Authored by Alec Blackwood

This Lost Sword Global Tier List evaluates characters for PvE effectiveness in early and late-game scenarios. Rankings prioritize versatility, team synergy, and long-term scaling in the current meta.

S+ Tier (Meta-Defining Picks)

Dominant choices that excel in all content phases:

• Lancelot: Sustain-focused melee DPS with cheat death mechanics. Doubles as off-tank with relics.
• Tiamat: Burst magic nuker ideal for boss battles and Tower progression.
• Dian Cecht: Hybrid support providing shields and regeneration for raid viability.
• Isolde: Cleanse specialist with damage reduction for endurance fights.
• Galahad: Immune tank synergizing with sustain teams in PvE.
• Merlin: Crowd control mage with AoE freeze and crit buffs.

S Tier (Core Contributors)

Reliable performers in specialized roles:

• Cristina: Ranged DPS applying burn debuffs with low gear dependency.
• Lua: Melee alternative to Tiamat with stacking debuffs.
• Lisa: Early-game carry with midgame scaling potential.
• Erin: Frontline buffer offering shields and damage amplification.
• Kay: Bruiser with cheat death and role flexibility.
• Guinevere: Revive support salvaging RNG-heavy boss attempts.
• Neo-Bedivere: Global-exclusive support with lifesteal and CC immunity.

A Tier (Situational Stars)

Effective with team synergy or specific encounters:

• Tristan: Root specialist preferred in PvP or boss lockdown.
• Claire: CC hybrid for multi-wave content.
• Vivien: Defense shredder requiring coordinated setups.
• Ria: Glass cannon enabler scaling with crit gear.
• Anessa: Beginner-friendly DPS pairing well with debuffers.
• Esmeralda: Secondary healer for extended engagements.
• Percival: No-frills tank for static defenses.

B Tier (Limited Use Cases)

Niche picks often overshadowed:

• Circe: Fear caster for temporary disruption.
• Bedivere: Root bot with minimal fight impact.
• Ethan: Starter unit lacking late-game scaling.
• Morgana: Dispel utility for specific raid/PvP needs.
• Morgause: High-investment caster with weak returns.
• Gawain: Basic tank requiring defensive support.

C Tier (Early-Game Only)

Rapidly outclassed characters:

• Elizabeth/Mia/Lucy/Lilith: Low-stat units to replace quickly.
• Joan of Arc: Outdated healer overshadowed by newer supports.
• Elin/Rowena: Ineffective buffers useless past midgame.

D Tier (Avoid Investment)

Minimal functional value:

• Baylin/Elaine/Isis/Jessi/Merry/Nymue/Ray/Rita/Sarah: Stat-deficient kits without viable roles.
• Rachel/Urien: Performance liabilities needing immediate replacement.

FAQ

• Current Meta King? Lancelot’s hybrid tank/DPS flexibility reigns supreme.
• Reroll Value? Early S+ units like Tiamat dramatically accelerate progress.
• Using Low-Tiers? Possible but expect resource inefficiency and progression walls.
• Priority Healer? Dian Cecht/Isolde offer best universal healing.
• Neo-Bedivere vs Original? Neo version dominates with CC immunity and healing.
• Pet Impact? Not factored here, but optimize pairings for bonus effects.