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Arknights Supporter Tier List
GlobalRanked by Power Index for general play. How we rank ↗
Best Supporters at a glance
Orchid leads among reviewed Supporters with a Power Index of 61/100. Orchid is a low-cost source of Slow. Her range can buy extra time for a damage dealer to clear an approaching group.
Use the filters to find a role you need, then select operators to compare their scores and first skills.
Operator rankings
1 matching operator
| Rank | Operator | Tier / Score | Power Index | Train first | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Orchid Cheap access to ranged slows, with limited output and no promotion path beyond E1. | C61/100 | 61 | S1Swift Strike α |
What do the Arknights tiers mean?
Tier placement uses our 100-point Power Index for general Global play. Upgrade cost and acquisition priority are evaluated separately. Unrated operators are still awaiting a full review.
- EX Game Changers
- 95–100 plus a written case for exceptional impact.
- S+ Elite general picks
- 93 and up, including scores of 95+ that do not meet the EX criteria.
- S Standout picks
- 90–92 Power Index.
- A Strong general picks
- 80–89 Power Index.
- B Strong in the right setup
- 70–79 Power Index.
- C Narrow use cases
- 0–69 Power Index.
EX write-ups explain what each pick lets your squad do differently. Read the full scoring rubric ↗
What does AFK-friendly mean?
These recommended skills run automatically or stay active once set up. A laneholder holds an enemy route with little help. A DP printer generates deployment points so the rest of your squad can get onto the map sooner. A helidrop does its main job soon after deployment.