Ravenswatch continues to evolve with the addition of Merlin, bringing fresh build diversity and shifting the overall meta in Nightmare difficulty. While the game remains impressively balanced, some characters clearly stand out thanks to their consistency, build flexibility, and overall performance.
This tier list ranks all characters in base Nightmare mode (no modifiers), focusing on:
- Build consistency
- Early snowball potential (Level 2 talents)
- Build diversity
- Solo + Co-op viability
- Overall enjoyment
S Tier
These characters offer high consistency, strong builds, and excellent scaling, making them top picks for both solo and co-op runs.
Merlin
Merlin is easily one of the most versatile and powerful characters right now. His ability to adapt to any situation using different spells makes him incredibly reliable.
- Extremely high build variety
- Doesn’t rely heavily on Level 2 RNG
- Strong AoE, burst, healing, and utility
- One of the best co-op characters (heals + revive ultimate)
Verdict: Top-tier in every category — damage, utility, and fun.
Aladdin
Aladdin remains one of the strongest and most enjoyable characters in the game.
- Excellent Level 2 talents for early snowball
- Strong power and attack builds
- Insane co-op value (team buffs, consumables)
- High skill ceiling with rewarding gameplay loop
Verdict: Arguably the best all-rounder in the game.
Pied Piper
A highly flexible character with multiple viable builds.
- Huge build diversity (rats, special, hybrid builds)
- Strong AoE zoning and scaling
- One of the best healers in co-op
- Can dominate entire maps with proper setup
Verdict: Easy S-tier due to versatility and team utility.
Snow Queen
A powerful AoE-focused character that excels in crowd control.
- Strong stagger and area damage
- Multiple viable builds (power, defense, dash)
- Excellent in co-op for clearing mobs
Weakness: Slightly weaker early boss damage
Verdict: Top-tier for consistency and control.
Melusine
One of the most consistent characters in the game.
- Strong survivability (healing + damage mitigation)
- Multiple viable builds (attack, defense, power)
- Easy to scale into late game
- Great co-op support
Verdict: Safe, reliable, and powerful.
Carmilla
A high-skill, high-reward character with excellent scaling.
- Strong build diversity (crit, power, special builds)
- Great mobility and map control
- Strong boss damage potential
- Valuable co-op utility (mark + scouting)
Verdict: S-tier due to flexibility and high ceiling.
Wukong
A powerhouse character with insane damage potential.
- Doesn’t depend heavily on Level 2 talents
- Multiple fun and viable builds
- One of the highest damage outputs in the game
Weakness: Less effective in co-op if not host
Verdict: Extremely strong and flexible.
Juliet
A damage-focused character with explosive potential.
- Strong starting talent (Volcanic Shots)
- Multiple viable builds (attack + power)
- Insane AoE damage, especially in co-op with Romeo
Verdict: One of the highest DPS characters in the game.
A Tier
These characters are still very strong but may lack consistency or flexibility compared to S-tier picks.
Gepetto
A unique playstyle focused on dummies and setup.
- Strong bossing potential
- Safe gameplay (aggro control)
- Multiple builds
Weaknesses:
- Slow early game
- Requires setup and cooldown management
Verdict: Powerful but slower-paced.
Romeo
A solid and fun melee character.
- Good Level 2 talent options
- Strong defensive playstyle
- Can dominate fights with proper timing
Weaknesses:
- Limited build diversity (solo)
- Relies heavily on skill execution
Verdict: Strong but more demanding to play.
B Tier
These characters are still viable but may struggle with consistency or build reliance.
Beowulf
A beginner-friendly character with solid survivability.
- Built-in healing and shielding
- Easy to understand and play
Weaknesses:
- Limited build diversity
- Relies heavily on specific builds (Fiery Slash)
- Slower scaling compared to others
Verdict: Safe pick, but lacks flexibility.
Scarlet
A character with strong potential but lower consistency.
- Unique dual-form gameplay
- Strong stealth utility
- Good co-op revive potential
Weaknesses:
- Requires multiple talents to function well
- Limited consistent builds
- Melee form (wolf) can feel clunky
Verdict: Playable, but less reliable than others.
Final Tier List
| Tier | Characters |
|---|---|
| S Tier | Merlin, Aladdin, Pied Piper, Snow Queen, Melusine, Carmilla, Wukong, Juliet |
| A Tier | Gepetto, Romeo |
| B Tier | Beowulf, Scarlet |
Ravenswatch remains one of the most balanced roguelikes out right now. Even lower-tier characters can still clear Nightmare difficulty with the right builds and skill.
However, if you’re looking for the most consistent and powerful picks, S-tier characters will give you the smoothest experience — especially in solo runs.
