It is time for the [Meca Ranking] of 'Seven Knights Re:BIRTH' (hereafter 'SKRB'). The arena meta is in a constant state of flux, driven by a relentless parade of awakened heroes. This update finally introduces the long-awaited Awakening for Dellons and the new Pentagon hero, 'Clemis'. It is the former, however, that has truly shaken the foundations of the arena. Naturally, the meta has shifted violently, with offensive teams taking the lead. Let us examine the details alongside the latest team composition statistics.

The Offensive Meta Finds a New Golden Age with Awakened Dellons

Aside from a brief flicker of relevance during the game's early launch, Dellons has been practically invisible in the arena. Despite previous skill remakes intended to boost his output, he remained fundamentally unplayable in competitive settings. Players familiar with his original reputation famously quipped, 'Don't expect any more buffs; just wait for the Awakening.' Well, the Awakening has arrived, and as expected, he has swept through the arena like a force of nature.

Once his awakened power was unleashed, Dellons didn't just appear on the pick-rate charts—he immediately seized the top spot. Alongside offensive stalwarts like 'Karl Heron, Randgrid, and Lu Bu', he helped secure a 56% pick rate. High-ranking players have been agonizing over who to cut to make room for him. The data shows 'Branz & Bransel' taking the fall. While some have opted to bench Teo, the current consensus is to stick with the top five offensive heroes on the chart.

Meanwhile, the newcomer Clemis has found her home in defensive teams. Much like how Branz & Bransel were ousted from offensive squads, 'Elysia' has been replaced by Clemis in defensive setups, clocking in at 39.7% in our initial tracking.

The magic-based teams have been absolutely decimated, suffering a drop of over 50 percentage points. 'Reginleif' and 'Milia' are barely clinging to life at the bottom of the chart with a combined 3.7%. Reginleif, the undisputed king of last week, has plummeted to 14th place with no hope of recovery.

Offensive Dominance Shifts All Pick Rates

Compared to the total upheaval of the hero meta, formations and pets have remained relatively tame. The 'Balance Formation' saw a 13.7 percentage point increase, largely due to the rise of offensive teams. As for pets, 'Yu' dropped by 21.7 percentage points, which ironically aligns with the surge in defensive team ratios. Interestingly, the buff to certain pet effects has brought 'Zeo' back into the fold; he is a strategic choice for high-ranking offensive players looking to dominate the opening exchange of the match.

Consequently, this week's 'Best Picks' are solidified as the five offensive heroes mentioned above in a Balance Formation. Branz & Bransel have been dropped, with Lu Bu and Teo serving as secondary dealers. Lu Bu provides the heavier burst, while Teo focuses on utility, such as turn-based buff reduction.

The customization lies in the choice of pet. If you are facing a wall of defensive teams, Yu remains a solid choice, but in mirror matches, Zeo is far more potent. If your gear setup is top-tier, sticking with Zeo is a viable aggressive strategy—trusting in the raw power of Awakened Dellons to crush the opposition.

Advanced Arena Defensive Team Pick Rate Analysis

※ Advanced Arena defensive team pick rates were recorded as of 2:00 PM on June 17th.
※ Data is based on the defensive teams of the top 100 ranked players.
※ Current defensive team configurations may differ slightly from the provided data.

The Advanced Arena, previously dominated by magic-based teams, has also seen a sharp reversal. Magic teams, which held 64% at the end of last season, have cratered by 54 percentage points. Offensive teams have absorbed that share, taking 1st place with 46%, while defensive teams sit at 39%. It is a rare moment where the advanced meta mirrors the standard arena.

The curious case here is the rise of 'Guan Yu', the 6th most picked hero in defensive teams. He also made a surprise appearance at 12th in the general arena charts. His utility hinges on the skill 'Leadership'. It cleanses all debuffs from allies and provides continuous healing based on the number of debuffs removed—a kit clearly designed for PvE, yet surprisingly effective here.

Furthermore, a skill enhancement grants immunity to all damage for one turn. Defensive teams that lose the initiative often get stunned by Lu Bu, but a Guan Yu equipped with a '4-set Coordinator' gear guarantees the removal of all debuffs. This allows the team to survive the initial onslaught and shrug off subsequent skills. Offensive teams are now forced to adapt by prioritizing piercing skills to break through this immunity. It is a classic back-and-forth chess match between offense and defense.

Real-time Arena Analysis Lab

Overall Rank 1: How Rudi Legion's 'Gunbbang' Operates the Offensive Team

The second regular season of the Real-time Arena is underway, and the first player to climb to the top is Gunbbang from the Rudi Legion. By swiftly integrating awakened heroes, he secured an early lead, dominating the field with a mix of offensive and magic teams. We took a look at the replay of his most potent offensive setup.

After seizing the initiative against a magic team, Gunbbang focused entirely on early-game burst. Against magic teams laden with crowd control, skill timing is a game of improvisation. It requires a bit of luck, but he relies heavily on Teo and Dellons, whose effect resistance stats are highly efficient against magic compositions.

Teo unleashes a flurry of skills, connecting seamlessly into Randgrid’s guaranteed-kill strike. Achieving four kills this way triggers Teo’s passive, 'Black Wing Full Moon Slash', forcing the magic team into their 'immortal' state. From there, Dellons transforms into the Reaper and uses 'Reaper's Judgment' to mop up the survivors. It is a textbook execution that leaves magic teams with no counter-play once the gears are in motion.