Moon Slayer Fighting Style
A new melee spec added in the Moon Update (March 31, 2026).
A new melee spec added in the Moon Update (March 31, 2026). Confirmed as the Moon Update's signature fighting style — developer noted 'not black clover btw' at launch, indicating original IP design. Best paired with the new Upper Clan for maximum melee damage output.
At a Glance
Quick Overview
Moon Slayer
S TierA new melee spec added in the Moon Update (March 31, 2026).
Tier Position
Tier Distribution
Moon Slayer is in S Tier
Abilities
| # | Ability |
|---|---|
| 1 | Abilities TBD — In-game names being documented post Moon Update launch. |
Stats & Build Priority
| Stat Priority | Melee |
Recommended Stat Allocation
Invest primarily into Melee stat. Each Melee point directly increases this style's ability damage. Most endgame players allocate all free stat points to Melee when using this style.
Fighting Style Synergies
Best Pairings & Synergies
Best Fruits to Pair
Dragon Fruit
S+S+ tier fruit
Fiend Fruit
S+S+ tier fruit
Kitsune Fruit
S+S+ tier fruit
Light Fruit
SS tier fruit
Best Races to Pair
SwordBlessed
S+PvP race
Galevorn
S+Melee race bonus
Servant
S+Melee race bonus
Slime
S+PvP race
Recommended Builds
Warlord + Strongest Shinobi
EndgameCurrent Best Combat Build
SwordBlessed + Gilgamesh
PvPSwordBlessed + Gilgamesh PvP Build
Galevorn + Anos
EndgameGalevorn + Anos Pure Melee Endgame
Leviathan / Servant
EndgameLeviathan / Servant Boss Tank Build
Pros & Cons
Pros
- New Moon Update signature melee spec
- Synergizes with Upper Clan melee bonuses
Cons
- Ability details still undocumented
- Requires farming Kokushibo boss for materials
Tips & Tricks
- 1Prioritize Melee stat investment — every point scales this style's ability damage directly.
- 2You keep all previously unlocked fighting styles. Return to the NPC to swap between styles at any time without losing progress.
- 3Pair this style with the Havoc or Wrath rune for maximum melee damage output. Fortune Rune is recommended if your main goal is farming boss drops.
Patch History
Moon Update
2026-03-31- •New melee spec: Moon Slayer — confirmed name. Unlock via Moon Slayer NPC on Boss Island.
- •New clan: Upper (Legendary) — +40% DMG, +50% Max HP, +12% Melee DMG, +12% Luck.
- •New boss: Kokushibo (Moon Slayer Boss) on Boss Island.