A complete guide on how weapon range works in Suikoden 1 HD Remaster. Check out how each range type works and the best characters for each one!

Weapon Range Explained: What is SML?

S, M, and L are Attack Ranges

In Suikoden, how a character attacks depends on their weapon's range. For example, a close range character has to be in the front line to attack. They can only hit enemies in the front line.

Each Character has Their Own Fixed Range

Range is determined by a character's weapon. Since a character cannot change what kind of weapon they use, range is fixed for each character.

A character's range is visible on the Formation Screen and in the Weapon Info box on their stats page.

All Character Stats and How to Increase Them

Best Characters with S Range (Close Range)

Viktor

Character	Tier	Active Period
Viktor	★★★	From the beginning
Explanation
With his high HP, CON, and STR growth potential, Viktor has the ideal stats for a frontline character.
HP	STR	DEX	CON	SPD	MGC	LCK
A	S	E	S	B	D	C

Valeria

Character	Tier	Active Period
Valeria	★★★	Middle of the game
Explanation
Valeria's unique Rune can be used consistently, without drawbacks, to deal triple damage during battle. Her stats are also great for a frontline character.
HP	STR	DEX	CON	SPD	MGC	LCK
B	A	C	A	D	D	C

Flik

Character	Tier	Active Period
Flik	★★	Middle of the game
Explanation
Flik's stats are excellent. He also has a high MGC, so he can be used differently from other frontline characters.
HP	STR	DEX	CON	SPD	MGC	LCK
B	A	A	C	A	B	C

Best Characters with M Range (Mid Range)

Kai

Character	Tier	Active Period
Kai	★★★	From the beginning
Explanation
Kai's strength and defense are top tier, his DEX and HP are also high. His unite attacks with the Hero are incredibly powerful, so he can be useful throughout the game.
HP	STR	DEX	CON	SPD	MGC	LCK
B	A	D	C	E	F	D

Mace

Character	Tier	Active Period
Mace	★★	Endgame
Explanation
Mace's stats and skills are excellent. However, he will join your party very late in the game.
HP	STR	DEX	CON	SPD	MGC	LCK
D	A	A	A	B	D	B

Camille

Character	Tier	Active Period
Camille	★★	Endgame
Explanation
Camille's DEX growth is one of the best in the game. Although her defense is low, her evasion rate makes up for it.
HP	STR	DEX	CON	SPD	MGC	LCK
C	B	SS	C	B	B	D

Best Characters with L Range (Long Range)

Cleo

Character	Tier	Active Period
Cleo	★★★	From the beginning
Explanation
Cleo has high stats, except for Luck. He's a consistent rear guard at the beginning of the game.
HP	STR	DEX	CON	SPD	MGC	LCK
C	B	A	B	A	A	E

Tengaar

Character	Tier	Active Period
Tengaar	★★	Endgame
Explanation
Tengaar is an excellent back line with top tier magic stats. Unfortunately, he can only be recruited very late in the game.
HP	STR	DEX	CON	SPD	MGC	LCK
C	D	A	C	B	S	E

Kirkis

Character	Tier	Active Period
Kirkis	★★	Middle of the game
Explanation
Kirkis has the highest DEX growth in the game and other above average stats. He is a highly recommended rear guard once you recruit him.
HP	STR	DEX	CON	SPD	MGC	LCK
C	B	SS	B	A	B	D

Character List for Each Range

List of Characters by Range

Character	Range
Viktor	S
Gremio	M
Cleo	L
Ted	L
Hero	M
Luc	S
Yam Koo	M
Tai Ho	M
Sergei	S
Camille	M
Odessa Silverberg	L
Antonio	M
Lepant	S
Meese	M
Maas	M
Humphrey	S
Valeria	S
Varkas	M
Pahn	S
Stallion	L
Sylvina	L
Juppo	L
Sydonia	L
Sansuke	S
Kwanda Rosman	M
Kuromimi	S
Krin	L
Kirkis	L
Kai	M
Eileen	L
Lorelai	L
Meg	L
Mina	S
Hellion	S
Flik	S
Fu Su Lu	S
Sheena	S
Gon	S
Gen	S
Kimberly	S
Kamandol	S
Ronnie Bell	S
Lotte	S
Lester	M
Leonardo	M
Liukan	S
Mose	M
Milich	S
Blackman	M
Sarah	M
Kessler	M
Grenseal	S
Kanak	M
Kasumi	L
Kage	L
Anji	M
Alen	S
Morgan	S
Moose	M
Fukien	S
Hix	S
Tengaar	L
Kirke	S
Rubi	L
Milia	M
Futch	M
Fuma	L
Kreutz	S
Eikei	S
Mace	M
Pesmerga	S
Sonya Shulen	S
Crowley	S
Griffith	S
Clive	L
Quincy	L
Kasim Hazil	S
Warren	M

Can You Change or Extend a Character's Range?

You Cannot Change a Character's Range

A weapon's range cannot be changed or extended. This means a character's range cannot be altered.

However, you can use a rune to allow a close range character to target the rear line.

Attacks from runes ignore formations. So a character with a range of S can target the rear line. Of course, it's still recommended to position characters in their proper range.

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