Is Executioner worth building in 2026?

Executioner is a niche C-Tier champion best for specific situations. As a Rare Defense, Executioner may be outperformed by higher-tier options but can fill gaps in early or mid-game rosters.

Best gear sets for Executioner?

Recommended gear for Executioner: Immortal or Resilience sets. As a Defense champion, prioritize sets that complement Executioner's kit. Check the gear section below for stat targets.

Best masteries for Executioner?

Executioner runs Defense + Support mastery trees. Key mastery picks include Bulwark or Fearsome Presence (T6), Retribution, Lasting Gifts. The full recommended mastery page is available below with interactive selection.

Where is Executioner best used?

Executioner excels in Campaign (B-Tier), Faction Wars (B-Tier). Also strong in Arena Offense (C-Tier). Role varies by content — check the effectiveness breakdown below for full tier ratings.

RAID: Shadow Legends

Executioner Guide

Rare
Magic
Defense
Knight Revenant

Executioner earns a 2.5/5.0 rating because he occupies the awkward middle ground of RAID's power curve. His strengths lie in his self-sufficiency; the combination of a self-Counterattack and Increase DEF buff allows him to perform roles usually reserved for higher-rarity champions, particularly in early Campaign and Faction Wars. However, he is held back by low base stats and a kit that is easily countered by modern buff-removal mechanics. While his Turn Meter reduction is useful, the 15% Decrease SPD is the weak version of that debuff, and his Stun chance is too low for reliable crowd control

Skills

Shield Bash — Attacks 1 enemy. Has a 15% chance of placing a [Stun] debuff for 1 turn.
Schism · CD 4 — Attacks all enemies. Decreases the Turn Meter by 20%. Has a 50% chance of placing a 15% [Decrease SPD] debuff for 2 turns.
Tumult · CD 7 — Places a 60% [Increase DEF] buff and a [Counterattack] buff on this Champion for 3 turns.
Aura — Increases Ally DEF in all Battles by 17%.

Recommended build

Gear sets: Lifesteal, Guardian

Synergies

Tayrel
Sepulcher Sentinel
Rector Drath
Do priest Skytouched