In the current 2025–2026 meta, "better" is usually defined by PvE efficiency or PvP "one-shot" potential.
For boss killing and Diluvian clearing, Dawnwalker remains the gold standard due to its unparriable attacks and massive AoE.
Starkindred and Jetstriker are favored for their mobility and "second chance" mechanics in the Overworld.
In a high-stakes permadeath game, a Mime build focuses on "what the enemy cannot see". Players using the Disguise mantra can hide in plain sight as barrels or other objects, forcing opponents into a state of paranoia.
You must have at least 20 Charisma to interact with him effectively. Upon speaking with him, he will grant you the Disguise mantra .
Look for a mineshaft entrance on the left path of the middle island.
The Mime is objectively "better" only in the niche of social engineering and infiltration . It is a tool for players who find satisfaction in tricking "gullible" opponents, as the Mime's own dialogue suggests: "HAHAHAHA, oh my GOODNESS! You're so gullible!" .