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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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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Top 5 Must-Build Champions for New Players in RAID: Shadow Legends (2025 Guide)

The Great Hall is one of the most impactful long-term investments you can make in RAID: Shadow Legends. Whether you're a fresh Level 6 player or deep into endgame content like Hydra or Cursed City, maximizing your Affinity and Area Bonuses provides powerful account-wide stat boosts. This 2025 guide covers everything you need to know—including which stats to prioritize, how medals and crests work, and how to plan upgrades without wasting resources. Unlocking the Great Hall: When and How The Great Hall becomes available once you reach&nbsp;Level 6&nbsp;in-game. It consists of two core sections: Affinity Bonuses (unlocked at Level 6) Area Bonuses (unlocked at Level 50, alongside Live Arena) Each system enhances your champions' base stats—either globally or in specific content areas—and the boosts are always active. They don’t require specific gear or conditions to apply. Affinity Bonuses Explained <img src="https://cdn-gpd.x-plarium.com/browser/content/raid-guides/great-hall/GH_1.png" title="Affinity Bonuses" alt="Affinity Bonusses" style="width: 800px; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"> How It Works The Affinity Bonuses tab includes six stat categories across four affinities: Magic, Spirit, Force, and Void. Each stat (like Accuracy, HP, or Crit Damage) has its own upgrade path within each affinity. Upgrades provide a permanent boost to base stats&nbsp;of all champions belonging to the upgraded affinity, and they apply in every single battle, including Arena, Clan Boss, Dungeons, and Doom Tower. Available Stats - HP - ATK - DEF - C. DMG (Critical Damage) - RES (Resistance) - ACC (Accuracy) Each stat can be upgraded from&nbsp;Level 0 to Level 10, with stronger bonuses at higher levels. For example, a Level 10 HP bonus for Void affinity gives all Void champions +20% MAX HP. Earning &amp; Using Medals <img src="https://cdn-gpd.x-plarium.com/browser/content/raid-guides/great-hall/great-hall-2.png"> Medals are earned by winning battles in Classic Arena: Bronze Medals from Bronze Tier Silver Medals from Silver Tier Gold Medals from Gold and Platinum Tiers Medal Usage Breakdown Level 1–3 upgrades: Any medal type (Bronze/Silver/Gold) Level 4–6 upgrades: Silver or Gold only Level 7–10 upgrades: Gold only Mixed medal payments are allowed—e.g., 1 Gold Medal = 2 Silver or 4 Bronze. This flexibility helps ease progression. Once you’ve maxed out all Affinity Bonuses, you unlock&nbsp;Gold Medal Chests, which cost 1000 Gold Medals and can be opened every 48 hours. These contain charms and 5–6 star Divine Artifacts like Divine Speed, Life, Offense, and Crit Rate sets. <img src="https://cdn-gpd.x-plarium.com/browser/content/raid-guides/great-hall/great-hall-4.png" style="width: 800px; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"> What to Prioritize in the Great Hall If you're unsure where to invest first, here’s the optimal order based on utility and long-term value: 1.&nbsp;Accuracy – Nearly 80% of champions need debuff success to function. 2.&nbsp;Resistance – A strong counter to crowd control and debuffs. 3.&nbsp;HP – Applies to all champions and scales survivability better than DEF. 4.&nbsp;Crit Damage – Strong for nukers, but gear often covers this already. 5.&nbsp;Defense – Good for specific defense-based champs. 6.&nbsp;Attack – Lowest priority due to fewer attack-based nukers. 💡&nbsp;Pro Tip: Start with Magic Affinity since most beginner champions (like Kael or Elhain) are Magic-based, and early promo/event champs also tend to be Magic. Area Bonuses Explained <img src="https://cdn-gpd.x-plarium.com/browser/content/raid-guides/great-hall/gh1_new.png" style="width: 800px; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"> Once you hit&nbsp;Level 50, you unlock the Area Bonuses section, tied to Live Arena progression. Unlike Affinity Bonuses, these stat boosts only apply within specific content areas. Stat Types Available - HP - ATK - DEF - SPD - C. DMG - RES - ACC - Ignore DEF (exclusive to Area Bonuses) Where Bonuses Apply Bonuses activate in specific areas, such as: - Potion Keeps - Faction Wars - Fire Knight's Castle - Ice Golem's Peak - Doom Tower - Hydra Battles - Cursed City - Sand Devil's Necropolis &nbsp;&nbsp;...and more. Each location has a Grade (1–3), which determines the cost and rarity of crests required: - Grade 1 - Potion Keeps, Faction Wars - Bronze - Grade 2 - Dungeon Areas, Doom Tower, Iron Twins - Silver - Grade 3 - Demon Lord, Hydra, Cursed City - Gold Earning &amp; Using Crests Crests are won in Live Arena: Bronze Crests from Bronze Tier Silver Crests from Silver Tier Gold Crests from Gold Tier Crest Usage Breakdown Level 1–3 upgrades: Bronze, Silver, or Gold Level 4–6 upgrades: Silver or Gold only Level 7–10 upgrades: Gold only Unlike medals, crest usage gets more expensive as you move up. Once you unlock Gold tier, you’re locked into using Gold Crests, even for lower-level upgrades. Best Area Bonus Stats to Prioritize Here are the most valuable upgrades based on game-wide impact: ✅ Ignore DEF – Top Tier - Up to 20% defense ignore - Massive value, especially for nukers and PvP ✅ Speed – Game-Changer - Up to +20 Speed - Always relevant; benefits every area and team comp ✅ Accuracy – Still King - Stacks with Affinity Accuracy bonuses - Helps hit debuff thresholds in harder content like Hydra After these three, consider: - Resistance – For PvP and debuff-heavy bosses - HP – Universal survivability - Crit Damage – Only if your team already survives well Final Strategy Tips - Focus your Great Hall on Accuracy first—across all affinities. - Save attack stat upgrades for last; they apply to fewer champions overall. - In Area Bonuses, don’t rush to Gold tier unless you’re ready for the grind—it’ll lock you out of cheaper crest usage. - Prioritize bonuses in content you engage with most: Hydra, Cursed City, and Faction Wars are great starting points. &nbsp;

Maximize your RAID account with this updated 2025 Great Hall & Area Bonus guide. Learn what to prioritize and how to invest your medals and crests wisely.

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