Quick Answer: For Gen 1 Lordrush Bear Hunt, start with a 10% Infantry / 30% Lancer / 60% Archer formation, then test nearby Archer-heavy variants on the march preview. Best Gen 1 slot-1 joiners are Rita, Sebastian, Hyeri, and Miko. If you do not have one of those built, send troops only or put your best offensive joiner in slot 1 and use slots 2-3 only for march capacity.
Bear Hunt is an alliance damage event. The target does not fight back, so defensive stats are low value. Your goal is simple: send as much damage as possible, as many times as possible, while making sure rally slots are filled with useful offensive joiner skills.
Because Lordrush is still Generation 1, this guide only covers the launch roster and Gen 1 formations. Later Kingshot Bear Hunt advice does not automatically apply until Lordrush reaches those generations.
Event Basics
Type: Alliance cooperative PvE
Goal: Deal as much total damage as possible during the event window
Troop losses: None
Main account focus: Attack, Lethality, march capacity, offensive hero skills
Main alliance focus: Correct joiner heroes, enough rally hosts, and clean rally timing
Best Gen 1 Formation
Start with this baseline:
| Generation | Infantry | Lancer | Archer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gen 1 | 10% | 30% | 60% | Best starting point while Lancer and Archer stats are still close |
Archers usually become more important over time, but Lordrush is too new to assume late-generation Kingshot ratios. Use 10/30/60 first, then test 10/20/70 and 5/25/70 on your march screen. Pick the formation that shows the highest preview damage for your account.
Do not go 100% Archers. Infantry and Lancer troops still help activate class-based hero value, and early Gen 1 accounts often lose damage when they strip those troop types too low.
Rally Leader vs. Joiner
Host and joiner contributions are not the same.
| Contribution | Rally Leader | Rally Joiner |
|---|---|---|
| Own troops | Yes | Yes |
| All 3 hero skills | Yes | No |
| Hero gear and stats | Yes | No |
| Research and account buffs | Yes | No |
| Joiner hero skill | N/A | Slot 1 hero's first Expedition skill only |
As a joiner, your second and third heroes only add march capacity. Their skills do not help the rally damage. This is why a properly placed Rita can outperform a stronger-looking but wrong slot-1 hero.
Best Gen 1 Joiner Heroes
| Tier | Hero | Why |
|---|---|---|
| S+ | Rita | First Expedition skill gives total-squad Lethality. |
| S+ | Sebastian | First Expedition skill gives total-squad Lethality. |
| S+ | Hyeri | First Expedition skill gives total-squad Lethality. |
| S | Miko | First Expedition skill gives total-squad Attack. |
| Situational | Flint | Has squad Attack in his kit, but not as the clean first Expedition skill. |
| Avoid in slot 1 | Isabelle, Porter, Valky, Bane, Cyprus, Thora, Azad, Rogers, Ogg, Herm, Sylvie | Their first Expedition skills are defensive, economic, chance-based, or not direct Bear damage buffs. |
Rita
Gen 1
Expedition 1Rita implements advanced weaponry for our soldiers, increasing the total Squads' Lethality by X.
Expedition 2Enhances troop armor with a keen engineering eye, reducing damage taken by X for all troops.
Sebastian
Gen 1
Expedition 1Young ranger Sebastian excels in boosting morale, increasing the total Squads' Lethality by X.
Expedition 2Sebastian imparts the secrets of swordsmanship, increasing the total Squads' Attack by X.
Expedition 3Sebastian's unique swordplay has a X chance of increasing damage dealt by 50% for all squads.
Hyeri
Gen 1
Expedition 1"My blade and I are one". Hyeri's sword skills increase all Squads' total Lethality by X.
Expedition 2Hyeri provides significant assistance in technology, increasing Research Speed by X.
Miko
Gen 1
Expedition 1Miko's trademark formation increases all Squads' total Attack by X.
Expedition 2Miko's skill at warding off evil increases Infirmary Healing Speed by X.
Best Gen 1 Rally Hosts
| Tier | Hero | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| S | Sebastian | Best offensive rally host because his widget gives Rally Attack. |
| A | Valky | Strong paid Infantry option with squad Attack and Lethality. |
| B | Porter | Useful if built, but more defensive/utility than pure damage. |
| B | Isabelle | Strong hero overall, but her widget is defender-focused. |
| C | Epic heroes | Fine for extra rallies when stronger hosts are unavailable. |
If your alliance has only a few strong accounts, let those accounts host and have everyone else join with correct slot-1 heroes. If too many weak hosts open rallies at the same time, the alliance spreads its best joiner skills too thin.
Slot Setup
For joining rallies:
- Put Rita, Sebastian, Hyeri, or Miko in slot 1.
- Put your highest-capacity heroes in slots 2 and 3.
- If you do not have a correct slot-1 hero, consider sending troops only.
- Avoid putting a maxed wrong hero in slot 1 because it can occupy one of the active skill slots.
For hosting rallies:
- Use your strongest offensive leader, ideally Sebastian.
- Fill the march with your best damage troop formation.
- Keep rally size realistic so it fills quickly.
- Restart rallies fast after each hit to maximize total event damage.
Alliance Coordination
Bear Hunt damage is usually lost through coordination, not just weak accounts.
- Do not let every player open a rally at once.
- Assign your strongest accounts as primary hosts.
- Ask members with Rita, Sebastian, Hyeri, or Miko to join early.
- Keep weak or defensive slot-1 heroes out of important rallies.
- Use shorter rally timers if your alliance is online and concentrated.
- If rallies are not filling, reduce the number of simultaneous hosts.
Common Mistakes
| Mistake | Why It Hurts |
|---|---|
| Using Isabelle in slot 1 as a joiner | She is great for defense, but her first Expedition skill is not an offensive Bear damage buff. |
| Sending Rare heroes in slot 1 | Their first Expedition skills are mostly economy skills. |
| Opening too many rallies | Best joiner skills get diluted across weak rallies. |
| Copying late Kingshot formations | Lordrush is only Gen 1, so late-generation Archer-heavy ratios may not fit yet. |
| Ignoring march preview | Your best split can shift with troop count, research, gear, and hero levels. |
What to Build First
If Bear Hunt is your priority, build these in order:
- Rita - easiest premium Bear Hunt joiner profile among Epics.
- Miko or Hyeri - both add useful offensive Expedition skills.
- Sebastian - best if you spend or can access his shards.
- A strong rally host - usually Sebastian, Valky, Porter, or Isabelle depending on your account.
For broader account planning, use the Lordrush hero tier list.