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πŸ”₯Regina
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πŸ”₯Johan R
πŸ”₯Zippy
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πŸ’ŽL33t-Vortex
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πŸ”₯Arkin
πŸ’ŽThe Struvedogg
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πŸ”₯Lamerko1993
πŸ”₯Psycrowsis [YouTube]
🌟FRED
πŸ”₯Moniqueβ€œMo”
πŸ’ŽMyB!
πŸ”₯Jolord5
🌟MMMiaMMM
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πŸ”₯Caput Corvi
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Zed
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Zed "Imperial Lancer"
Zed

Special Skill

Special Skill Icon
Special Skill

Lance Thrust

Mana Speed
Fast
  • Deals 490% damage to the target.
  • The target gets -34% defense for 2 turns. The effect duration resets if the target is hit with direct damage from a Special Skill.
  • The target gets -34% decrease for any healing received for 2 turns. The effect duration resets if the target is hit with direct damage from a Special Skill.
  • Element Link gives all Dark allies +20% critical chance for 6 turns. This effect cannot be dispelled.
⚑ Tile Breakpoints Guide
8Base Tiles
15% Bonus
7Tiles

Family Bonus

Monthly Hero - 2025
Family Bonus

Monthly Hero - 2025

  • Bonus for 1/2/3 Heroes:
  • * +10%/+15%/+20% critical chance.
  • Bonus for 2+ Heroes:
  • * Element Link affects all allies.

Passives

Passive Icon
Inherent Abilities

Passive Skills

  • Resist Blind
    This character has innate resistance against status ailments that affect accuracy. Doesn't apply to original status effects from allies.
  • Increased Special Skill Damage
    This first 2 times this character casts a Special Skill that deals damage, an additional 50% is added to its power.

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.

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Swashbuckler Fighter
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These troops provide full Class Synergy bonuses when equipped on Fighter heroes of the Purple element.
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Mana Optimization Strategy

How it works

By default, Zed has Fast mana speed, requiring 8 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.

Standard8Tiles
OptimizedFASTER!
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Wayward Wizards

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Default8 Tiles
Optimized
7Tiles
Required
LVL 23
Need Bonus:15%
This Troop:+17%
Breakpoint Achieved!
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Mystic Mages

Mana Troop
Default8 Tiles
Optimized
7Tiles
Required
LVL 29
Need Bonus:15%
This Troop:+15%
Breakpoint Achieved!

General Information

Hero Name

Zed "Imperial Lancer"

  • Rarity
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  • Element
    DarkDark
  • Class
    FighterFighter
  • Mana SpeedFast
  • Skill Types
  • SourceLegends Summon - Hero of the Month
  • Family
    HOTM - 2025 FamilyHOTM - 2025 Family
  • Aether Power
    Attack UpAttack Up
  • Release DateJan 1, 2025
  • Availability
    Coach:Jan 1, 2027
    HA10:Jan 1, 2027

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
1155
1036
1662
1052
4/85lb1
1245
1116
1791
1123
4/90lb2
1424
1277
2049
1267
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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Emblem Path

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Zed

What element and rarity is Zed in Empires & Puzzles? +
Zed is a 5 star Dark hero (Purple) with legendary rarity.
What is Zed's special skill? +
Zed's special skill is called "Lance Thrust". Deals 490% damage to the target. The target gets -34% defense for 2 turns. The effect duration resets if the target is hit with direct damage from a Special Skill. The target gets -34% decrease for any healing received for 2 turns. The effect duration resets if the target is hit with direct damage from a Special Skill. Element Link gives all Dark allies +20% critical chance for 6 turns. This effect cannot be dispelled.
When was Zed released? +
Zed was released on Jan 1, 2025.
Which family does Zed belong to? +
Zed belongs to the HOTM - 2025 Family. Bonus for 1/2/3 Heroes:. * +10%/+15%/+20% critical chance.. Bonus for 2+ Heroes:. * Element Link affects all allies.
What are Zed's passive skills? +
Resist Blind: This character has innate resistance against status ailments that affect accuracy. Doesn't apply to original status effects from allies.. Increased Special Skill Damage: This first 2 times this character casts a Special Skill that deals damage, an additional 50% is added to its power.
What is the mana speed of Zed? +
Zed has Fast mana speed.