Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is Arc System Works' follow-up to the 2020 fighter, published by Cygames and released on 14 December 2023 for PC, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The launch roster ran to 28 fighters, with Anila, Siegfried, Grimnir and Nier joining the 24 who came across from the first game. The defining change is Bravery Points, a three-point per round defensive resource that Raging Strikes, Brave Counters and Skybound Arts all pull from.
Choosing the right role shapes your entire experience. This guide breaks down every option: what they're good at, what they struggle with, and which one matches your playstyle. For optimized builds with full gear sets, see our builds guide.
Quick Comparison
| Role | Tier | Playstyle | Best Weapons | Beginner Friendly? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran | A | Balanced | Skybound Art | Yes |
| Charlotta | A | Balanced | Super Skybound Art | Yes |
| Vaseraga | A | Balanced | Ultimate Skill | Yes |
| Ferry | A | Balanced | Raging Strike | Yes |
| Lancelot | A | Balanced | Brave Counter | Yes |
New player? Start with Charlotta. See our beginner's guide for why.
Gran
Gran is a strong option in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Weapons | Skybound Art |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Bravery Points |
Strengths
- Highest overall performance across all content types
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Skybound Art
Weaknesses
- Popular choice, competition for resources
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Story Mode to learn Gran-specific mechanics
- Focus on Bravery Points. It's this role's primary system
- Prioritize Skybound Art as your first major upgrade
- See our full Gran build guide for the optimal gear progression
Charlotta
Charlotta is a strong option in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Weapons | Super Skybound Art |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Guard Crush |
Strengths
- Most versatile, adapts to any situation
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Super Skybound Art
Weaknesses
- Lower peak damage than S-tier options
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Story Mode to learn Charlotta-specific mechanics
- Focus on Guard Crush. It's this role's primary system
- Prioritize Super Skybound Art as your first major upgrade
- See our full Charlotta build guide for the optimal gear progression
Vaseraga
Vaseraga is a strong option in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Weapons | Ultimate Skill |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Simple and Technical inputs |
Strengths
- Best survivability for learning hard content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Ultimate Skill
Weaknesses
- Slower progression speed
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Story Mode to learn Vaseraga-specific mechanics
- Focus on Simple and Technical inputs. It's this role's primary system
- Prioritize Ultimate Skill as your first major upgrade
- See our full Vaseraga build guide for the optimal gear progression
Ferry
Ferry is a strong option in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Weapons | Raging Strike |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Rollback netcode and crossplay |
Strengths
- Excellent in group and cooperative content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Raging Strike
Weaknesses
- Less effective solo
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Story Mode to learn Ferry-specific mechanics
- Focus on Rollback netcode and crossplay. It's this role's primary system
- Prioritize Raging Strike as your first major upgrade
- See our full Ferry build guide for the optimal gear progression
Lancelot
Lancelot is a strong option in Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Weapons | Brave Counter |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Per-character Versus Rank |
Strengths
- Highest skill ceiling with unique mechanics
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Brave Counter
Weaknesses
- Steep learning curve, punishing mistakes
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Story Mode to learn Lancelot-specific mechanics
- Focus on Per-character Versus Rank. It's this role's primary system
- Prioritize Brave Counter as your first major upgrade
- See our full Lancelot build guide for the optimal gear progression
Which Role Should You Pick?
For Beginners
Charlotta is the clear winner. It's forgiving, teaches core mechanics, and remains competitive into endgame. Follow our beginner's guide for the best first-session experience.
For Maximum Performance
Gran is the top pick once you understand the game's mechanics. Pair it with Skybound Art for the strongest overall setup.
For a Challenge
Lancelot offers the highest skill ceiling. It's punishing when misplayed but incredibly rewarding when mastered. Only recommended after you've completed the game with another role.
For Group Play
Ferry shines in cooperative content with utility and team support capabilities.
More Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Guides
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Overview
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Best Builds
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Tier List
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Walkthrough
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Beginner's Guide
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Tips & Tricks
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Weapons Guide
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Combat Guide
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Boss Guide
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Maps & Locations
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Crafting Guide
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