Raid: Shadow Legends Tier List: Top Champions for 2026
If you are looking to climb the ranks in Raid: Shadow Legends, staying on top of the meta is essential. As of June 18, 2026, we have updated our character rankings to include the latest additions from the past year, focusing on the high-level compositions required for Platinum tier Arena play and challenging PVE content.
- Game: RAID: Shadow Legends
- Platforms: PC, iOS, Android
- Release Date: March 1, 2019
- Meta Focus: Mythical, Legendary, and Epic units
PVP Meta and Team Synergy
In the current Classic Arena meta, Mythical champions continue to dominate, but Legendary powerhouses like Marichka and Taras remain essential. These two Banner Lords provide immense value through their synergy; Taras defends Marichka, while her abilities can call him in for extra damage.
While Team Power numbers are often misleading, the best PVP compositions prioritize strategic synergy. According to data from the March 2025 Classic Arena season, top-performing teams often rely on combinations such as Marichka paired with Nais, Galathir, or Siegfrund.
Top-Tier PVP Picks (S+): Marichka, Galathir, Siegfrund, Krixia, Harima, Nais, Arbais, Frolni, Siphi, Taras, Warlord, Alaz, Embrys, Queen of Hearts, Cruetraxa, and Fabian.
Maximizing PVE Performance
PVE content rewards different strengths compared to the Arena. While some PVP specialists struggle in boss encounters, characters like Teodor, Acrizia, and Gnut excel in PVE scenarios. Notably, Marichka maintains her S+ status across both PVP and PVE modes, making her an incredibly versatile investment.
Key PVE Champions
- S+ Tier: Acrizia, Cardiel, Mithrala, Marichka, Pythion, Gnut, Riho.
- S Tier: Teodor, Krisk, Duchess Lilitu, Lydia, Siphi, Underpriest Brogni, Taras, Graazur, Androc, Marius, Othorion, Queen of Hearts, Theodosia the Disgraced, Ma'Shalled, Valkyrie, Turvold, Venus, Ukko, Geomancer, Godseeker Aniri, Tuhanarak.
Strategic Advice for Players
Don't be discouraged if your luck with Legendary pulls is poor. High-tier Epic units like Seer, Maneater, and Deacon Armstrong are easier to obtain and train, often outperforming Legendary units with similar skill sets when properly optimized. Avoid wasting upgrade materials on low-tier characters; focus your resources on the units listed in the A-tier or above to ensure your team is ready for endgame challenges.
Make sure to check the latest Raid codes to grab freebies that can help with your progression.