RAID Shadow Legends tier list & best Champions (August 2025)

If you are confused about which RAID Shadow Legends characters are the best from every faction, don’t fret – our tier list for the best characters that you should be using in your combat party has you covered for August 2025.

Plarium’s regular updates and meta-changes have ensured that RAID Shadow Legends stays enjoyable for the community. On top of that, the gacha mechanic of the game makes it quite important for you to invest your resources strategically and unlock the best champions suited for your playstyle.

To help you with this, we have prepared a tier list featuring all the characters available in the game. Additionally, the list will help you assess which heroes you should be looking to unlock or upgrade for the tricky quest that you are stuck on.

Without further ado, let’s dive in and check out everything you need to know about the character tier list for RAID Shadow Legends.

Best Champions in RAID

While every champion essentially has its own strengths and weaknesses in the game, it’s no secret that some of them are just better overall than others in terms of their kit and stats.

As you stumble into more challenging battles, it’s only natural that you’d want to have the best characters in your team.

So, here’s a list of all the top-tier Champions from every faction as well as a breakdown of who’s the best in each to help you get an idea of who you should prioritize getting.

RAID Shadow Legends Tier List

Given the huge number of characters available in RAID Shadow Legends, they have been split into a total of 15 factions that further dive into the game’s lore.

Here are the best characters in RAID Shadow Legends, categorized by faction:

Shadowkin

The Shadowkin used to be under the brutal heel of the Demonspawn faction for almost five centuries. However, they have recently left their evil purposes behind to fight and regain their lost honor.

You can’t really go wrong with Jintoro from the A-tier here, as he does a lot of damage and has a useful kit. However, despite not being in the highest tier, Lady Mikage and Toragi the Frog are solid options as well, with the latter being one you can obtain by redeeming a new player code.

Tier	Characters
A	Jintoro, Kyoku, Ninja, Onryo Ieyasu, Riho Bonespear, Tetsuya the Deliverer, Yumeko
B	Genbo the Dishonored, Genzin, Harima, Hotatsu, Kunoichi, Lady Kimi, Lady Mikage, Michinaki, Sachi, Shu-Zhen the Valorous, Toragi the Frog
C	Arashi the Riptide, Burangiri, Fenshi, Gamuran, Ginro the Stork, Ishiyama The Immovable, Karato Foxhunter, Masamoto, Oboro, Tatsu, Taya, Toshiro the Bloody, Wuji, Yoshi the Drunkard, Zinogre Blademaster
D	Assassin, Bloodmask, Chani, Chonoru, Conscript, Fanatic, Gory, Infiltrator, Itinerant, Jingwon, Jurojin, Lifetaker, Marauder, Nobel, Nogoryo, Odachi, Redcloak Taneko, Suiren, Vagabond

Dwarves

Once known as peerless craftsmen and steadfast warriors across Teleria, Dwarves are now known for sending only their mightiest heroes to face the battle against Siroth on the surface.

Gnut shreds bosses with max HP damage and debuffs, while Demytha keeps the team alive and buffed, making them top-tier Dwarves for Clan Boss and high-end PvE.

Tier	Characters
A	Acrizia, Demytha, Geomancer, Gnut, Hurndig, Melga Stellgirdle, Rugnor Goldgleam, Runekeeper Dazdurk, Underpriest Brogni
B	Admiral Blacktusk, Arnorn the Shining, Boragar the Elder, Dilgol, Frolni the Mechanist, Kurzad Deepheart, Kurzad Deepheart, Maulie Tankard, Rearguard Sergeant, Senna Amberheart, Tholin Foulbeard, Tormin the Cold, Trunda Giltmallet, Uzol of the Jade
C	Baerdal Fellhammer, Boltsmith, Conellia, Fjorad Wolfheart, Fodbor the Bard, Fylja, Fyr-gun Isbeil, Gala Longbrainds, Goffred Brassclad, Grizzled Jarl, Gronjarr, Keeyra the Watcher, Mountain King, Nari the Lucky, Painsmith, Rock Breaker, Runic Warder, Samar Gemcursed
D	Avir the Alchemage, Beast Wrestler, Bulwark, Candleguard, Chemist, Cudgeler, Dolor Lorekeeper, Flailer, Gloril Brutebane, Grumbler, Hatchet Slinger, Honor Guard, Icebound Prospector, Line Infantry, Madman, Master Butcher, Morag Bronzelock, Perforator, Slicer, Stout Axeman, Tunnel Steward

Skinwalkers

According to the tragic legend of Ch’arocah, these characters used to possess shape-shifting abilities. However, due to excessive use of the ability, these shamans have been entrapped in their current forms.

Mighty Ukko, Sun Wukong, as well as Marius the Gallant are some of the best characters that belong in the Skinwalker faction. The first one here being a top-tier support that offers a plethora of buffs, while Sun Wukong lets you bypass enemies’ defenses. Meanwhile, Marius the Gallant is equipped with an AoE attack that’s equivalent to a powerful nuke.

Tier	Characters
A	Akemtum, Gnishak Verminlord, Hakkorhn, Leorius the Proud, Marius the Gallant, Mighty Ukko, Satyr
B	Basher, Bolint Freewalker, Bowf the Rancid, Brakus the Shifter, Galleus Bloodcrest, Ghomm Yellowhand, Gwyndolin The Silent, Hidestitcher Boorn, Khoronar, Longbeard, Ragash, Razelvarg, Sniktraak, Steelskull, Sun Wukong, Teumesia, Windtalker
C	Bambus Fourleaf, Bovos Sharphorn, Cleopterix, Fayne, Fleshmonger, Frenzi the Cackler, Gnarox Blackhorn, Grappler, Graybeard, Greathoof Loriaca, Hakkorhn Smashlord, Hoforees the Tusked, Mezomel Luperfang, Norog, Panthera, Reinbeast, Samson the Masher, Scabrius, Snorting Thug, Taurus, Ursine Ironhide, Warchief, Yuzan the Marooned
D	Bloodhorn, Bloodpainter, Channeler, Flesh-Tearer, Gnarlhorn, Lamibur, Meatcarver Tolog, Ripper, Ursine Icecrusher, Weregren Suncursed, Yaga the Insatiable

Barbarians

Described as opportunists, Barbarians specialize in offering their mercenary services to the highest bidder. Additionally, these characters made a pact upon their initial arrival from the East that allows them to control and patrol the Deadlands region.

Mighty Ukko, Sun Wukong, and Marius the Gallant are some of the best characters in the Skinwalker faction. The first one here is a top-tier support that offers a plethora of buffs, while Sun Wukong lets you bypass enemies’ defenses. Meanwhile, Marius the Gallant is equipped with an AoE attack that’s equivalent to a powerful nuke.

Tier	Characters
A	Acelin the Stalwart, Alaz the Sunbearer, Armanz the Magnificent, Dervish, Odin Faefather, Outrider, R. Nergigante Archer, Shieldguard, Tuhanarak, Turvold, Ursuga Warcaller, Valkyrie, Zephyr Sniper
B	Altan, Dune Herald Zaharis, Esme the Dancer, Fahrakin the Fat, Freyja Fateweaver, Jetni the Giant, Roric Wyrmbane, Scyl of the Drakes, Soulbound Bowyer, Spiritwalker, Thor Faehammer, Warmaiden, Xena Warrior Princess, Yakarl the Scourge
C	Alsgor Crimsonhorn, Armina, Atur, Crohnam, Djamarsa, Dune Lord Greggor, Elder Skarg, Haarken Greatblade, High Khatun, Hoskarul, Kallia, Kantra the Cyclone, Loki the Deceiver, Marked, Outlander, Ritualist, Scrapper, Sentinel, Sikara, Skirmisher, Skytouched Shaman, Suwai Firstborn, Woad-Painted
D	Aina, Alika, Anointed, Baroth the Bloodsoaked, Berserker, Bloodbraid, Crusher, Dunestrider, Elder, Head Taker, Hill Nomad, Jotun, Maeve, Opardin Clanfather, Ox, Pit Fighter, Raf-Matab, Ragemonger, Sandbow, Slayer, Teshada, Tigersoul, Trugorr, Valla

Banner-Lords

Banner Lords are the fearless knights of Kaerok who have sworn allegiance to King Tayba. These characters carry out their majesty’s tasks of waging war for expansion while also protecting the royal administrators of Kaerok Castle.

The best characters from the Banner-Lords faction include Titus Blackplume, Taras the Fierce, and Marichka the Unbreakable, all of which are equipped with a mix of control, support, and survivability. Titus brings shields, provokes, and damage scaling, Taras offers strong AoE and crowd control, while Marichka is an elite support with healing and revival upon dying.

Tier	Charac
A	Androc the Glorious, Archmage Hellmut, Marichka the Unbreakable, Quintus the Triumphant, Raglin, Rathalos Blademaster, Septimus, Sethallia, Sigmund the Highshield, Stag Knight, Taras the Fierce, Titus Blackplume, Ursala the Mourner
B	Archer, Baron, Black Knight, Chancellor Yasmin, Cillian the Lucky, Commander, Fireblade, Giscard the Sigiled, Helior, Helior, Kaja the Wry, Minaya, Oathbound, Richtoff the Bold, Staltus Dragonbane
C	Arndulf, Azure, Chevalier, Chronicler Adelyn, Conqueror, Dagger, Duelist, Eolfrig, Halberdier, Hordin, Lady Annabelle, Lady Quilen, Lord Champfort, Lordly Legionary, Pikeman, Ronda, Rowan, Seneschal, Sir Artimage, Swordsman, Timit the Fool, Warcaster, Word Bearer
D	Alaric the Hooded, Axeman, Bandit, Bombardier, Cataphract, Courtier, Crossbowman, Denid the Tusk Knight, Frontline Warrior, Gerhard the Stone, Grandmaster, Knight-Errant, Masked Fearmonger, Misericord, Myrmidon, Preserver, Quaestor, Questor, Riscarm, Signy of Highshield, Spymaster, Squire, Stalwart, Steadfast Marshal, Valerie, Vanguard

Dark Elves

Having fallen from the grace of their homeland in Aravia, Dark Elves inhabit the forests on the outskirts of Teleria. Although they ensure safe passage for travelers who pay at the tolls set up by the Elves, those who fail to make the payment often end up suffering.

Coldheart, Madame Serris, and Mithrala Lifebane define the top tier of Dark Elves. Coldheart brings brutal AoE and poison damage, Serris strips defenses and controls fights, and Mithrala combines burst power with versatile debuffs. Together, they’re the most lethal and reliable picks in the meta.

Tier	Characters
A	Coldheart, Lydia the Deathsiren, Madame Serris, Mithrala Lifebane, Psylar, Supreme Kael, Visix the Unbowed, Zavia
B	Blind Seer, Dark Kael, Ghostborn, Kael, Lanakis the Chosen, Luria, Noct the Paralyzer, Pain Keeper, Paragon, Queen Eva, Rae, Rian the Conjurer, Sniper
C	Aphidus the Hivelord, Captain Temila, Crimson Helm, Delver, Fatalis Blademaster, Fang Cleric, Foli, Hexweaver, Kaiden, Lua, Maranix, Spirithost, Spider, Swarmspeaker Zyclic, Theresc, Tramaria, Truath, Ultan of the Shell, Visionary, Vizier Ovelis, Warden
D	Astralith, Cromax Moonblood, Dirandil, Eviscerator, Gwynneth, Harvester, Heartpiercer, Judge, Krakarth, Lurker, Magekiller, Mystic Hand, Ordinator, Ranger, Redeemer, Retainer, Ruel the Huntmaster, Steel Bowyer, Wanderer

Demonspawn

Ancient beings that are born out of darkness reside in the realm of fire and darkness which lies across the dark portal. These beings have been banished from the fair land of Teleria, forcing them to conspire with Necromancers to breed unholy unions of Demon and Mortal, resulting in Demonspawn.

Duchess Lilitu brings revive, veil, and damage reduction, making teams incredibly hard to kill. Prince Kymar resets cooldown skills and remove buffs for fast, repeat nukes. Wythir the Crowned offers strong AoE healing and sustain, anchoring teams in tough fights—together, they’re top-tier support picks.

Tier	Characters
A	Duchess Lilitu, Peydma, Prince Kymar, Wythir the Crowned
B	Alure, Authoratrix Lamasu, Candraphon, Chalco the Blind, Cheshire Cat, Countess Lix, Gorlos, Gracchos Turn Drake, Hephraak, Helicath, Hellmaw, Karnage the Anarch, Komidus Darksmile, Kurosa the Covetous, Nazana, Praeva the Slitherer, Sicia Flametongue, Skimfos the Consumed, Tyrant Ixlimor, Vulkanos Fumor
C	Abyssal, Achak the Wendarin, Akoth the Seared, Cruetraxa, Diabolist, Drexthar Bloodtwin, Duhr the Hungerer, Erinyes, Excruciator, Fellhound, Hellgazer, Infernal Baroness, Inithwe Bloodtwin, Lord Shazar, Magnarr, Marquess, Marquis, Mortu-Macaab, Skorid the Halfspawn, Tainix Hateflower, Umbral Enchantress, Vasal of the Seal
D	Gorlos Hellmaw, Hellborn Spite, Hellborn Sprite, Hellfang, Hellfreak, Hound Spawn, Ifrit, Incubus, Lemure, Malbranche, Petrifya Rockroot, Pit Cur, Pitspawn, Scion, Souldrinker, Tarshon, Tormentor, Urticata, Vildrax, Vilespawn

High Elves

Originating from the shimmering city of Aravia, High Elves have evolved their physical, intellectual, and spiritual beings to the highest levels. These characters are known for offering exile as well as new homes in the eastern realms.

Arbiter apply turn meter boost and revive teams, Royal Huntsman delivers high burst damage with ignore DEF and debuff, and Lyssandra keeps squads alive with depleting enemy’s turn meter and Increase ally SPD significantly, making these three belong in the highest tier.

Tier	Characters
A	Apothecary, Arbiter, Lyssandra, Royal Huntsman, Starsage Galathir, Tayrel, Wallmaster Othorion
B	Battlesage, Belanor, Deliana, Elhain, Elfguard, Fyna Blade of Aravia, High Keeper Prysma, Ithos, Neldor Rimeblade, Royal Guardi, Vergis
C	Aleksandr the Sharpshooter, Ambassador Lethelin, Andryssia, Basileus Roanas, Elenaril, Endalia, Exemplar, Heiress, Ilysinya, Jinglehunter, Lightward Siendra, Lonatharil, Luthiea, Lysanthir Beastbane, Marksman, Pyxniel, Reliquary Tender, Selinia Nightcloak, Shiriman, Skeuramis, Strategos Islin, Supreme Elhain, Tatura Rimehide, The Incarnate, Thenasil, Yannica
D	Adjudicator, Aristocrat, Avenger, Ethlen the Golden, Fencer, Hyria, Interceptor, Jaeger, Magister, Medicus, Prosecutor

Knights Revenant

The Knights Revenant is a death cult consisting of disciples of K’Leth. These characters consider themselves to be tasked with the objective of capturing slaves for sacrificial rituals.

Alatreon Blademaster is a fast, high-damage nuker with strong debuffs. Kalvalax delivers brutal burst damage and self-sustain for PvE bosses, while Teodor boosts teams with powerful heals, buffs, and crowd control, making all three top-tier meta picks.

Tier	Characters
A	Alatreon Blademaster, Embrys the Anomaly, Kalvalax, Miscreated Monster, Night Queen Krixia, Queen of Hearts, Rector Drath, Sinesha, Teodor the Savant
B	Arix, Crypt Sitch, Dawncaller Sabitha, Doompriest, Georgid the Breaker, Giath the Truthshield, Golden Reaper, Karilon the Ringer, Losan KLeth, Mad Hatter, Pestilus, Sepulcher Sentinel, Shemnath, Skullcrown, Soulless, Tomb Lord, Whisper, Wight King Narses
C	Aeshma, Bystophus, Coffin Smasher, Crimson Slayer, Crypt Witch, Executioner, Faceless, Fortus, Gaius the Gleeful, Gladiator, Guardian, Hegemon, Herald, Magus, Malkith Bloodflock, Mother Cybele, Narma the Returned, Necrohunter, Phranox, Pharsalas Gravedirt, Pitiless One, Renegade, Skeletor, Thea the Tomb Angel, Theurgist, Thylessia, Versulf the Grim, Walking Tomb Dreng, Wight Queen Ankora, Wurlim Frostking
D	Acolyte, Admonitor, Arcanist, Ashwalker, Bergoth the Malformed, Centurion, Cultist, Daywalker, Deathless, Kytis, Lady Eresh, Longsword Torrux, Thrall

Lizardmen

Evolved from the brackish waters of Teleria, Lizardmen are fearsome and foul creatures whose only contact with the outside world is via messengers from whom they obtain ransom for their captives or resources to sustain themselves.

In terms of Lizardmen, Dracomorph melts bosses with AoE Decrease DEF, Weaken, and poisons, while Krisk is a defensive powerhouse, bringing ally protection, heals, and crowd control. Additionally, Pythion offers top-tier support with cleanses, heals, and a clutch team revive, making him a great all-rounder.

Tier	Characters
A	Chaagur, Deacomorph, Dracomorph, Krisk the Ageless, Nekmo Thaar, Pythion, Saurus, Skinner
B	Aox the Rememberer, Ba Satha, Fu-Shan, Hierophant Lazarius, KrokMar the Devourer, Legate Teox, Pheidi Tealcrest, Quargan the Crowned, Ramantu Drakesblood, Rhazin Scarhide, Roxam, Sulfuryion, Venomage
C	Bogwalker, Broadmaw, Cagebound, Delaaja, Gator, Haruspex, Jarang, Jareg, Jizoh, Kerin the Harvester, Metalshaper, Skathix, Skull Lord Var-Gall, Slixus Stripehide, Vergumkaar
D	Basilisk, Broodlord, Drake, Flinger, Hardscale, Hurier, Hurler, Muckstalker, Skink, Skullsworn, Slasher, Slitherbrute, Stalker, Teryx the Restless, Troglodyte, Zii Ixchi

Ogryn-Tribes

Characters belonging to the Ogryn-Tribes are subhuman giants who are known for their brawn. Specializing in tasks that require brute force, these characters collaborate with the Skinwalkers to control Felwin’s Gate, the doorway to the Kingdom of Aravia.

Some of the best characters in this faction include Big Un, Graazuer Irongut, as well as Uugo. Big Un is a durable tank and debuffer who disrupts enemies with Decrease SPD and apply stun. Graazur Irongut deals brutal burst damage with strong self-sustain, excelling in PvE boss fights. Uugo supports teams with powerful heals and buffs, boosting survivability and damage across PvE and Arena.

Tier	Characters
A	Big Un, Gizmak the Terrible, Graazur Irongut, Uugo, Vizug the Noxious
B	Belletar Mage Slayer, Bellower, Blizaar the Howler, Brewguard Jeroboam, Brute, Diamant Coppercoin, First Ax Tuskkor, Ghrush the Mangler, Gurgoh the Augur, Klodd Beastfeeder, Korugar Death-Bell, Maneater, Shamrock, Skullcrusher, Skraank, Stokk the Broken, Togron the Conjoined, Ugir the Wyrmeater, Urogrim
C	Cagebreaker, Ceez, Craklin the Blackened, Drokgul the Gaunt, Frostskin, Furystoker, Galkut, Geargrinder, Grimskin, Guurda Bogbrew, Gurptuk Moss-Beard, Ignatius, Jaoler, Modo of the Peal, Mycolus, Ogryn, Old Ghrukkus, Prundar, Shatterbones, Siegehulk, Towering Titan, War Mother, Wuzgar
D	Flesheater, Fortress Goon, Hungerer, Lorn the Cutter, Lumberer, Magmablood, Ogryn Jailer, Occult Brawler, Oldbeard, Pounder, Rockbeast, Rocktooth, Ruffstone, Siegebreaker, Stoneskin, Thrasher, Wagonbane

Orcs

Found mostly in the pockets located between Durham Forest and the Deadlands, Orcs were initially bred as warrior slaves. Additionally, Orcs have also sworn their allegiance to the Queen of Aravia in fear of the persecution caused by men.

Top-tier picks across Orcs, these three champions each bring something unique: Dhukk the Pierced excels at control with AoE Decrease ATK and DEF, Seer clears waves effortlessly with devastating Karma Burn, and Warlord dominates Arena through skill cooldown and turn meter manipulation.

Tier	Characters
A	Ashnar Dragonsoul, Dhukk the Pierced, Irom Brago, Seer, Warlord
B	Angar, Aragaz Wyldking, Artak, Belz the Reckoner, Gharol Bloodmaula, Gomlok Skyhide, Iron Brago, Jagg Bonesaw, Kawn Branchbreaker, Kreela Witch-Arm, Matriarch Zarguna, Old Hermit Jorrg, Sandlashed Survivor, Suntribe, Tagoar, Tuhak the Wanderer, Varl the Destroyer, Vrask, Zargala
C	Bloodfeather, Bonekeeper, Danag Skullreap, Galek, Grohak the Bloodied, Ironclad, King Garog, Packmaster Shyek, Rakka Viletide, Robar, Shaman, Supreme Galek, Teela Goremane, Trumborr, Ultimate Galek, Veteran, Warchanter, Yelagirna
D	Chopper, Deathchanter, Goremask, Huntress, Liburga, Merouka, Nogdar the Headhunter, Pigsticker, Raider, Ripperfist, Spikehead, Terrorbeast, Throatcutter, Tolf the Maimed, Totem, Torturehelm, Tracker, Treefeller, Twinclaw Disciple, Warboy, Wyvernbane

Sacred Order

The knights of the Sacred Order were once charged with cleansing Teleria of all evil. However, since the breakout of the war, these characters have also sworn allegiance to the Queen of Aravia and now enforce her Majesty’s will.

There are plenty of reasons why Cardiel, Martyr, and Venus are considered top-tier Sacred Order characters: one revives and boosts, another punishes with counters, and the last sets up nukes, making them great picks for various modes.

Tier	Characters
A	Armiger, Cardiel, Deacon Armstrong, Highmother Maud, Inquisitor Shamael, Lady Noelle, Martyr, Outlaw Monk, Polara Fireheart, Siegfrund the Nephilim, Sir Nicholas, Venus
B	Abbess, Athel, Anchorite, Archbishop Pinthroy, Alice the Wanderer, Corvis the Corruptor, Cupidus, Falmond Mournsword, Gliseah Soulguide, Godseeker Aniri, He-Man, Iudex Artor, Lightsworn, Pilgrim, Sanguinia, Sister Militant, Supreme Athel, Vault Keeper Wixwell, Vigilante, Vitrius the Anointed, Yeoman
C	Aothar, Astralon, Bivald of the Thorn, Canoness, Carlinia, Cardinal, Crusader, Draconis, Errol, Fenax, Frostbinger, Gretel Hagbane, Hansel Witchhunter, Holsring, Hope, Juliana, Konstantin The Dayborn, Lodric Falconheart, Mathias Blackflail, Mistress of Hymns, Mordecai, Mother Superior, Penitent, Purgator, Relickeeper, Romero, Roshcard the Tower, Sanctioned Purifier, Sergeant, Templar, Warpriest
D	Adriel, Battle Sister, Bushi, Castigator, Chaplain, Confessor, Drillmaster, Frostbringer, Harrier, Headsman, Hospitaller, Intercessor, Judicator, Justiciar, Knecht, Lady Etessa, Lamellar, Maiden, Militia, Missionary, Novitiate, Preacher, Renouncer, Sanctum Protector, Solaris, Tallia, Witness

Undead Hordes

Serving as minions to the Dark One, Undead Hordes thrive on corruption. Inhabiting the forgotten tombs and dark corners of the world, most of these undead characters are fallen Telerians who have lurked in the darkness for centuries.

When it comes to Undead Hordes, Bad‑el‑Kazar, Ma’Shalled, and Nekhret the Great define top-tier versatility: Kazar keeps teams alive and boosts poison setups, Ma’Shalled wrecks enemies with damage and control, and Nekhret dominates Arena with defense-locking utility.

Tier	Characters
A	Bad-el-Kazar, Death Hound, Dhampir, MaShalled, Nethril, Nekhret the Great, Seeker, Siphi the Lost Bride, Siptu the Lost Bride, The Calamitus, Ultimate Deathknight, Urost the Soulcage
B	Bloodgorged, Gorgorab, Harvest Jack, Hellhound, Little Miss Annie, Lord Entertainer Fabian, Morrigaine, Ostrox Boneglaive, Rotos the Lost Groom, Saito, Skartorsis, Suzerain Katonn, Theodosia the Disgraced, Tribune Herakletes, Valkanen, Vlad the Nightborn, Vogoth, Wogoth
C	Anax, Balthus Drauglord, Banshee, Bone Knight, Catacomb, Councilor, Corpse Collector, Crypt-King Graal, Dark Athel, Dark Elhain, Doomscreech, Drowned Bloatwraith, Elegaius, Gravenchill Killer, Husk, Khafru the Deathkeeper, Knave of Hearts, Lich, Mausoleum Mage, Seducer, Skellag, Vulpine, Zelotah
D	Amarantine Skeleton, Arbalester, Catacomb Councilor, Corpulent Cadaver, Dead Crusader, Deathknight, Defiled Sinner, Ghoulish Ranger, Gravechill Killer, Grinner, Frozen Banshee, Hexia, Hollow, Karam, Rotting Mage, Sorceress, Stitched Beast, Temptress, Wretch

Sylvan Watchers

Sylvan Watchers is the newest faction added to the game. Deeply connected to the mystical “Rhythm,” a force flowing from the Heart Tree, these characters have been granted empathy and harmony with nature. Their primary role is to protect the forests and maintain the balance of this ancient magic.

Arbais, Caldor, and Firrol are top-tier picks from this faction: Arbais locks down enemies with buff removal and Petrification, Caldor smashes waves with heavy AoE that ignores DEF and RES, while Firrol boosts team RES while applying key debuffs; hence, these sit in the highest tier.

Tier	Characters
A	Arbais the Stonethorn, Bladechorister Caldor, Firrol the Barkhorn, Glaicad of the Meltwater
B	Ailil, Balar the Lost, Caoilte the Asharrow, Claidna, Criodan the Blue, Elva Autumnborn, Emic Trunkheart, Eostrid Dreamsong, Grand Oak Padraig, King Gallcobar, Leminisi the Gold Wing, Nais the Shadowthief, Nell Blackteeth, Niamhe Spear of Nyresa, Oella, Ruella, Searsha the Charred, White Dryad Nia, Yncensa Grail-bearer
C	Aeila Lifebraid, Aratheia Corpseflower, Boughsmith Flannan, Branch-Arm Lasair, Duedan the Runic, Dyana Gloompiercer, Greenwarden Ruarc, Kellan the Shrike, Lady of Ireth, Mistrider Daithi, Myciliac Priest Orn, Pann the Bowhorn, Shadowbow Tirlac, Treeshield Knott, Wyrennon the Silken, Wysteri Vineguard
D	Arwydd Quivergrass, Branchweaver, Cormac the Highpeak, Enda Moonbeam, Glensage Cithrel, Glenspear, Ingid Twyst-staff, Locwain, Loneblade Riab, Margrave Greenhawk, Pathfinder Cait, Tribuck Colwyn

Characters that feature in the A and B tiers are the ones that you should be looking to use in your combat party. However, it is important to ensure that you have selected the proper composition of heroes that you are going to need for the specific quest you’re about to start.

So, there you have it – that’s our RAID Shadow Legends tier list for August 2025. Make sure to check back in the future for any changes.

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