Tower of Fantasy Characters: Names, Roles & Abilities

One wrong assumption can make the entire roster feel more complicated than it actually is.

I learned that the moment I picked my first Simulacrum was the moment I thought I had already made the biggest choice.

Then I swapped weapons, and everything clicked. That is where Tower of Fantasy characters start making more sense, because the character you see is only part of what shapes your setup.

Coming up, you will get a clear look at the current lineup, how the main character systems connect, and what actually matters when comparing your options.

By the end, choosing who fits your team should feel much easier.

What Are Characters Called in Tower of Fantasy?

Playable characters in Tower of Fantasy are known as Simulacra; previously, they were called Mimics.

Each Simulacrum is connected to a specific weapon, but that does not mean the character and weapon function as one fixed unit.

You can equip the appearance of one Simulacrum while using a completely different weapon in combat.

The visual character you choose and the weapon you fight with are connected systems, but you are free to mix them as you see fit.

That difference is important when comparing characters. A Simulacrum’s name, rarity, or appearance does not tell you how strong it will feel in a fight.

Combat performance depends much more on the weapon, its element, team synergy, and how the rest of your setup works together.

All Tower of Fantasy Characters

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The Tower of Fantasy roster has grown far beyond its launch lineup, with new Simulacra arriving alongside new versions.

Each character is connected to a weapon, and that weapon determines details such as its element, combat role, and rarity. That makes the roster easier to understand when you look beyond character names.

Some newer weapons can even count toward two elements, such as Volt/Frost or Flame/Physical, which gives certain team setups more flexibility.

Use the list below as a quick reference for the Simulacra covered in this section. Since the roster continues to expand, newer releases should be added whenever the page is updated.

Tower of Fantasy Character List

Each Simulacrum is obtained alongside an associated weapon, so the element shown below refers to that weapon rather than the character’s appearance.

Some recent weapons use hybrid elements and can count toward two elemental categories.

Note: New Simulacra join the roster with nearly every content update, so treat this table as a snapshot of the current lineup rather than a final count.

SSR and SR Characters

SSR and SR indicate the rarity attached to a Simulacrum and its associated weapon.

Most of the expanding Tower of Fantasy roster is SSR, while the original SR lineup includes characters such as Bai Ling, Echo, Ene, Hilda, and Pepper.

Keep these points in mind:

• SSR is the higher rarity tier: It includes most limited and newer Simulacra.
• SR characters belong to a smaller pool: Largely made up of launch-era options.
• Rarity is not a tier ranking: Weapon mechanics, advancements, elements, and team composition also affect practical performance.

How Do Tower of Fantasy Characters Actually Work?

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The character system is divided into three interconnected components: the Simulacrum, the weapon, and the element. Understanding how they interact changes how you build a team.

1. Simulacrum and Weapon Relationship

A Simulacrum is closely linked to its matching weapon, but the weapon carries the actual combat kit.

Your attacks, skills, and overall fighting style come from the weapon you equip, not simply from the character appearance on screen.

That is why players often describe a character by their weapon style as shorthand.

In practice, appearance and combat loadout are separate choices, which gives you far more freedom than a traditional RPG character with a fixed moveset.

2. Elements and Combat Roles

Every weapon carries an elemental identity, commonly Flame, Frost, Volt, Physical, or another current classification.

That element affects how the weapon fits into your team and how well it works alongside the rest of your loadout. Strong Simulacra alone do not guarantee a strong setup.

Team performance depends on how weapon elements, effects, and enemy weaknesses interact, so a balanced combination usually matters more than simply picking three characters that look powerful on paper.

The same logic shows up in other gacha titles too, and our Genshin weapon builds breakdown makes a similar case for prioritizing loadout over which character you happened to pull.

3. Simulacrum Traits and Passive Effects

Simulacra also have their own traits and passive effects that can be unlocked through character progression.

These bonuses sit alongside the weapon system, giving the Simulacrum itself a separate role beyond simply changing how your character looks.

That extra layer is another reason weapons and Simulacra should be evaluated separately.

A useful trait can support a particular setup, but its value depends on your build, so checking current in-game descriptions is worthwhile before planning around it.

In my experience, a passive rarely wins a fight on its own. It just makes the difference between a build that works and one that actually clicks.

Is There a Best Tower of Fantasy Character?

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There is no single permanently best character, and I say that after chasing “best” picks myself more than once.

Performance depends on the weapon attached, the element, your team’s other picks, and how invested you are.

Tier lists you see online usually rank practical combat value, not character identity by itself. That is exactly why the top names shift every time a new Simulacrum or weapon drops.

Treat any tier list as a snapshot of the current patch, not a permanent verdict. What tops the chart today can slide down after the next balance pass.

Conclusion

Tower of Fantasy characters make more sense once you stop judging them by design alone.

The real choice comes from the weapon, element, traits, and how each Simulacrum fits into the rest of your team. That is why two players can use the same character and still get very different results.

A good setup is not about chasing every new SSR, but knowing what your current loadout is missing.

Start with the weapons you enjoy, then build around the elements and roles that best support them. As the roster keeps changing, that habit will help more than any fixed answer.

Which Simulacrum are you building first? Tell us in the comments below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Main Character in Tower of Fantasy?

The main playable protagonist is the Wanderer, the player-created character used throughout the story. Simulacra such as Samir, Meryl, and Nemesis are separate personalities you unlock through the gacha system rather than versions of the Wanderer. Each one comes with its own weapon, so picking one adds a combat option instead of replacing your main character entirely.

Can You Switch Simulacra After Unlocking Them?

Yes, you can switch between any unlocked Simulacrum at any time outside of combat, and the appearance change does not affect your equipped weapons or combat stats. Switching lets you match your preferred look to any weapon loadout, so you never have to choose between a favorite character design and the weapon combination your team actually needs.

How Many Characters are in Tower of Fantasy?

The exact number changes every time new Simulacra are released through game updates, so no fixed count stays accurate for long. Older guides often miss later additions, since the roster has grown well past its original launch lineup. Always check the current in-game roster or a recently updated list before relying on any specific total.