Most Templars set their macros wrong and lose fights they should win. This guide breaks down the exact macro setup, skill layout, and hotkeys I use to top the DPS charts in AION 2 — for both PvP and PvE.

⚡ Interactive Build

The build at a glance. For the full skill tree and to copy it into your own account, open it in Questlog.

Numbers here are placeholders for the interactive viewer — swap in your real build values in builds/data/templar-macro.json and the layout updates automatically. The Questlog link always has the live, complete build.

🧬 Full Character Builder

The complete, interactive Templar build on Questlog. It loads below if the site allows embedding — if not, open it in a new tab.

🎬 Chapters

Jump to any section of the video:

  • 00:00 — Intro
  • 01:01 — PVX Macro Showcase
  • 04:21 — Macro vs Non-Macro
  • 06:54 — Damage Comparison (PVX / PvP)
  • 09:26 — PvE Macro + Skill Set
  • 12:46 — Manual Animation Cancel
  • 13:35 — 5.5 Million DPS in 1 Rotation
  • 14:21 — No-Macro DPS Showcase
  • 16:30 — Macro Setup Tutorial
  • 20:15 — Animation Canceling
  • 21:56 — Macro Hotkeys In-Game
  • 23:01 — Outro + Animation Canceling Tips

🧩 What You'll Learn

Master your Templar macros with this step-by-step setup. Learn how to optimize your skill rotation and hotkeys for better combat efficiency. This walkthrough covers the in-game menus, skill selection, and the practical application of macro hotkeys during active gameplay.

Why macros matter for Templar

  • Tighter skill chaining = fewer dropped inputs mid-fight
  • Consistent animation-canceling for higher sustained DPS
  • One-press burst combos free your focus for positioning
💡 Pair the macro setup with manual animation-canceling (chapter 12:46). Macros get you consistent; manual AC gets you the ceiling — that 5.5M DPS rotation.

🔗 Resources