Brawl Stars Assassin Tier List August 2026

Assassins can completely change a match when they find the right opening, but their strength varies heavily by map, matchup, and game mode. This Brawl Stars Assassin Tier List for August 2026 ranks all 19 Assassins from S to D based on the latest meta performance, then breaks down the top Assassin picks for Brawl Ball, Gem Grab, Knockout, Hot Zone, Heist, and Solo Showdown. Whether you want the strongest overall pick or a specialist for a specific mode, this guide gives you a quick place to start.

 

Brawl Stars Assassin Tier List

View all 19 Assassins ranked from S to D based on the latest August 2026 meta data. On mobile, swipe left or right inside the board to see every Assassin.

Not sure how the top Assassins stack up against other classes? Head over to our full [Brawl Stars Tier List] for the complete 106-Brawler ranking.

 

Best Assassins for Brawl Ball

Brawler	Adjusted Win Rate	Use Rate
Nori	65.1%	2.83%
Starr Nova	64.4%	0.89%
Shade	64.1%	0.62%

Brawl Ball rewards Assassins that can quickly create openings around midfield and punish exposed defenders. Nori combines strong mobility with flexible engage angles, while Starr Nova can turn a successful transformation into sustained offensive pressure. Shade is especially threatening on wall-heavy maps, as his attacks can reach through walls and his Super lets him move through terrain to approach defenders from difficult angles.

Best Assassins for Gem Grab

Brawler	Adjusted Win Rate	Use Rate
Nori	63.2%	1.89%
Starr Nova	61.8%	0.80%
Shade	59.7%	0.54%

Gem Grab rewards Assassins that can threaten the enemy gem carrier while still creating pressure around the center. Nori has the mobility to move between lanes and punish exposed targets, while Starr Nova becomes particularly dangerous once she finds an opening to transform and engage. Shade benefits from wall-heavy layouts, using terrain to threaten angles that conventional defenders cannot cover as easily.

Best Assassins for Knockout

Brawler	Adjusted Win Rate	Use Rate
Nori	63.4%	3.65%
Starr Nova	61.1%	0.67%
Shade	60.7%	0.50%

Knockout puts a premium on safe engages because every elimination lasts for the rest of the round. Nori has excellent access to isolated targets and enough mobility to reposition after committing. Starr Nova can punish opponents once formations begin to break apart, while Shade uses walls and terrain to create difficult approach angles. One clean pick from any of them can immediately swing the round.

Best Assassins for Hot Zone

Brawler	Adjusted Win Rate	Use Rate
Nori	65.3%	1.96%
Starr Nova	60.4%	0.69%
Edgar	58.3%	4.02%

Hot Zone gives Assassins predictable targets because opponents repeatedly need to contest the same objective. Nori stands out with the mobility to attack the zone from different angles, while Starr Nova can use her transformed state to apply sustained pressure once she gets into range. Edgar remains highly popular thanks to his ability to rapidly reach vulnerable targets and heal while fighting at close range.

Best Assassins for Heist

Brawler	Adjusted Win Rate	Use Rate
Nori	67.0%	5.43%
Gigi	63.7%	0.40%
Shade	61.6%	0.53%

Heist rewards Assassins that can break through defensive lines and turn an opening into immediate pressure. Nori leads the group with outstanding mobility and strong results across the current map pool. Gigi’s teleport-style Super gives her flexible ways to enter and leave dangerous areas, while Shade can exploit walls and terrain to approach from routes that conventional defenders have difficulty covering.

Best Assassins for Solo Showdown

Brawler	Adjusted Win Rate	Use Rate
Edgar	66.9%	13.09%
Gigi	63.9%	0.29%
Mico	62.3%	0.38%

Solo Showdown rewards Assassins that can choose favorable fights and survive when multiple opponents are nearby. Edgar is the standout, combining extremely high usage with strong top-half results, self-healing, and reliable target access. Gigi can reposition with her Super to create or escape engagements, while Mico’s repeated jumps and invulnerable Super give him valuable tools for surviving dangerous late-game situations.

 

Conclusion

Nori currently stands out as the most consistent Assassin across multiple team modes, while picks like Edgar, Starr Nova, Shade, Gigi, and Mico shine in different situations. The best choice still depends on the map and matchup, so use the overall tier list together with the mode-specific rankings when deciding who to play.

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