Understanding the Attack on Titan Revolution Family System
In Attack on Titan Revolution, your chosen family acts as the foundation of your character's build. Each family provides a unique set of passive buffs, active skills, and, in some cases, significant gameplay alterations like the ability to shift into a Titan or specialized combat mechanics. Choosing the right family can be the difference between struggling in raids and dominating the battlefield.
Families are categorized by rarity, ranging from Common to Mythical and the special achievement-based "Shikai" family. While players often chase the highest rarity, it is crucial to understand that a family's power is defined by its synergy with your playstyle. For instance, some families focus on Titan-specific stats, while others are geared toward ODM gear mastery and human-form combat.
S-Tier: The Elite Families
The S-Tier families are those that provide game-changing mechanics or massive statistical advantages that are difficult to replicate with other options.
Ackerman
An offensive powerhouse based on Levi Ackerman. It grants a 20% damage boost, 15% critical chance, and 15% critical damage. Its "Rage Mode" and exclusive blade skills like "Let it RIP" make it arguably the best choice for pure DPS, though it prevents you from becoming a Titan shifter.
Yeager
Ideal for those who love the Titan-shifting playstyle. It offers a 10% reduction in shifting cooldowns, 20% Attack Titan stats, and incredible survivability through "Invigorate" and "Berserk," which allow for regeneration and increased damage while in your Titan form.
Reiss
A versatile support and utility family. It provides excellent team-wide buffs, including XP and gold bonuses, while allowing you to control pure Titans with "Conquer" and "Command." It is essential for players focusing on progression and farming.
A-Tier: High-Performance Choices
A-Tier families are highly effective and often serve as the best alternatives if you haven't rolled an S-Tier option. They provide solid stat increases and useful active skills that remain relevant in end-game content.
- Leonhart: An Epic family that stands out due to its 10% damage bonus and 10% Female Titan stat increase. Its "Shifter Regen" ability ensures you stay in the fight longer.
- Tybur: Excellent for gold farming and soloing instances. It offers a 10% boost to Warhammer Titan stats and increased gold gain, making it a reliable workhorse.
- Galliard: Offers a 10% boost to Jaw Titan stats and attack speed. Combined with "Shifter Regen," it is a formidable choice for Titan-focused builds.
- Arlert: Great for Colossal Titan users, providing a 20% increase to nuke AoE and a 10% boost to Colossal Titan stats, coupled with improved critical chance.
B-Tier: Reliable and Situational
These families are decent for mid-game players but lack the overwhelming power or versatility of the higher tiers. They are often used as placeholders until you can roll for a more specialized family.
- Ksaver: Provides 10% Beast Titan stats and extra damage, but its utility is somewhat limited compared to the top-tier shifters.
- Braun: Provides solid damage reduction and health bonuses for Armored Titan players. It is a defensive choice that works well in group settings where you act as a tank.
- Zoe: Offers a unique "Last Stand" mechanic that can save you from lethal damage, providing a temporary window of massive power. However, it prevents Titan shifting, which can be a significant drawback.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
A frequent mistake among new players is assuming that rarity is the only indicator of a family's worth. While legendaries are generally stronger, an Epic family with high utility, such as Leonhart, can outperform a poorly suited Legendary in specific scenarios.
Another error is ignoring the "Cannot shift" clause. If you have invested heavily in Titan-related skill trees, choosing an Ackerman or Zoe family will render those skills useless. Always check the description of the family to ensure it aligns with your skill tree investments.
