Welcome, summoners! Today, we're diving deep into the explosive potential of Souldrinker, the Demonspawn Epic champion who brings a unique and entertaining bomb mechanic to your roster. Whether you're looking to obliterate your enemies with well-timed detonations or unleash significant damage through his nuking abilities, this guide will equip you with everything you need to know about building and mastering Souldrinker.
Skills Overview
Souldrinker’s kit revolves around bomb debuffs and big nukes, making him a versatile champion for both PvE and PvP content. Here’s a breakdown of his skills:
A1 – Razing Hand: Attacks one enemy and decreases bomb debuff detonation countdown by 1 turn. This ability shines when used with counterattack gear, as each proc brings your bombs closer to exploding.
A2 – Raining Fire: A 5-turn cooldown attack (when booked) that hits three random targets, reducing bomb debuff detonation countdown by 1 turn per hit. This skill pairs well with single-target bomb setups, especially against bosses.
A3 – Magma Blast: Places two bomb debuffs on all enemies that detonate after 3 turns (when booked). This is your primary bomb application skill, boasting a high multiplier that can devastate unprepared foes.
Passive – Set Ablaze: Places two bomb debuffs on all enemies that detonate after 2 turns when Souldrinker dies. This passive creates opportunities for strategic revives, making him a nightmare for enemies who can't handle bomb debuffs.
### Gear Recommendations fpr Souldrinker
You have two main approaches to gearing Souldrinker: a nuker build for PvP and a bomb-focused build for PvE content like Doom Tower and dungeons.
Nuker Build (PvP Focus)
Savage: Ideal for ignoring a large portion of the enemy's defense, significantly increasing Souldrinker’s damage output in the arena.
Cruel: Provides extra attack and ignores a small percentage of enemy defense, complementing the Savage set.
Primary Stats
Weapon: Attack (for raw damage)
Helmet: HP (to boost survivability)
Shield: Defense (for added durability)
Gauntlets: Crit Damage (to maximize nuking potential)
Chest: Attack Percentage (boosts overall damage output)
Boots: Speed (to ensure Souldrinker gets his turn quickly)
Substats to Focus: Attack %, Crit Rate, Crit Damage, Speed, Accuracy
It’s crucial to hit 100% crit rate for consistent nuking. With the Savage set, adding Cruel gear is an excellent choice if you have good rolls on crit rate and damage.
Bomb Focus Build (PvE & Doom Tower)
Perception: Increases accuracy and speed, perfect for landing bombs consistently.
Accuracy: Ensures Souldrinker’s bombs land on high-resistance enemies, crucial for higher-tier Doom Tower content.
Speed: Helps Souldrinker take more turns and manage bomb countdowns efficiently.
Primary Stats
Weapon: Attack (for overall damage)
Helmet: HP (for survivability)
Shield: Defense (for durability)
Gauntlets: Attack Percentage (if focusing purely on bomb damage)
Chest: Accuracy (for consistent bomb placement)
Boots: Speed (to ensure he takes turns efficiently)
Substats to Focus: Accuracy, Attack %, Speed, Crit Rate
This setup ensures Souldrinker lands bombs reliably and quickly reduces their detonation timers.
Alternate Gear Considerations
Perception Gear: If you’re struggling to hit high accuracy benchmarks for Platinum Arena or tough PvE bosses, this set is a solid option, providing both speed and accuracy.
Feral Gear: This can be used for hybrid builds, boosting both offense and accuracy if you have access to it.
Mastery Guide
Offense Tree
Tier 1: Deadly Precision, Heart of Glory
Tier 2: Single Out, Life Drinker
Tier 3: Wrath of the Slain, Cycle of Violence
Tier 4: Kill Streak, Helm Smasher (for nuking builds)
Support Tree
Tier 1: Pinpoint Accuracy, Charged Focus
Tier 2: Swarm Smiter, Lore of Steel
Tier 3: Cycle of Magic, Sniper
Tier 4: Eagle Eye (for increased accuracy)
If you’re focusing solely on bombs, prioritize masteries that boost accuracy and cooldown reduction.
Blessings for Souldrinker
Cruelty: Reduces enemy defense and pairs well with a nuking build.
Phantom Touch: Provides extra damage that scales off attack, complementing bomb damage.
Best Team Compositions
Arena Nuker Team
Setup: Use champions like Arbiter (for speed boost and revive) and Yoshi the Drunkard (for increased accuracy and attack buffs) to set up Souldrinker’s bombs.
Combos: Use his A3 for AoE bomb placement, followed by support champions to control the enemy team or increase detonation speed.
Doom Tower & Boss Teams
Setup: Pair him with counterattack champions like Martyr or Valkyrie to accelerate bomb detonation. You can also consider using debuff extenders like Vizier Ovelis to keep bombs active longer.
Combos: Focus on reducing bomb timers quickly to melt down tough enemies.
Conclusion
Souldrinker is a fun and dynamic Epic champion who can turn the tide of battle with his unique bomb mechanics. While he may not be the most consistent bomber due to his stats, his flexibility as a nuker and his death bomb setup make him a great choice for creative strategies in both PvE and PvP.
Have fun experimenting, and may your bombs always explode at the right time!
