Shin Hati, a fan-favorite character from the Ahsoka series, is now making her debut in Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes (SWGOH). As a Dark Side attacker with the Mercenary and Unaligned Force User tags, Shin Hati brings a powerful kit that emphasizes strategic lightsaber combat and supporting her team with the new Soldier of Fortune mechanic. Below is a breakdown of her abilities, attributes, and how to best utilize her in the game.
Key Attributes
- Role: Dark Side, Attacker, Mercenary, Unaligned Force User
- Unique Mechanic: Soldier of Fortune, a stacking blue status effect that powers up her abilities at specific thresholds.
- Taunt Ignoring: Shin Hati can bypass Taunts, targeting priority enemies regardless of their protection setup.
Inspired by her impressive combat skills from Ahsoka, Shin’s kit is designed to mirror her agility, ruthlessness, and quick-witted nature, bringing those traits into her combat role in SWGOH.
Abilities Breakdown
1. Basic Ability: Fierce Foray
- Effect: Deals Physical damage to a single target and applies Critical Chance Down for 1 turn. If Shin has 10 or more stacks of Soldier of Fortune, this ability targets all enemies with Critical Chance Down.
- Bonus: When attacking a Stunned enemy, she deals 10% more damage per Soldier of Fortune stack, up to a maximum of 100%. This is her bread-and-butter for dealing consistent damage while stacking her new mechanic.
2. Special 1: I’ve Eyes On Them (Cooldown 4)
- Effect: A devastating AoE attack that applies Offense Down and Vulnerable to all enemies. When debuffs are resisted, Shin gains stacking Crit Avoidance, up to 50%.
- Mercenary Buff: Grants 30% Protection Up to all Mercenary allies for 2 turns.
- Soldier of Fortune Bonus: At 10 or more stacks, Shin Hati gains Turn Meter and increases all enemy cooldowns by 1, making this a fantastic skill for controlling the battlefield.
3. Special 2: We’ll Take It From Here (Cooldown 3)
- Effect: Deals Physical damage to a target and applies Stun for 1 turn. Shin Hati also gains Critical Damage Up and Riposte for 2 turns.
- Bonus Effects: At 15+ Soldier of Fortune stacks, Shin automatically attacks again, with guaranteed crits if possible, and decreases the cooldown of Clean Escape. If the target is inflicted with Purge, she also applies Buff Immunity.
4. Unique 1: You Have No Power (Zeta, Omicron)
- Core Effects: Shin Hati ignores Taunt effects and gains Accuracy and Offense boosts for the entire encounter. She also gains Retribution and Speed when critically hit, making her even more dangerous as the fight progresses.
- Territory Wars Omicron: Enhances her team’s Max Health and Protection, debuffs Light Side enemies with cooldown immunity, and punishes enemies attacking out of turn with Purge effects and Speed reduction.
5. Unique 2: Soldier of Fortune
- Effect: Shin Hati starts with 1 stack of Soldier of Fortune per Relic level. She gains more stacks by landing critical hits or attacking out of turn but loses them if she is critically hit. The stacks increase Mercenary allies’ Critical Chance and Critical Damage based on the number of Soldier of Fortune stacks.
6. Clean Escape (Granted Ability)
- Effect: Shin Hati can only use Clean Escape once she has accumulated 10+ stacks of Soldier of Fortune. The effects scale with her stack count, such as dispelling debuffs and providing stealth to allies at 10 stacks, or reviving Mercenary allies at 20+ stacks.
- 35+ Stacks Bonus: Shin removes 100% Turn Meter from enemies and Dazes them for 2 turns, a powerful control ability that can shift the tide of battle.
Strategy Tips
- Focus on Stacking Soldier of Fortune: The key to unlocking Shin Hati’s full potential lies in her Soldier of Fortune stacks. Prioritize critical hits and attacking out of turn to build these up quickly, especially when facing off against Stunned or debuffed enemies.
- Pair with Mercenary Allies: Shin’s abilities become even more powerful when teamed up with Mercenary allies, particularly Baylan Skoll and Marrok. This synergy allows her to control the flow of battle, deal massive damage, and sustain her allies with buffs and protection.
- Territory Wars Specialist: While she excels in multiple game modes, her Omicron ability makes her particularly deadly in Territory Wars. If you’re building a Dark Side Mercenary team, Shin Hati will be essential for maximizing your chances in this competitive environment.
How to Unlock Shin Hati
- Marquee Event: Shin Hati will be available through her Marquee Event starting September 19, 2024. Players will have the opportunity to unlock and power her up for free by completing the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Shin Hati a required character for future unlocks?
- Yes, she will be required at Relic 7 for unlocking Baylan Skoll, but she is not a requirement for Galactic Legend Ahsoka.
- What’s unique about the Soldier of Fortune mechanic?
- Soldier of Fortune is a stacking effect that powers up Shin Hati and her allies with different buffs and bonuses as the stacks increase. It adds depth and strategy to her gameplay, making her stronger the longer the battle goes on.
- How does the Mercenary tag work with older characters?
- The Mercenary tag adds synergy with older characters, particularly other Unaligned Force Users. You can check the forum post for a detailed breakdown on how these interactions work.
Final Thoughts
Shin Hati’s arrival in SWGOH is a game-changer for players who favor Dark Side teams. With her versatile kit, powerful AoE abilities, and synergy with Mercenary allies, she brings a new level of strategy and control to the game. As she stacks Soldier of Fortune, Shin becomes a devastating force capable of turning the tide of battle with abilities like Clean Escape. Make sure to unlock her in the upcoming Marquee Event and prepare for her role in future teams!
