Is Jotun worth building in 2026?

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

Best gear sets for Jotun?

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

Best masteries for Jotun?

Jotun 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 Jotun best used?

Jotun excels in Clan Boss (B-Tier), Doom Tower Bosses (B-Tier). Also strong in Faction Wars (B-Tier). Role varies by content — check the effectiveness breakdown below for full tier ratings.

RAID: Shadow Legends

Jotun Guide

Epic
Magic
HP
Barbarians

Jotun earns a 2.5/5.0 rating because he is the definition of a 'niche' Epic. His primary strength lies in his 4-turn HP Burn, which is exceptionally rare and highly effective in long Clan Boss fights, providing him a solid B-Tier rating in that specific mode. However, his score is significantly dragged down by his complete lack of AOE (Area of Effect) abilities, making him nearly useless in the Arena, Campaign, and Spider's Den. Compared to modern Epics like Mordecai or Akoth the Seared, who place AOE burns, Jotun feels like a relic of an older game meta. He is a durable, high-HP unit that pro

Skills

Sunder — Attacks 1 enemy. Has a 30% chance of placing a 30% [Decrease DEF] debuff for 2 turns.
Flames of the North · CD 4 — Attacks 1 enemy. Has a 75% chance of placing a [HP Burn] debuff for 4 turns.
Mutilate · CD 4 — Attacks 1 enemy. Decreases the target’s MAX HP by 30% of the damage dealt.
Aura — Increases Ally HP in Faction Crypts by 29%.

Recommended build

Gear sets: Perception, Accuracy

Synergies

Ninja
Artak
Teodor the Savant
Gnut
Ghostborn