Uma Musume Pretty Derby Tier List (Global Best Characters)

Discover the top Uma Musume characters for 2025 with this updated tier list. We’ve ranked the best horse girls for races, events, and competitive play based on performance and versatility.

S Rank – Elite Performers (2025)

Dominant in most scenarios, these characters excel with minimal investment:

Tokai Teio – Medium-distance specialist with exceptional speed-stamina balance. Strong recovery and burst skills ensure consistent performance.
Maruzensky – Mile-race queen. Ideal for front-running strategies due to blistering early speed and pacing control.
Oguri Cap – Reliable in mile/medium races, combining explosive starts with stamina conservation.
Rice Shower – Long-distance turf dominator. Uses stamina-heavy builds to outlast competitors in grueling races.
North Flight – Smooth mile-race operator with balanced stats, fitting seamlessly into most teams.
Special Week – Beginner-friendly all-rounder. Excels in medium races and scales well through training.
Taiki Shuttle – Short-race powerhouse. Delivers unmatched sprints with critical burst abilities.

A Rank – Strong Contenders

Require targeted builds but remain competitive:

Mejiro McQueen – Long-race expert needing heavy stamina/wisdom investment. Rewarding when properly trained.
Gold Ship – Late-game endurance specialist. Struggles outside stamina-heavy events but shines in marathons.
Symboli Rudolf – Versatile medium/long runner with support skills. Requires precise stat distribution.
Mayano Top Gun – Budget-friendly long-distance option. Prioritizes durability and pacing.
Air Groove – Straightforward medium-distance choice. Perfect for learning core mechanics.
Grass Wonder – High-risk, high-reward closer for long races. Needs meticulous preparation.

B Rank – Situational Picks

Useful for niche strategies or early progression:

Super Creek – Demanding long-distance build. Requires specific support cards to maximize potential.
Agnes Tachyon – Aggressive mile racer with mid-game focus. Limited versatility.
Mejiro Ryan – Decent medium-distance backup with balanced attributes.
El Condor Pasa – Outclassed by newer units. Harder to optimize effectively.
Winning Ticket – Early-game workhorse needing heavy upgrades for late viability.

C Rank – Meme/Fun Builds

Best for casual play or themed teams:

Sakura Bakushin O – Early-game sprinter. Falls off hard in longer events.
Nice Nature – Inconsistent despite strong skills. Needs excessive resource investment.
Matikanefukukitaru – Overly specialized for endurance races. Limited overall utility.
King Halo – Unreliable due to RNG mechanics. Rarely justifies team slots.
Haru Urara – Pure meme pick. Avoid for serious competition.