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Elba
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Elba "Stalwart Protector of Love"
Elba

Hero Review

Elba: The Love Trap You Can't Dispel

"Elba is a walking paradox: she dares you to dispel her buffs. If you do, she heals her team for a massive amount. If you don't, her counterattack punishes you. Is this unique 'damned if you do, damned if you don't' mechanic enough to keep her relevant in today's high-stat meta? Read our full review."

Special Skill

Special Skill Icon
Special Skill

Vanguard of Passion

Mana Speed
Average
  • Deals 325% damage to the target and nearby enemies.
  • Caster and nearby allies recover 1000 health for 4 turns. If the effect is removed before the duration ends, recovers 1300 health instead.
  • The caster and nearby allies counterattack with 125% of the damage received for 4 turns.
⚑ Tile Breakpoints Guide
10Base Tiles
12% Bonus
9Tiles

Family Bonus

Monthly Event - Cupid
Family Bonus

Monthly Event - Cupid

  • Cupid Family grants a solo bonus for any Hero who is the only member of their family on the team:
  • * +20% increase for any healing received.
  • The members of this family have additional perks in the Season of Love event.

Passives

Passive Icon
Inherent Abilities

Passive Skills

  • Resist Special Skill Blocking
    This character is immune to status ailments that prevent the use of Special Skills.

Aether Power

Damage Reduction
Aether Power

Damage Reduction

At the start of each battle, all damage received by this Hero is reduced by -10% 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, Elba 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

Magic Troop
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

Elba "Stalwart Protector of Love"

  • Rarity
    starstarstarstarstar
  • Element
    FireFire
  • Class
    PaladinPaladin
  • Mana SpeedAverage
  • Skill Types
  • SourceMonthly Event - Love Season
  • Family
    Cupid FamilyCupid Family
  • Aether Power
    Damage ReductionDamage Reduction
  • Release DateJan 8, 2024
  • Availability
    Coach:Jan 8, 2026
    HA10:Jan 8, 2026

Ascension Requirements

Tier 2Ascension Cost
Food273K
hero_chainmail_shirt3
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_tall_boots2
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_arcane_scripts3
β˜…β˜…
Tier 3Ascension Cost
Food442K
hero_chainmail_shirt3
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_compass1
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_fine_gloves1
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_hidden_blade4
β˜…β˜…β˜…
Tier 4Ascension Cost
Food708K
hero_damascus_blade1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_mystic_rings6
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_tome_of_tactics1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_hidden_blade4
β˜…β˜…β˜…

Limit Break Requirements

Tier
Materials
Limit Break 1Unlock Cost
hero_limitbreak_legendary_red5
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_epic_red20
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_red35
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_alpha10
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_legendary_red1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_epic_red5
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_red10
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
988
947
1648
966
4/85lb1
1065
1021
1776
1032
4/90lb2
1219
1168
2032
1163
Calculated Bonuses
Attack
+225 & +3%
Defense
+72 & +4%
Health
+172 & +3%
Mana
+2%
Resource Costs
Emblems
1,740
Master
50
Food
6,041,800
Iron
6,041,800
+18
+15
+36
+15
+3%
+18
+3%
+15
+36
+15
+15
+18
+18
+2%
+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?

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Limit Break Priority

Priority for applying Limit Breaks

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Emblem Path

General emblem path preference

Sword path (Attack when possible)
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Node Strategy

Specific node priority strategy

Atk > Def > HP
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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 Elba

What element and rarity is Elba in Empires & Puzzles? +
Elba is a 5 star Fire hero (Red) with legendary rarity.
What is Elba's special skill? +
Elba's special skill is called "Vanguard of Passion". Deals 325% damage to the target and nearby enemies. Caster and nearby allies recover 1000 health for 4 turns. If the effect is removed before the duration ends, recovers 1300 health instead. The caster and nearby allies counterattack with 125% of the damage received for 4 turns.
When was Elba released? +
Elba was released on Jan 8, 2024.
Which family does Elba belong to? +
Elba belongs to the Cupid Family. Cupid Family grants a solo bonus for any Hero who is the only member of their family on the team:. * +20% increase for any healing received.. The members of this family have additional perks in the Season of Love event.
What are Elba's passive skills? +
Resist Special Skill Blocking: This character is immune to status ailments that prevent the use of Special Skills.
What is the mana speed of Elba? +
Elba has Average mana speed.