Senshi
SCollab tank/support with party sustain fantasy kit.
Last updated: 2026-08-02
Player notes
Senshi is a Legendary Defender tagged with Collab. In practical terms they cover frontline soak, cover, and zone control. Collab tank/support with party sustain fantasy kit.
Anchor themed collab teams; covers for mage backline.
In the role triangle, lean on free damage into Seekers and respect Breakers. Stars and gear still matter more than matchup alone on hard maps.
Star plan on this page (“Medium if owned”) 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 Senshi worth building?
Senshi is a strong S Defender for mid-game content. They may not be a first-reroll target (B), but once owned they repay stars and gear quickly.
Role and matchups
Senshi fills frontline soak, cover, and zone control. Defenders cover the board against Seekers but melt if Breakers get free swings. Attack into Seekers for free damage. Avoid feeding Breakers free swings. Full role chart →
Quick Build
| Slot | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Basic Attack | Pot Lid |
| Reaction | Hearty Cover |
| Skills | Stew Buff · Shield Feast · Sturdy Gut |
| Weapon | Guardian Blade |
| Trinket | Cage Mask |
| Tarot | The Emperor |
Pros
- Frontline + sustain
- Collab synergy
- Durable
How to use
Anchor themed collab teams; covers for mage backline.
Star priority: Medium if owned
Gear deep dive
- Weapon — Guardian Blade: Defender weapon for cover, knockback, and aura tanks. Prefer it when cover tanks and knockback Defenders holding the front line.
- Trinket — Cage Mask: Frontline trinket for Defenders holding space. Best when defenders (and bruiser Breakers) who must hold threat.
- Tarot — The Emperor: Command tarot for leaders and aura units. Take it for faction leaders and aura-centric cores.
Open each gear page for alternatives and Best on lists.
Team plan
Park Senshi on the contested tile or choke, pair with a Watcher battery and at least one damage role that covers their weak matchup. Do not stack pure tanks without a kill threat.
- Open with Stew Buff when the board allows a clean cast.
- Keep reaction (Hearty Cover) online—do not strip it for vanity actives mid-fight.
- Basic attack (Pot Lid) is for reposition turns or when NRG is dry.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pot Lid | Basic | 0 | — | ★★★★★ | Default basic attack in Quick Build Primary basic attack recommended for Senshi. |
| Hearty Cover | Reaction | — | — | ★★★★★ | Cover Cover. Recommended priority ★5/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
| Stew Buff | Active | 2–3 | 0–2 | ★★★★★ | Support Support. Recommended priority ★5/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
| Shield Feast | Active | 2–3 | 0–2 | ★★★★★ | Bulk Bulk. Recommended priority ★4/5 for general PvE loadouts. |
Synergies
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FAQ
- What is the best build for Senshi in Sword of Convallaria?
- Run basic Pot Lid, reaction Hearty Cover, and skills Stew Buff, Shield Feast, Sturdy Gut. Gear: Guardian Blade, Cage Mask, and The Emperor. Adjust only when a stage bans a slot or you lack the piece—see alternatives on each gear page.
- Is Senshi worth building?
- Senshi is a strong S Defender for mid-game content. They may not be a first-reroll target (B), but once owned they repay stars and gear quickly.
- What role is Senshi and who do they counter?
- Senshi fills frontline soak, cover, and zone control. Defenders cover the board against Seekers but melt if Breakers get free swings. Attack into Seekers for free damage. Avoid feeding Breakers free swings.
- How should I star Senshi?
- Follow star priority: Medium if owned. 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 Senshi?
- Park Senshi on the contested tile or choke, pair with a Watcher battery and at least one damage role that covers their weak matchup. Do not stack pure tanks without a kill threat.
- How do I test Senshi in a Sword of Convallaria team?
- Open the SoC Wiki Team Builder at socwiki.app/tools/team-builder and load Senshi with synergy units to check Watcher/Defender/DPS coverage before you spend shards.