Anchor Panic Tier List (September 2025) – Ultimate Ranking

Updated September 19, 2025: Yuanya promoted to Tier 1 due to exceptional Fire team synergy.

Securing elite operatives remains crucial in Anchor Panic for optimal progression. Top-tier units enable swift content clearance and efficient resource farming. Our revised rankings account for versatility across upcoming updates:

TOP-TIER OPERATIVES

HIGHLY VERSATILE UNITS

T0.5

ELEMENT-SPECIFIC ESSENTIALS

EARLY-GAME STAPLES

This ranking system prioritizes long-term viability for squad building. Endgame compositions should focus on T0-T1 operatives, considering synergy and upgrade investments. Detailed analyses for each unit are provided below:

Tier 0: Meta-defining units with unparalleled performance across all content

Tier 0.5: Flexible supports/DPS adaptable to various team compositions

Tier 1: Specialists requiring elemental synergy for peak performance

Tier 2: Valuable early-game units outpaced by higher-tier alternatives

Tier 3: Low-priority units with limited viability

Tier 0 – Dominant Meta Units

Operator	Analysis
Lilira	Primary Quantum team sustainer offering shields and revival mechanics. Critical Ascension upgrades enhance protective capabilities.
Karanissa	Premier Lightning assassin with execute mechanics and burst reset potential. Requires Ascension investment for maximum output.
Echo	Versatile support combining area denial with healing. Key Ascension milestones unlock full potential.
Tern	Essential Quantum buffer amplifying team damage output. Effective even without Ascension investment.

Tier 0.5 – Flexible Powerhouses

Operator	Analysis
Streyne	Quantum specialist providing targeted healing and stat boosts. Requires Star upgrades to mitigate drawbacks.
Antilope	Sturdy Quantum defender with team-wide sustain capabilities. Excels early but requires upgrades.
Dione	Natural-element tank offering layered protection mechanics. Scales effectively with investment.
Centaurea	Quantum healer with cleansing capabilities. Superior to some SSRs in specific scenarios.
Deling	Accessible buffer enhancing team survivability and offense. Particularly strong in PvE content.
Flicker	Quantum tank needing significant investment for endgame viability. Provides shielding mechanics.
Grenache	Hybrid Fire support enabling sustain through lifesteal mechanics. Requires team synergy.
Ling	Lightning specialist enhancing team crit performance through debuffs. Core for elemental teams.