{"id":51382,"date":"2026-07-22T10:58:42","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T02:58:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/?p=51382"},"modified":"2026-07-22T10:58:43","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T02:58:43","slug":"star-sailors-tier-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.memuplay.com\/blog\/star-sailors-tier-list.html","title":{"rendered":"Star Sailors Tier List July 2026: Best Characters Ranked SS to D (PvE Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This Star Sailors tier list ranks every character from SS to D based on kit design and overall PvE performance across chain amps, team buffs, and damage output. Rankings exclude Signature Memory bonuses<\/strong>, so they reflect raw character strength before any signature investment \u2014 use this guide to prioritize rerolls and resource allocation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/contents>\n\n\n\n

Tier List Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n
SS<\/div>
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Heidi<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
HunterK<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
S<\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Kaira<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Sion<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Nadia<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Nutty<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Soul<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
A<\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Nina<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Iris<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Remi<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Dora<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Ethan<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
B<\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Erling<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Jerry<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Carat<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Jen<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Iron<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
C<\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Mui<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Caroline<\/div><\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Ed<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
D<\/div>
\"\"<\/div>
Simo<\/div><\/div>
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Rak<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

How This Tier List Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before diving into the rankings, here's how each tier is defined so you can adapt the list to your own account and roster:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tier<\/th>Meaning<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
SS<\/strong><\/td>Elite characters that fit any lineup \u2014 strong against any element, with high damage or utility value regardless of team composition<\/td><\/tr>
S<\/strong><\/td>Essential picks for specific elemental content, boosting your whole team's performance<\/td><\/tr>
A<\/strong><\/td>Overall balanced characters with minor flaws but consistently solid performance<\/td><\/tr>
B<\/strong><\/td>Good filler that can substitute for a higher-tier character<\/td><\/tr>
C<\/strong><\/td>Decent, but only contributes to one specific part of team performance<\/td><\/tr>
D<\/strong><\/td>Don't invest resources here<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind this Star Sailors tier list<\/strong> is based purely on character kit and PvE performance \u2014 it does not<\/strong> factor in Signature Memory bonuses. If you've unlocked a character's signature, their real-world power may sit noticeably higher than their base ranking here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SS Tier: The Best Star Sailors Characters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

SS tier represents the top of the Star Sailors meta \u2014 these characters deliver value in virtually any team, making them top priorities for rerolling and long-term investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heidi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Heidi\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Heidi is the best AoE damage dealer<\/strong> in the game right now. She scales extremely hard in Fire teams and grants the whole team a crit rate boost on top of her already massive area damage. She's a near-unanimous pick for the top of any Star Sailors tier list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hunter K<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Hunter<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Hunter K combines strong chain amps with team-wide crit rate, ATK, and SP support, making her excellent in Earth compositions<\/strong>. Some sources rate her S tier, but her breadth of team buffs alongside her chain amp output pushes her into SS territory on most rankings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

S Tier: Elemental Team Cores<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

S tier characters are must-haves for specific elemental content, unlocking a significant power spike for the right team comp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kaira<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Kaira\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A hybrid healer and sub-DPS with strong chain amps and roughly 30% team HP restore. One of the best reroll targets<\/strong> in the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Sion\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

An off-field single-target DPS with huge chain amps and strong Twilight synergy for hybrid crit chain builds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nadia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Nadia\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

An off-field debuffer with chain amps that apply enemy crit-damage vulnerability, a solid early filler for Water Midnight teams<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nutty<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Nutty\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Fills a similar role to Nadia with chain amps and crit-damage vulnerability, but for Earth Midnight teams<\/strong>. A serviceable stand-in until you pull Gerbil or Hunter K.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Soul<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Soul\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A single-target DPS whose chain amps scale off current HP, making him very strong early but prone to falling off mid-game without continued investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Tier: Well-Rounded Performers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A tier characters have some limitations but remain reliable, high-value additions to most teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n