The latest update in Blue Lock: Rivals introduces Nel Rin, a powerful evolution of Rin featuring a World Class Style and cinematic Awakening skills.
This major update has significantly shifted the competitive meta, making it essential for players to understand which characters are currently dominating the game and which ones are more situational.
In this complete tier list, we’ll break down every key character from S-tier to B-tier, including their strengths, playstyles, and ideal usage.
You’ll also find reroll tips and style management strategies to help you build a top-tier team in Ranked mode.
S-Tier – Meta Dominators (Game-Changers)
These characters are the strongest in the current meta and can completely turn the tide of battle. If you’re playing competitively, S-tier characters are your top priority for building a dominant team.
Nel Rin
The star of the update, Nel Rin is equipped with a World Class Style, Passive Curve Shots, and the Destructive Impulses Flow. His cinematic Awakening skills—such as Destructive Crash Shot and DIE—are powerful finishers capable of overpowering most defenders.
Despite being a slower character, Nel Rin excels in zone control and finishing, making him ideal for a controlled, aggressive playstyle.
Neil Bachira
The Mythic version of Bachira boasts explosive Awakening skills and a fast-paced, dribbling-focused style. His ability to launch quick attacks from midfield makes him a deadly offensive force.
Igaguri / Kurona
These disruptor characters are extremely valuable thanks to their auto-tackle, teleport steal, and team-disrupting abilities. They are essential for controlling the tempo and breaking opponent momentum.
Don Lorenzo / World Class Sae
Both are elite defensive characters. Don Lorenzo is known for his area control, while Sae offers precise passing and effective counter-initiations. Together, they form a solid defensive backbone.
Shidou / King
Specializing in aerial plays and long-range shots, Shidou thrives in teams that utilize cross passes and vertical attack strategies. His signature moves like the bicycle kick make him a standout striker.
Isagi
A versatile and balanced character, Isagi maintains his place in S-tier due to his Meta Vision ability. He can adapt to multiple roles on the field and excels at game-reading and tempo control.
A-Tier – Strong and Competitive
These characters are highly effective in most game modes and team setups. While not as overpowering as S-tier units, they remain solid choices for competitive gameplay.
Yukimiya
A fast attacker with a reliable knuckleball shot. Great for fast breaks and transition play.
Rin (Base Version)
While no longer the strongest version, standard Rin still offers good curve shots and high agility, making him a solid forward for newer players.
Aiku
A defensive unit with strong interceptions and tackles, Aiku excels at stopping rush attacks and disrupting offensive formations.
Nagi
Ideal for aerial traps and counterattacks. His skillset makes him useful in strategies focused on long balls and air plays.
Revamped Chigiri
A top-tier sprinter, Chigiri’s revamped version offers extreme speed, ideal for breakaway scoring and sudden transitions.
Revamped Gagamaru
A highly reactive goalkeeper with quick reflexes. His updated version is much more viable in the current meta.
Hiori
A true playmaker. Hiori combines excellent passing with smart dribbling, controlling midfield flow and creating scoring chances.
B-Tier – Situational and Playstyle Dependent
These characters are less flexible and require specific strategies or team compositions to shine. They can still be useful, especially in story or casual play, but aren’t optimal for Ranked unless they fit your exact playstyle.
Reo
Known for his skill-copying ability with a 50% success rate. When used correctly, he can surprise opponents, but the reliance on RNG makes him inconsistent.
Base Bachira
Still a solid dribbler and ball stealer, but lacks the impact and explosiveness of his Mythic variant. Better suited for early progression stages.
Reroll Tips & Style Management
Here are some effective ways to reroll and manage your styles efficiently in Blue Lock: Rivals:
Use Lucky Style Spins earned from daily missions or active redeem codes.
Quick rerolls can be done by exchanging 2500 in-game cash for a fresh spin.
Additional Style Slots are purchasable with Robux—save these for major updates when new powerful characters (like Nel Rin) are released.
Always take advantage of 2X Luck Events to increase your chances of pulling Mythic or Godly styles.
Conclusion
The arrival of Nel Rin has completely reshaped the Blue Lock: Rivals meta. Characters like Nel Rin, Neil Bachira, and Don Lorenzo dominate the S-tier thanks to their cinematic power, disruption potential, and defensive control.
If you’re aiming for success in Ranked or tournaments, prioritize unlocking and building S-tier characters first.
A-tier units offer excellent versatility for adaptive play, while B-tier options should only be used if they match your specific strategy or team build.
Stay updated as more characters are added or reworked, as tier placements may shift with future balance changes and style updates.