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Chikao
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Chikao "Silent Striker"
Chikao

Hero Review

Chikao Review: The Ninja Who Hates Corners

"Chikao brings a unique mechanic to Empires & Puzzles, ignoring the center to assassinate the wings. With massive damage potential and a sleep mechanic that amplifies pain, is this Green Ninja the tactical sniper you need, or just a niche puzzle piece? We break down the stats and strategy."

Special Skill

Special Skill Icon
Special Skill

Fatal Dreams

Mana Speed
Charge
  • 1x Mana Charge
  • * Dispels buffs from the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation.
  • * Deals 300% damage to the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation. If there is only one enemy aive, the damage is doubled.
  • * The enemy on the edges of the formation fall asleep and receive +60% increased damage while sleeping. (A sleeping character cannot gain mana. The sleeping target is woken once it takes damage. This excludes damage from Minions and Fiends. This effect is uncleansable.)
  • 2x Mana Charge
  • * Dispels buffs from the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation.
  • * Deals 485% damage to the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation. If there is only one enemy aive, the damage is doubled.
  • * The enemy on the edges of the formation fall asleep and receive +80% increased damage while sleeping. (A sleeping character cannot gain mana. The sleeping target is woken once it takes damage. This excludes damage from Minions and Fiends. This effect is uncleansable.)
  • 3x Mana Charge
  • * Dispels buffs from the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation.
  • * Deals 900% damage to the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation. If there is only one enemy aive, the damage is doubled.
  • * The enemy on the edges of the formation fall asleep and receive +100% increased damage while sleeping. (A sleeping character cannot gain mana. The sleeping target is woken once it takes damage. This excludes damage from Minions and Fiends. This effect is uncleansable.)
⚑ Tile Breakpoints Guide
Charge 1
4.9Base Tiles
23% Bonus
4Tiles
Charge 2
9.8Base Tiles
9% Bonus
9Tiles
Charge 3
14.7Base Tiles
6% Bonus
14Tiles

Family Bonus

Tower - Ninjas
Family Bonus

Tower - Ninjas

  • Bonus for 1/2/3 Unique Heroes:
  • 5%/10%/15% chance to dodge normal attacks and Special Skills
  • 5%/10%/15% chance to counterattack with 60%/90%/120% of the damage received.

Passives

Passive Icon
Inherent Abilities

Passive Skills

  • Weaker Minions
    Enemy Minions have -50% HP.

Aether Power

Attack Up
Aether Power

Attack Up

At the start of each battle, this Hero gets 20% attack for 6 turns

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

Mana Optimization Strategy

How it works

By default, Chikao has Ninja mana speed, requiring 4.9 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.

Standard4.9Tiles
OptimizedFASTER!
Barbarian
Druid
status_effect_attack_addition_legendary_troop
green_legendary_barbarian

5β˜… Mana Troop Set

18 Variants Matching
Default14.7 Tiles
Optimized
14Tiles
Required
LVL 9
Need Bonus:6%
This Troop:+7%
Breakpoint Achieved!
Default9.8 Tiles
Optimized
9Tiles
Required
LVL 19
Need Bonus:9%
This Troop:+9%
Breakpoint Achieved!
Fighter
Cleric
status_effect_defense_reduction_legendary_troop
green_legendary_fighter

5β˜… Mana Troop Set

2 Variants Matching
Default14.7 Tiles
Optimized
14Tiles
Required
LVL 10
Need Bonus:6%
This Troop:+7%
Breakpoint Achieved!
Default9.8 Tiles
Optimized
9Tiles
Required
LVL 20
Need Bonus:9%
This Troop:+9%
Breakpoint Achieved!
green_epic_rogue

Rebel Infiltrators

Mana Troop
Default14.7 Tiles
Optimized
14Tiles
Required
LVL 5
Need Bonus:6%
This Troop:+7%
Breakpoint Achieved!
Default14.7 Tiles
Optimized
13Tiles
Required
LVL 29
Need Bonus:14%
This Troop:+15%
Breakpoint Achieved!
Default9.8 Tiles
Optimized
9Tiles
Required
LVL 11
Need Bonus:9%
This Troop:+9%
Breakpoint Achieved!
green_epic_magic

Ancient Wizard

Magic Troop
Default14.7 Tiles
Optimized
14Tiles
Required
LVL 5
Need Bonus:6%
This Troop:+8%
Breakpoint Achieved!
Default14.7 Tiles
Optimized
13Tiles
Required
LVL 17
Need Bonus:14%
This Troop:+14%
Breakpoint Achieved!
Default9.8 Tiles
Optimized
9Tiles
Required
LVL 11
Need Bonus:9%
This Troop:+11%
Breakpoint Achieved!

General Information

Hero Name

Chikao "Silent Striker"

  • Rarity
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  • Element
    NatureNature
  • Class
    MonkMonk
  • Mana SpeedCharge
  • Skill Types
  • SourceTower - Ninjas
  • Family
    Ninja FamilyNinja Family
  • Aether Power
    Attack UpAttack Up
  • Release DateAug 27, 2024
  • Availability
    Coach:Aug 27, 2026
    HA10:Aug 27, 2026

Ascension Requirements

Tier 2Ascension Cost
Food273K
hero_scabbard3
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_tall_boots2
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_dagger3
β˜…β˜…
Tier 3Ascension Cost
Food442K
hero_compass1
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_fine_gloves1
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_scabbard3
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_sturdy_shield4
β˜…β˜…β˜…
Tier 4Ascension Cost
Food708K
hero_damascus_blade1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_mysterious_tonic6
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_tome_of_tactics1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_sturdy_shield4
β˜…β˜…β˜…

Limit Break Requirements

Tier
Materials
Limit Break 1Unlock Cost
hero_limitbreak_legendary_green5
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_epic_green20
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_green35
β˜…β˜…β˜…
LB 1 LevelsTotal Cost
hero_chainmail_shirt5
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_sturdy_shield1
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_tall_boots5
β˜…β˜…β˜…
Limit Break 2Unlock Cost
hero_limitbreak_alpha10
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_legendary_green1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_epic_green5
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_green10
β˜…β˜…β˜…
LB 2 LevelsTotal Cost
hero_mysterious_tonic1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_legendary_green1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_epic_green3
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_green5
β˜…β˜…β˜…

Stats & Emblems

Simulation: 0 Emblems

LevelATKDEFHPπŸ’ͺ
4/80
1203
1141
1726
1107
4/85lb1
1296
1229
1860
1183
4/90lb2
1483
1407
2128
1335
Calculated Bonuses
Attack
+225 & +3%
Defense
+90
Health
+136 & +3%
Mana
+4%
Crit
+2%
Resource Costs
Emblems
1,740
Master
50
Food
6,041,800
Iron
6,041,800
+18
+15
+15
+18
+3%
+15
+2%
+18
+15
+18
+15
+18
+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

Is this hero worth your gems and tokens?

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Copies to Keep

How many copies are worth keeping and leveling?

None
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Limit Break Priority

Priority for applying Limit Breaks

LB2 (Alpha)
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Emblem Path

General emblem path preference

Sword path (Attack when possible)
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Shield path (HP and Def when possible)
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Node Strategy

Specific node priority strategy

Atk > Def > HP
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Atk > HP > Def
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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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Visual Design

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Chikao

What element and rarity is Chikao in Empires & Puzzles? +
Chikao is a 5 star Nature hero (Green) with legendary rarity.
What is Chikao's special skill? +
Chikao's special skill is called "Fatal Dreams". 1x Mana Charge * Dispels buffs from the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation. * Deals 300% damage to the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation. If there is only one enemy aive, the damage is doubled. * The enemy on the edges of the formation fall asleep and receive +60% increased damage while sleeping. (A sleeping character cannot gain mana. The sleeping target is woken once it takes damage. This excludes damage from Minions and Fiends. This effect is uncleansable.) 2x Mana Charge * Dispels buffs from the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation. * Deals 485% damage to the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation. If there is only one enemy aive, the damage is doubled. * The enemy on the edges of the formation fall asleep and receive +80% increased damage while sleeping. (A sleeping character cannot gain mana. The sleeping target is woken once it takes damage. This excludes damage from Minions and Fiends. This effect is uncleansable.) 3x Mana Charge * Dispels buffs from the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation. * Deals 900% damage to the enemies on the edges of the enemy formation. If there is only one enemy aive, the damage is doubled. * The enemy on the edges of the formation fall asleep and receive +100% increased damage while sleeping. (A sleeping character cannot gain mana. The sleeping target is woken once it takes damage. This excludes damage from Minions and Fiends. This effect is uncleansable.)
When was Chikao released? +
Chikao was released on Aug 27, 2024.
Which family does Chikao belong to? +
Chikao belongs to the Ninja Family. Bonus for 1/2/3 Unique Heroes:. 5%/10%/15% chance to dodge normal attacks and Special Skills. 5%/10%/15% chance to counterattack with 60%/90%/120% of the damage received.
What are Chikao's passive skills? +
Weaker Minions: Enemy Minions have -50% HP.
What is the mana speed of Chikao? +
Chikao has Charge mana speed.