Endless Ragnarok Character Tier List — All 28 Characters Ranked

The release of the Endless Ragnarok expansion for Granblue Fantasy: Relink on July 9, 2026, introduced significant combat rebalances, the grueling Chaos difficulty tier, and six new DLC characters. With a total roster of 28 playable characters, choosing the right hero for high-level endgame content like Fatebreaker quests and The Conflux solo runs is essential for efficient clearing. This Endless Ragnarok tier list ranks every character based on their damage cap ceiling, utility in mitigating one-hit KO mechanics, and synergy with the new Weapon Transcendence and Master Trait systems.

Survival in Chaos difficulty demands more than high DPS. Characters must possess reliable invincibility frames (i-frames), crowd control, or damage-mitigation tools to survive bosses like Beelzebub and Ragnalia. This guide evaluates how each character performs when fully optimized with Level 100 Master Traits, Transcended Terminus weapons, and S-tier Sigils.

Endless Ragnarok Character Rankings Overview

The 28 characters are divided into four tiers based on their performance in Chaos-difficulty quests and Fatebreaker runs. While every character can clear the game's content with proper investment, SS and S-tier characters achieve faster clear times and offer higher room for error.

SS and S-Tier Character Analysis

SS and S-tier characters are the most efficient choices for tackling Chaos-difficulty content. These characters possess high damage caps, short cooldowns, and mechanics that allow them to bypass or survive lethal boss patterns.

Sandalphon (SS-Tier)

Sandalphon remains the strongest character in the Endless Ragnarok expansion. His Supreme Primarch Mode transforms his basic attacks into lightstep sword waves that pierce enemies and deal massive, multi-hit damage. This mode allows Sandalphon to maintain high DPS from a safe mid-range distance, avoiding ground-based hazards during the Beelzebub boss fight.

His Master Trait path, Crux, increases his SBA (Skybound Art) generation rate, enabling him to trigger Primal Bursts faster than any other character. When paired with a Transcended Terminus weapon and a Warpath+ Sigil, Sandalphon easily hits the damage cap while maintaining near-permanent uptime on his self-buffs.

S-Tier Specialists

• Cagliostro: The premier support-DPS hybrid. Her Phantasmagoria buff provides party-wide Attack, Defense, and Critical Hit Rate increases that stack with standard Sigil effects. In Chaos difficulty, where healing is heavily penalized, her quick-revive utility and automated collapse damage make her invaluable for group play.
• Charlotta: Capitalizes on rapid-fire slash combos. Her Noble Stance grants her extended invincibility frames during her finishers. By utilizing the Essence Master Trait path, Charlotta can reduce her skill cooldowns by 15% upon executing a perfect parry, allowing her to chain her high-damage skills indefinitely.
• Lancelot: The king of safety. Lancelot's dodge attacks allow him to reposition constantly without resetting his combo string. His Kaltzwinger skill applies the Glaciate status effect, freezing bosses like Ragnalia in place. This creates massive damage windows for the entire party during Link Time.
• Narmaya: A high-skill-ceiling DPS character who switches between Freeflutter and Dawnfly stances. With the introduction of Weapon Transcendence, Narmaya's Setsuna and Transient skills can bypass enemy defense values, making her one of the fastest boss-killers when her stance transitions are executed perfectly.
• Vaseraga: The ultimate tank. Vaseraga uses his Less Grief and Immortal Pain skills to absorb lethal hits, remaining at 1 HP instead of dying. This allows him to ignore Chaos-difficulty one-hit mechanics entirely while charging his devastating heavy attacks.
• Zeta: An aerial combat specialist. Zeta's loop combos keep her positioned high above the battlefield, completely avoiding ground-targeted attacks from bosses like The World. Her Signo Drive buff increases the party's attack power, making her a staple for speedrun compositions.

Zeta Aerial Loop Combo:
[Spear Rain] -> [Airborne Launch] -> [Timed Attack (Loop 1)] -> [Timed Attack (Loop 2)] -> [Arvess Hammer Finisher]

A and B-Tier Character Analysis

A and B-tier characters are highly capable but require specific team setups or precise execution to match the output of S-tier units. They often lack the reliable invincibility frames or high damage caps necessary to trivialise Chaos-tier content, but they bring unique utility to coordinated groups.

A-Tier Utility and Ranged Options

• Captain (Gran/Djeeta): Extremely versatile due to their wide pool of skills, including Armor Break and Phalanx. However, they require significant Sigil investment to reach competitive damage numbers.
• Eugen: A powerful ranged DPS who excels at targeting specific boss break points. His Detonator charge shots deal massive damage from safety, but he lacks mobility, making him vulnerable to fast-moving bosses like Seofon.
• Io: A magic caster who relies on charging Stargaze V. While her burst damage is exceptionally high, she requires teammates to draw aggro, as any interruption during her charge cycle severely drops her DPS.
• Percival: Utilizes charged fire slashes. His Koenig Schild provides excellent damage reduction for the party, but his slow attack animations require precise timing to avoid getting punished by fast boss attacks.
• Seofon: Generates sword avatars to execute wide-area slash attacks. He is excellent for clearing waves of enemies in The Conflux gateways, but his single-target damage against bosses is slightly lower than Narmaya's.
• Siegfried: A rhythm-based attacker. Executing his attacks with perfect timing grants him natural defense buffs and high stagger power. He is excellent for breaking boss shields but requires high concentration to play optimally.
• Tweyen: A ranged debuffer who can apply Paralysis, Slow, and Attack Down from across the arena. She is highly safe to play but has lower raw damage output compared to Eugen.
• Vane: His Rampart skill creates a dome of absolute invincibility for the entire party. This skill is a must-have for learning new Chaos-difficulty fights, though Vane's personal damage is moderate.

B-Tier Sustained DPS

• Id: Id's power is tied to his Ragnarok Form. While highly destructive, transitioning into this form requires a lengthy build-up phase. If a boss enters an invulnerable phase or moves away, Id loses his build-up, resetting his damage cycle.
• Katalina: Relies on summoning Ares to double her attack speed and damage. However, if Katalina is hit or forced to dodge, the Ares gauge resets. In Chaos difficulty, where dodging is constant, maintaining Ares is extremely difficult.
• Rackam: A rapid-fire ranged attacker. While easy to play, his damage caps are lower than Eugen's, and his skills lack the utility needed for high-level endgame content.
• Yodarha: A dual-sword wielder who uses Shroud Marks to bypass skill cooldowns. His attacks are incredibly fast, but his low base HP makes him highly susceptible to getting one-shot if a dodge is mistimed.

DLC Character Performance and Mechanics

The six DLC characters added in the Endless Ragnarok expansion introduce unique mechanics that alter traditional party compositions. While they are still being evaluated for definitive tier placement, their mechanical kits offer powerful tools for Chaos difficulty.

Beatrix (Potential S-Tier)

Beatrix utilizes the Delta Clock mechanic. As her HP drops, her attack speed and critical hit damage increase exponentially. Her skills allow her to temporarily freeze her HP bar, preventing her from dying while she is at low health. This high-risk, high-reward playstyle synerges perfectly with the Life on the Line and Enmity Sigils, allowing her to hit maximum damage caps easily.

Fediel (Potential S-Tier)

As one of the Six Dragons, Fediel controls the battlefield using dark miasma fields. Her Black Shield skill absorbs damage equal to 30% of the target's maximum HP, which is crucial for preventing one-shot deaths in Chaos difficulty. She can also summon pools of miasma that continuously damage enemies while reducing their defense.

Eustace, Fraux, Gallanza, and Maglielle

• Eustace: A mid-range gunner who uses a charge-shot mechanic. His Flames of the End skill inflicts Paralysis, allowing him to lock down bosses while maintaining a safe distance.
• Fraux: A melee fighter bound to The Devil primal beast. She specializes in stacking burning debuffs and executing high-damage kick combos that stagger bosses quickly.
• Gallanza: A heavy spear wielder who excels at building up the stagger bar. His attacks have high hyper-armor, meaning he cannot be interrupted while executing his skills, though he still takes damage.
• Maglielle: A support-oriented character who summons flying weapons to attack from afar while generating protective shields and healing circles for her allies.

Beatrix Delta Clock Loop:
[Low HP Activation] -> [Delta Clock Freeze] -> [Enmity-Buffed Combos] -> [Skill: Fatal Blade] -> [HP Regen / Reset]

Meta-Defining Systems: Weapon Transcendence and Master Traits

The introduction of Weapon Transcendence and Master Traits at Level 100 has shifted character viability. Weapon Transcendence allows players to upgrade their fully enhanced weapons (Defender, Ascension, Executioner, Stinger, Stunner, and Terminus) to unlock swappable traits. Slot II can go up to Level 25, while Slot IV can reach Level 10. These upgrades require materials obtained from high-difficulty Fatebreaker quests and deep runs in The Conflux.

Weapon Transcendence Progression:
[Fully Enhanced Weapon] -> [Fatebreaker Materials] -> [Transcendence Level 1-10] -> [Unlock Slot II & IV Traits]

Master Traits offer three distinct paths for all 28 characters:

1. Insight: Focuses on utility, healing cap increases, and debuff resistance.
2. Essence: Enhances skill cooldowns, dodge windows, and parry mechanics.
3. Crux: Increases raw damage caps, SBA generation, and character-specific mechanics.

Characters like Sandalphon and Narmaya benefit immensely from the Crux path, which allows them to bypass traditional damage caps. On the other hand, support characters like Cagliostro and Vane rely on the Insight and Essence paths to keep their utility skills active during long boss encounters.

Furthermore, the Summon System allows Lyria to summon primal beasts in combat. During Chaos-difficulty quests, players can equip up to four summons, with Lucilius and Rolan being directly controllable. Executing a Primal Burst when all four party members use their Skybound Arts during Link Time deals massive damage, making characters with high SBA generation (like Sandalphon and Seofon) highly sought after for coordinated group play.

To learn more about how to optimize your character builds, check out the official Granblue Fantasy: Relink Website for patch notes and character updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which character is the best for clearing Chaos difficulty solo?

Sandalphon is the best character for soloing Chaos-difficulty content. His Supreme Primarch Mode offers high mid-range damage, and his mobility allows him to dodge boss attacks easily. For players struggling with survival, Vane is also an excellent choice due to his Rampart invincibility dome.

How do the new DLC characters compare to the base roster?

Beatrix and Fediel are currently the strongest of the new DLC characters. Beatrix offers top-tier DPS through her Delta Clock mechanic, while Fediel provides invaluable shield support that prevents one-shot deaths. Eustace, Fraux, Gallanza, and Maglielle are solid A-tier options that excel in specific team compositions.

What is the fastest way to farm Weapon Transcendence materials?

The fastest way to farm Weapon Transcendence materials is by clearing high-level Gateways in The Conflux solo mode. Gateways located in Seedhollow and the Tredame Sanctum offer randomly generated combat and treasure rooms that reward rare enhancement materials. Additionally, completing Fatebreaker quests on Chaos difficulty guarantees high-tier drops.

Which Master Trait path should I unlock first?

For DPS characters, prioritize the Crux path to increase your damage caps and SBA generation. For support and tank characters, focus on the Essence path for cooldown reduction or the Insight path for increased survivability and utility.