10 Beginner Mistakes in RAID: Shadow Legends (And How to Avoid Them)
RAID: Shadow Legends rewards smart planning and punishes impatience. Many new players struggle not because they lack strong champions but because they make avoidable early-game mistakes that slow progression, waste resources, and create frustration.
This article breaks down the 10 most common beginner mistakes in Raid and explains how to fix them so you can progress faster and enjoy the game properly.
Mistake #1 – Leveling Too Many Champions at the Same Time
This is the number one reason beginners get stuck.
New players often try to build:
- Multiple damage dealers
- Several support champions
- Random epics pulled early
Why This Is a Problem
- Experience gets split inefficiently
- No champion reaches Level 60 quickly
- Content feels harder than intended
The Fix
Focus all resources on one champion at a time, preferably your starter champion. One strong champion is worth more than five weak ones.
Mistake #2 – Abandoning Your Starter RAID Champion Too Early
Starter champions are designed to carry early-game content. Players often replace them immediately after pulling an Epic or Legendary champion.
Why This Is a Problem
- Starter champions are cheap to build
- They excel at Campaign farming
- They scale well into mid-game
The Fix
Fully build your starter champion before switching focus. They remain useful far longer than most beginners expect.
Mistake #3 – Spending Gems Without a Plan – typical mistake in RAID
Gems are the most versatile currency in RAID – and also the most commonly wasted.
Common Gem Mistakes
- Buying random shop packs
- Refreshing the market repeatedly
- Pulling shards impulsively
The Fix
Use gems for:
- Gem Mine upgrades
- Energy refills
- Masteries for your first Level 60 champion
Gems spent wisely accelerate progress exponentially.
Mistake #4 – Upgrading Low-Quality Gear
New players often upgrade every artifact they equip.
Why This Is a Problem
- Silver drains extremely fast
- Bad gear becomes obsolete quickly
- Progress slows due to poor stats
The Fix
Upgrade only gear with:
- Correct main stats (Speed boots, % chests)
- Useful substats
- Proper rarity (5★ and higher when possible)
Silver management is progression management.
Mistake #5 – Using Skill Books Incorrectly
Skill tomes are rare and irreplaceable.
Common Errors
- Using Epic books on Rare champions
- Booking champions without understanding their skills
The Fix
- Match book rarity to champion rarity
- Read skill descriptions before investing
- Book only champions you plan to use long-term
Mistake #6 – Pulling Shards Outside Events
Summoning champions is exciting – but timing matters.
Why This Is a Problem
- Lower chance of high-rarity champions
- Missed opportunities during 2x events
The Fix
Save shards for:
- 2x summoning events
- Guaranteed champion events
Patience leads to stronger rosters.
Mistake #7 – Ignoring Accuracy and Speed Stats
Many beginners focus only on Attack or HP.
Why This Is a Problem
- Debuffs fail without accuracy
- Slow champions lose turns
- Teams collapse under pressure
The Fix
- Build speed on almost every champion
- Add accuracy to debuff champions
- Understand stat thresholds per dungeon
Speed wins fights.
Mistake #8 – Not Participating in Clan Boss Daily – One of the Biggest Mistakes in RAID
Clan Boss is one of the best reward sources in the game.
What Players Miss Out On
- Shards
- Skill books
- High-quality gear
The Fix
Join an active clan and hit Clan Boss every day – even low damage adds up.
Mistake #9 – Ignoring Missions and Challenges
Missions are designed to guide progression logically.
Why This Is a Problem
- Players farm inefficient content
- Miss guaranteed rewards
- Get stuck unnecessarily
The Fix
Use Missions and Challenges as a roadmap. They teach the correct progression path.
Mistake #10 – Expecting Instant Progress
RAID is a long-term progression game.
The Reality
- Power builds over weeks, not days
- Consistency beats luck
- Smart planning always wins
The Fix
Focus on daily habits:
- Energy usage
- Clan Boss
- Events
- Gear improvement
Final Takeaway – Avoid These Mistakes in Raid, Progress Faster
Avoiding these ten mistakes will:
- Save weeks of progression time
- Preserve valuable resources
- Make RAID far more enjoyable
Smart decisions early define your entire account.