I watched a solo player clear a Mahito raid and pause, staring at their CT bar as if they’d found a secret route on the map. You can feel the tick of progression in KAIZEN — every grind, every shard matters. I’m going to cut through the noise and tell you which cursed techniques actually move the needle.
I hear heated arguments in spawn lobbies about which CT carries — here’s the tier list that settles most of them
If you want the short version: King Curses and Idle Transfiguration run the show for both PVE and PVP. I’ll explain why one edges the other in specific matchups, what to farm first, and how cheaper CTs carry you until you can afford the grind.
S-Tier Cursed Techniques
| S-Tier CTs | Why they dominate |
|---|---|
 King CursesSpecial Grade |
King Curses is the damage standard. The raw DPS, AoE Domain, and synergy with faction abilities make it the best long-term investment for endgame raids and open-world clears. It is a grind: base levels need time and Domain Shards are rare, so expect a long haul if you want the full toolkit. Use it if you’re targeting boss clears and solo world boss loot. King Curses is a wildfire across a field of enemies — once it spreads, the map changes. |
 Idle TransfigurationSpecial Grade |
Idle gives flexible grabs, reliable single-target burst, and clean PVP setups without needing the same shard grind as King Curses. It’s easier to farm via the Mahito raid and holds up across modes. If you want consistency without burning hours on shards, Idle is the practical pick — a Swiss army knife for fights that require adaptability. |
A-Tier Cursed Techniques
| A-Tier CTs | Where they shine |
|---|---|
 LimitlessSpecial Grade |
Limitless still packs solid burst and a usable domain, which makes it a strong PVE option. Recent balance shifts trimmed its supremacy, but it’s a dependable pick while you grind for Special Grade shards. |
 Blood ManipulationGrade 1 |
Great for kiting and ranged play. Its R attack hits hard on full charge and the Choso raid gives the best farming route. Pair it with a mobility build for safe clears and clutch PVP heals from the clan kit. |
 Finger BearerGrade 1 |
Easy to farm, high burst damage — an efficient midgame main until you land Special Grades. Strong for PVE and serviceable in PVP when played aggressively. |
 Straw DollGrade 2 |
Underrated for farming. The V skill immobilizes and opens up high-combo windows with melee or swords. Use it early: it accelerates progression even if its raw DPS is modest. |
 Shock AmplificationGrade 2 |
High damage, easy access — a reliable farming CT. It’s less suited to PVP than Cryofrost, so treat it as a progression tool that carries you into the higher tiers. |
B-Tier Cursed Techniques
| B-Tier CTs | How to use them |
|---|---|
 CryofrostGrade 1 |
Less impressive for straight-up PVE damage, but its PVP combo potential is elite. If you prefer competitive duels and lockdowns, Cryofrost rewards practice and timing. |
 RotGrade 1 |
Okay for PVE where sustained damage matters, but it’s outclassed in PVP. Use it if you enjoy steady, methodical clears rather than burst fights. |
C-Tier Cursed Techniques
| C-Tier CTs | When they fit |
|---|---|
 Cursed SpeechGrade 3 |
After its rework it’s surprisingly viable for farming. Great midgame value if you combo its hitbox with clan abilities, but it loses punch against higher-grade CTs. |
D-Tier Cursed Techniques
| D-Tier CTs | Quick notes |
|---|---|
 Devil’s BroomGrade 3 |
Utility exists, but overall power is low. Keep it for learning combat basics; M1s scale with weapon stats so it’s a niche pick for weapon users. |
 ConstructionGrade 4 |
Starter friendly and fine for early progression. Replace as soon as a better farming CT is available. |
 Cloning TechniqueGrade 4 |
Probably the weakest CT in the game — useful only as a stopgap for brand-new accounts. |
 Boogie WoogieGrade 3 |
Great mobility when paired with Melee or Weapons, but poor as a primary focus. Treat it as a movement tool rather than your main CT. |
I overhear new players asking the same three questions — here are direct answers
What is the best Cursed Technique and Clan in KAIZEN?
I recommend King Curses or Idle Transfiguration as the best CTs overall. For clans: Sukuna and Mahito excel in PVE clears, while Gojo, Itadori, and Uraume are better picks in PVP matchups because of their duel-focused utilities. Tune your choice to the mode you play most.
How to farm a specific cursed technique in Kaizen?
Each advanced CT needs core materials you’ll get from regular enemies and bosses, but the final, rare drop usually comes from that technique’s raid — for example, Blood Manipulation needs Choso raid materials; Idle Transfiguration is tied to Mahito raid shards. Hit raid queues, trade in weekly boss shards, and watch community trackers on Discord or YouTube for shard spawns.
How best to reset stats in KAIZEN?
Stat Purity Tokens reset your attributes. You can find them in chests, from bosses and world bosses, or in AFK rewards. They’re also available for purchase via in-game currency channels on Roblox storefronts, and the community often lists best-value bundles on Twitter/X and Discord hubs.
If you want a playbook: rush Straw Doll or Shock Amplification for faster farming, pick Finger Bearer as a flexible midgame main, then aim for Idle if you want steady performance or King Curses if you’re grinding for the highest DPS.
References: this guide is informed by in-game raid patterns, community-tested shard paths, and coverage from hubs such as Moyens I/O and the KAIZEN Discord scene on Roblox.
Which CT are you chasing first, and why will you gamble hours on that grind?