Get ready to rumble! We're ranking the best characters in Guilty Gear Strive, the popular fighting game from Arc System Works. With a vast roster of strong and memorable fighters, this series is known for producing some of the best fighting games of all time. Each character on our list is a playable fighter who has made their mark with over-the-top appearances and move sets. The top Guilty Gear Strive characters have left a lasting impact on the story, boast unique designs, and possess skill sets that give players an edge in high-stakes matches. Iconic characters like Sol Badguy and Ky Kiske return, continuing their intense rivalry that spans multiple games. Newcomers like Giovanna and Nagoriyuki make their debut, winning fans over with their bold personalities and designs, making them standout black video game characters. Characters like Testament and Bridget are also making waves, praised for their journeys of self-discovery and identification, earning them a spot among the best LGBTQ video game characters. So, who's the best Guilty Gear Strive character? Vote for your favorite and check out the best Guilty Gear games of all time!
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Sol Badguy is a ruthless, aggressive striker. He flaunts his style while beating opponents into oblivion. Sol uses his fists and a massive blade for all his talking. Sol likes getting close and dirty with foes, especially since he can light his fists on fire for huge damage. Sol lacks ranged attacks, but players wanting face-to-face fights will enjoy playing as Sol Badguy.
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Baiken strikes first and asks questions later. Baiken is one of the world's deadliest and most dangerous Japanese swordswomen and samurai. With her sharp blade and fearless attitude, Baiken often uses her opponent's pride and strengths against them. Baiken counters well and acts as a great defender, using that defense to start her attack. Baiken uses her sword, her fireworks cannon, or her grappling to prove she is a warrior others should respect.
Also ranks #2 on Greatest 'Guilty Gear' Characters
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Bridget was raised as a woman and faced much pain. Her parents and family believed that because Bridget and her brother were twins, they would be cursed. They thought raising Bridget as a woman could break the curse. Instead, they broke Bridget's mind because she never felt worthy of her family. Bridget uses her yo-yo and teddy bear, two unique weapons in the game, to deal huge damage to those who cross her, aiming to win back her family's love and respect.
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Players summon their inner rock and roll fiend as the charming and violent I-No. I-No is a hard-rocking witch. She has a small moveset, but it is very powerful and potent; she easily overwhelms opponents with fast offensive attacks. I-No launches magic from her hat, making her an expert in ranged combat. She also uses her magical guitar to launch attacks toward enemies for massive damage. Fans of speed, magic, and metal will find her an ideal character, even if she is tricky to master.
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Ramlethal Valentine lets anyone launch huge swords as projectiles toward enemies. Ramlethal Valentine makes all your fantasies real. She is one of the best ranged combatants in Guilty Gear Strive.Ramlethal Valentine appears in the list 'The Greatest Characters In 'Guilty Gear Strive''Ramlethal has an iconic look with two massive swords. Ramlethal uses her ability to launch and recall projectiles to be deadly. She is also a master of mid-range combat. Though not the quickest, Ramlethal deals heavy damage to those caught off guard.
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Ky Kiske is the ultimate peacekeeper. He places his ethics, morals, and ideology above everything. Ky always seeks self-improvement. He is a balanced fighter with many moves to defeat foes. Players can fight from far away, up close, or in the air. Ky handles any attack with his massive magical sword. He proves a great character for new *Guilty Gear* players.
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Speed defines Chipp Zanuff. This swift ninja throws attacks faster than a blink. Chipp wins matches before opponents see him move. Short-tempered and hot-blooded, Chipp overwhelms foes with his sheer move count. Teleporting and cloning make him deadly. Master his abilities, and flying around the battlefield becomes easy.
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Don't let her size fool you. May is one of the most powerful and aggressive fighters.Guilty Gear StriveMay has much to offer. Her small size matches her spunky, aggressive attitude that sparks rage. May uses charged attacks, wielding her massive anchor to defeat anyone blocking her path. Her ocean life connection gives May depth; she calls for help when cornered. Players can unleash all aggression while playing as May.
Also ranks #14 on Greatest 'Guilty Gear' Characters
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Millia Rage is the fastest character in all of.Guilty Gear StriveMillia Rage blinds opponents with tremendous speed and a wide attack set that leaves foes stunned. Her unique hair weapon lets Millia whip it as fast as she moves, needing no windup or charge. This extreme speed scares some, but for those who want to act like The Flash, this is the best choice.
Also ranks #13 on Greatest 'Guilty Gear' Characters
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Zato-1 is widely regarded as the most difficult character to use in all of.Guilty Gear StriveZato-1 is one of the most visually stunning, nightmare-inducing, and bizarre characters in the game. Players control both Zato and Eddie, Zato's shadow creature, simultaneously. This feat is hard, but it instantly flusters and overwhelms opponents. With many dark, twisted attacks, Zato-1 stands out as one of the most unique characters.
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Leo Whitefang is the ultimate character for the expert of.Guilty Gear SurviveLeo Whitefang is a masterful all-around fighter. He uses any tactic or skill needed to win. Players can use range, close combat, grapple, or airborne moves. Leo Whitefang provides a heavy arsenal of attacks. This jack of all trades carries two massive blades. He deals monstrous damage without even looking at his foes.
Also ranks #29 on Greatest 'Guilty Gear' Characters
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Testament began as a human. Surgeons surgically modified her into a Gear. This Gear is known as the Elegant Grim Reaper. Testament wields a massive, blood-red scythe. She is iconic and deadly. Testament uses many blade swipes. She also uses dark, sadistic magic attacks. Testament scares and abuses opponents with these moves. Testament fights dangerously from a distance or up close. She remains one of the most unique fighters.Guilty Gear Strivehas to offer.
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One of the most difficult characters in all ofGuilty Gear StriveJack-O Valentine uses her army to take over the battlefield. This artificial life form uses her robotic brethren to deal massive damage. Summon up to three servants and use them as melee, ranged, or explosive tools to gain an edge. Because her fighting ability is weak, players must master the timing and skills the servants provide to control the battlefield.
Also ranks #8 on Greatest 'Guilty Gear' Characters
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One of the most bizarre characters has one of the most bizarre and frustrating movesets. Faust's horrific surgical past does not relate to his combat techniques. Moves throw random, unknown items, cut hair into afros, or launch opponents into the sky with a gold putter. Faust is arguably the hardest character to use because his moveset is wacky and unbalanced. Though his look is creepy and incredible, players often find he is more trouble than he is worth.
Also ranks #10 on Greatest 'Guilty Gear' Characters
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Masterful in combos, Giovanna overwhelms opponents with prolonged attacks that seem endless. Giovanna may not be the fastest fighter, but she never stops once she starts. Her spirit wolf accompanies Giovanna, giving her an intriguing design. Being a super-powered special forces officer for the President does not help her look cool; she is one of the most intriguing characters in all ofGuilty Gear Strive.
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Happy Chaos, the discoverer of the Backyard and the Original, is a bizarre and lackluster fighter given his epic backstory. Happy Chaos is a ranged fighter who uses his pistol for massive damage. He is slow and docile, sometimes using spells to boost his gun damage. With poor close combat ability, players must master timing to bring Happy Chaos to his peak power.
Also ranks #21 on Greatest 'Guilty Gear' Characters
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Axl Low looks like Guns N' Roses lead singer Axl Rose and even has his name from him, but Axl Low is his own man. This time-traveling fighter often seems lazy, but he fights hard. Axl wields a massive chained blade. He can obliterate opponents from a safe distance and never sweats. Players find mastering him tricky, but when they hook onto him, fighting across the hall becomes a blast.
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Nagoriyuki offers a dark, twisted fantasy. He is a masochistic vampire samurai hunting blood and destruction. This massive man has huge speed. Nagoriyuki uses his gigantic blade for unmatched damage to opponents. Using Nagoriyuki is fun, but tracking and controlling his blood meter proves jarring and hard, even for veteran fighting game fans.
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Goldlweis Dickinson is a massive, hulking, bulging human being. He fights with brutal power.Guilty Gear StriveGoldlweis uses a machine gun/coffin with chains. He overwhelms and engulfs opponents with savage attacks. Although absurdly large, Goldlewis possesses decent speed. However, his short range makes him hard to control.
Also ranks #28 on Greatest 'Guilty Gear' Characters
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Potemkin is a hulking monster. He is devastatingly brutal and powerful. He comes from the Independent Airborne State of Zepp, where they train and breed deadly warriors. Potemkin is a massive tank. He uses fiery fists to disrupt and obliterate opponents. His real skill lies in his grabs. Potemkin is difficult for new players, but playing this giant monster is worth the challenge.
Also ranks #17 on Greatest 'Guilty Gear' Characters
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Anji Mito is one of the last humans of Japanese descent. He is a master defender. Anji uses martial arts to turn dancing into devastating destruction. Anji has many moves designed to parry and counter attacks. Anji controls a match expertly, making opponents afraid to strike. Though not overly powerful or quick, Anji's defensive mind makes him dangerous for patient players.
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