The Ultimate RAID: Shadow Legends Tier List & Ratings

Going over the ultimate RAID: Shadow Legends tier list is the first step towards understanding the game’s massive roster of champions and how they stack up. With hundreds of characters spread across different factions, roles, and types, things can feel overwhelming.  

Not every champion fits every playstyle, and certain characters dominate in PvE (Player vs. Environment) modes like Doom Tower and Clan Boss.

Others, however, make the best of PvP (Player vs. Player) matchups, showing off their stats against other RAID players. This guide helps sort the best of the best, faction by faction, so you can build an unshakable team. 

Note: Each champion has a combined average rating across key endgame content such as Demon Lord Clan Boss, The Eternal Dragon, Dungeon runs, and so on. 

Banner Lords

The Banner Lords faction embodies the might of Kaerok Castle and the hereditary knights sworn to protect and uphold order within the realm under King Tayba’s command. They are medieval-themed, tactical, and versatile across PvE and PvP content.

Tier	Champions
S	Marichka, Raglin, Taras, Ursala the Mourner
A	Baron, Giscard the Sigiled, Septimus, Sethallia, Stag Knight, White Dryad Nia
B	Azure, Black Knight, Cillian the Lucky, Helior, Hordin, Lady Quilen, Lord Champfort, Valerie, Warcaster
C	Archon, Bombardier, Chancellor Yasmin, Chevalier, Conquerer, Courtier, Dagger, Gerhard the Stone, Grandmaster, Halberdier, Knight Errant, Myrmidon, Oathbound, Preserver, Quaestor, Richtoff the Bold, Rowan, Sir Artimage, Vanguard
D	Commander, Duelist, Militia, Soldier

Marichka (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Support
• Affinity: Void
• HP: 21,810
• ATK/DEF: 892/1,233
• SPD: 110
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Marichka excels at nearly every form of endgame content, with her unique ability to apply massive healing, revive fallen allies, and block enemy revive abilities. This makes her invaluable in high-stakes fights like Hydra, Doom Tower, and PvP Arena. She’s available through Void Shard summons, which are quite challenging to obtain due to her Legendary status!

Raglin (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Support
• Affinity: Void
• HP: 19,710
• ATK/DEF: 1,134/1,068
• SPD: 110
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

Raglin is a top-tier Void support champion who consistently sustains incoming damage for the team and quickly handles turn meter manipulation. Her kit features a 75% Turn Meter and no HP penalty, making her one of the best revivers in the game. You can summon her via Void Shards, and her low pull rate makes her a prized unit in engame rosters.

Taras (S)

• Rarity: Void
• Role: HP-based
• Affinity: Void
• HP: 22,305
• ATK/DEF: 705/1,387
• SPD: 97
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

Taras is renowned for his disruptive control and synergy with Marichka, harnessing the ability to extend buffs and reduce incoming damage by 50%. This punishes ATK-heavy enemies with devastating multipliers, making him a nightmare in Arena and Hydra rotations. You can obtain him exclusively through Void Shards, which makes him a rare pull.

Ursala the Mourner (S)

• Rarity: Epic
• Role: Support
• Affinity: Void
• HP: 18,000
• ATK/DEF: 1,167/936
• SPD: 102
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Ursula can revive her entire team and use AoE buffs/debuffs. Her Requiem skill is one of the strongest non-Legendary revivers in the game, which combines high HP restoration with Turn Meter fill alongside defensive buffs. She’s great in Doom Tower and Faction Wars, and players can summon her through Void Shards. 

Baron (A)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Attack
• Affinity: Void
• HP: 15,120
• ATK/DEF: 1,525/1,045
• SPD: 100
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Baron’s unmatched burst damage and ability to bypass defensive mechanics are noteworthy. His A1 can chain-kill entire teams, while his A4 has one of the most devastating AoE effects in the game. He’s versatile in PvP and PvE, and can be summoned through Void Shards, making him a rare but valuable pick in RAID: Shadow Legends.

Giscard the Sigiled (A)

• Rarity: Epic
• Role: Defense
• Affinity: Spirit
• HP: 17,505
• ATK/DEF: 683/1,454
• SPD: 96
• Average Endgame Score: 4.3/5

Giscard is great at controlling enemy waves and sustaining allies’ defenses. His A2 combines AoE provoke with a self-shield, while the Field of Strength ability boosts DEF and ATK for the entire team. He is great for prolonged fights and can be summoned through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Septimus (A)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Attack
• Affinity: Spirit
• HP: 13,710
• ATK/DEF: 1,674/991
• SPD: 102
• Average Endgame Score: 4.5/5

Septimus is exceptional at extra-turn chaining and maximum HP-scaling. He’s a boss-slayer with great burst potential, especially when paired with debuff-heavy teams. His Giant Killer passive makes him stand out in Clan Boss and dungeons. Summon him through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Sethallia (A)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Magic
• HP: 18,000
• ATK/DEF: 1,024/1,454
• SPD: 108
• Average Endgame Score: 4.5/5

Sethallia is known for her ability to cleanse allies and strip buffs from enemies. Her Lordly Embrace skill is one of the most powerful single-target heals in the game, with bonus team-wide application. She can be summoned through Ancient or Sacred shards, proving her worth in any roster focused on survivability and control.

Barbarians

The Barbarians faction channels the raw and untamed spirit of the warriors from Hark’han, a land ruled by survival, mercenary honor, and strength. Unlike the Banner Lords, these champions favor brute force and battlefield dominance, especially during AoE attacks and debuffs.

Tier	Champions
S	Scyl of the Drakes, Ursuga Warcaller, Valkyrie
A	Altan, High Khatun, Kantra the Cyclone, Sikara, Warmaiden
B	Armina, Baroth the Bloodsoaked, Elder Skarg, Scrapper, Soulbond Bowyer, Teshada
C	Anointed, Atur, Berserker, Dunestrider, Elder, Marked, Ragemonger, Valla
D	Bloodbraid, Hill Nomad, Ox, Slayer

Scyl of the Drakes (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Defense
• Affinity: Magic
• HP: 20,610
• ATK/DEF: 1,045/1,278
• SPD: 105
• Average Endgame Score: 4.9/5

Scyl of the Drakes is awarded as a Day 180 login reward, with a kit built around sustain and control. She’s a versatile champion across modes like Doom Tower Hard, Spider 20, and more. Her healing, stuns, and revive capabilities keep the entire team safe and enemies locked down. This makes her an obvious pick the moment you consider the faction.

Ursuga Warcaller (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: HP-based
• Affinity: Void
• HP: 23,460
• ATK/DEF: 485/1,531
• SPD: 108
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Ursuga’s unique passive, Golden Guard, makes her one of the best counters to nukers in Arena, absorbing critical damage and shielding allies. Her A2 is a flexible debuff that adapts to enemies’ stats, while her A3 provides team-wide protection. You can obtain her through Void Shard summons.

Valkyrie (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Defense
• Affinity: Spirit
• HP: 17,985
• ATK/DEF: 826/1,597
• SPD: 98
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Valkyrie stands tall among RAID: Shadow Legends’ finest defense champions, turning team survivability into a boon. Her unique combo of three-turn shield and two-turn counterattack scales from her massive DEF stats. She’s available through Ancient, Sacred, or Primal Shards, making her a rare but powerful pull.

Altan (A)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Defense
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 20,145
• ATK/DEF: 837/1,398
• SPD: 102
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Altan is a powerhouse of hard-hitting and single-target attacks, and it is also viable for team-wide support. His A1 applies a decent Decrease ATK debuff, making him great for Clan Boss team comps. His A2 boosts Increase DEF for allies while grinding a Shield if it kills. He’s obtainable through Ancient, Sacred, or Primal Shards.

High Khatun (A)

• Rarity: Epic
• Role: Support
• Affinity: Spirit
• HP: 17,985
• ATK/DEF: 826/1,397
• SPD: 102
• Average Endgame Score: 4/5

High Khatun is a mighty character obtainable via Day 30 Login Rewards, as well as Ancient and Sacred Shards. She’s a speed-tuning specialist, with an A2 that boosts allies’ Turn Meter by 15%, applying a 30% Increase SPD buff. This makes her a great opener in Arena and PvE.

Kantra the Cyclone (A)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Defense
• Affinity: Force
• HP: 18,330
• ATK/DEF: 815/1,542
• SPD: 99
• Average Endgame Score: 4.4/5

This Legendary Defense champion focuses on a kit revolving around mass debuffing and crowd control. Her A2 hits all enemies three times, with each hit capable of placing a variety of debuffs, including Block Buffs, Decrease ATK, Weaken, and more. Players can summon Kantra through Ancient, Sacred, or Primal Shards.

Dark Elves

The Dark Elves faction is a shady and cunning group that once thrived in the luminous kingdom of Aravia. Then, they fell from grace and now dwell in the twisted forests of Teleria. They’re known for their high burst damage and debuff-heavy kits, but often struggle with survivability. 

Tier	Champions
S	Blind Seer, Foli, Madame Serris, Rae, Zavia
A	Coldheart, Ghostborn, Kael, Lanakis the Chosen, Pain Keeper, Psylar
B	Captain Temila, Fang Cleric, Hexweaver, Lua, Spirithost, Visix the Unbowed
C	Crimson Helm, Eviscerator, Judge, Mystic Hand, Queen Eva, Retainer, Wanderer
D	Steel Bowyer

Blind Seer (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Void
• HP: 18,165
• ATK/DEF: 1,322/1,035
• SPD: 115
• Average Endgame Score: 4.2/5

Blind Seer uniquely blends revival, shielding, and debuff blocking. Her A2 places Shield and Block Debuffs on all allies for two turns, which scales based on her maximum HP. Her Self Sacrifice ability revives all dead allies, placing Block Damage on them. You can only summon her via Void Shards.

Foli (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Attack
• Affinity: Magic
• HP: 18,165
• ATK/DEF: 1,322/1,035
• SPD: 115
• Average Endgame Score: 4.3/5

Foli’s magical prowess is best felt through his multi-hit nukes and anti-revive mechanics. His Sealed Fate ability attacks all enemies, reduces their Turn Meter, and finishes with a single-target strike that blocks revive, making him great for Arena fights. Foli can be summoned with Ancient, Sacred, or Primal Shards.

Madame Serris (S)

• Rarity: Epic
• Role: Support
• Affinity: Void
• HP: 19,650
• ATK/DEF: 826/1,167
• SPD: 100 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

Madame Serris is one of the best debuffers in the game. Her signature move, Midnight Ritual, removes all buffs from enemies and replaces them with Decrease ATK and Decrease DEF. This makes her a viable pick for PvE Arenas and wave-clearing team comps. You can summon her via Void Shards during early and endgame scenarios.

Rae (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 15,195 
• ATK/DEF: 1,343/1,222 
• SPD: 98 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Rae is popular for her devastating AoE damage and versatile utility. Her A1 hits all enemies and can apply Decrease DEF, while her A2 deals 50% mode damage to debuffed targets, making her one of the biggest damage-dealers in the game. Rae can be found exclusively through Ancient, Sacred, or Primal Shards.

Zavia (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Attack
• Affinity: Force
• HP: 18,660
• ATK/DEF: 1,586/749
• SPD: 105
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

Zavia’s poison-centric utility is great for burst damage and wave-clearing. Her Deadly Catalyst skill detonates all poison debuffs on enemies and blocks reviving, making her an excellent nuker for Arena and dungeon runs. You can find her through Ancient, Sacred, or Primal shards.

Coldheart (A)

• Rarity: Rare 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 13,320
• ATK/DEF: 1,198/826 
• SPD: 103
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Coldheart is known for her devastating single-target damage and elite Turn Meter control. Her Heartseeker ability scales off the enemy’s maximum HP and depletes its Turn Meter by 100%. This makes her incredible in dungeons, especially in areas like Spider’s Den and Fire Knight’s Castle. She is obtainable through Void Shards, as one of the best Rare champions in RAD: Shadow Legends.

Ghostborn (A)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 18,825 
• ATK/DEF: 1,211/1,112 
• SPD: 101
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Ghostborn’s ability to place an impressive AoE 60% Decrease DEF debuff via Ancestral Spirits makes him a reliable pick. This skill also boosts allies’ ATK by 50%, making him a top-tier setup champion for nukers in Area and dungeon team comps. He’s obtainable through Ancient, Sacred, or Primal Shards.

Demonspawn

The Demonspawn faction hails from the world of fire and corruption beyond the dark portal. It’s a twisted domain where demons and mortals have fused into unholy beings, often bred for conquest. These champions embody infernal powers and wield strong crowd control, HP burn, and debuffs. They dominate the endgame, harnessing impressive buff control and survivability. 

Tier	Champions
S	Candraphon, Duchess Lilitu, Prince Kymar, Tyrant Ixlimor
A	Alure, Drexthar Bloodtwin, Peydma, Sicia Flametongue
B	Achak the Wendarin, Diabolist, Erinyes, Fellhound, Nazana, Umbral Enchantress
C	Excruciator, Hellgazer, Infernal Baroness, Lord Shazar, Marquis, Tarshon, Tormentor
D	Hellfang, Hellfreak, Ifrit

Candraphon (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 17,505 
• ATK/DEF: 1,509/903
• SPD: 96
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Candraphon is built for Arena dominance, since his kit thrives on Perfect Vail, a skill that grants him +40% damage and -40% damage taken when veiled. This makes him lethal as well as hard to kill! His Butcher’s Glee can further wipe teams and grant an extra turn if it secures a kill, making him one of the strongest characters in Demonspawn. He’s obtainable through Ancient, Sacred, or Void Shards.

Duchess Lilitu (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Spirit
• HP: 22,035 
• ATK/DEF: 980/1,397 
• SPD: 101
• Average Endgame Score: 4.9/5

Duchess Lilitu is revered for her unmatched ability to keep teams alive across different areas of the game. She brings a potent mix of damage mitigation, team-wide buffs, and full-team revives. Her Shroud of Souls skill places Block Debuffs, Increase ATK, and Perfect Veil on allies. You can summon her through Ancient, Sacred, or Void Shards.

Prince Kymar (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 18,990 
• ATK/DEF: 1,046/1,266
• SPD: 103
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Prince Kymar is considered a top pick for his ability to reset ally skill cooldowns, which can feel like one of the best game-changing RPG elements in RAID: Shadow Legends. His Seal of Magic skill resets ally skills and boosts Turn Meter, enabling nukers to take their best shot. You can obtain him through Ancient, Sacred, or Void Shards.

Tyrant Ixlimor (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: HP-based
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 21,975 
• ATK/DEF: 771/1,343
• SPD: 103 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

This champion is known for his AoE HP Burn, Ally Protection, and defensive utility across multiple game modes, especially in Spider 20. His A2 applies HP Burn to all enemies, while A3 applies Ally Protection and Increase DEF to the team. He can only be summoned through Ancient, Sacred, or Void Shards, making him a rare but versatile pull.

Alure (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Magic
• HP: 14,685 
• ATK/DEF: 1,134/936 
• SPD: 100 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Alure is often known for her unmatched Turn Meter control. Her Psychic Whip ability hits three times, reducing Turn Meter by 25% per critical hit. She requires no skill books to function optimally, which makes her awesome to build. Players can obtain them through Ancient and Sacred Shards.

Drexthar Bloodtwin (A)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Defense
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 18,990 
• ATK/DEF: 914/1,398
• SPD: 100
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

Best known for his passive HP Burn retaliation and AoE Provoke utility, Drexthar Bloodtwin’s kit makes commendable use of fiery skills. His A1 hits three times and can apply HP Burn, while his A2 provokes all enemies with a 100% chance if they’re already burning. You can get him through ancient, Sacred, or Void Shards.

Peydma (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 17,670 
• ATK/DEF: 826/1,299 
• SPD: 101
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Peydma’s kit can AoE Decrease ATK on A1, making the most reliable debuffs in the game when built with 100% Crit Rate. She can also perform AoE Decrease Accuracy and a single-target buff steal, making her valuable in mid-to-late game PvE. She is obtainable through Void Shards, paving her path as one of the strongest Epic defenders in the game.

Sicia Flametongue (A)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 13,050 
• ATK/DEF: 1,586/1,123 
• SPD: 97 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Sicia Flametongue is famous for her ability to instantly activate HP Burn debuffs, letting her ace through areas like Spider 25 for speed farming. Her A3 places HP Burn on all enemies, while granting an extra turn if it lands on everyone. Her passive boosts her SPD and damage for every ally, making her a reliable Attack unit for the team. You can obtain her through Ancient, Sacred, or Void Shards.

Dwarves

The Dwarves were a faction defined by their powerful resilience, masterful craftsmanship, and an isolated livelihood…well, until Siroth’s demonic forces drove them to the surface and fight. As a result, these characters now showcase heavy defense and raw durability, especially in Faction Wars. 

Tier	Champions
S	Grizzled Jarl, Maulie Tankard, Trunda Giltmallet, Underpriest Brogni
A	Baerdal Fellhammer, Geomancer, Melga Steelgirdle, Rearguard Sergeant, Rock Breaker
B	Cudgeler, Dilgol, Gala Longbraids, Runic Warder, Stout Axeman
C	Avir the Alchemage, Dolor Lorekeeper, Fodbor the Bard, Grumbler, Hatchet Slinger, Madman, Master Butcher
D	Beast Wrestler, Gloril Brutebane, Painsmith

Grizzled Jarl (S)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 18,000 
• ATK/DEF: 881/1,276 
• SPD: 94 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.4/5

Grizzled Jarl brings a strong mix of AoE Decrease ATK, Debuff blocking, and Heal Reduction to the game. This is particularly useful in Faction Wars, Spider 20, Clan Boss, and Ice Golem areas. His A2 provides team-wide protection against debuffs, while his A1 can apply 100% Heal Reduction. You can obtain him through Ancient Shards.

Maulie Tankard (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 18,495 
• ATK/DEF: 881/1,465
• SPD: 107 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

Maulie Tankard is well-known for her elite crowd control and revival skills. Her signature move is a two-turn AoE Provoke that bypasses affinity disadvantages, making her an excellent pick for Arena, Doom Tower, and Faction Wars. Her kit offers both survivability and tempo control. You can get her through Ancient or Sacred Shards if Accuracy, Speed, and Defensive Masteries are what you’re looking for.

Trunda Giltmallet (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 22,800 
• ATK/DEF: 1,608 /980 
• SPD: 100 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.9/5

Trunda makes her name known as one of the hardest-hitting nukers in the game, thanks to her Cloak of Ages skill that delivers a powerful single-target hit followed by an AoE blast that can wipe entire teams. Her A3 allows for an AoE HP Burn, making her great for Spider 20 and Hydra fights. You can claim her via Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Underpriest Brogni (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 20,100
• ATK/DEF: 1,046/1,266
• SPD: 103
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Underpriest Brogni thrives through unremovable shields, HP Burn, and team-wide sustain. His passive reflects damage from shields and boosts ally RES, while his A1 applies HP Burn with high uptime. Brogni can be attained through Ancient, Sacred, or Void Shards and synergizes well with shield-based blessings.

Baerdal Fellhammer (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 16,185 
• ATK/DEF: 1,398/826 
• SPD: 94 
• Average Endgame Score: 2.1/5

Baerdal shows off his multi-hit mechanics and niche utility, with an A2 that strikes thrice and places a Shield on damage dealt, with a bonus Decrease DEF if the target is under Heal Reduction. Despite the thematic flair, Baerdal may struggle outside Fire Knight due to low base stats. You can unlock him through Ancient, Sacred, or Void Shard summons.

Geomancer (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 17,985 
• ATK/DEF: 1,276/1,045 
• SPD: 97 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.9/5

Geomancer is widely considered one of the best boss-killers in RAID: Shadow Legends. His passive, Stoneguard, mirrors damage from allies back onto enemies under HP Burn, dealing up to 3% of their maximum HP. He’s a must-build for PvE progression and can be unlocked through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Melga Steelgirdle (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: HP-based
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 20,475 
• ATK/DEF: 947/991 
• SPD: 100 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.5/5

Melga Steelgirdle is celebrated for her revive utility, team-wide shielding, and continuous healing. Her Sheer Grit ability places a shield equal to20% of her maximum HP, and a 15% Continuous Heal on all allies. She can be found through Ancient or Sacred Shards and should be considered for team comps that need a reliable Epic reviver.

High Elves

The High Elves hail from the beautiful kingdom of Aravia, a land of prosperity and refinement where civilization has reached its peak in intellectual, spiritual, and martial achievement. Though they lack tankiness and crowd control, their synergy and temp make them formidable in Arena, Faction Wars, and Dungeons. 

Tier	Champions
S	Arbiter, Lyssandra
A	Belanor, Elenaril, Royal Guard, Tayrel, Yannica
B	Apothecary, Battlesage, Heiress, Luthiea, Thenasil, Vergis
C	Elhain, Exemplar, Fencer, Hyria, Jinglehunter, Marksman, Reliquary Tender
D	Avenger, Interceptor, Magister, Sniper

Arbiter (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 21,135 
• ATK/DEF: 1,068/1,101 
• SPD: 110
• Average Endgame Score: 4.9/5

She’s a foundational unity in Arena, Faction Wars, and Dungeons thanks to her unmatched Turn Meter boosting, team-wide healing, and full-party revive. Her A3 fills allies’ Turn Meters by 30%, places Increase ATK, and heals those below 50% HP. She’s a guaranteed pull through the Progress Missions, making her one of the few champions every player can earn without relying on luck!

Lyssandra (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 21,480 
• ATK/DEF: 969/1,178 
• SPD: 110 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Lyssandra is often revered as the Queen of Turn Meter control in the game, thanks to her Energize ability, which boosts allies’ Turn Meter by 30%, applies Increase SPD, and reduces enemy Turn Meter. All of this creates incredible tempo swings across different modes, making her an essential pick. You can find her through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Belanor (A)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 15,195 
• ATK/DEF: 1,520/1,046 
• SPD: 105 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.2/5

Belanor excels at forming a synergy with Zavia and his potent debuffing capabilities. His Insurmountable skill applies both a 60% Decrease DEF and a 25% Weaken to all enemies. When paired with Zavia, these debuffs become even stronger! He’s obtainable through Void Shards and shows promise in Clan Boss, Faction Wars, and Doom Tower bosses.

Elenaril (A)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 17,100 
• ATK/DEF: 1,398/1,045 
• SPD: 100
• Average Endgame Score: 4.3/5

Elenaril is best known for her irresistible HP Burn and poison explosion mechanics. She deals massive damage based on the number of skill stacks, making her a top-tier pick for Dragon, Agreth, and Sorath. She also carries a 33% ATK Aura in all battles, boosting team damage, and can be acquired through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Royal Guard (A)

• Rarity: Epic
• Role: Attack
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 15,120 
• ATK/DEF: 1,349/1,045 
• SPD: 97
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Royal Guard is revered for his Enemy HP nuke that scales with the target’s health. His Takedown ability hits all enemies and deals colossal damage against bosses like Spider, Hydra, and Dark Fae, making him a staple in farming and boss-killing team comps. He’s obtainable via Ancient, Primal, or Sacred Shards.

Tayrel (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 18,000 
• ATK/DEF: 881/1,276
• SPD: 94 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

Tayrel’s kit is built around debuff control, with an AoE Decrease DEF on his A2 and single-target Decrease ATK on his A1. Both are crucial for boosting team damage and reducing incoming hits in Clan Boss, Dungeons, and Faction Wars. He’s great for consistent debuff uptime, and you can get him through Ancient Shards.

Yannica (A)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 17,100 
• ATK/DEF: 1,398/1,045 
• SPD: 100
• Average Endgame Score: 4.4/5

Yannica is known for her shield-piercing AoE nukes and Veil-based skills. Her Elven Judgment skill removes and ignores Shield buffs, dealing bonus damage if she’s under Veil or Perfect Veil. She also brings a 30% ATK Aura in all battles, boosting team damage across PvE and PvP. She’s obtainable through Ancient or Sacred Shards and is a great free-to-play champion.

Knight Revenant

The Knight Revenant faction is a grim and mysterious cult of death-worshiping characters who believe themselves to be the vessels for ancient warrior spirits. Their kits often revolve around HP-based damage, revives, and debuff-heavy control. Their mechanics make them a compelling choice for those who enjoy tactical supremacy and dark-themed builds.

Tier	Champions
S	Doompriest, Miscreated Monster, Rector Drath, Soulless, Tomb Lord
A	Faceless, Golden Reaper, Sinesha, Skullcrown, Versulf the Grim
B	Acolyte, Coffin Smasher, Executioner, Guardian, Sepulcher Sentinel, Theurgist
C	Bergoth the Malformed, Centurion, Crimson Slayer, Deathless, Kytis, Magus, Pitiless One
D	Gladiator, Renegade

Doompriest (S)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 19,320 
• ATK/DEF: 980/1,035 
• SPD: 100 
• Average Endgame Score: 4/5

Doompriest is a resilient support champion known for her Bolster passive ability, which heals all allies by 7.5% of their maximum HP and cleanses a random debuff at the start of each of her turns without requiring any books. She’s obtainable through Ancient Shards or as a lucky pull through Mystery Shards.

Miscreated Monster (S)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: HP-based
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 22,965 
• ATK/DEF: 958/815 
• SPD: 95 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

Miscreated Monster is one of the most iconic support tanks in the game. Known for massive AoE shields, crowd control, and Ally Protection, he’s a dungeon powerhouse in Spider, Ice Golem, and Dragon. He remains one of the most powerful Epics, with diverse mobile RPG mechanics, and you can unlock him through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Rector Drath (S)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 21,330 
• ATK/DEF: 859/1,255
• SPD: 96
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Rector Death has exceptional revive mechanics, stealth utility, and sustain in long battles. Her Necro Mutation places Perfect Veil on allies and heals them based on her max HP, which makes her a top pick for Hydra, Doom Tower, and Arena stall teams. She’s great for endgame content and can be acquired through Ancient and Sacred Shards.

Soulless (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 19,440 
• ATK/DEF: 826/1,547 
• SPD: 96 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.3/5

Soulless has brutal single-target attacks, AoE crowd control, and scaling damage based on debuffs. His Wave of Despair attacks all enemies and places Provoke and Decrease DF, making him a powerful unit in Arena control team comps. You can brain him with Ancient and Sacred Shards.

Tomb Lord (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 18,165 
• ATK/DEF: 1,387/980 
• SPD: 99
• Average Endgame Score: 4.5/5

Tomb Lord’s kit packs a punch through debuff-heavy focus, along with poison stacking and Turn Meter control. His Death Burst ability applies up to four 5% Poison debuffs to all enemies if it’s a critical hit. His A1 applies Decrease SPD, making him a versatile control champion for Dragon 25, Clan Boss, and Doom Tower. Get him through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Faceless (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 13,920 
• ATK/DEF: 1,463/826 
• SPD: 94
• Average Endgame Score: 3.8/5

Faceless is known for his single-target nuking potential and defense-surpassing burst damage. His Ice Bolt skill ignores DEF, Shield, and Block Damage, making him an incredible tank-killer in Arena Offense and Faction Wars. His Lightning skill boosts Crit Rate before delivering a high-multiplier hit. While we don’t recommend him for early-game builds, you can get him through Void Shards and Shard Events.

Lizardmen

The Lizardmen faction is one of the oldest and most thematically distinct groups in Teleria, originating from the salty swamps long before human civilizations arose. These amphibious characters are unique due to their hybrid nature that blends physicality with strong debuffs, poison mechanics, and defense. 

Tier	Champions
S	Dracomorph, Fu-Shan, Krisk the Ageless
A	Drake, Jareg, Rhazin Scarhide, Vergumkaar
B	Aox the Rememberer, Basilisk, Broadmaw, Jizoh, Quargon the Crowned
C	Bogwalker, Flinger, Gator, Haruspex, Hurler, Metalshaper, Skull Lord Var-Gall, Skink
D	Slitherbrute, Muckstalker

Dracomorph (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 15,195 
• ATK/DEF: 1,520/1,046 
• SPD: 98 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.9/5

Harnessing some of the finest Action RPG mechanics in RAID: Shadow Legends, Dracomorph accurately combines AoE Decrease DEF and Weaken combo. With his Poison Jaws skill, he performs a four-hit combo at random, placing 5% Poison debuffs with each strike. You can find him through Ancient or Sacred Shards, and consider him as a Clan Boss and Dungeon carry.

Fu-Shan (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 16,680 
• ATK/DEF: 1,443/1,024  
• SPD: 106 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Fu-Shan is known for his wave-clearing potential, AoE crowd control, and Speed Aura utility. His Frightful Claws hits all enemies twice with a chance to stun, making him a top-tier pick for Doom Tower waves, Faction Waves, and Arena control. You can find him through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Krisk the Ageless (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 19,485
• ATK/DEF: 760/1,520 
• SPD: 94 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.9/5

Krisk is one of the most well-rounded support tanks in RAID: Shadow Legends, with a kit that provides Ally Protection, Continuous Heals, AoE Provoke, Buff Extension, and more! He also debuffs attackers with Decrease ATK and DEF when hit, making him a nightmare in Arena Defense and Hydra runs. You can claim him through Void Shards, making him a powerful pull and guaranteed top investment.

Drake (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Spirit
• HP: 14,040 
• ATK/DEF: 1,487/881 
• SPD: 95
• Average Endgame Score: 3.6/5

Drake is great at zoning in on single-target enemies with burst damage and providing debuff utility. His Decimate hits one enemy, and if it’s a critical hit, it applies a 30% Decrease SPD and a 50% Decrease ACC to all other enemies. This makes him a niche pick in several modes, and you can obtain him through Ancient Shards.

Jareg (A)

• Rarity: Epic
• Role: HP 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 23,460 
• ATK/DEF: 683/1,057 
• SPD: 96 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.4/5

Jareg is known for his Ally Protection, Decrease ATK, and passive healing. This makes him a Clan Boss pick and also a reliable choice for Doom Tower and Spider. His Sheltering Scales passive is particularly useful for a Continuous Heal effect whenever an ally loses 20% of their maximum HP. You can obtain Jareg through Ancient Shards.

Rhazin Scarhide (A)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 18,330 
• ATK/DEF: 1,046/1,310 
• SPD: 91 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.3/5

Rhazin is obtainable through permanent fusion, making him an accessible Legendary unit in the game. His kit is built around debuffing, Turn Meter control, and sustained damage, making him great for Clan Boss, Dungeons, and Faction Wars. He also synergizes well in counterattack teams, especially with Giant Slayer masteries.

Vergumkaar (A)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 22,140 
• ATK/DEF: 914/1,189 
• SPD: 99 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.1/5

Vergumkaar is a debuff cleanser and anti-Provoke specialist. His Honored Ancient skill removes Provoke and one random debuff from all allies, then places Increase DEF and a Shield based on his maximum HP. You can obtain him through Ancient or Sacred Shards, and make sure his gear focuses on HP, Speed, and Accuracy.

Ogryn Tribes

The Ogryn Tribes are a faction of brawny and brutish giants often known for their raw physical power, poison synergy, and ally protection mechanics. Some of these champions are extremely efficient Clan Boss and Faction Wars fighters, with kits that lean into AoE damage, debuffs, and durability. 

Tier	Champions
S	Ghrush the Mangler, Ignatius, Urogrim, Krisk the Ageless
A	Bellower, Big ‘Un, Skullcrusher, Uugo
B	Cagebreaker, Grimskin, Maneater, Siegehulk, Steelskull
C	Drokgul the Gaunt, Flesheater, Galkut, Geargrinder, Ogryn Jailer, Prundar, Rocktooth, Towering Titan
D	Fortress Goon, Magmablood, Wagonbane

Ghrush the Mangler (S)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Defense
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 19,320 
• ATK/DEF: 694/1,321 
• SPD: 94 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.4/5

Ghrush the Mangler is a reliable character thanks to his AoE debuffs, team-wide healing, and Leech utility. His A1 applies Leech before attacking, ensuring reliable sustain even against weak hits, while his A2 delivers AoE damage with a chance to place Decrease ATK or Decrease Critical Damage. He’s available as a 240-day login reward, making him an accessible champion for committed players.

Ignatius (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 18,825 
• ATK/DEF: 1,057/1,266 
• SPD: 93 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6 /5

Ignatius is popular for his irresistible AoE HP Burn, a rare trait that makes him a superb choice for Spider’s Den, Frost Spider, and Doom Tower. His Turn to Ash ability applies HP Burn to all enemies with a 75% chance that cannot be resisted, making him incredibly consistent throughout a fight. You can acquire Ignatius via Ancient, Sacred, or Primal Shards.

Bellower (A)

• Rarity: Rare 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 15,690 
• ATK/DEF: 583/870 
• SPD: 97 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.3/5

Bellower makes his presence known through fast wave-clearing attacks during the early game and is a viable support option in Faction Wars. His trio of AoE attacks can dish out solid damage while applying key debuffs. If you’re looking for a go-to farmer early on, Bellower is a great pick! You can find him through Void Shards.

Big ‘Un (A)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 18,180 
• ATK/DEF: 1,463/826 
• SPD: 97 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.5/5

This one’s a heavy-hitting AoE specialist known for his triple AoE skills and strong crowd control. He’s a versatile pick for Dungeons, Arena, and Doom Power, with a kit that revolves around stuns, Decrease ACC, Decrease SPD, and Turn Meter reduction. With proper masteries and gear, you can even solo Nightmare Campaign stages, dominating wave-based content. You can get him through Ancient, Sacred, or Primal Shards.

Skullcrusher (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 19,320 
• ATK/DEF: 826/1,189 
• SPD: 98 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

Skullcrusher is one of the only three champions in the game who can apply a full-team Counterattack buff, the others being Martyr and Valkyrie. His Stonewall ability places Ally Protection and Counterattack on all allies except himself, while granting himself Unkillable. He’s awesome in areas like Clan Boss, Fire Knight, and Faction Wars, and can be acquired through Ancient, Sacred, or Primal Shards.

Urogrim (S)

• Rarity: Epic
• Role: Support
• Affinity: Void
• HP: 19,155
• ATK/DEF: 881/1,145
• SPD: 102
• Average Endgame Score: 4.5/5

Urogrim is known for his powerful mix of AoE Poison, single-target cleanse, and time-wide healing. His A1 applies Poison on double hits, while his A2 removes all debuffs from an ally, healing them by 40% of their max HP. He’s a great pick for PvE, and you can obtain him through Void Shards.

Orcs

This faction consists of fierce, battle-hardened warriors who were originally bred as slaves but now fight for survival in the harsh lands of Durham Forest and Deadlands. Their kits revolve around aggression, self-sustenance, and revive mechanics. 

Tier	Champions
S	Kreela Witch-Arm, Robar, Warlord
A	Angar, Dhukk the Pierced, Galek, Sandlashed Survivor, Vrask, Zargala
B	Bonekeeper, Ironclad, Old Hermit Jorrg, Seer, Ultimate Galek
C	Chopper, Deathchanter, Goremask, Huntress, Iron Brago, Raider, Spikehead, Teela Goremane, Veteran
D	Totem, Wyvernbane

Kreela Witch-Arm (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 16,680 
• ATK/DEF: 1,244/1,222 
• SPD: 99 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.4/5

Kreela Witch-Arm is often known for her Ally Attack utility, team-wide buffs, and AoE damage. Her Blinding Glow skill has an 80% chance to team up with three random allies for a joint attack, while her War Weirding ability places Increase ATK and Increase Crit Rate on all allies before hitting enemies, thriving in builds focused on Speed, HP, and Crit Rate. Obtain her through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Robar (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 18,990 
• ATK/DEF: 1,619/694 
• SPD: 87 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.2/5

Robar deals massive AoE nukes, is great at crowd control, and synergizes well in stun-based team comps. His Merciless Assault ability deals powerful AoE damage that scales higher if enemies are under control debuffs like Stun, Freeze, or Sleep. He’s a top-tier nuker in PvE and PvP, obtainable through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Warlord (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 22,305 
• ATK/DEF: 914/1,178 
• SPD: 100 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.9/5

Warlord is one of the most oppressive control champions in RAID: Shadow Legends. His Orcish Rituals ability attacks all enemies and places their skills on full cooldown, while also having a chance to fully deplete their Turn Meter. Obtain him through Void Shards, and build him with high Speed, Accuracy, and HP to yield incredible results.

Angar (A)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: HP-based 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 21,975 
• ATK/DEF: 826/1,288 
• SPD: 98 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Angar is best for crowd control and disruption. His Infuriate ability lets you attack all enemies and place a Provoke debuff for 1-2 turns, while granting Reflect Damage to allies and Counterattack to himself. Summon him through Void Shards and shines in Arena Defense, Hydra, and Doom Tower.

Dhukk the Pierced (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 15,855 
• ATK/DEF: 870/1,376 
• SPD: 97 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.5/5

Dhukk thrives on a kit focusing on dual debuff utility and crowd control. His Lunatic Outburst attacks all enemies and places Decrease ATK and Decrease DEF. The latter only places critical hits, making him perfect for a 100% crit rate. He’s useful against bosses like Hydra, and you can find him through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Galek (A)

• Rarity: Rare 
• Role: Attack
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 13,710 
• ATK/DEF: 1,200/914 
• SPD: 103 
• Average Endgame Score: 3.8/5

Galek makes a mark for himself thanks to his AoE damage potential, self-Speed buff, and multi-hit debuff potential. He excels at early-game farming and dungeons, especially with the Hellraise ability that hits all enemies and boosts his Speed. You can obtain him via Mystery, Ancient, or Primal Shards.

The Sacred Order

The Sacred Order faction is made of once-holy knights who now serve the Queen of Aravia, blending divine power with ruthless discipline. What makes this faction unique is an abundance of healers, revivers, and support champions. Many of them excel in sustain-heavy PvE content, albeit lacking consistent crowd control outside a few Freeze champions. 

Tier	Champions
S	Abbess, Cardiel, Cupidus, Martyr, Sir Nicholas, Venus
A	Canoness, Fenax, Godseeker Aniri, Lightsworn, Roshcard the Tower, Stag Knight
B	Athel, Deacon Armstrong, Hope, Inquisitor Shamael, Juliana, Romero, Tallia
C	Adriel, Aothar, Bushi, Confessor, Frostbringer, Lamellar, Lodricar, Mistress of Hymns, Relickeeper, Sanctioned Purifier
D	Maiden, Purgator, Templar, Warpriest

Abbess (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 14,040
• ATK/DEF: 1,564/1,079 
• SPD: 96 
• Average Endgame Score: 3.5/5

Abbess’s unique Divine Wrath ability scales damage based on the enemy’s highest stat (ATK or DEF) while ignoring 30% of their DEF or boosting her Crit DMG by 30%. This makes her strong against stat-heavy bosses and dungeon waves, which is ideal for Dungeon runs or Faction Wars. You can find her through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Cardinal (S)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Void
• HP: 17,340 
• ATK/DEF: 1,002/1,145 
• SPD: 104 
• Average Endgame Score: 4/5

Cardinal is popular for her revival mechanics. Her signature skill, Redemption, revives all dead allies, healing them by 25% of their maximum HP and instantly filling their Turn Meter. This makes her a must-pick for Faction Wars and Doom Towers. You can obtain her through Void Shards.

Cupidus (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 18,825 
• ATK/DEF: 1,520/804
• SPD: 107 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.5/5

Cupidus forms a reliable synergy with Venus, which unlocks his Punishing Partner passive. His Flames of Passion passive is one of the hardest-hitting AoE attacks in the game, and can apply Burn to all enemies if it kills a target. Cupidus excels in Arena nukes, Spider, and Hydra, and you can acquire him through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Martyr (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 20,145 
• ATK/DEF: 826/1,409 
• SPD: 93 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Martyr can apply a powerful full-team Counterattack buff, which can be game-changing in Clan Boss, Doom Tower, and Faction Wars. Her Bastion of Faith ability grants Increase DEF and Counterattack to allies for two turns, while her A1 applies Decrease DEF. Get her through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Sir Nicholas (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: HP-based 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 22,800 
• ATK/DEF: 936/1,123 
• SPD: 105 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

Sir Nicholas is known for his Unkillable buff and superior shields, remaining one of the top picks for Spider’s Den, Clan Boss, and Doom Tower. His Boreal Blade has a 50% chance to apply Freeze, while the Polar Protection skill deals AoE damage and grants Shield to allies based on 30% of the damage dealt. His passive Aura boosts Ally HP by 33% in all battles. You can acquire him through Life Token shops or Void Shard pulls.

Venus (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 22,635 
• ATK/DEF: 1,090/980
• SPD: 112
• Average Endgame Score: 4.9/5

Venus is one of the most versatile and powerful debuffers in the game. Her Blind With Infatuation skill applies both Decrease DEF and Weaken to all enemies, while her Burning Passion ability delivers AoE HP Burn, making her an excellent pick for Spider, Hydra, and Clan Boss. As mentioned earlier, you can acquire Venus via Void Shards and form a synergy between her and Cupidus.

Shadowkin

The Shadowkin faction is one of the most aesthetically impressive groups in Teleria, inspired by feudal Japan and an essential part of RAID: Shadow Legends’ lore. Once enslaved by Demonspawn, the Shadowkin have recently broken free and showcase skills in dark magic, discipline, and high-speed tactics. Their kits often feature Turn Meter manipulation, AoE debuffs, and high burst damage. 

Tier	Champions
S	Genzin, Kyoku, Riho Bonespear, Toragi the Frog
A	Chonoru, Hotatsu, Jintoro, Kinagashi, Oboro, Sachi
B	Fenshi, Genbo the Dishonored, Lifetaker, Masamoto, Odachi
C	Burangiri, Conscript, Infiltrator, Itinerant, Marauder, Vagabond
D	Assassin, Bloodmask

Genzin (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 15,930 
• ATK/DEF: 1,463/1,045 
• SPD: 98 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.3/5

Genzin is a Turn Meter manipulator and multi-hit attacker. His Flowing Cuts skill hits three times and fills his Turn Meter by 6% (per hit), while his Steel Parting delivers AoE damage and places Decrease DEF. Each critical hit boosts his Turn Meter by 10%. You can find him through Ancient or Sacred Shards. You can also focus your build on Crit Rate, Crit Damage, and Speed.

Kyoku (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 19,320 
• ATK/DEF: 804/1,487
• SPD: 95 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.75 /5

Kyoku makes use of her top-tier protection mechanics and sustain. Her Kyoku’s Horde skill places Ally Protection on all allies and Block Damage on herself for three turns, then grants an Extra Turn, making her one of the most durable protectors in the game. You can get her through Sacred or Ancient Shards, and make the most of her kit in Doom Tower, Clan Boss, and Arena.

Riho Bonespear (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 18,660 
• ATK/DEF: 1,189 /1,145 
• SPD: 105
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8 /5

RAID’s champion tier list is incomplete without mentioning Riho Bonespear. She’s revered for her elite cleansing, healing, and debuffing-based toolkit. Her Pressure Points apply Stun, HP Burn, Decrease DEF, Weaken, Decrease ATK, and Decrease Crit Rate, giving her the perfect debuff stacking kit. You can use her skills best in Clan Boss, Hydra, Doom Tower, and Faction Wars, and obtain her through Void Shards.

Toragi the Frog (S)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: HP-based 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 21,810 
• ATK/DEF: 892/958 
• SPD: 96
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Toargi the Frog is celebrated for his team-wide protection, self-healing, and passive Poison retaliation. His Bog Blessing skill places Ally Protection and a Shield based on his maximum HP on all teammates, while healing himself and applying Reflect Damage. This is great for Clan Boss, Hydra, and Scarab King team comps. You can get him through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Chonoru (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 12,555 
• ATK/DEF: 1,509/958 
• SPD: 99 
• Average Endgame Score: 3.9/5

Chonoru makes a formidable entry in this RAID: Shadow Legends guide, thanks to her debuff-heavy wave-clearing and buff-removal powers. Her Lay Bare strips enemies of Increase DEF before delivering a strong AoE hit, with cooldown reduction per kill. This makes her ideal for Faction Wars and Dungeon waves. Her Reign of Fear hits three random enemies with a strong chance to apply Weaken. You can obtain her through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Hotatsu (A)

• Rarity: Epic
• Role: Defense
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 17,505 
• ATK/DEF: 760/1,376 
• SPD: 96 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.2/5

Hotatsu is a solid choice in any champion tier list due to a kit that revolves around Clan Boss utility and PvE sustain. His Red River skill applies Leech, enabling passive healing across the team. His Rushing Death ability delivers an AoE Decrease ATK with up to an 80% chance when booked. You can find Hotatsu through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Skinwalkers

The Skinwalkers faction is a tribe of half-human, half-beast warriors born from ancient shamans who once shapeshifted freely between different forms. Over the centuries, their powers became a curse. Now, they are champions with beastly attributes, brutal damage potential, and unorthodox mechanics like self-revival, poison synergy, and control immunity.

Tier	Champions
S	Khoronar, Samson the Masher, Warchief
A	Brakus the Shifter, Steelskull
B	Basher, Fayne, Flesh-Tearer, Gnarlhorn, Graybeard, Hoforees the Tusked, Reinbeast
C	Bloodpainter, Channeler, Fleshmonger, Grappler, Panthera, Ripper, Taurus
D	Ripperfist, Windtalker

Khoronar (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: HP 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 27,090 
• ATK/DEF: 815/958 
• SPD: 99 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.5/5

Khoronar is built for crowd control and wave lockdown. His kit revolves around AoE Provoke, Decrease ATK, and Turn Meter reduction, making him a powerful pick in Arena, Doom Tower, and Faction Wars. His synergy with Minaya unlocks enhanced effects like double AoE hits, guaranteed counterattacks, and self-cleansing buffs. You can summon him via Void Shards.

Samson the Masher (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: HP-based
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 27,090 
• ATK/DEF: 815/958 
• SPD: 99
• Average Endgame Score: 4.5/5

Samson’s design focuses on crowd control and buff manipulation. His Vanity Fists have a chance to Stun while the Explosive Temper skill removes Increase DEF buffs from all enemies before striking with an AoE, delivering an extra hit if he secures a kill. He’s ideal for PvE progression, Faction Wars, and Doom Tower waves. You can summon him through Ancient, Sacred, or Primal Shards.

Warchief (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 18,990 
• ATK/DEF: 848/1,465 
• SPD: 102 
• Average Endgame Score: 3.6/5

Warchief is best known for his Provoke Lockdown and reflect damage mechanics, especially against bosses like Kuldath the Magma Dragon in Doom Tower. His Marauder skill places a three-turn Provoke, steals buffs, and applies a Shield to all allies based on his DEF. You can find him through Ancient or Sacred Shards. He was occasionally featured in 10x Summon Events or Token Trader rotations.

Brakus the Shifter (A)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 19,815 
• ATK/DEF: 1,465/793 
• SPD: 101 
• Average Endgame Score: 3.8/5

Brakus is a single-target nuker with a unique passive called Beast Mode, which revives him with 20% HP and grants an extra turn upon death, while boosting his damage by 40% when under 40% HP. His Hunter’s Howl ability buffs allies with Increase ATK and applies True Fear and Fear debuffs, making him a hybrid nuker-disruptor. He excels in Arena, Clan Boss, and Fire Knight, and can be obtained via Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Steelskull (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 16,020 
• ATK/DEF: 1,277/958 
• SPD: 111 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.2/5

Steelskull’s Decay skill hits twice and can apply Poison, while his Cleansing Spell ability removes all debuffs from a target ally and heals them by 40%. This makes him a solid pick for Spider, Ice Golem, and Faction Wars. His role as a healer, cleanser, and debuffer is commendable, and you can find him through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Sylvan Watchers

The Sylvan Watchers are rooted in the mystical tree city of Nyresa, with designs resembling mythological RPG characters. These fae-esque warriors blend speed, offensive support, and a unique Taunt buff. Their roster is stacked with powerful characters that thrive in buff control, AoE damage, and Turn Meter manipulation, which is ideal for both PvE and PvP gameplay. 

Tier	Champions
S	Elva Autumnborn, King Gallcobar
A	Greenwarden Ruarc, Locwain, Mistrider Daithi
B	Cormac the Highpeak, Duedan the Runic, Kellan the Shrike, White Dryad Nia
C	Endalia, Myciliac Priest Orn, Wyrennon the Silken
D	Daywalker, Treeshield Knott

Elva Autumnborn (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 19,650 
• ATK/DEF: 936/1,332 
• SPD: 110
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Elva’s elite healing makes her one of RAID: Shadow Legends’ best champions. Her A1 applies Continuous Heal to the lowest HP ally, while her Nature’s Path skill offers a full team cleanse, Block Debuffs, and Increase SPD (all on a three-turn cooldown when booked). She’s obtainable via Ancient or Sacred Shards.

King Gallcobar (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 20,970 
• ATK/DEF: 903/1,277 
• SPD: 108 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.4 /5

King Gallcobar is known for his dual cleansing and debuff-flipping utility. His Vitriolic Thorns skill removes all buffs from enemies and converts each into a 5% Poison while also placing Block Buffs. This makes him extremely powerful in buff-heavy team comps, especially in Arena and Hydra. You can obtain him via Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Greenwarden Ruarc (A)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 19,650 
• ATK/DEF: 771/1,498 
• SPD: 102 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.2/5

Greenwarden Ruarc uses the Taunt buff, which forces enemies to target him while still allowing all skills to be used. His Rust Consume You skill applies AoE Decrease ATK and steals Continuous Heals. His kit does well in Scarab King, Kydra, and Doom Tower waves. To unlock him, enter the promo code “TREEHUGGER” within 24 hours of creating a new account.

Locwain (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 14,985 
• ATK/DEF: 1,389/1,045
• SPD: 103 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.1/5

Locwain is built for buff removal and precision nuking in PvP and Faction Wars. His Revelation skill hits all enemies and removes Veil/Perfect Veil buffs with a 25% chance, followed by a 75% chance to take off a random buff. His Hunt the Haughty passive improves Accuracy by 10 for each buff on every enemy. Obtain him through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Mistrider Daithi (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 15,360 
• ATK/DEF: 1,376/903 
• SPD: 97 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.2/5

Mistrider Daithi’s kit revolves around extra turns and AoE Decrease DEF. His Squall of Shafts ability hits all enemies with a 75% chance to place a 60% Decrease DEF, granting an Extra Turn if all enemies are debuffed. This makes him a reliable wave-cleaner and starting nuker on a team. You can get him through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Undead Hordes

The Undead Hordes are pretty iconic, resembling a typical MMO necromantic fantasy theme. They are composed of reanimated corpses and spectral warriors awakened by the Corruption. Their thematic harmony makes them unique: healing through damage, debuff-heavy control, fascinating revive mechanics, and more. They’re great for sustain-heavy Faction Wars team comps. 

Tier	Champions
S	Bad-el-Kazar, Ma’Shalled, Nethril, Rotos the Lost Groom, Siphi the Lost Bride
A	Crypt-King Graal, Gorgorab, Seeker, Skartorsis, Vogoth
B	Anax, Catacomb Councilor, Doomscreech, Frozen Banshee, Seducer
C	Amarantine Skeleton, Arbalester, Balthus Drauglord, Bloodgorged, Dark Athel, Dark Elhain, Drowned Bloatwraith, Grinner, Hexia
D	Defiled Sinner, Ghoulish Ranger, Rotting Mage

Bad-el-Kazar (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Force 
• HP: 20,145 
• ATK/DEF: 1,079/1,156 
• SPD: 102 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8 /5

Bad-el-Kazar is one of the meta staples in RAID, thanks to his A1 that heals allies by 20% of the damage dealt, and A2 (Malice) that simultaneously cleanses all debuffs, applying two Continuous Heals. It also places two Poison debuffs on enemies on a three-turn cooldown when booked. He’s valued for solo farming Dragon 25 and Ice Golem 25, and can be acquired through Sacred or Ancient Shards.

Ma’Shalled (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 17,835 
• ATK/DEF: 1,454/936 
• SPD: 103 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.7/5

Ma’Shalled’s Tornado ability applies True Fear and Leech to all enemies while granting Increase SPD and Crit DMG to allies. Then, it gives him an Extra Turn, enabling brutal combos. This makes him a superior pick in Hydra, Arena, and Dungeon content. You can find him through Ancient or Sacred Shards and rely on him for most of the PvP and PvE content.

Nethril (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Spirit 
• HP: 17,010 
• ATK/DEF: 1,454/991 
• SPD: 94 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.6/5

Nethril’s fascinating skill, Ghastly Horrors, delivers AoE Stun and Decrease SPD, while the Bat Swarm ability reduces enemy Turn Meter by 75%. This makes him a reliable wave controller, especially in Spider 19, Fire Knight, and Faction Wars. Find him through Ancient or Sacred Shards, and build him with Speed, Accuracy, and Crit Damage.

Rotos the Lost Groom (S)

• Rarity: Legendary 
• Role: Attack 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 11,895 
• ATK/DEF: 1,520/1,266 
• SPD: 90 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Rotos’ A3 (Fated Destruction) ignores 60% DEF, bypasses Unkillable and Block Damage, and prevents revives if his HP has been boosted via Vitality Plunder. His Spurn Oblivion passive caps incoming damage at 50% of his HP and grants extra turns, making him extremely tough to defeat. Conclusively, he’s great for Arena, Doom Tower, and Ice Golem. You can acquire him through Primal, Ancient, or Sacred Shards.

Siphi the Lost Bride (S)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Void 
• HP: 21,480 
• ATK/DEF: 859/1,288 
• SPD: 114 
• Average Endgame Score: 5/5

Siphi is often considered one of the game’s strongest support units. Her Whirlwind Romance ability places Block Debuffs, Increase DEF, and Increase SPD on all allies while boosting Turn Meter (all on a three-turn cooldown). Her A3 revives an ally with 55% HP and full Turn Meter, then buffs them with Increase ATK and Crit Rate, making her a clutch pick in Hydra and Area. You can get her through Void Shards.

Crypt-King Graal (A)

• Rarity: Legendary
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 20,970 
• ATK/DEF: 1,134/1,210 
• SPD: 100 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.5/5

Crypt-King Graal is one of the strongest HP Burn specialists in RAID. His Death Fires ability is a 100% AoE HP Burn on a three-turn cooldown, while his Elemental Unity skill places AoE Freeze and extends HP Burn debuffs for three turns. Graal excels in Spider 25, Hard Doom Tower, and Hydra. You can find him through Ancient, Sacred, or Void Shards.

Gorgorab (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Support 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 17,670 
• ATK/DEF: 1,057/1,068
• SPD: 97 
• Average Endgame Score: 4/5

Gorgorab is great for mid-game content, especially for early PvP and Faction Wars. His Resurge skill fills Turn Meter by 15% and places a 50% Increase ATK buff on all allies, which is great for Arena team comps. His 23% Speed Aura in Arena battles is also noteworthy. You can find Gorgorab through Ancient or Sacred Shards.

Seeker (A)

• Rarity: Epic 
• Role: Defense 
• Affinity: Magic 
• HP: 16,845 
• ATK/DEF: 1,002/1,178 
• SPD: 103 
• Average Endgame Score: 4.8/5

Seeker’s kit revolves around the Dark Blood passive that heals him by 20% HP and places a 60% Increase DEF on all allies when hit with critical damage. This is superb for Arena-based team comps. His Devour skill hits twice and has a 50% chance to Provoke, which is great for Doom Tower against a boss like Magma Dragon. You can acquire him through Ancient and Sacred Shards.

Selecting the Perfect RAID: Shadow Legends Champion for PvP or PvE

In RAID: Shadow Legends, selecting the perfect champion is like picking from the best RPG classes. It’s all about aligning their strengths with your unique playstyle. There are several factors to consider when making an informed choice. 

• Aura: This can boost team-wide stats like Speed or Accuracy.
• Champion Role: Support, Defense, Attack, or HP-based roles determine functionality in the battlefield.
• Game Mode Focus (PvP vs. PvE): Some champions shine in PvP with crowd control and nukes, while others excel in PvP with sustain and debuffs.
• Key Base Stats: Speed, HP, and Defense affect how your champions survive in a fight.
• Skills and Abilities: These dictate utility, damage output, and cooldown synergy across different game modes. 
• Team Synergy: A strong synergy ensures that your champion fits into a harmonious squad, amplifying strengths and covering weaknesses.

Dive Into the World of RAID: Shadow Legends

RAID: Shadow Legends champions bring some of the finest abilities, lore pieces, and gameplay qualities to the vast collection of RPGs that exist today. Don’t stop experimenting as you explore different factions, mechanics, and synergies on our RAID: Shadow Legends tier list. A game works best when the community tries different champions and makes the best of the current meta!

RAID: Shadow Legends Tier List FAQs

What Is the Strongest Character in RAID: Shadow Legends?

In the MMORPG-esque world of RAID, different champions contribute to unique synergies. Yet, few champions stand out! Notably, Siphi the Lost Bride, Krisk the Ageless, Arbiter, and Warlord are some of the best champions, thanks to their unmatched survivability, control, and utility.

How Many Champions Are in RAID: Shadow Legends?

At the time of writing, the game features over 700 champions, spread across 15 factions and five rarities. Even for a free-to-play game like RAID, it’s impressive how each champion brings a unique blend of traits, mechanics, and roles to the game, making it a premium experience.

What Is the Best Starter in RAID: Shadow Legends?

Kael, Athel, Galek, and Elhain are great RAID: Shadow Legends characters for beginners. Several characters are powerful early on, making RAID one of the most popular games for newcomers to the genre. Kael stands out as the best choice for promising long-term progression. His AoE damage, Poison debuffs, and versatility across different modes make him the most impactful pick.