Is Ironclad worth building in 2026?

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

Best gear sets for Ironclad?

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

Best masteries for Ironclad?

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

Where is Ironclad best used?

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

RAID: Shadow Legends

Ironclad Guide

Rare
Force
HP
Orcs

Ironclad earns a 2.5/5.0 rating because he is a one-trick pony in a game that usually demands versatility. His 50% surplus heal damage passive is a unique and powerful mechanic that allows for creative Arena strategies, which prevents him from falling into the D-Tier. However, he is held back by mediocre base stats, a weak 25% Increase ATK buff, and a complete lack of utility in end-game PvE content like Hydra or Clan Boss. Compared to other Rares like Coldheart or Apothecary, he lacks the universal kit to be highly rated. He is a niche 'fun' champion who requires elite gear to reach his poten

Skills

Numbness — Attacks 1 enemy. Has a 25% chance of placing a 100% [Heal Reduction] debuff for 2 turns.
Rallying Cry · CD 4 — Removes 1 random debuff from all allies. Places a 25% [Increase ATK] buff on all allies for 2 turns.
Vengeful Heal — When healed, will attack all enemies inflicting damage proportional to any surplus heal. Damage inflicted is equal to 50% of any surplus heal.
Aura — Increases Ally HP in all Battles by 16%.

Recommended build

Gear sets: Savage, Lethal

Synergies

Vrask
Bad-el-Kazar
Scyll of the Drakes
Vogoth
Wythir the Crowned