In Raid: Shadow Legends, you can get chickens by completing quests, participating in events, and purchasing them from the in-game shop.
Chickens in Raid Shadow Legends are essential for ranking up your champions quickly. These valuable XP boosters come in different star ratings (2★ to 5★) and can save you hours of grinding. Whether you’re a free-to-play player or willing to spend, this guide covers all methods to acquire chickens.
What Are Chickens in Raid Shadow Legends?
Chickens serve two purposes in Raid:
- XP Boosters: Instant rank-up items (no leveling required)
- Fodder Replacements: Alternative to sacrificing other champions
Unlike rank chickens which require specific conditions, standard chickens are ready to use immediately upon acquisition.
Primary Ways to Get Chickens
1. Event and Tournament Rewards
Most chickens come from:
- Weekly events (Fusion, Champion Training)
- Tournaments (Dungeon Divers, Arena)
- Progression rewards (monthly quests)
Tip: Save energy for Champion Training events where 4★ and 5★ chickens are common rewards.
2. In-Game Shops
| Shop | Chicken Type | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Clan Shop | 3★ Chicken | 100 Clan Gold |
| 3v3 Bazaar | 4★ Chicken | 250 Gold Bars |
| Special Deals | 5★ Chicken | Real Money ($10-$20) |
3. Battle Pass Rewards
The free and premium battle pass tracks often include:
- 2★ Chickens (early tiers)
- 4★ Chickens (mid tiers)
- 5★ Chicken (final premium reward)
Alternative Methods Without Chickens
Campaign Farming
The most efficient way to level food champions:
- Use a strong campaign farmer (like Kael or Bellower)
- Run Brutal 12-3 for best XP/energy ratio
- Bring three food champions per run
According to Fragstrat’s Raid guides, this method yields about 10,000 XP per champion per run.
Dungeon Farming (Endgame)
Advanced players can use:
- Dragon 20-25 runs (with 1 carry + 4 food)
- Ice Golem 20 runs
- Provides gear + small XP gains
Chicken Rarity Comparison
| Chicken Rank | Equivalent Food Needed | Time Saved |
|---|---|---|
| 5★ | Five 5★ champions | 8-10 hours |
| 4★ | Four 4★ champions | 4-6 hours |
| 3★ | Three 3★ champions | 2-3 hours |
Pro Tips for Chicken Management
1. Prioritize Legendary Champions
Use 5★ chickens only on top-tier legendaries. For epics and rares, consider training food champions instead.
2. Save for Fusion Events
Having chickens ready can help complete champion training events faster during fusions.
3. Clan Coordination
Join an active clan that downs Clan Boss daily for consistent clan gold income to buy 3★ chickens.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using high-rank chickens on easily farmable champions
- Wasting gems on chicken packs when energy refills are better
- Not checking the 3v3 Bazaar reset (every 2 weeks)
Remember: While chickens are convenient, a balanced approach using both chickens and food champions is most sustainable for long-term progression in Raid Shadow Legends.