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Though every Traveler can perform well with proper configurations, certain choices stand out for advanced challenges. Comparing core skills and adaptability reveals key differences. This analysis ranks characters and equipment based on effectiveness in harder modes.
Shape of Dreams Memory Tier List
Memories vary in effectiveness across roles and scenarios. Top-tier options work universally, while lower tiers demand specific situations. Essential picks for damage, defense, and utility are highlighted here.
S-Tier Memory Highlights
A-Tier Memory Highlights
B-Tier Memory Highlights
C-Tier Memory Highlights
Lower-tier options often lack impact or situational benefits. Prioritize dismantling these for resources.
Shape of Dreams Character Tier List
Top characters require minimal setup to dominate fights. Lower tiers struggle without specific builds. Strategic essence selection can elevate performance across the board.
S-Tier Traveler
| S-Tier Travelers | Why S-Tier? |
|---|---|
 Mist Amazing survivability on higher difficulties |
• Exceptional survival through mobility and counters • Prioritize Frostbite/Shadow Walk for DPS and defense • Three dashes and parry mechanics negate most threats |
 Aurena Crazy high healing and damage if you can get Clemency essences |
• High-skill potential with healing synergy • Focus on attack speed and reactive play • Offensive/defensive hybrid when optimized |
 Bismuth The best and safest ranged DPS |
• Ranged dominance with auto-attack scaling • Flexible build options across playstyles • Reliable in solo/cooperative modes |
A-Tier Traveler
| A-Tier Travelers | Why A-Tier? |
|---|---|
 Lacerta The ol’ reliable easy to build sustained DPS that’s quite safe to play |
• Flexible ranged/melee hybrid • Synergizes with common damage essences • Minimal reliance on specific drops |
 Nachia A one traveler army that’s incredibly hard to kill |
• Summon-focused tanking • Team utility through status effects • Durable with proper essence investment |
B-Tier Traveler
| B-Tier Travelers | Why B-Tier? |
|---|---|
 Vesper Accessible and easy-to-build brawler that falls off on Stage 3 higher difficulties due to being slow |
• Early-game powerhouse, late-game struggles • Requires careful positioning • Limited escape options in frenetic fights |
 Yubar A nuker that needs a lot of setup to make the low mobility playstyle work |
• Cooldown management challenges • Demands precise skill rotations • Mobility essences required for viability |
C-Tier Traveler
| C-Tier Travelers | Why C-Tier? |
|---|---|
 Shell High DPS and mobility but requires a lot of setup |
• Niche playstyle requirements • Fragile without exact build components • High-risk with inconsistent rewards |
Shape of Dreams FAQ
Bismuth delivers unmatched sustained ranged pressure, especially with attack speed enhancements.
Mist’s evasion tools make her premier for close-quarters combat. Aurena offers hybrid potential with essence investments.
Chain Lightning and Arrow Storm dominate damage output when combined with cooldown reduction strategies.
Ice Shield and Purgatory provide critical survivability, especially in solo scenarios.