The FFXI Templar is one of the two advanced classes that Warriors can choose from at Level 10. They are generally considered the Tanks of the game, but they arent merely restricted to being a meat shield. This class can DPS as well as take damage, and their tanking strategy doesnt mean merely standing around taking damage. While combat in the air can be more difficult, especially for a melee class like the Templar, this class can handle itself fairly well while in flight. Their heavy armor and very high defense helps them stay alive and take large amounts of damage while heading for their FFXI Gil. When DPSing, their DPS is slower and lower than their warrior counterpart the Gladiator, but they can still bring utility and other benefits to a party even though their base DPS isnt as high as some of the other classes in FFXI. All in all, the Templar is an interesting new interpretation on the plate wearing tank class, giving them much more flexibility than other Warrior classes have traditionally had. With the ability to tank, heal, or cause damage, they will always have a use or a spot in a group. This also gives them the ability to save a group if any essential member dies. They can take the spot of another Templar, or even the Cleric to save the day for the rest of the party.