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Ares C1
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Ares C1 "Keymaster of War"

Special Skill

Special Skill Icon
Special Skill

Seal of Ares

Mana Speed
Average
  • The caster and nearby allies get +45% attack for 4 turns. The attack increases by 5% each turn, up to +60%.
  • The caster and nearby allies counterattack with 110% of the damage received for 4 turns. The counterattack damage increases by 10% each turn, up to 140%.
  • The caster and nearby allies regenerate 900 boosted health over 4 turns. Boosted health can exceed max HP.
  • Element Link gives all Fire allies +15% attack and +15% defense for 6 turns. This effect can't be dispelled.
⚑ Tile Breakpoints Guide
10Base Tiles
12% Bonus
9Tiles

Family Bonus

Monthly Hero - 2017
Family Bonus

Monthly Hero - 2017

  • Bonus for 1/2/3:
  • +5%/+10%/+15% mana generation.
  • Bonus for 2+ Heroes:
  • Element Link affects all allies.

Passives

Passive Icon
Inherent Abilities

Passive Skills

  • Cleanse on Special
    When this character casts their Special Skill, they cleanse the newest status ailment from all allies.

Aether Power

Heal Increase
Aether Power

Heal Increase

At the start of each battle, this Hero gets 50% increase for any healing received for 6 turns.

In battles with multiple waves, the effect is refreshed at the beginning of each wave.

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Shaman Wizard

These troops provide full Class Synergy bonuses when equipped on Druid heroes of the Red element.
Click here to view the full guide on how to obtain and best utilize these powerful troops!

Mana Optimization Strategy

How it works

By default, Ares C1 has Average mana speed, requiring 10 tiles to charge. Equipping troops with a Mana Bonus can reach specific Breakpoints β€” the exact percentages where your tile count drops β€” allowing your hero to fire their special skill faster, with less tiles.

Standard10Tiles
OptimizedFASTER!
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Merciless Wizards

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Default10 Tiles
Optimized
9Tiles
Required
LVL 17
Need Bonus:12%
This Troop:+14%
Breakpoint Achieved!
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Barbaric Assassins

Mana Troop
Default10 Tiles
Optimized
9Tiles
Required
LVL 23
Need Bonus:12%
This Troop:+13%
Breakpoint Achieved!

General Information

Hero Name

Ares C1 "Keymaster of War"

Ascension Requirements

Tier 2Ascension Cost
Food273K
hero_adventurers_kit3
β˜…
Tier 3Ascension Cost
Food442K
hero_chainmail_shirt3
β˜…β˜…β˜…
Tier 4Ascension Cost
Food708K
hero_hidden_blade4
β˜…β˜…β˜…

Limit Break Requirements

Tier
Materials
Limit Break 1Unlock Cost
hero_limitbreak_rare_red5
β˜…β˜…β˜…
LB 1 LevelsTotal Cost
hero_chainmail_shirt5
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_hidden_blade1
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_scabbard5
β˜…β˜…β˜…
Limit Break 2Unlock Cost
hero_limitbreak_alpha1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_red5
β˜…β˜…β˜…
LB 2 LevelsTotal Cost
hero_mystic_rings1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_legendary_red1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_epic_red3
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_red5
β˜…β˜…β˜…

Stats & Emblems

Simulation: 0 Emblems

LevelATKDEFHPπŸ’ͺ
4/80
875
895
2093
974
4/85lb1
943
965
2256
1041
4/90lb2
1079
1104
2581
1173
Calculated Bonuses
Attack
+225 & +3%
Defense
+90 & +3%
Health
+136 & +3%
Mana
+4%
Resource Costs
Emblems
1,740
Master
50
Food
6,041,800
Iron
6,041,800
+15
+18
+18
+15
+3%
+18
+3%
+15
+18
+15
+18
+15
+36
+3%
+4%
+50
+50
+50
+50
+50

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Overall Grade

Overall performance in the current meta

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Summon Value

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Copies to Keep

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Limit Break Priority

Priority for applying Limit Breaks

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Emblem Path

General emblem path preference

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Node Strategy

Specific node priority strategy

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Best Def Position

Best placement in a defense formation

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Primary Use (Max 3)

Top scenarios where this hero excels

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Ares C1

What element and rarity is Ares C1 in Empires & Puzzles? +
Ares C1 is a 5 star Fire hero (Red) with legendary rarity.
What is Ares C1's special skill? +
Ares C1's special skill is called "Seal of Ares". The caster and nearby allies get +45% attack for 4 turns. The attack increases by 5% each turn, up to +60%. The caster and nearby allies counterattack with 110% of the damage received for 4 turns. The counterattack damage increases by 10% each turn, up to 140%. The caster and nearby allies regenerate 900 boosted health over 4 turns. Boosted health can exceed max HP. Element Link gives all Fire allies +15% attack and +15% defense for 6 turns. This effect can't be dispelled.
When was Ares C1 released? +
Ares C1 was released on Mar 20, 2023.
Which family does Ares C1 belong to? +
Ares C1 belongs to the HOTM - 2017 Family. Bonus for 1/2/3:. +5%/+10%/+15% mana generation.. Bonus for 2+ Heroes:. Element Link affects all allies.
What are Ares C1's passive skills? +
Cleanse on Special: When this character casts their Special Skill, they cleanse the newest status ailment from all allies.
What is the mana speed of Ares C1? +
Ares C1 has Average mana speed.