PvE Character Tier List

Rankings for training, story mode, and general PvE content

Version: Global Launch Meta • Updated: 7/18/2025

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About PvE Rankings: Rankings tailored for PvE content - Training/Career mode and Story progression. Emphasizes ease of training and general performance.

Tier

Exceptional - Easiest to train and excel

Sakura Bakushin O

[Blossom in Learning] Sakura Bakushin O

Easiest to train. Famous sprinter with straightforward short-distance campaign. Just stack Speed for quick success.

Strengths:

Very easy training Focused race goals Strong growth rates Quick fan farming

Best for:

Beginners Speed farming Sprint races

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Oguri Cap

[Starlight Beat] Oguri Cap

All-rounder with high base stats and B Dirt aptitude. Great versatility for Mile/Medium turf and Dirt tracks.

Strengths:

High versatility Covers Dirt niche Strong base stats Easy story mode

Best for:

First 3★ pull Story progression Dirt coverage

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T.M. Opera O

[O Sole Suo!] T.M. Opera O

Excels in Medium-Long races with 20% Stamina growth bonus. Very newbie-friendly for reaching finals.

Strengths:

20% Stamina growth Medium-Long specialist Easy training Consistent performance

Best for:

Medium distance URA Finals Beginners

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Tier

Excellent - Strong with minor specialization

Silence Suzuka

[Innocent Silence] Silence Suzuka

Top-tier front-runner with powerful unique skill when leading. Monster in Mile races.

Strengths:

Powerful unique skill Mile specialist Front-runner dominance High-level usage

Best for:

Mile races Front-runner strategy Experienced players

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Mejiro McQueen

[Frontline Elegance] Mejiro McQueen

Queen of Long Distance with stamina-focused kit. Staple for endurance races in both PvE and PvP.

Strengths:

Long distance specialist High stamina PvP viable Reliable performance

Best for:

Long races Stamina builds Team Stadium

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Daiwa Scarlet

[Peak Blue] Daiwa Scarlet

Versatile mid with balanced stats and chase skills. Good all-around performance.

Strengths:

Balanced stats Chase skills Versatile Consistent

Best for:

General use Mid-distance Beginners

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Agnes Tachyon

[Tach-nology] Agnes Tachyon

Excellent speed & debuff skills making Medium races easier. Most used in Medium category PvP.

Strengths:

Speed specialist Debuff skills Medium races PvP meta

Best for:

Medium distance PvP teams Debuff strategies

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Mihono Bourbon

[MB-19890425] Mihono Bourbon

Specializes in Dirt/Mile with escape running style. Great Dirt track ace for early game.

Strengths:

Dirt specialist Escape runner Mile focus Unique playstyle

Best for:

Dirt races Escape strategy Team diversity

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El Condor Pasa

[El☆Número 1] El Condor Pasa

Dirt-track star with high versatility. #1 most used Dirt runner in PvP Team races.

Strengths:

Dirt excellence Medium/Dirt versatility PvP dominance Covers neglected niche

Best for:

Dirt coverage PvP teams Versatile builds

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Tier

Good - Solid with proper support

Tokai Teio

[Peak Joy] Tokai Teio

Balanced mid-distance runner with useful unique skills. Requires proper support to shine.

Strengths:

Mid-distance focus Balanced stats Good uniques Solid potential

Best for:

Mid-distance Balanced teams With good supports

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Symboli Rudolf

[Emperor's Path] Symboli Rudolf

Balanced runner with unique that covers dirt. Emperor's Glance remains useful in team modes.

Strengths:

Balanced stats Dirt coverage unique Team buff Future-proof

Best for:

Team races Dirt situations Support role

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Vodka

[Wild Top Gear] Vodka

Strong Mile racer requiring decent support cards. Top player favorite for Mile PvP.

Strengths:

Mile specialist PvP viable High potential Strong with support

Best for:

Mile races PvP focus Experienced players

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Maruzensky

[Formula R] Maruzensky

Strong Sprint/Mile runner. Almost as easy as Bakushin for short races with more versatility.

Strengths:

Sprint/Mile focus Easy training Versatile Beginner-friendly

Best for:

Short races New players Sprint alternatives

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Special Week

[Special Dreamer] Special Week

Protagonist with easy kit and decent all-rounder stats. Won't carry like SS tier but fine for story.

Strengths:

Given to players Easy to use All-rounder Story appropriate

Best for:

Story mode Beginners First character

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Taiki Shuttle

[Wild Frontier] Taiki Shuttle

Great niche in Short/Mile. Can pass Dirt aptitude as Legacy inheritance - invaluable for teams.

Strengths:

Short/Mile specialist Dirt inheritance Legacy value Team utility

Best for:

Inheritance parent Short races Dirt teams

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King Halo

[King of Emeralds] King Halo

High potential stats but tricky training with many required races. Powerful in PvP sprint teams.

Strengths:

High stats Sprint power PvP viable Late game potential

Best for:

Experienced players Sprint PvP Min-maxers

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Tier

Challenging - Viable but requires effort

Gold Ship

[Red Strife] Gold Ship

Long-distance monster in top play but moody personality restricts training. Dominates JP Champions Meetings.

Strengths:

Long distance power Top tier potential Champions Meeting star

Weaknesses:

Difficult training Moody personality Random restrictions

Best for:

Experienced trainers Long distance teams Challenge runs

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Rice Shower

[Rosy Dreams] Rice Shower

Difficult personality with frequent motivation drops. Great stats if managed properly.

Strengths:

Excellent long distance High stamina Great stats

Weaknesses:

Difficult personality Motivation issues Tough for beginners

Best for:

Patient trainers Long races Experienced players

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Air Groove

[Empress Road] Air Groove

Decent but doesn't excel without specific support setups. Mid-B tier for community rankings.

Strengths:

Balanced stats Decent potential

Weaknesses:

Support dependent No standout features

Best for:

Specific builds Collection purposes

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Biwa Hayahide

[pf. Winning Equation...] Biwa Hayahide

Similar to Air Groove - decent but needs specific setups to excel.

Strengths:

Solid base Potential with support

Weaknesses:

Support dependent Average performance

Best for:

Specific strategies Collection

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Haru Urara

[Bestest Prize ♪] Haru Urara

1★

Free 1★ with poor aptitudes but community favorite. Common challenge to win Arima Kinen with her.

Strengths:

Free character Dirt early game Meme potential Proves anyone can win

Weaknesses:

Poor aptitudes Low stats Requires heavy investment

Best for:

Dirt coverage early Challenge runs Fun underdog

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Important Notes

Balance Philosophy: All characters can reach S-rank stats and win with proper training. Tiers reflect ease of use for PvE and general performance.

JP Reference: Even launch 1★ characters still win top PvP events years later in JP version.

Recommendation: Choose favorites for enjoyment, but tier list helps identify smoother progression paths.

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