This is a general tier list for most content, with more weight given to end-game content such as Formidable Assault and Illusory Realm (weekly boss) performance.

Apex characters are very strong in almost all teams and content. These are the best characters in each class.

T0 characters are very strong in specific teams and content, and are good in all teams and content.

T1 characters can be very strong in specific teams or content, but otherwise not as good as T0 and Apex units.

T2 characters require specific teams or content to be strong, are good for filling out your team when starting the game, or building a second or third team.

Elpis: Fallen Star is a game where the majority of content can be completed with the majority of characters, as long as you are building your teams correctly. A roster full of Apex and T0 characters is only required for those who wish to be competitive in high ranking PVP, Formidable Assault, Illusory Realm, and clear the last stage of events.

For example, I sometimes use Haidee, a 2-star voidblade that doesn't even show up on this tier list. Why do I use her then? For some events, having another lumin type voidblade that reduces enemy defense can be useful. Sometimes I use her in a 3rd team on a boss when multiple teams can be deployed.

5-star units are evaluated at awakening 0 (no duplicates), and all other units are evaluated at max awakening.

This tier list represents my own experience with these units, comparisons with other tier lists (linked below), and discussions with others.

Last updated: January 10, 2026

DPS High damage output characters

Sub-DPS Secondary damage dealer

DoT Applies damage over time to enemies

Buff Provides beneficial effects to team

Debuff Applies negative effects to enemies

Shield Provides protective barrier to self

Shield (Team) Provides shields for entire team

AoE Area of effect or multi-target focused

Stun Disables or immobilizes enemies temporarily (Stun, Time Stop, etc.)

Leader Notable team leader effect

Cooldown Total Assault cooldown reduction or modification

PVP Excels in player versus player content

Revive Can resurrect fallen team members

DPS (DoT) Primary damage dealer specializing in damage over time

Healer Healing and recovery specialist

DMG Share Damage to teammates is partially redirected to this unit

Self Heal Restores own health

Backrow Attacks enemy backline

Pure Tank Skills dedicated to absorbing damage, does little to no damage to enemies

Taunt Forces enemies to target this character