In Apocrypha, each race (Kin) possesses distinct playstyle advantages and limitations. Your initial character creation assigns a random race, but players can opt to reroll using Robux for alternative options.
Race Rankings Overview
| Tier | Race |
|---|---|
| D | Betularian, Volcani |
| C | Human |
| B | Grimalkin |
| A | Darkin, Hive, Revenant |
| S | Sightweaver |
| S+ | Elemyn |
This hierarchy reflects current meta performance in competitive modes. Future updates introducing open-world gameplay may significantly alter rankings.
Top-Tier Dominators
| Race | Attributes |
|---|---|
| Elemyn | + Solar-powered health regeneration + Fire immunity + Devastating AoE ultimate – Ultimate causes self-elimination |
Elite Contenders
| Race | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Sightweaver | + Enemy health visualization + Telekinetic control + Environmental reconnaissance + Predictive evasion – Fragile defensive stats |
Competitive Options
| Races | Strengths & Weaknesses |
|---|---|
| Revenant | + Post-knockdown recovery + Death explosion – Low survivability |
| Hive | + Multi-execute capability + Transformation mobility – Fire vulnerability |
| Darkin | + Martial prowess + Full map awareness – Technical issues |
Niche Picks
| Races | Traits |
|---|---|
| Grimalkin | + Superior mobility + Fall mitigation – Combat skill requirements |
Basic Selections
| Races | Features |
|---|---|
| Human | + Environmental adaptation + Partial healing – No specialization – Extensive grinding needed |
Underpowered Choices
| Races | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Volcani | – Currently non-viable – No active abilities |
| Betularian | + Aerial mobility + Low-light vision – Combat deficiencies |