Gakuran Ethnicity Guide (2026)
All 6 ethnicities, roll odds, height averages, and which fighting styles work best with each. Based on official Trello data.
By Gakuran Guide Team
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Quick Answer
There are 6 ethnicities in Gakuran: Japanese (95%), European, African, Middle Eastern, Latinx, and Indian (each ~1%). Ethnicity does not directly change your combat stats — it determines your height range, which in turn affects HP, damage, reach, hitbox, and attack speed. Japanese is perfectly viable for any build; only reroll if you want an extreme height advantage.
Ethnicity Comparison
European
Tallest average height. Best for players who want max reach, HP, and damage per hit. Slower attack speed requires a spacing playstyle.
African
Second tallest. Good all-around choice for tall builds if you cannot roll European. Slightly less reach but still strong for grapple-focused styles.
Middle Eastern
Mid-height option. Versatile — neither too tall nor too short. Works with most fighting styles. A safe pick if you land it.
Japanese
The default roll. Perfectly workable for any build. Dont feel pressured to reroll — Japanese is competitive at all skill levels.
Latinx
Slightly shorter than Japanese. Favors speed and rushdown play. Pairs naturally with fast, aggressive fighting styles.
Indian
Shortest average height. Best hitbox for evasive play. Faster attacks and lower cooldowns. Ideal for players who rely on dodging and quick combos.
Height vs Combat: How It Works
Tall Builds (European, African)
- • Higher max HP pool
- • More damage per punch/kick
- • Longer limb reach (harder to space away)
- • Slower attack animations (can be punished)
- • Larger hitbox (easier to hit)
Short Builds (Indian, Latinx)
- • Faster attack and recovery animations
- • Smaller hitbox (some high moves miss)
- • Better for rushdown and combo chains
- • Lower max HP pool
- • Shorter reach (must close the distance)
FAQ
What are the 6 ethnicities in Gakuran?
Japanese (95%), European (~1%), African (~1%), Middle Eastern (~1%), Latinx (~1%), and Indian (~1%). Japanese is the overwhelming majority by design — the game is set in a Japanese high school.
Does ethnicity affect combat stats directly?
No. Ethnicity itself has no direct stat bonus. What matters is the height range it gives you. Taller = more HP/damage/reach but slower. Shorter = faster attacks/smaller hitbox but less HP/damage.
What is the best ethnicity in Gakuran?
There is no single "best" — it depends on your playstyle. European is best for tall tank builds. Indian is best for speed/evasion. Japanese is perfectly viable for everything and is what 95% of players use.
How rare are non-Japanese ethnicities?
All 5 foreign ethnicities combined share only 5% odds. That means each individual foreign ethnicity is roughly 1% or less. Rolling a specific foreign ethnicity can take many attempts.
Can I change my ethnicity after character creation?
Yes. Open the Stats menu, click the reroll arrow next to Ethnicity. It is free to reroll (no Robux cost), and each reroll spins the same odds again (95% Japanese / 5% foreign).
What is the tallest ethnicity?
European (178cm / 5'10" male average). Followed by African (175cm / 5'9") and Middle Eastern (173cm / 5'8"). These three are your targets if you want a tall build.
What is the shortest ethnicity?
Indian (167cm / 5'6" male average). Followed by Latinx (170cm / 5'7") and Japanese (171cm / 5'7"). Choose these for faster attack speed and a smaller hitbox.
Does ethnicity affect hair color or faces?
Yes for hair — each ethnicity has a natural hair color pool (e.g. Japanese = black/dark, European = brown/blonde). No for faces — the face pool is determined entirely by gender, not ethnicity.
Should I reroll if I got Japanese?
Not unless you specifically want a tall or short build. Japanese is the most versatile ethnicity and works with every fighting style. Save your Rerolls for fighting styles or cosmetics instead.