The Strongest Battlegrounds Tier List
Every character ranked S through D for PvP — updated June 2026
Based on PvP performance across all game modes. Verified damage totals sourced from the TSB Fandom wiki.
The best characters in The Strongest Battlegrounds as of June 2026 are The Strongest Hero and Hero Hunter (S-tier free characters), and Sorcerer (S-tier, private-server exclusive). Destructive Cyborg leads all characters in raw base damage at 89.5%. Rankings are based on PvP performance, verified damage totals, combo potential, and current balance state.
S-Tier — Dominant
Pick these to win. Strongest tools in most matchups.
Sorcerer
(Satoru Gojo (Jujutsu Kaisen))ExclusivePrivate Server+ pass only (499 R$) — cannot be used in public matches
Strengths
- +Infinity makes the user invincible and slows all nearby players
- +Every move variation except one deals instant-kill damage
- +M1s with Infinity active deal 108% (vs 14% without) — Black Flash 4th M1 deals 96%
- +Erase and Repulse instantly kill anything in their path
Weaknesses
- −Only usable by the owner of the private server — unavailable in public matches
- −Requires the Private Server+ gamepass (499 Robux)
The Strongest Hero
(Saitama (One Punch Man))FreeStrengths
- +Second-fastest M1 speed in the game — 67.3% base damage total
- +Serious Mode ultimate lasts indefinitely and can instantly kill with any connected skill
- +Mix of fast and slow attacks with combo range from simple to complex
- +Great for both beginners and experienced players
Weaknesses
- −No range or mobility-based attacks in base form
- −Cannot regenerate health during Serious Mode
- −All Serious Mode skills are single-use — whiffs are costly
Hero Hunter
(Garou (One Punch Man))FreeStrengths
- +Armor on virtually all moves — extremely hard to interrupt
- +Prey's Peril counter deflects projectiles and punishes attacks with precise timing
- +Burst damage from grab-based offense (81.3% base damage total)
- +Monster Form variant swaps to a long-range kit without needing mastery
- +Rampage ultimate can often guarantee a kill when combo connects
Weaknesses
- −No range or mobility-based attacks in base form
- −Counter requires good timing — fails against unpredictable opponents
- −Rampage ultimate has lackluster range and splash for an awakening
A-Tier — Excellent
Very strong, competitive in all game modes.
Martial Artist
(Suiryu (One Punch Man))FreeStrengths
- +Vanishing Kick provides both mobility and a built-in mixup on hit
- +Whirlwind Drop offers safe evasion and defensive flexibility
- +Extremely flexible for both aggressive and defensive playstyles
- +65.1% base damage total — solid mid-range output
Weaknesses
- −No strong inescapable combo to counter ragdoll cancel
- −All attacks outside Vanishing Kick have extremely limited range
- −Dragon's Descent ultimate is less impactful than S-tier awakenings
Destructive Cyborg
(Genos (One Punch Man))FreeStrengths
- +Highest base damage total in the game at 89.5%
- +Machine Gun Blows is one of the best multi-hit moves in the game
- +Charring Finish passive: landing a finisher resets all skill cooldowns
- +Rocket Powered Fist passive: 4th M1 hit gains increased range
- +Burst Out passive: ragdoll cancel on ground triggers a 9–14% AoE explosion
- +Most base attacks are safe on block and deal chip damage
Weaknesses
- −Unblockable options are limited — Ignition Burst requires precise camera movement
- −Maximum Energy Output ultimate has inferior speed; punishing if skills miss
Tech Prodigy
(Child Emperor (One Punch Man))FreeOriginally Early Access; now free for all
Strengths
- +Second-highest base damage at 89.2% (112.9% including Railgun and Tactical Storm)
- +Weboom + Plasma Cannon create immense zoning pressure
- +Forces opponents to dodge instead of punishing wind-ups
- +Highly effective against teamers due to great AoE potential
Weaknesses
- −Generally slow wind-ups that are easy to punish if not spacing carefully
- −Pressure-dependent — falls apart if opponents can close the gap
KJ
(KJ (from "KJ's Final Ride" YouTube video))ExclusiveDevelopers and top donators only — usable in private servers
Strengths
- +70.5% base damage total — grab-based offense similar to Hero Hunter
- +Spiraling Storm counter move in base form
- +Ultimate includes Five Seasons and Unlimited Flex Works — devastating finishers
Weaknesses
- −Less versatile than S-tier characters in varied matchups
- −Unavailable to regular players — developers and #1 donators only
B-Tier — Solid
Good characters held back by specific weaknesses.
Deadly Ninja
(Speed-o'-Sound Sonic (One Punch Man))FreeStrengths
- +Fastest movement speed — hit-and-run playstyle makes whiff punishes lenient
- +Can You Even See Me ultimate has superior range, speed, and damage per move
- +Ultimate has no one-time-use moves — misses are far less punishing than other awakenings
- +Scatter provides excellent disengage and repositioning
Weaknesses
- −Only 58.3% base damage total — second lowest in the game
- −Unblockable attacks deal negligible damage and have long wind-ups
- −Very little access to armor moves — always interruptible by well-timed attacks
Blade Master
(Atomic Samurai (One Punch Man))FreeStrengths
- +Split Second Counter in base form — one of only two characters with a base counter (alongside Hero Hunter)
- +Scorching Blade passive: finishing opponents sets katana on fire for 15s, boosting M1s to 21% damage
- +Master of Kenjutsu passive: 4th M1 sends opponents further back
- +Large number of advanced techniques make it rewarding at high level
Weaknesses
- −62.5% base damage total — lower than most A-tier characters
- −Atmos Cleave has a long wind-up that leaves openings
- −Requires strong game knowledge to unlock its full combo potential
Undying Hero
(Zombie Man (One Punch Man))ExclusiveEarly Access — requires the Early Access Gamepass. Will become free when finished
Strengths
- +69.7% base damage total — solid output above The Strongest Hero
- +Moves: Grave Maker, Blast Breaker, Point Blank, Cross Fire
- +Newest character — still receiving balance updates
Weaknesses
- −Early Access — subject to massive changes, bugs, and lack of balance
- −Ultimate moveset not yet documented or finalized
- −Requires gamepass purchase to play
C-Tier — Below Average
Outclassed in most matchups. Hard to recommend over A/B tier.
Wild Psychic
(Tatsumaki / Fubuki (One Punch Man))FreeStrengths
- +Windstorm Fury has very little end lag on whiff with a long hitbox duration — strong keepout
- +One of the strongest combo games without evasive thanks to Windstorm Fury extensions
- +Grab and multi-target attacks effective against groups
- +Stone Coffin can't be escaped using ragdoll cancel
Weaknesses
- −Lowest base damage total in the game at 45.1%
- −Most base attacks deal lackluster damage individually
- −Berserk ultimate has inferior range and splash compared to other awakenings
Brutal Demon
(Metal Bat (One Punch Man))FreeStrengths
- +Homerun, Grand Slam, and Foul Ball all break blocks — strongest guard-pressure in the game
- +Block-breakers have better speed and range than M1s, making them reliable combo starters
- +Pumped Up ultimate includes the only instant-kill counter in the game (one-time use)
- +61.4% base damage total — decent raw numbers
Weaknesses
- −Slowest M1 attack speed in the entire game — consistently out-traded in neutral
- −Block-breakers have worse end lag, punishable if opponents dodge instead of blocking
- −Pumped Up ultimate has a significantly worse wind-up than other awakenings
D-Tier — Uncompetitive
Limited event characters with significant design flaws for PvP.
Crab Boss
(Crabzilla (WorldBox))LimitedSummer 2024 event — top 3 damage dealers got one-time use. Boss still spawnable in PS+
Strengths
- +Juggernaut-style: extreme health pool and immune to being stunned
- +Moves: Pincer Barrage, Giant Leap, Acid Spit, Laser Claws
Weaknesses
- −Slowest M1s of any character — designed as a group boss, not a PvP fighter
- −No standard defensive tools (block, dash)
- −No longer obtainable in public servers
Frozen Soul
(Todoroki (MHA) / Minos Prime (Ultrakill) / Malenia (Elden Ring))LimitedAdded Dec 2024, removed from public servers May 2025. Boss summonable in PS+ via meteor
Strengths
- +High AoE damage — Permafrost, Frost Forge, Freezing Path, Judgement Chain
- +Increased health pool and first boss capable of self-regeneration
- +Freeze mechanics create unique combo windows no other character has
Weaknesses
- −Juggernaut-style class not balanced for PvP against the main roster
- −No longer playable in public servers
- −Designed to be fought by a group, not played competitively
Quick Reference Summary
| Tier | Character | Inspiration | Availability | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | Sorcerer | Satoru Gojo (Jujutsu Kaisen) | Exclusive | |
| S | The Strongest Hero | Saitama (One Punch Man) | Free | |
| S | Hero Hunter | Garou (One Punch Man) | Free | |
| A | Martial Artist | Suiryu (One Punch Man) | Free | |
| A | Destructive Cyborg | Genos (One Punch Man) | Free | |
| A | Tech Prodigy | Child Emperor (One Punch Man) | Free | |
| A | KJ | KJ (from "KJ's Final Ride" YouTube video) | Exclusive | |
| B | Deadly Ninja | Speed-o'-Sound Sonic (One Punch Man) | Free | |
| B | Blade Master | Atomic Samurai (One Punch Man) | Free | |
| B | Undying Hero | Zombie Man (One Punch Man) | Exclusive | |
| C | Wild Psychic | Tatsumaki / Fubuki (One Punch Man) | Free | |
| C | Brutal Demon | Metal Bat (One Punch Man) | Free | |
| D | Crab Boss | Crabzilla (WorldBox) | Limited | |
| D | Frozen Soul | Todoroki (MHA) / Minos Prime (Ultrakill) / Malenia (Elden Ring) | Limited |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best character in The Strongest Battlegrounds?
The Strongest Hero (Saitama) and Hero Hunter (Garou) are the top free-to-play S-tier characters. The Sorcerer (Gojo) is also S-tier but is locked behind the Private Server+ gamepass (499 Robux) and can only be used on private servers.
What is Monster Form in The Strongest Battlegrounds?
Monster Form is a sub-variant of Hero Hunter accessible by clicking the star icon next to Hero Hunter in the character selection screen. It swaps the grab-based base moveset for a long-range kit (Doom Dive, Crowd Buster, Hammer Heel, Binding Cloth) and a new ultimate. No mastery is required to unlock it.
What is the easiest character to use in The Strongest Battlegrounds for beginners?
The Strongest Hero (Saitama) is rated 3/5 difficulty and is considered beginner-friendly due to straightforward moves with massive payoff. Brutal Demon (Metal Bat) is also low-difficulty but ranked lower competitively.
Which character does the most base damage in TSB?
Destructive Cyborg has the highest base moveset damage at 89.5% total, followed closely by Tech Prodigy at 89.2% (or 112.9% including Railgun and Tactical Storm). Hero Hunter is third at 81.3%. Wild Psychic has the lowest at 45.1%.
How many characters are in The Strongest Battlegrounds?
There are 8 free characters (The Strongest Hero, Hero Hunter, Destructive Cyborg, Deadly Ninja, Brutal Demon, Blade Master, Wild Psychic, Martial Artist), plus Tech Prodigy (graduated from Early Access to free), Undying Hero (currently Early Access), and exclusive/limited characters (Sorcerer, KJ, Crab Boss, Frozen Soul).
Does this tier list change after updates?
Yes. TSB balance patches regularly shift the meta. Characters have been renamed and rebalanced multiple times — for example Menacing Cyborg became Destructive Cyborg, and awakening names have changed across multiple characters. Always check this page and the official TSB Discord for the latest patch notes.
Can I use Sorcerer (Gojo) in normal matches?
No. The Sorcerer character is exclusive to private servers and requires the Private Server+ gamepass (499 Robux). It cannot be selected in public matchmaking. Only the owner of the private server can use it.
Are Crab Boss and Frozen Soul still obtainable?
Neither is obtainable in public servers anymore. Crab Boss was a Summer 2024 event boss (top 3 damage dealers could play as it once), and Frozen Soul was added December 2024 and removed from public servers in May 2025. Both bosses can still be spawned in private servers with the PS+ gamepass.
Base Damage Rankings (Wiki-Verified)
Total base moveset damage for each character, sourced from the TSB Fandom wiki. Higher isn't always better — damage is one factor alongside speed, range, armor, and utility.
| # | Character | Base Damage | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Destructive Cyborg | 89.5% | Highest in game |
| 2 | Tech Prodigy | 89.2% | 112.9% with Railgun + Tactical Storm |
| 3 | Hero Hunter | 81.3% | Base form only |
| 4 | KJ | 70.5% | Exclusive |
| 5 | Undying Hero | 69.7% | Early Access — may change |
| 6 | The Strongest Hero | 67.3% | |
| 7 | Martial Artist | 65.1% | |
| 8 | Blade Master | 62.5% | With Split Second Counter |
| 9 | Brutal Demon | 61.4% | |
| 10 | Monster Form | 60.6% | Hero Hunter variant |
| 11 | Deadly Ninja | 58.3% | |
| 12 | Wild Psychic | 45.1% | Lowest in game |