Player notes
Tristan is a Legendary Destroyer tagged with Union, SoC. In practical terms they cover magical damage, DoT, and multi-target pressure. Berserk-state Breaker with top-tier damage windows and temporary unkillable patterns.
Time Berserk for key packs. Mis-timing wastes his power spike—plan the turn he transforms.
Watch the magic lane carefully—Destroyers pressure with magic/DoT but are soft into Watcher matchups. Pair them with a physical flex when the enemy Watcher count spikes.
Star plan on this page (“See guide”) 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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Tristan deep guide
Overview
Tristan is a solid S+ style roster piece: good enough to clear, not always the meta dictator. He shines when his faction/role hole is empty and you need a dependable body now.
Play him straight—matchup, cover, enable—rather than forcing a meme build.
Openers
- Deploy for role advantage first.
- Use kit setup before big spenders.
- Hold a defensive tool for the scary enemy turn.
- Let the enabler decide who gets the double turn.
Mid-fight
Replace him when a true SSS in the same role arrives fully built. Until then he is honest content fodder.
Investment
Medium early if he is your best option; taper when SSS cores come online.
Sample teams
Pitfalls
- 5★ vanity when SP Inanna is still 0★.
- Wrong matchup tunnels.
When to skip
Deprioritize as soon as a higher-tier unit owns his job.
Is Tristan worth building?
Medium early if he is your best option; taper when SSS cores come online.
Role and matchups
Tristan fills magical damage, DoT, and multi-target pressure. Destroyers pressure with magic/DoT but are soft into Watcher matchups. You are not the physical triangle apex—lean on skills and positioning. Avoid feeding Watchers free swings. Full role chart →
Quick Build
| Slot | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Basic Attack | Fatal Attack |
| Reaction | Street Style |
| Skills | Furious Pursuit · Fervent Lunge · Blazing Blood |
| Weapon | — |
| Trinket | Maverick's Cloak |
| Tarot | Verdict of Justice |
Pros
- Berserk damage spike
- Survivability windows
- Strong ST/AoE hybrid
- High ceiling
How to use
Time Berserk for key packs. Mis-timing wastes his power spike—plan the turn he transforms.
Star priority: See guide
Gear deep dive
- Weapon — use the recommended slug brutal-axe until a signature alternative appears.
- 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
Tristan shines in longer fights and magic lanes—pair with a Watcher who can battery NRG and cover the Watcher matchup soft spot.
- Open with Furious Pursuit when the board allows a clean cast.
- Keep reaction (Street Style) online—do not strip it for vanity actives mid-fight.
- Basic attack (Fatal Attack) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blazing Blood | Passive | — | — | ★★★★★ | A powerful passive that adds up to 50% of Magic Attack to Physical Attack, with the full effect easily reached during the [Berserk State]. Since it plays a key A powerful passive that adds up to 50% of Magic Attack to Physical Attack, with the full effect easily reached during the [Berserk State]. Since it plays a key role in boosting Tristan’s offensive power, it should always be equipped. |
| Fatal Attack | Basic | — | — | ★★★★★ | While Tristan won't often use Basic Attacks, this attack pairs well with Tristan thanks to her Trait, which boosts Crit Damage and Crit Rate. While Tristan won't often use Basic Attacks, this attack pairs well with Tristan thanks to her Trait, which boosts Crit Damage and Crit Rate. |
| Street Style | Reaction | — | — | ★★★★★ | A Reaction that reduces damage from [Strike Back], [Preempt] attacks, and melee damage. Not only does it offer significant damage reduction, but it also counter A Reaction that reduces damage from [Strike Back], [Preempt] attacks, and melee damage. Not only does it offer significant damage reduction, but it also counterattacks when hit by Strike Back, making it a strong, general Reaction. |
| Fervent Lunge | Active | — | — | ★★★★★ | An [Instant] skill moves, grants a buff, and immediately attacks—making it both easy to use and highly effective. Useful in both single-target and multi-target An [Instant] skill moves, grants a buff, and immediately attacks—making it both easy to use and highly effective. Useful in both single-target and multi-target battles. |
| Furious Pursuit | Active | — | — | ★★★★★ | A Skill that deals high single-target damage at the cost of HP. When aiming to boost the effects of the "Brutal Axe" weapon and [Blazing Blood], the HP reductio A Skill that deals high single-target damage at the cost of HP. When aiming to boost the effects of the "Brutal Axe" weapon and [Blazing Blood], the HP reduction can be seen as a benefit. Prioritize slotting this skill when focusing on single-target offense. |
| One-Punch Burial | Active | — | — | ★★★★★ | Deals damage to enemies within 2 tiles after a knockback. As an area attack, this has high damage potential and can be used every turn if you have a way to redu Deals damage to enemies within 2 tiles after a knockback. As an area attack, this has high damage potential and can be used every turn if you have a way to reduce cooldown. Be mindful—the warp-to-ally effect has both advantages and drawbacks. |
| Base Skills Skill Range Slash | Basic | — | — | ★★★★★ | Deals 100% Physical DMG. Explosive Luxite-Dust (Basic Attack) Deals 100% Physical DMG. Explosive Luxite-Dust |
| Blazing Blood - | Passive | — | — | ★★★★★ | When Healthy , adds 15% of the character's M.ATK to P.ATK. When Injured , adds 25% of the character's M.ATK to P.ATK. When possessing Berser (Passive) When Healthy , adds 15% of the character's M.ATK to P.ATK. When Injured , adds 25% of the character's M.ATK to P.ATK. When possessing Berserk State , the effect is doubled. |
| Controlled Demolition | Active | 2 | 3 | ★★★★★ | Instant Inflicts Controlled Demolition on the target. (Debuff) Instant Inflicts Controlled Demolition on the target. |
| Destructive Storm | Active | 3 | 2 | ★★★★★ | Deals 50% AoE DMG to all enemies within a 4-tile radius around the character and inflicts 2 random Level 2 Attribute Debuffs for 2 turns. (Physical DMG) Deals 50% AoE DMG to all enemies within a 4-tile radius around the character and inflicts 2 random Level 2 Attribute Debuffs for 2 turns. |
| Explosive Luxite-Dust | Active | 2 | 0 | ★★★★★ | Deals 85% DMG to all enemies within 2 tiles of the target and inflicts 1 random Level 2 Attribute Debuff , lasting for 2 turns. (Physical DMG) Deals 85% DMG to all enemies within 2 tiles of the target and inflicts 1 random Level 2 Attribute Debuff , lasting for 2 turns. |
| Knockback Pursuit | Active | 3 | 0 | ★★★★★ | Single-target attack. Deals 70% DMG. After attacking, performs Pursuit , dealing 70% DMG and knocking the target back by 2 tiles. Skills Tha (Physical DMG) Single-target attack. Deals 70% DMG. After attacking, performs Pursuit , dealing 70% DMG and knocking the target back by 2 tiles. Skills That Can Be |
Synergies
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FAQ
- What is the best build for Tristan in Sword of Convallaria?
- Run basic Fatal Attack, reaction Street Style, and skills Furious Pursuit, Fervent Lunge, Blazing Blood. Gear: brutal-axe, 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 Tristan worth building?
- Tristan is a strong S+ Destroyer 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 Tristan and who do they counter?
- Tristan fills magical damage, DoT, and multi-target pressure. Destroyers pressure with magic/DoT but are soft into Watcher matchups. You are not the physical triangle apex—lean on skills and positioning. Avoid feeding Watchers free swings.
- How should I star Tristan?
- Follow star priority: See guide. 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 Tristan?
- Tristan shines in longer fights and magic lanes—pair with a Watcher who can battery NRG and cover the Watcher matchup soft spot.
- How do I test Tristan in a Sword of Convallaria team?
- Open the SoC Wiki Team Builder at socwiki.app/tools/team-builder and load Tristan with synergy units to check Watcher/Defender/DPS coverage before you spend shards.