Choosing the right class is the first big decision you’ll make in Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond, and it can completely shape your experience—especially if you're playing F2P. Whether you’re aiming to climb the early ladder or build your collection efficiently, we’ve ranked all seven launch classes, including Abysscraft, based on beginner-friendliness, early-game power, and build cost.
🟩 Tier S – Best Starter Classes for Beginners
🛡️ Swordcraft – Tempo King, Easy to Learn
Playstyle: Midrange / Rally
Why it’s great:
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Swordcraft is the go-to F2P class right now due to how intuitive it feels.
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Rally synergy rewards board presence, encouraging trades and tempo.
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The starter deck includes staples like Floral Fencer and Sky Commander Celia, which stay competitive even at higher ranks.
Downsides:
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Some meta versions use Legendary upgrades like Albert, Levin Saber or Zirconia, making endgame scaling costlier.
🗣️ “Swordcraft just flows really well. Even if you misplay, you’re usually still in the game.” – Reddit user /u/CardSensei
🌿 Forestcraft – Fast, Cheap, and Swarmy
Why it’s great:
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Forestcraft decks are dirt-cheap to build—often under 8,000 vials.
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Swarming early with Fairy Circle and closing with Storm buffs makes it ideal for fast wins and ladder climbs.
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Good for practicing combo setups and board manipulation.
Downsides:
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Suffers against decks with strong board clears or healing like Havencraft.
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High skill ceiling when transitioning into bounce combos.
🗣️ “Best bang-for-buck F2P class right now. You can go wide and just swarm your way to Platinum.” – YouTube: SV Meta Digest (June 2025)
🟨 Tier A – Great Classes with Some Complexity
🔮 Runecraft – Combo Mastery for Spell Lovers
Playstyle: Spellboost / Earth Rite
Why it’s great:
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Spellboosted threats scale quickly and make for flashy wins.
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The starter deck includes useful tools like Dimension Climb and Magic Missile.
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Flexible builds mean you can experiment with tempo or control styles.
Downsides:
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Requires strong sequencing and timing—misplays can cost you entire games.
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Weak early board presence if your hand is spell-heavy.
🗣️ “When Spellboost pops, it pops hard. But you’ll need to manage tempo closely.” – Discord: SV Academy
🐉 Dragoncraft – Ramp into Chaos
Playstyle: Ramp Midrange / Overflow
Why it’s great:
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Great for players who love big flashy finishers like Genesis Dragon Reborn or Forte, Blackwing Dragoon.
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Can outscale most decks once ramp gets going.
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Ideal for PvE grinding and casual play.
Downsides:
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Inconsistent hands if ramp cards like Dragon Oracle don’t show early.
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Costlier builds in the late game—budget versions can stall at higher ranks.
🗣️ “Dragon’s top-tier if you hit your curve—but brick once and it’s over.” – Reddit AMA, June 2025
🟧 Tier B – Situational, but Budget-Friendly
💀 Abysscraft – Aggro with Identity Crisis
Playstyle: Self-damage / Necrocharge
Why it’s great:
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Strong early aggression and very low-cost decks make Abysscraft ideal for quick farming.
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Leverages mechanics from both Bloodcraft and Shadowcraft, like Necrocharge and Last Words.
Downsides:
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Lacks cohesive identity—often feels like two half-decks fused.
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Midgame options are weak; control matchups are a nightmare.
🗣️ “Great if you just want to bash face and call it a day, but there’s not much depth yet.” – Discord: SV Global Hub
🟥 Tier C – High Skill, Low Reward (for Starters)
✝️ Havencraft – Control & Countdown Fans Only
Playstyle: Amulet Control / Healing
Why it’s challenging:
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Patience and timing are everything—Jeanne, Saintly Knight and Skullfane of Demise are strong but slow.
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The Countdown mechanic requires setting up multi-turn plays.
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Control wins feel satisfying but take time to master.
🗣️ “You’ll either love it for the grindy wins or hate it for never getting a board.” – Reddit user /u/CountdownCarl
⚙️ Portalcraft – Big Brain Only
Playstyle: Artifact Combo / Puppet Midrange
Why it’s challenging:
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Portalcraft has amazing synergy potential, but it’s very fragile for new players.
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Artifact fusion, Accelerate cards, and multi-stage combos are easy to misplay.
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The starter deck lacks finishers and requires heavy crafting to shine.
🗣️ “Portal’s amazing when it pops off… but good luck getting there as a new player.” – SV Reddit AMA, June 2025
🔢 June 2025 Beginner Tier List Summary
| Tier | Class | Why Choose It |
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| S | Swordcraft, Forestcraft | Easy wins, low cost, meta-viable |
| A | Runecraft, Dragoncraft | High ceiling, flexible, moderate complexity |
| B | Abysscraft | Budget-friendly aggro, lacks late-game |
| C | Havencraft, Portalcraft | High-skill, niche playstyles, slow progression |
🧠 Final Tips for New Players
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🎯 Pick one class and commit – invest in upgrades gradually instead of chasing every meta deck.
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💰 Don’t dust all your cards immediately – some underwhelming Legendaries become meta staples in future expansions.
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🕹️ Play PvE dungeons and Shadowverse Park for resources, missions, and no-pressure testing.
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🧭 Follow Shadowverse.gg, YouTube, and Reddit for up-to-date decks and patch balance news.
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🤝 Join a community like r/Shadowverse or SV Discords to learn and share.
💬 Which Class Are You Starting With?
Let us know in the comments! Whether you're rallying with Swordcraft, ramping dragons, or trying meme-tier Portalcraft, every choice shapes your journey through Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond.
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