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


This tier list will show you how good your Neutral 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 (Neutral 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
Fanatio [Vice Comdr. of the Int. Knights] Fanatio
[Vice Comdr. of the Int. Knights]
Neutral
Rapier
16 Hits
1.2sec
(13.3)

SSS

SS+

--

SS
*LS:+10% Atk
(Neutral Elem)
*Nuker&CG
*Mob Clearer
*Mitigator


Combo Window: Passive Massive In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Self Heal],  [Frame Lock],  [Temporary damage reduction],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Bercouli [Comdr. of the Integrity Knights] Bercouli
[Comdr. of the Integrity Knights]
Neutral
Sword
15 Hits
1.5sec
(10.0)

SS+

SS+

--

S
*LS:+10% Atk
(Neutral Elem)
*Nuker&CG
*Mob Clearer
*Mitigator


Combo Window: Passive Wide AoE Range
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Self Heal],  [Frame Lock],  [Temporary damage reduction],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained 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 [Eternal Bond]
Asuna
[Eternal Bond]
Neutral
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
SAO MD Crossing Skill
[MP:100],  [Frame Lock],  [Temporary Damage Reduction],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Kirito] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link
Kirito [My Life Is Yours] Kirito
[My Life Is Yours]
Neutral
Dual
16+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.6+)

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],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. Assist: Crit DMG+ Buff. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link
Fanatio [Feelings Under the Helmet] Fanatio
[Feelings Under the Helmet]
Neutral
Rapier
15+ Hits
2.0sec
(7.5+)

SSS

SS+

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Decent In-line AoE
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 Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link
Bercouli [Future-Slicing Knight] Bercouli
[Future-Slicing Knight]
Neutral
Sword
15+ Hits
2.0sec
(7.5+)

SSS

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],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link
Bercouli [Legendary Hero] Bercouli
[Legendary Hero]
Neutral
Sword
15+ Hits
2.0sec
(7.5+)

SSS

SS+

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill
[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
Asuna [All-Loving] Asuna
[All-Loving]
Neutral
Rapier
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

SS+

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Decent In-line AoE
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill
[MP:100],  [Self Heal],  [Temporary Damage Reduction],  [Frame Lock],  [Midair Attack],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Leafa/Sinon] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: CRIT Link
Asuna [I Will Protect You] Asuna
[I Will Protect You]
Neutral
Rapier
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

SS+

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Limited AoE Range
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill
[MP:100],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. Assist: Crit DMG+ Buff. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link
Asuna [VR World Empress] Asuna
[VR World Empress]
Neutral
Rapier
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

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],  [All-Out-Attack!],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [P5R Characters/Kirito] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link
Joker [Figureless Identity] Joker
[Figureless Identity]
Neutral
Sword
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

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
Kirito [Strength to Accept the Past] Kirito
[Strength to Accept the Past]
Neutral
Sword
14+ Hits
2.0sec
(7.0+)

SSS

SS+

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Decent In-line AoE
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill
[MP:100],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Sinon] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link
Asuna [Integrity Knight Lightning Flash] Asuna
[Integrity Knight Lightning Flash]
Neutral
Rapier
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
SAO MD Crossing Skill
[MP:100],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Yuuki] - Increases damage attained by 10%. Assist: ATK+ Buff. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link
Yuuki [Integrity Knight Zekken] Yuuki
[Integrity Knight Zekken]
Neutral
Dual
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
SAO MD Crossing Skill
[MP:100],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Asuna] - Increases damage attained by 10%. Assist: ATK+ Buff. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link
Kirito
[The Will - Transcending the System]
Neutral
Dual
16 Hits
1.2sec*
(13.3)

SSS

SS+

--

A
*Leader Skill:
+6% Attack
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
Upgrade Character to 5* or 6*

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [MP:120],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Asuna] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Silica [Ingenuous Guardian] Silica
[Ingenuous Guardian]
Neutral
Dagger
15 Hits
1.2sec
(12.5)

SSS

SS+

--

B
*Leader Skill:
+6% Attack
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
Upgrade Character to 5* or 6*

Combo Window: Passive Single Target
SS3 Notes [MP:120],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Lisbeth] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Asuna [Linked to the Future] Asuna
[Linked in the Future]
Neutral
Rapier
13 Hits
1.2sec
(10.8)

SSS

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],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Asuna [Lovely Eternal Summer Warrior] Asuna
[Lovely Eternal Summer Warrior]
Neutral
Rapier
14 Hits
1.3sec
(10.8)

SSS

SS+

--

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(Neutral Elem;
30+ Combos)
*Nuker&CG
*Atk+ Zone


Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Auto Heal],  [Attack+ Zone],  [Teleports to nearby target],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Kirito [My Hero] Kirito
[My Hero]
Neutral
Dual
14 Hits
1.3sec*
(10.8)

SSS

SS+

--

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(Neutral Elem;
30+ Combos)
*Nuker&CG
*Atk+ Buffer


Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Self Heal],  [Atk+ Team Buff],  [Frame Lock],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Kirito [Ultrafast Dualblades] Kirito
[Ultrafast Dualblades]
Neutral
Dual
12 Hits
1.2sec*
(10.0)

SSS

SS+

--

A
*LS:+10% 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: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Kirito [Knights of the Blood] Kirito
[Knights of the Blood]
Neutral
Shield
Blade
14 Hits
1.4sec
(10.0)

SSS

SS+

--

B
*Leader Skill:
+6% Attack
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
Upgrade Character to 5* or 6* Combo Window: Passive Single Target
SS3 Notes

[MP:120],  [Self Heal],  [Ends behind target],   [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage by 10%.
Yuna [Warmth of Your Hand] Yuna
[Warmth of Your Hand]
Neutral
Rapier
12 Hits
1.3sec
(9.2)

SSS

SS+

--

A
*Leader Skill:
+10% Attack
(Neutral Elem)
*Nuker & CG
*Healer


Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Self Heal],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Kirito [Black Suited Gunner] Kirito
[Black Suited Gunner]
Neutral
Sword
13 Hits
1.5sec
(8.7)

SS+

SS

--

A
*LS:+10% Atk
(Neutral Elem;
30+ Combos)
*Nuker&CG
*Debuffer


Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [SS3 MP:100],  [Ends behind target],  [Frame Lock],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
[SS2 MP:100],  [Def Down Debuff]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Assist]: Crit DMG+.
Nautilus [Sharing This Moment] Nautilus
[Sharing This Moment]
Neutral
Shield
Blade
13 Hits
1.5sec
(8.7)

SS+

SS+

--

A
*Leader Skill:
+10% Attack
(Neutral Elem)
*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: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Asuna [The Will - Changing the Fate] Asuna
[The Will - Changing the Fate]
Neutral
Rapier
9 Hits
1.1sec
(8.2)

SSS

SS+

--

A
*Leader Skill:
+6% Attack
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
Upgrade Character to 5* or 6*

Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [MP:120],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Kirito] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Asuna [Revived Crest Light] Asuna
[Revived Crest Light]
Neutral
Sword
12 Hits
1.5sec
(8.0)

SS+

SS+

--

A
*LS:+10% Atk
(Neutral Elem;
30+ Combos)
*Nuker&CG
*Debuffer


Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [SS3 MP:100],  [Teleports to nearby target],  [Ends behind target],  [Frame Lock],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
[SS2 MP:100],  [Def Down Debuff]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Assist]: Crit DMG+.
Eugeo [Innocent Mind] Eugeo
[Innocent Mind]
Neutral
Sword
12 Hits
1.5sec
(8.0)

SS+

SS

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Decent In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Frame Lock],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Assist]: HP+.
Kirito [Aincrad-Style] Kirito
[Aincrad-Style]
Neutral
Sword
12 Hits
1.5sec
(8.0)

SSS

SS+

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Instant SS3 Upon Switch],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Kirito [Innocent Curiosity] Kirito
[Innocent Curiosity]
Neutral
Sword
12 Hits
1.6sec
(7.5)

SS+

SS

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Ends behind target],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Assist]: HP+.

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
Sinon [Strength to Change Oneself] Sinon
[Strength to Change Oneself]
Neutral
Gun
16+ Hits
2.0sec
(8.0+)

SSS

SS+

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Single Target
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill
[MP:100],  [Auto-aim],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Kirito] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link
Subtilizer [Cruel Spirit] Subtilizer
[Cruel Spirit]
Neutral
Rifle
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

SS+

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Decent In-line AoE
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill
[MP:100],  [Instant SS3 upon Switch],  [Barrier negates 1 strike],  [Frame Lock],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [GGO/Sinon] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link
Sinon [Silent Fighting Spirit] Sinon
[Silent Fighting Spirit]
Neutral
Gun
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

SS+

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Single Target
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill
[MP:100],  [Instant SS3 upon Switch],  [Barrier negates 1 strike],  [Frame Lock],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [GGO/Swords] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: ATK Link
Sinon [VR World High Priestess] Sinon
[VR World High Priestess]
Neutral
Gun
15+ Hits
2.1sec
(7.1+)

SSS

SS+

--

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


Combo Window: Passive Single Target
SS3 Notes
SAO MD Crossing Skill
[MP:100],  [Atk+ Team Buff],  [All-Out-Attack!],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [P5R Characters/Alice] - Increases damage attained by 10%. [Crossing Skill] Additional Attack (+Hits) with Partner. Crossing Link: MP Link
LLENN [Pink in Battle]
Upgrade Character to 5* or 6*
LLENN
[Pink in Battle]
Neutral
Rifle
12 Hits
1.0sec
(12.0)

SSS

SS+

--

B
*LS:+10% Atk
(Neutral Elem)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Attack+ Buffer


Combo Window: Passive Single Target
SS3 Notes [MP:120],  [Auto Heal],  [Speed+ Buff],  [Attack+ Team Buff],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Pitohui [Toxic Gun Master]
Upgrade Character to 5* or 6*
Pitohui
[Toxic Gun Master]
Neutral
Rifle
12 Hits
1.1sec
(10.9)

SSS

SS+

--

B
*LS:+10% Atk
(Neutral Elem)
*Nuker
*Combo Gen
*Attack+ Buffer


Combo Window: Passive Single Target
SS3 Notes [MP:120],  [Auto Heal],  [Attack+ Team Buff],  [Teleports behind target],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Silica [Frontline Methods] Silica
[Frontline Methods]
Neutral
Rifle
13 Hits
1.4sec
(9.3)

SSS

SS+

--

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(Neutral Elem;
30+ Combos)
*Nuker & CG


Combo Window: Passive Limited AoE Range
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Self Heal],  [Barrier negates 2 strikes],  [Midair Attack],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Lisbeth [The Strength of Friendship] Lisbeth
[The Strength of Friendship]
Neutral
Mace
12 Hits
1.5sec
(8.0)

SSS

SS+

--

A
*LS:+10% Atk
(Neutral Elem)
*Nuker & CG
*Crit Dmg+ Buffer


Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Crit Dmg+ Team Buff],  [Frame Lock],  [Targets: Ground Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained by 10%.
Sinon [Winning Procedure] Sinon
[Winning Procedure]
Neutral
Gun
12 Hits
1.5sec
(8.0)

SS+

SS+

--

A
*LS:+15% Atk
(Neutral Elem;
30+ Combos)
*Nuker & CG


Combo Window: Passive Limited In-line AoE
SS3 Notes [MP:100],  [Self Heal],  [Barrier negates 2 strikes],  [Frame Lock],  [Ends behind target at mid-ranged position],  [Targets: Ground and Midair Enemies]
- Combo Partner: [Neutral Element] - Increases damage attained 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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