Umamusume: Pretty Derby Character Tier List (March 2026)

Updated by Ankit Babal
October 15, 2025
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Umamusume: Pretty Derby Character Tier List 2025

Welcome to the most comprehensive Umamusume tier list for March 2026! As a dedicated player who’s spent countless hours training horse girls and analyzing the meta, I’m excited to share my complete ranking of all characters and support cards. Whether you’re a new player just starting your journey at Tracen Academy or a veteran trainer looking to optimize your team for Champions Meeting, this guide has everything you need.

In this ultimate tier list, I’ll break down the best Umamusume characters and support cards based on their performance in current game modes, including URA Finale, Champions Meeting, and Team Trials. I’ve analyzed data from multiple sources, including recent updates and community feedback, to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date rankings possible.

What You’ll Learn in This Guide (2026)

Section	Content Coverage
Character Tier List	Complete rankings with stat analysis and meta considerations
Support Card Tier List	Best cards for training, organized by stat type and rarity
Reroll Strategy	How to start with optimal characters and support cards
Meta Analysis	Current game mode strategies and team compositions
FAQ Section	Answers to common questions about tier lists and character selection

Understanding Umamusume Tier Lists

Before diving into the rankings, it’s essential to understand how tier lists work in Umamusume: Pretty Derby. Unlike many gacha games where character rarity determines everything, Umamusume has a unique system where:

Character choice matters less than support cards – The right support cards can make any character viable
Different versions of the same character can have vastly different stat growths and abilities
Game mode considerations – Some characters excel in URA Finale while others dominate Champions Meeting
Team composition – Synergy between characters and support cards is crucial for success

Based on my analysis of current data from October 2025, the meta has evolved significantly with recent additions like Maruzensky (Hot☆Summer Night) and Special Week (Hopp’n♪Happy Heart) shaking up the rankings.

Umamusume Character Tier List March 2026

S-Tier Characters (Meta-Defining)

These characters represent the absolute best choices for competitive play, offering exceptional stat growth, unique abilities, and versatility across multiple game modes.

Oguri Cap (Starlight Beat)

Rarity: SSR
Stat Growth: Speed +20%, Power +10%
Best For: Front Runner strategies, Champions Meeting
Why S-Tier: Oguri Cap remains the gold standard for front runner compositions. With exceptional speed growth and solid power stats, she dominates early races and maintains momentum throughout. Her unique abilities synergize perfectly with current meta support cards.

Maruzensky (Hot☆Summer Night)

Rarity: SSR
Stat Growth: Speed +15%, Wit +15%
Best For: PvP Champions Meeting, Front Runner setups
Why S-Tier: The newest addition to the S-tier, Maruzensky’s summer variant brings incredible versatility. Her balanced speed and wit growth make her perfect for technical races, and her unique skill “A Kiss for Courage” activates in the second half when using recovery skills.

Special Week (Special Dreamer)

Rarity: SSR
Stat Growth: Stamina +20%, Wit +10%
Best For: Late Surge strategies, URA Finale
Why S-Tier: Special Week’s exceptional stamina growth makes her nearly unbeatable in longer races. She’s the perfect choice for players who prefer a late surge strategy, and her consistency across different game modes makes her a safe pick for any team.

A-Tier Characters (Excellent Choices)

These characters are strong contenders that can compete at high levels with the right support and strategy.

Tokai Teio (Peak Joy)

Rarity: SSR
Stat Growth: Speed +20%, Stamina +10%
Best For: All-around performance, multiple race types
Why A-Tier: Tokai Teio offers incredible versatility with balanced speed and stamina growth. While not quite as specialized as S-tier characters, her adaptability makes her valuable in various situations.

Silence Suzuka (Innocent Silence)

Rarity: SSR
Stat Growth: Speed +20%, Guts +10%
Best For: Sprint races, early-game dominance
Why A-Tier: Silence Suzuka excels in shorter races where her speed advantage can be maximized. Her guts growth provides welcome durability, making her less vulnerable to random setbacks.

Fuji Kiseki (Shooting Star Revue)

Rarity: SSR
Stat Growth: Power +20%, Wit +10%
Best For: Power-based strategies, technical races
Why A-Tier: Fuji Kiseki’s unique power-focused growth makes her excellent for breaking through tough competition. Her wit growth helps with skill activation, making her a technical powerhouse.

B-Tier Characters (Solid Options)

These characters are viable with proper support but may require more specific team compositions to reach their full potential.

Gold Ship (Red Strife)

Rarity: SR
Stat Growth: Stamina +20%, Power +10%
Best For: Endurance races, defensive strategies
Why B-Tier: Despite being SR rarity, Gold Ship’s impressive stamina growth makes her surprisingly competitive. She excels in longer races but may struggle against top-tier speed specialists.

Grass Wonder (Saintly Jade Cleric)

Rarity: SSR
Stat Growth: Balanced growth across multiple stats
Best For: Balanced team compositions, flexible strategies
Why B-Tier: Grass Wonder offers good versatility but lacks the specialization that pushes characters into higher tiers. She’s a solid choice for players who prefer balanced approaches.

C-Tier Characters (Niche Use)

These characters have specific use cases but generally require significant support to compete effectively.

Nice Nature (Poinsettia Ribbon)

Rarity: R
Stat Growth: Modest stat increases
Best For: Budget teams, specific scenario requirements
Why C-Tier: Nice Nature’s low rarity and modest stats make her challenging to use competitively. However, she can be viable in specific scenarios or for budget-conscious players.

Rice Shower (Rosy Dreams)

Rarity: SSR
Stat Growth: Specialized in less critical stats
Best For: Very specific team compositions
Why C-Tier: Despite SSR rarity, Rice Shower’s stat distribution doesn’t align well with current meta requirements, making her a niche pick at best.

Umamusume Support Card Tier List (March 2026)

Support cards are arguably more important than character selection in Umamusume. The right support cards can dramatically improve your training efficiency and race performance. Here’s my complete ranking:

SS-Tier Support Cards (Must-Have)

[Wave of Gratitude] Fine Motion

Rarity: SSR
Stat Focus: Speed, Stamina
Why SS-Tier: Fine Motion is universally considered the best support card in the game. Her exceptional stat bonuses, powerful training events, and versatility make her essential for any serious player. If you’re rerolling, this should be your primary target.

[Piece of Mind] Super Creek

Rarity: SSR
Stat Focus: Stamina, Power
Why SS-Tier: Super Creek provides incredible stamina and power bonuses, making her perfect for building durable characters. Her training events are among the best in the game, and she synergizes well with virtually any team composition.

[Fire at My Heels] Kitasan Black

Rarity: SSR
Stat Focus: Speed, Guts
Why SS-Tier: Kitasan Black offers an excellent balance of speed and guts, making her perfect for aggressive strategies. Her unique abilities can turn the tide of close races, and her training efficiency is unmatched.

S-Tier Support Cards (Excellent Investments)

[Champion’s Passion] El Condor Pasa

Rarity: SSR
Stat Focus: Speed, Power
Why S-Tier: El Condor Pasa provides outstanding speed and power bonuses, making her ideal for offensive-minded players. Her training events are consistently strong, and she works well in multiple team compositions.

[Double Carrot Punch!] Biko Pegasus

Rarity: SSR
Stat Focus: Stamina, Guts
Why S-Tier: Biko Pegasus excels at providing stamina and guts, making her perfect for characters who need to endure longer races. Her unique abilities can provide crucial advantages in extended competitions.

[Eat Fast! Yum Fast!] Sakura Bakushin O

Rarity: SSR
Stat Focus: Speed, Wit
Why S-Tier: Sakura Bakushin O offers excellent speed and wit bonuses, making her perfect for technical players who rely on skill activation. Her training events are among the most efficient in the game.

A-Tier Support Cards (Solid Choices)

These support cards are strong investments that can significantly improve your team performance:

[Beyond This Shining Moment] Silence Suzuka – Great speed and guts balance
[Dream Big!] Tokai Teio – Excellent all-around performance
[Experimental Studies on Subject A] Agnes Tachyon – Unique power-focused bonuses
[Get Lots of Hugs for Me] Oguri Cap – Strong speed and stamina combination
[The Perfect Book for You] Zenno Rob Roy – Versatile stat distribution

B-Tier Support Cards (Situational Use)

These support cards have specific use cases but can be effective in the right situations:

[///WARNING GATE///] Shinko Windy – Good for specific team compositions
[5:00 a.m.-Right on Schedule] Eishin Flash – Excellent for early-game strategies
[Fairest Fleur] Grass Wonder – Balanced but not exceptional
[Head-On Fight!] Bamboo Memory – Strong in power-focused teams

Complete Training Easiness Tier List

Based on my analysis of current game data and community feedback, here’s how characters rank in terms of training easiness – essentially how quickly and efficiently they can reach their full potential.

SS-Tier Training Easiness

Oguri Cap (Starlight Beat) – Exceptionally easy to train with optimal stat growth
Sakura Bakushin O (Blossom in Learning) – R rarity but trains like an SSR
Curren Chan (Fille Éclair) – Recent addition with incredible training efficiency

S-Tier Training Easiness

Maruzensky (Hot☆Summer Night) – New summer variant with excellent growth rates
Seiun Sky (Reeling in the Big One) – Balanced and efficient training curve
Agnes Tachyon (Tach-nology) – R rarity that trains exceptionally well
Mayano Top Gun (Sunlight Bouquet) – Versatile and easy to maximize

A-Tier Training Easiness

Special Week (Hopp’n♪Happy Heart) – Good stamina focus with reasonable training
Tokai Teio (Beyond the Horizon) – Balanced but requires more attention
El Condor Pasa (Kukulkan Warrior) – Strong but needs specific support cards
Fuji Kiseki (Shooting Star Revue) – Power-focused with decent efficiency

Current Meta Analysis for (March 2026)

The current meta in Umamusume has evolved significantly with recent updates. Here are the key trends and strategies dominating the competitive scene:

Champions Meeting Meta

The Leo Cup has introduced new dynamics to Champions Meeting play:

Front Runner strategies are dominant, with Maruzensky (Hot☆Summer Night) leading the charge
Recovery skill combos are essential for maintaining position in the second half of races
Speed-focused builds remain competitive but require more technical play
Late Surge strategies are making a comeback with improved stamina management

URA Finale Optimization

For URA Finale success, focus on:

Balanced stat distribution – No single stat should be neglected
Skill inheritance planning – Choose skills that complement your character’s natural abilities
Support card synergy – Ensure your support cards work well together
Race-specific optimization – Different races require different approaches

Team Trials Considerations

Team Trials require a different approach:

Consistency over peak performance – Reliable characters outperform volatile ones
Team composition balance – Cover different running styles and distance preferences
Support card diversity – Don’t stack too many cards of the same type
Adaptability – Be prepared to adjust strategies based on opponent teams

Reroll Guide for Optimal Start

If you’re starting fresh or creating a new account, here’s my recommended reroll strategy:

Priority Targets

[Wave of Gratitude] Fine Motion – The single best support card
[Piece of Mind] Super Creek – Essential for stamina-based teams
[Fire at My Heels] Kitasan Black – Perfect for speed-focused strategies

Step-by-Step Reroll Process

Complete the tutorial (skip if you’ve seen it before)
Collect all starting rewards and currency
Pull on the Support Card banners
If you don’t get at least one SS-tier support card, delete user data and repeat
Once you have optimal support cards, focus on building your team around their strengths

Time Investment vs. Reward

1-2 hours of rerolling can set you up for months of success
SS-tier support cards provide more long-term value than SSR characters
Account progression is significantly faster with optimal starting cards

Advanced Strategies and Pro Tips

Support Card Deck Building

Building an effective support card deck requires careful consideration:

Stat balance – Ensure you have coverage for all important stats
Rarity consideration – SSR cards are generally better, but some SR cards outperform them
Event synergy – Choose cards whose training events complement each other
Character compatibility – Match support cards to your character’s strengths

Skill Inheritance Planning

Strategic skill inheritance can dramatically improve your characters:

Priority skills – Focus on skills that address your character’s weaknesses
Synergistic combinations – Some skills work better together than others
Race-specific skills – Choose skills appropriate for your target races
Activation rate consideration – Higher activation rates often trump more powerful effects

Training Optimization

Maximize your training efficiency with these advanced techniques:

Event planning – Schedule training sessions around positive events
Stat focus – Prioritize stats that matter most for your character
Recovery management – Balance training intensity with recovery needs
Long-term planning – Consider your character’s final race requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a character S-tier in Umamusume?

S-tier characters typically have exceptional stat growth (20%+ in key stats), versatile abilities that work well in multiple game modes, and strong synergy with current meta support cards. They also tend to be easier to train effectively.

Are support cards more important than characters?

Generally, yes. While good characters provide a solid foundation, the right support cards can dramatically improve training efficiency and race performance. A well-supported B-tier character often outperforms a poorly supported S-tier character.

How often are tier lists updated?

Tier lists should be updated regularly, especially after new character releases, balance changes, or major game updates. Based on current data, this tier list reflects the meta as of October 2025, including recent additions like Maruzensky (Hot☆Summer Night).

What’s the best team composition for beginners?

For beginners, I recommend a balanced team with:

One speed-focused character (like Oguri Cap)
One stamina-focused character (like Special Week)
Support cards that provide balanced stat coverage
Focus on URA Finale first, then expand to Champions Meeting

How do I know if my team is competitive?

A competitive team should:

Consistently achieve A-rank or higher in URA Finale
Perform well in Team Trials
Have balanced stats with no major weaknesses
Win most races against AI opponents
Be able to adapt to different race types and conditions

What should I prioritize when pulling for new characters?

Prioritize based on:

Support cards first (especially SS-tier ones)
Characters that fill gaps in your current team
Characters with unique abilities that complement your playstyle
Limited-time versions that offer significant improvements

Conclusion and Next Steps

This comprehensive Umamusume tier list for March 2026 should give you everything you need to build competitive teams and dominate in both URA Finale and Champions Meeting. Remember that while tier lists provide excellent guidance, the most important factor is finding characters and strategies that work well with your personal playstyle.

For more detailed guides on specific aspects of Umamusume, check out our other articles:

The meta is constantly evolving, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back regularly for updates. With the right knowledge and strategy, you’ll be climbing the ranks and achieving victory in no time!

Remember: The best Umamusume is the one you enjoy playing with the most. Use this tier list as a guide, but don’t be afraid to experiment with your favorites!