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Von Rothbart
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Von Rothbart "Feared Magician"
Von_Rothbart

Hero Review

Von Rothbart Review: The Silent Swan Song of Death

"Von Rothbart danced into the arena as a meta-breaking monster, silencing entire teams with his spreading Ballad of Pain. But after a silent mechanic change and the rise of Toons, is the show over? We break down why he's still a lethal offensive weapon if you know who to target."

Special Skill

Special Skill Icon
Special Skill

Ballad of Pain

Mana Speed
Average
  • Deals 550% damage to the target.
  • The target dances to Ballad of Pain for 4 turns. The dance spreads to nearby enemies.
  • Ballad of Pain:
  • The dancer gets silenced.
  • When the dance ends, the target suffers 1700 damage.
  • All existing status effects will be removed a dance status effect is added.
  • Dance gives immunity to new status effects. New dance status effect will replace this effect.
  • Dance effect cannot be dispelled. This effect is removed when the caster is defeated.
⚑ Tile Breakpoints Guide
10Base Tiles
12% Bonus
9Tiles

Family Bonus

Challenge - Opera
Family Bonus

Challenge - Opera

  • Heroes become stronger when teamed with other unique Heroes of the same family.
  • Bonus for 1/2/3 Heroes:
  • +5% / +10% / +15% attack.
  • +5% / +10% / +15% defense.
  • +5% / +10% / +15% HP.
  • The members of this family have additional perks in the Secrets of the Opera event.

Passives

Passive Icon
Inherent Abilities

Passive Skills

  • Resist Defense Ailments
    This character has innate resistance against status ailments that affect defense. Doesn't apply to status ailments that affect elemental defense.
  • Heal when status ailment expires or is cleared
    This character receives 10% health each time a status ailment expires or is cleansed, removed or reallocated from them. This effect can activate only once per turn.

Aether Power

Special Boost
Aether Power

Special Boost

At the start of each battle, this Hero's Special Skill deals an additional 30% damage 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, Von Rothbart 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!
purple_epic_magic

Wayward Wizards

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

Mystic Mages

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

General Information

Hero Name

Von Rothbart "Feared Magician"

  • Rarity
    starstarstarstarstar
  • Element
    DarkDark
  • Class
    SorcererSorcerer
  • Mana SpeedAverage
  • Skill Types
  • SourceChallenge - Secrets of the Opera
  • Family
    Opera FamilyOpera Family
  • Aether Power
    Special BoostSpecial Boost
  • Release DateAug 22, 2024
  • Availability
    Coach:Aug 22, 2026
    HA10:Aug 22, 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_trap_tools4
β˜…β˜…β˜…
Tier 4Ascension Cost
Food708K
hero_damascus_blade1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_royal_tabard6
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_tome_of_tactics1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_trap_tools4
β˜…β˜…β˜…

Limit Break Requirements

Tier
Materials
Limit Break 1Unlock Cost
hero_limitbreak_legendary_purple5
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_epic_purple20
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_purple35
β˜…β˜…β˜…
LB 1 LevelsTotal Cost
hero_battle_manual5
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_tall_boots5
β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_trap_tools1
β˜…β˜…β˜…
Limit Break 2Unlock Cost
hero_limitbreak_alpha10
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_legendary_purple1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_epic_purple5
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_purple10
β˜…β˜…β˜…
LB 2 LevelsTotal Cost
hero_royal_tabard1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_legendary_purple1
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_epic_purple3
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
hero_limitbreak_rare_purple5
β˜…β˜…β˜…

Stats & Emblems

Simulation: 0 Emblems

LevelATKDEFHPπŸ’ͺ
4/80
1174
1052
1874
1092
4/85lb1
1265
1134
2020
1168
4/90lb2
1447
1297
2311
1318
Calculated Bonuses
Attack
+225 & +3%
Defense
+72
Health
+172 & +3%
Mana
+4%
Crit
+2%
Resource Costs
Emblems
1,740
Master
50
Food
6,041,800
Iron
6,041,800
+36
+15
+18
+15
+2%
+15
+3%
+18
+18
+15
+15
+36
+18
+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

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)

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Visual Design

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Von Rothbart

What element and rarity is Von Rothbart in Empires & Puzzles? +
Von Rothbart is a 5 star Dark hero (Purple) with legendary rarity.
What is Von Rothbart's special skill? +
Von Rothbart's special skill is called "Ballad of Pain". Deals 550% damage to the target. The target dances to Ballad of Pain for 4 turns. The dance spreads to nearby enemies. Ballad of Pain: The dancer gets silenced. When the dance ends, the target suffers 1700 damage. All existing status effects will be removed a dance status effect is added. Dance gives immunity to new status effects. New dance status effect will replace this effect. Dance effect cannot be dispelled. This effect is removed when the caster is defeated.
When was Von Rothbart released? +
Von Rothbart was released on Aug 22, 2024.
Which family does Von Rothbart belong to? +
Von Rothbart belongs to the Opera Family. Heroes become stronger when teamed with other unique Heroes of the same family.. Bonus for 1/2/3 Heroes:. +5% / +10% / +15% attack.. +5% / +10% / +15% defense.. +5% / +10% / +15% HP.. The members of this family have additional perks in the Secrets of the Opera event.
What are Von Rothbart's passive skills? +
Resist Defense Ailments: This character has innate resistance against status ailments that affect defense. Doesn't apply to status ailments that affect elemental defense.. Heal when status ailment expires or is cleared: This character receives 10% health each time a status ailment expires or is cleansed, removed or reallocated from them. This effect can activate only once per turn.
What is the mana speed of Von Rothbart? +
Von Rothbart has Average mana speed.