With Fellowship entering Open Beta, players are finally getting a proper taste of its class-driven dungeon combat. The game’s roster may be small for now, but each class already shows distinct depth and scaling potential — and some have clearly risen above the rest. The early meta paints a picture of balance between mechanical complexity and raw effectiveness, yet a few standout performers are already defining the tone of group play.
This Fellowship Class Tier List evaluates every currently available class based on actual dungeon experience from the beta and closed play sessions.
While balance is sure to evolve with the Early Access launch, the current rankings reflect how each class performs under real conditions — from crowd control management to scaling potential and group synergy.
Before diving into the breakdown, let’s clarify how these rankings were determined. Each class was evaluated on three main factors that reflect real in-game value:
- Effectiveness in Role: How well the class fulfills its designated purpose — whether that’s tanking, healing, or dealing damage.
- Scaling and Consistency: How damage or survivability improves as gear and talents unlock.
- Ease of Play: How approachable the class is for new players while still rewarding mastery.
While some classes shine immediately thanks to forgiving kits, others demand more finesse but reward that investment tenfold once mastered.
S-Tier Classes
Meiko (Tank)
Meiko is the textbook definition of a “high ceiling” tank — difficult to play at her peak, but unmatched when mastered. Her strength lies in her advanced combo system that allows skillful players to weave between defense and counterattack seamlessly.
In capable hands, she can mitigate staggering amounts of damage and still contribute offensively. Unlike simpler tanks, Meiko rewards timing and rhythm, making her one of the most expressive classes in Fellowship.
She isn’t for everyone, but players who learn her patterns can single-handedly control the flow of a dungeon.
Mara (DPS)
Mara embodies scaling power. Her early-game presence feels average, but as soon as she gains access to better gear and advanced talents, she transforms into a relentless damage engine. Her bleeding and sustained damage builds, especially variants similar to the Hemorrhaging Strike archetype, make her lethal in extended fights.
She demands understanding of positioning and ability pacing, but once that’s mastered, she outpaces every other DPS option in the game. For coordinated groups aiming to push high-tier dungeons, Mara is the standard-setter.
A-Tier Classes: Reliable and Rewarding
Helena (Tank)
If Meiko is the high-skill option, Helena is the accessible one — a steady and forgiving tank who fits perfectly in any group. Her kit focuses on straightforward defense tools and cooldowns that don’t require pixel-perfect timing.
Think of her as the “classic paladin” archetype — simple but reliable. Helena might lack the finesse or burst mitigation potential of Meiko, but her ease of play and durability make her a dependable mainstay, especially in early and mid-tier dungeon play.
Ardeos (DPS)
Ardeos is Fellowship’s “plug-and-play” damage dealer — easy to learn, satisfying to use, and efficient in early content. His damage rotation doesn’t require much setup, letting players focus on fight mechanics rather than complex ability chains.
While he eventually gets outscaled by Mara in raw damage potential, Ardeos remains valuable thanks to his reliability and low downtime. For newer players, he’s the perfect stepping stone into the DPS role before transitioning to more advanced options.
Tariq (DPS – Melee Brawler)
Tariq’s kit suggests durability and single-target focus, but he currently feels incomplete. His damage tuning and cooldowns don’t yet match Ardeos or Mara’s efficiency. If adjusted, he could easily move up a tier due to his thematic strength and melee uptime potential.
Sylvie (Healer)
Sylvie is the team’s lifeline. Her healing-over-time system makes her stand out as the most consistent support option currently available. Rather than relying on last-second emergency heals, she maintains a flow of regeneration across party members through her butterfly-based healing mechanic.
This results in fewer panic moments and smoother dungeon pacing overall. In coordinated teams, Sylvie’s passive healing uptime makes her invaluable — especially during boss phases with sustained group damage.
Elarion
Elarion offers exceptional sustain through his Spirit system, allowing extended uptime without running dry on Focus. His steady damage makes him one of the most consistent ranged DPS picks, though he lacks the explosive burst of Rime or the speed of Ardeos.
B-Tier Classes
Vigour (Healer)
Vigour’s kit is perfectly serviceable, but in the current meta, he simply lacks the efficiency of Sylvie. His abilities lean more reactive than proactive, meaning his healing impact often feels late rather than preventative.
He can still carry groups through early content, but as difficulty rises, Sylvie’s sustained style overshadows him completely. Vigour will need tuning or additional utility options to stand out in future patches.
Rime (DPS)
Rime once stood tall as the quintessential ranged damage dealer, but recent testing phases have seen his performance dip.
While her frost-based attacks and ease of play make her a comfortable choice for newcomers, her numbers lag behind both Mara and Ardeos. Rime remains fun for players who enjoy control-oriented magic and ranged safety, but when it comes to raw damage or scaling, She simply outpaced in the current build.
FAQ
Q: Will this tier list change with Early Access?
Absolutely. As balance patches roll out and more classes release, expect significant adjustments. Mara’s DPS scaling and Meiko’s mitigation could easily be rebalanced once player data accumulates.
Q: Is Rime worth investing in?
If you enjoy ranged spellcasting, yes — Rime is still fun and functional. Just keep expectations realistic regarding damage output compared to current top performers.
Q: Are tanks required for every dungeon?
Yes. Fellowship’s boss mechanics rely on aggro control and mitigation. A good tank — even a beginner-friendly one like Helena — is essential for success.
Right now, Fellowship’s meta rewards commitment and understanding over simplicity. Meiko and Mara dominate because they scale with player skill and gear, while Helena, Ardeos, and Sylvie offer dependable performance without punishing newcomers.
Rime and Vigour, meanwhile, are held back by lackluster scaling, but they remain solid starting options for casual runs.