Recruited Assassin
CRare assassin with pull (Hookshot) and multi-hit basic.
Last updated: 2026-08-02
Player notes
Recruited Assassin is a Rare Breaker tagged with Iria. In practical terms they cover anti-tank physical pressure and frontline shred. Rare assassin with pull (Hookshot) and multi-hit basic.
Rare assassin with pull (Hookshot) and multi-hit basic.
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 (“See client stars”) 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 Recruited Assassin worth building?
Recruited Assassin is a situational C 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
Recruited Assassin 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 | Dual Blade Strike |
| Reaction | Counterattack |
| Skills | Hookshot · Hunting Impulse · Fancy Footwork |
| Weapon | Newborn Blade |
| Trinket | Focus Lens |
| Tarot | Temperance |
Pros
- Client-verified skill names
- See skill table
How to use
Rare assassin with pull (Hookshot) and multi-hit basic.
Star priority: See client stars
Gear deep dive
- Weapon — Newborn Blade: Flexible physical blade for general Seekers and Breakers. Prefer it when default physical weapon when signatures are missing — highest build count in the DB.
- 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
Open Recruited Assassin into Defender-heavy packs. Bring a Watcher for uptime and a Seeker or Destroyer flex if the map punishes pure physical lines.
- Open with Hookshot when the board allows a clean cast.
- Keep reaction (Counterattack) online—do not strip it for vanity actives mid-fight.
- Basic attack (Dual Blade Strike) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Blade Strike | Basic | — | — | ★★★★★ | device (Basic Attack) Deals physical DMG 2 times. Melee range 1-1. |
| Counterattack | Reaction | — | — | ★★★★★ | device (Reaction) When hit by active attack from front or side, performs basic attack if attacker in range, up to 1/round. |
| Hunting Impulse | Active | — | — | ★★★★★ | device (Physical DMG) Single-target. Crit increases before attack. If target defeated, recovers 3 NRG. Melee 1-1. |
| Hookshot | Active | — | — | ★★★★★ | device (Debuff) Selects 1 enemy in cross range, drags to self, inflicts debuff 1 turn. Range 1-4. |
| Fancy Footwork | Active | — | — | ★★★★★ | device (Support) Takes less AoE DMG and gains dodge attempts for turns. |
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FAQ
- What is the best build for Recruited Assassin in Sword of Convallaria?
- Run basic Dual Blade Strike, reaction Counterattack, and skills Hookshot, Hunting Impulse, Fancy Footwork. Gear: Newborn Blade, Focus Lens, and Temperance. Adjust only when a stage bans a slot or you lack the piece—see alternatives on each gear page.
- Is Recruited Assassin worth building?
- Recruited Assassin is a situational C 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 Recruited Assassin and who do they counter?
- Recruited Assassin 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 Recruited Assassin?
- Follow star priority: See client stars. 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 Recruited Assassin?
- Open Recruited Assassin 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 Recruited Assassin in a Sword of Convallaria team?
- Open the SoC Wiki Team Builder at socwiki.app/tools/team-builder and load Recruited Assassin with synergy units to check Watcher/Defender/DPS coverage before you spend shards.