This tier list will show you how good your Dark Element 6 star characters are when it comes to burst damages and ranking events. Refer here if you are looking for specific or elemental characters that you can use for your team.
For best results, use vs their counter element and with teams. For beginners with limited number of characters, aim for a high ranked Dagger, Lance, Rapier, Dual, or Sword wielder that can also generate combos.
Rank [SS+] 6* Burst DPS Damagers for Ranking Events (Dark Element)
Other Useful Lists:- Character List (Element, Stats and Info)
- 6* Burst DPS Tier List (Ranking Events)
- 6* Characters Tier List (Overall)
- 5* Burst DPS Tier List (Ranking Events)
- 5* Characters Tier List (Overall)
- 4* Burst DPS Tier List (Ranking Events)
- 4* Characters Tier List (Overall)
(This Ranking Page (Burst DPS Rank SS+) is divided based on Element)
Wide AoE Nukers and/or Combo Generators
- Note: Units with high Hits/Sec on their SS3s are great combo builders vs mobs. The effectiveness of mob clearing units depends on how the mobs are spaced out.| Image | Character Name | Elem. Wep. | Combo Gen | DPS Ratings vs Elements | Mob Clear | Roles (Best As) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Hits/Sec) | Strong | Others | Weak | |||||
![Asuna [Heir of Rosario]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bgBlLn2a9Hk/Xzqxdd9wZ2I/AAAAAAAAdAs/Zzkmy2KmsFYwtmtm3JSrWELAWJQvw9TzwCPcBGAsYHg/d/Asuna%2B-%2BRosario%2Bof%2BAwakening.webp "Asuna [Heir of Rosario]") | Asuna [Heir of Rosario] | Dark Rapier | 15+ Hits 2.1sec (7.1+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | S | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen *Healer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Wide In-line AoE | |||||||
SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Team Heal], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Yuuki/Dark Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. Assist: ATK+ Buff. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link | |||||||
![Administrator [High Pontifex]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ts45V0AthUs/Xxp4NGyUoLI/AAAAAAAAcgU/HOdeIjY0vkMMlwZSyV5eDpnl1bbbOSgFwCPcBGAsYHg/s1600/Administrator%2B-%2BRulers.webp "Administrator [High Pontifex]") | Administrator [High Pontifex] | Dark Rapier | 14+ Hits 2.0sec (7.0+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | S | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen *Atk+ Buffer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Wide In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Instant SS3 upon Switch], [Atk+ Team Buff], [Barrier negates 2 strikes], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [UW Characters] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link | |||||||
 | Yuna [Shifting Idol Singer] | Dark Rapier | 14 Hits 1.1sec (12.7) | SSS | SS+ | -- | S | *LS:+10% Atk (Dark Element) *Nuker *Mob Clearer *Combo Gen |
 | Combo Window: Passive | Wide AoE Range | ||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:120], [Auto-aim Caster], [Midair Attack], [100% Frame Lock], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Swords] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Assist] MP+ Buff | |||||||
Nukers and Combo Generators
- Units with high Hits/Sec on their SS3s. Can be used anytime during battle, but more effective if used from the start to generate fast combos (against single targets like bosses).| Image | Character Name | Elem. Wep. | Combo Gen | DPS Ratings vs Elements | Mob Clear | Roles (Best As) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Hits/Sec) | Strong | Others | Weak | |||||
![Ronie [Mentee in Love]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dFHMHV679mM/XgC0-gtwSfI/AAAAAAAAY-0/9BUxi0N_MAo1O2nfgmH0FeaRC3BhDubswCKgBGAsYHg/s1600/Ronie%2B-%2BGossip%2Bon%2Bthe%2BBattlefield.webp "Ronie [Mentee in Love]") | Ronie [Mentee in Love] | Dark Sword | 16+ Hits 2.0sec (8.0+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Auto Heal], [Instant SS3 upon Switch], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Swords] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link | |||||||
![Sheyta [Silent Integrity Knight]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BkgI1sCbVLI/XrVzgQ_WZgI/AAAAAAAAbE4/uyu7OWMdIrwl0dBPG72dyHBkjXidrFhLgCPcBGAsYHg/s1600/Sheyta%2B-%2BBlack%2BLily%2Bon%2Bthe%2BBattlefield.webp "Sheyta [Silent Integrity Knight]") | Sheyta [Silent Integrity Knight] | Dark Rapier | 16+ Hits 2.1sec (7.6+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen *Mitigator |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Self Heal], [Frame Lock], [Temporary Damage Reduction], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [UW Characters] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link | |||||||
![Kirito [A Day to Honor]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ui1kz16Cy4E/XZOrUI7sirI/AAAAAAAAYnA/Q4XNd-N_Rbw4FvrdWeC19oAeUnWzHTjbACKgBGAsYHg/s1600/Kirito%2B-%2BCathedral%2Bof%2BNostalgia.webp "Kirito [A Day to Honor]") | Kirito [A Day to Honor] | Dark Dual | 16+ Hits 2.1sec (7.6+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen *Debuffer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Self Heal], [Def Down Debuff], [Frame Lock], [Midair Attack], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Eugeo] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link | |||||||
![Kirito [To the World's Core]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JrWslJGQDR4/XX-gkPj9bQI/AAAAAAAAYgg/l2dTmm4GI-Eqj1kHC8OKVr5kWIgdGHxnwCKgBGAsYHg/s1600/Kirito%2B-%2BRelive%2Bthe%2BMemory%2B3rd.webp "Kirito [To the World's Core]") | Kirito [To the World's Core] | Dark Dual | 16+ Hits 2.1sec (7.6+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | B | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Single Target | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Leafa] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link | |||||||
![Kirito [VR World Fool]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vwIRRDcElFE/XlptxDLtxQI/AAAAAAAAZ6U/xrf0aygfqVsElLE3PdH3LQ6M3UHVP1vtACKgBGAsYHg/s1600/Kirito%2B-%2BVR%2BWorld%2BTrickster.webp "Kirito [VR World Fool]") | Kirito [VR World Fool] | Dark Dual | 16+ Hits 2.1sec (7.6+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Atk+ Team Buff], [All-Out-Attack!], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [P5R Characters/Asuna] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link | |||||||
![Ronie [Plenty of Fortune]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fTjKbdzCyAE/Xglo8bOJIZI/AAAAAAAAY_g/jWoDQVi_iMsd2w6OEvnunfIdqRduJPjpQCKgBGAsYHg/s1600/Ronie%2B-%2BNew%2BYear%2527s%2BFeast.webp "Ronie [Plenty of Fortune]") | Ronie [Plenty of Fortune] | Dark Rapier | 15+ Hits 2.1sec (7.1+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen *Atk+ Buffer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited AoE Range | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Atk+ Team Buff], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Asuna] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link | |||||||
![Yuuki [Always By Your Side]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3RfgrDM43j4/XzqzZPFby1I/AAAAAAAAdA0/llG15dCgj2c3YBpExmUyxcvFpMVVIn8WQCPcBGAsYHg/d/Yuuki%2B-%2BRosario%2Bof%2BAwakening.webp "Yuuki [Always By Your Side]") | Yuuki [Always By Your Side] | Dark Sword | 15+ Hits 2.1sec (7.1+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen *Healer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited AoE Range | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Team Heal], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Asuna/Dark Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. Assist: ATK+ Buff. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link | |||||||
![Yuuki [Together For Eternity]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-md_sa9K4ASg/XW4x1bN0vOI/AAAAAAAAYUk/cKy-eVoaDvcQIGkv1aWylTHPOni6tXHQQCKgBGAs/s1600/Yuuki%2B-%2BRelive%2Bthe%2BMemory%2B1st.webp "Yuuki [Together For Eternity]") | Yuuki [Together For Eternity] | Dark Sword | 14+ Hits 2.0sec (7.0+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Frame Lock], [Midair Attack], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Asuna] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link | |||||||
![Tiese [Rejoice the New Year]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qZi8hVETQMQ/XhSfBRjaIoI/AAAAAAAAZBU/hpSGgEHG7qs5QK-Fzmg5zd4SOnZiptjogCKgBGAsYHg/s1600/Tiese%2B-%2BNew%2BYear%2527s%2BFeast%2B_First%2BDream_.webp "Tiese [Rejoice the New Year]") | Tiese [Rejoice the New Year] | Dark Rapier | 14+ Hits 2.1sec (6.7+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker & CG *Crit DMG+ Buffer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Crit DMG+ Team Buff], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: CRIT Link | |||||||
![Yuuki [Spearhead from the Abyss]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XA8vDd55yKY/Xr5JRRY9EHI/AAAAAAAAbUE/WxYc1HMJM0EQhQHgakKjFPBkGCuuReCRACPcBGAsYHg/s1600/Yuuki%2B-%2BYokai%2BParade.webp "Yuuki [Spearhead from the Abyss]") | Yuuki [Spearhead from the Abyss] | Dark Lance | 14+ Hits 2.1sec (6.7+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker & CG |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited AoE Range | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Frame Lock], [Midair Attack], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. Assist: MP+ Buff. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link | |||||||
![Eugeo [Wish for Happiness]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-w_ZH7ttDIyw/XhSeNQCQgiI/AAAAAAAAZBM/ijrMejRBd0Myg2akr2adk3YkIT5wdAyLgCKgBGAsYHg/s1600/Eugeo%2B-%2BNew%2BYear%2527s%2BFeast%2B_First%2BDream_.webp "Eugeo [Wish for Happiness]") | Eugeo [Wish for Happiness] | Dark Sword | 14+ Hits 2.1sec (6.7+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker & CG *Crit DMG+ Buffer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited AoE Range | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Crit DMG+ Team Buff], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: CRIT Link | |||||||
![Kirito [Unyielding Spirit]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0lNd0cxMrr8/XtpApx_1JKI/AAAAAAAAbuE/hrX-XNjLMGE78eXcS4DLU_eDGIeRYI9GQCPcBGAsYHg/s1600/Kirito%2B-%2BUnwavering%2BWill.webp "Kirito [Unyielding Spirit]") | Kirito [Unyielding Spirit] | Dark Sword | 14+ Hits 2.1sec (6.7+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Instant SS3 upon Switch], [Barrier negates 2 strikes], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Eugeo/Dark Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link | |||||||
![Kirito [Unyielding Warrior]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NTx3V41pHl4/Xi3d_pSfQXI/AAAAAAAAZDI/9yxMPTjzNm8poCc2BXVQN6_h-qqw0AiuQCKgBGAsYHg/s1600/Kirito%2B-%2BUnyielding%2BWarrior.webp "Kirito [Unyielding Warrior]") | Kirito [Unyielding Warrior] | Dark Shield blade | 14+ Hits 2.1sec (6.7+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Self Heal], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link | |||||||
![Kirito [Heart of the Sword]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kBNmJd1QdLA/XW4cXidT3cI/AAAAAAAAYUU/DRAKGPBUnYIvS_QUpwgmbl4G-DFTg6L1ACKgBGAs/s1600/Kirito%2B-%2BRelive%2Bthe%2BMemory%2B1st.webp "Kirito [Heart of the Sword]") | Kirito [Heart of the Sword] | Dark Sword | 13+ Hits 2.0sec (6.5+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Eugeo] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link | |||||||
![Kirito [Gilded Hero]](https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2Ym4ng_g7oU/XKg7ZA1bwsI/AAAAAAAAWYs/BpXRz2hbiaUkGYu5HeIi5Q7Mc9WOUA0DQCKgBGAs/s1600/Kirito%2B-%2BReunion%2Bat%2Bthe%2BWorld%2BTree.png "Kirito [Gilded Hero]") | Kirito [Gilded Hero] | Dark Dual | 15 Hits 1.2sec* (12.5) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+10% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited AoE Range | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Self Heal], [Barrier negates 2 strikes], [Midair Attack], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 10%. | |||||||
![Yuuki [Mischievous Eternal Summer Warrior]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fQvHvZ3Z7t8/XVYPPau5BiI/AAAAAAAAYGE/zQTOcOJdcB4kKJHX1Plpdm8L4NYkP_fqACKgBGAs/s1600/Yuuki%2B-%2BMidgard%2BMidsummer.webp "Yuuki [Mischievous Eternal Summer Warrior]") | Yuuki [Mischievous Eternal Summer Warrior] | Dark Dual | 14 Hits 1.2sec* (11.7) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (Dark Element; 30+ Combos) *Nuker&CG *Crit+ Buffer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Instant SS3 upon switch], [Crit+ Team Buff], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Skill: Charge Skill], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 10%. | |||||||
![Asuna [Leading Swordsman]](https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-G9qIAsoOwDM/XIoOSWscYHI/AAAAAAAAWP8/970bswruxWc20bpCuNNao57PXWLwzAzygCKgBGAs/s1600/Asuna%2B-%2BSwordsman%2Bin%2BSchool.png "Asuna [Leading Swordsman]") | Asuna [Leading Swordsman] | Dark Rapier | 14 Hits 1.2sec (11.7) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+10% Atk (Dark Element) *Nuker *Combo Gen *Debuffer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Self Heal], [Barrier negates 1 strike], [Def Down Debuff], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 10%. | |||||||
![Asuna [Robust Faith]](https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VVDC2VPkGv8/Wp07tnxlBHI/AAAAAAAASNQ/Bd8xHTdPYOML-Vx6BhxyZWdreLVhotxPwCKgBGAs/s1600/Asuna%2B-%2BDark%2BOS.jpg "Asuna [Robust Faith]") | Asuna [Robust Faith] | Dark Rapier | 11 Hits 1.0sec (11.0) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *Leader Skill: (Dark Element) +10% Attack *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Single Target | ||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:120], [Teleports to nearby target], [Midair Attack], [100% Frame Lock], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Swords] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Assist] MP+ Buff | |||||||
![Administrator [Conquer of Love]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wIan4RHDPR8/XUopYNw9JOI/AAAAAAAAX3s/M_q-K3lC-AQ9Gmv_4IY-3nGOPCJHkTcLwCKgBGAs/s1600/Admin%2B-%2BDuo%2Bof%2BDestiny.webp "Administrator [Conquer of Love]") | Administrator [Conquer of Love] | Dark Rapier | 13 Hits 1.3sec (10.0) | SSS | SS+ | -- | AA | *LS:+15% Atk (Dark Element; 30+ Combos) *Nuker&CG *Atk+ Buffer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Decent In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Self Heal], [Atk+ Team Buff], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 10%. | |||||||
![Ronie [Kind Apprentice Swordsman]](https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EFi6qlhLV7s/XAkTdhdmDfI/AAAAAAAAVAI/THTBtCSE1yQNQWkbXcqIfbWqN3pNTRaeACKgBGAs/s1600/Ronie%2B-%2BPure%2BHearted.png "Ronie [Kind Apprentice Swordsman]") | Ronie [Kind Apprentice Swordsman] | Dark Sword | 15 Hits 1.5sec (10.0) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+10% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen *Mitigator |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Temporary Damage Reduction], [Self Heal], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 10%. | |||||||
 | Silica [Halloween Magic] | Dark Dagger | 13 Hits 1.4sec (9.3) | SS+ | SS | -- | B | *Leader Skill: +6% Attack *Nuker *Combo Gen *Crit+ Buffer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Single Target | ||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:120], [Auto-aim Caster], [Crit+ Team Buff], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 5% vs Holy Element. | |||||||
![Asuna [Moonlit Lark]](https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3WFMkFM6d50/W7Cq28fTtkI/AAAAAAAAUs8/NXJ_UUqi_wkCzQ0ZxNa0lOI-T48Jx_9FwCKgBGAs/s1600/Asuna%2B-%2BBeauty%2BNightmare.png "Asuna [Moonlit Lark]") | Asuna [Moonlit Lark] | Dark Lance | 14 Hits 1.5sec (9.3) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+10% Atk (Dark Element) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited AoE Range | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Auto-aim Caster], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 10%; [Assist]: Crit Dmg+ Buff | |||||||
![Kirito [Trust in Each Other]](https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b41CtJcA58w/XC4VP1848sI/AAAAAAAAVOY/-OpNZ07HmJ8yvqvZ0maMsA56caWHmOdIwCKgBGAs/s1600/Kirito%2B-%2BTwist%2Bof%2BFate.png "Kirito [Trust in Each Other]") | Kirito [Trust in Each Other] | Dark Sword | 14 Hits 1.5sec (9.3) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+10% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Ends behind target], [Frame Lock], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 10%; [Assist]: Atk+ Buff | |||||||
![Yuuki [Instant Attack]](https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-wKqsIhtp3vY/XIoOp4TTQtI/AAAAAAAAWQE/NFYrjIODerQnhvQQofowXoVip2WPrSnvQCKgBGAs/s1600/Yuuki%2B-%2BSwordsman%2Bin%2BSchool.png "Yuuki [Instant Attack]") | Yuuki [Instant Attack] | Dark Sword | 13 Hits 1.4sec (9.3) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+10% Atk (Dark Element) *Nuker *Combo Gen *Debuffer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Decent In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Self Heal], [Barrier negates 1 strike], [Def Down Debuff], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 10%. | |||||||
![Alice [Beautiful Monster]](https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Qa1ybhCPhfE/W7Cr_9JT7iI/AAAAAAAAUtE/q_LVFyTYntociW0TTxz0SlpY2eK3upUZwCKgBGAs/s1600/Alice%2B-%2BBeauty%2BNightmare.png "Alice [Beautiful Monster]") | Alice [Beautiful Monster] | Dark Rapier | 11 Hits 1.2sec (9.2) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+10% Atk (Dark Element) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Midair Attack], [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 10%; [Assist]: Crit Dmg+ Buff | |||||||
![Eiji [Ordinal Number 2nd]](https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2CdDVNdnnrA/Wp1IJanW8uI/AAAAAAAASN8/mXReG0Sy50Mw8YB2_fD65B59sZJItwJmgCKgBGAs/s1600/Eiji%2B-%2BDark%2BOS.jpg "Eiji [Ordinal Number 2nd]") | Eiji [Ordinal Number 2nd] | Dark Sword | 9 Hits 1.0sec (9.0) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *Leader Skill: (Dark Element) +10% Attack *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | ||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:120], [Ends behind target], [100% Frame Lock], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Rapier] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Assist] MP+ Buff | |||||||
![Makoto [Another Justice]](https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-71SL-Ug6Hqk/W5Y0Ek_d0iI/AAAAAAAAUlM/JolCts3M2aIFgNjV1Y1cHAIlZtWaWap1QCKgBGAs/s1600/Makoto%2B-%2BAnother%2BJustice.png "Makoto [Another Justice]") | Makoto [Another Justice] | Dark Sword | 13 Hits 1.5sec (8.7) | SS+ | SS | -- | AA | *Leader Skill: +6% Attack *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Decent In-line AoE | ||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:120], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - SS3s must be used in range to sink all hits, avoid directly top and bottom of target. - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 5% vs Holy Element. | |||||||
![Kirito [Strong Faith]](https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cIESXYtufww/Wp1HdrQJjFI/AAAAAAAASN0/Olg4GB-ZdxUlk-VvWAlL5Ijkud3qF4oCACKgBGAs/s1600/Kirito%2B-%2BDark%2BOS.jpg "Kirito [Strong Faith]") | Kirito [Strong Faith] | Dark Sword | 9 Hits 1.2sec (7.5) | SSS | SS+ | -- | B | *Leader Skill: (Dark Element) +10% Attack *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Single Target | ||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:120], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Rapier] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Assist] MP+ Buff | |||||||
 | Yuuki [Zekken With Feelings] | Dark Sword | 11 Hits 1.5sec (7.3) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+10% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 10%. | |||||||
Support Nukers
- Characters with average or low Hits/Sec on their SS3s, or using long ranged or slow speed weapons. Still strong characters especially against their counter elements, best played with combo generators to deal stronger nukes at higher combo counts.| Image | Character Name | Elem. Wep. | Combo Gen | DPS Ratings vs Elements | Mob Clear | Roles (Best As) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Hits/Sec) | Strong | Others | Weak | |||||
![Suguha [Swift Fox Flame]](https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GUjudETdFVw/Xr5H3nn32AI/AAAAAAAAbT8/uKl13khZSfQEPPt-L8Fr--qvZAbCd0nnQCPcBGAsYHg/s1600/Suguha%2B-%2BYokai%2BParade.webp "Suguha [Swift Fox Flame]") | Suguha [Swift Fox Flame] | Dark Bow | 14+ Hits 2.1sec (6.7+) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+15% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker & CG |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited AoE Range | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Frame Lock], [Midair Attack], [Ends behind target], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. Assist: MP+ Buff. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link | |||||||
![Sinon [Tsukuyomi]](https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jrKeZMkJMqY/XEA5Ut-AqVI/AAAAAAAAVVo/mcua6EQEm3M0OZmcTT2IrxqSWlU7o7gzACKgBGAs/s1600/Sinon%2B-%2BSankishin.PNG "Sinon [Tsukuyomi]") | Sinon [Tsukuyomi] | Dark Bow | 13 Hits 1.4sec (9.3) | SSS | SS+ | -- | B | *LS:+10% Atk (30+ Combos) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Single Target | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Self Heal], [Barrier negates 2 strikes], [Auto-aim caster], [Midair attack], [Frame Lock], [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. | |||||||
![Eugeo [Honest Gunner in the Wild]](https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-s5QkJbI8ztE/XNtPLvFBKDI/AAAAAAAAWfs/eI_cVEkZQ4E2MyrUFNffn4FKBJX8zIA3QCKgBGAs/s1600/Eugeo%2B-%2BThe%2BKnights%2BNew%2BBattleground.png "Eugeo [Honest Gunner in the Wild]") | Eugeo [Honest Gunner in the Wild] | Dark Rifle | 12 Hits 1.4sec (8.6) | SSS | SS+ | -- | A | *LS:+10% Atk (Dark Element) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position], [Skill: Charge Skill], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Assist] MP+ Buff | |||||||
![Alice [Noble Gunner in the Wild]](https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-y7E5AA4eWsE/XNtNjIiVN7I/AAAAAAAAWfg/D-Glw-LZ6hkg7Mr0flU7k5Ur3Ivq_4CkwCKgBGAs/s1600/Alice%2B-%2BThe%2BKnights%2BNew%2BBattleground.png "Alice [Noble Gunner in the Wild]") | Alice [Noble Gunner in the Wild] | Dark Rifle | 11 Hits 1.3sec (8.5) | SSS | SS+ | -- | AA | *LS:+10% Atk (Dark Element) *Nuker *Combo Gen |
| Combo Window: Passive | Decent In-line AoE | |||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:100], [Frame Lock], [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position], [Skill: Charge Skill], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Assist] MP+ Buff | |||||||
![Thokk [Navigation Pixie]](https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-no0p-QSMci0/W64-gdsBwZI/AAAAAAAAUsI/a-7dZax_W6Ixf-hWxMSqF8siDW1R6VFuACKgBGAs/s1600/Thokk%2B-%2BNavigation%2BPixie.png "Thokk [Navigation Pixie]") | Thokk [Navigation Pixie] | Dark Rod | 10 Hits 1.5sec (6.7) | SS+ | SS | -- | A | *Leader Skill: +6% Attack *Nuker *Combo Gen *Healer |
| Combo Window: Passive | Limited In-line AoE | ||||||
| SS3 Notes | - [MP:120], [SS1 Team Heal], [Targets: Ground Enemies] - Combo Partner: [Dark Element] - Increases damage by 5% vs Holy Element. | |||||||
Support Characters
- DO NOT limit your team by only using high DPS units, also consider using Support units like Debuffers.- Characters that focuses on inflicting status effects like Stuns are also effective as support/utility units, depending on your current character pool and/or battle situation.
Rankings Are Based On:
Lvl 80 Character Stats (Lvl 100 for Free Characters).- Note that Ranking Event limited characters will get higher stat bonuses than Gacha characters when limit breaking.
SS3 Attack Duration (Seconds):
- SS3 Attack Duration in seconds (6* characters above will adapt in-game time, not real time).
- #.#sec* = Average Time. Dual Wielders (and some units) will get Max/Min speed depending on combos (10~50) but will only consider their average speed and DPS.
- (Hits/Sec) determines how fast they can generate combos "per target".
Ranking Event - Burst DPS:
- Overall Damage Output/Sec (including buffs, defense debuffs, non-elemental damage multipliers, crit damage, and more). Tested on a null enemy (no elemental advantage) with same armor rating, without gears. Elemental damage multipliers will be calculated according to their overall DPS rating.
- Combo Generation and "how easy" SS3s can be spammed will affect DPS Ratings.
Ranking Event - Mob Clearing:
- Heavily based on their AoE Range (considering all skills) and Speed.
- We will not consider Mob Clearing as ranking basis for now because it would be unfair for other limited ranged units.
Support Units that can buff, debuff enemies, or heal your team won't affect their rankings for now, since these characters' effectiveness also depends on their teammates' strengths.
- Please note that these Tier Lists are for reference only, ranking basis is a work in progress and will never be final. It's not 100% accurate, but we'll do our best to polish the guides.
Other Helpful Notes
Character Rankings: Order List
- Ordered By: Category > Combo Generation (Hits/Sec) > Faster Weapon Type > Name- Characters under same rank are not always treated as on par, because they also have different roles, which will also require different playing styles.
Elemental Bonuses and Weaknesses
- Fire > Wind > Earth > Water > Fire (Holy < > Dark)
- Characters with an Element that is in a disadvantage (except Holy/Dark) can only deal 75% damage.
- Note that OS Characters and some selected characters have a Battle Skill or Skill Slot that increases their damages against Neutral element enemies.
Recommended Guides To Read
How To Obtain Specific 6* Characters?
- Mostly from Gacha Scout (check "characters and rates" option under the featured banners for more info on which characters are available).
- Medal Scout/Ticket Scout: Limited characters that can be obtained from Ranking Events (gets a different image thumbnail), upgrade to 6* if available.
- Limited Events: Free 6* or 5* (upgradeable) characters via limited events.
- For new characters or banners, please check the Changelog and Updates Section.
- Enjoy! ^^
Final Notes:
- The list above isn't absolute, if we missed some info regarding their SS3's performance like range or extra effects for example, please notify us below, thanks!- For new characters or banners, please check the Changelog and Updates Section.
- Enjoy! ^^
Related Sword Art Online: MD Tips & Guides:
- Sword Art Online: MD - Terminologies and Team Building Guide
- Sword Art Online: MD - How to Defeat Ranking Event Bosses (Master+1)
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