Shadow (Atomic) Unit Guide - Anime Crusaders

Rarity and Acquisition

Shadow is a Secret rarity unit obtainable through the standard summon banner. It’s easier to acquire compared to Shadow (Atomic), which makes it a suitable choice for new players starting out in story mode. The balanced cost and damage ratio help beginners build a strong foundation before moving into advanced challenges.

Abilities and Skills

Shadow uses fast, energy-charged attacks that balance quick strikes and limited area coverage. His skills include:

• Dark Jab: A rapid attack that delivers steady single-target damage.
• Shadow Wave: Sends out a small energy wave that damages multiple enemies in a straight path.
• Hidden Power: A passive effect that slightly boosts damage the longer Shadow remains active on the field.

This ability set gives Shadow dependable single-target offense with light area-of-effect potential, perfect for straightforward team strategies.

Strengths

• Easy to obtain and evolve into stronger forms.
• Provides consistent and reliable damage across story missions.
• Beginner-friendly with clear, simple mechanics.
• Serves as a direct path to the powerful Atomic evolution.

Weaknesses

• Limited growth potential compared to advanced units.
• Small area attacks and no crowd control skills.
• Becomes less effective in late-game raids and Infinite Mode.
• Outclassed by Mythic and high-tier Secret units.

Best Uses

• Story Mode: Excellent for early missions and compact maps.
• Early Infinite Mode: Can manage lower waves before stronger foes appear.
• Beginner Raids: Adds extra damage but lacks the power for elite-level raids.

Tier Placement

• Early Game: A-Tier
• Late Game: C-Tier
• Reason: Shadow performs well for beginners but falls behind as gameplay advances and tougher units dominate the field.

Evolution

Shadow evolves into Shadow (Atomic) by using specific materials. The evolution significantly improves his damage output, range, and skill effects.

Materials Required to Evolve:

• Air Stone x13
• Earth Stone x5
• Water Stone x5
• Fear Stone x3
• Divine Stone x1
• Sword of the Shadows x1

Passive

• Abyss Grasp
  Each attack has a 22.5% chance to activate Unlimited Power.
  

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• Unstoppable
  Shadow gains +10% crit chance against stunned enemies.
  

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