Layla
AAlacrity Seeker with knife kit for flank routes.
Last updated: 2026-08-02
Player notes
Layla is a Legendary Seeker tagged with Alacrity. In practical terms they cover flank assassination and Act Again kill loops. Alacrity Seeker with knife kit for flank routes.
Open side angles for kill secure with Act Again supports.
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 (“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.
Edited for SoC Wiki · contact contact@socwiki.app with corrections.
By Jason, Founder & Lead Editor · Updated 2026-08-02 · contact@socwiki.app
Is Layla worth building?
Layla is a situational A 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
Layla 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 | Knife Tip |
| Reaction | Slip |
| Skills | Backstab Path · Alacrity Cut · Mark |
| Weapon | Void Stab |
| Trinket | Maverick's Cloak |
| Tarot | Verdict of Justice |
Pros
- Flank tools
- Alacrity tag
- ST pressure
How to use
Open side angles for kill secure with Act Again supports.
Star priority: Medium
Gear deep dive
- Weapon — Void Stab: Assassin-leaning dagger that rewards multi-kill and Act Again loops. Prefer it when multi-kill Seekers and Act Again loops (e.g. Col-style kits).
- Trinket — Maverick's Cloak: Assassin trinket for dodge/crit roamers. Best when carries who fight away from the main blob.
- Tarot — Verdict of Justice: Aggressive tarot for assassins and finishers. Take it for finishers and crit-stacking carries.
Open each gear page for alternatives and Best on lists.
Team plan
Layla 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 Backstab Path when the board allows a clean cast.
- Keep reaction (Slip) online—do not strip it for vanity actives mid-fight.
- Basic attack (Knife Tip) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knife Tip | Basic | 0 | — | ★★★★★ | Default basic attack in Quick Build Primary basic attack recommended for Layla. |
| Backstab Path | Reaction | — | — | ★★★★★ | ST ST. Recommended priority ★5/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
| Alacrity Cut | Active | 2–3 | 0–2 | ★★★★★ | Faction Faction. Recommended priority ★4/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
| Slip | Reaction | — | — | ★★★★★ | Reaction Reaction. Recommended priority ★4/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
Synergies
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FAQ
- What is the best build for Layla in Sword of Convallaria?
- Run basic Knife Tip, reaction Slip, and skills Backstab Path, Alacrity Cut, Mark. Gear: Void Stab, Maverick's Cloak, and Verdict of Justice. Adjust only when a stage bans a slot or you lack the piece—see alternatives on each gear page.
- Is Layla worth building?
- Layla is a situational A 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 Layla and who do they counter?
- Layla 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 Layla?
- Follow star priority: 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 Layla?
- Layla 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 Layla in a Sword of Convallaria team?
- Open the SoC Wiki Team Builder at socwiki.app/tools/team-builder and load Layla with synergy units to check Watcher/Defender/DPS coverage before you spend shards.