Rico
SUnion-leaning Breaker with flexible physical clear tools.
Last updated: 2026-08-02
Player notes
Rico is a Legendary Breaker tagged with Union. In practical terms they cover anti-tank physical pressure and frontline shred. Union-leaning Breaker with flexible physical clear tools.
Pair with Camelot/Clara for Union density when possible.
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”) 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 Rico worth building?
Rico is a strong S Breaker for mid-game content. They may not be a first-reroll target (A), but once owned they repay stars and gear quickly.
Role and matchups
Rico 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 | Gear Strike |
| Reaction | Cog Guard |
| Skills | Wide Cleave · Union Push · Focus Gear |
| Weapon | Blade of Strategem |
| Trinket | Paradox Crystal Chain |
| Tarot | Strength |
Pros
- Physical clear
- Union tag
- Solid mid investment
How to use
Pair with Camelot/Clara for Union density when possible.
Star priority: Medium
Gear deep dive
- Weapon — Blade of Strategem: Tempo-oriented sword used by mobile physical cores. Prefer it when mobile Breakers who chain reposition + multi-action strings.
- Trinket — Paradox Crystal Chain: High-end chain for durable AoE cores. Best when durable AoE cores that need offense and bulk together.
- 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 Rico 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 Cleave when the board allows a clean cast.
- Keep reaction (Cog Guard) online—do not strip it for vanity actives mid-fight.
- Basic attack (Gear 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gear Strike | Basic | 0 | — | ★★★★★ | Default basic attack in Quick Build Primary basic attack recommended for Rico. |
| Wide Cleave | Active | 2–3 | 0–2 | ★★★★★ | AoE AoE. Recommended priority ★5/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
| Union Push | Active | 2–3 | 0–2 | ★★★★★ | Faction Faction. Recommended priority ★4/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
| Cog Guard | Reaction | — | — | ★★★★★ | Reaction Reaction. Recommended priority ★3/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
Synergies
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FAQ
- What is the best build for Rico in Sword of Convallaria?
- Run basic Gear Strike, reaction Cog Guard, and skills Wide Cleave, Union Push, Focus Gear. Gear: Blade of Strategem, Paradox Crystal Chain, and Strength. Adjust only when a stage bans a slot or you lack the piece—see alternatives on each gear page.
- Is Rico worth building?
- Rico is a strong S Breaker for mid-game content. They may not be a first-reroll target (A), but once owned they repay stars and gear quickly.
- What role is Rico and who do they counter?
- Rico 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 Rico?
- 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 Rico?
- Open Rico 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 Rico in a Sword of Convallaria team?
- Open the SoC Wiki Team Builder at socwiki.app/tools/team-builder and load Rico with synergy units to check Watcher/Defender/DPS coverage before you spend shards.