*Sword of Convallaria* is a tactical RPG that echoes the strategic depth of *Final Fantasy Tactics*. As a gacha game, it challenges players to carefully strategize their party composition. To help you optimize your team, our *Sword of Convallaria* tier list outlines which characters are most worthy of your investment.
Sword of Convallaria Tier List
Our tier list for *Sword of Convallaria* is dynamic and may change with new character releases and balance updates that alter the game's meta. It's important to note that even B or C-tier characters can successfully clear PvE content. However, if you're keen on min-maxing your party, aiming for S-tier characters is the way to go. Below is our detailed *Sword of Convallaria* tier list and character rankings, along with recommendations for Epic and Rare characters to bolster your team as you pursue Legendary ones.
| Tier | Character |
|---|---|
| S | Beryl, Gloria, Inanna, Col, Edda, Cocoa, Saffiyah, Auguste, Homa, Taair |
| A | Dantalion, Magnus, Nonowill, Lilywill, Momo, Nungal, Simona, Acambe, Agatha, Caris, Kvare, Luvita, Rawiyah (Alt), Saffiyah (Alt) |
| B | Faycal, Garcia, Maitha, Rawiyah, Samantha, Chia, Hasna, Layla, Pamina, Tristan |
| C | Guzman, Iggy, Leonide, Miguel, Nergal, Teadon, Xavier, Alexei, Schacklulu, Xavier |
S-Tier
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The S-tier list is where you'll find the game's top reroll targets for a strong start. Beryl and Col dominate as the strongest DPS characters, with Beryl's slight edge due to her Destroyer-type advantage over all but Watchers. Col's rogue abilities allow her to eliminate enemy teams stealthily, making her a critical choice when equipped with attack and crit rate boosting gear.
Gloria and Inanna are the premier support characters. Gloria's versatility as both a support and a potential main DPS, thanks to her Flag buffs and knockback capabilities, makes her an exceptional choice. Inanna, on the other hand, stands out as the go-to healer, summoning the Guard of the Princess to tank hits and fulfill battle objectives.
Edda, the first new global character, excels as a support, enhancing magical teams with her debuffing prowess, particularly in Weaponry Trial I for easier Legendary weapon farming. Cocoa, introduced in September 2024, is a robust tank with additional utility through heals, buffs, and debuffs, reaching her full potential at five stars.
Saffiyah and Auguste, known from CN and TW tier lists, are considered game-changers. Saffiyah's versatility as a Seeker, with her ability to summon minions, heal, and deal damage while avoiding hits, is unmatched. Auguste, the best auto-play character, also stands out as the top Breaker DPS, making both essential for any team composition.
A-Tier
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Dantalion and Magnus form a formidable duo, with their synergistic attack buffs making them a powerhouse in PvE stages. Magnus is a strong tank replacement for Maitha, especially if you haven't yet acquired Cocoa. Dantalion's kit, focused on self-buffing, allows him to remain effective even when the rest of the team falls.
Nonowill offers valuable support with buffs and debuffs, while also being a mobile attacker. Simona, added in late August 2024, is a battlemage who can freeze and slow enemies while dealing significant damage, making her a great addition to magic-based teams alongside Edda.
Rawiyah (Alt) and Saffiyah (Alt) are strong additions to any team. Rawiyah (Alt) brings more utility and high damage, including AoE capabilities and self-healing. Saffiyah (Alt), while not as powerful as her base version, remains a potent debuffer, decreasing enemy attack while buffing allies and dealing damage.
B-Tier
Maitha is a versatile tank who can also deal damage and heal, making her a solid starter tank, though likely to be replaced by stronger options like Magnus or Cocoa. Rawiyah is a great early-game DPS with AoE capabilities and self-healing, helping you progress through initial levels.
C-Tier
C-tier characters, while not as efficient or versatile, are still viable, especially in the early game. Teadon, for example, can serve as a decent tank with high defense and frontline capabilities. These characters can be useful until you pull better units.
Best Epic Characters to Invest In
Not everyone will have the luck or patience to reroll for S-tier units. Fortunately, *Sword of Convallaria* offers powerful Epic characters that can fill gaps in your party and even carry you to the endgame. Here are our top Epic character picks:
| Role | Character |
|---|---|
| Rogue | Crimson Falcon |
| DPS | Tempest, Stormbreaker |
| Mage | Darklight Ice Priest, Abyss, Butterfly |
| Tank | Suppression |
| Healer | Angel |
Crimson Falcon has been a game-changer for many, offering high damage and mobility as a rogue. Her frequent Memory Shard drops make her an easy character to max out. Tempest and Stormbreaker are reliable DPS choices for the frontlines, while Darklight Ice Priest and Abyss are strong mage options, with the former excelling in ranged ice damage and slowing enemies. Butterfly, though not a traditional mage, provides utility similar to the Dancer class in *Fire Emblem*, offering small heals and position swaps.
For tanking and healing, Suppression and Angel are top picks. Suppression is a solid tank, while Angel's healing capabilities are crucial if you're missing Inanna, keeping your team alive as you save for more pulls.
This concludes our *Sword of Convallaria* tier list. For more tips and information, including details on the pity system and codes, be sure to check out The Escapist.
