RAID Shadow Legends: Understanding the Pity System and Its Effectiveness

If you're diving into the world of *RAID: Shadow Legends*, you're no stranger to the thrill and frustration of summoning new champions using shards. The game's RNG (random number generator) system can make those pulls a rollercoaster of emotions, especially when you're chasing those elusive Legendary champions. To mitigate the sting of bad luck, Plarium has introduced what the community affectionately refers to as the "Pity System." Let's explore what this system entails, how effective it is, and whether it truly benefits free-to-play (F2P) and low-spender players.

What Is the Pity System in RAID: Shadow Legends?

The Pity System is a behind-the-scenes mechanic that boosts your chances of summoning higher rarity champions, such as Epics and Legendaries, the longer you go without pulling one. In essence, if your luck runs dry for an extended period, the game gradually increases your odds until you finally land that coveted champion. This system aims to prevent those dreaded "dry streaks" where players might summon dozens, if not hundreds, of shards without getting anything remarkable. Although Plarium doesn't spotlight this feature in-game, it's been verified through datamining, developer statements, and the collective experiences of the player base.

Sacred Shards

• Base Legendary chance: 6% per pull.
• Mercy kicks in: After 12 pulls without a Legendary.
• After your 12th Sacred pull with no Legendary, each additional pull increases your Legendary odds by 2%.

Here’s how the system escalates:

• 13th pull = 8% chance
• 14th pull = 10% chance
• 15th pull = 12% chance

Is the Pity System Helpful for the Average Player?

Determining the usefulness of the Pity System isn't straightforward. While it's designed to aid players, many report that the system activates so late that they've often already pulled a Legendary champion by the time it kicks in. So, while having a Pity System is undoubtedly beneficial, especially in a gacha game like *RAID: Shadow Legends*, it could be more effective with some adjustments.

For free-to-play players, the grind can be particularly disheartening when Legendary champions remain out of reach. The Pity System is a welcome feature, yet it could be enhanced. For instance, reducing the number of pulls needed to trigger the Pity System from 200 to perhaps 150 or 170 would allow players to conserve more shards and feel the system's benefits more tangibly.

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