Guzman
APapal Breaker with multi-target physical tools.
Last updated: 2026-08-02
Player notes
Guzman is a Legendary Breaker tagged with Papal States. In practical terms they cover anti-tank physical pressure and frontline shred. Papal Breaker with multi-target physical tools.
Use for weaponry trials style packs with support.
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 (“Medium early”) 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 Guzman worth building?
Guzman 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
Guzman 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 | Chain Axe |
| Reaction | Chain Guard |
| Skills | Wide Chain · Papal Sweep · Focus Hook |
| Weapon | Heavy Cleaver |
| Trinket | Focus Lens |
| Tarot | The Tower |
Pros
- Physical AoE
- Papal options
- Mid clear
How to use
Use for weaponry trials style packs with support.
Star priority: Medium early
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 — The Tower: AoE pressure tarot for board wipes. Take it for wave clear and multi-target spike turns.
Open each gear page for alternatives and Best on lists.
Team plan
Open Guzman into Defender-heavy packs. Bring a Watcher for uptime and a Seeker or Destroyer flex if the map punishes pure physical lines.
- Open with Wide Chain when the board allows a clean cast.
- Keep reaction (Chain Guard) online—do not strip it for vanity actives mid-fight.
- Basic attack (Chain Axe) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chain Axe | Basic | 0 | — | ★★★★★ | Default basic attack in Quick Build Primary basic attack recommended for Guzman. |
| Wide Chain | Active | 2–3 | 0–2 | ★★★★★ | AoE AoE. Recommended priority ★5/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
| Papal Sweep | Active | 2–3 | 0–2 | ★★★★★ | Clear Clear. Recommended priority ★4/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
| Chain Guard | Reaction | — | — | ★★★★★ | Reaction Reaction. Recommended priority ★3/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
Synergies
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FAQ
- What is the best build for Guzman in Sword of Convallaria?
- Run basic Chain Axe, reaction Chain Guard, and skills Wide Chain, Papal Sweep, Focus Hook. Gear: Heavy Cleaver, Focus Lens, and The Tower. Adjust only when a stage bans a slot or you lack the piece—see alternatives on each gear page.
- Is Guzman worth building?
- Guzman 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 Guzman and who do they counter?
- Guzman 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 Guzman?
- Follow star priority: Medium early. 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 Guzman?
- Open Guzman 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 Guzman in a Sword of Convallaria team?
- Open the SoC Wiki Team Builder at socwiki.app/tools/team-builder and load Guzman with synergy units to check Watcher/Defender/DPS coverage before you spend shards.