Let’s clear something up first — clans in Cursed Gear aren’t just cosmetic bonuses. Some of them straight-up change how your build plays, especially once you get deeper into expeditions.
And yeah… not all clans are equal. Some feel amazing from the start, while others only make sense if you build around them (or just feel kinda meh overall). So instead of throwing random rankings, I’m breaking this down in a way that actually helps you decide what’s worth using.
Cursed Gear Clan Tier List Guide – Best Clans Buffs
S Tier
Gojo (Royal Clan)
This one is just unfair in a good way.
- Starts with extra Cursed Technique points
- Better energy + regen
Basically:
You get more abilities earlier, and you can use them more often.
It doesn’t matter what gear you’re running — this always helps.
Nier (Royal Clan)
If you’re using cybernetics even a little, this is insane.
- +50 Cybernetic capacity
- Free upgrade on all cybernetics
That’s basically:
- More buffs
- Stronger builds
- Better scaling late game
This one gets better the longer you play.
Zenin (Royal Clan)
Simple but deadly.
- +8% damage to most players
- Double dash (huge mobility boost)
The extra damage + movement alone makes this top tier.
Yes, you take more damage from royal clans… but the trade is worth it.
Itadori
This one is skill-based, but when it works… it’s broken.
- Build stacks by attacking without getting hit
- Guarantees Black Flash at 7 stacks
If you’re consistent:
- Massive burst damage
- High reward gameplay
If you’re getting hit a lot though… it drops off hard.
A Tier
Todo
Feels simple, but it’s very solid.
- Bigger size (extra presence in fights)
- +Physicality & Durability
Basically:
- More damage
- More survivability
Good for beginners and melee builds.
Kamo
Lowkey underrated.
- Lifesteal on M1 hits
It doesn’t look like much, but in longer fights:
- It adds up
- Helps sustain during expeditions
Especially good if you’re constantly fighting.
Kashimo
- 10% chance to apply Shock
It’s RNG-based, but when it procs:
- Adds pressure
- Disrupts enemies
Not consistent enough for S tier, but still strong.
Panda
Very safe and reliable.
- Damage reduction
- Small healing with bamboo
Great for:
- Surviving longer runs
- Beginners
Doesn’t boost damage much, though.
B Tier
Amai
- M1/M2 weaker
- Skills stronger
If your build relies on abilities → good
If you rely on basic attacks → bad
So it depends entirely on your playstyle.
Nishimiya
- More damage at low HP
Sounds cool… but risky.
You’re strongest when:
- You’re close to dying
Not ideal unless you’re confident.
Hazenoki (Rare)
- Sword damage buff
- Takes more posture damage
Good for aggressive players, but:
- You get punished harder
High risk, decent reward.
Yoshino (Rare)
- Speed boost on hit
Nice for mobility, but:
- Doesn’t directly increase damage or survival much
Feels okay, not game-changing.
C Tier
Crow
- Devastating Strike ignores damage cap
Very specific use case.
Outside of that:
- Doesn’t provide consistent value
Storm
- +15% damage in Windswept only
Too situational.
If you’re not in that area:
- It does nothing
EXP Clans
Eve
- More EXP gain
Not strong in combat, but:
- Amazing for progression
If you’re grinding levels, this is actually very useful.
Common Clans
There are a LOT of these (Fushiguro, Nanami, Miwa, etc.), but here’s the honest take:
- Most of them don’t give strong unique bonuses
- They benefit from +25% EXP gain
So they’re:
- Good for early progression
- Not competitive late game
If you just want the best overall:
- Gojo / Nier / Zenin → top-tier no matter what
- Itadori → best if you’re skilled
- Todo / Panda → safest and most consistent
If you’re grinding:
- Go Eve or any common clan for EXP
If you like experimenting:
- Try Amai or Nishimiya builds