Sword Art Online: MD - Best 6* Burst Damagers Tier List (Rank SS+) Fire Element


This tier list will show you how good your Fire 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 (Fire 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)
Sword Art Online: MD - Best 6* Burst Damagers and Overall Tier List

SAO MD RANK SSS Burst DamagersSAO MD RANK SS+ Burst DamagersSAO MD RANK SS Burst Damagers
Neutral ElementFire ElementWind ElementEarth ElementWater ElementHoly ElementDark Element
(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
Leafa [Long-Haired Songstress] Leafa
[Long-Haired Songstress]
Fire
Rod
14+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.6+)

SSS

SS+

SS+

S
*LS:+15% Atk
(30+ Combos)
*Nuker & CG
*Stunner
*Healer

Combo Window: Passive Wide AoE Range
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill

[MP:100],  [SS1 Team Heal],  [Likely to Stun],  [Frame Lock],  [Midair Attack],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Asuna/Rain] - Increases damage attained by 10%. Assist: ATK+ Buff. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link
Yuna [Singing Voice in the Battle] Yuna
[Singing Voice in the Battle]
Fire
Sword
13 Hits
1.4sec
(9.3)

SSS

SS+

SS+

S
*LS:+10% Atk
(Fire Element)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Atk+ Buffer

Combo Window: Passive Wide AoE Range
SS3 Notes

[MP:100],  [Atk+ Team Buff],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],   [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage by 10%.


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
Asuna [Flame Blade Wielding Demon] Asuna
[Flame Blade Wielding Demon]
Fire
Sword
29~15+
Hits
2.1sec
(13.8~7.1)

SSS

SS+

SS+

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(30+ Combos)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill

[MP:100],  [Atk+ Team Buff],  [Frame Lock],  [Midair Attack],  [Ends behind target],  [Skill: Tracking Circular up to 14 Hits],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link
Makoto [Divine Flash] Makoto
[Divine Flash]
Fire
Rapier
15+ Hits
2.0sec
(7.5+)

SSS

SS+

SS+

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(30+ Combos)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill

[MP:100],  [Teleports behind target],  [Midair Attack],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link
Yuuki [Red-Winged Goddess] Yuuki
[Red-Winged Goddess]
Fire
Lance
15+ Hits
2.0sec
(7.5+)

SSS

SS+

SS+

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(30+ Combos)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill

[MP:100],  [Teleports behind target],  [Midair Attack],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link
Panther [Cat's Fierce Gaze] Panther
[Cat's Fierce Gaze]
Fire
Dagger
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

SS+

SS+

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(30+ Combos)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Mitigator

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill

[MP:100],  [Self Heal],  [All-Out-Attack!],  [Frame Lock],  [Temporary Damage Reduction],  [Ends behind target],   [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Any] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link
Tiese [Rosy Cheeks] Tiese
[Rosy Cheeks]
Fire
Dagger
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

SS+

SS

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(30+ Combos)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen

Combo Window: Passive Limited AoE Range
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill

[MP:100],  [Self Heal],  [Barrier negates 1 strike],  [Frame Lock],  [Midair Attack],  [Ends behind target],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link
Alice [A Steamy View] Alice
[A Steamy View]
Fire
Dual
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

SS+

SS

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(30+ Combos)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill

[MP:100],  [Self Heal],  [Barrier negates 1 strike],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link
Rain [Dual Wielding Swordsman] Rain
[Dual Wielding Swordsman]
Fire
Dual
14 Hits
1.1sec*
(12.7)

SSS

SS+

SS+

A
*LS:+10% Atk
(30+ Combos)
*Nuker&CG
*Crit DMG+ Buffer

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes

[MP:100],  [Auto-Heal],  [Crit DMG+ Team Buff],  [Frame Lock],  [Midair Attack],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage by 10%.
Asuna [Faith in Heart] Asuna
[Faith in Heart]
Fire
Rapier
14 Hits
1.2sec
(11.7)

SSS

SS+

SS+

A
*LS:+10% Atk
(Fire Element)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Atk+ Buffer

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes

[MP:100],  [Atk+ Team Buff],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],   [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage by 10%.
Ronie [Woof Woof Swordsman] Ronie
[Woof Woof Swordsman]
Fire
Dual
12 Hits
1.1sec*
(10.9)

SS+

SS

SS

AA
*LS:+6% Atk
*Nuker
*Combo Gen

Combo Window: Passive Decent In-line AoE
SS3 Notes

[MP:100],  [Auto Heal],  [Auto-aim Caster],  [Barrier negates 1 strike],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage by 5% vs Wind Element.
Asuna [Milky Angel] Asuna
[Milky Angel]
Fire
Dagger
12 Hits
1.2sec
(10.0)

SSS

SS+

SS+

A
*LS:+10% Atk
(30+ Combos)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes

[MP:100],  [Midair Attack],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],  [Skill: Charging Skill],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage by 10%.
Asuna [Unrestrained Emotion] Asuna
[Unrestrained Emotion]
Fire
Rapier
9 Hits
0.9sec*
(10.0)

SSS

SS+

SS+

AA
*LS:+10% Atk
(Fire Element)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Attack+ Zone
Upgrade Character to 5* or 6* Combo Window: Passive Decent In-line AoE
SS3 Notes

[MP:100],  [Attack+ Zone],  [Auto Heal], [Teleports behind target at mid-ranged position],   [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Leafa] - Increases damage by 10%.
Kirito [AR Sword Master] Kirito
[AR Sword Master]
Fire
Sword
13 Hits
1.3sec
(10.0)

SSS

SS+

SS+

A
*LS:+10% Atk
(Fire Element)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Atk+ Buffer

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes

[MP:100],  [Atk+ Team Buff],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],   [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage by 10%.
Yuuki [Baleful Karasu Tengu] Yuuki
[Baleful Karasu Tengu]
Fire
Sword
13 Hits
1.5sec
(8.7)

SSS

SS+

SS+

B
*LS:+10% Atk
(Fire Element)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Debuffer

Combo Window: Passive Single Target
SS3 Notes

[MP:100],  [Def Down Debuff],  [Auto-Aim Caster],  [Midair Attack],  [Frame Lock],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage by 10%.
Silica [Find the Prince]
Silica
[Find the Prince]
Fire
Sword
12 Hits
1.4sec
(8.6)

SSS

SS+

SS

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(Fire Element; 30+ Combos)
*Nuker&CG
*Crit+ Buffer

Combo Window: Passive Limited AoE Range
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Crit+ Team Buff],  [Instant SS3 upon Switch],  [Frame Lock],  [Teleports behind target], [Ends behind target],  [Skill: Charge Skill],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner[Fire Element] - Increases damage by 10%.
Yuuki [The Coveted Life]
Yuuki
[The Coveted Life]
Fire
Lance
10 Hits
1.2sec
(8.3)

SSS

SS+

SS

A
*Leader Skill:
+6% Attack
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
Combo Window: Passive Single Target
SS3 Notes

[MP:120],  [Instant SS3 upon switch],  [Teleports behind target],  [100% Frame Lock],   [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner[Asuna] - Increases damage by 10%.
Rain [Fluttering Petals] Rain
[Fluttering Petals]
Fire
Dual
8 Hits
1.0sec*
(8.0)

SSS

SS+

SS+

A
*LS:+10% Atk
(Fire Element)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Attack+ Zone
Upgrade Character to 5* or 6* Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes

[MP:100],  [Attack+ Zone],  [Auto Heal],  [Midair Attack],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Lisbeth] - Increases damage by 10%.
Argo [Shokan Ninjutsu] Argo
[Shokan Ninjutsu]
Fire
Lance
12 Hits
1.6sec
(7.5)

SS+

SS

S+

A
*Leader Skill:
+6% Attack
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Debuffer
Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes

[MP:120],  [Def Down Debuff], [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position]   [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage by 5% vs Wind Element.

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
Alice [Fiery Arrow Cadaver] Alice
[Fiery Arrow Cadaver]
Fire
Bow
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

SS+

SS+

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(30+ Combos)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill

[MP:100],  [Instant SS3 upon Switch],  [Atk+ Team Buff],  [Frame Lock],  [Midair Attack],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link
Ronie [Flushed Skin] Ronie
[Flushed Skin]
Fire
Bow
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

SS+

SS

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(30+ Combos)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen

Combo Window: Passive Limited AoE Range
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill

[MP:100],  [Self Heal],  [Barrier negates 1 strike],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link
Sinon [Hidden Passion]
Sinon
[Hidden Passion]
Fire
Gun
14 Hits
1.4sec
(10.0)

SSS

SS+

SS+

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(Fire Element; 30+ Combos)
*Nuker&CG
*Crit+ Buffer

Combo Window: Passive Limited AoE Range
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Crit+ Team Buff],  [Instant SS3 upon Switch],  [Frame Lock],  [Midair Attack],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],  [Skill: Charge Skill],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner[Fire Element] - Increases damage by 10%.
Asuna [Youthful Days]
Asuna
[Youthful Days]
Fire
Bow
10 Hits
1.0sec
(10.0)

SSS

SS+

SS

AA
*Leader Skill:
+6% Attack
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
Upgrade Character to 5* or 6* Combo Window: Passive Decent AoE Range
SS3 Notes [MP:120],  [Instant SS3 upon switch],  [Auto-aim Caster],  [100% Frame Lock],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner[Yuuki] - Increases damage by 10%.
Lisbeth [Fiery Ogre Girl] Lisbeth
[Fiery Ogre Girl]
Fire
Mace
13 Hits
1.5sec
(8.7)

SSS

SS+

SS

A
*LS:+10% Atk
(Fire Element)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Debuffer

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes

[MP:100],  [Def Down Debuff],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage by 10%.
Sinon [Red Flash Divine Archer] Sinon
[Red Flash Divine Archer]
Fire
Bow
12 Hits
1.4sec
(8.6)

SSS

SS+

SS

AA
*LS:+10% Atk
(Fire Element)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Debuffer

Combo Window: Passive Decent In-line AoE
SS3 Notes

[MP:100],  [Def Down Debuff],  [Midair Attack],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],   [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Fire Element] - Increases damage by 10%.

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.

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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