Hero Profile
Cage
Cage is an SSR defense hero focused on Energy Damage and frontline protection, using shields and defense buffs to anchor teams.
Rarity:
SSR
Hero Vehicle Type:
Missile
Specialty:
Defense
Combat Snapshot
Verified DataDamage Type:
Energy Damage
Attack:
9.0K
HP:
572.1K
Defense:
2.2K
March Size:
350
Tags
Description
Last War Survival Cage is a powerful and flexible hero, blending Missile and DPS roles with ease. His skills let him shield allies, disrupt enemies, and deal solid damage, making him a game-changer in any team. Whether soaking up hits or striking back hard, Last War Survival Cage brings control and strength to every fight. This guide covers his stats, skills, and best uses—perfect for players looking to unlock his full potential and dominate battles with smart, strategic play.
The Theria guide lists his level 150 base stats at 9.0K Attack, 572.1K HP, 2.2K Defense, and 350 March Size with Energy Damage.
Last War Survival Cage is a dependable frontline hero who excels at shielding allies, absorbing damage, and disrupting enemy formations. His battlefield control and tanking capabilities make him a key piece in both PvE and PvP lineups. To unlock his full potential, focus on gear that enhances his HP, defense, and damage reduction. Position him with synergy-driven squads that allow him to do what he does best—hold the line. With the right setup, Cage becomes a reliable pillar for victory in any battle.
Skills
Energy Bullet
Auto AttackLaunch an attack, dealing Energy Damage equal to 183.75% of the Attack.
Additional Effects
- Deals 20% Extra Damage.
- Increase Additional Damage to 45%.
- Increase Additional Damage to 70%.
- Increase Additional Damage to 100%.
- Increase Additional Damage to 150%.
Z-Armor
PassiveReduce this hero's damage taken from Monsters in battle by 37.00%.
Additional Effects
- Boost the effect by an additional 2%.
- Boost the effect by an additional 2%.
- Boost the effect by an additional 2%.
- Boost the effect by an additional 2%.
- Boost the effect by an additional 2%.
Defense Boost
Tactics (Buffs)Cast to boost front-row defense by +40.00% for 6s. Non-stackable.
Additional Effects
- Effect duration increased to 7s.
- Boost the effect by an additional 5%.
- Effect duration increased to 8s.
- Boost the effect by an additional 5%.
- Extend the effect duration to 9s.
Special Tactics
ExpertiseSelf HP, Attack, and Defense +10% respectively.
Recommended Gear
Early blue gear should usually stay at level 0. Upgrade Ore is scarce, so the best value comes from shifting investment into the first strong epic pieces instead of over-upgrading temporary equipment.
M3 Armor
Cage wants survivability first, so this is the cleanest early blue piece to equip. Keep it at level 0 and save upgrade ore.
M3 Data Chip
The added health helps his frontline job more than another weak damage piece would. It still stays in the temporary bucket.
M3 Turret
Use this only as a low-cost filler. The small defensive gain matters more than the attack stat, and it should not be upgraded.
M4-A Seahawk Radar
This is Cage's first real epic target because it delivers health, defense, and damage reduction in the exact stats he wants.
M4-A Porcupine Armor
A natural second epic pickup that rounds out his durability and makes his tank-control role feel much steadier in harder fights.
Strengths
Dual Role Tank-Damage Dealer
Cage can hold the frontline and still chip in meaningful damage, which is useful for teams that want one slot to do a little more than pure soaking.
Disruption And Control
His kit interferes with enemy setups and helps create safer windows for squishier allies to keep dealing damage from behind him.
High Base Durability
Cage starts from a strong HP and defense profile, so he already feels sturdier than many hybrid-style frontliners before gear kicks in.
Scales With Defensive Gear
He gets noticeably better as you move into true tank-focused epic pieces, which makes his frontline value much easier to maintain.
Weaknesses
Limited Burst Damage
Cage can contribute over time, but he does not end fights quickly, so teams looking for instant deletion pressure will want help elsewhere.
Gear-Dependent Ceiling
He is solid on base stats, but his full identity only comes through once he is wearing the right defensive epics and skill upgrades.
Not A Pure Carry
Putting him into a primary DPS role wastes what makes him useful. Cage is strongest as a defensive anchor with side pressure, not as your main finisher.
Can Be Pressured By Penetration
Armor-piercing damage and damage-over-time effects reduce the value of his tanking profile more than straightforward frontloaded hits do.
Performance Tips
Stat Priorities
Prioritize HP, defense, and damage reduction over raw attack so Cage can keep doing the frontline job that actually justifies his slot.
Best Gear Setup
Use blue durability gear only as a bridge, then move into Seahawk Radar and Porcupine Armor once you are sure Cage is staying in your active rotation.
Skill Enhancement Tips
Upgrade Z-Armor first because it defines his defensive value, then fill in the rest only if he remains part of your long-term squads.
When To Swap Out Cage
Cage is strongest in sustained fights. If your roster shifts toward faster burst strategies or clearly stronger tanks, his slot becomes easier to replace.
Conclusion
Cage is most valuable when you let him do the unglamorous but important work of holding the line. If you gear him for durability, build around sustained fights, and avoid treating him like a main carry, he becomes a reliable frontline piece in both PvE and slower PvP setups.
FAQ
What is Cage's main role in a team?
Cage is primarily a frontline tank and disruptor. He absorbs pressure, stabilizes the formation, and helps protect higher-value backline heroes.
Should you upgrade Cage's skills early?
Yes, but focus on the parts of his kit that increase survivability first. His defensive value matters more than small offensive bumps.
Is Cage viable in PvP battles?
Yes. Cage works especially well in slower, defense-oriented PvP setups where disruption and staying power matter more than raw burst tempo.
Is Cage good for F2P players?
He is a solid option because he offers useful frontline value without needing immediate premium investment to feel playable.
