Since its release,Black Desert Onlinehas proved to be one of the most visually-stunning MMOs of its time. On top of its relatable high fantasy backdrop and high-octane action,Black Desert Onlineremains one of the most popular free-to-play MMOs since its release. And whileBlack Desert Onlinehas its staple set of Classes, it’s also its lore that dragged players deep into a rich story. In the game’s world, a plague known as the Black Death has devastated the population, with the nations of Calpheon and Valencia eventually coming to war.
What begins the story’s plot is when the two nations discovered the hidden power of the mysterious black stones and the fact that Valencia has a vast Black Desert containing them - hence the game’s name. For players interested in deep-diving straight into the game’s lore, they may also want to consider indulging in the game’s spiritual aspect. After all, the game offers players the chance to pickHoroscopesfor their characters—fluff stats that may improve a character’s relationship with NPCs to give them benefits. With this in mind, whichBlack Desert OnlineHoroscopeshould players pick?
Updated on Jul 17, 2025, by Rhenn Taguiam:With Black Desert Online players now having full access to the Exalted Land of Ulukita, fans of the acclaimed fantasy martial arts MMO have a new location to test their mettle and the total capacity of their builds. Now touted as the MMO’s new endgame zone, fans may be curious how this location may impact Black Desert gameplay and lore. For fans who want to create story-accurate characters, their choice of Horoscope may also determine the kind of build or fighting style their creations can resonate with from a lore standpoint. In that regard, Horoscopes could be used as a basis for a Class’s approach to gameplay, specifically when it comes to playstyles and builds.
12Owl
Serving as the symbolic representation of wisdom, the owl is one of the most popular animals in fantasy literature - especially those in relation to Greek Mythology. In turn, it’s such a surprise to see theOwlHoroscope become a part of the overall lore in theBlack Desert OnlineMMO. What’s more interesting is how the Owl Horoscope is away from usual associations of wisdom and intelligence, and this time around associated with keywords such as Naive and Stereotypical.
Players who want to make a more “ordinary” character ornewBlack Desert Onlinecharactersmay want to create someone with the Owl Horoscope. However, given the existence of more sophisticated Horoscopes, the Owl may not be an appealing choice in terms of visuals.
The Owl: Try The Shai
Compared to other Classes inBlack Desert Onlinegameplay, theShaiis the only character built to become full-support. Her more diminutive stature makes her rather adorable, with the Shai possessing a matching vigor and spirit that is only rivaled by her innate curiosity. While their life expectancy is estimated to be only 40 years, the Shai’s nature as explorers ensures their stay in the world is worthwhile.
Such is their expertise on the matter that they’ve discovered herbs that can help extend their lifespan. This boomerang-wielding Class is a good fit for the Owl constellation, especially for players who love exploration.
Owl, Shai: Try The PVE Buffing Special
Being the only support class in the MMO, what the Shai lacks in PVP dominance they more than make up for when it comes to party survival in PVE. Despite their lack of damage prowess, a Shai with a focus on attack speed should be able to take care of slow-moving mobs. On top of decent heals-over-time (Cheer Up!) and skill resource recovery with steals (Sprinkle-Sparkle), the Shaibuilt around the PVE Buffing Specialcan debilitate enemy forces with AP and accuracy debuffs (Sharing Is Caring).
11Camel
When it comes to modern zodiac signs, fans of astrology would often either refer to classic Western Astrology with constellations being assigned to certain periods in months or Chinese Astrology where its zodiac animals are assigned not just per year but per element as well. Seeing as how the inclusion of various animals in the lore ofBlack Desert Onlinesuggests the latter, it’s quite a surprise to see aCamelHoroscope be part of the game’s choices.
Characterized as Docile, Enduring, Patient, and Witty, it’s evident that Camels are the more reserved and timid of the bunch. They are reserved and may be introverted at heart, making them perfect for players who want to design characters that are child-like, innocent, or cute. While the Camel is a perfectly normal Horoscope, the existence of more “badass-sounding” names may sway the player.
The Camel: Try The Tamer
When the surviving newborn of a slaughtered royal family reached the forbidden island of Haemo, the native beasts of the island raised her as their own. And when the martial artist Hwisa and his companion beast Heilang noticed the girl’s presence, he took her under his care. While communication was difficult due to the girl’s feral nature, her connection with beasts made learning much easier for her.
And in their travels, the humbleTamermade it her duty to absorb as much of the beautiful civilization as she could. Her animal control adds an interesting dimension to herBlack Desert Onlinegameplay. Moreover, her kind-hearted nature makes her a perfect fit for the Camel constellation, which represents patience, endurance, and wittiness.
Camel, Tamer: Try The PVE Juggernaut
Being one of the few classes inBlack Desert Onlinewho can grapple opponents, the Tamer has potential in a pure offensive PVE build. While other classes like the Sorcerer have stronger overall DPS, the Tamer has the benefit of animation cancels and more flexible options that may result in more efficient combo juggling. With thePVE Juggernaut setup, the Tamer can summon their pet with a roar that can pull mobs (Roaring) before getting into combo strings with a stun-punch (Bolt Wave, Jolt Wave), another stun (Fearful Trembling), and air launchers (Stretch Kick, Upward Claw).
10Boat
Given the historical fantasy premise of theBlack Desert OnlineMMO, it makes sense for its world to contain both real-world and fantastical concepts. Due to the wide reach of the in-game auction house, it makes sense for lore lovers to speculate about the many methods products get transferred from one place to another. And for those with theBoatHoroscope, this may very well fit players and merchants with a penchant for sea travel.
Described as Free, Optimistic, Relaxed, and Wanderer, the Boat Horoscope fitsBlack Desert Onlinecharactersquite well that have an adventuring mindset. This is specifically thematically appropriate for Classes like the Corsair, who are designed to look like pirates.
The Boat: Try The Witch
Whereas Godr-Ayed Thea served as masters of the primordial in the world of sages, Labreve served as the all-female school of theWitch. After her discovery of the power of teleportation via the Aad’s Pharos transformed the Labreve into a potent school, the Witch sought nothing but the discovery of a world beyond her portals. In her travels, she’s managed to reach for a world beyond their own - with remnants of a powerful being that is seemingly calling to her.
InBlack Desert Online, the Witch is the more support-oriented counterpart of the Wizard, boasting teleportation skills that allow her to help her companions on the battlefield. For roleplayers, the Witch’s penchant for exploration and discovery of magic makes her fit for the Boat constellation, a group of stars also representing relaxation, optimism, and wandering.
Boat, Witch: Try Damage With A Dash Of Healing
While players pick the Witch for her potential for overall damage,Damage With A Dash Of Healingproves the Witch can balance DPS with a bit of party survival. Such an aim for balance could make great use of skills that work in both PVE and PVP, such as high-DPS Fissure Wave that works against players due to its protected knockdown. On the support front, a Witch focused on PVP can opt for an instant heal (Sage’s Light) or a three-hit stun (Sage’s Thunder). This level of flexibility fits the ever-fluid Boat Sign.
9Giant
With regards to the lore hidden withinBlack Desert Onlinegameplay, it’s interesting to note that not only is there aGiantHoroscope, but that it’s often associated with keywords such as Ambitious, Dreamer, Nimble, and Observer. The Giant joins the Goblin when it comes to monster-related horoscope constellations, something that is uncommon in games that feature a similar system.
Players may want to consider grabbing the Giant Horoscope for their character especially for flavor, particularly with regard to their character’s appearance or chosen Class. A tall or large enough character could be visually appropriate for the Giant Horoscope, as doClasses that may focus on PVP inBlack Desert Onlinesuch as the Berserker, Dark Knight, Guardian, and Warrior.
The Giant: Try The Musa
Despite his status as a lowborn, theMusawill use his destitution to drive his ambition to master martial arts - eventually joining the fabled Western Frontiers after winning the prestigious Martial God Tournament. When his fellow Western Frontiers members don’t seem to acknowledge the Musa due to his lack of achievements as a mercenary, the Musa can’t do anything but project his anger on his rival in the Tournament, who was an older man who garnered more praise than him. Year after year he swore vengeance against the older man, and year after year he was defeated.
When the Musa finally matured enough to learn from his mistakes, the older man accepted him as his student. And when the older man died of old age, the Musa would emerge a wiser being. The ambition and talent of the Musa are reflected in hisBlack Desert OnlineClass gameplay, where he excels in melee through the blade and contends in range with the horn bow. For roleplayers, the Musa may be best represented by the Giant constellation, mostly partly for his ambition and talents cemented by his observant and nimble nature.
Giant, Musa: Try The Go Fast, Go Far Approach
The weapons specialist Musa excels in having the right weapon for any approach, with their gameplay style favoring combo strings that cancel quickly from one attack to the next. In theGo Fast, Go Far build, a Musa can opt for a base combo by first summoning her Tiger Blade for a swift slash (Blooming) before transitioning into multi-arc hit (Cyclone). This cycle repeats with enders that caps Cyclone with a juggling slash (Gale), a fierce counter (Retaliation), a charge slash (Divider), and a backwards attack (Backstep Slash).
8Elephant
Whereas the Giant already exists to meet the stereotypical vision of the “hardcore fighter,” theElephantHoroscope indeed sounds like a more interesting constellation of choice by virtue of the term alone. After all, the Elephant isn’t exactly a prominent figure in mythology and symbolism, and it’s certainly interesting to have a character associated with the Horoscope.
Bearing keywords such as Committed, Crass, Honorable, Strong, and Trustworthy, the Elephant Horoscope seems to be more associated with “stability” and being a “gentle giant.” Similar to the Giant, the Elephant works best with Classes such as the Berserker, Dark Knight, Guardian, and Warrior.
The Elephant: Try The Striker
While theStrikerwas born in Calpheon to an aristocratic family, he lost everything after a shipwreck sent him to the Far East. Now an outcast, the Striker grew up being bullied for being a foreigner. However, the harshness of the streets only motivated him to become stronger, eventually earning the interest of a martial arts master who took him under his wing. Through their journey, the Striker eventually mastered different fighting styles - with all his learnings helping him win the coveted Martial God Tournament.
Compared to otherBlack Desert OnlineClasses, the Striker uses his gauntlets and vambraces in combat, boasting flashy kicks and devastating punches. In terms of roleplaying, the Striker easily fits the profile of the Elephant constellation - strong and committed, honorable and trustworthy, with a bit of crassness on the side.
Elephant, Striker: Try The Straightforward Punch
The mighty Elephant doesn’t run away from the fight, as does the imposing Striker whose specializations often require facing the thick of battle head-on. A possiblebuild to try with the Striker would be the Straightforward Punch, an AOE-oriented kit that focuses on streamlined forward attacks that leave little room for movement but a lot of room for DPS. Recommended skills include a forward-propelling charge (Spiral Cannon), a mid-range step wave (Iron Fist Fury), two powerful blasts (Wolf’s Explosive Fangs), and a nifty retreat (Flow: Back Step).
7Key
Players ofBlack Desert OnlineMMO who want a unique spin on their in-game Horoscope may want to consider theKeyHoroscope. Aside from being a rather unorthodox design choice due to the Key’s nature as an object, its associations with words such as Attentive, Determined, Relaxed, and Scholar give players an immediately-secretive air around their characters.
The Key Horoscope works well for players who want to give their characters a more mysterious outlook. This is especially for roleplayers in the MMO that want to engage with fellow players through characters they’ve established as eccentric, which is especially helpful for characters that are also spellcasters, as well asthe Lahn ofBlack Desert Online.
The Key: Try The Wizard
The world of sages - descendants of theWizard- looked up to the Godr-Ayed Thea as their leading organization, with the one known as Lord Red being the best of them all. Rivaled by no one in terms of ambition and talent, Lord Red sought knowledge and mastery of his craft - to the point of making contact and taking control of primordial spirits Marg of fiery destruction and Arne of watery calm. When jealous sages painted Lord Red in a bad light and exiled him to another realm, it was only then that Lord Red realized that Marg was slowly taking control of his will, transforming him into a being of pure rage and destruction.
And while he’s managed to wrestle back control over his body, another student was already searching for the same power he coveted. When Lord Red forced himself to another dimension to protect this young one, he ended up in the world ofBlack Desert Online. Serving as one of the more aggressive magic users in the game, the Wizard is unrivaled in their spellcasting strength. For roleplayers, this characteristic makes the Wizard perfect for the Key constellation that represents attentiveness and determination.
Key, Wizard: Try The Power Sampler
Although similar in terms of kit with the Witch, the Wizard fits the more aggressive spellcaster toolkit. Traditional in his role just like the Key Sign,the Power Sampler buildmay work as the ideal starting Wizard kit to fit this theme. In terms of skills, the Wizard could opt for a quick knockdown blast (Bolide of Destruction) or a standard AOE attack (Aqua Jail Explosion). The close-range Earthquake could receive an electrifying buff for additional DPS (Trembling Thunder), whereas they can also employ a ball of fire (Sage’s Rage) that can be improved with heavier damage (Fireball Explosion) or a multi-hit fire attack (Rain of Fire).
6Goblin
Popular fantasy literature has created a trope where goblins are almost always associated with a love for material possessions and/or probably being annoying. In turn, it’s quite a surprise for lore with horoscopes such as theBlack Desert OnlineMMO to actually have aGoblinHoroscope.
Associated with keywords such as Adaptable, Intelligent, Linguist, Materialistic, and Opinionated, the Goblin Horoscope seems appropriate for characters who want a humorous yet adventurous take on their characters. Classes associated with free-spiritedness include roles withmulti-faceted skills inBlack Desert Onlinelike Archer, Kunoichi, Lahn, Ninja, and the Ranger.
The Goblin: Try The Corsair
Previously a captain of a pirate ship, theCorsairbecame a legendary figure for seafarers due to her many exploits. While her adventures eventually motivated her to travel on land, she still hears the call for adventure and treasure. Not one to skip an opportunity to explore, the Corsair isa competentBlack Desert OnlineClass, especially with its length-changing sword.
After her Awakening, she discovers she is the daughter of the God of the Seas, who then tasks her to find her dark counterpart and stop her at all costs. For roleplayers out there, the Corsair’s affinity for riches makes her fit for the Goblin constellation, which also represents materialism, intelligence, and adaptability.
Goblin, Corsair: Try The Slip And Slide
Just like the jittery Goblin, the Corsair is a vibrant breath of sea air for players used to brutal gameplay. TheCorsair’s Slip And Slide kitfocuses less on hyper-optimized powersets and instead settles for a decent (but not meta) toolkit that gives players just enough oomph to survive in either PVP or PVE. The Corsair can enjoy a spinning wave attack (Whirlpool) with decent Mana regen alongside a wave summon (Wave Lash) that flows into quick whirlpool summon (Vigor Rush). Meanwhile, their Mermaid form can enjoy a 2-hit knockdown attack on PVE (Mareca: Spiral Soak).
5Wagon
Players who loveBlack Desert Onlinefor its setting may have decided to pursue a career in being a seller instead, engaging in boosting their profits either through gathering materials and selling them or even through classic buy-and-sell in auction houses. Those who build characters specifically for this purpose may want to pursue theWagonHoroscope, especially for keyword associations such as Wealthy and Calculating.
Moreover, players who have a headcanon for their characters may appreciate the symbolism of business and mercantilism associated with wagons, especially in ancient times. Those who want to pursue merchant characters or those who want to roleplay businessmen could easily do wonders with the Wagon Horoscope, and evenBlack Desert OnlineClasses such as the Dark Knight.
The Wagon: Try The Maewha
When the war in the Far East left many children orphaned, some had no choice but to resort to pickpocketing to survive. When a gentleman saw how the orphan skilfully avoided a confrontation with guards, he took her under his wing. Under his tutelage, the orphan not only became a member of the prestigious Hwasun family but also trained in the prestigious Hwasun Valley martial arts institution.
Her skill eventually earned her the title ofMaewha, assigned to the highest-ranking member among the Hwasun’s female students. Unrivaled in her skill with both the blade and the bow, the Maewha is a PVP specialist inBlack Desert Onlinegameplay. However, in terms of roleplay, the Maewha fits the Wagon constellation - an ambitious and calculating individual, with nobility and resourcefulness helping them overcome challenges.
Wagon, Maehwa: Try The Targeted Specialist
While similar in kit in terms of the Musa, the Maewha’s more mobile kit makes her suitable for precision targeting. Players should consider going forthe Targeted Specialist buildthat thematically fits the versatile Wagon, giving her multiple options for attacks. Recommended skills include a slash-juggle (Moonrise) attack that works for both PVE and PVP. Movement-wise, the Maewha can rely on an evasive slash with a debuff (Blooming Step) or a PVP-inclined movement debuff (Blooming Stride). The Maewha can also opt for an enemy-pulling ult (Ultimate: Maehwa’s Will) before going for an air-riser (Decapitating Cyclone) to start combos.
4Sealingstone
It’s not uncommon for MMOs likeBlack Desert Onlineto have deep lore such as its counterpart inWorld of Warcraft. And while the Horoscope system adds much-needed fluff for player characters, one may associate the concept with the likes of theElder Scrollseries. However, it’s equally as surprising for its version of a Horoscope system to include aSealingstonecategory. Implied to be associated with powerful artifacts that seal dangerous magic, this Horoscope is associated with keywords like Careful, Ephemeral, Quaint, and Secretive.
In turn, such a category is perfectly reserved for magic users - which in itself is comprised of a healthy roster of Classes in the greaterBlack Desert Onlinemeta. Players who have spellcasters may consider assigning the Sealingstone to them, including Classes such as the Mystic, Sage, Sorceress, and even the Wizard and the Witch.
The Sealingstone: Try The Dark Knight
Hailing from a line of protectors tasked by their goddess to save both Kamasylvia and the world, the one who would become theDark Knightwas first a young girl shaken by a nightmare of the world burning. And when all hope seemed lost, the young girl dared to break tradition and do the unexpected - take in the power of the black spirit that once corrupted their brethren the Ahib.
With the others succumbing to the black spirit’s grasp, the Dark Knight managed to fend off hers through some sort of secret art. IntheBlack Desert Onlinemeta, the Dark Knight wields both the power of darkness and an assortment of swords to get the upper hand against opponents. And for players looking for a roleplaying experience, the Dark Knight is suitable for the Sealingstone constellation - sharing traits that represent secrecy, quaintness, and ephemerality.
Sealingstone, Dark Knight: Try The Close-Up Burst
Ever the edgy class, the Dark Knight is comparable to other high-DPS specialists like the Sorcerer for their fast-paced kit. To accommodate the Sealingstone theme, players may want to considerthe Close-Up Burst build, especially for targeted bursts. Ideal skills include an air-juggling AOE (Seed of Catastrophe), a cancellable ranged attack (Shadow Strike), a charged slash with Super Armor (Obsidian Blaze), and an up-then-downward slice (Balanced Strike).
3Shield
Players with a straightforward playstyle in MMOsreserved for tanks might appreciate how blunt theShieldcould get. Characterized as being grounded and sturdy as its real-life counterpart, the Shield is as “melee” among all the Horoscopes in the game. Players who don’t want to think too hard about their Horoscope choice but want to make it impactful could greatly benefit from the Shield Horoscope due to its simplicity.
Moreover, the Shield Horoscope does make it much easier for players to associate their characters with hard-hitting combat styles, such asPVE inBlack Desert Onlinedungeons. In turn, the Shield is fit for Classes such as the Warrior, Berserker, Dark Knight, and the Guardian.
The Shield: Try The Warrior
Of all theClasses inBlack Desert Onlinegameplay, theWarrioris perhaps the most straightforward given his nature as a release day character. Adept with both the sword and shield and the greatsword, the Warrior’s skill in weaponry stems from his nature as a member of the Goyen Mercenaries. When their gallant leader Goyen died defending his company after they were sent by Dandelion on a suicide mission, the company swore vengeance against the nation.
And when Dandelion eventually fell in future conflicts, the Goyen Mercenaries - and in turn, the Warrior - swore to find Goyen’s legendary steel sword lost in their leader’s dying battle. It’s the Warrior’s discipline and steadfast mission to protect his comrades that make him ideal for the Shield constellation, characterized by rationality, discipline, and deliberation.
Shield, Warrior: Try The Slow But Steady
Like how a Shield is standard-fare for the knight, the Warrior as one of the game’s starting classes remain a staple in mostBlack Desert Onlineplays. Their straightforward tanking-damage spec might seem mid in the early game, butbuilds like the Slow But Steadydemonstrate a Warrior’s potential to ensure a player’s survival in most situations. Ideal skills include a charge-burst Solar Flare, an immobilizing gap-closer thrust (Frenized Spear), a pulling knockdown (Seismic Strike), and a flying knockback (Shield Tide).
