Howard — Kingshot Hero, Skills & Tier
Published 2026-09-225 min read
Howard supplies the damage-reduction layer that makes triple-operation defensive joiner compositions work.
Howard supplies the damage-reduction layer that makes triple-operation defensive joiner compositions work.
Quick facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Faction | Elite |
| Combat stats | ATK 1,776 · DEF 2,220 · HP 18K · SPD 100 |
| Signature skill | Defenders' Edge / Cavalry Commander |
| Tier placement | Joiner A · Rally C |
Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Faction | Elite |
| Base stats | ATK 1,776 · DEF 2,220 · HP 18K · SPD 100 |
| Signature skill | Defenders' Edge / Cavalry Commander |
Why Howard matters
Howard's 20% damage reduction (effect_op 111) multiplies with Gordon's health buff and Saul's defence buff rather than overlapping with them. Put together, a board built from those three operations reaches 2.18x DefenceUp or better — roughly 21% stronger than stacking heroes from a single category.
Skills
Defenders' Edge and Cavalry Commander fill his kit, with the flat damage reduction as the headline effect.
How to use Howard
Use exactly one Howard in a defensive joiner board. Running both Howard and Quinn gives you two copies of the same operation, which wastes a slot — pick one, and Howard is usually the more accessible of the pair.
Verdict
Howard is a strong, dependable pick in the roles listed above; invest once your S-tier core is in place.
Related
- Kingshot hero tier list — the full role-based rankings
- Kingshot beginner guide — how to fund your first heroes
- Kingshot gift codes — free bundles for shards and speedups