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Nithgaest
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Nithgaest "Beowulf's Bane"
Nithgaest

Hero Review

Nithgaest Hero Review: Beowulf's Bane or Just A Burning Lizard?

"Nithgaest arrived with a roar, a nerf, and then a redemption arc. This heavy-hitting lizard brings a unique 'Burning Touch' mechanic that punishes enemies for daring to strike back. We analyze if his mix of damage, counterattack, and passive utility makes him a must-have in today's cutthroat meta."

Special Skill

Special Skill Icon
Special Skill

Rush of Flame

Mana Speed
Average
  • Deals 335% damage to the target and nearby enemies.
  • The caster and nearby allies counterattack with 150% of the damage received for 4 turns.
  • Caster and nearby allies get Burning Touch for 4 turns. (Burning Touch: Each time the owner of this status effect counterattacks an enemy, the attacker receives 492 Burn damage over 4 turns.)
⚑ Tile Breakpoints Guide
10Base Tiles
12% Bonus
9Tiles

Family Bonus

Challenge - Beowulf
Family Bonus

Challenge - Beowulf

  • Bonus for 1 / 2 Heroes:
  • 75% / 100% chance to cleanse a random cleansable status ailment from all allies when this character receives damage from an enemy's Special Skill. This effect can activate only once per turn.
  • The members of this family have additional perks in the Beowulf’s Challenge event.

Passives

Passive Icon
Inherent Abilities

Passive Skills

  • Perfect Accuracy
    This character's Special Skill never misses its target.
  • Empowered Resist Mana Reduction
    This character is immune to mana reduction. They also gain 600 boosted health and 10% mana each time they resist.
  • Stacking Attack On Damage Received
    When this character receives damage from Special Skills, they gain +30% attack Stack (Max: 10). One Stack can be gained per turn.

Aether Power

Ailment Immunity
Aether Power

Ailment Immunity

At the start of each battle, this Hero is immune to new status ailments for 6 turns.

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

Matching Legendary Troops

Fighter
Cleric
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yellow_legendary_fighter
Unstoppable Fighter
Fighter
Rogue
status_effect_attack_reduction_legendary_troop
yellow_legendary_swashbuckler
Swashbuckler Fighter
Cleric
Fighter
extra_heal_on_heal_legendary_troop
yellow_legendary_cleric
Unwavering Cleric
Rogue
Fighter
status_effect_attack_addition_legendary_troop
yellow_legendary_master_assassin
Battle Master Assassin

These troops provide full Class Synergy bonuses when equipped on Fighter heroes of the Yellow 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, Nithgaest 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!
yellow_epic_magic

Divine Wizards

Magic Troop
Default10 Tiles
Optimized
9Tiles
Required
LVL 17
Need Bonus:12%
This Troop:+14%
Breakpoint Achieved!
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Monastic Battlemages

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

General Information

Hero Name

Nithgaest "Beowulf's Bane"

  • Rarity
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  • Element
    HolyHoly
  • Class
    FighterFighter
  • Mana SpeedAverage
  • Skill Types
  • SourceChallenge - Beowulf
  • Family
    Beowulf FamilyBeowulf Family
  • Aether Power
    Ailment ImmunityAilment Immunity
  • Release DateMay 18, 2025
  • Availability
    Coach:May 18, 2027
    HA10:May 18, 2027

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_orb_of_magic4
β˜…β˜…β˜…
Tier 4Ascension Cost
Food708K
hero_damascus_blade1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_poison_darts6
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_tome_of_tactics1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_orb_of_magic4
β˜…β˜…β˜…

Limit Break Requirements

Tier
Materials
Limit Break 1Unlock Cost
hero_limitbreak_legendary_yellow5
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hero_limitbreak_epic_yellow20
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_yellow35
β˜…β˜…β˜…
LB 1 LevelsTotal Cost
hero_battle_manual5
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_orb_of_magic1
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_tall_boots5
β˜…β˜…β˜…
Limit Break 2Unlock Cost
hero_limitbreak_alpha10
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_legendary_yellow1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_epic_yellow5
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_yellow10
β˜…β˜…β˜…
LB 2 LevelsTotal Cost
hero_poison_darts1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_legendary_yellow1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_epic_yellow3
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_yellow5
β˜…β˜…β˜…

Stats & Emblems

Simulation: 0 Emblems

LevelATKDEFHPπŸ’ͺ
4/80
1295
1126
2200
1201
4/85lb1
1396
1214
2370
1285
4/90lb2
1597
1389
2712
1452
Calculated Bonuses
Attack
+225 & +4%
Defense
+72 & +3%
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

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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 Nithgaest

What element and rarity is Nithgaest in Empires & Puzzles? +
Nithgaest is a 5 star Holy hero (Yellow) with legendary rarity.
What is Nithgaest's special skill? +
Nithgaest's special skill is called "Rush of Flame". Deals 335% damage to the target and nearby enemies. The caster and nearby allies counterattack with 150% of the damage received for 4 turns. Caster and nearby allies get Burning Touch for 4 turns. (Burning Touch: Each time the owner of this status effect counterattacks an enemy, the attacker receives 492 Burn damage over 4 turns.)
When was Nithgaest released? +
Nithgaest was released on May 18, 2025.
Which family does Nithgaest belong to? +
Nithgaest belongs to the Beowulf Family. Bonus for 1 / 2 Heroes:. 75% / 100% chance to cleanse a random cleansable status ailment from all allies when this character receives damage from an enemy's Special Skill. This effect can activate only once per turn.. The members of this family have additional perks in the Beowulf’s Challenge event.
What are Nithgaest's passive skills? +
Perfect Accuracy: This character's Special Skill never misses its target.. Empowered Resist Mana Reduction: This character is immune to mana reduction. They also gain 600 boosted health and 10% mana each time they resist.. Stacking Attack On Damage Received: When this character receives damage from Special Skills, they gain +30% attack Stack (Max: 10). One Stack can be gained per turn.
What is the mana speed of Nithgaest? +
Nithgaest has Average mana speed.