who is tankier, ranger or bard

[Ele]

Rangers can tank a group situation just fine. Bards can in a pinch, but are better suited for a support role.

Bards being plate class will mitigate more damage, but Ranger will avoid more damage based on their skill set.


Bards' Defensive Skill caps from Wiki:
Defense: 200 (252 @60)
Parry: 75 (75 @60)
Riposte: 75 (75 @60)

Rangers':
Defense: 200
Dodge: 137 (170 @60)
Parry: 185 (220 @60)
Riposte: 150 (150 @60)