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AFK Arena Mortas, also known as “The Insidious,” is an intelligence-based support hero from the Hypogean faction. He was added to the game in November 2020. Mortas’ Ultimate enhance the ally with the highest Attack Rating, boosting their attributes such as Attack Rating and allowing their normal attacks to steal enemies’ health and shields. He can also cause enemies to transfer recovery effects they receive to himself.
The Insidious
Mortas
- Faction: Hypogean
- Type: Agility
- Class: Support
- Role: Regen
- Rarity: Ascended
- Union: Human
- Gender: Male
- Enemies: Edwin
AFK Arena Mortas Guide: Skills
Empowerment
At Unlock Level 1, Mortas grants the allied target with the highest Attack Rating 25% of their own Attack Rating and 25 Attack Speed points along with the effects of “Greed” until battle ends.
At Level 81, All allies gain 35% of their Attack Rating and 35 Attack Speed points.
At Level 161, The bonus increases to 40% Attack Rating and 40 Attack Speed points.
Greed
At Unlock Level 11, this passive ability allows Mortas’ Normal Attacks to steal 4% of an enemy’s current health and 10% of their current shield value. Each enemy may only be affected by this ability once every 1.5 seconds. The amount of health stolen cannot exceed 220% of Mortas’ own Attack Rating.
At Level 21, Normal Attacks now also steal 50 Energy points from the enemy.
At Level 101, Normal Attacks steal 6% of the enemy’s current health and 15% of their current shield value.
At Level 181, Normal Attacks steal 8% of the enemy’s current health and 20% of their current shield value.
Blood Pact
At Unlock Level 41, Mortas consumes 10% of his current health to heal the most injured non-summoned ally for 2 times worth the amount of the health which was consumed.
At Level 121, he heals the most injured ally for 3 times worth the amount of health which was consumed.
At Level 201, he heals the most injured ally for 4 times worth the amount of health which was consumed.
Devilish Deal
At Unlock Level 61, Mortas allows the enemy that has regenerated the highest amount of health to instantly recover 15% of their max health; however, for the following 15 seconds, all of the health regenerated by the enemy is transferred to Mortas.
At Level 141, the enemy recovers 10% of their max health.
At Level 221, the effects are increased to 25 seconds.
AFK Arena Mortas Guide: Signature Item
Deception
The strongest thing in the world is neither magic nor might, it is deception.
Skill: Trickery
When a Normal Attack deals a Critical Strike, another enemy is additionally struck, however, the damage dealt is reduced by 70% and the additional attack does not trigger any effects.
+10 Unlocks When a Normal Attack deals a Critical Strike, another enemy is additionally struck, however, the damage dealt is reduced by 50% and the additional attack does not trigger any effects.
+20 Unlocks Normal Attacks that are buffed by “Greed” now have a small Area of Effect.
+30 Unlocks When a Normal Attack deals a Critical Strike, another enemy is additionally struck, however, the damage dealt is reduced by 20% and the additional attack does not trigger any effects.
+40 Unlocks Significantly increases the damage of additional attacks.
AFK Arena Mortas Guide: Furniture Ability
Deadly Redemption
3/9 Mythic Pieces When the ally benefiting from the effects of the ability “Empowerment” dies, Mortas takes back the empowered Attack Rating and Attack Speed bonuses from them and deals 250% AoE damage from where the ally was standing. This ability may only be activated 1 time per battle.
9/9 Mythic Pieces When the ally benefiting from the effects of the ability “Empowerment” dies, Mortas takes back the empowered Attack Rating and Attack Speed bonuses from them and deals 250% AoE damage from where the ally was standing. This ability may only be activated 3 times per battle.
AFK Arena Mortas Guide: Eternal Engravings
| Unlock Level (Eternal Engravings) | Name | Icon | Description |
| 30 | Blood Pact |  | Enhance the ability Blood Pact, heals most injured ally for 4.5 times worth the amount of health which was consumed. Reach 2 Star Ascended with this hero to gain: CBR +3 Reach 3 star Ascended with this hero to gain: CBR +3 |
| 60 | Devilish Deal |  | Enhance the ability Devilish Deal, Enemy loses 30 Haste points while effect is occurring. Reach 4 Star Ascended with this hero to gain: CBR +3 Reach 5 Star Ascended with this hero to gain: CBR +3 |
| 80 | Endeavor |  | Arena of Heroes, Legend’s Challenger Tournament, Legends’ Championship, Heroes of Esperia: AS +16.67 HP +13.7% |
AFK Arena Mortas Guide: Team Formation
| Hero | Faction | Role | Synergy Interaction |
|---|---|---|---|
Mortas |  | Support / Healer | Health steals & buffs Baden; benefits downstream DPS setups |
Geralt |  | Continuous DPS/ Warrior | Provides steady damage; cleans up CC-ed enemies |
Baden |  | Continuous Damage Warrior | Scales with Mortas debuff; high damage follow-up |
Mulan | | Continuous Damage Ranger | Sets up CC for Mortas/Baden; adds frontline pressure |
Tamrus |  | Initiator & crowd control frontline | Pulls enemies into AoE zones, enabling team combos |
AFK Arena Mortas Guide: Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths
Powerful Buff Support
AFK Arena Mortas applies Empowerment to the highest-attack ally, boosting their Attack Rating and Attack Speed while granting lifesteal, making them a much stronger damage dealer.
Consistent Lifesteal & Sustain
His passive ability “Greed” continuously drains health from enemies, including shields and energy at higher levels, which helps sustain both himself and his team.
Effective Against Healers
His “Devilish Deal” counters healing-based enemies by redirecting healing effects to himself, weakening enemy sustain-focused strategies.
Synergy as Secondary Support
AFK Arena Mortas complements energy buffers and high DPS allies well, enhancing their damage and survivability through shared buffs.
Weaknesses
Needs Setup/Investment
AFK Arena Mortas requires strong investment in gear, Signature Item upgrades, and Eternal Engravings to reach his full potential.
Low Early Survivability
His low base survivability makes him vulnerable at the start of battles, especially if not well-protected by tanks or support.
Limited AoE Damage
AFK Arena Mortas focuses on single-target support and sustain, lacking the area-of-effect damage needed in wave-clearing situations.
Reliant on Team Balance
He performs best when paired with high-attack allies; in compositions with too many supports or low DPS, his value diminishes.
AFK Arena Mortas Guide: Conclusion
AFK Arena Mortas is a powerful Hypogean support hero whose Empowerment ability can greatly enhance a team’s primary damage dealer, while his Greed passive and Devilish Deal skill provide reliable sustain and counter enemy healing. With proper investment in his Signature Item, Furniture, and Eternal Engravings, Mortas thrives in prolonged battles as a strong secondary support. However, he remains vulnerable early in combat, and his effectiveness can be reduced in teams lacking solid frontline protection. Overall, Mortas is a high-skill, high-reward hero best suited for strategic, carry-focused formations.
Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)
❓What is Mortas primary role?
Mortas is a support hero who enhances allies with buffs, steals health from enemies, and counters healing, making him ideal for sustained fights and boosting your primary damage dealer.
❓Does investing in gear and engravings matter?
Yes, Mortas requires strong investment in his Signature Item, Furniture, and Eternal Engravings to maximize healing, survivability, and skill enhancements that unlock his full potential in battle.
❓What are Mortas’s limitations?
Mortas lacks early-game durability, deals no AoE damage, and relies heavily on team synergy. Without investment and protection, he struggles to survive and support effectively in battles.
❓How strong is his Empowerment buff?
Empowerment significantly boosts your strongest ally’s attack and speed, helping them deal more damage rapidly. It’s crucial for enhancing burst potential in carry-based or damage-focused team setups.
❓How does his “Greed” passive work?
Greed” allows Mortas to steal health from enemies with each normal attack. At higher levels, it also drains enemy shields and energy, improving survivability and team sustain significantly.
