In Arise Crossover, having the right Shadows makes all the difference between easy progress and endless grinding. Some Shadows offer devastating attacks or crucial utility, while others quickly become obsolete. This guide ranks the best Shadows in the game—so you can aim for the top performers early on and save yourself time and resources.
Arise Crossover Shadows Tier List
S Tier – “Absolute Must-Haves”
Vermillion
- Why S Tier?
- High Damage: Among the strongest in the game, Vermillion’s raw DPS can wipe out tough enemies quickly.
- Low Summoning Chance: Expect to grind or repeat attempts multiple times before Vermillion finally appears.
- When to Use: Perfect for late-game challenges, especially in Solo City where high damage is key.
Longin
- Why S Tier?
- Essential Fiery Spear Attack: This special move practically doubles your combat effectiveness.
- Stacking Strategy: Aiming for four Longin is highly recommended for maximum power.
- When to Use: Great in all phases of the game—once you have it, your team’s damage skyrockets.
A Tier – “Excellent Second Choices”
Largalgan
- Why A Tier?
- Strong All-Around: Solid damage and decent drop rate once you know where to look.
- Where to Farm: Often found around the overpass near Soul City.
- Stacking Tip: A 4-stack of Largalgan can be hugely beneficial, or try 2 Anders + 2 Largalgan for synergy.
Gonshee
- Why A Tier?
- Early-Game Workhorse: Useful for clearing beginner Shadows like Soondoo.
- Limits: Once it nears ~30-50 damage, it’s best replaced by stronger Shadows (like Longin or Anders).
Anders
- Why A Tier?
- Decent Filler Shadow: Readily farmed beneath the Largalgan overpass, offering reliable damage.
- Temporary Power: Effective until you transition to endgame Shadows such as Vermillion.
- Stacking Strategy: Two Anders can pair nicely with Largalgan for a balanced team.
B Tier – “Use Temporarily, Then Upgrade”
Daek
- Why B Tier?
- Slight Upgrade Over Soondoo: Focuses on melee combos every few seconds.
- Outclassed Quickly: Becomes irrelevant once you unlock Shadows like Longin or Largalgan.
Soondoo
- Why B Tier?
- Starter Shadow: You’ll encounter Soondoo first, but it has the lowest damage in the game.
- Short-Term Utility: Only really useful for combining to obtain a better Shadow (e.g., your first Gonshee or Longin).
- Replace ASAP: After early objectives, there’s no reason to keep Soondoo around.
How to Change Shadows in Arise Crossover
- Defeat an Enemy Mob: You’ll have three attempts to recruit it as a Shadow.
- Arise Chance: If successful, an exclamation mark will appear on your Shadows icon.
- Equip Your New Shadow: Select the newly recruited Shadow and press EQUIP—the weakest currently equipped Shadow is automatically unequipped.
- On-the-Fly Changes: You can swap Shadows mid-battle, making it easy to drop Soondoo for a powerful Longin as soon as you secure one.
To streamline your journey toward Solo Levelling Island, focus on landing Longin and Vermillion first—these S Tier Shadows deliver overwhelming power. Largalgan, Gonshee, and Anders form an excellent supporting cast until you’re ready for top-tier squads. Meanwhile, Shadows like Daek and Soondoo might help at the very start, but don’t be afraid to replace them as soon as stronger options arise. Good luck assembling your ultimate Shadow team!
