Okay, so today I’m gonna walk you through how I put together my own little “hsr tier list.” It was a bit of a project, but honestly, super fun and pretty useful for my own gameplay. Let’s dive in!
First things first: The Idea
I’d been seeing a bunch of tier lists floating around online for Honkai: Star Rail, but I always felt like they were missing something. Either they were too focused on one specific playstyle, or they didn’t really explain why characters were ranked the way they were. So, I decided, “Screw it, I’ll make my own!” The goal? A tier list that reflects my personal experiences, my team comps, and my understanding of the game.
Gathering Data: The Grindy Part
- Played. A lot. Seriously, I spent hours (and I mean hours) playing with different characters, different builds, different team synergies. I wanted to get a real feel for how each character performed in different scenarios.
- Took notes. This wasn’t just mindless grinding. I kept a detailed log of each character’s strengths, weaknesses, optimal team comps, and overall usefulness. I’m talking spreadsheets, my dude. Spreadsheets!
- Watched videos, read guides. I’m not too proud to admit I learned a thing or two from the pros. I watched gameplay videos, read guides, and scoured forums to get different perspectives on character builds and strategies. But I always made sure to test everything myself to see if it aligned with my own experiences.
The Tier List Structure: How I Ranked ‘Em
I decided on a fairly standard tier list structure:
- S-Tier: The absolute best of the best. Characters who are game-changers, incredibly versatile, and can carry a team on their own.
- A-Tier: Excellent characters who are strong in most situations and can fill a variety of roles.
- B-Tier: Solid characters who are reliable and effective, but might have some limitations or require specific team comps.
- C-Tier: Niche characters who can be useful in specific situations, but aren’t generally considered top-tier.
- D-Tier: Characters who are either outclassed by other options, or just require too much investment for too little return.
Putting it All Together: The Actual Ranking
This was the tricky part. Taking all the data I’d collected and actually assigning characters to tiers. Here’s a breakdown of how I approached it:
- S-Tier contenders: These were usually pretty obvious. Characters like Bronya just oozed “S-Tier” from the start. Their impact on the team was undeniable.
- A-Tier sorting: This is where things got interesting. I had to carefully compare characters and weigh their strengths and weaknesses. For example, a character might have amazing DPS but be super squishy, which would knock them down a peg.
- B, C, and D-Tier assignments: Honestly, these were the hardest. It was tough to be “brutally honest” about characters I liked, but who just weren’t performing as well as others. I tried to focus on their objective usefulness and compare them to other options available.
The Result: My Personal HSR Tier List
Okay, I won’t bore you with the entire list (it’s long!), but here are a few examples:
- Seele: Obvious S-Tier. Her ability to chain attacks and wipe out enemies is insane.
- Bronya: Another easy S-Tier. Her buffs and turn manipulation are game-changing.
- Bailu: Solid A-Tier healer. Reliable and can keep your team alive.
- Herta: Sadly, C-Tier. Niche use in Simulated Universe, but not very useful outside of that.
Important Note: It’s All Subjective!
This is my tier list, based on my experiences. Your mileage may vary! Don’t take it as gospel. Use it as a starting point for your own exploration and experimentation. The most important thing is to find characters and team comps that you enjoy playing and that work well for you.
Final Thoughts
Creating my own HSR tier list was a ton of work, but it was also incredibly rewarding. It forced me to think critically about character builds, team synergies, and overall game strategy. Plus, it gave me a much deeper appreciation for the game and its characters. So, if you’re looking for a fun and challenging project, I highly recommend giving it a try!
Happy trailblazing!
