Mistfall Hunter Best Class Tier List
Quick answer
The six classes are Mercenary, Withered Knight, Shadowstrix, Sorcerer, Seer, and Blackarrow. Mercenary is the safest new-player choice; for squads use Seer, Shadowstrix, and Mercenary; for PvP begin with Mercenary or Shadowstrix.
Step-by-Step
Class tier list
| Class | Role | Solo | Squad | PvP | New player? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercenary | Melee bruiser | S | A | S | Yes |
| Withered Knight | Frontline bruiser | A | A | A | Medium |
| Shadowstrix | Assassin | A | S | A | Medium |
| Sorcerer | Caster | B | A | A | Hard |
| Seer | Support / utility | B | S | B | Hard |
| Blackarrow | Ranged hunter | A | A | A | Medium |
Which class should you pick?
Best for beginners
Mercenary has high survivability, a simple melee loop, and strong PvP trades. Read the Mercenary build guide.
Best for squads
Seer + Shadowstrix + Mercenary covers support, burst, and frontline pressure. See 3-man team comps.
Best for PvP
Mercenary and Shadowstrix are early kill leaders; Blackarrow is the safer ranged-poke option.
Class build pages
Location / Conditions
- Rankings reflect early community meta after the August 19, 2026 update.
Common Mistakes
- Treating a tier list as a guarantee across every patch or team composition.
Not Working?
- Verify the current patch and live play before committing resources to a class.
Sources
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