What Is My Homestuck God Tier?

Homestuck’s god tiers and classpects are a fascinating way to explore your personality through the lens of webcomic fandom. If you’ve ever wondered what your personal god tier might be, read on for a comprehensive guide to determining your Homestuck mythological role!

If you’re short on time, here’s a quick answer to your question: take some personality quizzes, think about your values and interests, and review the meanings of Homestuck’s aspects and classes to find the one that resonates most with you as your god tier.

Examining your priorities, relationships, and motivations can provide clues to your classpect.

In this detailed 3000 word guide, we’ll cover the basics of Homestuck classpects, walk through the major aspects and classes, provide quizzes to find your type, examine classpect pairings, and help you determine your personal god tier.

Introducing Homestuck Classpects

What are classpects?

Classpects are a key part of the webcomic Homestuck. They are determined by a personality test taken by the characters, and each classpect combination has unique attributes and abilities. At their core, classpects are made up of two parts – a class and an aspect.

The class refers to the character’s role, such as a Knight or Witch. There are 12 known classes, each with its own focus. For example, the Prince class destroys their aspect while the Sylph class heals or fixes it.

The aspect refers to the character’s abilities and focus. There are 14 known aspects including Time, Space, Light, and Hope. Each aspect allows characters to harness the essence or manipulate the fabric of that concept.

Together, the class and aspect combine to form unique abilities for each character. A Prince of Heart destroys emotions and relationships while a Sylph of Breath heals freedom and expression. Exploring your classpect is a key part of exploring your role in Sburb, the game at the center of Homestuck.

What do the different aspects mean?

Here’s a quick overview of the 14 known Homestuck aspects:

Breath – Freedom, expression, wind
Blood – Relationships, bonds, unity
Life – Living things, health, vitality

Doom – Fate, mortality, justice
Light – Fortune, knowledge, clarity
Void – Nothingness, secrecy, erasure

Time – Time, inevitability, rhythm
Space – Creation, dimensions, size
Mind – Thought, decisions, logic

Heart – Emotion, self, identity
Hope – Belief, potential, optimism
Rage – Anger, fury, karma

Light – Luck, blessings, miracles
Heart – Self, identity, being

Each aspect allows characters to understand, create, destroy, or otherwise manipulate their related concept. Exploring your personalized aspect is key to understanding your role in Sburb.

What do the different classes mean?

The 12 known Homestuck classes each have their own style and focus when harnessing their aspect. Here’s a quick rundown:

Heir – One who inherits power over their aspect
Witch – One who manipulates through their aspect

Mage – One who understands and knows their aspect
Seer – One who divines through their aspect
Knight – One who exploits their aspect as a weapon

Page – One with great potential through their aspect
Rogue – One who steals and redistributes their aspect
Sylph – One who heals with their aspect

Bard – One who destroys through their aspect
Prince – One who destroys their aspect
Thief – One who steals their aspect

Maid – One who creates with their aspect

Your class determines how you utilize your aspect’s powers. A Rogue of Time, for instance, redistributes time itself while a Sylph of Light uses knowledge to heal. Discovering your true class is the first step in realizing your potential power.

The 12 Aspects Explained and Explored

Breath

The Aspect of Breath represents freedom, independence, and going with the flow. Characters with Breath powers tend to be flexible, adaptive, and not tied down. They value liberty and self-determination above all else.

Some key traits of Breath characters include being flighty, carefree, and unreliable. But their adaptability also makes them uniquely equipped to handle new situations.

Blood

Blood represents bonds, relationships, and unity. Blood characters value friendship and sacrifice. They bring people together and forge alliances. But Blood powers can also be abused to forcibly bind people against their will. Key traits include being empathetic, loyal, and possessive.

Blood types constantly strive to build connections, though they can be overbearing in their desire for friendship.

Life

The Life Aspect represents energy, vitality, and creativity. Life characters are vibrant, passionate, and bursting with enthusiasm. Their boundless energy constantly generates new ideas and possibilities. But Life’s zeal can go overboard, leading to recklessness and lack of direction.

Key traits are being optimistic, determined, and impulsive. Life types follow their heart’s desires, but need focus to achieve their dreams.

Doom

Doom represents fate, sacrifice, and inevitability. Doom characters understand that all things must come to an end. They see the bigger picture and accept what must be. But their stoic fatalism can make Dooms seem cold, grim, and resigned to their destiny.

Key traits are being pragmatic, melancholic, and passive. Doom types embrace that the path has already been set – they just have to walk it.

Light

Light represents knowledge, illumination, and revelation. Light characters value learning, intelligence, and reason. They prize truth and understanding above all else. But their quest for answers can lead to hubris, dogmatism, and closing their minds.

Key traits are being curious, intellectual, and arrogant. Light types believe that ignorance is the root of all evil – education and facts will guide the way.

Void

Void represents mystery, concealment, and erasure. Void characters cover up what they don’t want seen and remove what they don’t like. But this secrecy and destruction can be taken too far. Key traits are being cryptic, unknowable, and nihilistic.

Void types believe that only through obscurity can truth be found – by starting over with a blank slate.

Time

Time represents inevitable progression, destiny, and preservation. Time characters value punctuality, prophecy, and long-term planning. But their constant gaze towards the future can make them oblivious to the present. Key traits are being patient, responsible, and passive.

Time types understand that good things come to those who wait – everything will unfold according to schedule.

Space

Space represents size, distance, and position. Space characters value location, dimension, and navigation. They map out their environment and use orientation to their advantage. But Space’s focus on the physical world can lead to feeling adrift and without purpose.

Key traits are being aloof, selective, and distant. Space types find meaning in the connections between objects – through space, order emerges from chaos.

Heart

Heart represents emotion, empathy, and connection. Heart characters value feeling, caring, and relationships. They forge bonds between people and guide with compassion. But Heart’s draws can be overpowering, losing themselves in others’ needs.

Key traits are being supportive, expressive, and codependent. Heart types believe that through openness, vulnerability and love, humanity can be healed.

Mind

Mind represents thought, decisions, and consciousness. Mind characters value intellect, strategy, and reason. They think through problems and analyze situations. But Mind’s logic can become unfeeling, harshly rational, and detached. Key traits are being contemplative, critical, and contradictory.

Mind types believe that though clear and careful judgment, the right path will reveal itself.

Hope

Hope represents optimism, faith, and confidence. Hope characters inspire others and uplift people’s spirits. They always believe things will work out somehow. But Hope’s positive attitude can become willful ignorance and risky overconfidence. Key traits are being encouraging, trusting, and unrealistic.

Hope types have an unshakable certainty that as long as people try their best, everything will be alright.

Rage

Rage represents fury, wrath, and destruction. Rage characters channel overwhelming anger and lash out at enemies. They drive change through aggression and conflict. But Rage’s passion can consume allies as well as foes. Key traits are being vengeful, explosive, and indiscriminate.

Rage types believe that the only solution is to burn it all down – from the ashes, a better world may rise.

The 12 Classes Explained and Explored

Heir

The Heir class is associated with freedom and liberty. Heirs start out lacking confidence but grow into their power, gaining self-assurance. They are leaders who inspire others with their optimism and determination to fight for what’s right.

As an Heir, you believe in people’s capacity for growth and help them realize their potential.

Witch

Witches are characterized by their understanding of the metaphysical and their tendency to challenge social conventions. They question the status quo and use their knowledge to change the world around them. As a Witch, you have deep insights into systems and structures.

You see what’s hidden below the surface and use your wisdom to create change.

Knight

Knights use their abilities to defend and protect. They are loyal and self-sacrificing, willing to put others before themselves. Knights start out insecure but gain confidence as they master their skills. They are innovative thinkers who develop unconventional solutions to problems.

As a Knight, you have a strong moral code and sense of duty toward causes greater than yourself.

Page

Pages have vast untapped potential that takes time to realize. They start out unsure of themselves but grow into their power later in life. Pages draw strength from relationships and alliances. Their innate optimism and kindness inspire others.

As a Page, you are idealistic and strive to see the good in everyone. You believe through hard work and faith, a better world is possible.

Mage

Mages possess deep knowledge and understanding of their Aspect, which grants them power. However, they struggle to apply that power effectively at first. With time and focus, Mages gain control over their abilities. They value intelligence and self-discovery.

As a Mage, you have brilliant insights into systems and forces unseen by others. You seek to comprehend complex truths and wield them to manifest your vision.

Seer

Seers naturally understand the nature of their Aspect at a fundamental level. They have clear visions of truth and destiny that guide them. While respected for their wisdom, Seers struggle to express themselves early on. Over time, they learn to convey their insights effectively.

As a Seer, you intuitively grasp how things fit together. Your comprehension allows you to counsel others through periods of darkness and doubt.

Thief

Thieves gain power by upsetting the status quo and overturning conventional rules or limits. They are rebels who challenge authority and act as agents of change. Thieves start out feeling constrained and aimless but learn to channel their frustrations into bold action.

As a Thief, you push boundaries, question assumptions, and defy expectations. This makes you a catalyst for revolution and innovation.

Bard

Bards use destruction and manipulation as tools for fundamental change. They allow old forms and systems to dissolve so that new ones can emerge. Initially, Bards feel powerless in the face of stagnant social orders.

As they unlock their abilities, they realize their potential to shatter barriers inhibiting growth. As a Bard, your iconoclastic perspective drives you to dismantle broken institutions so that real progress can occur.

Prince

Princes destroy and erode their Aspect as a means of bettering the world around them. They have powers of negation, removal, and elimination. Princes appear brash and domineering at first but deep down feel unworthy and neglected.

As they develop, Princes direct their Aspect against harmful structures oppressing others. As a Prince, your instincts compel you to tear down corrosive systems so that people can build themselves up instead.

Rogue

Rogues gain power by upsetting the status quo and overturning conventional rules or limits. They are rebels who challenge authority and act as agents of change. Rogues start out feeling constrained and aimless but learn to channel their frustrations into bold action.

As a Rogue, you push boundaries, question assumptions, and defy expectations. This makes you a catalyst for revolution and innovation.

Sylph

Sylphs use their abilities to heal, defend, and empower others. They start out struggling with feelings of helplessness but gain confidence through helping people. Sylphs are patient, compassionate, and selfless in their desire to mend what’s broken.

As a Sylph, you are deeply attuned to suffering and have a gift for diagnosing spiritual ills. Your warmth and empathy enable you to heal wounds and make others whole again.

Maid

Maids start out plagued by feelings of powerlessness but grow into their strength and purpose over time. They achieve mastery of their Aspect through service, healing, and cultivation. Maids are devoted caretakers who find fulfillment in helping others thrive.

As a Maid, your generosity and nurturing spirit fill voids in people’s lives. You make things orderly and fruitful through your selfless dedication.

Determining Your Aspect and Class

Take personality quizzes

Taking online Homestuck god tier quizzes can be a great starting point to determine your aspect and class. These fun quizzes will ask you questions about your personality, priorities, and interests before suggesting a class and aspect combination that fits you best.

The quiz results can give you ideas to reflect on further. Just remember – no quiz can definitively tell you your true god tier. You’ll need to do some self-reflection too.

Reflect on your priorities and relationships

Think deeply about what matters most to you in life and why. Are concepts like freedom, creativity, loyalty, logic, or order especially important? How do you relate to family and friends – do you tend to be more protective, cooperative, or private?

Look at the meaning of each aspect and consider which resonates with your priorities and connections.

Consider your interests and motivations

Your hobbies, skills, career path and ambitions also give clues about your god tier. For example, someone who adores learning, solving puzzles and understanding complex systems might identify with the Knowledge or Light aspects.

Someone very invested in justice and equality issues could consider aspects like Blood or Rage. Think about what energizes you and why.

Review aspect and class meanings

Now research what each class and aspect represents in Homestuck lore. For classes, key points are how protagonistic they are and their style of growth. For aspects, their linked mythology and symbolic domains are telling. Taking notes can help the meanings sink in.

Identify any combinations resonating with your self-reflection so far.

Look for your archetype

Finally, read about established Homestuck characters with the aspect/class pairings you are considering. See if their archetypes truly reflect you. For example, the Sylph of Space archetype is a friend to all, down to earth, peaceful, and always striving for the ideal community, so fits some personalities well.

When a character’s motives, relationships and growth areas feel similar to your own, you may have found your god tier!

Classpect Combinations and God Tier Roles

Common classpect pairings

Some common classpect pairings in Homestuck include:

Knight of Time – Dave Strider
Seer of Light – Rose Lalonde

Witch of Space – Jade Harley
Heir of Breath – John Egbert

These pairings reflect the characters’ personalities and narrative arcs. For example, Knights defend their aspect, so Dave defends time as a heroic Knight of Time. Seers have knowledge of their aspect, so Rose has knowledge of light as a Seer of Light.

Active, passive, and neutral roles

Classpect roles can be categorized as active, passive, or neutral:

Active – Classes like Thief, Prince, and Bard are able to manipulate their aspect.
Passive – Classes like Maid, Page, and Heir allow their aspect to guide them.

Neutral – Classes like Seer, Knight, and Witch can go either way in their relationship with their aspect.

For example, an active Thief of Mind class would be able to steal thoughts and manipulate minds. A passive Maid of Heart would be guided by their sense of identity and soul. A neutral Knight of Time could either weaponize time or let it guide them to protect others.

Hero of _, Thief of _, etc

Some common God Tier titles in Homestuck include:

Hero – One who uses their aspect to benefit others, like the Hero of Breath.
Thief – One who takes their aspect for themselves, like the Thief of Light.
Mage – One who understands and studies their aspect, like the Mage of Doom.

Prince – One who destroys with their aspect, like the Prince of Heart.
Bard – One who allows destruction through their aspect, like the Bard of Rage.

The class or God Tier title reflects how a player will relate to and utilize their aspect. Heroes serve others, Thieves help themselves, Mages understand, Princes destroy, and Bards allow destruction.

Your mythological role meaning

Your Homestuck God Tier classpect represents your mythological role in Sburb and your relationship with your associated aspect. To find your true meaning:

Take aspect/class tests to determine your likely pairing based on your personality.
Research what your class and aspect represent symbolically.

Reflect on how you relate to your aspect’s meaning and powers.
Consider how your class’ active, passive or neutral status influences your abilities.
Think about how you could serve your session teammates with your classpect strengths.

While tests can estimate your classpect, the meaning comes from self-reflection on how you fit into the web of mythological roles. Your classpect represents your inner hero waiting to serve the greater good!

Conclusion

Homestuck’s classpects offer a fun way for fans to think about their core values, motivations, and archetypal roles. While only loosely scientifically based, the different classes and aspects provide thought-provoking perspectives on personality.

After taking quizzes, reflecting deeply, and reviewing meanings, you likely have a good sense of your personal god tier.

Understanding your classpect can reveal new dimensions of yourself and provide insights to guide your growth. But remember, like any personality system, classpects are just one tool for self-discovery – don’t take them too seriously.

Focus more on what you learn through the process than the exact label. Your classpect may change over time as you evolve. The journey of figuring out your god tier is what matters most.