Is Raider worth building in 2026?

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

Best gear sets for Raider?

Recommended gear for Raider: Savage or Cruel sets. As a Attack champion, prioritize sets that complement Raider's kit. Check the gear section below for stat targets.

Best masteries for Raider?

Raider runs Offense + Support mastery trees. Key mastery picks include Warmaster or Giant Slayer (T6), Flawless Execution, Sniper. The full recommended mastery page is available below with interactive selection.

Where is Raider best used?

Raider 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

Raider Guide

Rare
Spirit
Attack
Orcs

Raider earns a 2.5/5.0 rating because her utility is highly situational and outclassed by easily accessible alternatives. Her primary strength is the rare 2-turn Stun on her A3, which provides significant single-target control in Faction Wars and early Arena. However, her 25% chance on the AoE Decrease Speed is far too low to rely on, and her base stats make it difficult for her to survive long enough to cycle through her cooldowns. When compared to other Rares like Warmaiden or Soulbond Bowyer, Raider lacks the consistent damage or the reliable AoE debuffs necessary to climb into the higher t

Skills

Heavy Mace — Attacks 1 enemy. Attacks 2 times if the target’s HP percentage is higher than this Champion’s.
Sudden Strike · CD 4 — Attacks all enemies. Has a 25% chance of placing a 30% [Decrease SPD] debuff for 2 turns.
Skull Bash · CD 6 — Attacks 1 enemy. Has a 60% chance of placing a [Stun] debuff for 2 turns. Also has a 60% chance of placing 30% [Decrease DEF] debuff for 2 turns.
Aura — Increases Ally SPD in Faction Crypts by 13%.

Recommended build

Gear sets: Perception, Speed

Synergies

Dhukk the Pierced
Apothecary
Spirithost
Warmaiden