Gnarox Blackhorn | Raid Shadow Legends

Gnarox Blackhorn Overview

Gnarox Blackhorn, once a brash and arrogant farmhand whose violent tendencies earned him both infamy and rejection, found his true calling in the gladiator city of Velyzar. After being abandoned by his family following his transformation into a Skinwalker, he embraced a life of conflict, mastering the art of psychological warfare and raw brutality. Now a master of control and protection, Gnarox thrives in battle by luring enemies to attack him before turning their strength against them with devastating Reflect Damage and crowd-control mechanics. As an Epic rarity champion and the only AOE Provoker in the Skinwalkers faction, Gnarox excels in scenarios requiring precise teamwork and tactical finesse, making him indispensable in Faction Wars and beyond. With the release of Patch 10.50 and the ongoing Chaos Awakes event, players can now summon champions like Gnarox Blackhorn by fusing four Rare Glensage Cithrel champions. These Rare champions are obtainable through tournaments and events tied to the Thoulin Foulbeard Champion Fusion Event. Should you acquire an extra copy of Gnarox Blackhorn beyond the four required Epics, you can fuse those Epics to summon Tholin Foulbeard, further bolstering your roster with another formidable champion. This guide delves into Gnarox’s mechanics, exploring how his abilities synergize with team compositions and elevate performance across various game modes in Raid Shadow Legends.

Gnarox’s dominance becomes evident when examining his role in Faction Wars, where his skills align perfectly with the demands of Hard stages. His Bullish Fighter ability not only places a guaranteed Provoke debuff on enemies if his Defense stat is lower than theirs but also grants the entire team a 30% Reflect Damage buff. This dual functionality makes him a linchpin in stages like Faction Wars Stage 13, where players must defeat enemies using Counterattack or Ally Attack mechanics. By leveraging his Reflect Damage alongside self-counterattacks, Gnarox ensures that enemies attacking under these conditions are swiftly neutralized. Additionally, his Means To An End skill provides a 50% Ally Protection buff, further solidifying his role as a defensive anchor. This protective effect not only absorbs incoming damage but also triggers his passive, Loathed Pariah, which has a chance to apply Provoke debuffs on enemies targeting protected allies. Such mechanics make him exceptionally effective against bosses like the Iron Twins, where his ability to decrease enemy speed through Knee-Smasher can turn the tide of battle.

Beyond Faction Wars, Gnarox’s utility extends to challenging PvE encounters, such as the Kuldrath the Magma Dragon boss raid, where his protective and control abilities shine. The synergy between his Ally Protection buff and Reflect Damage mechanic ensures that teams can withstand punishing waves of attacks while maintaining consistent pressure on enemies. His Aura, which grants a 30% Defense boost to allies during Faction Wars, further amplifies his value by enhancing overall team durability. When paired with champions who benefit from debuffed enemies or rely on sustained damage, Gnarox’s kit creates a feedback loop of control and resilience. His design mirrors that of higher-rarity champions like Sniktraak, offering similar utility at a more accessible rarity level. Whether shielding teammates, controlling enemy movements, or reflecting damage back at foes, Gnarox Blackhorn embodies versatility and strategic depth, making him a cornerstone of any well-rounded roster.

Gnarox Blackhorn Skills

Knee-Smasher
Attacks 1 enemy 2 times. Each hit has a 30% chance of placing a 30% [Decrease SPD] debuff for 2 turns.
Level 2: Damage +5%
Level 3: Buff/Debuff Chance +5%
Level 4: Damage +5%
Level 5: Buff/Debuff Chance +5%
Level 6: Damage +10%
Level 7: Buff/Debuff Chance +10%
Damage Multiplier: 1.7 DEF

Means To An End (Cooldown: 6 turns)
Places a 50% [Ally Protection] buff on all allies except this Champion for 2 turns. Also places a [Counterattack] buff on this Champion for 2 turns.
Level 2: Cooldown -1
Level 3: Cooldown -1

Bullish Fighter (Cooldown: 5 turns)
Attacks all enemies. Has a 50% chance of placing a [Provoke] debuff for 1 turn. This debuff cannot be resisted, if this Champion’s DEF is lower than the target’s. Places a 30% [Reflect Damage] buff on all allies for 2 turns.
Level 2: Damage +5%
Level 3: Buff/Debuff Chance +5%
Level 4: Damage +10%
Level 5: Buff/Debuff Chance +10%
Level 6: Buff/Debuff Chance +10%
Level 7: Cooldown -1
Damage Multiplier: 4 DEF

Loathed Pariah (Passive)
Whenever an enemy attacks an ally under an [Ally Protection] buff, has a 15% chance of placing a [Provoke] debuff on the attacker for 1 turn.

Aura
Increases Ally DEF in Faction Wars by 30%