Is Lich worth building in 2026?

Lich is a solid B-Tier champion with situational value. This Epic Defense from Undead Hordes can be useful in specific team compositions, especially if you lack alternatives in their niche.

Best gear sets for Lich?

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

Best masteries for Lich?

Lich 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 Lich best used?

Lich excels in Spider (A-Tier), Fire Knight (B-Tier). Also strong in Doom Tower Bosses (B-Tier). Role varies by content — check the effectiveness breakdown below for full tier ratings.

RAID: Shadow Legends

Lich Guide

Epic
Force
Defense
Undead Hordes

Lich earns a 3.3/5.0 rating because he is an incredibly effective specialist who suffers from a lack of versatility. His 3.3 AI rating reflects that his skill priority is generally logical, but he loses points for being almost entirely single-target focused in a meta that favors AOE utility. His strengths lie in his 100% Turn Meter depletion and high base Defense, which allow him to punch above his weight class in Faction Wars and specific Dungeon bosses. However, his D-Tier performance in Clan Boss and Hydra significantly drags down his overall score, as he offers no team-wide protection or s

Skills

Enervating Bolt — Attacks 1 enemy. Has a 30% chance of placing a 50% [Decrease ACC] debuff for 2 turns.
Toughness · CD 4 — Places a 60% [Increase DEF] buff on this Champion for 2 turns. Heals this Champion by 20% of their MAX HP.
Wither · CD 5 — Attacks 1 enemy. Fully depletes the target’s Turn Meter. Places a 30% [Decrease SPD] debuff for 2 turns.
Aura — Increases Ally DEF in Faction Crypts by 27%.

Recommended build

Gear sets: Perception, Speed

Synergies

Tayrel
Coldheart
Visix the Unbowed
Scyl of the Drakes