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Raid's newest dungeon is soon to be launched. Sand Devil's Necropolis will feature Al-Naemeh the Sand Devil and anyone strong enough to beat it will be able to obtain Lesser, Great and Superior oils needed to ascend gear their gear ranging from Rank 4 to 6. 
 
The information below is based on datamined info, if drop rates change in the future we will amend the blog post accordingly. 
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You shouldn't worry too much about ascension until you can comfortably farm Rank 5 and Rank 6 gear from Stage 13 and higher from any of the other dungeons. Although it is possible to ascend Rank 4 gear it is highly reccomended to not do that until much later on.

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Rank 5 artifact ascension should be considered only if you are having difficulty pushing dungeons and progressing to Stage 20 where rank 6 gear has a higher chance to drop.&nbsp;

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You should ideally only ascend Rank 6 Gear as the cost to fully ascend an item ramps up and the power associated with a fully ascended rank 6 item should be considerably higher. Definitely worth hoarding your resources and waiting for the right ascension rolls.&nbsp;

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The Sand Devil's Necropolis will feature a ramping energy cost identical to the other dungeons with Stage 25 requiring 20 energy per run. As such, we have calculated the average efficiency of expected oils per run based on the datamined drop rate percentages (there is also a 0.5% chance for an ancient shard to drop).&nbsp; 
 
Most notable areas to farm are stages 7, 11,21,24 
 
 
Important Note: Farm stages featuring DARK GREEN according to the oils you require for your next ascension.

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Lesser Oil&nbsp;will be farmed solely until Stage 10. In terms of efficiency for new players stage 7 will yield the higher amount of lesser oils per energy spent.

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Greater Oil&nbsp;can be farmed from Stage 10 and higher with notable efficiency at Stage 16 for farming both Lesser and Greater Oil. The highest efficiency for strictly Greater Oil farming appears to be at stage 24(7% higher than stage 25).

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Superior Oil&nbsp;will be of course sought out by everyone looking to max out their gear ascension as gear cannot be fully ascended without these. Starting out at Stage 17 you can farm these oils&nbsp;with the most efficient stage being Stage 25. 
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Breakdown of each stage and the relevant efficiency for farming Lesser, Greater and Superior Oils for RAID's new dungeon. The Sand Devil's Necropolis is soon to be released and will allow to ascend artifacts to gain more stats such as Speed, Crit Rate and Crit Damage etc.

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The Arena meta in <a href="https://www.raidshadowlegends.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Raid: Shadow Legends</a> has shifted toward longer, more strategic fights. With the rise of Total Guard and Mercurial gear sets, traditional nuking strategies are less reliable, and champions that offer control, survivability, and consistency are now significantly more valuable. 


This guide breaks down 10 underrated champions in Raid Shadow Legends who have gained value in the current PvP meta, why they are stronger now, and how to use them effectively in Arena and beyond. 


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 <h2>Why the Arena Meta Has Shifted</h2>

 The introduction of defensive gear sets has fundamentally changed how fights play out: 

<ul>
<li>Total Guard reduces incoming burst damage, making one-shot teams less effective</li>
<li>Mercurial increases resistance and cleansing, weakening debuff-reliant comps</li>
<li>Fights last longer, rewarding sustain and repeatable skills</li>
</ul>

 As a result, the best Arena champions right now are not always the hardest hitters—they are the ones who can outlast, disrupt, and control the fight. 

<h2>10 Underrated Champions That Got Better</h2>

 <h3>1. Donnie – Speed-Based Control and Turn Cycling</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Why he’s better now: Faster turn cycling allows repeated disruption in longer fights.</li>
<li>Meta interaction: Excels against slower, tankier teams by constantly taking turns.</li>
<li>Best build: High SPD, Accuracy, survivability</li>
</ul>

 <h3>2. Maria – Sustain and Team Stability</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Why she’s better now: Sustained healing and support shine in extended battles.</li>
<li>Meta interaction: Counters drawn-out fights caused by Total Guard.</li>
<li>Best build: HP%, DEF%, Speed</li>
</ul>

 <h3>3. Zinogre – Consistent Damage Dealer</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Why he’s better now: Reliable damage over time beats burst nukers.</li>
<li>Meta interaction: Sustains pressure even through mitigation.</li>
<li>Best build: Crit Rate, Crit Damage, Speed</li>
</ul>

 <h3>4. Ronda – Accessible Arena Damage Carry</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Why she’s better now: Consistent multi-hit damage bypasses some defensive setups.</li>
<li>Meta interaction: Strong into tank teams that rely on mitigation over healing.</li>
<li>Best build: Savage/Cruel, high ATK and Crit Damage</li>
</ul>

 <h3>5. Wukong – Utility and Buff Pressure</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Why he’s better now: Buff stripping and revival mechanics add long-term value.</li>
<li>Meta interaction: Punishes teams stacking defensive buffs.</li>
<li>Best build: Speed, Accuracy, hybrid damage</li>
</ul>

 <h3>6. Mithrala – Resistance and Control</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Why she’s better now: High resistance and control tools thrive vs debuff-heavy teams.</li>
<li>Meta interaction: Strong against Mercurial mirror matchups.</li>
<li>Best build: RES, Accuracy, Speed</li>
</ul>

 <h3>7. Ukko – Buff Control and Debuff Utility</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Why he’s better now: Brings both buff removal and debuff application.</li>
<li>Meta interaction: Counters defensive buff stacking strategies.</li>
<li>Best build: Speed, Accuracy, HP</li>
</ul>

 <h3>8. Pythion – Defensive Anchor</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Why he’s better now: Cleansing and survivability are critical in longer fights.</li>
<li>Meta interaction: Keeps teams alive through sustained pressure.</li>
<li>Best build: HP, RES, Speed</li>
</ul>

 <h3>9. Harima – Anti-Defense Scaling Damage</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Why she’s better now: Punishes defensive stat stacking.</li>
<li>Meta interaction: Strong into tank-heavy Total Guard teams.</li>
<li>Best build: DEF%, Crit Rate, Crit Damage</li>
</ul>

 <h3>10. Duchess Lilitu – Sustain and Damage Mitigation</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Why she’s better now: Damage mitigation and revive mechanics are premium in long fights.</li>
<li>Meta interaction: Extends fights and protects against burst attempts.</li>
<li>Best build: HP, RES, Speed</li>
</ul>

 <h2>Best Strategy for the Current PvP Meta</h2> 

<ul>
<li>Focus on team synergy rather than individual nukers</li>
<li>Prioritize speed tuning and survivability</li>
<li>Invest in utility champions with repeatable value</li>
</ul>

 <h2>Key Takeaway</h2> 


The current Raid Shadow Legends Arena meta rewards players who adapt. Many of the most underrated champions in Raid are now among the most effective, simply because they align better with longer, more strategic fights. 


If you have these champions sitting in your vault, it may be time to revisit them and adjust your builds to match the evolving meta. 

<h2>Conclusion</h2>

 The shift toward sustain, control, and consistency has reshaped Arena. Understanding which champions benefit from this change—and why—gives you a clear advantage. Instead of chasing only new releases, optimizing your existing roster may be the most effective path forward in today’s PvP environment.

Donnie, Maria, and Zinogre lead a meta shift in Raid Shadow Legends - discover underrated champions, why they’re stronger now, and how to adapt your Arena strategy.

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10 Underrated Raid Champions Strong in Current Meta

<a href="https://www.raidshadowlegends.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Raid: Shadow Legends</a> PvP can feel inconsistent, even on well-developed accounts. Many players struggle to climb Arena despite having strong champions and solid gear. The issue is rarely a lack of power — it’s how that power is distributed. 


One simple shift can dramatically improve your win rate: stop spreading your best gear across too many champions and instead focus on building a small, optimized PvP core. 


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 <h2>The Core Strategy: Build Fewer, Stronger Champions</h2> 


Most players build too many champions at once, spreading strong gear across 20–40 units. The result is a roster full of “good” builds, but no truly dominant ones.



A more effective approach is to concentrate your best gear, relics, and blessings into a small group of core champions: 

<ul>
<li>Early to mid-game: 3–5 core champions</li>
<li>Late-game: 5–8 core champions</li>
</ul>

 These become your “pillar” champions — the ones you rely on in most Arena battles. 

<h2>How to Choose Your Core Arena Team</h2>

 Your core team should cover the essential PvP roles. Instead of building multiple versions of each role, focus on one strong option for each: 

<h3>Speed Booster</h3>
 This is the most important role. Your fastest champion determines turn order and often decides the match before it begins. 

<ul>
<li>Check banners with speed as the main stat</li>
<li>Identify your highest speed rolls by faction</li>
<li>Factor in awakenings and empowerment bonuses</li>
</ul>

 <h3>Lockout Champion</h3>
 Lockout abilities are extremely powerful in the current Arena environment. A fast lockout champion can prevent the enemy team from using key skills entirely. 

<h3>Nuker</h3>
 Instead of building multiple average damage dealers, focus on one highly optimized nuker with your best damage gear. 

<h3>Support / Cleanser</h3>
 A reliable support ensures your team can recover from debuffs, maintain turn meter control, and continue executing your strategy. 

<h3>Utility Champion</h3>
 This role includes buff stripping, cooldown manipulation, or block revive setup — key tools for finishing fights efficiently. 

<h2>Gear Optimization Strategy</h2>

 Once your core team is identified, the next step is restructuring your gear: 

<ul>
<li>Move your best gear to your core champions</li>
<li>Remove top-tier pieces from secondary builds</li>
<li>Assign second-best gear to situational champions</li>
</ul>

 This consolidation creates a noticeable power spike in your primary team, making them significantly more effective in PvP. 

<h2>Why This Strategy Works</h2>

 Focusing on fewer champions improves multiple aspects of your gameplay: 

<ul>
<li>Stronger speed tuning: You control turn order precisely</li>
<li>Consistent combos: Your team executes reliably every match</li>
<li>Simpler decision-making: Fewer variables to manage</li>
<li>Higher win rate: More predictable outcomes</li>
</ul>

 <h2>Example Arena Strategy Flow</h2>

 A strong, simple Arena setup typically follows this sequence: 

<ul>
<li>Speed boost to take first turn</li>
<li>Lockout to disable enemy skills</li>
<li>Buff strip to remove defenses</li>
<li>Nuke or block revive to secure kills</li>
</ul>

 By focusing your builds, this sequence becomes far more reliable and easier to execute consistently. 

<h2>Advanced Optimization Tips</h2> 

<ul>
<li>Prioritize champions with higher awakenings when choosing core builds</li>
<li>Save top-tier speed glyphs for high-roll gear pieces</li>
<li>Revisit and rebuild your core champions regularly as your gear improves</li>
</ul>

 As your account progresses, your best builds can quickly become outdated if not updated. 

<h2>Conclusion</h2>

 Improving your Arena performance does not require new champions or major upgrades. By focusing your best resources on a small group of core champions and building clear team strategies around them, you create stronger synergy, better consistency, and significantly higher win rates. 


It is a simple shift in approach - but one that can completely change your results in PvP.

Raid Arena Guide: Build Fewer, Win More Battles by optimizing your gear, focusing on core champions, and improving PvP win rates in Raid: Shadow Legends.

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<a href="https://www.raidshadowlegends.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Raid: Shadow Legends</a> is launching a 2x Primal Shard event, increasing the chances of summoning Epic, Legendary, and Mythical champions. Given how rare Mythicals are, this is one of the most valuable summoning windows currently available. 


With a growing pool of Mythical champions, understanding which ones bring the most impact is essential. This article highlights key champions to watch based on current meta performance. 


Event Start Date: Friday, 20 March 2026 
Expected Duration: 2–3 days (weekend event) 


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 <h2>Skills</h2>

 Several Mythical champions stand out in the current meta due to their versatility and overall impact. 

<h3>Theodosia the Disgraced</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Speed Aura in all battles</li>
<li>Revive and sustain utility</li>
<li>Buff removal and buff steal mechanics</li>
<li>Block Buffs debuff application</li>
<li>Sleep-based crowd control</li>
<li>Access to Stone Skin and Perfect Veil</li>
</ul>

 A highly complete kit that combines control, survivability, and utility. Strong presence in Arena and endgame PvP. 

<h3>Joan the Luminant</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Instant turn mechanic</li>
<li>Turn meter fill and cleanse</li>
<li>Alternate form with AoE nuking</li>
<li>Block Revive capability</li>
<li>Protected counterattack</li>
<li>Damage scaling based on Resistance</li>
</ul>

 A flexible hybrid champion capable of shifting between support and damage roles, making her difficult to counter. 

<h3>Arie the White</h3> 
<ul>
<li>AoE Deathbrand debuff</li>
<li>Strong Hydra Clan Boss damage</li>
<li>Provoke and control</li>
<li>Counterattack and Strengthen buffs</li>
<li>Stun on A1</li>
</ul>

 A high-damage option with unique mechanics, particularly valuable in Hydra and extended fights. 

<h3>Other Notable Champions</h3> 
<ul>
<li>Star Sage Galathir: Strong synergy in Arena teams</li>
<li>Nice: Extremely difficult to deal with in PvP</li>
<li>Eratoa: Useful for Chimera due to MAX HP damage</li>
</ul>

 <h2>Gear</h2> 

Option 1: PvP Control (Theodosia) 
<ul>
<li>Sets: Stone Skin, Speed, Perception</li>
<li>Stats: Speed, Accuracy, HP, Resistance</li>
</ul>

 Option 2: Hybrid Nuker (Joan) 
<ul>
<li>Sets: Savage, Perception, Speed</li>
<li>Stats: Resistance, Crit Damage, Speed</li>
</ul>

 Option 3: PvE Damage (Arie) 
<ul>
<li>Sets: Savage, Cruel, Relentless</li>
<li>Stats: Crit Rate, Crit Damage, Attack</li>
</ul>

 <h2>Masteries</h2> 

Theodosia 
<ul>
<li>Offense: Deadly Precision → Keen Strike → Heart of Glory</li>
<li>Support: Pinpoint Accuracy → Charged Focus → Arcane Celerity → Lore of Steel → Cycle of Magic → Eagle-Eye</li>
</ul>

 Joan 
<ul>
<li>Offense: Deadly Precision → Keen Strike → Heart of Glory → Whirlwind of Death → Methodical → Helmsmasher</li>
<li>Support: Pinpoint Accuracy → Arcane Celerity → Lore of Steel → Cycle of Magic</li>
</ul>

 Arie 
<ul>
<li>Offense: Deadly Precision → Keen Strike → Life Drinker → Bring It Down → Methodical → Warmaster</li>
<li>Support: Pinpoint Accuracy → Charged Focus → Master Hexer</li>
</ul>

 <h2>Blessings</h2> 

<ul>
<li>Theodosia: Polymorph or Temporal Chains</li>
<li>Joan: Crushing Rend or Lightning Cage</li>
<li>Arie: Phantom Touch or Brimstone</li>
</ul>

 <h2>Primal 2x Event Explained</h2> 


During a 2x Primal Shard event, the drop rates for Epic, Legendary, and Mythical champions are doubled when opening Primal Shards. While this improves your chances, Mythical champions still remain extremely rare. 

<ul>
<li>Applies only to Primal Shards</li>
<li>Increased rates for Epic, Legendary, and Mythical champions</li>
<li>Limited-time event (typically 2–3 days)</li>
</ul>

 <h2>How to Use Your Shards Efficiently</h2> 

<ul>
<li>Always wait for 2x events: Avoid opening Primal Shards outside boosted rates</li>
<li>Combine with events: Align pulls with Summon Rush or Champion Chase for extra rewards</li>
<li>Manage expectations: Even with 2x, Mythicals are not guaranteed</li>
<li>Prioritize account needs: PvP accounts benefit more from control champions, PvE from damage dealers</li>
</ul>

 <h2>Conclusion</h2> 


The Primal 2x event is one of the strongest opportunities to pull high-impact champions. While Mythicals remain rare, events like this significantly improve your odds compared to normal summoning periods. 


Champions like Theodosia, Joan, and Arie stand out due to their versatility and performance across both PvP and PvE. Proper timing and efficient shard usage will ultimately determine the value you gain from this event.

Theodosia, Joan, and Arie headline the Primal 2x event with top mythical champions to target in Raid: Shadow Legends.

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Raid Primal 2x Event Top Mythical Champions to Watch Now

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Raid: Shadow Legends</a> has brought Harvest Jack back into relevance with a powerful buff that transforms him into a top-tier control champion. Once forgotten in many vaults, Harvest Jack now excels in both PvP and PvE content thanks to his ability to strip buffs, control enemies, and cycle turns rapidly. 



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 With his updated kit, Harvest Jack delivers back-to-back AoE control, strong passive disruption, and consistent turn cycling. This guide breaks down his skills, best gear builds, masteries, blessings, and optimal use cases based on current gameplay. 

<h2>Skills</h2>

 Harvest of Fear (A1) 
 Attacks 1 enemy 3 times. Each hit has a 60% chance of stealing 1 random buff. Each hit also has a 60% chance of placing a Fear debuff for 1 turn. Places Fear with a 100% chance if the target has no active buffs. 

Dreams to Ash (A2) 
 Attacks all enemies. Removes all buffs from each target, then places a Decrease ATK debuff and a Block Buffs debuff for 2 turns. Grants an Extra Turn. 

Lord of Terror (A3) 
Attacks all enemies. Places a True Fear debuff for 2 turns. Also places a Decrease SPD debuff for 2 turns. Decreases each target’s Turn Meter by 30% if the True Fear debuff is placed. If not placed, places a Sleep debuff for 1 turn instead and still decreases Turn Meter by 30%. 

Leering Grin (Passive) 
Has a 50% chance of decreasing the duration of all buffs on the attacker when an ally is attacked. Whenever this Champion is attacked, decreases the duration of all buffs on the attacker. 

Fearmonger (Aura) 
Increases Ally ACC in all Battles by 60. 

<h2>Gear</h2>

 Option 1 – 9-Piece Protection / Stoneskin Build (PvP Focus) 
<ul>
<li>Extremely strong in Arena due to survivability and buff protection</li>
<li>Synergizes with passive and extra turn mechanics</li>
<li>Ideal for anti-Polymorph setups</li>
</ul>

 Option 2 – Control Sets (PvE / Hybrid) 
<ul>
<li>Stun Set: Adds additional crowd control on AoEs</li>
<li>Provoke Set: Triggers off passive when allies are attacked</li>
<li>Feral Set: Strong synergy due to constant debuff application</li>
</ul>

 Option 3 – Turn Cycling Builds 
<ul>
<li>Relentless: More extra turns → faster cooldown rotation</li>
<li>Impulse: Reduces cooldowns consistently</li>
</ul>

 Stat Priorities 
<ul>
<li>Speed: ~280–320 (endgame PvP)</li>
<li>Accuracy: High enough for resistance-heavy Arena</li>
<li>HP: Scales naturally (90k–110k+ achievable)</li>
<li>Defense: Secondary survivability</li>
</ul>

 <h2>Masteries</h2>

 Support Tree (Primary) 
<ul>
<li>Pinpoint Accuracy</li>
<li>Charged Focus</li>
<li>Arcane Celerity</li>
<li>Swarm Smiter</li>
<li>Lore of Steel</li>
<li>Cycle of Magic</li>
<li>Evil Eye</li>
<li>Sniper</li>
<li>Eagle Eye (Tier 6)</li>
</ul>

 Defense Tree (Secondary) 
<ul>
<li>Tough Skin</li>
<li>Blastproof</li>
<li>Rejuvenation</li>
<li>Delay Death</li>
<li>Cycle of Revenge</li>
<li>Retribution</li>
<li>Deterrence</li>
</ul>

 Key Mastery Notes 
<ul>
<li>Cycle of Magic + Extra Turn = insane cooldown cycling</li>
<li>Arcane Celerity constantly boosts turn meter due to debuffs</li>
<li>Sniper improves A1 buff steal consistency</li>
</ul>

 <h2>Blessings</h2> 

Temporal Chains (Recommended) 
<ul>
<li>Reduces enemy speed based on debuffs</li>
<li>Perfect synergy with Harvest Jack’s kit</li>
</ul>

 Alternative Blessings 
<ul>
<li>Intimidating Presence: If running Arena aura strategy</li>
<li>Polymorph: Defensive option (less synergy but viable)</li>
</ul>

 <h2>Lore</h2> 


Born of dark magic and twisted harvest rituals, Harvest Jack embodies fear itself, feeding off the terror of his enemies. His grotesque form and eerie grin haunt battlefields, spreading panic wherever he goes. 

<h2>Conclusion</h2> 


Harvest Jack is no longer a vault guardian - he is now one of the most oppressive control champions in the game. His ability to strip buffs, apply multiple debuffs, reduce turn meter, and cycle turns makes him exceptional in Arena and wave-based PvE content. 


If you have access to him through the Token Trader or already own him, he is absolutely worth building. With the right setup, Harvest Jack becomes a relentless control engine capable of shutting down even top-tier teams.

Harvest Jack guide covering best builds, gear, masteries, blessings, and arena strategies after his recent buff in Raid: Shadow Legends.

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