Build and skill tree guide for Layla in Sword of Convallaria (SoC). See the best gear (weapon/trinket/tarot), skin, tier, and review here!
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Layla's Tier & Basic Info
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Movement Stats
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3 | Normal | 2 | 2 |
Layla's Tier
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Review & How to Get
Review | - Excellent Area Control with Assisting Cover and Alert - Can reposition multiple allies simultaneously - Team-wide durability increase - Attacks and applies Vulnerable II in a wide area |
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How to Get | - Obtain from Gacha (Summon) |
Layla Pros and Strength
Wide Range Attacks
Layla's trait allows her to [Preempt] enemy attacks from all directions. After using [Cloud Slash], this effect switches to Alert and allows Layla to control a large area with attacks up to 7 times (depends on ★s) per turn.
AoE Damage Build

The damage of Layla's Alert attacks are low, so if you want to utilize her as an AoE damage dealer, increase the number of Alert triggers and her off-turn
damage. Equip her with a Hunter's Intuition Trinket, [Destruction of the Tower] Tarot, [Encounter Stance] passive, her Leader's Aura, and buffs from other allies.
Defend Your Allies
By combining the effects of 【Shared Tribulation】 and 【Shelter from the Storm】, Layla can reposition nearby allies and grant them protective buffs. Timely use of this potent combination essentially allows Layla to protect her entire team from large damage by herself.
Resistant to Ranged Attacks
Layla's trait passively increases her M.Def, while the effects of 【Shared Tribulation】 grants [Block Enhancement II], which further increases her resistance to ranged attacks. Compared to other Defenders, Layla is particularly effective in stages where there are plenty of enemies that utilize both magical and physical ranged attacks.
Night Crimson Leader's Aura

At RK 7, Layla can choose to unlock her Leader's Aura, which effectively strengthens two of the best attackers in the game: SP Rawiyah, and Tristan. If you ever plan on using either of these two characters, consider pairing them with Layla to further amplify their damage.
List of All CharactersRequires a Healer/Support
The Alert effect from 【Cloud Slash】 only lasts 1 turn after casting, meaning you will need to prepare 3 NRG every time you want to use it. Additionally, Layla's [Assisting Cover] forces Layla to take the damage in place of her ally. Without a means of self-sustain or NRG recovery (until 5★), Layla becomes unable to sustain her protection without the help of a healer.
Recommended Allies
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Consider pairing Layla with someone like Taair, who increases SPD, Heals, and recovers NRG, which are all relevant stats for Layla's kit. Otherwise, a regular healer like Inanna, Samantha, or even Angel will allow Layla to participate in sustained combat.
Star Level Up Priority & Recommended Stars for Layla
Aim to Reach 2★ → 3★ → 4★
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Start by aiming for 2-stars to increase the number of her preemptive actions, then focus on 3-stars to widen her range, and 4-stars to further boost preemptive actions. At 5-stars, she gains +1 NRG recovery, but this can be covered by other characters or tactical skills. So, aim for 5-stars only if you have extra Memory Shards to spare.
Best Builds for Layla
Alert Build
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This build focuses on utilizing Layla as an offensive off-turn
damage dealer. Bring allies that will allow Layla to use 【Cloud Slash】 consistently by supplying her with NRG and offensive buffs.
Assisting Cover Build
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This is a build that focuses on using [Assisting Cover] as a team-wide defensive strategy. The equipment and skill selection makes Layla very survivable, and will shine much better if paired with a potent healer character.
Priority Skills
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![]() | ★★★★★ An essential Skill for [Assisting Cover] builds. The [Comrades] effect, which reduces enemy ATK when dealing damage with Preempt/Alert, is also excellent. Note the effect of warping allies can sometimes result in bad positioning. |
![]() | ★★★★★ A Reaction that greatly reduces damage taken from the front. In [Assisting Cover] builds, single-target attacks are generally taken from the front, making it very effective. |
![]() | ★★★★★ A Skill that deals AoE damage and applies [Vulnerable II], while changing the Trait’s Preempt to [Alert]. It’s a key skill for attacker builds, but with a high 3 NRG cost and an [Alert] effect lasting just one turn, you’ll want to use it as often as possible by supplying Layla with NRG. |
![]() | ★★★★★ If 3 or more debuffs are applied to the target, this is the highest damage amongst Layla's single-target attacks, so prioritize this over the alternatives. |
![]() | ★★★★ A Skill that significantly increases the survivability of your entire party. After using [Shared Tribulation], use this Skill to further bolster your team's defenses. Additionally, it is also effective in stages with AoE attacks since it increases ally durability. |
![]() | ★★★★ An aura that strengthens characters of the |
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![]() | ★★★ In Assisting Cover builds, this is especially effective when allies are gathered by [Shared Tribulation]. Choose to equip either [Battlefield Travel] or this Skill. |
![]() | ★★★ A Reaction that Dodges a Ranged attack from an enemy with lower SPD than Layla once per turn, then performs a [Strikes Back]. It's ineffective against Melee attacks, so equip this in stages where Ranged attacks are prevalent or when not using [Assisting Cover]. |
![]() | ★★★ A Skill that unconditionally reduces damage taken by 15% and nullifies [Scorch] and Skill interruptions. In [Assisting Cover] builds, choose to equip either [Co-Defense] or this. It can also remove traps and special terrain, making it useful in specific stages or against enemies that like to manipulate the terrain. |
![]() | ★★★ A passive that adds 40% of MDEF to P.ATK and increases HP by 10%. Equip this when orienting Layla towards offense. |
![]() | ★★ Effective in stages where dispelling enemy buffs is necessary. Consider equipping it if Layla's damage is not a priority. |
![]() | ★ Effective in some stages, such as those where you need to stop enemies from escaping. |
Recommended Gear, Tarots, & Engravings
Recommended Weapons for Layla
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For an Attacker build, the [Newborn Blade], which greatly boosts HP and physical attack, or the [Cornucopia Dagger], which excels at NRG recovery and supports frequent use of [Cloud Slash], are recommended. For an [Assisting Cover] build, equip the [Guardian's Will] or [Dueling Dagger], both of which significantly increase Layla's durability when paired with the [Shield of Justice] trinket.
Recommended Trinkets for Layla
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For Layla, if you're going for an offensive build, [Hunter’s Intuition] is essential—it greatly enhances her [Alert] skill and boosts her number of actions. If you're focusing on a support-defense build instead, [Shield of Justice] is a strong choice, granting a Physical Shield and raising her stats, while [Mystery Guardian] is great for increasing her overall durability.
Recommended Tarots for Layla
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For an offense-focused build, [Tower] is especially recommended since it gives a major boost to [Alert] damage. If you're building Layla for [Assisting Cover], [Hermit] is a great pick, enhancing your durability and helping you hold the line.
Recommended Engravings for Layla
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![]() ![]() | Before actively attacking, for each 1 tile traversed, increases ATK and DEF by 4%, up to 12%. The effect lasts until the start of the next turn, |
![]() ![]() | After using a [basic attack], [skill], [strike back], or [assisting attack], gains 1 random [Level 2 Attribute Buff]. |
![]() ![]() | Decreases physical DMG taken by 15%. |
For Attacker builds, [Sword + Wand] is recommended to boost stats, or [Wand + Wand] to gain multiple buffs. For [Assisting Cover] builds, go with [Wand + Pentacle] or [Pentacle + Cup] to enhance durability and stay on the front line longer.
Layla Skill Unlock Priorities
Recommended Skill Set
* Tap a skill to view its details below.
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If you are planning on using Layla's Assisting Cover build, take both skills at RK3. Otherwise, you can pick the skill that you prefer. Once you hit RK7, prioritize taking [Cloud Slash], and then return for the [Night Crimson] Leader's Aura once you have the Castalia to spare.
Skill Details
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(Passive) For each ally within a 2-tile radius of the character, DEF increases by 10%, up to 40%. |
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(Reaction) When attacked by a ranged attack from |
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(Leader's Aura) For all "Night Crimson" allies in battle, increases ATK by 10%, DEF by 20%, and DMG by 12%. |
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(Physical DMG) Deals 3 hits of 25% physical DMG to all enemies within a 2-tile radius of the character, inflicting | |
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(Basic Attack) Deals 50% physical DMG 2 times and dispels 2 | |
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(Basic Attack) Single-target attack. Deals 75% Physical DMG. Before attacking, if the target has 3 or more | |
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(Passive) Reduces DMG taken by 15%, immune to |
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(Passive) 40% of the character's M.DEF is added to P.ATK, HP is increased by 10% at the start of the battle. |
Layla's Trait & Skills
Layla's Trait
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![]() | [Iris Vanguard] Increases M.DEF by 25%. |
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![]() | Increases M.DEF by 25%. |
![]() | Increases M.DEF by 15%. |
![]() | Increases M.DEF by 15%. |
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Layla's Base Skills
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[Basic Attack] Cost: - / CD: - (Basic Attack) Deals 100% Physical DMG. | |
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[Skill] Cost: 2 / CD: 0 (Physical DMG) Single-target attack. Deals 130% DMG. Before attacking, the character gains |
Skills That Can Be Learned at RK1
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[Skill] Cost: - / CD: - (Passive) For each ally within a 2-tile radius of the character, DEF increases by 10%, up to 40%. | |
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[Skill] Cost: 3 / CD: 3回 (Support) |
Skills That Can Be Learned at RK3
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[Skill] Cost: 2 / CD: 3 (Support) | |
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[Skill] Cost: 0 / CD: 3 (Support) Grants |
Skills That Can Be Learned at RK5
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[Reaction] Cost: - / CD: - (Reaction) When attacked by a ranged attack from | |
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[Reaction] Cost: - / CD: - (Reaction) When hit by an active attack from the |
Skills That Can Be Learned at RK7
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[Skill] Cost: - / CD: - (Leader's Aura) For all "Night Crimson" allies in battle, increases ATK by 10%, DEF by 20%, and DMG by 12%. | |
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[Skill] Cost: 3 / CD: 0 (Physical DMG) Deals 3 hits of 25% physical DMG to all enemies within a 2-tile radius of the character, inflicting |
Skills That Can Be Learned at RK9
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[Basic Attack] Cost: - / CD: - (Basic Attack) Deals 50% physical DMG 2 times and dispels 2 | |
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[Basic Attack] Cost: - / CD: - (Basic Attack) Single-target attack. Deals 75% Physical DMG. Before attacking, if the target has 3 or more |
Skills That Can Be Learned at RK11
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[Skill] Cost: - / CD: - (Passive) Reduces DMG taken by 15%, immune to | |
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[Skill] Cost: - / CD: - (Passive) 40% of the character's M.DEF is added to P.ATK, HP is increased by 10% at the start of the battle. |
Weapons That Layla Can Equip
List of Weapons
Layla's Voice Actor & Release Date
Layla Voice Actor
VA | Japanese VA: Endo Aya Chinese VA: Mu Fei |
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Released on Friday, February 14
Layla was released on Friday, February 14. Since the character is added to the standard banner, they can still be obtained even after the limited-time banner ends.
Layla's Skin
Initial | Ascended |
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▲ Unlock Ascended Skin when character reaches Star Level 5.
Layla comes from an aristocratic background, but she is willing to betray the interests of the aristocracy, always standing up against all evil and injustice, believing that even the smallest light can drive away the deepest darkness. Holding this idealism close to her heart, she is not only a refuge in the hearts of her troopers, but also an immortal light that illuminates everyone's way forward."