Kesso in Last Asylum: Plague
Kesso is an SSR Warrior damage dealer, and 2 of the 4 popular tier lists give him A. Some players spell his name Keeso. He throws spears from range, calls a war eagle named Rex and gains attack when his HP runs low. Kesso is a solid filler for a Warrior squad, but rankings give him no team buff, so stronger damage dealers replace him over time.
Kesso Stats
Kesso belongs to the Warrior faction, has SSR rarity and plays as a damage dealer. Kesso begins at level 1 with 23 ATK, 1,496 HP and 15 DEF, plus 50 Command (CMD), the troops the hero leads. With level 150 and 50 star steps (10 full stars) done, Kesso climbs to 15,015 ATK, 939,248 HP and 9,744 DEF, with 350 CMD. Ranked among all 31 heroes, Kesso is 15th in ATK, 24th in HP and 22nd in DEF. The strongest of the three is ATK, the weakest HP.
The numbers above come from level and star upgrades alone. In battle Ravens, gear and base buildings add more, so the full build reaches 686,515 power. Full-build power puts Kesso 23rd among 31 heroes. Level 150 on its own, before any star, gives 11,680 ATK, 730,553 HP and 7,579 DEF. Unlocking Kesso takes 10 shards, the 50 star steps take 975 more. In shard terms, 1 SSR Hero Omni Shard equals 1 hero shard. Once a hero has full stars, it can enter the Hall of Honor; the honor level goes up to 600 there.
| Stat | Level 1 | Level 150 | Level 150, 10 stars |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATK | 23 | 11,680 | 15,015 |
| HP | 1,496 | 730,553 | 939,248 |
| DEF | 15 | 7,579 | 9,744 |
| CMD | 50 | 350 | 350 |
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Rarity | SSR |
| Faction | Warrior |
| Role | Damage dealer |
| Power at full build | 686,515 |
| SSR Hero Omni Shard | Counts as 1 hero shard |
| Shards to unlock | 10 |
| Shards for all star steps | 975 |
| Hall of Honor: level cap | 600 |
Kesso Skills
Kesso attacks from range with one spear every 0.9 seconds. His five skills are a spear throw, a war eagle burst skill, a double spear active skill, a low HP passive and a support skill. The table runs every skill from level 1 to 40, with the upgrading star beside each one. The heroes list has the general rules.
| Skill | Type | Effect from level 1 to level 40 | Upgrades |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spear Throw | Auto attack | Throws a spear, dealing 94.5% to 270% ATK Physical DMG to a single enemy. |
Hero star 5: Deals 25% extra damage. Hero star 25: Extra damage increases to 60%. Hero star 50: Extra damage increases to 120%.
At star 50: 207.9% to 594%
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| Summon Warhawk | Ultimate, 9 s cooldown | Blows a whistle to summon a war eagle, which attacks with 105% to 300% of Kesso's ATK and 25% HP for 10s. |
Unlocks at hero level 5
Hero star 10: Rex's inherited ATK increases by 40%. Hero star 30: Rex's inherited ATK increases by 60%. Hero star 50: Rex's inherited ATK increases by 100%.
At star 50: 305% to 500%
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| Hunting Skills | Active, 5 s cooldown | Quickly throws 2 spears, randomly attacking 2 enemies, each dealing 350.7% to 1,002% ATK Physical DMG. |
Unlocks at hero level 10
Hero star 15: Deals 20% extra damage. Hero star 35: Split Shot +1 Hero star 45: Extra damage increases to 50%.
At star 45: 526.05% to 1,503%
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| Wild Survival | Passive | In combat, increases ATK by 20.5% to 40% for 5s when your HP drops below 30% for the first time. |
Unlocks at hero level 20
Hero star 20: Effect increases by 4%. Hero star 45: Effect increases by 2% and Duration +1s. Hero star 50: Effect increases by 10%.
At star 50: 36.5% to 56%
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| Tenacity | Support | ATK, HP and DEF+10% |
Unlocks at hero level 30 and star 40
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Hunting Skills throws 2 spears at random enemies, each for 350.7% to 1,002% ATK, and the upgrade at star 35 adds a third spear, up to 1,503% per spear. Summon Warhawk summons Rex, who fights for 10 seconds and inherits 105% to 300% of Kesso's ATK. Wild Survival raises ATK by 20.5% to 40% for 5 seconds the first time his HP falls below 30%, and it reaches 56% at the top.
Skill Priority
Four of Kesso's skills take Skill Badges. Here is the order that fits his numbers.
- Hunting Skills. It has the biggest single hit in his kit and returns every 5 seconds. Damage and a third spear arrive with stars 15, 35 and 45.
- Summon Warhawk. The eagle adds a second attacker for 10 seconds, and stars 10, 30 and 50 raise the ATK that Rex inherits.
- Wild Survival. It triggers once per fight, so it comes after the two attacks. Star 45 adds 1 second to the boost, and star 50 raises it by another 10%.
- Spear Throw. At star 50 the spear reaches 594% ATK, but it still goes last. Tenacity costs no badges.
Kesso Build
Awakening and exclusive weapons are reserved for UR heroes, which leaves Kesso with stars, Skill Badges and gear. Reaching star 50 takes 975 shards in total. At star 40 he gets Tenacity, a 10 percent bonus to ATK, HP and DEF. Level 5 needs 20 stars, level 10 needs 30 and level 20 needs 40.
Flat stats from gear sit on top, and the gear page lists the four slots. The upgrade guide shows what each step costs, which is worth checking before you spend on a hero that rankings treat as a stopgap.
Is Kesso Worth It
Kesso is worth using when the damage slot is empty. Rankings describe him as a flexible damage dealer with middle of the road damage and no unique utility. They do not call him a trap, and they add that he moves to the bench once Greenwald, Claire or Bestar arrive. Several lists place him next to Lucius, Celia and Sivir in the same early Warrior group.
The video below ranks Warriors that free players can build. Kesso is not its subject, yet it helps you compare him with other low cost Warriors before you spend shards.
His spears and his eagle both attack from range, so he stands behind the Tanks. He does not heal, shield or buff, which is why the squad around him must bring those jobs. His passive only fires when his HP falls under 30%, so a front row that holds well keeps it unused, and that is fine, because the spears and the eagle carry his damage.
How to Get Kesso
Kesso is open from day 0 of the server, so you can recruit him at any time. Ten Kesso Shards unlock him. The shards arrive from the tavern and from event prizes, and SSR Omni Shards can replace missing ones. The heroes list explains tickets, pull rates and Omni Shards. A full 50 star build takes 975 shards, which is a large bill for a hero that rankings expect you to replace.
Best Team for Kesso
Kesso stands in the back row and fits squads that want the Warrior faction bonus. He has no skill that helps other heroes, so his place depends on the faction count.
| Squad | Heroes | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| All Warriors, no UR | Kesso, Lucius, Sivir, Bella, Claire | Free accounts that want five Warriors |
| Warrior core with URs | Arthur, Daskal, Billy, Ulfrid, Kesso | Efficiency pick with three Warriors and two Warlocks |
Once a better damage dealer appears, Kesso is the first hero to leave these squads. Look at the best team page for squads by mode, and the tier list to see who replaces him.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kesso worth building?
Kesso is worth building as a filler, not as a main damage dealer. Ratings differ by list, from B+ to A, and A is the grade that 2 of the 4 lists agree on. Rankings call his damage average and note that he has no team buff. Use him while the slot is empty and bench him once a stronger SSR damage dealer arrives.
Which Kesso skill should I level first?
Level Hunting Skills first, then Summon Warhawk, then Wild Survival. Hunting Skills throws two spears at random enemies and returns every 5 seconds. Summon Warhawk calls an eagle that fights for 10 seconds. The auto attack Spear Throw comes last, and the support skill Tenacity takes none of your badges.
How do I get Kesso?
Kesso is free from the start: 10 Kesso Shards unlock him, and the shards come from the tavern and from event rewards, with SSR Omni Shards covering what is missing. Some players type his name as Keeso, but it is the same hero. No server day gates him, so he is easy to unlock early.
What does the eagle do for Kesso?
Summon Warhawk summons the war eagle Rex for 10 seconds. Rex attacks with 105% to 300% of Kesso's ATK between skill levels 1 and 40, and 25% of his HP. The star upgrades at 10, 30 and 50 raise the ATK Rex inherits, so the eagle reaches 500% of Kesso's ATK at the top.
Is Kesso or Claire better?
Claire is better on most lists. Both are SSR Warrior damage dealers, and Claire has 685,150 power against 686,515 for Kesso. Her passive buffs the monster damage of the three strongest Warriors, while Kesso has no squad buff. Kesso fills a Warrior slot until Claire is ready, and he keeps the full Warrior bonus.