | Farming, Zeny generation, PvE | Easy | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Axe DPS (STR/AGI/VIT) | Single-Target Melee | MVP hunting, Boss fights | Medium | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Mech Summoner (INT/STR) | Pet + AoE hybrid | Endgame DPS, unique playstyle | Hard | ⭐⭐ |
Stat Priority — Cart DPS
| Stat | Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| STR | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 90+ | Physical ATK + cart weight damage scaling |
| AGI | ⭐⭐⭐ | 60+ | Attack speed for smoother farming |
| DEX | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 40+ | Hit rate and minor ATK |
Core Skills
| Skill | Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cart Revolution | 10 | Main AoE farming skill — damage scales with cart weight |
| Mammonite | 5–10 | Single-target burst — costs Zeny per cast |
| Cart Mastery | 10 | Passive cart damage boost |
| Shouting | 5 | STR self-buff for you and party |
| Sidekick | 10 | Summons a helper that attacks enemies |
| Overthrust | 10 | Party-wide weapon ATK buff — signature BS support |
| Weapon Perfection | 10 | Negates size penalties for party weapons |
| Adrenaline Rush | 5—10 | Haste buff for party |
Gear Progression — Level 55+
| Slot | Level 55 (F2P) | Level 70+ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weapon | Axe / Two-Handed Axe (Legendary/Royal) | Red axe | STR-focused; cart builds use any weapon |
| Armor | Plate Armor (STR/VIT) | Red plate with STR | Survivability for melee range |
| Cape | Pauldron / Muffler | Red cape with STR/AGI | |
| Shoes | Greaves / Boots | AGI shoes or Bunny Slippers | |
| Accessories | Ring of Strength / Brooch | Red Ring or Glove | Stack STR |
Rune Engine
Fire Resonance (red) for damage. Earth Resonance for survivability. Key runes: Cart Overload, Forge Master, Wealth Accumulation.
Leveling & Economy
Levels 1–40 (Merchant): Max Cart Revolution → Mammonite → Cart Mastery. Merchants level slower than DPS classes but generate passive Zeny. After job change to Blacksmith: park your character as a Merchant overnight — set up a Prontera stall to generate Zeny while you sleep. Use the Job Freedom System: farm with a DPS class, swap to Blacksmith for crafting/buffs. A fully built Whitesmith with Mech summoner rivals S-Tier DPS output in endgame.
Sources
- OWIISHII — Blacksmith Guide | 1 Hit Mobs
- OSLink — Merchant Build Guide
- Lapakgaming — RO New World Classes Guide (2026)
Last updated: August 10, 2026. SEA server meta post-launch.
Blacksmith overview
Blacksmith is the second job of the Merchant branch: Novice, Merchant, Blacksmith, Whitesmith. It went live on SEA with the July 16, 2026 launch.
How to unlock
- Blacksmith is the 2nd job of the Merchant branch: Novice > Merchant > Blacksmith.
- Reach Job Level 40 as Merchant, then complete the job change quest at the appropriate NPC.
- Job change is free. Stats and skills reset automatically on your first class switch.
Which build should you play?
| Build | Core skills | Stats | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cart DPS | High Speed Cart Ram, Cart Revolution Dash, Weapon Perfection | STR, AGI, DEX | AoE farming, Zeny generation, PvE |
| Axe DPS | Power Swing, Axe Boomerang, Spinning Axe, Shattering Strike | STR, AGI, VIT | MVP hunting, boss fights, single-target damage |
| Crafter Support | Weapon Perfection, Maximized Weapon, Combat Assistance, FAW Silver Sniper | STR, DEX, VIT | Party buffs, crafting, economy focus |
Key mechanics
Cart Revolution Dash and High Speed Cart Ram scale with cart weight — load your cart with heavy items for maximum damage.
Weapon Perfection negates weapon size penalties for the entire party — a signature support skill that every physical DPS wants.
Hammerfall is an AoE stun — useful for mob control and PvP disruption.
Unfair Trick and Earth Shatter are ultimate abilities from the Lucky Treasure system.
Merchants earn passive Zeny from Prontera stalls. Park your character as a Merchant overnight to generate income.
Leveling guide
Level as Merchant with Cart Revolution to Job 40. Merchants level slower than DPS classes but earn passive Zeny from stalls. After job change, invest in Cart skills for AoE farming. Use the Job Freedom System: farm with a DPS class, swap to Blacksmith for crafting, buffs, and stall income.
Farming guide
Blacksmiths are the server economy engine. Set up Prontera stalls overnight for passive Zeny. Cart skills provide solid AoE farming. Weapon Perfection and party buffs make Blacksmiths valuable in any physical damage party.
Blacksmith Build Guide
The Blacksmith is a core class in Ragnarok: The New World, advancing from the Merchant branch. You can reset skills and stats anytime for free, so experiment with builds.
Build Comparison
| Build | Role | Best For | Difficulty | F2P Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cart DPS | AoE Physical DPS | Farming, Zeny generation, PvE | Easy | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Axe DPS | Single-Target Burst | MVP hunting, Boss fights | Medium | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Crafter Support | Party Buffer + Crafter | Party content, economy | Easy | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
All builds share the same Merchant foundation. At Job Level 40, you choose your path.
Cart DPS Blacksmith Level 55+ Build
The Cart DPS Blacksmith focuses on aoe physical dps. Farming, Zeny generation, PvE.
Stat Priority
| Stat | Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 80–99 | Main damage stat |
| Secondary | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 60–80 | Speed or cast time |
| VIT | ⭐⭐⭐ | 30–50 | Survivability |
Core Skills
| Skill | Level | Job | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Speed Cart Ram | 10 | Blacksmith | Cart charge — damage scales with weight |
| Cart Revolution Dash | 10 | Blacksmith | Cart AoE spin — bread and butter farm |
| Power Swing | 10 | Blacksmith | Heavy single-target axe hit |
| Axe Boomerang | 10 | Blacksmith | Ranged axe throw |
| Spinning Axe | 10 | Blacksmith | Axe AoE spin |
| Weapon Perfection | 10 | Blacksmith | Party: negates size penalties — signature buff |
| Hammerfall | 5 | Blacksmith | AoE stun — mob control and PvP |
| Shattering Strike | 10 | Blacksmith | DEF-ignoring hit |
| Maximized Weapon | 10 | Blacksmith | Max weapon damage buff |
| Combat Assistance | 10 | Blacksmith | Party ATK buff |
Cart DPS Gear Progression from Level 55 to Endgame
The Cart DPS Blacksmith gear path prioritizes damage and survivability. Here is the head-to-toe setup at level 55 and where to upgrade for endgame.
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| Accessory R | Level 40–55 accessory | Level 70+ accessory | Do not duplicate trait |
Rune Engine
Focus on runes that boost your main damage stat and survivability. Fuse runes until you get matching color resonance for set bonuses. Aim for level 3+ on key runes.
Axe DPS Blacksmith Level 55+ Build
The Axe DPS Blacksmith focuses on single-target burst. MVP hunting, Boss fights.
Stat Priority
| Stat | Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 80–99 | Main damage stat |
| Secondary | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 60–80 | Speed or cast time |
| VIT | ⭐⭐⭐ | 30–50 | Survivability |
Core Skills
| Skill | Level | Job | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Speed Cart Ram | 10 | Blacksmith | Cart charge — damage scales with weight |
| Cart Revolution Dash | 10 | Blacksmith | Cart AoE spin — bread and butter farm |
| Power Swing | 10 | Blacksmith | Heavy single-target axe hit |
| Axe Boomerang | 10 | Blacksmith | Ranged axe throw |
| Spinning Axe | 10 | Blacksmith | Axe AoE spin |
| Weapon Perfection | 10 | Blacksmith | Party: negates size penalties — signature buff |
| Hammerfall | 5 | Blacksmith | AoE stun — mob control and PvP |
| Shattering Strike | 10 | Blacksmith | DEF-ignoring hit |
| Maximized Weapon | 10 | Blacksmith | Max weapon damage buff |
| Combat Assistance | 10 | Blacksmith | Party ATK buff |
Axe DPS Gear Progression from Level 55 to Endgame
The Axe DPS Blacksmith gear path prioritizes damage and survivability. Here is the head-to-toe setup at level 55 and where to upgrade for endgame.
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| Accessory L | Level 40–55 accessory | Level 70+ accessory | Match your main stat | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Accessory R | Level 40–55 accessory | Level 70+ accessory | Do not duplicate trait |
Rune Engine
Focus on runes that boost your main damage stat and survivability. Fuse runes until you get matching color resonance for set bonuses. Aim for level 3+ on key runes.
Crafter Support Blacksmith Level 55+ Build
The Crafter Support Blacksmith focuses on party buffer + crafter. Party content, economy.
Stat Priority
| Stat | Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 80–99 | Main damage stat |
| Secondary | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 60–80 | Speed or cast time |
| VIT | ⭐⭐⭐ | 30–50 | Survivability |
Core Skills
| Skill | Level | Job | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Speed Cart Ram | 10 | Blacksmith | Cart charge — damage scales with weight |
| Cart Revolution Dash | 10 | Blacksmith | Cart AoE spin — bread and butter farm |
| Power Swing | 10 | Blacksmith | Heavy single-target axe hit |
| Axe Boomerang | 10 | Blacksmith | Ranged axe throw |
| Spinning Axe | 10 | Blacksmith | Axe AoE spin |
| Weapon Perfection | 10 | Blacksmith | Party: negates size penalties — signature buff |
| Hammerfall | 5 | Blacksmith | AoE stun — mob control and PvP |
| Shattering Strike | 10 | Blacksmith | DEF-ignoring hit |
| Maximized Weapon | 10 | Blacksmith | Max weapon damage buff |
| Combat Assistance | 10 | Blacksmith | Party ATK buff |
Crafter Support Gear Progression from Level 55 to Endgame
The Crafter Support Blacksmith gear path prioritizes damage and survivability. Here is the head-to-toe setup at level 55 and where to upgrade for endgame.
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| Accessory R | Level 40–55 accessory | Level 70+ accessory | Do not duplicate trait |
Rune Engine
Focus on runes that boost your main damage stat and survivability. Fuse runes until you get matching color resonance for set bonuses. Aim for level 3+ on key runes.
Blacksmith Leveling Guide
Level as Merchant with Cart Revolution to Job 40. Merchants level slower but earn passive Zeny from Prontera stalls. After job change, invest in Cart skills for AoE farming. Use the Job Freedom System: farm with DPS, swap to Blacksmith for crafting and buffs.
Blacksmith Farming Guide
Blacksmiths control the server economy. Set up Prontera stalls overnight for passive Zeny. Cart skills provide solid AoE farming. Weapon Perfection makes you valuable in any physical party.
Blacksmith Build Guide
The Blacksmith advances from the Merchant branch in Ragnarok: The New World. You can reset skills and stats anytime for free, so experiment with builds. All builds share the same Merchant foundation — at Job Level 40 you choose your path.
Build Comparison
| Build | Role | Best For | Difficulty | F2P Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cart DPS | AoE Physical DPS | Farming, Zeny generation, PvE | Easy | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Axe DPS | Single-Target Burst | MVP hunting, Boss fights | Medium | ⭐⭐⭐ |
Cart DPS Blacksmith Level 55+ Build
The Cart DPS Blacksmith focuses on aoe physical dps. Farming, Zeny generation, PvE.
Stat Priority
| Stat | Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| STR | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 80–99 | Physical ATK and weight |
| AGI | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 60–80 | Attack speed |
| VIT | ⭐⭐⭐ | 40–60 | HP and DEF |
| DEX | ⭐⭐⭐ | 30–50 | Hit rate |
Core Skills
| Skill | Level | Job | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Speed Cart Ram | 10 | Blacksmith | Cart charge — scales with weight |
| Cart Revolution Dash | 10 | Blacksmith | Cart AoE spin — main farming skill |
| Power Swing | 10 | Blacksmith | Heavy single-target axe hit |
| Axe Boomerang | 10 | Blacksmith | Ranged axe throw |
| Spinning Axe | 10 | Blacksmith | Axe AoE spin |
| Weapon Perfection | 10 | Blacksmith | Party: negates weapon size penalties |
| Hammerfall | 5 | Blacksmith | AoE stun — mob control and PvP |
| Shattering Strike | 10 | Blacksmith | DEF-ignoring hit |
Cart DPS Gear Progression — Level 55 to Endgame
Gear for the Cart DPS Blacksmith prioritizes damage and survivability. Here is the recommended head-to-toe setup at level 55 and where to upgrade for endgame. All items linked below are verified from the in-game database.
| Slot | Level 55 (F2P / Budget) | Level 70+ (Endgame) | Trait / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weapon | Hammer II (Lv55) | Orcish Axe III (Lv70), Great Axe IV (Lv80) | — |
| Headwear | Angel Wing (Lv1), Angel Wing (Lv1) | Upgraded red variant of level 55 equipment | — |
| Armor | Tights (Lv41), Royal Tights (Lv41), Formal Suit (Lv41) | Upgraded red variant of level 55 equipment | — |
| Cape | Level 40–55 equipment with primary stats | Captain’s Manteau (Lv70) | — |
| Shoes | Anklet (Lv42), Goibne’s Greaves (Lv57) | Black Leather Shoes IV (Lv92) | — |
| Shield | Level 40–55 equipment with primary stats | Stone Buckler I (Lv72), Lamor Shield IV (Lv72) | — |
| Accessory | Level 40–55 equipment with primary stats | Morrigane’s Belt (Lv75), Bradium Brooch III (Lv90) | — |
| Accessory R | Level 40–55 equipment with primary stats | Morrigane’s Belt (Lv75), Bradium Brooch III (Lv90) | Do not duplicate trait from Accessory L |
Rune Engine
Focus on runes that boost your main damage stat and provide survivability. Fuse runes until matching color resonance for set bonuses. Aim for level 3+ on key runes. Wind Resonance (green) gives +15 all stats and -25% fixed cast time — useful for most builds.
Axe DPS Blacksmith Level 55+ Build
The Axe DPS Blacksmith focuses on single-target burst. MVP hunting, Boss fights.
Stat Priority
| Stat | Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| STR | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 80–99 | Physical ATK and weight |
| AGI | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 60–80 | Attack speed |
| VIT | ⭐⭐⭐ | 40–60 | HP and DEF |
| DEX | ⭐⭐⭐ | 30–50 | Hit rate |
Core Skills
| Skill | Level | Job | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Speed Cart Ram | 10 | Blacksmith | Cart charge — scales with weight |
| Cart Revolution Dash | 10 | Blacksmith | Cart AoE spin — main farming skill |
| Power Swing | 10 | Blacksmith | Heavy single-target axe hit |
| Axe Boomerang | 10 | Blacksmith | Ranged axe throw |
| Spinning Axe | 10 | Blacksmith | Axe AoE spin |
| Weapon Perfection | 10 | Blacksmith | Party: negates weapon size penalties |
| Hammerfall | 5 | Blacksmith | AoE stun — mob control and PvP |
| Shattering Strike | 10 | Blacksmith | DEF-ignoring hit |
Axe DPS Gear Progression — Level 55 to Endgame
Gear for the Axe DPS Blacksmith prioritizes damage and survivability. Here is the recommended head-to-toe setup at level 55 and where to upgrade for endgame. All items linked below are verified from the in-game database.
| Slot | Level 55 (F2P / Budget) | Level 70+ (Endgame) | Trait / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weapon | Hammer II (Lv55) | Orcish Axe III (Lv70), Great Axe IV (Lv80) | — |
| Headwear | Angel Wing (Lv1), Angel Wing (Lv1) | Upgraded red variant of level 55 equipment | — |
| Armor | Tights (Lv41), Royal Tights (Lv41), Formal Suit (Lv41) | Upgraded red variant of level 55 equipment | — |
| Cape | Level 40–55 equipment with primary stats | Captain’s Manteau (Lv70) | — |
| Shoes | Anklet (Lv42), Goibne’s Greaves (Lv57) | Black Leather Shoes IV (Lv92) | — |
| Shield | Level 40–55 equipment with primary stats | Stone Buckler I (Lv72), Lamor Shield IV (Lv72) | — |
| Accessory | Level 40–55 equipment with primary stats | Morrigane’s Belt (Lv75), Bradium Brooch III (Lv90) | — |
| Accessory R | Level 40–55 equipment with primary stats | Morrigane’s Belt (Lv75), Bradium Brooch III (Lv90) | Do not duplicate trait from Accessory L |
Rune Engine
Focus on runes that boost your main damage stat and provide survivability. Fuse runes until matching color resonance for set bonuses. Aim for level 3+ on key runes. Wind Resonance (green) gives +15 all stats and -25% fixed cast time — useful for most builds.
Blacksmith Leveling Guide
Level as Merchant with Cart Revolution to Job 40. Merchants level slower but earn passive Zeny from Prontera stalls. After job change, Cart skills provide solid AoE farming. Use the Job Freedom System for efficient farming.
Blacksmith Farming Guide
Blacksmiths control the server economy. Set up Prontera stalls overnight. Cart skills AoE farm. Weapon Perfection makes you valuable in any physical damage party.