Goddess of Victory: Nikke Tier List & Team Guide

You want to know which characters stand out in the current meta. Right now, units like Liter, Red Hood, and Modernia lead most teams in Goddess of Victory: Nikke. You may find that team synergy often wins over picking the strongest unit. Matching skills and roles creates powerful combinations. Focus on building teams that work together, not just on individual rankings. This approach helps you succeed in both early and late game content. If you need Gems to recruit these top-tier Nikkes, check out the Goddess of Victory: Nikke Top Up page on ManaBuy.

Goddess of Victory Tier List Overview

S-Tier and Meta Picks

You might wonder which characters are the best in Goddess of Victory. Right now, some units do well almost everywhere. These S-tier characters have high stats and strong skills. They also fit into many team setups. Look at the table below to see the top S-tier picks:

Burst Type	S-Tier Characters
Burst I	Little Mermaid, Rapi: Red Hood
Burst III	Scarlet: Black Shadow, Modernia
Burst II	N/A

Burst I and Burst III have the best choices now. Little Mermaid and Red Hood help with damage and support. Scarlet: Black Shadow and Modernia deal lots of burst damage. They are great for boss fights and campaign stages.

Tip: S-tier characters help your team use Full Burst more often. This lets you do more damage and beat enemies faster.

S-tier units also help your team in other ways. Red Hood can help your team survive longer. Modernia can clear waves with her area attacks. These characters work in many team setups. You can use them in most game modes.

See how top teams use these S-tier units in the table below:

Team Composition	Characters Involved	Description
Maid Team	Mast (Burst II), Anchor (Burst I)	High burst damage, a classic combo in the game.
All-Purpose Campaign Team	Liter (Burst I), Centi, Scarlet/Modernia/Red Hood	Strong team for campaign, gives buffs and keeps your team alive while clearing enemies.
Budget "National" Team	Pepper, N102, Harran	Good for players without top units, uses T1/T2 characters well.

Try to build your team around these S-tier units if you have them. They make your team stronger and more flexible. You can use them in campaign and special events.

Top A-Tier Alternatives

Not everyone has S-tier characters. You may need to use A-tier units, especially when you start playing Goddess of Victory. A-tier characters can still do well. But they often need help from other units to be their best.

Here is a quick look at S-tier and A-tier characters:

Tier	Characteristics
S	High stats and damage, good in all game modes.
A	Needs help to work well, not as useful as S-tier characters.

A-tier units are not as strong or flexible as S-tier picks. They may need a special team or strong support to do well. Some A-tier attackers need a buffer or healer to survive hard fights. You can still finish most content with A-tier units. But you need to plan your team more.

Note: The meta in Goddess of Victory changes over time. Some characters move down as new units come out. For example, Naga, Tia, and Helm (Treasure) are not top picks now. Modernia and Quency have also dropped, showing how the game changes.

Always check the newest tier lists and change your teams as the meta shifts. Building a team that works well together is better than just picking the highest-ranked units.

Tier List Method & Updates

Ranking Criteria

You want to know how the tier list ranks characters in Goddess of Victory. The ranking system uses several important factors. You should look for units that perform well in many situations. Here are the main points used to judge each character:

Damage output and burst potential
Buffs, debuffs, and support utility
Team synergy and ease of use
Sustainability in long fights and raids

You will see that the best characters do more than just high damage. They help your team survive and win tough battles. The list also checks how easy it is to use a character in different teams. Some units work well in every mode, while others need special setups. The tier list also considers how rare a character is and how hard it is to get them.

The rankings cover all major game modes. You can use this list for Solo Raid, Union Raid, and late-game boss stages. This helps you plan for every part of the game.

Update Frequency

You need the most current information to build strong teams. The tier list updates every two weeks. Updates also happen when new characters appear through limited banners. Major game updates can change the meta right away, so the list gets checked and changed as needed. For the latest changes, keep an eye on our Meta Updates (Note: using similar tier list guide link as proxy).

Here is a quick look at how update cycles affect the tier list:

Update Frequency	Impact on Tier Lists
Every 6-8 weeks	Major shifts in meta due to balance changes and new character releases

The tier list is always changing. You get the latest strategies and rankings as new patches and characters come out. This keeps your team guide useful and up to date.

Roles Breakdown

Best DPS Choices

You need strong damage dealers to beat enemies fast. Modernia and Scarlet: Black Shadow are top DPS picks. Modernia uses her machine gun to hit many targets. Scarlet: Black Shadow does big burst damage. She is great for boss fights. Red Hood also does high damage and helps your team live longer. These characters fit most teams and help you finish hard stages.

Best Support Units

Support units help your team stay alive and do more damage. You should pick units that boost attack, speed up burst skills, or give shields. The table below shows some of the best support units from recent player data:

Character	Role	Effectiveness
Poli	Shielder	High pick rate due to attack boosts and party-wide barrier
Dolla	Support	Increases burst cooldown speed, effective in team compositions
Anis	Defender	Rapidly charges Burst gauge, widely used due to availability

Poli gives your team a shield and boosts attack. Dolla helps your team use burst skills more often. Anis charges the Burst gauge fast, so many players use her.

Best Tanks & Defenders

Tanks and defenders keep your team safe from damage. You want units with strong defense skills and helpful passives. The table below lists some of the best tanks and defenders:

Character	Regular Skill	Burst Skill	Passive Skills	Weapon Type
Ludmilla	Inflicts DMG	Boosts DEF for allies	Reduces ATK/DEF of enemies, triggers taunt	SMG
Noah	Inflicts DMG	Boosts ATK for self	Reduces DMG taken for allies, boosts CRIT and grants penetration	Rocket Launcher
Novel	Inflicts DMG	Increases enemy DMG taken	Reduces enemy DEF	SMG

Ludmilla stands out for her taunt and defense boost. Noah helps allies take less damage and boosts her own attack. Novel lowers enemy defense, so your team does more damage.

Flexible/Hybrid Options

Some characters can do more than one job. You can use units like Harran, who does damage and raises her critical rate. These hybrid units help you handle different stages and team needs. Flexible characters make it easier to build a strong team, even if you do not have top-tier picks. In Goddess of Victory, mixing roles often works better.

Team Building in Goddess of Victory

Building a strong team in Goddess of Victory means more than picking the highest-ranked characters. You want your team members to work well together. When you focus on synergy, your team can use better strategies and balance damage, support, and control. Teams built with synergy often win more battles than teams made from only top-ranked units.

Beginner Team Setups

If you just started playing, you may not have many top-tier characters. You can still build a solid team using easy-to-get units. For additional beginner tips, check out our Starter Guide (Note: using similar beginner guide link as proxy). Here is a table with some of the most effective beginner team compositions:

Character	Role	Burst Skill Description
Rapi	Assault Rifle	Maintains constant pressure on enemies; III Burst targets foe with highest attack stat.
Anis	Rocket Launcher	Slow but powerful against tanky foes; II Burst has a short cooldown for Full Burst.
Soldier EG	Assault Rifle	Balanced weapon; high ammo capacity; III Burst delivers final blow to all enemies.
Ether	Shotgun	Provides defensive capabilities; I Burst shields allies with low health.
Exia	Sniper	Targets multiple foes with high defense; Burst I ability strikes weak spots effectively.

You can use these characters to cover all roles. This setup helps you survive and deal steady damage.

Intermediate Teams

As you unlock more characters, you can start mixing in A-tier and some S-tier units. Try to balance your team with one or two strong damage dealers, a support, and a defender. For example, you might use Modernia for damage, Dolla for support, and Ludmilla as a tank. This mix lets you handle harder stages and boss fights.

Advanced/Meta Teams

When you have access to top-tier units, you can build meta teams. These teams often include Liter, Red Hood, and Scarlet: Black Shadow. You want to match their skills for maximum burst damage and survival. Advanced teams use perfect timing for skills and bursts. This setup helps you clear the hardest content in the game.

Teams for Different Modes

You should change your team based on the game mode. For campaign stages, use area damage and healing. In boss fights, pick units with high single-target damage and shields. For PvP, choose characters with control skills and fast bursts. Always adjust your team to fit the challenge.

Tip: Try different team setups to find what works best for you. Synergy often matters more than just picking the strongest character.

Resource Investment Guide

Upgrade Priorities

You want your team to do well. Picking the right Nikkes to upgrade is important. Not every Nikke should get the same upgrades. Some Nikkes help in every fight. Others are only good in special battles. Use the table below to help you choose who to upgrade:

Priority Level	Description
Low	Nikkes that are not worth investing in as their skills have minimal impact in battle.
Mid	Nikkes with skills that are useful but not optimal compared to meta options.
Mid-High	Nikkes with skills that can be impactful in specific scenarios.
High	Nikkes with significant skills that can greatly influence battles.
Highest	Nikkes with extremely potent skills that benefit any team, such as DPS or attack buffs.

Put your resources into Nikkes in the "High" and "Highest" groups. These Nikkes make your team much stronger. They help you beat hard stages. Do not use too many materials on low-priority Nikkes. Save your items for the best units that will help you win.

Managing Resources

Using your resources wisely keeps your team strong. Upgrade your main characters’ equipment first. This makes your team stronger fast. Share upgrade items with your main team to keep them even. Pick better rarity gear when you can. These items give your Nikkes the biggest boost.

Planning your upgrades and spending helps a lot. Here are some good things about smart resource use:

Good habits and planning help you move forward.
Using resources during events gives you more value.
Smart management stops you from rushing later and makes the game more fun.

Tip: Always check which Nikkes and gear help your team most before you spend. Planning now will save you problems in the future.

Character Acquisition & Planning

How to Get Top Characters

You want the best Nikkes for your team. You can use several methods to get top-tier characters in Goddess of Victory: Nikke. Here is a step-by-step approach many players use:

Log into the game as a guest and play through the tutorial.
Finish the tutorial and use your free 10x summon. This gives you a guaranteed SSR Nikke.
Claim your pre-registration rewards. These rewards give you extra summon tickets.
Use all your available pulls and check if you received any top-tier characters.
If you do not get the characters you want, restart the game and repeat the process.

This process is called rerolling. Rerolling helps you start the game with strong characters. You can repeat these steps until you get the Nikkes you want.

You can also use gems to recruit new Nikkes. Gems are very important in this game. You can buy gems with real money, or you can earn them by playing. Use gems to summon new characters or get materials to make your team stronger.

Event banners and limited-time offers give you more chances to get high-tier Nikkes. Special events often feature powerful units that are only available for a short time. You can earn a lot of gems during these events. Use these gems to increase your chances of getting rare characters.

Tip: Save your gems for special banners. These banners often have the best characters.

Planning for Updates

You should always plan for new updates. Upcoming banners and events can change which characters are available. Check the schedule for special recruit banners and story events. Here is a table with some recent examples:

Character	Acquisition Method	Availability Dates
Nayuta	Special Recruit banner	Oct 30 - Nov 20
Liberalio	Special Recruit banner	Nov 6 - Nov 27
Chime	Fall story event (free acquisition)	Not through a banner

Plan your gem spending around these dates. Save resources for banners that feature the characters you want. Some events let you get strong Nikkes for free, so always check event details. Careful planning helps you build a powerful team and keeps you ready for new content.

You can use the tier list to build strong teams for both quick wins and future goals. Each role helps your team in different ways:

Role	Description
DPS	Deals fast damage for tough stages.
Offensive Supports	Boost your team’s power for better results.
Defensive Supports	Keep your team safe and steady.
Energy Supports	Help your team use skills more often.
Shielder	Adds extra protection against strong foes.

Stay flexible as new updates arrive. Try new team setups and focus on synergy and smart resource use for the best results. And remember, ManaBuy is always here to support your journey with the best top-up deals.

FAQ

What is the best way to reroll for top-tier Nikkes?

You should reroll by playing through the tutorial, using your free summons, and restarting if you do not get top-tier units. Focus on getting Liter, Red Hood, or Modernia for a strong start.

How often should you update your team composition?

You should review your team after every major update or new character release. The meta changes often. Adjust your team to match new strategies and available units.

Can you clear late-game content without S-tier characters?

Yes, you can clear late-game stages with A-tier units. Build teams with good synergy. Use supports and tanks to help your damage dealers survive. Smart team building matters more than just having S-tier units.

What resources should you prioritize for upgrades?

Focus on upgrading your main team’s gear and skills first. Use your best materials on high-impact Nikkes. Save rare resources for top-tier units or those that help in every game mode.