Shams
SSTop 20 · RefinedBreakerLegendary·Elaman
Single-target solar cleaver with Strike Back builds and enormous boss damage—if you maintain his dedicated buff stacks.
Last updated: 2026-08-02
Move
4
High / Low Jump
2 / 2
ST / AoE tier
SSS / A
Reroll tier
A
Quick Build
Quick Build
| Slot | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Basic Attack | Sun Cleaver |
| Reaction | Strike Back |
| Skills | Solar Drive · Buff Stack · Boss Break |
| Weapon | Heavy Cleaver |
| Trinket | Focus Lens |
| Tarot | Death |
Pros
- Elite boss/ST damage
- Strike Back viable routes
- Elaman synergy
- Ceiling rewards buff tracking
How to use
He is a stack manager. Without buffs he feels mid; with full stacks he deletes bosses. Do not bring him to pure AoE pack stages as your only clear plan.
Star priority: High for boss content; skip if you hate stack management
Skill table
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar Drive | Active | 3 | 1 | ★★★★★ | Main ST nuke Spend only after Buff Stack is online when possible. |
| Buff Stack | Active | 1–2 | 1 | ★★★★★ | Dedicated self-buff engine This skill is not optional fluff—it is half his damage sheet. |
| Strike Back | Reaction | — | — | ★★★★★ | Off-turn damage route Viable alternate build when enemies must hit him; otherwise prefer bulk reactions. |
| Boss Break | Active | 2–3 | 2 | ★★★★★ | Execute / boss window Save for HP thresholds or break bars. |
| Sun Cleaver | Basic | 0 | — | ★★★★★ | Basic Only while banking NRG for Solar Drive. |
Synergies
FAQ
- What is the best build for Shams?
- Use Quick Build and the skill table above, then adjust for stage constraints (NRG, cover, single vs multi).
- Is Shams good for rerolls?
- Reroll tier: A. See the full tier list.