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Shadowstrix Build Guide

Stealth assassin · a Mistfall Hunter class.

Last updated 2026-10-23

Concept illustration of the Shadowstrix class archetype — Mistfall Hunter
Our original AI concept art of the Shadowstrix archetype — illustrative, not official game art.

The standout solo/PvP pick at launch. DevNote #8 (Aug 20) called its mobility and front-line strength too dominant, and it was cut on Aug 12, Aug 19, Aug 28 and Sep 3. Where it stands now is unclear. Reported Steam news / DevNotes ↗

At a glance

RoleStealth assassin
WeaponsDaggers and Dual Blades — two weapon stances Gematsu game hub ↗
Best forSolo
Current tierTier A (editorial read of the patch notes) Reported Steam news / DevNotes ↗
Mistfall Hunter official gameplay screenshotMistfall Hunter official gameplay screenshot

Official Mistfall Hunter gameplay — source: Steam ↗.

Abilities & build

Open from stealth, burst down a soft target in seconds, then vanish and reposition — you assassinate rather than duel. Reported Steam store (App 3282300) ↗

Weapondagger, dual blades
Loadout / skillsinvisibility, shadow strike, smoke bomb, critical strike, ambush tactics
Playstylestealthy assassin focusing on high burst damage and mobility.

Reported Community reports (beta) ↗ — community-reported loadout, not official; exact stat numbers aren't public.

Stat priority: Fan builds prioritize Critical Hit Chance, Critical Hit Damage and Attack Speed, with Agility and Armor Penetration. Reported Community reports (beta) ↗

Strengths & weaknesses

Strengths

  • Controls when and how every fight starts
  • Top-tier burst from stealth
  • Best-in-class mobility/disengage

Weaknesses

  • Squishy if caught in a straight fight
  • Reliant on landing the opener
  • Cut four times since launch (Aug 12 to Sep 3 patches)

Matchups

Matchups are community theory, not measured data. Reported Steam store (App 3282300) ↗

Strong against

  • Sorcerer
  • Blackarrow
  • Seer

Weak against

  • Mercenary
  • Withered Knight (durable frontliners who survive the opener)

Shadowstrix FAQ

Is Shadowstrix good in Mistfall Hunter?

The standout solo/PvP pick at launch. DevNote #8 (Aug 20) called its mobility and front-line strength too dominant, and it was cut on Aug 12, Aug 19, Aug 28 and Sep 3. Where it stands now is unclear.

What's the best Shadowstrix build and skills?

Fan builds prioritize Critical Hit Chance, Critical Hit Damage and Attack Speed, with Agility and Armor Penetration. Note: specific ability names are community-reported and not officially confirmed.

Is Shadowstrix solo viable?

Yes — Shadowstrix is one of our solo picks; see the tier list for the patch-note reasons.

Shadowstrix vs Mercenary — who wins?

Matchups are community theory, not measured data. Reported strong against Sorcerer, Blackarrow, Seer; reported weak against Mercenary, Withered Knight (durable frontliners who survive the opener).

What weapons does Shadowstrix use?

Daggers and Dual Blades — two weapon stances (weapon detail is community-reported unless badged confirmed).

Keep reading

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MercenarySorcererBlackarrowSeerWithered Knight