In Destiny Rising, character effectiveness hinges on unique skills and gear compatibility. Weapon restrictions create strategic challenges, particularly in competitive modes. Explore this analysis of top performers across both cooperative and competitive scenarios.

Destiny Rising PVE Tier List

While every combatant possesses unique strengths, certain specialists excel in raid scenarios through optimized damage output and survival capabilities. This evaluation focuses on endgame viability and role specialization.

S-Tier PVE

S-Tier Characters	Why S-Tier/Pros & Cons
Estela 5-Star Limited Mythic	+ Dragon summon enables unmatched area devastation + Ultimate ability delivers peak damage potential + Synergizes powerfully with specific exotic gear – Limited sustainability and scaling issues
Maru 5-Star Standard Mythic	+ Superior defensive artillery hybrid + Unmatched survivability through absorption mechanics + Extensive elemental versatility – Moderate base damage output
Jolder 5-Star Standard Mythic	+ Exceptional survivability with offensive pressure + Team protection capabilities + Damage amplification through combat – Close-quarters limitations
Tan-2 5-Star Standard Mythic	+ Premier precision damage specialist + Team-wide offensive buffs + Enhanced through ascension systems – Limited crowd control capabilities

A-Tier PVE

A-Tier Characters	Why A-Tier/Pros & Cons
Xuan Wei 4-Star	+ Powerful explosive crowd control + Rapid damage escalation + Strong ability uptime – Risky close-range requirements
Umeko 4-Star	+ Precision debuff specialist + Continuous ability regeneration + Strong single-target focus – Minimal area coverage
Gwynn 5-Star Limited Mythic	+ Mobile skirmishing specialist + Robust self-sustain mechanics + Safe engagement options – Optimized for player combat
Wolf 4-Star	+ Versatile damage application + Strong progression scaling + Balanced offensive toolkit – Lack of specialization

B-Tier PVE

B-Tier Characters	Why B-Tier/Pros & Cons
Ikora 4-Star	+ Powerful burst potential + Effective skirmish capabilities + Area bombardment strength – Extended cooldown periods
Finnala 4-Star	+ Melee disruption potential + Situational sustainability – Insufficient damage scaling – Limited practicality
Ning Fei 5-Star Standard Mythic	+ Sustained ranged assault + Basic defensive measures – Ineffective area control

C-Tier PVE

C-Tier Characters	Why C-Tier/Pros & Cons
Attal 4-Star	+ Flexible support potential + Rapid ability cycling – Subpar damage output – Restricted weapon effectiveness
Kabr 4-Star	+ Situational crowd control – Fragile defense profile – Limited combat synergy

Destiny Rising PVP Tier List

S-Tier PVP

A-Tier PVP

A-Tier Characters	Why A-Tier?
Wolf 4-Star	• Mobile assault specialist • Safe explosive tactics
Kabr 4-Star	• Enhanced ranged combat • Defensive timing crucial
Attal 4-Star	• Versatile support options • Fusion weapon adaptability

B-Tier PVP

B-Tier Characters	Why B-Tier?
Ning Fei 5-Star Standard Mythic	• Precision projectile mastery
Maru 5-Star Standard Mythic	• Long-range bombardment • Predictable defensive patterns
Jolder 5-Star Standard Mythic	• Balanced offense/defense combo

C-Tier PVP

C-Tier Characters	Why C-Tier?
Xuan Wei 4-Star	• High-risk explosive playstyle
Finnala 4-Star	• Close-quarters vulnerability

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