Not all weapons are created equal, and knowing which ones are worth your time can make or break your runs. A tier list for Dragon Quest Smash/Grow helps cut through the guesswork by ranking weapons based on how they actually perform in the game.
Dragon Quest Smash/Grow is a roguelite RPG where players fight through repeatable dungeon-like stages called rifts. The game features a main story centered on restoring order to the world, and one-touch dodging that keeps combat feeling smooth and responsive. Outside of the main story, there is plenty more to do, including the Gauntlette mode, where players face back-to-back monster waves, and Shrines, which are dedicated boss fight areas.
With so much content to work through, knowing your weapon options ahead of time can make a big difference in how your runs go. Instead of spending time and resources on something that will not carry you far, a tier list gives you a clear starting point. It helps you identify which weapons are worth building around, which ones are situational, and which ones are better left on the shelf.
- S Tier – These characters are some of the best in the game, and generally excel at fulfilling their role in most scenarios and are highly recommended to build.
- A Tier – Excellent batch of characters, only falling slightly behind the S-tier units, and can play well in most content.
- B Tier – Still worth the investment and can be pretty solid in certain teams or circumstances.
- C Tier – Situational. May not be worth the investment due to limited usage.
| S Tier |
| Metal Slime Sword, Metal Wing |
| A Tier |
| Flame Sword, Ice Staff, Queen's Whip |
| B Tier |
| Crystal Claw, Falcon Blade, Sandstorm Spear |
| C Tier |
| Platinum Wing |











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