Omeda Studios rebuilt Epic's cancelled Paragon into this free to play third person MOBA, leaving Early Access on 30 November 2022 and hitting 1.0 on 20 August 2024. Over 45 heroes fill five roles across three lanes and a jungle, and every ability is aimed over the shoulder rather than clicked, so terrain and vaulting actually change fights. Matches revolve around two timed objectives, Fangtooth at five minutes and Orb Prime later.
Choosing the right build 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
| Build | Tier | Playstyle | Best Equipment | Beginner Friendly? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offlane | A | Balanced | Warrior Crest | Yes |
| Midlane | A | Balanced | Magician Crest | Yes |
| Jungle | A | Balanced | Marksman Crest | Yes |
| Carry | A | Balanced | Tainted Blade | Yes |
| Support | A | Balanced | Sky Splitter | Yes |
New player? Start with Midlane. See our beginner's guide for why.
Offlane
Offlane is a strong option in Predecessor.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Warrior Crest |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Crest starter items and upgrades |
Strengths
- Highest overall performance across all content types
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Warrior Crest
Weaknesses
- Popular choice, competition for resources
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Offlane to learn Offlane-specific mechanics
- Focus on Crest starter items and upgrades. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Warrior Crest as your first major upgrade
- See our full Offlane build guide for the optimal gear progression
Midlane
Midlane is a strong option in Predecessor.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Magician Crest |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Fangtooth and Orb Prime timers |
Strengths
- Most versatile, adapts to any situation
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Magician Crest
Weaknesses
- Lower peak damage than S-tier options
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Offlane to learn Midlane-specific mechanics
- Focus on Fangtooth and Orb Prime timers. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Magician Crest as your first major upgrade
- See our full Midlane build guide for the optimal gear progression
Jungle
Jungle is a strong option in Predecessor.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Marksman Crest |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Jungle buff camps |
Strengths
- Best survivability for learning hard content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Marksman Crest
Weaknesses
- Slower progression speed
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Offlane to learn Jungle-specific mechanics
- Focus on Jungle buff camps. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Marksman Crest as your first major upgrade
- See our full Jungle build guide for the optimal gear progression
Carry
Carry is a strong option in Predecessor.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Tainted Blade |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Third person aimed abilities |
Strengths
- Excellent in group and cooperative content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Tainted Blade
Weaknesses
- Less effective solo
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Offlane to learn Carry-specific mechanics
- Focus on Third person aimed abilities. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Tainted Blade as your first major upgrade
- See our full Carry build guide for the optimal gear progression
Support
Support is a strong option in Predecessor.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Sky Splitter |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Five roles across three lanes |
Strengths
- Highest skill ceiling with unique mechanics
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Sky Splitter
Weaknesses
- Steep learning curve, punishing mistakes
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Offlane to learn Support-specific mechanics
- Focus on Five roles across three lanes. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Sky Splitter as your first major upgrade
- See our full Support build guide for the optimal gear progression
Which Build Should You Pick?
For Beginners
Midlane 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
Offlane is the top pick once you understand the game's mechanics. Pair it with Warrior Crest for the strongest overall setup.
For a Challenge
Support 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 build.
For Group Play
Carry shines in cooperative content with utility and team support capabilities.
More Predecessor Guides
- Predecessor Predecessor Overview
- Predecessor Best Builds
- Predecessor Tier List
- Predecessor Walkthrough
- Predecessor Beginner's Guide
- Predecessor Tips & Tricks
- Predecessor Weapons Guide
- Predecessor Combat Guide
- Predecessor Boss Guide
- Predecessor Maps & Locations
- Predecessor Crafting Guide
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