Pooch Runrun Best Build and Skill Tree Guide

Build and skill tree guide for Pooch Runrun in Sword of Convallaria (SoC). See the best gear (weapon/trinket/tarot), skin, tier, and review here!

Pooch Runrun's Tier & Basic Info

	Rarity	Legendary
	Role	Destroyer
	Faction	Vltar Elaman Fortitude

Movement Stats

Pooch Runrun's Tier

Overall Rating			Reroll Rating
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Pooch Runrun Pros and Strength

Pooch Runrun's Character Overview

Highly Durable with Many DoTs

Pooch Runrun is a character who can inflict multiple DoT debuffs while also excelling in durability thanks to damage reduction and multiple Dodges. There are two builds available — one that deals DoT by receiving attacks, and one that actively attacks to inflict DoT — so make the most of her by switching between them depending on the stage.

Effectively Counters Single-Target Attacks

Her Trait inflicts DoTs when she is attacked. The Dodge build's main Skill [Spotlight Entrance] grants up to 8 Dodges, and she also has Skills that grant Dodge effects and Skills that Strike Back upon Dodging, making her unmatched in stages centered around single-target attacks. On the other hand, she has difficulty showcasing her full potential against AoE attacks, so it is important to identify which stages she excels in.

Adjust Your Build as Needed

A build specialized in active attacks and DoT infliction is also viable, so in stages with many AoE attacks, switch to a Skill lineup centered around [The Show Begins!]. This will result in a build that can also perform well in single-target battles.

Inflicts Various Debuffs

In addition to DoT, she can also inflict various debuffs such as the [Taunt] debuff that directs enemies' attacks toward herself, as well as Attribute Debuffs. She also possesses an Aura through her Trait that increases the amount of DoT received by surrounding enemies, making her even more powerful when paired with characters who excel at inflicting DoT.

Offset Weaknesses with Supports

While she excels at inflicting DoT and has high durability, having support for mobility, building [Liberation], and NRG Recovery will make her easier to play. Additionally, unlike typical tank roles, she has limited HP recovery options, so depending on the situation, you may need to prepare a means of recovery. Bring out her full potential by considering how to compensate for her weaknesses through Gear and other characters depending on your needs.

Star Level Up Priority & Recommended Stars for Pooch Runrun

Aim to Reach 3★ → 5★

Star Level Up Priority	Recommended Star Level
	3★ → 5★

Prioritize reaching 3-stars since at the start of battle, you immediately gain 10 stacks of the [Restraint] buff, and the number of times you can apply DoTs when attacked increases. Additionally, raising Pooch Runrun to 5-stars further increases the number of times you can apply DoTs.

Best Builds for Pooch Runrun

Dodge Tank Build

Basic Attack								Reaction								Ascension
Rending Strike								Veiled Silhouette								Form of Steadfast Stone
Skill
Spotlight Entrance								Illusive Spectacle								Rousing Dance
Weapon								Trinket								Tarot
Blade of Stratagem								Memory of Teeth								The Hanged Men's Dedication

This build specializes in inflicting DoT on evasion and counterattacking. It excels in stages where enemies primarily use single-target attacks, allowing for effective tanking and debuff application.

Attacking Build

Basic Attack								Reaction								Ascension
Rending Strike								Veiled Silhouette								Form of Steadfast Stone
Skill
The Show Begins!								Prismatic Orb								Rousing Dance
Weapon								Trinket								Tarot
Blade of Stratagem								Memory of Teeth								The Hanged Men's Dedication

When enemies don’t primarily rely on single-target attacks, this build is the recommended alternative. It allows you to actively attack while applying DoT and various debuffs. It performs well against multiple targets and also deals high damage during single-target encounters.

Priority Skills

Skill	Priority and Details
Rousing Dance	★★★★★ Instantly grants 10 Liberation stacks, buffs, and removes debuffs. Since Liberation is important in all builds, prioritize including this Skill above all else.
Veiled Silhouette	★★★★★ A Reaction that grants -20% damage reduction and grants unlimited [Dodge] when [Dying]. You generally want to have this included in your build.
Rending Strike	★★★★★ A Basic Attack that inflicts the [Infection] DoT. As a character specializing in DoTs, this is the clear choice.
Spotlight Entrance	★★★★ The main Skill for Dodge builds. Greatly increases durability, and with 10 or more Liberation stacks, grants 8 Dodges, making it extremely effective against single-target attacks. Prioritize including this Skill in stages focused on single-target attacks.
The Show Begins!	★★★★ A Skill that deals damage while inflicting DoT and various debuffs. In stages not focused on single-target attacks, [Spotlight Entrance]'s Dodge is less effective, so use this Skill as your main one. It is also a powerful Skill in single-target combat due to its many debuffs.

Skill	Priority and Details
Prismatic Orb	★★★ A rare Skill among Pooch Runrun's Skills that can grant the Liberation buff. Since total damage is also high due to Damage Over Time, it is worth including in an Attacker build.
Illusive Spectacle	★★★ A Passive with a Strike Back effect on Dodge and a Dodge effect. Prioritize including this in Dodge builds.
NRG Recovery	★★ Worth including in stages where taking damage is not a concern.
Intermission	★★ A Skill with healing and buff effects, though not Instant. Since Pooch Runrun has no other healing Skills, include this when healing is needed for solo play.
Sharpened Blade - Extra	★★ Consider including this when you want to apply an Attack Attribute Debuff or a Healing Received debuff.
Sand Erosion Bottle	★ Only include this when you want to change panels or absolutely need Blind.
Knockback Combo	★ Worth including when a Fall Kill is possible, but generally have another character with higher mobility fill that role.
Silencing Attack (Ranged)	★ Worth including in stages where active Skills are troublesome.

Recommended Gear, Tarots, & Engravings

Recommended Weapons for Pooch Runrun

Blade of Stratagem

Newborn Blade

Nocturnal Glow

Since DoT scales off of Physical ATK, equip Weapons that boost Physical ATK, such as the Blade of Stratagem.

Recommended Trinkets for Pooch Runrun

Memory of Teeth

Maverick's Cloak

Spring Pill

We recommend Memory of Teeth, Maverick's Cloak, and Deceptive Shadow to boost ATK and DEF, as well as Spring Pill which provides additional HP recovery.

Recommended Tarots for Pooch Runrun

The Hanged Men's Dedication

Temptation of The Devil

Silence of The Hermit

The Hanged Men's Dedication which enhances DoT DMG and the Devil that increases offense and defense are especially recommended. Other Tarot cards that boost durability are also a good match.

Recommended Engravings for Pooch Runrun

Resonance	Effect
Sword Wand	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,
Sword Cup	When actively attacking, increases the DMG by 5% and grants 15% of [Life Steal].
Wand Wand	After using a [basic attack], [skill], [strike back], or [assisting attack], gains 1 random [Level 2 Attribute Buff].

We recommend Sword + Wand for raising stats, Wand + Wand for gaining many buffs, and Sword + Cup for Life Steal + damage dealt up.

Pooch Runrun Skill Unlock Priorities

Recommended Skill Set

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Normal Form of Steadfast Stone	RK13	Unique
Rousing Dance	RK11	Sharpened Blade - Extra
Silencing Attack	RK9	Rending Strike
Illusive Spectacle	RK7	Intermission
Veiled Silhouette	RK5	NRG Recovery
Spotlight Entrance	RK3	The Show Begins!
Sand Erosion Bottle	RK1	Knockback Combo

At RK3, take the left skill for the Evasion Build, and the right skill for the Attacker Build.

Skill Details

Sand Erosion Bottle	Cost: 1 CD: 3
(Piercing DMG) Deals Sand DMG equal to 10% of HP to all enemies within 1 tile of the target tile and inflicts Blind for 1 turn.

Knockback Combo	Cost: 3 CD: 0
(Physical DMG) Single-target attack. Deals 30% DMG. Then, performs Pursuit and deals DMG equal to 200% of the character's P.DEF, up to 150% of P.ATK. Knocks the target back by 2 tiles.

Spotlight Entrance	Cost: 1 CD: 3
(Debuff) Break the Shackles. Charges to the target location and inflicts Taunted on all enemies within 2 tiles of the character for 1 turn; the character enters Stage Focus until the start of the next turn and gains DMG Reduction III and Piercing DMG Reduction II for 2 turns. If the following Liberation stacks are active, consumes corresponding stacks and triggers effects: ✦ When 10 stacks are active, the character gains △DoT Effect I for 2 turns, dodge triggers in Stage Focus increase to 8 without consuming HP, and this skill's CD is reduced by 1.

The Show Begins!	Cost: 3 CD: 2
(Physical DMG) Break the Shackles Charges to the target location and deals 50% DMG to all enemies within 2 tiles of the character; after attacking, inflicts Scarring Rend equal to 60% of P.ATK, ▽DMG II, Piercing Vulnerable II, and 2 random Level 2 Debuffs on the target for 2 turns; the character gains 5 stacks of Restraint (for every 10 stacks of Restraint owned, this skill additionally inflicts Scarring Rend equal to 20% of P.ATK after attacking). If having the following Liberation stacks, consumes corresponding stacks and triggers effects: ✦ When having 10 stacks, the character gains △DoT Effect I for 2 turns, this skill requires 1 less NRG, and the skill's CD is reset to zero after attacking.

Veiled Silhouette	Cost: - CD: 7
(Reaction) At the end of the turn, gains DMG Reduction II for 1 turn. After taking DMG, when in Dying state, gains Dodge with unlimited triggers in the duration for 1 turn. This effect has a 7-turn CD after triggering.

NRG Recovery	Cost: - CD: -
(Reaction) When hit by an active attack, the DMG taken is decreased by 8%. Upon receiving an active attack, additionally recovers 1 NRG.

Illusive Spectacle	Cost: - CD: -
(Passive) At the end of the turn, if there are no allies within 2 tiles, gains 1 instance of Dodge for 1 turn. When Dodge triggers, performs Strike Back on the attacker within 3 tiles, dealing 30% physical DMG and inflicting Life Loss equal to 30% of P.ATK for 2 turns.

Intermission	Cost: 1 CD: 2
(Healing) Restores HP equal to 100% of P.ATK to the character and gains △ATK II, DMG Reduction III, and 2 instances of Dodge for 2 turns.

Silencing Attack	Cost: - CD: -
(Basic Attack) Deals 100% physical DMG and inflicts ✗ Active Skills on Injured targets before attacking, lasting for 2 turns.

Rending Strike	Cost: - CD: -
(Basic Attack) Single-target attack. Deals 60% physical DMG, inflicting Scarring Rend equal to 20% of P.ATK on the target for 2 turns.

Rousing Dance	Cost: 0 CD: 3
(Support) Instant The character gains 10 stacks of Liberation, dispels 2 Debuffs, and gains △ATK II and Immune to Attribute Debuffs for 2 turns.

Sharpened Blade - Extra	Cost: - CD: -
(Passive) When actively attacking, increases DMG by 10% and increases ATK outside of turn by 10%. After actively attacking, additionally inflicts ▽ATK II and ✗Healing Received on the target for 2 turns.

Form of Steadfast Stone	Cost: - CD: -
(Passive) Level 3 Effect HP is increased by 15% and Piercing DMG taken is reduced by 20%.

Pooch Runrun's Trait & Skills

Pooch Runrun's Trait

Trait

Max Effect

[Circus of Tears] ✦ Increases P.DEF by 20%. Gains aura. Effect: all enemies within 3 tiles of the character take 35% more DoT. ✦ At the start of the battle, gains 10 stacks of Restraint; after being attacked by enemies, gains 2 stacks of Restraint. After being attacked by enemies, locks onto the closest 3 enemies within 3 tiles of the character and inflicts Life Loss equal to 30% of P.ATK for 2 turns (if there is only 1 target, changes to inflicting Life Loss equal to 50% of P.ATK); finally, inflicts 1 stack of Infection and 1 random Level 2 Debuff (lasting 2 turns) on the target. This effect can be triggered up to 4 times per round.

Stars Unlocked	Effect
	✦ Increases P.DEF by 20%. Gains aura. Effect: all enemies within 3 tiles of the character take 25% more DoT. ✦ At the start of the battle, gains 10 stacks of Restraint; after being attacked by enemies, gains 2 stacks of Restraint. After being attacked by enemies, locks onto the closest 3 enemies within 3 tiles of the character and inflicts Life Loss equal to 25% of P.ATK for 2 turns (if there is only 1 target, changes to inflicting Life Loss equal to 40% of P.ATK); finally, inflicts 1 stack of Infection and 1 random Level 2 Debuff (lasting 2 turns) on the target. This effect can be triggered up to 3 times per round.
	✦ Increases P.DEF by 15%. Gains aura. Effect: all enemies within 3 tiles of the character take 25% more DoT. ✦ At the start of the battle, gains 10 stacks of Restraint; after being attacked by enemies, gains 1 stack of Restraint. After being attacked by enemies, locks onto the closest 3 enemies within 3 tiles of the character and inflicts Life Loss equal to 25% of P.ATK for 2 turns (if there is only 1 target, changes to inflicting Life Loss equal to 40% of P.ATK); finally, inflicts 1 stack of Infection and 1 random Level 2 Debuff (lasting 2 turns) on the target. This effect can be triggered up to 3 times per round.
	✦ Increases P.DEF by 15%. Gains aura. Effect: all enemies within 3 tiles of the character take 15% more DoT. ✦ After being attacked by enemies, gains 1 stack of Restraint. After being attacked by enemies, locks onto the closest 3 enemies within 3 tiles of the character and inflicts Life Loss equal to 25% of P.ATK for 2 turns (if there is only 1 target, changes to inflicting Life Loss equal to 40% of P.ATK); finally, inflicts 1 stack of Infection and 1 random Level 2 Debuff (lasting 2 turns) on the target. This effect can be triggered up to 2 times per round.
	✦ Increases P.DEF by 10%. Gains aura. Effect: all enemies within 3 tiles of the character take 15% more DoT. ✦ After being attacked by enemies, gains 1 stack of Restraint. After being attacked by enemies, locks onto the closest 3 enemies within 3 tiles of the character and inflicts Life Loss equal to 25% of P.ATK for 2 turns (if there is only 1 target, changes to inflicting Life Loss equal to 40% of P.ATK); finally, inflicts 1 stack of Infection on the target. This effect can be triggered up to 2 times per round.

Pooch Runrun's Base Skills

Skill	Range
Slash
[Basic Attack] Cost: - / CD: - (Basic Attack) Deals 100% Physical DMG.
Prismatic Orb
[Skill] Cost: 2 / CD: 0 (Physical DMG) Single-target attack. Deals 50% DMG, inflicting Scarring Rend equal to 80% of P.ATK for 2 turns; after attacking, gains 5 stacks of Liberation.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK1

Skill	Range
Sand Erosion Bottle
[Skill] Cost: 1 / CD: 3 (Piercing DMG) Deals Sand DMG equal to 10% of HP to all enemies within 1 tile of the target tile and inflicts Blind for 1 turn.
Knockback Combo
[Skill] Cost: 3 / CD: 0 (Physical DMG) Single-target attack. Deals 30% DMG. Then, performs Pursuit and deals DMG equal to 200% of the character's P.DEF, up to 150% of P.ATK. Knocks the target back by 2 tiles.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK3

Skill	Range
Spotlight Entrance
[Skill] Cost: 1 / CD: 3 (Debuff) Break the Shackles. Charges to the target location and inflicts Taunted on all enemies within 2 tiles of the character for 1 turn; the character enters Stage Focus until the start of the next turn and gains DMG Reduction III and Piercing DMG Reduction II for 2 turns. If the following Liberation stacks are active, consumes corresponding stacks and triggers effects: ✦ When 10 stacks are active, the character gains △DoT Effect I for 2 turns, dodge triggers in Stage Focus increase to 8 without consuming HP, and this skill's CD is reduced by 1.
The Show Begins!
[Skill] Cost: 3 / CD: 2 (Physical DMG) Break the Shackles Charges to the target location and deals 50% DMG to all enemies within 2 tiles of the character; after attacking, inflicts Scarring Rend equal to 60% of P.ATK, ▽DMG II, Piercing Vulnerable II, and 2 random Level 2 Debuffs on the target for 2 turns; the character gains 5 stacks of Restraint (for every 10 stacks of Restraint owned, this skill additionally inflicts Scarring Rend equal to 20% of P.ATK after attacking). If having the following Liberation stacks, consumes corresponding stacks and triggers effects: ✦ When having 10 stacks, the character gains △DoT Effect I for 2 turns, this skill requires 1 less NRG, and the skill's CD is reset to zero after attacking.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK5

Skill	Range
Veiled Silhouette	-
[Reaction] Cost: - / CD: 7 (Reaction) At the end of the turn, gains DMG Reduction II for 1 turn. After taking DMG, when in Dying state, gains Dodge with unlimited triggers in the duration for 1 turn. This effect has a 7-turn CD after triggering.
NRG Recovery	-
[Reaction] Cost: - / CD: - (Reaction) When hit by an active attack, the DMG taken is decreased by 8%. Upon receiving an active attack, additionally recovers 1 NRG.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK7

Skill	Range
Illusive Spectacle	-
[Skill] Cost: - / CD: - (Passive) At the end of the turn, if there are no allies within 2 tiles, gains 1 instance of Dodge for 1 turn. When Dodge triggers, performs Strike Back on the attacker within 3 tiles, dealing 30% physical DMG and inflicting Life Loss equal to 30% of P.ATK for 2 turns.
Intermission
[Skill] Cost: 1 / CD: 2 (Healing) Restores HP equal to 100% of P.ATK to the character and gains △ATK II, DMG Reduction III, and 2 instances of Dodge for 2 turns.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK9

Skill	Range
Silencing Attack
[Basic Attack] Cost: - / CD: - (Basic Attack) Deals 100% physical DMG and inflicts ✗ Active Skills on Injured targets before attacking, lasting for 2 turns.
Rending Strike
[Basic Attack] Cost: - / CD: - (Basic Attack) Single-target attack. Deals 60% physical DMG, inflicting Scarring Rend equal to 20% of P.ATK on the target for 2 turns.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK11

Skill	Range
Rousing Dance
[Skill] Cost: 0 / CD: 3 (Support) Instant The character gains 10 stacks of Liberation, dispels 2 Debuffs, and gains △ATK II and Immune to Attribute Debuffs for 2 turns.
Sharpened Blade - Extra	-
[Skill] Cost: - / CD: - (Passive) When actively attacking, increases DMG by 10% and increases ATK outside of turn by 10%. After actively attacking, additionally inflicts ▽ATK II and ✗Healing Received on the target for 2 turns.

Skills That Can Be Learned at RK13

Skill	Range
Form of Steadfast Stone	-
[Ascension Skill] Cost: - / CD: - (Passive) Level 3 Effect HP is increased by 15% and Piercing DMG taken is reduced by 20%.

Weapons That Pooch Runrun Can Equip

List of Weapons

Newborn Blade	Void Stab	Beheading Machete
Ever-Burning Blade	Senator Swift Sword	Guardian's Will
Cornucopia Dagger	Nocturnal Glow	Dawnmoon
Blade of Stratagem	Dawnlight	Frostspine Grip
Witcher's Swords	Zirael	Dual Judgement of Flames
Precision-forged Dagger	Dueling Dagger	Ceremonial Knife
Sharp Sword	Glittering Sword	Iron Sword

Pooch Runrun's Voice Actor & Release Date

Pooch Runrun Voice Actor

Released on Friday, April 3

Pooch Runrun was released on Friday, April 3. Since the character is added to the standard banner, they can still be obtained even after the limited-time banner ends.

Pooch Runrun's Skin

Initial	Ascended

▲ Unlock Ascended Skin when character reaches Star Level 5.

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