The Specials tier list
Specials are the abilities you buy or roll with Chikara Shards, and they include Stands and Grimoires. The ranking above grades them by raw damage ceiling and reliability. The headline takeaway: the best Specials out-damage even S-tier Fruits at endgame, which is why they become the priority once you can access them.
S tier: endgame damage kings
Tournament Stands and Grimoires sit at the top. Their raw DPS ceiling beats every Fruit, making them the go-to for clearing the toughest bosses and dominating PvP. The catch is access: the strongest options are tied to the tournament shop and higher-tier rolls, so you need a steady Chikara income and competitive points to secure them.
A and B tier: dependable picks
Gacha Stands in A tier are strong all-round options you can roll with Chikara, and they serve well throughout the mid game. B-tier mid Specials are reliable filler — perfectly usable while you save toward an S-tier option. None of these are wasted purchases; they keep your damage competitive during the climb.
C tier: starter options
Starter Specials are cheap early picks that bridge your first few hours before you have the Chikara for anything better. Use them, but plan to upgrade.
When to transition from Fruits to Specials
Early and mid game, a strong Fruit is the most efficient damage because Fruits are so accessible. Once you can reliably reach the tournament shop and afford higher-tier rolls, shift your Chikara farming toward Stands and Grimoires. Pair your chosen Special with a top Champion for multipliers and the matching stat for scaling. For the full plan on timing this transition, see the progression roadmap, and for individual entries, the Specials database.