Do not spend your entire shard reserve attempting to pull a specific Legendary Champion during progressive rate events (such as 10x or 30x banners) in RAID: Shadow Legends. Progressive banners increase the odds of getting a specific champion only after a Legendary drops, but they do not increase the base odds of pulling a Legendary champion. Hold your Ancient, Void, and Sacred Shards for events that offer fixed milestone rewards, guaranteed champions, or scheduled Fusion events.
Comparing Summoning Event Types
Understanding the underlying mechanics of active summoning events helps prevent premature resource depletion.
| Event Type | Base Legendary Rate | Target Champion Rate | Account Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2x Boost Events | Doubled (2x standard odds) | Random within the pool | Best for expanding general roster and acquiring duplicates |
| Progressive Chance (10x / 30x) | Standard (Unchanged) | Increased relative weight if a Legendary drops | Avoid going all-in; high risk of non-target pulls |
| Guaranteed Champion Events | Standard (Unchanged) | 100% payout at a specific shard count | Ideal target for spending saved shard reserves |
Resource Management Rules
Maintain a strict inventory buffer so your account remains prepared for limited-time content and milestone requirements:
- Sacred Shards: Save these exclusively for guaranteed champion milestones or high-point Fusion event tournaments.
- Void Shards: Reserve Void Shards for guaranteed Void Champion events or high-impact progression milestones, as acquiring them takes significantly longer.
- Gems: Spend Gems primarily on Energy refills and shop refreshes rather than purchasing extra shard packs to chase non-guaranteed banners.
How to Set a Summoning Cap
To avoid draining your stock on non-guaranteed banners, establish clear stopping conditions before opening any shards:
- Audit current reserves: Check upcoming event calendars to calculate the minimum number of shards required for the next expected Fusion.
- Define a strict budget: Set a maximum number of pulls for any optional banner and stop pulling immediately once reached, regardless of outcome.
- Evaluate roster necessity: Only chase optional champions if they solve a specific progression bottleneck (such as Clan Boss or Cursed City content) that your current roster cannot address.
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