Current Guildrun tier list quick answer
This is an independent, situational Guildrun Demo ranking—not an official tier list. Community findings and editorial analysis still require in-game testing.
This Guildrun tier list is a provisional, independent ranking for Guildrun Demo version 0.5, checked July 23, 2026. Aria, Irini, Gustav, and Tilly currently form the S tier because Leyline’s release patch describes exceptional results for them in SSS, Red Rift, or deep Endless, with Irini and Tilly also receiving repeated positive community reports. Kai, Sal, Skorn, Pollen, and Fiona sit in A tier: each has a strong official performance signal, but recent nerfs, specialization dependence, or narrower evidence makes a permanent S label premature. B-tier heroes can still be excellent when their intended engine appears. No hero is forced into C tier because the available evidence does not justify calling any current hero broadly weak. The remaining roster stays in Testing until better version-matched runs are available. Positioning, specializations, items, relics, difficulty, and team fit can move any hero above or below this snapshot; it is not an official Guildrun hero tier list.
Version and testing status
This page is checked against Guildrun Demo version 0.5, released by Leyline on July 16, 2026, and community discussions published from July 19 through July 21. The page was last checked and updated on July 23, 2026. No newer official patch or public Steam build number was found during this research pass, so the page does not invent one.
The strongest evidence comes from Leyline’s own balance commentary. It names mode-specific high performers, explains specialization win-rate patterns, and records the changes shipped in 0.5. That is still not an official tier list: the S/A/B placements are an editorial translation of official facts using the methodology below. Reddit reports add practical context, but they are not controlled tests. When two independent discussions point in the same direction, the entry says so; isolated or incomplete reports stay single-source or Testing.
Guildrun’s official Steam description advertises weekly patches. Recheck this ranking after any balance update, specialization change, bug fix, or major shift in Demo data.
Guildrun hero tier list methodology
The ranking asks how dependable a hero appears across a changing roguelike run. It does not assign a hidden mathematical score, and it does not equate one powerful specialization with permanent hero-wide strength.
Ease of use, item and relic dependence, positioning tolerance, pivot value, and consistency across SSS, Red Rift, and Endless are secondary considerations. S tier means the current evidence supports unusually broad or repeatable value. A tier means strong with a clearer condition. B tier means useful but more build-, mode-, or timing-dependent. C would mean a narrow current application with credible comparative evidence—not “unusable.” Testing means the page lacks enough current evidence to force a letter.
Guildrun tier list: S, A, B, C, and Testing
The table is deliberately conservative. It ranks all heroes that have enough traceable evidence and preserves a visible Testing queue for the rest of the 25-hero Demo roster. “Best fit” describes the environment in which the current judgment makes sense, not a required recipe.
| Hero | Tier | Best fit | Main strength | Main limitation | Evidence status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aria | S Tier | Protected Mage damage teams | Exceptional official pre-patch SSS performance signal | Version 0.5 directly reduced her active ability | Editorial assessment |
| Irini | S Tier | Flexible carry and Rush-oriented teams | Official cross-mode performance evidence | Small base-stat nerf in version 0.5 | Recurring community observation |
| Gustav | S Tier | Stall, Frost, shielding, and Mystic shells | Official evidence across three modes | Glacier and base shielding were nerfed | Editorial assessment |
| Tilly | S Tier | Shard generation, Warrior, Duelist, and scaling teams | Multiple high-performing specialization paths | Both highlighted paths were nerfed in version 0.5 | Recurring community observation |
| Kai | A Tier | Mystic shield and Warrior teams | Broad specialization viability | Version 0.5 reduced several scaling values | Recurring community observation |
| Sal | A Tier | Frost, Crit, Mage, and Pimenta pairing teams | Documented top-spec ceiling | The evidence is specialization-specific | Editorial assessment |
| Skorn | A Tier | Stall, Frost, shield, and Tank teams | Strong frontline specialization evidence | Best evidence is mode- and spec-specific | Recurring community observation |
| Pollen | A Tier | Mystic, Stall, shielding, and debuff teams | Cross-mode specialization evidence | A large share of power was concentrated in one path | Editorial assessment |
| Fiona | A Tier | Mystic, shield, Burn, and item-support teams | Healthy cross-mode baseline | Top ceiling is tied to The Lustrous | Editorial assessment |
| Grace | B Tier | Mystic, shielding, Stall, and Backup teams | Team shielding and support | Role changes by specialization | Editorial assessment |
| Yuuna | B Tier | Assassin, Poison, Stealth, and Crit teams | Strong specialization ceiling | Best signal predates a direct nerf | Editorial assessment |
| Karsu | B Tier | Frost, Crit, and Duelist teams | Officially identified strongest path | Low pick rate limits practical evidence | Editorial assessment |
| Niklas | B Tier | Item-heavy Vanguard and flexible frontline teams | Can fill damage or frontline functions | Item and timing demands | Single-source observation |
| Nyx | B Tier | Rush, Stall, debuff, and Stealth teams | High specialized ceiling | Several reported setups need exact relics or partners | Single-source observation |
| Logan | B Tier | Warrior, Rush, and shield-scaling teams | Late-game scaling path | Lower initial power | Single-source observation |
| Reyna | B Tier | Rush and Warrior scaling teams | High Endless scaling ceiling | Mode-dependent results | Editorial assessment |
| No hero assigned | C Tier | Evidence does not support forcing a hero into this tier. | |||
| Dragomir | Testing Tier | Testing queue | Potential value depends on specialization and team context | Insufficient cross-mode evidence | Testing required |
| Funke | Testing Tier | Testing queue | Potential value depends on specialization and team context | Insufficient cross-mode evidence | Testing required |
| Hoyoung | Testing Tier | Testing queue | Potential value depends on specialization and team context | Insufficient cross-mode evidence | Testing required |
| Ming | Testing Tier | Testing queue | Potential value depends on specialization and team context | Insufficient cross-mode evidence | Testing required |
| Pimenta | Testing Tier | Testing queue | Potential value depends on specialization and team context | Insufficient cross-mode evidence | Testing required |
| Ratna | Testing Tier | Testing queue | Potential value depends on specialization and team context | Insufficient cross-mode evidence | Testing required |
| Rip | Testing Tier | Testing queue | Potential value depends on specialization and team context | Insufficient cross-mode evidence | Testing required |
| Rowan | Testing Tier | Testing queue | Potential value depends on specialization and team context | Insufficient cross-mode evidence | Testing required |
| Zuri | Testing Tier | Testing queue | Potential value depends on specialization and team context | Insufficient cross-mode evidence | Testing required |
Why each Guildrun hero is ranked there
Every entry separates four layers: an official fact, this site’s editorial assessment, a community observation, and the remaining test requirement. Starting classes come from an unofficial reference built from shipped Demo data; because the official pages consulted do not publish a full hero-by-hero class table, the cards do not mislabel those class names as official confirmation.
Positioning and specialization considerations
Positioning can change the apparent best Guildrun heroes before any stat comparison begins. A scaling carry that dies during the opening exchange provides no late-run value. A shield or Stall engine that survives long enough to cast may make the entire board look stronger. A Stealth setup can avoid direct targeting yet still fail to storms, area damage, or debuffs. For that reason, this ranking uses positioning tolerance as a reliability factor but does not prescribe a universal hex diagram.
Specializations can move a hero by more than one tier. Leyline’s version 0.5 notes repeatedly identify one path as a standout: The Brisk for Sal, Fae’s Kiss for Pollen, The Lustrous for Fiona, Winter’s Bite for Skorn, and several different mode-leading paths for Tilly. Those facts describe a build ceiling, not the hero’s value in every run. Read the offered specialization literally, check whether the team can supply its triggers, and keep the hero’s base function separate from the specialized engine.
Re-evaluate after each major reward. A B-tier hero with the right specialization, relic, item, and formation can be the correct carry; an S-tier hero without protection or compatible triggers can be the wrong purchase.
Situational heroes and the Testing queue
“Situational” does not mean bad. Reyna’s official performance context is the clearest example: her Rush/Warrior shell was a leading Endless strategy while her Red Rift results were weaker. Karsu’s statistically strongest specialization was also under-picked. Nyx has strong Red Rift evidence for The Spark, yet other reported Rush, Stall, and Stealth setups depend on exact partners and defensive conditions.
The Testing queue serves a different purpose. Dragomir, Funke, Hoyoung, Ming, Pimenta, Ratna, Rip, Rowan, and Zuri are not placed below B; they are unranked. Several have promising player reports or relevant patch changes, but the evidence lacks full teams, difficulty, items, relics, positions, or repeatable version-0.5 outcomes. A responsible Guildrun tierlist keeps that uncertainty visible.
Useful future reports should include the Demo version, difficulty, starting hero, final team, every specialization, major items and relics, formation, boss result, and Endless floor where relevant. One screenshot of a winning board is not enough to isolate a hero’s contribution.
What may change the rankings
- A Demo patch that buffs, nerfs, or fixes a hero or specialization.
- New version-matched results from SSS, Red Rift, and deeper Endless runs.
- Better evidence for heroes currently hidden by low pick rates.
- A newly documented item, relic, or class-modifier interaction.
- Positioning research that changes survival or targeting consistency.
- Community testing that separates one exceptional build from the hero’s general value.
- Full-game changes to the roster, modes, balance, or progression.
The page should not change its date without repeating the research pass. When a hero moves, the next revision should record the previous tier, new tier, change date, applicable version, reason, and original source.
Official and community sources
Official sources establish the Demo scope, version, patch cadence, and developer performance comments. Community sources contribute player-observed combinations and practical limitations. The roster reference verifies names and data roles but remains unofficial. Search snippets, AI summaries, copied tier sites, likes, and view counts were not used as ranking proof.
Frequently asked questions
What is the current Guildrun tier list?
For Demo version 0.5, this provisional list places Aria, Irini, Gustav, and Tilly in S; Kai, Sal, Skorn, Pollen, and Fiona in A; Grace, Yuuna, Karsu, Niklas, Nyx, Logan, and Reyna in B; nobody in C; and the remaining nine heroes in Testing. Conditions and evidence are explained in each card.
Who are the best Guildrun heroes?
Irini has the clearest official cross-mode statement, while Aria, Gustav, and Tilly also have strong official performance evidence. “Best” still changes with difficulty, specialization, items, relics, formation, and the rest of the team.
Is this an official Guildrun hero tier list?
No. Leyline’s official patch notes provide performance facts, but the letter tiers and methodology are independent editorial analysis supplemented by community observations.
Which Guildrun heroes are best for beginners?
This research does not yet support a separate beginner-only ranking. Kai’s broad specialization viability and Irini’s flexibility are encouraging, but a beginner should prioritize a stable frontline, readable triggers, and a team that works with the current offers.
Can specializations change a hero's tier?
Yes. The official 0.5 notes show mode-leading or standout paths for several heroes. A strong specialization can move a specific build higher without making every version of that hero equally strong.
Does positioning affect the Guildrun tier list?
Yes. Opening focus, cast timing, frontline protection, range, area damage, and enemy formation can determine whether a scaling or utility hero performs its intended function.
Why is a hero in the Testing tier?
Testing means the page found too little current, repeatable evidence. It is not a lower rank than C. The hero may be strong, but incomplete reports are not enough for a defensible letter tier.
How often is the Guildrun tierlist updated?
It should be rechecked after meaningful Demo patches and when stronger community test data appears. The current snapshot was checked July 23, 2026 for Demo version 0.5.
Does this tier list apply to the full game?
No. It applies only to the current Guildrun Demo. The full game is not yet released, so its final roster, balance, modes, and progression may differ.