- Top Meta DPS: Falcon and Berserker dominate the damage charts in Update 4.5.
- Best Support: White Hunter remains essential for slowing enemies and enabling DPS.
- Key Synergy: Use Falcon's Brand of Sacrifice to buff Berserker with triple stats.
- Ideal Team: King of Curses, Wiper, Captain, Cyborg, White Hunter, Nami, and Unico.
- Trait Priority: Aim for The One trait on single-placement units like Falcon.
Update 4.5 Meta Overview
The Berserk Update 4.5 introduced three significant units: Falcon, Berserker, and Majesty. While the core meta remains stable, these additions offer new strategies for Infinite and Tournament modes. The current tier list reflects a landscape where Damage over Time (DOT) and AoE crowd control are paramount.
Video Highlights:
- Falcon is ranked top 3 for overall Meta DPS.
- Berserker offers high damage for a low cost (68k total).
- Majesty fits into a Sub-Meta DPS/Support role.
- The One trait is critical for single-placement units.
While new units are powerful, the Ideal Team composition has not shifted drastically. Legacy units like King of Curses and Whitebeard remain top-tier choices due to their superior DOT and AoE capabilities.
Top Tier Unit Rankings
Understanding the hierarchy of units is crucial for resource allocation. The following table breaks down the highest-performing units in the current meta, categorized by their primary role.
| Unit Name | Role | Cost | Key Strength | Trait Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falcon | Meta DPS | 950 | Sacrifice Meter mechanic enables massive scaling; Brand of Sacrifice debuffs enemies. | The One (1 placement) |
| King of Curses | Meta DPS | High | Best DOT unit in the game; scales infinitely with damage stats. | Emperor |
| Berserker | Meta DPS | 68k | Cheap cost with high base damage; Anti-Regen and Stun capabilities. | The One (1 placement) |
| White Hunter | Support | Medium | Slows all enemies; essential for protecting DPS units. | The One |
| Whitebeard | AoE DPS | High | Massive AoE damage with team buffs; controls waves effectively. | Emperor |
The One trait is exceptionally strong on single-placement units like Falcon and Berserker because it maximizes their field presence immediately. For multi-unit carries like King of Curses, Emperor is preferred to boost DOT scaling.
Falcon Mechanics
- Sacrifice Meter: Sell 300k value units to unlock max passive.
- Brand of Sacrifice: Marks enemies with debuffs while Falcon gains buffs.
- Eclipse Calamity: Deals 200 damage to controlled enemies.
Berserker Utility
- Adaptive CC: Stuns fast enemies, disables regen on tanks.
- Synergy: Gains 3x buffs if branded by Falcon.
- Cost: Extremely cheap at 68k total cost.
Majesty Role
- Summoner: Summons defeated enemies to fight for you.
- Terror: Inflicts Arro Cleave (damage over time).
- Support: Provides decent utility for the cost.
Optimal Team Compositions
Building a balanced team is more than just picking S-Tier units; you need a mix of Farm, Support, AoE, and Single Target DPS. The "Ideal Team" represents the gold standard for clearing difficult content like Infinite Mode and Tournaments.
The Ideal Team Setup
| Slot | Unit | Role | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cyborg | Starter | Generates initial economy; early game defense. |
| 2 | Nami | Farm | Provides gold generation; essential for economy. |
| 3 | Unico | Farm | Secondary gold generator; accelerates unit upgrades. |
| 4 | White Hunter | Support | Slows enemies; protects backline. |
| 5 | Whitebeard | AoE DPS | Clears waves of trash mobs; applies buffs. |
| 6 | King of Curses | DOT DPS | Melts bosses with damage over time. |
| 7 | Wiper/Captain | Hybrid | Fills gaps in DPS and control. |
Falcon and Berserker have a unique interaction. If Berserker receives the Brand of Sacrifice from Falcon, he gains the opposite buff increased by three times instead of a debuff, making them a devastating duo.
Advanced Unit Strategies
Maximizing unit potential requires understanding their hidden mechanics and upgrade paths. Below are the detailed strategies for the new Update 4.5 units.
Falcon: The Sacrifice King
Falcon is a complex unit that requires active management to reach his full potential. He is a 950 cost unit with a max upgrade of 79.
Mechanics Breakdown:
- Soul Fuel: Selling units within Falcon's range fuels his meter by their total cost.
- 100k Threshold: Applies control effects to attacks.
- 200k Threshold: Unit becomes unsellable but gains 30% stats.
- 300k Threshold: Unlocks Drawn Opposial (Brand units have a 20% chance to deal their damage + 50% Falcon damage).
Strategy: In Infinite Mode, you can reliably hit the 300k threshold to unlock his full damage potential. In standard story stages (Wave 15-30), it is often mathematically impossible to sell enough value to max him out, making him better suited for late-game content.
Berserker: The Budget Beast
Berserker is a Dark/Rock hybrid unit. He is a Ground Only melee unit with a massive 218k Attack Stat at max upgrade.
Mechanics Breakdown:
- Adaptive Damage: Stuns quick enemies, deals 30% more damage to tanks, disables regen.
- Old Comrade: If branded by Falcon, buffs are tripled.
Strategy: Use Berserker as a frontline damage sponge. His low cost (68k) allows you to place him early. Pair him strictly with Falcon to abuse the Old Comrade trait.
Early Game Economy
Place Cyborg, Nami, and Unico immediately. Focus on generating gold to reach your unit costs. Avoid placing expensive DPS units until wave 15-20.
Place Support
Deploy White Hunter as soon as enemies get too fast. His slow is vital for keeping your units safe.
Deploy DPS
Place King of Curses or Whitebeard depending on the enemy type. Use Whitebeard for clumps of enemies and King of Curses for high-health bosses.
Falcon Setup
Place Falcon in a central position. Ensure he covers your sacrifice units. Sell low-cost units within his range to fuel the meter.
Berserker Combo
Place Berserker inside Falcon's range. This triggers the Brand of Sacrifice, giving Berserker a massive stat boost instead of a debuff.
Progression Checklist
Building a successful account requires focusing on the right units and traits. Use this checklist to ensure you are prioritizing the correct investments.
Update 4.5 Goals:
- Acquire Falcon and aim for The One trait
- Unlock Berserker and pair him with Falcon
- Farm Majesty for Sub-Meta DPS needs
- Upgrade White Hunter to Max Level for slow utility
- Prioritize Emperor trait on King of Curses
If you get The One trait on units like Whitebeard or Shanks, do not worry. It is still a very good trait. You do not need to sell or reset your account, as The One provides strong benefits for almost any unit.
FAQ
Q: Is Falcon better than King of Curses?
Falcon has higher raw damage potential when fully stacked (300k meter), but King of Curses provides consistent DOT and is easier to use. Falcon is better for Infinite Mode, while King of Curses is better for general progression.
Q: How do I trigger Berserker's triple buff?
You must place **Berserker** within **Falcon's** range. Falcon's 'Brand of Sacrifice' ability will mark Berserker. Due to Berserker's 'Old Comrade' trait, he gains the opposite buff tripled instead of a debuff.
Q: What is the best team for Infinite Mode?
The best team includes **Falcon** (DPS), **Berserker** (DPS), **White Hunter** (Support/Slow), **King of Curses** (DOT), and your standard farm units (**Nami/Unico**). This composition maximizes damage and control.
Q: Is Majesty worth using?
Majesty is a decent 'Sub-Meta' unit. He is easy to evolve and provides summoning utility. However, he is not top-tier (S-Tier) and should be replaced by Falcon or Berserker if you have them.