Caris
BMobile but investment-heavy Seeker; often ranked lower due to resource cost.
Last updated: 2026-08-02
Player notes
Caris is a Legendary Seeker tagged with Alacrity. In practical terms they cover flank assassination and Act Again kill loops. Mobile but investment-heavy Seeker; often ranked lower due to resource cost.
Only invest if you love the unit—meta alternatives are cheaper.
In the role triangle, lean on free damage into Breakers and respect Defenders. Stars and gear still matter more than matchup alone on hard maps.
Star plan on this page (“Avoid unless favorite”) 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.
Edited for SoC Wiki · contact contact@socwiki.app with corrections.
By Jason, Founder & Lead Editor · Updated 2026-08-02 · contact@socwiki.app
Is Caris worth building?
Caris is a situational B Seeker. Keep them as a flex or faction piece unless a stage specifically needs their kit—do not overspend limited shards early.
Role and matchups
Caris fills flank assassination and Act Again kill loops. Seekers delete Breakers from flanks; avoid head-on trades into Defenders. Attack into Breakers for free damage. Avoid feeding Defenders free swings. Full role chart →
Quick Build
| Slot | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Basic Attack | Dart Cut |
| Reaction | Fade Step |
| Skills | Costly Burst · Alacrity Tip · Reposition |
| Weapon | Ceremonial Knife |
| Trinket | Focus Lens |
| Tarot | Temperance |
Pros
- Mobility
- Niche maps
- Alacrity tag
How to use
Only invest if you love the unit—meta alternatives are cheaper.
Star priority: Avoid unless favorite
Gear deep dive
- Weapon — Ceremonial Knife: Budget assassin weapon when Void Stab is unavailable. Prefer it when budget assassin weapon until Void Stab or Shadow Edge.
- Trinket — Focus Lens: Crit lens for physical carries mid-game. Best when universal crit budget piece — highest build count in the DB.
- Tarot — Temperance: Balanced mid-game tarot for flexible builds. Take it for flexible mid-game tarot when bis is missing — very high build count.
Open each gear page for alternatives and Best on lists.
Team plan
Caris wants an Act Again enabler and a Defender who holds aggro while they flank. Prioritize backline kills so kill-passives and multi-action loops fire.
- Open with Costly Burst when the board allows a clean cast.
- Keep reaction (Fade Step) online—do not strip it for vanity actives mid-fight.
- Basic attack (Dart Cut) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dart Cut | Basic | 0 | — | ★★★★★ | Default basic attack in Quick Build Primary basic attack recommended for Caris. |
| Costly Burst | Active | 2–3 | 0–2 | ★★★★★ | Damage Damage. Recommended priority ★4/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
| Fade Step | Reaction | — | — | ★★★★★ | Safety Safety. Recommended priority ★3/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
Synergies
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FAQ
- What is the best build for Caris in Sword of Convallaria?
- Run basic Dart Cut, reaction Fade Step, and skills Costly Burst, Alacrity Tip, Reposition. Gear: Ceremonial Knife, Focus Lens, and Temperance. Adjust only when a stage bans a slot or you lack the piece—see alternatives on each gear page.
- Is Caris worth building?
- Caris is a situational B Seeker. Keep them as a flex or faction piece unless a stage specifically needs their kit—do not overspend limited shards early.
- What role is Caris and who do they counter?
- Caris fills flank assassination and Act Again kill loops. Seekers delete Breakers from flanks; avoid head-on trades into Defenders. Attack into Breakers for free damage. Avoid feeding Defenders free swings.
- How should I star Caris?
- Follow star priority: Avoid unless favorite. 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 Caris?
- Caris wants an Act Again enabler and a Defender who holds aggro while they flank. Prioritize backline kills so kill-passives and multi-action loops fire.
- How do I test Caris in a Sword of Convallaria team?
- Open the SoC Wiki Team Builder at socwiki.app/tools/team-builder and load Caris with synergy units to check Watcher/Defender/DPS coverage before you spend shards.