Murphy, also known as the Unyielding Warrior, is an Ultra Rare Tank hero in Last War: Survival. He specializes in absorbing damage, reducing Physical Damage, and protecting the rest of the formation.
This guide explains Murphy’s skills, upgrade priorities, team role, recommended gear, and the best ways to use him as a frontline defender.
Murphy Hero Overview
Murphy is an Ultra Rare hero who can be obtained through the Tavern. His main role is to stand in the front row and reduce the damage received by his teammates.
Unlike offensive Tank heroes, Murphy contributes primarily through damage mitigation and team protection. His strongest defensive ability can eventually apply Physical Damage Reduction to the entire squad.
- Rarity: Ultra Rare
- Vehicle Type: Tank
- Specialty: Defensive Tank and Damage Absorption
- Damage Type: Physical Damage
- March Size: 350
- Best Position: Front row
Players still developing their hero roster can learn more about recruitment mechanics in the Last War Tavern guide.
Since Murphy is a Tank hero, upgrades from the Last War Tank Center can also improve his stats and strengthen other Tank heroes in the formation.
Murphy Skills Breakdown
Murphy’s abilities focus on frontline protection, Physical Damage Reduction, and personal survivability. His defensive skills generally provide more value than his standard attack.
Cannon Fire
- Type: Auto Attack
- Cooldown: 1.60 seconds
- Damage Type: Physical Damage
- Base Damage: 490.99% of Murphy’s Attack
Cannon Fire is Murphy’s standard attack. It provides steady Physical Damage while he performs his main role as a frontline defender.
The skill becomes stronger as Murphy gains star levels, although it should normally receive lower priority than his defensive abilities.
| Star Level | Additional Effect |
|---|---|
| 1 | Deals 30% additional damage |
| 2 | Increases additional damage to 70% |
| 3 | Increases additional damage to 120% |
| 4 | Increases additional damage to 185% |
| 5 | Increases additional damage to 270% |
Upgrade tip: Improve Cannon Fire after Murphy’s main protection skills unless additional damage is specifically needed.
Stand Firm
- Type: Passive
- Cooldown: Not applicable
- Base Effect: Reduces damage received by front-row units by 17%
Stand Firm provides continuous protection to the frontline. Because the effect is passive, it remains active without requiring Murphy to cast an ability.
This skill benefits both Murphy and the second front-row hero, making it especially useful in formations built around two durable defenders.
Each star level improves the effect by an additional 3%.
Upgrade tip: Prioritize Stand Firm when Murphy is being used as a primary frontline protector.
Ironclad Barrier
- Type: Tactics and Physical Protection
- Cooldown: 10 seconds
- Base Effect: Provides 29% Physical Damage Reduction to the front row for five seconds
Ironclad Barrier is Murphy’s most important active protection skill. It reduces the Physical Damage received by frontline heroes during a critical period of the battle.
At higher star levels, the duration and strength improve. At star level four, the protection expands from the front row to the entire squad.
| Star Level | Additional Effect |
|---|---|
| 1 | Increases the duration to six seconds |
| 2 | Adds 5% Physical Damage Reduction |
| 3 | Increases the duration to seven seconds |
| 4 | Applies Physical Damage Reduction to the entire squad |
| 5 | Increases the duration to eight seconds |
Upgrade tip: Ironclad Barrier should usually receive the highest priority because its higher-level effects can protect the full formation.
Super Sensing
- Type: Expertise
- Cooldown: Not applicable
- Effect: Increases Murphy’s HP, Attack, and Defense by 20% and improves his skill cooldown rate by 10%
Super Sensing strengthens Murphy’s core combat stats. The HP and Defense bonuses increase his durability, while the cooldown-rate improvement helps him activate Ironclad Barrier more frequently.
The Attack increase also improves Cannon Fire, although survivability remains the main benefit of this skill.
Upgrade tip: Develop Super Sensing after Ironclad Barrier and Stand Firm to improve Murphy’s overall frontline performance.
Best Murphy Skill Upgrade Priority
Murphy should be developed as a defensive hero. A practical skill priority is:
- Ironclad Barrier for powerful Physical Damage Reduction and eventual squad-wide protection.
- Stand Firm for constant frontline damage reduction.
- Super Sensing for increased HP, Defense, and cooldown speed.
- Cannon Fire for additional Physical Damage.
Your exact priority may depend on Murphy’s star level and role in the formation. For broader advice about allocating skill resources, read the Last War hero skill upgrade guide.
Best Gear for Murphy
Murphy performs best with equipment that strengthens his ability to absorb damage. Offensive gear can improve Cannon Fire, but defensive attributes should normally receive priority.
- HP: Increases the total amount of damage Murphy can survive.
- Defense: Improves his resistance against incoming attacks.
- Damage Reduction: Supports the same defensive purpose as Stand Firm and Ironclad Barrier.
- Attack: Improves Cannon Fire but should remain a secondary consideration.
Focus promotion materials on Murphy’s main defensive equipment before upgrading gear used by secondary heroes. The Last War gear upgrade and promotion guide provides more guidance on equipment priorities.
Best Team Synergies for Murphy
Murphy is most effective when paired with heroes who can take advantage of his damage-reduction abilities. He can serve as either the primary defender or an assistant defender beside another durable frontline hero.
Murphy and Williams
Williams is another defensive Tank hero who can strengthen frontline Defense and reduce incoming damage.
Using Murphy and Williams together can create a durable frontline, giving back-row damage dealers more time to activate their abilities. However, using two defensive heroes may reduce total squad damage, so the remaining positions should include strong attackers.
Murphy and Carlie
Carlie can also provide defensive value. Her compatibility with Murphy depends on your main squad type and whether the formation benefits from combining heroes from different vehicle categories.
Murphy and Adam
Adam is another hero who can contribute to frontline durability. Pairing him with Murphy may be useful when survival is more important than maximizing immediate damage.
When building a Murphy formation, prioritize:
- One additional durable frontline hero
- Two or three strong damage dealers
- Tank heroes that benefit from Tank Center upgrades
- Support effects that improve survivability or damage output
How to Use Murphy Effectively
- Place him in the front row: Murphy needs to receive attacks so his defensive strengths provide value.
- Develop Ironclad Barrier: Reaching the squad-wide protection effect significantly increases his usefulness.
- Pair him with damage dealers: Murphy creates time for attackers to activate their strongest skills.
- Use defensive gear: HP, Defense, and damage reduction fit his role better than pure offensive equipment.
- Improve the Tank Center: Tank progression supports Murphy and other Tank heroes in the formation.
- Avoid excessive defensive stacking: A squad with too many defenders may survive longer but struggle to defeat enemies.
Murphy in Different Game Modes
Murphy is useful in game modes where the squad must survive heavy Physical Damage or protect vulnerable attackers.
- Campaign: His frontline protection can help the squad survive difficult stages.
- PvP: Squad-wide Physical Damage Reduction can reduce pressure from Physical attackers.
- Alliance combat: Murphy can anchor a Tank-focused formation during longer battles.
- Boss encounters: His value depends on whether survivability or maximum damage is the main requirement.
Is Murphy Worth Upgrading?
Murphy is worth upgrading for players who need a reliable Tank defender or are building a formation that depends on frontline durability.
His strongest advantage is the ability to reduce Physical Damage for the entire squad after Ironclad Barrier reaches the required progression level. This can help high-damage heroes remain active for longer.
However, Murphy should be prioritized when he is part of your main formation. Investing heavily in several defensive heroes at once may slow the development of your primary attackers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I unlock Murphy?
Murphy can be obtained through the Tavern. Recruitment availability and reward sources may vary according to server progression and current events.
What type of hero is Murphy?
Murphy is an Ultra Rare Tank hero who specializes in damage absorption and Physical Damage Reduction.
What is Murphy’s primary role?
His primary role is to stand in the front row, reduce incoming damage, and protect the rest of the formation.
Which Murphy skill should I upgrade first?
Ironclad Barrier should generally receive priority because it provides strong Physical Damage Reduction and can eventually protect the entire squad.
What makes Murphy a strong Tank hero?
Murphy combines passive frontline protection, an active Physical Damage Reduction skill, high defensive potential, and improved cooldown speed.
Which heroes work well with Murphy?
Williams, Carlie, and Adam can provide additional frontline support. Murphy also works well with powerful back-row attackers who benefit from extended protection.
At what point does Murphy become significantly stronger?
Murphy gains a major improvement when Ironclad Barrier begins applying Physical Damage Reduction to the entire squad.
What gear is best for Murphy?
Prioritize HP, Defense, and damage-reduction attributes. Attack should normally remain a secondary priority.
Does the Tank Center improve Murphy?
Yes. Murphy is a Tank hero, so relevant Tank Center upgrades can improve his stats and overall performance.
Conclusion
Murphy is a dependable frontline Tank hero who specializes in reducing Physical Damage and protecting the rest of the squad. His value increases considerably when Ironclad Barrier develops from frontline protection into a squad-wide defensive effect.
To maximize Murphy, prioritize Ironclad Barrier and Stand Firm, equip defensive gear, improve the Tank Center, and pair him with strong attackers or another suitable frontline hero.
Developing Murphy into a reliable squad protector can require hero shards, skill medals, defensive gear, Tank Center upgrades, and a well-developed supporting roster. If you would rather begin with an established formation, explore Last War accounts for sale on Heaven Guardian. Available listings may include developed Tank heroes, promoted gear, stronger formations, and established account progression, supported by lifetime warranty coverage and dedicated customer assistance.
Account contents differ between listings, so review the hero roster, Murphy’s progression, Tank development, gear, and other account details before completing a purchase.
Hero skills, recruitment methods, damage-reduction values, and game balance may change through future updates. For official announcements and current game information, visit the official Last War website.
