Alexei
APhysical Breaker with straightforward kit for mid-game Papal lineups.
Last updated: 2026-08-02
Player notes
Alexei is a Legendary Breaker tagged with Papal States. In practical terms they cover anti-tank physical pressure and frontline shred. Physical Breaker with straightforward kit for mid-game Papal lineups.
Use as temporary physical until limited Breakers arrive; keep skill tree simple.
In the role triangle, lean on free damage into Defenders and respect Seekers. Stars and gear still matter more than matchup alone on hard maps.
Star plan on this page (“Low–medium”) is a budgeting hint: finish the first power spike that stabilizes clears, then reassess against your enabler and main carry before dumping every shard here.
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By Jason, Founder & Lead Editor · Updated 2026-08-02 · contact@socwiki.app
Is Alexei worth building?
Alexei is a situational A Breaker. Keep them as a flex or faction piece unless a stage specifically needs their kit—do not overspend limited shards early.
Role and matchups
Alexei fills anti-tank physical pressure and frontline shred. Breakers punish tanks—open on Defenders, respect Seekers who hunt you back. Attack into Defenders for free damage. Avoid feeding Seekers free swings. Full role chart →
Quick Build
| Slot | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Basic Attack | Axe Swing |
| Reaction | Iron Guard |
| Skills | Heavy Cleave · Papal March · Focus Blow |
| Weapon | Heavy Cleaver |
| Trinket | Focus Lens |
| Tarot | Strength |
Pros
- Accessible ST physical
- Papal filler
- Low micro
- Early investment ok
How to use
Use as temporary physical until limited Breakers arrive; keep skill tree simple.
Star priority: Low–medium
Gear deep dive
- Weapon — Heavy Cleaver: AoE physical weapon for Breaker clearers. Prefer it when wave clear and multi-target Breaker strings.
- Trinket — Focus Lens: Crit lens for physical carries mid-game. Best when universal crit budget piece — highest build count in the DB.
- Tarot — Strength: Raw power tarot for bruisers and breakers. Take it for raw power bruisers when execute tarots are missing.
Open each gear page for alternatives and Best on lists.
Team plan
Open Alexei into Defender-heavy packs. Bring a Watcher for uptime and a Seeker or Destroyer flex if the map punishes pure physical lines.
- Open with Heavy Cleave when the board allows a clean cast.
- Keep reaction (Iron Guard) online—do not strip it for vanity actives mid-fight.
- Basic attack (Axe Swing) is for reposition turns or when NRG is dry.
- Count kill thresholds before committing—wasted openers cost the Act Again or NRG window.
Skill table
Priority stars are SoC Wiki recommendations for general PvE. NRG/CD values are approximate guide bands—confirm in-game for patches.
| Skill | Type | NRG | CD | Priority | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axe Swing | Basic | 0 | — | ★★★★★ | Default basic attack in Quick Build Primary basic attack recommended for Alexei. |
| Heavy Cleave | Active | 2–3 | 0–2 | ★★★★★ | Main damage Main damage. Recommended priority ★5/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
| Focus Blow | Active | 2–3 | 0–2 | ★★★★★ | ST ST. Recommended priority ★4/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
| Iron Guard | Reaction | — | — | ★★★★★ | Reaction Reaction. Recommended priority ★3/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
Synergies
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FAQ
- What is the best build for Alexei in Sword of Convallaria?
- Run basic Axe Swing, reaction Iron Guard, and skills Heavy Cleave, Papal March, Focus Blow. Gear: Heavy Cleaver, Focus Lens, and Strength. Adjust only when a stage bans a slot or you lack the piece—see alternatives on each gear page.
- Is Alexei worth building?
- Alexei is a situational A Breaker. Keep them as a flex or faction piece unless a stage specifically needs their kit—do not overspend limited shards early.
- What role is Alexei and who do they counter?
- Alexei fills anti-tank physical pressure and frontline shred. Breakers punish tanks—open on Defenders, respect Seekers who hunt you back. Attack into Defenders for free damage. Avoid feeding Seekers free swings.
- How should I star Alexei?
- Follow star priority: Low–medium. Stop at the first power spike that stabilizes your clear, then return after your enabler and main carry hit their breakpoints.
- What teams pair well with Alexei?
- Open Alexei into Defender-heavy packs. Bring a Watcher for uptime and a Seeker or Destroyer flex if the map punishes pure physical lines.
- How do I test Alexei in a Sword of Convallaria team?
- Open the SoC Wiki Team Builder at socwiki.app/tools/team-builder and load Alexei with synergy units to check Watcher/Defender/DPS coverage before you spend shards.