- Project Slayers Champion set items are earned from weekly competitive dungeon leaderboard rewards
- Finish in the top 24 points for the week to claim a random Champion item
- Typical safe score targets range from 3,500 to 4,200 points per week
- Save double-point orbs for boss spawns to maximize your score
- Trading is easier than leaderboard grinding if you want a specific Champion item
What Is the Project Slayers Champion Set?
The Project Slayers Champion set is a collection of rare, high-prestige items awarded through the game's competitive dungeon mode. Instead of dropping from bosses or shop purchases, Champion items are distributed as weekly leaderboard rewards to the top-performing players in competitive dungeons. Each week, the leaderboard resets, and players ranked in the top 24 by points can claim a random Champion item.
Because the reward is randomized, even a first-place finish does not guarantee the specific Champion piece you want. This makes the set one of the most luck-dependent collections to complete in Project Slayers.
Video Highlights:
- Weekly leaderboards reset and top 24 players claim a random Champion item
- Competitive mode is solo-only with a set weekly map and fixed spawn paths
- Around 4,200 points were needed to enter the leaderboard in one week
- Insta-kill orbs reduce points earned per enemy, so use them carefully
- Trading is recommended over grinding if you want a specific item
The leaderboard only rewards the top 24 players each week. Your goal is not a "good run" — it is consistently outscoring at least 24 other grinders on the same fixed map.
Competitive Dungeon Rules
Competitive mode plays very differently from normal Project Slayers dungeons. Understanding the rule changes is essential before you commit to a Champion set grind.
| Rule | Competitive Mode | Normal Dungeons |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | Solo only | Co-op allowed |
| Ultimate | Charged via meter bar | Available normally |
| Movement | No double jumping | Double jump allowed |
| Map | Fixed weekly set map | Rotating maps |
| Spawns | Fixed paths based on kill timing | Random-ish spawns |
| Reward | Champion item (top 24 weekly) | Standard drops |
Because spawn paths are determined by when you kill enemies, two players who kill enemies at the same times will see the same bosses, orbs, and events. Optimization is about memorizing the best kill timings, not reacting to randomness.
Competitive mode is prone to bugs: leaderboards may reset early, runs sometimes fail to register, and enemies can become unhittable or fling you off the map. Always screenshot your final score as a record.
Step-by-Step: Grinding for a Champion Item
Follow this proven routine to maximize your weekly point total in competitive dungeons.
Queue Competitive Early in the Week
Start your grind at the start of the weekly reset so you have multiple days to push your score and verify it registers on the leaderboard.
Load a High-Damage Build
Strong Blood Demon Arts paired with War Fans perform well on small maps where you need fast, reliable kills to control spawn timings.
Learn the Fixed Route
Run a clockwise route, spawn-camping each enemy as it appears (for example, the enemy near the rocks). Repeating the same route every run makes timings predictable.
Manage Your Orbs
Skip insta-kill orbs unless you cannot kill enemies with a full M1 combo, since they reduce points per kill. Save double-point orbs for boss spawns or late-run enemies.
Track Boss Timings
Bosses spawn every 1 minute and 30 seconds. Plan orb pickups around these windows, since bosses during double-point windows are your biggest score spikes.
Verify and Repeat
Confirm your run appears on the leaderboard before leaving the lobby, then repeat runs to push above the cutoff — usually 3,500 to 4,200 points.
If you experience lag (missed M1 damage, losing every trade), widen your character body, turn off shadows, and lower material quality. Reduced lag directly translates to better times and more points.
Orb Strategy and Score Optimization
Orbs are the single biggest swing factor in your weekly score. Picking the wrong orb at the wrong time can cost you hundreds of points.
| Orb Type | Effect | Best Use | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Point | Doubles points from kills | Save for boss spawns and late-run enemies | ★★★★★ |
| Insta-Kill | Instantly kills enemies | Only if you cannot kill with full M1 combo | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Invisibility | Makes you untargetable briefly | Situational; risky if it wastes clock time | ★★☆☆☆ |
Route Runner
- Fixed clockwise circle route
- Spawn-camp each enemy
- Consistent, repeatable timings
Boss Splitter
- Save double-point orbs
- Focus boss windows every 90 seconds
- Highest score ceiling
Volume Grinder
- Max runs per week
- Accept moderate scores
- Relies on one lucky run landing
The most common ways strong runs fall apart: taking an invisibility orb by accident, getting stunned right as the timer ends, and eating a boss ultimate (such as Inosuke's) in the final seconds. Stay patient in the last 15 seconds of every run.
Champion Set vs. Trading: Which Path Is Right?
Grinding the leaderboard is not the only way to complete the Champion set — and for most players, it is not even the best way.
| Factor | Leaderboard Grind | Trading |
|---|---|---|
| Time cost | Very high (dozens of runs) | Moderate |
| Item choice | Random reward | Pick exactly what you want |
| Reliability | Bug-affected | Deterministic |
| Skill required | High timing mastery | Trading knowledge only |
| Best for | Dedicated solo grinders | Most collectors |
If you want a specific Champion item, trading for it is far more practical. You avoid leaderboard bugs, save hours of grinding, and get the exact piece you want instead of a random roll.
Before You Grind Competitive:
- Master a high-damage build (Blood Demon Art + War Fans)
- Memorize the weekly map route and orb locations
- Record enemy kill timings across 2-3 test runs
- Reduce lag (shadows off, materials lowered)
- Identify the current leaderboard cutoff score
- Screenshot every run above 3,500 points
FAQ
Q: How do I get a Project Slayers Champion set item?
Finish in the top 24 points on the weekly competitive dungeon leaderboard. When the leaderboard resets, eligible players can claim a random Champion item. Alternatively, trade with other players for the specific piece you want.
Q: How many points do I need to make the leaderboard?
It varies by week, but recent weeks required roughly 3,500 to 4,200 points to enter the top 24. Check the current leaderboard in-game to see the live cutoff before committing to a grind.
Q: Can I choose which Champion item I receive?
No. The leaderboard reward is randomized, so you could spend an entire week grinding and receive your least-wanted piece. Trading is the reliable way to target a specific Champion item.
Q: Why did my run not appear on the leaderboard?
Leaderboard bugs are common in competitive mode. Runs sometimes fail to register, and leaderboards have been observed resetting early. Wait briefly in the lobby after finishing, screenshot your score, and check the official Project Slayers Discord changelogs for known issues.
Q: Should I pick up insta-kill orbs during a run?
Generally no. Insta-kill orbs reduce the points you earn per enemy. Only take one if you cannot kill regular enemies with a full M1 combo and would otherwise lose time.