Raid: Shadow Legends Platinum Arena is considered by some, the most difficult content in the game.&nbsp;There are only 500 spots available and each week the best of the best fight for the top spot during reset. There is a considerable amount of strategy that goes into placing Platinum Arena. The top clans and players&nbsp;are testing new builds each week with an array of champions all with the goal of having someone in their clan get first place. Some more casual End-Game players may only seek to get placement.&nbsp;In this article we will discuss strategies used by the top players as well as current issues with End-Game PVP content.

The following strategies come from members of the Sacred Panda Cluster. Sacred Panda is currently the #1 Ranked clan in Raid: Shadow Legends. As a cluster they have a considerable amount of Platinum Arena first place finishes and are very knowledgeable overall. Below are their&nbsp;suggestions for&nbsp;the best ways any player should&nbsp;approach Platinum Arena.&nbsp;

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BUILD DEFENSE

Every player should first build a defense and then gauge the strength of that defense. It is easier to gauge the strength of the defense if you are in plat because of the limited amount of spots. Your clanmates will easily be able to find you and attack the defense as many times as possible to see how it performs against certain offenses. Additionally, other top players&nbsp;may attack it giving you some indication as to the offenses they are testing. According to members from Sacred Panda, they have individual players fighting 800+ fights weekly to determine the defenses they will use during reset.&nbsp;

DETERMINE PLAY STYLE &amp; BUILD OFFENSE

Individual players will have different play styles depending on the strength of their defense. This is also contingent on the&nbsp;consistency of their offense. Your play style may be limited based on your ability to beat teams fast and the types of teams your account can successfully win against. Most of the top players will be able to attack any type of defense and have multiple offensive options that they have tested. Testing your offense and defense are vital to successfully placing in Platinum Arena.&nbsp;

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Platinum Arena Play Styles:

- Aggressive

- Team Play

- Pacing

- Safe and Consistent

Aggressive play style is for players with really strong offenses who can get fights in quickly with the goal of gaining a lot of ranking points. It is also used to reduce the points of other players so that someone in their individual clan can climb higher in the ranking. An aggressive player might attack some accounts up to ten times. This is a risky play style because you can also lose battles due to the&nbsp;amount of RNG a given defense brings.&nbsp;

Team play style is essential for the top clans. They coordinate different strategies week to week to ensure that someone from their clan is in first place during arena reset. Players generally do not attack members from their own clan as it is counterproductive to the overall goal of having someone from their clan place first.&nbsp;

Pacing play style is for someone who has an account that might not be able to survive well in the top 100. Once in the top 100 your account will be on the pages of players that will be able to defeat you without much effort. You could get attacked&nbsp;10 times really quickly and all of the losses will come in at the same time pushing you out of Platinum Arena.&nbsp;If your account is not the strongest it is important to pace your push so that you aren't on the radar of the top players unless you have an offense that can make up the amount of points lost. Making up points is very difficult though for inexperienced players. Depending on how much time is left before reset, it may be impossible for some players to make up 60+ points to allow them to place.&nbsp;

Safe and consistent play style is for players with really strong defenses. Players with this play style will also have an offense that has around a 100% win rate. They are able to effectively contribute to the teams play style because they can easily drop the rank of opponents. It is important to have clan members&nbsp;who are able to use any of the given play styles week to week.&nbsp;

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The game's content overall is well-designed, but the PvP aspect has faced several challenges and issues. Despite updates and changes, End Game PvP in Raid: Shadow Legends remains a polarizing topic among players. This is due to the ever growing mechanics of the game, and the ever shifting meta. Additionally, the updates and changes have not catered to those not competing in End-Game content. Some feel that the every update makes certain players stronger due to their ability to buy everything that they need to be more successful. There is a desire amongst end game players to make PVP more exciting and more accessible. They hope that by sharing the strategies they use they can encourage more players to try and fight in&nbsp;Platinum Arena.&nbsp;

Strategy aside, one of the most significant issues with PvP in Raid: Shadow Legends is the imbalance between players who have invested in the game and those who haven't. As stated by one player, "People are just outmatched as far as the wallet is concerned." Players who have spent a significant amount of money on the game have access to more powerful champions, artifacts, and blessings.&nbsp;

The introduction of the<a href="https://aftershockunited.gg/raid/champions/marichka-the-unbreakable"> Marichka</a> and <a href="https://aftershockunited.gg/raid/champions/taras-the-fierce">Taras</a> duo&nbsp;further aggravated this problem. The duo&nbsp;created a significant shift in the meta, and players who pulled the duo were suddenly propelled to the top 100, whereas they couldn't even finish in Platinum Arena during reset before. These two champions alone are&nbsp;so strong that players who don't have it are&nbsp;seen as easy pickings.

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<a href="https://aftershockunited.gg/raid/blessing">Blessings</a> and Awakenings are another issue. Blessings have become so broken that they've nerfed one-third of the champions and the only consistent way to beat Marichka and Taras. The only way to deal with them is by debuffing them.&nbsp;High-end accounts that have the Polymorph blessing&nbsp;can't be debuffed due to the immense amount of RNG. It has created a situation where every endgame player has five or six-star blessings on their champions, and running a debuff strategy is impossible. The only option left is to play aggressively, which results in losses and boosting.

In addition to the above, PvP in Raid: Shadow Legends suffers from imbalances created by empowerment and awakening.&nbsp;Some players have access to ridiculous gear that has been ascended, while others don't.&nbsp;Awakening a champion allows them to have stat bonuses that make them almost impossible to defeat with certain accounts. The upcoming accessory ascension dungeon will likely&nbsp;create additional imbalances.

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Reset time is one of the largest factors that determine whether a player will push Platinum Arena during reset. After&nbsp;Spring daylight saving time, Platinum Arena reset is 4am EST. In the Fall it&nbsp;goes back to 3am EST. This makes it difficult for players to compete as they don't want to wake up during that time. Many people have other things they need to do on Monday mornings and pushing Platinum Arena reset just doesn't seem worth the lost sleep.&nbsp;

Many players have not tried to push Platinum Arena during the week and are likely unaware of what their account can accomplish. The team compositions, blessings, and awakenings can be very discouraging.&nbsp;On the other end of the spectrum are players who refuse to push because they don't think it is worth it if they won't get first place. These players don't see the benefit to pushing at all if they can't be the winner although their accounts are more than capable of placing during reset.&nbsp;Check out our<a href="https://aftershockunited.gg/raid/champions"> FULL CHAMPION TIER LIST HERE</a> to see a breakdown of the top rated champions in the game. The video below further goes into these topics and discuses some strategies and champions you can utilize for platinum arena reset.&nbsp;

End Game Guide for Raid Shadow Legends Platinum Arena.

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Platinum Arena: Strategy and Current Issues with End Game PVP

Masteries can make or break a champion in RAID: Shadow Legends - especially when you get to the bottom row, the Tier 6 masteries. These powerful final picks can elevate your builds, fine-tune your role synergy, and push your team to new heights. But which ones are worth it? In this RAID 101 weekend guide, we’re diving deep into each Tier 6 mastery, explaining what they do, how they work, and when to pick them. Tier 6 Masteries: Offense Tree Flawless Execution What it does: +20% Crit Damage. Best for: Champions that ignore 100% of enemy defense like *Royal Huntsman* or *Mortu-Macaab*. Why: If you’re already cutting through defense, more raw damage is the best option. Giant Slayer What it does: 30% chance to deal bonus damage per hit (3% vs bosses). Best for: Champions with 3+ hits on their A1 (like *Fu-Shan*). Why: Each hit rolls its own Giant Slayer chance, making it deadly with multi-hitters in PvE. Warmaster What it does: 60% chance to deal bonus damage per skill (4% vs bosses). Best for: Supports, revivers, or any champion used in PvE boss content. Why: Scales better on 1–2 hit abilities and doesn’t require multi-hit A1s. Helmsmasher What it does: 50% chance to ignore 25% of enemy defense. Best for: Arena nukers. Why: Ignoring defense is the strongest way to boost damage in PvP. Ideal for high-end nukers. Tier 6 Masteries: Support Tree Eagle-Eye What it does: +50 Accuracy. Best for: Arena control champs and high-accuracy PvE builds. Why: Essential for champions who rely on debuffs, especially in high-end PvP where 800–900 accuracy is required. Oppressor What it does: Increases turn meter fill rate by 2.5% per active debuff (up to 10%). Best for: Debuff-heavy champions in wave content. Why: Niche and poorly explained by Plarium; rarely optimal over alternatives. Timely Intervention What it does: +20% Turn Meter when an ally drops below 25% HP. Best for: Revivers and emergency healers like&nbsp;Siphi the Lost Bride. Why: Proactive turn cycling lets your reviver act fast when you need them most. Elixir of Life What it does: +3,000 HP. Best for: HP-based healers in shield/bolster sets. Why: Extremely niche—generally better off with other support or tank options. Tier 6 Masteries: Defense Tree Unshakable What it does: +50 Resistance. Best for: Arena tanks or anti-debuff champions. Why: Like Eagle-Eye, this is PvP-focused—solid for high-resist builds. Fearsome Presence What it does: +5% chance to land crowd control debuffs (stun, provoke, fear, etc.). Best for: Champions in&nbsp;Stun,&nbsp;Provoke, or&nbsp;Sheep sets. Why: Especially effective in wave content when paired with&nbsp;Harvest Despair. Bulwark What it does: Redirects 5% of team damage to this champion. Best for: Shield champions or those with&nbsp;Ally Protection or&nbsp;Block Damage. Why: Acts like a mini&nbsp;Guardian Set - ideal for tanky supports like&nbsp;Ursuga. Selfless Defender What it does: Redirects 20% of first-hit damage each round. Best for: Synergizes with Bulwark for ultra-tanks. Why: Great for damage mitigation, especially in arena or high-pressure PvE waves. Iron Skin What it does: +200 Defense. Best for: Almost no one. Why: Too weak to justify over other tank or damage-based options. Examples in Action Curran the Harvester (Arena Control) Chosen Mastery: Eagle-Eye Why: He’s designed for Arena—sleep debuffs, cooldown manipulation, and turn meter disruption. Needs tons of accuracy to land everything effectively. Siphi the Lost Bride (Reviver) Chosen Mastery: Timely Intervention Why: Arena-focused reviver. Gets a quick turn when an ally drops low, giving her a chance to clutch revive or heal. Sicia Flametongue or Stun-Set Champs Chosen Masteries: Fearsome Presence + Harvest Despair Why: Increases control consistency and heals the team through leech debuffs. Ideal combo for wave-clearing builds. Final Thoughts Tier 6 masteries aren’t just end-of-tree fluff—they’re the cherry on top of your champion build. Whether you’re crushing PvE bosses with Warmaster, disrupting Arena teams with Eagle-Eye, or CC-locking waves with Fearsome Presence, your choice here should reflect your champion’s role and your end goal. When in doubt, for PvE: -&nbsp;3+ A1 hits? → Giant Slayer -&nbsp;1–2 hits or Support? → Warmaster -&nbsp;Need accuracy? → Eagle-Eye -&nbsp;Need resistance? → Unshakable&nbsp;&nbsp;

RAID: Shadow Legends tier 6 masteries explained! Learn which masteries to choose, who they suit best, and why they matter for PvE and Arena success.

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Ultimate Guide to Tier 6 Masteries in RAID: Shadow Legends

If you're a new or free-to-play player in RAID: Shadow Legends, you're probably looking for reliable champions to help you farm&nbsp;Minotaur's Labyrinth, especially stage 15. Good news—there’s one&nbsp;uncommon campaign-farmable champion who absolutely wrecks the Minotaur:&nbsp;Shieldguard. Today, we’re diving deep into why Shieldguard is one of the best early-game Minotaur farmers and how to build him for max efficiency. Who Is Shieldguard? Shieldguard is an uncommon barbarian champion&nbsp;you can farm from Stage 9 – The Dreadlands&nbsp;in Campaign (any difficulty). Yes, he’s an uncommon. But don’t let that fool you—this guy punches way above his rarity. -&nbsp;Where to get him: Stage 9, The Dreadlands (same stage you can farm Warmaiden) -&nbsp;Rarity: Uncommon -&nbsp;Faction: Barbarians -&nbsp;Role: Defense-based damage dealer and support Why Shieldguard Is a Top Minotaur Farmer Despite being an uncommon champion, Shieldguard comes with a&nbsp;full AoE nuke, self-turn meter boost, and even a passive cleanse. Let’s break down his kit: Skill Breakdown A1 – Uppercut:&nbsp;Attacks 1 enemy. 50% chance to apply a 15% Decrease Speed debuff. - Great for controlling Minotaur’s minions or slowing down dungeon waves. A2 – Battle Stance:&nbsp;Attacks all enemies. Damage based on DEF. Fills his turn meter by 20% for each critical hit. On a 2-turn cooldown when booked, this makes Shieldguard a&nbsp;wave-clearing machine, letting him take nearly back-to-back turns if he crits multiple enemies. Passive – Mighty Soul:&nbsp;Removes one debuff from himself each turn. Rare for an uncommon and super useful for survivability. Gear Setup Guide Shieldguard is cheap to build and doesn't require insane gear. Here's what to focus on: Mandatory Sets: -&nbsp;Lifesteal Set: Heals 30% of damage dealt – essential for solo farming. -&nbsp;Accuracy Set (Optional): Helps land Decrease Speed on A1. Main Stats: -&nbsp;Gloves: Crit Rate % -&nbsp;Boots: Speed % -&nbsp;Chest: Defense % (or HP % early on if you’re missing DEF pieces) Substats Priority: - Crit Rate (get to 100%!) - Speed - Defense % - Crit Damage (bonus for faster clears) - HP % (for survivability) Accessories: Ring: Defense Amulet: Crit Damage Banner: Defense (but early game, you can go without one) &gt;&nbsp;Important: 100% Crit Rate is non-negotiable. It’s the key to constant turn cycling from his A2. Recommended Masteries While Shieldguard can run Minotaur without masteries, having them improves speed and reliability. Don’t waste 800 gems—farm scrolls manually using him! Key Offense Tree Masteries: -&nbsp;Whirlwind of Death: +6 SPD per enemy killed (up to +18 total) -&nbsp;Kill Streak: +3% DMG per kill (up to +12%) -&nbsp;Helm Smasher: Ignore DEF for bigger nukes Optional: -&nbsp;Wrath of the Slain: +5% DMG per dead ally (if you're farming with food champs) Shieldguard in Action – Minnow 15 Run Let’s talk performance. Shieldguard can solo&nbsp;Minotaur Stage 15 with: - Lifesteal for sustain - High crit rate for consistent turn meter boosts - Decreased speed to manage mobs - Passive cleanse for survivability Solo Run Highlights: - Clears Wave 1 in \~20 seconds - Recycles his A2 rapidly thanks to the 2-turn cooldown and crit boosts - Takes hits like a champ while healing up - Finish time: Around&nbsp;1 minute 29 seconds, depending on gear Even with stripped gear like no banner or reduced accuracy, he still performs well if you prioritize&nbsp;defense and crit rate. Final Thoughts: Should You Build Shieldguard? Absolutely. - He’s&nbsp;free,&nbsp;farmable, and&nbsp;efficient. - Requires&nbsp;no books if you use dupes. - Doesn’t need perfect gear to function. - Works even better with optimized builds as your account grows. Whether you're farming scrolls, leveling food, or just getting your first few champions stronger,&nbsp;Shieldguard is one of the best early-game investments you can make in RAID.&nbsp;Ready to dominate the Minotaur? Go farm Shieldguard in Dreadlands and turn him into your MVP.

Shieldguard is the best uncommon minotaur farmer in RAID. Learn how to farm, gear, and build him for solo Minotaur Stage 15 runs and early-game success.

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Shieldguard: The Best Uncommon Minotaur Farmer in RAID: Shadow Legends

Building the ultimate Arena nuker in 2025 means more than just slapping on Savage gear and calling it a day. To really dominate in the current Raid: Shadow Legends meta, you need to understand stats, survivability options, gear sets, masteries, blessings, and build logic from the ground up. Whether you're new to the game or looking to refine your nuker, this Raid 101 guide breaks it all down. Understanding Arena Nukers A nuker is your primary damage dealer—usually built for speed and destruction in Arena PvP and often usable in PvE as well. However, nukers tend to be squishy, so your first task is figuring out how to keep them alive long enough to obliterate the enemy. How to Keep Your Nuker Alive Before your nuker gets a turn, they need protection. There are five viable strategies: Go First Speed-tune your team to ensure your nuker strikes before the enemy. Pair them with turn meter boosters like Arbiter or Yumeko. This strategy relies on control champs to strip buffs or apply CC before your nuker hits. Shield and Bolster Sets Equipping your team with Bolster or Shield sets gives all allies a protective buffer. Ideal for high-HP champions and a solid strategy to buy your nuker time. Stone Skin Gear Stone Skin offers unmatched protection with a chance to block removal. It's ideal for nukers who aren't going first. This is the most common Arena survivability set in 2025. Built-In Survival Mechanics Use champions like: -&nbsp;Leorius the Proud or&nbsp;Skullcrown – auto-unkillable below 20% HP. -&nbsp;Rotos the Lost Groom – hard to one-shot due to damage cap. -&nbsp;Sigmund the Highshield – block damage or revive mechanics built-in. Reaction Accessories Reaction gear gives up to a 75% chance to convert a critical hit into a normal hit before the first turn—an excellent method to survive enemy nukers. Essential Stats for Nukers Your nuker's damage will scale off one or more of the following: -&nbsp;Attack -&nbsp;Defense -&nbsp;HP Start by identifying the damage scaling stat on their skill. Then build around it: Critical Priorities: -&nbsp;100% Crit Rate: Always required unless the champ has crit rate built into their kit. -&nbsp;Crit Damage: Stack as high as possible after hitting crit rate. -&nbsp;Main Stat Scaling: Attack %, Defense %, or HP %, depending on champion. Gear Slots: -&nbsp;Gloves: Crit Damage or Crit Rate -&nbsp;Chest: % of the main damage stat -&nbsp;Boots: Speed (early game) or % main stat (late game) -&nbsp;Amulet: Crit Damage -&nbsp;Ring: Flat main stat (Attack/Defense/HP) - **Banner**: Accuracy if needed, otherwise damage stat Best Gear Sets for Nukers 🛡 Ignore Defense Sets (Top Priority) -&nbsp;Savage: -25% enemy DEF (farm in Fire Knight) -&nbsp;Lethal: -25% DEF + 10% Crit Rate (forge from Dark Fae) -&nbsp;Slayer: -30% DEF on AoE hits (Live Arena set) -&nbsp;Merciless: -35% DEF (Cursed City; strongest, but replaces Stone Skin) -&nbsp;Cruel: -5% DEF + Attack % (Clan Boss) ⚔ Hybrid Sets -&nbsp;Stone Skin + Savage/Lethal: Popular Arena combo (4-piece each) -&nbsp;Speed or Perception: Viable early-mid game for stat filler -&nbsp;Reaction Accessories: Always consider for added protection Stats &gt; Sets. Always hit your stat goals first, then focus on optimizing with sets. Recommended Blessings for Nukers -&nbsp;Soul Reap: Top-tier for AoE nukers; executes targets under HP threshold. -&nbsp;Polymorph: Defensive utility, best with 6-star awakening. -&nbsp;Heavencast: Scales damage with buffs—ideal for buff-heavy nukers like Turvold. -&nbsp;Crushing Rend: Good in PvE; less effective in Arena unless fully awakened. -&nbsp;Ward of the Fallen / Lightning Cage: Defensive blessings for sustain nukers. Nuker Mastery Tree Setup 🔥 Offense Tree (Always Required) -&nbsp;Keen Strike (Crit Damage) -&nbsp;Shield Breaker /&nbsp;Ruthless Ambush (Boost opening hit) -&nbsp;Cycle of Violence (Cooldown reduction) -&nbsp;Kill Streak (More kills = more damage) -&nbsp;Helm Smasher (Chance to ignore 25% DEF – key in Arena) 🛡 Defense or Support Tree (Depends on Nuker Role) -&nbsp;Retribution / Deterrence (Counterattack options if A1 hits hard) -&nbsp;Sniper / Master Hexer (If nuker applies debuffs) -&nbsp;Evil Eye / Accuracy Boosts (If nuker has control effects) Optional Masteries: -&nbsp;Heart of Glory – +5% damage at full HP -&nbsp;Bring It Down – +6% vs high-HP enemies -&nbsp;Single Out – Bonus vs low-HP enemies -&nbsp;Methodical – Scaling A1 damage over battle Final Thoughts To build an overpowered Arena nuker in 2025: - Prioritize survivability based on your team’s speed and role. - Max out crit rate (100%) and then focus on crit damage and scaling stat. - Use ignore defense sets like Savage, Lethal, or Merciless. - Choose blessings and masteries that amplify damage and mitigate nuker risk. - Adjust builds based on each champion's base stats and skill multipliers. Take your time, read your champions’ skill text, and optimize intelligently. Arena is still the most competitive mode in Raid—and with the right nuker, you’ll be wiping teams before they even take a turn.

Build the best Arena nuker in RAID 2025! Learn stats, gear sets, blessings, and masteries to dominate PvP with this expert nuker guide.

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How to Build an OP Arena Nuker in 2025 (RAID: Shadow Legends Guide)

If you’re wondering how to max champions in&nbsp;RAID: Shadow Legends without burning out your energy and resources, you’re not alone. Whether you're brand new or returning, the process can feel overwhelming at first — with all the talk of "food," "chickens," "brews," and ranking up. This guide breaks down the&nbsp;entire 6-star process step-by-step — from leveling up, to farming XP, to choosing the right champions for sacrifice — so you can rank smarter, not harder. What Does It Mean to Max Out a Champion? In RAID, maxing a champion means two things: - Reaching&nbsp;Rank 6 (six stars) - Hitting&nbsp;Level 60, the highest level possible To get there, a champion must be leveled to the max of their current rank, then ranked up by sacrificing other champions (aka&nbsp;food) or chickens of the same rank. Understanding Champion Ranks and Levels Each champion starts with a specific star rank depending on their rarity: -&nbsp;Common – Rank 1 -&nbsp;Uncommon – Rank 2 -&nbsp;Rare – Rank 3 -&nbsp;Epic – Rank 4 -&nbsp;Legendary – Rank 5 -&nbsp;Mythical&nbsp;– Rank 6 Each rank has a level cap: - 1-star = Level 10 - 2-star = Level 20 - 3-star = Level 30 - 4-star = Level 40 - 5-star = Level 50 - 6-star = Level 60 You can’t go beyond the level cap of your current rank until you rank the champion up. What Is “Food” in RAID? “Food” is a slang term for disposable champions used to upgrade other champions’ rank. Typically, these are: - Commons and uncommons pulled from mystery shards - Unwanted rares and epics - Champions specifically leveled just for sacrifice Food must be fully leveled before they can be used to rank up another champion. For example, to rank up a 3-star champion, you’ll need three max-level 3-star champs (or chickens) to sacrifice. The Basic 6-Star Loop To summarize: 1. Pull mystery shards to get commons/uncommons (your food) 2. Level them in campaign or with brews 3. Use maxed food to rank up a core champion 4. Repeat until that champion is 6-star and Level 60 You’ll repeat this loop dozens of times throughout your RAID journey — so let’s optimize every step. Where to Farm Experience Fast 📍 Best XP Farm Location: Campaign Stage 12-3 If you're looking to level food quickly,&nbsp;campaign farming is the way to go — especially&nbsp;Stage 3 of each chapter. Why Stage 3? - The&nbsp;shield drops sell for more silver - It’s efficient for both silver and XP - Easily accessible at every difficulty tier If you want slightly more XP and don’t care about silver,&nbsp;Stage 6 is also an option — but most players prefer Stage 3 for better long-term silver gain. Choosing a Campaign Farmer Your&nbsp;campaign farmer&nbsp;is the damage-dealer who clears the wave solo while carrying three food champions. Ideal traits include: - AoE attacks on A1 and/or A2 - Fast animations - High damage scaling 🔥 Good Campaign Farmers: -&nbsp;Kael (Starter Champion) -&nbsp;Saurus (Farmable from Chapter 10) -&nbsp;Elhain (Starter Champion) -&nbsp;Bellower (Uncommon but strong) Stick your farmer in the&nbsp;lead position, and fill the other three with food champs. This way, XP is split efficiently: 25% per food champ, with only 25% “wasted” on your maxed-out farmer. Using XP Boosts (Don’t Skip This) 💡 Why XP Boosts Matter XP Boosts double your campaign XP — they’re essential for farming: - Found in&nbsp;events,&nbsp;daily login rewards,&nbsp;quests, and&nbsp;tournaments - Don’t waste energy farming campaign without one active - 1-day and 3-day XP boosts can also be bought for gems, but aren’t cheap (use sparingly) Always activate an XP Boost&nbsp;before multi-battling your food teams. It literally cuts your grind time in half. Brews: When and How to Use Them Brews&nbsp;are a fast-track to level low-rank food champions: - Matching affinity = more XP (e.g., Magic brew for a Magic champ) - Great for hitting Level 10 on 1-stars instantly - Don’t overuse them on higher-rank champions unless you’re in a rush A solid strategy is to use&nbsp;one brew on a 1-star food champion, then finish leveling in campaign or Sparring Pit. The Sparring Pit: Passive Progress While You Wait 💤 Level Champs While You Sleep The&nbsp;Sparring Pit&nbsp;gives free, passive XP over time. It’s one of the most underused tools in RAID. Best Practices: - Unlock all 5 slots (300 gems per unlock) - Don’t upgrade the slots (XP gain is slow regardless) - Fill all slots with champions of the&nbsp;same rank and level - After 7–10 days, you’ll have 5 fully leveled food champions This is a&nbsp;perfect system for prepping your 5-star food for 6-star upgrades — no energy cost, no micromanaging. When to Use Chickens Chickens&nbsp;are premium items that act as pre-leveled food: - Save them for&nbsp;real champions, not disposable food - Earned through events, promo codes, quests, and tournaments - Using chickens on actual champions (especially 5-star and 6-star upgrades) speeds things up dramatically Dungeon Farming + XP: Two Birds, One Stone You can level champions&nbsp;while farming gear&nbsp;in dungeons: - If your dungeon team can survive with 4 instead of 5 champs, add a food champion - Great for passive leveling during overnight farming - Use auto-battle + Super Raids for maximum efficiency XP gain is slower than campaign, but it’s free progress if you're already farming gear anyway. Avoiding Wasted Energy Be careful with&nbsp;multi-battle settings. If all your champions hit max level and you're still running battles, you're wasting energy. ✅&nbsp;Uncheck:&nbsp;“Continue Multi-Battle even when all Champions hit max level” This ensures you're not burning energy on fully leveled champs that can’t rank up yet. Final Tips to Speed Up the 6-Star Process - Always farm campaign with&nbsp;four champions for best XP split - Use&nbsp;matching affinity brews for max XP gain - Keep your&nbsp;Sparring Pit full at all times - Use&nbsp;mystery shards to generate endless food - Only use&nbsp;chickens on real champions, not food - Use&nbsp;XP Boosts every time you’re farming campaign - Target&nbsp;Stage 12-3 for best campaign returns - Look for chances to&nbsp;farm food during dungeon runs Conclusion Maxing out champions to 6-stars is one of the most repetitive but rewarding loops in RAID. Once you master the art of food farming, XP optimization, and using your resources wisely, the process becomes second nature. With these tips, you’ll be leveling faster, spending smarter, and 6-starring champions without running out of energy or patience.

Learn how to max out champions to 6-stars in RAID: Shadow Legends fast! Efficient farming, food strategy, XP boosts, sparring pit, brews, and more!

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