Arknights has a bunch of different operators for different classes, and choosing the right one might be a bit of a hassle. It has several classes, such as defenders, medics, specialists, vanguards, snipers, supporters, and guards. To help you find the best one for you, here is a tier list of all operators of the different classes in Arknights.

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Complete Arknights Operator tier list

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Before we dive in, here’s a quick look at what every tier brings to the table:

TierDescriptionSIf you possess these operators, then you are already beast in the game.AYou should always look to snag these operators, as they are very handy in defending the towers. Despite being A-tier operators, they can still match the firepower of S-tier operators.BIt’s good if you have them, as they can definitely give you an edge over your enemies, but it might mean more grinding for you.CThese operators are pretty decent when you’re just starting the game. As you progress, though, they’ll become less useful.DThey’re basically the ‘avoid at all costs’ operators in the game.

Best defenders in Arknights

Here is the tier list of all the defenders:

TierOperatorSEyjafjalla, Ceobe, Mostima, Ifrit, GoldenglowAPassenger, Rockrock, Dusk, Amiya, Lin, Carnelian, Beeswax, Kjera, Ebenholz, BeeswaxBClick, Gitano, Leizi, Skyfire, Mint, Pudding, Ho’olheyak, Lava the Purgatory, Indigo, Absinthe, Iris, Leonhardt, HazeCAstgenne, Diamante, Warmy, Qanipalaat, Nightmare, Minimalist, Steward, Greyy, Corroserum, Lava, Santalla, Tomimi, Delphine, HarmonieDAroma, 12F, Durin

Best medics in Arknights

Here is the tier list of all the medics:

TierOperatorSKal’tsit, Eyjafjalla the Hvit Aska, Reed the Flame Shadow, Warfarin, Nightingale, Harold, PtilopsisAWhisperain, Perfumer, Honeyberry, Silence, Lumen, Shining, MulberryBVendela, Myrrh, Paprika, Purestream, Sussurro, Breeze, Folinic, Gavial, Chestnut, Tuye, Hibiscus the PurifierCHibiscus, Ansel, DLancet-2, Ceylon

Best specialists in Arknights

Here is the tier list of all the specialists:

TierOperatorSGladiia, Weedy, Phantom, Texas the Omertosa, Specter the UnchainedAMizuki, Gravel, Jaye, Dorothy, Enforcer, Kirin R Yato, Manticore, Aak, Projekt Red, Kafka, Lee, FEaterBShaw, Ascalon, Kazemaru, Snowsant, Ela, Rope, Cliffheart, Mr. Nothing, Frost, Swire the Elegant Wit, Robin, Waai FuCKirara, Iana, Spuria, THRM-EX, DAlmond, Bena, Verdant

Best vanguards in Arknights

Here is the tier list of all the vanguards:

TierOperatorSBagpipe, Saileach, Elysium, Ines, Saga, Myrtle, Muelsyse, CantabileAZima, Wild Mane, Puzzle, Siege, Reed, Vigna, Texas, Blacknight, Poncirus, FlametailBScavenger, Beanstalk, Grani, Vigil, CChiave, Courier, Vanilla, DPlume, Fang, Yato

Best casters in Arknights

Here is the tier list of all the casters:

TierOperatorSGoldenglow, Eyjafjalla, Mostima, Ifrit, CeobeAAmiya, Rockrock, Dusk, Carnelian, Passenger, Beeswax, Lin, Ebenholz, KjeraBSkyfire, Pudding, Leizi, Absinthe, Indigo, Mint, Haze, Click, Gitano, Iris, Lava the Purgatory, Leonhardt, Ho’olheyakCMinimalist, Lava, Harmonie, Qanipalaat, Greyy, Santalla, Steward, Astgenne, Nightmare, Diamante, Delphine, Corroserum, Tomimi, WarmyDDurin, 12F, Aroma

Best guards in Arknights

Here is the tier list of all the guards:

TierOperatorSBlaze, Surtr, Mountain, SilverAsh, La Pluma, Thorns, Skadi, Specter, Irene, Nearl the Radiant Knight, Hoederer, Młynar, Ch’en, Qiubai, Viviana, Gavial the Invincible, Executor the Ex FoedereAAyerscarpe, Akafuyu, Broca, Rathalos S Noir Corne, Tachanka, Luo Xiaohei, Utage, Pallas, Hellagur, Cutter, Bibeak, Lappland, Lessing, Chongyue, Tequila, Dagda, HighmoreBConviction, Beehunter, Wind Chimes, Flamebringer, Arene, Mousse, Savage, Sideroca, Indra, Matoimaru, Melantha, Morgan, Estelle, Franka, Whislash, FlintCSwire, Quartz, Frostleaf, Jackie, Castle-3, DPopukar, Bryophyta, Midnight

Best snipers in Arknights

Here is the tier list of all the snipers:

TierOperatorSExusiai, Pozemka, Ch’en the Holungday, W, Archetto, Rosmontis, Schwartz, Rosa (Poca)AFiametta, Insider, Pinecone, Meteorite, Blue Poison, Kroos the Keen Glint, Platinum, Ash, Firewatch, Typhon, FartoothBToddifons, Provence, May, Shirayuki, Aciddrop, Sesa, GreyThroat, Vermeil, Executor, Andreana, April, Jieyun, TotterCKroos, Adnachiel, Aosta, Greyy the Lightningbearer, Coldshot, Erato, Caper, Jessica, Melanite, DMeteor, Lunacub, Terra Research Commission, Rangers, Justice Knight

Best supporters in Arknights

Here is the tier list of all the supporters:

TierOperatorSSuzuran, Skadi the Corrupting Heart, Gnosis, Magallan, Angelina, LingAMayer, Pramanix, Scene, Istina, ShamareBVirtuosa, Sora, Roberta, Deepcolor, Stainless, Silence the Paradigmatic, Podenco, Quercus, Valarqvin, Glaucus, ProvisoCWindflit, Tsukinogi, Orchid, EarthspiritDU-Official, Nine-Colored Deer Post Tag: mobile Mobile gaming Destructoid is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy Join The Conversation