Honkai Star Rail tier list 2026: who to build first

How to read this tier list

This is upgrade priority for a typical Honkai: Star Rail account, not absolute character power.

S — build earlier

• Universal sustain that covers hard content sides.
• Carry with a clear team and reachable supports.
• Support that buffs multiple of your DPS options.

A — strong but situational

• Specialists for specific enemy shuffles.
• Units that need expensive supports you do not own yet.

B — later

• Showcase units with no slot in your two working teams.
• Role duplicates you already cover better.

FAQ

Does the list change after patches? Yes. Check the patch priority note on MobGuild.

Can F2P skip S-tier? Yes, if you already own a working role substitute.

Bottom line

A good HSR tier list saves resources: fill team holes, not a museum roster.