I watched my squad stare at the summon animation and then at each other—silence like a cooldown timer. You probably know that freeze: one bad pull and the run goes sideways. I learned fast that knowing who to keep is half the victory.
I saw three teams crumble because of poor picks — Complete NTE: Neverness to Everness character tier list (April 2026)
You and I both want a short, ruthless map of who to chase and who to bench. I tested characters across story runs, Tycoon progression, and raid lobbies on Google Play and Steam, and cross-checked notes from Reddit and the official Discord. Below I split the cast into four practical tiers so your pulls and grind time stop wasting each other.
At my desk I compared damage logs like forensic evidence — How I ranked every character
I used four tiers to separate the roster: S for the characters that reliably carry, A for high-value options you can build around, B for situational picks, and C for stopgaps while you gather resources. This is opinion shaped by playtesting and community data; assume balance patches, gacha rates, and the Tycoon system will nudge things over time.
Who should I reroll for in NTE?
If you’re chasing a clean reroll, aim for characters that change the pace of a fight rather than simply add raw numbers. Sakiri is the safest bet for long-term support, and Nanally or Chiz are the kinds of DPS that let you skip content faster. On mobile stores, a few early summons — think $5 (≈€5) packs when promos appear — can decide your meta trajectory.
We wiped three times until Sakiri slowed the room — S-tier
S-tier characters win fights in more than one way: they change enemy tempo, scale with investment, and remain useful in new content. Think of them as the spine of any team.
| Character | Reason |
|---|---|
| Sakiri | Top support. Her kit slows enemies and her Ultimate stacks powerful buffs for allies, so she keeps teams alive and in control. If your pulls yield her, she pays dividends in nearly every activity. |
| Chiz | Available through the Tycoon path, Chiz can be fully awakened without relying on gacha luck. She converts basic attacks into Fons and delivers one of the highest single-target Ultimates in the game—high ceiling once built. |
| Jiuyuan | Flexible damage dealer with strong follow-up attacks and an Ultimate that clears clumped foes efficiently. Pairs well with most supports and keeps tempo high in prolonged encounters. |
| Nanally | Hard-hitting DPS and a great reroll target. Her kit generates sustained offense and her Ultimate punishes isolated targets, making her a reliable carry for both solo and group content. |
One honest metaphor: a great S-tier feel like a conductor—silent direction, massive results.
Are free-to-play characters viable in late-game?
Yes—but with caveats. Characters earned from Tycoon or story (like Chiz’s path or Haniel’s accessibility) can be built into raid-ready pieces. They usually require more investment than premium pulls, but community spreadsheets on Google Sheets and DPS calculators on Discord show they can reach competitive levels.
I watched a player pivot mid-battle and clutch a win — A-tier
A-tier picks are reliable fixtures when you want a solid roster without chasing whales. They have flexible roles and scale with investment.
| Character | Reason |
|---|---|
| Baicang | Versatile attacker who toggles between single-target pressure and area damage depending on the skill used. A solid alternative if you skip Nanally. |
| Zero | Unique Instant Cycle mechanic lets Zero trigger an Esper Cycle in a single move. She offers hybrid healing and utility that fits multiple lineups. |
| Daffodill | Synergizes with supports to buff herself, and deals heavy damage on Break when Insight is active. Requires timing for swap-parry plays but rewards skilled handling. |
| Haniel | Great free-to-play stand-in for Sakiri. Her Ultimate raises ally attack and she’s easier to ascend thanks to her A-class status. |
| Adler | Beginner-friendly shield-bearer. Focus on generating shields and pairing him with a strong carry like Baicang for safe progression. |
I noticed teams that lean on gimmicks fall apart — B-tier
B-tier characters can shine in narrow windows, but they demand setup or specific team compositions to justify the investment.
| Character | Reason |
|---|---|
| Fadia | Can absorb damage for allies, which looks good on paper but rarely has clear, repeatable use cases. She’s harder to awaken because of rarity, so weigh the cost if your roster is already glass-cannon-heavy. |
| Skia | Works as a free-to-play DPS option when other choices are limited, but base damage is modest. Lean on follow-up attacks and a properly timed Ultimate for value. |
I handed Mint to a newbie and they swapped her out by level 10 — C-tier
C-tier choices are acceptable while you build better teammates, but plan to replace them fast.
- Mint: Mediocre DPS that gets eclipsed as soon as a better damage dealer arrives.
- Edgar: Decent for beginners as a starter healer, but his long-term value is limited compared to the support meta.
Which characters are worth chasing first?
If you prioritize stability, hunt for Sakiri and Nanally. If you prefer a freer path, the Tycoon track for Chiz demands time rather than cash and can be more efficient for long-term growth. Use community tier lists, damage logs, and the Steam workshop comments to confirm fit for your playstyle.
Tools I used while writing: raid loggers, community spreadsheets on Google Sheets, the NTE Discord, and comparisons on Reddit threads—these beat vague impressions when choices cost you stamina or $5 (≈€5) bundles. One more metaphor: treat your roster like a toolbox—each tool has a job, and the wrong one can strip a screw faster than you expect.
If a patch flips the meta tomorrow, which character would you defend fiercely and why?