Sephiria is a top down action roguelite from TEAM HORAY, the studio behind Dungreed. You play a bunny climbing a demon filled tower to stop Bunnyville being wiped out on the Day of Destiny, and it left Early Access on 31 July 2026 after starting that run on 3 April 2025. A full climb covers six chapters, more than 60 enemy types and over 10 bosses, with six weapons carrying more than 50 upgrades each.
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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ice element build | A | Balanced | Sword and Shield | Yes |
| Critical strike build | A | Balanced | Greatsword | Yes |
| Dash trigger build | A | Balanced | Dagger | Yes |
| Companion build | A | Balanced | Katana | Yes |
| Physical melee build | A | Balanced | Crossbow | Yes |
New player? Start with Critical strike build. See our beginner's guide for why.
Ice element build
Ice element build is a strong option in Sephiria.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Sword and Shield |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Artifact and Tablet inventory grid |
Strengths
- Highest overall performance across all content types
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Sword and Shield
Weaknesses
- Popular choice, competition for resources
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Bunnyville to learn Ice element build-specific mechanics
- Focus on Artifact and Tablet inventory grid. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Sword and Shield as your first major upgrade
- See our full Ice element build build guide for the optimal gear progression
Critical strike build
Critical strike build is a strong option in Sephiria.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Greatsword |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Six weapons with over 50 upgrades each |
Strengths
- Most versatile, adapts to any situation
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Greatsword
Weaknesses
- Lower peak damage than S-tier options
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Bunnyville to learn Critical strike build-specific mechanics
- Focus on Six weapons with over 50 upgrades each. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Greatsword as your first major upgrade
- See our full Critical strike build build guide for the optimal gear progression
Dash trigger build
Dash trigger build is a strong option in Sephiria.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Dagger |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Destiny Inscription meta progression |
Strengths
- Best survivability for learning hard content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Dagger
Weaknesses
- Slower progression speed
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Bunnyville to learn Dash trigger build-specific mechanics
- Focus on Destiny Inscription meta progression. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Dagger as your first major upgrade
- See our full Dash trigger build build guide for the optimal gear progression
Companion build
Companion build is a strong option in Sephiria.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Katana |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | One Miracle per run from the Root node |
Strengths
- Excellent in group and cooperative content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Katana
Weaknesses
- Less effective solo
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Bunnyville to learn Companion build-specific mechanics
- Focus on One Miracle per run from the Root node. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Katana as your first major upgrade
- See our full Companion build build guide for the optimal gear progression
Physical melee build
Physical melee build is a strong option in Sephiria.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Crossbow |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Costumes chosen before each run |
Strengths
- Highest skill ceiling with unique mechanics
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Crossbow
Weaknesses
- Steep learning curve, punishing mistakes
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Bunnyville to learn Physical melee build-specific mechanics
- Focus on Costumes chosen before each run. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Crossbow as your first major upgrade
- See our full Physical melee build build guide for the optimal gear progression
Which Build Should You Pick?
For Beginners
Critical strike build 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
Ice element build is the top pick once you understand the game's mechanics. Pair it with Sword and Shield for the strongest overall setup.
For a Challenge
Physical melee build 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
Companion build shines in cooperative content with utility and team support capabilities.
More Sephiria Guides
- Sephiria Sephiria Overview
- Sephiria Best Builds
- Sephiria Tier List
- Sephiria Walkthrough
- Sephiria Beginner's Guide
- Sephiria Tips & Tricks
- Sephiria Weapons Guide
- Sephiria Combat Guide
- Sephiria Boss Guide
- Sephiria Maps & Locations
- Sephiria Crafting Guide
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