Solo Leveling Arise Tier List March 2026 – Ultimate Rankings

Updated by Tanvi Mukherjee
October 31, 2025
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Welcome to the most comprehensive Solo Leveling Arise tier list available! As someone who’s spent countless hours testing every hunter and analyzing the current meta, I’m excited to share my complete rankings that will help you build the ultimate team. Whether you’re a free-to-play player looking to maximize your resources or a seasoned hunter aiming for the top of the leaderboards, this tier list has everything you need.

In this guide, I’ll break down every hunter in the game, explain the reasoning behind their rankings, provide detailed build recommendations, and share pro tips that most players miss. With the game constantly evolving and new hunters being added regularly, staying updated with the current meta is crucial for success.

Quick Overview: Current Meta Snapshot (March 2026)

Tier	Power Level	Investment Needed	Best For
SS Tier	Game-breaking	Low-Medium	Endgame content, Guild Boss
S Tier	Meta-defining	Medium	Most content, Arena
A Tier	Strong	Medium-High	Progression, Specific teams
B Tier	Viable	High	Niche situations, F2P
C Tier	Situational	Very High	Specific content only
D Tier	Outclassed	Not recommended	Avoid investing

Solo Leveling Arise Tier List (2026)

SS Tier: Game-Breaking Hunters

These hunters define the current meta and should be your top priority for investment. They excel in multiple game modes and can carry teams through the most challenging content.

Thomas Andre

Element: Light
Role: Tank/Support/DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why SS Tier: Thomas Andre is arguably the most versatile hunter in the game. He brings incredible shield capabilities, crowd control immunity, massive damage output, skill reset mechanics, and ultimate availability that makes him indispensable in endgame content.
Best Build: Focus on HP and Defense stats with Break Damage secondary. His exclusive weapon is highly recommended as it enhances his shielding capabilities.
Team Compositions: Works exceptionally well in Light-element teams and as a flex pick in any composition needing tank support.

Go Gunhee

Element: Light
Role: Breaker/Support
Rarity: SSR
Why SS Tier: The best breaker in the game with incredible utility. Go Gunhee defines the current meta with his ability to break enemies quickly while providing substantial team buffs and personal damage output.
Best Build: Prioritize Break Damage and MP Recovery. His weapon enhances his breaking capabilities significantly.
Team Compositions: Essential for Light-element teams and valuable in any composition focused on breaking tough enemies.

Minnie

Element: Dark
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why SS Tier: The new premier Dark DPS who has completely changed the Dark element meta. Minnie excels in ultimate-based teams and has replaced Charlotte as the top Dark damage dealer.
Best Build: Focus on Crit Damage and Attack stats. Her ultimate damage scaling makes investment in these stats crucial.
Team Compositions: Perfect for Dark-element ultimate teams. Keep Sung Il-Hwan in mind as he can either synergize amazingly or potentially replace her depending on future balance changes.

S Tier: Meta-Defining Hunters

These hunters are excellent choices that form the backbone of most competitive teams. They may have some limitations compared to SS tier but are still top-tier performers.

Tawata Kanae

Element: Fire
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why S Tier: Kanae boasts incredible critical hit rates and devastating damage against enemies in break state. However, she’s held back by MP management issues that require specific team support.
Best Build: Prioritize Crit Rate and Crit Damage. MP Recovery stats are essential to maintain her damage output.
Team Compositions: Excels in Fire-element teams with MP support hunters like Esil.

Amamiya Mirei

Element: Wind
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why S Tier: Mirei is incredibly self-sufficient with the ability to recover her own MP, decrease cooldowns, and increase her power gauge. Her high damage output makes her a consistent performer.
Best Build: Focus on Attack and Crit Damage. Her self-sufficiency allows for more offensive stat priorities.
Team Compositions: Works well in Wind-element teams and as a standalone DPS in mixed compositions.

Goto Ryuji

Element: Wind
Role: Breaker/DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why S Tier: Goto provides massive DPS output with high critical rates and powerful break skills. His MP management is excellent, making him reliable in extended battles.
Best Build: Balance between Break Damage and Crit stats. His exclusive weapon enhances his breaking capabilities significantly.
Team Compositions: Essential for Wind-element teams and valuable in any composition needing breaking power.

Isla Wright

Element: Dark
Role: Support
Rarity: SSR
Why S Tier: Isla provides a wide variety of buffs and has a powerful passive that reduces the second character’s ultimate cooldown. She’s immensely powerful when paired with Dark-element hunters.
Best Build: Focus on MP Recovery and Support stats. Her effectiveness comes from her utility rather than personal damage.
Team Compositions: Must-have for Dark-element teams, especially those focused on ultimate spam.

Yoo Soohyun

Element: Fire
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why S Tier: Yoo Soohyun delivers solid DPS regardless of enemy elemental weakness. Her ability to apply Defense Penetration makes bosses less tanky, and she can boost Fire Elemental Damage using Magic Reaction.
Best Build: Prioritize Attack and Defense Penetration stats. Fire Damage bonuses are also valuable.
Team Compositions: Core member of Fire-element teams and effective in mixed compositions.

Cha Hae-In

Element: Light
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why S Tier: Cha Hae-In remains one of the best damage dealers in the game with the ability to prevent enemy healing. She excels at quickly clearing stages due to her high damage output.
Best Build: Focus on Crit Damage and Attack stats. Her healing prevention makes her valuable against bosses with self-healing capabilities.
Team Compositions: Excellent in Light-element teams and as a primary DPS in most compositions.

A Tier: Strong Hunters with Potential

These hunters are solid choices that can perform well with proper investment and team support. They may have specific requirements or limitations but are still viable in most content.

Alicia Blanche

Element: Water
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why A Tier: Alicia is the highest Water DPS in the game with excellent crowd control through freezing abilities. However, she requires significant investment to reach her full potential.
Best Build: Prioritize Attack and Crit Damage. Her freezing abilities make her valuable against groups of enemies.
Team Compositions: Core of Water-element teams, especially those focused on crowd control.

Charlotte

Element: Dark
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why A Tier: Charlotte has multiple crowd-control abilities and excels at burst damage with AoE capabilities. She’s been surpassed by Minnie but remains a strong Dark DPS option.
Best Build: Focus on Attack and AoE Damage stats. Her burst damage potential makes her valuable in specific situations.
Team Compositions: Effective in Dark-element teams, particularly those needing burst damage.

Esil Radiru

Element: Fire
Role: Breaker/Support
Rarity: SSR
Why A Tier: Esil can apply break quickly with the right combos and provides good damage against solo enemies. She has excellent mobility but requires specific team setups.
Best Build: Balance between Break Damage and MP Recovery. Her mobility makes positioning less of an issue.
Team Compositions: Valuable in Fire-element teams and compositions focused on breaking enemies quickly.

Lennart Niermann

Element: Wind
Role: DPS/Support
Rarity: SSR
Why A Tier: Lennart provides strong buffs for Wind teammates and deals impressive damage with his ultimate. He has large AoE attacks and can paralyze enemies with his exclusive weapon.
Best Build: Focus on Attack and Wind Damage bonuses. His ultimate benefits greatly from investment.
Team Compositions: Excellent in Wind-element teams, especially those needing AoE damage.

Yuqi

Element: Fire
Role: Breaker/Support
Rarity: SSR
Why A Tier: Yuqi brings a strong Breaker/Support hybrid to Fire teams, similar to Esil in power but slightly behind. Her utility in high-end content teams is superior to Emma.
Best Build: Prioritize Break Damage and Support stats. Her hybrid nature allows for flexible building.
Team Compositions: Excellent in mono Fire teams and high-end content compositions.

Soyeon

Element: Wind
Role: Breaker/Support
Rarity: SSR
Why A Tier: Soyeon compares favorably to Goto and can sometimes be preferred over him. Wind’s vast pool of amazing hunters allows for multi-breaker setups that amplify main DPS damage.
Best Build: Focus on Break Damage and MP Recovery. Her versatility allows for various build paths.
Team Compositions: Valuable in Wind-element teams, especially those running multiple breakers.

B Tier: Viable with Investment

These hunters can perform adequately with maximum investment but generally fall short compared to higher-tier options. They’re suitable for free-to-play players or specific niche situations.

Gina

Element: Fire
Role: Support/DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why B Tier: Gina generates mana for increased damage output during prolonged battles but requires a top-tier Fire Element team to reach her full potential. Her personal DPS is lackluster.
Best Build: Focus on MP Recovery and Support stats. Her effectiveness is heavily team-dependent.
Team Compositions: Works best in optimized Fire-element teams with other top-tier Fire hunters.

Han Se-Mi

Element: Wind
Role: Healer/Support
Rarity: SSR
Why B Tier: Han Se-Mi provides healing and MP recovery with multiple abilities that have Airborne effects. Her buffs can help teams stay longer in fights but she’s outclassed by dedicated healers.
Best Build: Prioritize Healing and MP Recovery stats. Her supportive nature focuses on utility over damage.
Team Compositions: Useful in teams needing healing support, particularly Wind-element compositions.

Harper

Element: Dark
Role: DPS/Breaker
Rarity: SSR
Why B Tier: Harper has high damage output and multiple break-applying skills. She provides buffs to other Dark element hunters but is generally outperformed by other Dark options.
Best Build: Balance between Attack and Break Damage. Her hybrid nature allows for flexible building.
Team Compositions: Effective in Dark-element teams but not optimal compared to other Dark hunters.

Meilin Fisher

Element: Water
Role: Healer/Support
Rarity: SSR
Why B Tier: Meilin is a decent healer with decent attack when her HP is high. She shines in supporting her team with buffs and can remove enemy shields with her basic skill.
Best Build: Focus on Healing and Support stats. Her shield removal ability is valuable in specific situations.
Team Compositions: Useful in Water-element teams needing healing support.

Sung Jinah

Element: Wind
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why B Tier: Sung Jinah has absurdly fast MP recovery and balanced stats, packing a serious punch. However, she’s generally outperformed by other Wind DPS options.
Best Build: Prioritize Attack and MP Recovery. Her fast MP generation allows for aggressive skill usage.
Team Compositions: Effective in Wind-element teams but not optimal compared to other Wind hunters.

C Tier: Situational Hunters

These hunters are generally mediocre or best suited for specific roles opposite to their primary function. They should only be considered for very specific content or if you have no other options.

Min Byung-Gu

Element: Light
Role: Healer/Support
Rarity: SSR
Why C Tier: Min Byung-Gu is the best healer in the game with great support capabilities, but healers are generally less valuable in the current damage-focused meta.
Best Build: Focus on Healing and Support stats. His effectiveness is limited by the meta’s focus on damage.
Team Compositions: Useful in content requiring sustained healing but generally outclassed by damage-focused supports.

MIYEON

Element: Light
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why C Tier: MIYEON has high AoE potential and strong overall damage output, but she’s generally outperformed by other Light DPS options.
Best Build: Prioritize Attack and AoE Damage. Her effectiveness is limited by better Light alternatives.
Team Compositions: Can work in Light-element teams but not optimal compared to other Light hunters.

SHUHUA

Element: Water
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why C Tier: SHUHUA has great sustained DPS with fast and frequent core attacks and effortless MP management, but she’s generally outperformed by other Water DPS options.
Best Build: Focus on Attack and Attack Speed. Her sustained damage is good but not exceptional.
Team Compositions: Can work in Water-element teams but not optimal compared to other Water hunters.

Seo Jiwoo

Element: Water
Role: Breaker/Tank
Rarity: SSR
Why C Tier: Seo Jiwoo has the best break capabilities out of all hunters, which is great for bosses, and provides team with shields or bonus break damage. However, her damage output is lacking.
Best Build: Prioritize Break Damage and HP/Defense. Her effectiveness is limited to specific breaking-focused content.
Team Compositions: Useful in content requiring breaking but generally outclassed by damage-focused options.

D Tier: Outclassed Hunters

These hunters are generally not worth investing in due to better options being available. They should be avoided unless you have no other choices.

Choi Jong-In

Element: Fire
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why D Tier: Choi Jong-In has high Fire damage at range with good DoT capabilities and debuffs, but he’s completely outclassed by other Fire DPS options.
Best Build: Not recommended due to better alternatives available.
Team Compositions: Avoid investing; use other Fire hunters instead.

Emma Laurent

Element: Fire
Role: Support/Breaker
Rarity: SSR
Why D Tier: Emma was once considered the best all-around character but has been power crept by newer options. Her break damage and AoE are no longer competitive.
Best Build: Not recommended due to better alternatives available.
Team Compositions: Avoid investing; use other Fire supports instead.

Lee Bora

Element: Dark
Role: DPS
Rarity: SSR
Why D Tier: Lee Bora has decent Dark damage and is good for boss content, but she’s completely outclassed by other Dark DPS options.
Best Build: Not recommended due to better alternatives available.
Team Compositions: Avoid investing; use other Dark hunters instead.

Tier List Criteria and Methodology

Understanding how hunters are ranked is crucial for making informed decisions about your investments. Here’s the methodology I use for evaluating each hunter:

Evaluation Factors

1. Damage Output

Base damage statistics and scaling
Critical hit rate and damage potential
Area of Effect capabilities
Damage consistency across different content types

2. Utility and Versatility

Break effectiveness and application speed
Support capabilities (buffs, debuffs, healing)
Crowd control potential
MP management and sustainability

3. Team Synergy

Element team compatibility
Role flexibility within team compositions
Synergy with other top-tier hunters
Performance in both mono-element and mixed teams

4. Investment Efficiency

Performance at A0 (base level)
Power spikes at different investment levels (A3, A5)
Weapon necessity and impact
Resource requirements for optimal performance

5. Game Mode Performance

Story mode effectiveness
Guild Boss viability
Arena competitiveness
Special event performance

Investment Levels Explained

A0 (Base Investment)

All hunters evaluated at their base level
No exclusive weapons or significant investment
Represents F2P and low-spender accessibility

A3 (Medium Investment)

Moderate resource investment
Some exclusive weapons or enhancements
Represents average player commitment

A5 (Maximum Investment)

Full resource investment
All exclusive weapons and max enhancements
Represents whale and dedicated player performance

2026 Recent Meta Changes and Updates

The Solo Leveling Arise meta is constantly evolving with new hunter releases and balance changes. Here are the most significant recent changes that impact the current tier list:

October 2025 Updates

New Additions:

Frieren – Recently added to the tier list, exact placement still being evaluated
Stark – New hunter with potential impact on team compositions
Sung Il-Hwan – Added in September, showing strong synergy possibilities

Significant Movements:

Minnie promoted to SS tier, replacing Charlotte as premier Dark DPS
Goto moved from SS to S tier due to Soyeon’s arrival
Charlotte demoted from SS to S+ tier with Minnie’s introduction

September 2025 Balance Changes

Element Adjustments:

Fire: Esil received tier bump, Gina remains strong but is the weaker Fire trio member
Water: Alicia regained some power but remains comparable to Shuhua
Wind: Lennart moved to S+ after extensive testing, Jinchul dropped to S tier

Individual Changes:

Yuqi and Soyeon both promoted to S+ tier
Multiple hunters received adjustments to better fit current team compositions

Team Composition Recommendations (2026)

Building the right team is just as important as having strong hunters. Here are some proven team compositions for different game modes:

Ultimate Endgame Team

Composition: Thomas Andre + Minnie + Isla Wright + Goto Ryuji

Element Synergy: Light/Dark hybrid with Wind support
Strengths: Maximum breaking power, incredible damage output, excellent survivability
Best For: Guild Boss, highest difficulty content

F2P Friendly Team

Composition: Yoo Soohyun + Esil Radiru + Han Se-Mi + Sung Jinah

Element Synergy: Fire/Wind hybrid
Strengths: Good damage output, healing support, MP management
Best For: Story progression, daily content

Arena Dominance Team

Composition: Cha Hae-In + Tawata Kanae + Amamiya Mirei + Go Gunhee

Element Synergy: Light/Fire/Wind hybrid
Strengths: Burst damage, breaking power, versatility
Best For: PvP, Arena competitions

Element-Specific Teams

Mono Fire Team: Yoo Soohyun + Esil Radiru + Gina + Yuqi

Strengths: Consistent Fire damage, good breaking, MP generation
Best For: Fire-advantage content, guild contributions

Mono Water Team: Alicia Blanche + Meilin Fisher + SHUHUA + Seo Jiwoo

Strengths: Freezing capabilities, sustained damage, shield removal
Best For: Water-advantage content, boss fights

Mono Wind Team: Amamiya Mirei + Goto Ryuji + Soyeon + Sung Jinah

Strengths: Fast MP recovery, breaking power, versatility
Best For: Wind-advantage content, speed runs

Investment Guide and Resource Management

Making smart investment decisions is crucial for long-term success in Solo Leveling Arise. Here’s my comprehensive guide to resource management:

Priority Investment Targets

SS Tier Hunters (Highest Priority)

Thomas Andre: Essential for endgame content
Go Gunhee: Best breaker in the game
Minnie: Current top Dark DPS

S Tier Hunters (High Priority)

Tawata Kanae: Excellent DPS with proper support
Amamiya Mirei: Self-sufficient and reliable
Goto Ryuji: Versatile breaker/DPS hybrid

Resource Allocation Strategy

Tickets and Draws

Save tickets for SS tier hunters
Consider S tier hunters if you have extra resources
Avoid spending on C and D tier hunters

Enhancement Materials

Prioritize your main DPS hunters first
Invest in supports that enable your DPS
Keep some materials flexible for new hunter releases

Weapon Upgrades

Exclusive weapons are worth it for SS and top S tier hunters
Consider weapon necessity before investing
Some hunters perform well without their exclusive weapons

Free-to-Play Strategy

Focus on:

Building one strong element team (Fire or Wind recommended)
Investing in versatile hunters that work in multiple compositions
Taking advantage of event rewards and free resources

Avoid:

Spreading resources too thin across multiple elements
Investing in hunters that require specific team compositions
Chasing every new hunter without planning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best hunter in Solo Leveling Arise?

Thomas Andre is currently considered the best overall hunter due to his incredible versatility, providing tank capabilities, crowd control immunity, massive damage output, and utility that makes him indispensable in endgame content.

How often is the tier list updated?

This tier list is updated monthly or whenever significant balance changes occur. The last major update was in October 2025 with the addition of Frieren and Stark.

Should I pull for new hunters or invest in existing ones?

It depends on your current roster and resource situation. Generally, SS and S tier hunters are worth investing in, while new hunters should be evaluated based on their performance and synergy with your existing team.

What element is the best in Solo Leveling Arise?

Currently, Light and Dark elements are considered the strongest due to hunters like Thomas Andre, Go Gunhee, and Minnie. However, Fire and Wind also have strong team compositions that can compete at the highest level.

How important are exclusive weapons?

Exclusive weapons can significantly enhance a hunter’s performance, especially for SS and S tier hunters. However, some hunters perform well even without their exclusive weapons, so evaluate based on your specific situation.

What’s the difference between A0 and A5 investment?

A0 represents base performance with minimal investment, while A5 shows maximum potential with full resources. Some hunters have massive power spikes at certain investment levels, making them more valuable for dedicated players.

Can I succeed with only F2P hunters?

Yes, many F2P hunters are viable and can clear most content. Focus on building a strong team composition rather than individual hunter rarity.

How do I build the best team composition?

Consider element synergy, role balance (DPS, breaker, support), and hunter abilities. A good team typically includes 1-2 DPS, 1 breaker, and 1-2 supports/healers.

Conclusion and Future Updates

This Solo Leveling Arise tier list represents the current state of the game as of March 2026. The meta continues to evolve with new hunter releases and balance changes, so staying informed is crucial for maintaining your competitive edge.

Remember that tier lists are guidelines, not absolute rules. Your personal playstyle, existing hunter roster, and preferred game modes should all influence your investment decisions. The most successful players adapt to the meta while building teams that suit their individual preferences.

Be sure to bookmark this page and check back regularly for updates, as I’ll continue to refine these rankings based on new releases, balance changes, and community feedback. The world of Solo Leveling Arise is constantly changing, and staying ahead of the curve is key to becoming the ultimate hunter!