Dislyte Tier List – The Complete 2025 Meta Breakdown and Esper Guide

If you’ve been jamming to Dislyte’s neon beats while summoning your favorite Espers, you already know this game isn’t just about flashy animations — it’s about strategy and synergy. With the 2025 updates rolling in and new Espers dropping left and right, staying up to date on the Dislyte tier list has never been more important.

I. Introduction to Dislyte Tier List

As someone who’s been grinding from launch day, rerolling for Gaius, and crying every time I get a dupe Jin Yuyao, I’m here to give you a real player’s breakdown of the best Espers, current meta shifts, and how to build your dream lineup.

A. Purpose

This guide gives a comprehensive 2025 tier list, explaining why certain Espers dominate and others fall behind — across both PvE and PvP modes.

B. Methodology

Each Esper is ranked based on damage output, team utility, debuffs, sustain, and synergy with current relic builds and game modes.

C. Meta Overview

The latest meta favors hybrid DPS-support Espers — those who can deal damage and bring utility, like Abigail and Unas.

D. Update Relevance

This tier list reflects the latest balance patches and limited Esper reruns, making it relevant for both F2P and mid-spenders.

E. Community Consensus

Rankings reflect data from top arena players, PvE clears, and community testing across servers.

II. Tier List Structure and Rankings

A. Tier List Overview

Dislyte ranks Espers from SS to B tiers, depending on their performance across major modes: Story, Kronos, Apep, Fafnir, Cube, and PvP.

B. SS Tier

Includes Gaius, Unas, Abigail, Ahmed, and Clara — all capable of solo carrying or redefining team comps.

C. S Tier

Jiang Jiuli, Gabrielle, Ashley, Ophelia, Sally, Leora, and Everett shine with specific relic builds and synergy setups.

D. A/B Tier

These include good but situational picks like Chloe, Meredith, Camille, Heng Yue, and Fatum Sisters.

E. Ranking Criteria

We’ve factored in PvE utility, PvP dominance, boss fight relevance, and relic scaling potential.

III. Top Tier and Strongest Espers

A. Strongest Overview

The meta kings and queens dominate for a reason — they’re consistent, versatile, and bring utility that never goes out of style.

B. Best Characters

• Gaius (Zeus) – Still a top-tier DPS in 2025.

• Abigail (Frigga) – Core of any team.

• Unas (Shu) – Speed god and turn meter king.

• Clara (Hera) – Best sustain and cleanse hybrid.

• Jiang Jiuli (Chiyou) – Insane hybrid AoE burst.

C. Meta Assessment

The meta revolves around turn control, multi-hit relic scaling, and AoE burst. Gaius + Abigail remains a deadly combo for nearly every mode.

D. Performance Analysis

SS-tier Espers maintain efficiency across both PvE farming and PvP defense — something most A-tier Espers can’t match.

E. Current Meta

Top compositions:

• Gaius / Unas / Abigail / Ahmed / Clara

• Jiang Jiuli / Ophelia / Gabrielle / Leora / Sally

IV. Character Guide and Esper Overview

A. Overview

Espers are modern-day gods reborn, each with powers from global mythologies. Their strength lies in synergy — no one wins solo.

B. Introduction

Newer Espers like Yamato, Feng Nuxi, and Jiang Jiuli bring high skill ceilings and specialized roles.

C. Roster

There are now over 100+ Espers, divided by elements (Flow, Inferno, Wind, Shimmer) and rarity (Epic/Legendary).

D. Collection Strategy

For beginners:

• Prioritize Legendary selectors from events.

• Use Wish Stones on banner reruns for must-haves.

E. Selection Tips

Invest in universal Espers like Gabrielle or Clara before niche ones — they carry longer-term value.

V. Jiang Jiuli and Gaius

A. Jiang Jiuli (Chiyou)

A devastating AoE burst DPS with a high-risk playstyle — excels in fast clears and PvP nukes.

B. Abilities

• Devil’s Hand: Charges rage to deal massive AoE damage.

• Unending Wrath: Boosts SPD and crit after kills.

• Seal of Chaos: Reduces enemy defense and turn meter.

C. Gaius (Zeus)

Still the iconic Esper everyone rerolls for. A hybrid between nuker and control.

D. Mechanics

Switches between Normal Mode and God Mode, allowing massive AoE bursts while buffing allies.

E. Role

Gaius remains SS-tier in both PvE boss clears and PvP nuking comps.

VI. Jiang Man and Jin Yuyao

A. Jiang Man

Known for her deadly poison DoTs, she dominates in Fafnir and Tower content.

B. Abilities

• Lotus Curse: Applies poison stacks that ignore defense.

• Rot Bloom: Spreads debuffs across enemies.

C. Jin Yuyao

An underrated Shimmer support who counters control-heavy metas.

D. Mechanics

Her Control Immunity and AP manipulation make her essential in arena defense.

E. Role

Together, they represent the perfect offense/utility balance.

VII. Feng Nuxi and Abigail

A. Feng Nuxi (Nuwa)

A meta-defining support who boosts team performance by reversing debuffs and increasing attack speed.

B. Abilities

• Elemental Harmony: Buffs ATK and SPD for all allies.

• Harmony Shift: Turns negative effects into buffs.

C. Abigail (Frigga)

Currently the most essential support in the game.

D. Mechanics

Provides shield, attack boost, and revives allies — a literal “get out of jail free” button in hard content.

E. Role

Feng Nuxi + Abigail defines endgame sustain comps.

VIII. Unas and Ahmed

A. Unas (Shu)

Speed and turn control in one package — he practically guarantees your team goes first.

B. Abilities

• Gale Force: Pushes ally AP by 30%.

• Whirlwind Strike: AoE damage with turn meter boost.

C. Ahmed

The healer everyone underestimated. Combines regeneration with immunity and ATK scaling heals.

D. Mechanics

Best paired with high-damage carries like Gaius or Ophelia.

E. Role

Together, they sustain long boss fights and arena stalls.

IX. Alice and Anesidora

A. Alice

A buffer and cooldown reducer — keeps your DPS online 24/7.

B. Abilities

Shortens cooldowns and grants ATK buffs every turn cycle.

C. Anesidora

A quirky Shimmer support with curse mechanics that deal residual damage.

D. Mechanics

Great for F2P builds; pairs well with Jiang Man.

E. Role

Utility support tier — excellent for PvE farming teams.

X. Ashley and Cecilia

A. Ashley

Versatile Shimmer unit who buffs allies and punishes enemies for attacking.

B. Abilities

Each ally attack increases her team’s AP and defense.

C. Cecilia

Once queen of the revive meta, still strong but power-crept.

D. Mechanics

AoE heal and revive with defense scaling.

E. Role

Cecilia = safety, Ashley = aggression.

XI. Chloe and Meredith

A. Chloe

Single-target monster. Her Blood Frenzy buff makes her shred bosses.

B. Abilities

Ignores defense and scales with Crit DMG relics.

C. Meredith

Hybrid healer + buffer. Very beginner-friendly.

D. Mechanics

Grants HP regen and elemental resistance to allies.

E. Role

Perfect combo for early-game survivability.

XII. Ollie and Pritzker

A. Ollie

The ultimate invulnerability tank — a PvP staple.

B. Abilities

Protects allies from lethal blows and taunts enemies.

C. Pritzker

Specializes in control debuffs with high stun uptime.

D. Mechanics

Pairs well with controllers like Tevor for chain CC.

E. Role

Ollie = Tank wall; Pritzker = CC disruptor.

XIII. Sally and Leora

A. Sally

Timeless sustain unit. Cleanses debuffs, heals, and reduces damage.

B. Abilities

Her Sweet Harvest heal-over-time keeps your team alive indefinitely.

C. Leora

A new-generation DPS focusing on self-buff scaling.

D. Mechanics

Stacks crit and speed for snowball damage.

E. Role

Both are staples for long PvE runs.

XIV. Li Ao and Camille

A. Li Ao

Strong PvP bruiser that shines with relic optimization.

B. Abilities

Pulls enemies in and taunts while gaining shields.

C. Camille

Fast single-target assassin with DoT synergy.

D. Mechanics

Deals bonus damage against shielded enemies.

E. Role

Both fit niche counters in arena setups.

XV. Clara and Dhalia

A. Clara

Easily top 3 supports in the game — cleanse, heal, and AP boost.

B. Abilities

Her Queen’s Blessing restores HP and removes debuffs simultaneously.

C. Dhalia

Free-to-play MVP. Boosts SPD, crit, and AP.

D. Mechanics

Pairs well with DPS-focused teams like Chloe + Gaius.

E. Role

Both are plug-and-play supports for any comp.

XVI. Eira and Everett

A. Eira

New Flow support with freeze debuffs and AP manipulation.

B. Abilities

Stuns and slows enemies while buffing team speed.

C. Everett

Legendary bruiser with counter mechanics.

D. Mechanics

High defense scaling and reflect damage.

E. Role

Tanky control setup ideal for PvP defense.

XVII. Gabrielle and Ophelia

A. Gabrielle

The queen of utility — buffs, debuffs, and defense scaling AoE.

B. Abilities

Defense up, immunity, and AoE attack down make her irreplaceable.

C. Ophelia

Single-target assassin with chain-attack mechanics.

D. Mechanics

Each kill resets her skills, enabling full sweeps.

E. Role

Gabrielle anchors teams, Ophelia finishes fights.

XVIII. Toland and Ginny

A. Toland

Control-oriented Esper with stun-lock potential.

B. Abilities

Reduces enemy AP and boosts team accuracy.

C. Ginny

Utility unit with cleanse and speed control.

D. Mechanics

Best for early PvE utility and support stacking.

E. Role

Solid A-tier picks for F2P players.

XIX. Mateo and Yamato

A. Mateo

New Inferno DPS with unique scaling — damage increases with every buff on self.

B. Abilities

Can one-shot bosses when paired with Dhalia.

C. Yamato

Control-heavy Esper with high AoE burst potential.

D. Mechanics

AoE freeze, AP drain, and attack scaling make him endgame viable.

E. Role

Both are meta additions for hybrid teams.

XX. Ife and Yu Jing

A. Ife

Physical AoE DPS who thrives in Fafnir runs.

B. Abilities

Stacks defense ignore and bleed damage.

C. Yu Jing

Newest Shimmer Esper, excels at sustained DPS.

D. Mechanics

Shimmer typing gives her flexibility in all modes.

E. Role

Both add depth to physical damage lineups.

XXI. Heng Yue and Tevor

A. Heng Yue

Reliable cleanser and healer — underrated lifesaver in late-game raids.

B. Abilities

Removes all debuffs and restores HP each turn.

C. Tevor

Mad scientist Esper with stacking true damage.

D. Mechanics

Damage-over-time god, shines in long fights.

E. Role

Heng Yue stabilizes; Tevor demolishes.

XXII. Tang Xuan and Uday

A. Tang Xuan

Hybrid DPS with counterattacks — great for solo farming.

B. Abilities

Stacks buffs when taking hits.

C. Uday

Unique healer-DPS hybrid — buffs allies’ crit rate.

D. Mechanics

Heals scale with ally attack power.

E. Role

Both are flexible midgame units for multiple modes.

XXIII. Embla and Fatum Sisters

A. Embla

AoE assassin that inflicts bleed and burn effects.

B. Abilities

Her mark mechanic increases ally crit chance.

C. Fatum Sisters

Support trio that trades health to buff the party.

D. Mechanics

Unique mechanics make them strong but hard to master.

E. Role

Niche, but top-tier in boss speedruns.

XXIV. Brewster and Yun Chuan

A. Brewster

Explosive DPS with energy recharge mechanics.

B. Abilities

Scales off crit and energy bar percentage.

C. Yun Chuan

Hybrid buffer with cleanse and counter-strike synergy.

D. Mechanics

Provides balanced support while dealing AoE damage.

E. Role

Top picks for modern PvE metas.

XXV. PvE and PvP Tier Lists

A. PvE Tier List

SS Tier: Gaius, Abigail, Unas, Clara
S Tier: Jiang Jiuli, Gabrielle, Sally, Ahmed
A Tier: Chloe, Meredith, Tevor, Leora

B. PvE Notes

Consistency and sustain are more valuable than raw damage.

C. PvP Tier List

SS Tier: Gaius, Unas, Ollie, Abigail
S Tier: Ophelia, Feng Nuxi, Ashley, Cecilia
A Tier: Jin Yuyao, Li Ao, Leora

D. PvP Notes

Turn control and invulnerability still dominate the meta.

E. Recommendations

• PvE: Focus on sustain and cleansing.

• PvP: Speed control > burst damage.

After hundreds of hours and too many gacha heartbreaks, one thing’s clear — Dislyte’s tier list isn’t static. Balance patches, new relic sets, and meta shifts constantly shuffle rankings. But if you stick with the core meta Espers like Gaius, Abigail, Unas, Clara, and Gabrielle, you’ll always stay ahead.

If you’re new:

• Focus on flexible supports and one strong DPS.

• Don’t chase every banner — invest in synergy.

If you’re endgame:

• Build multiple teams for PvE/PvP versatility.

• Experiment with relics — the right set can turn an A-tier Esper into S-tier gold.

At the end of the day, Dislyte is about rhythm — not just the music, but how your team flows together. Build smart, time your bursts, and vibe your way to victory.