Tick may look small, but his mines pack a serious punch! Master the art of long-range zoning, strategic placement, and relentless pressure to control the battlefield. In this guide, you'll learn how to maximize Tickโs explosive potential, dodge incoming threats, and keep your enemies scrambling for cover. Whether you're playing defense or pushing the attack, these tips will help you turn every match into a well-calculated victory. Get ready to dominate with Tick!

Last Hurrah
Tick gains a 50% shield for 1.0 seconds. After that, it bursts out for 1280 damage.

Well Oiled
When Tick takes no damage and doesn't attack, he starts recovering health 2 seconds faster than normal.

Thicc Head
Tick's Head gains 1000 extra Health.

Health
Recover Health 50% more effectively.
Guide
Tick: The Explosive Menace๐ฅ๐คTick may have the least health in the game ๐ฌ, but he’s also the most annoying brawler when played right ๐. With absurdly long-range bombs ๐ฏ๐ฃ that ignore walls and a Super that will hunt down enemies like a debt collector ๐คฏ, Tick specializes in area control and psychological warfare (seriously, people rage quit because of him).His Hypercharge? More bombs ๐ฃ๐ฃ, more stats ๐, more chaos ๐ฅ. If that doesn’t scream maximum irritation, I don’t know what does. ๐Tick’s Personality – The Happy Little Menace ๐ฅณ๐ฃ
"Stago-stago-stageh" ๐คTick isn’t just a brawler—he’s a walking hazard sign โ ๏ธ with a permanent grin ๐๐ฅ. He follows Penny like a loyal pet ๐ถ, but let’s be honest—he’s less of a pet and more of a bomb enthusiast ๐ฃ๐คฏ with zero safety regulations. His only joy in life? Explosions ๐ฅ. He doesn’t think about consequences, strategy, or his own survival, really. He just wants to watch things go BOOM ๐ฅ—even if that includes himself. ๐Best Tick Build – Play Annoying or Go Home ๐ฅ๐พ
๐ Gadget: Last Hurrah ๐ฅ๐ก
This is Edgar’s worst nightmare ๐ฑ๐ฃ. This gadget gives Tick a shield ๐ก and a knockback explosion ๐ฅ, which is perfect against assassins like Edgar and Fang. Use it wisely, and they’ll never make it out alive. ๐ซ๐โญ Star Power: Well-Oiled โ๏ธ
Tick now heals โค๏ธ 1 second after taking damage or attacking. Pair this with Heal Gear, and he becomes a constantly regenerating annoyance. Especially like Piper ๐ฏ.โ๏ธ Best Gears
Thicc Head ๐คฏ – Makes Tick’s Super even harder to destroy.Health ๐ – Combos perfectly with Well-Oiled for maximum survivability.Shield ๐ก – Tick has the lowest health in the game ๐ฌ, so this gear helps him not evaporate instantly.Tick’s Strengths & Weaknesses ๐โ
Strengthsโ๏ธ Exceptional area control ๐บ – His mines force enemies to reposition ๐โ๏ธ.
โ๏ธ Long-range attacks ๐ฏ – Can lob bombs over obstacles ๐.
โ๏ธ High damage potential ๐ฃ – If all mines hit, enemies are done for ๐.
โ๏ธ Strong defense ๐ฐ – Perfect for blocking choke points โ and zoning enemies.โ Weaknesses๐จ Lowest health in the game ๐ฌ – He dies if you breathe on him too hard ๐ญ.
๐จ Slow reload speed ๐ – Ammo must be managed carefully ๐ฏ.
๐จ Struggles against fast brawlers ๐ – Assassins like Mortis dance around his mines ๐.
๐จ Super can be destroyed easily ๐ – Tick’s Head gets sniped quickly ๐ฏ by rapid-fire brawlers.Best Strategies for Tick ๐ง ๐ฃ
โ๏ธ Stay behind cover ๐ฐ – Tick is fragile, so always hide behind walls.
โ๏ธ Control choke points ๐ซ – Tick is a zoning master. Block narrow paths with bombs ๐ฃ.
โ๏ธ Avoid open spaces ๐ณ – Snipers like Piper & Brock will turn Tick into scrap metal ๐ .
โ๏ธPredict enemy movement ๐ – Throw mines where enemies WILL be, not where they are ๐ฏ. โ๏ธ Corner opponents โฌ – If an enemy is near a wall, trap them by throwing mines behind them ๐ฅ.๐ก PRO TIP: If Edgar jumps on you, fire bombs straight at yourself ๐ฃ๐. That way, 9 mines detonate instantly, deleting him from existence INSTANTLY ๐ซ๐.How to Use Tick’s Super Effectively ๐ณ๐ฃ
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Use it defensively ๐ก – If an enemy chases you, launch Tick’s Super, forcing them to retreat ๐โ๏ธ.
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Count enemy ammo ๐ – If an opponent has low ammo, they can’t destroy your Super before it explodes ๐คฏ.
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Combo with mines ๐ฃ๐ฅ – Throw mines first, then deploy your Super for a deadly trap โ ๏ธ.
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Predict knockback ๐ – Drop mines where enemies will land after knockback effects ๐ฏ.Tick’s Best & Worst Matchups ๐คบ
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Best Matchups – Who Tick Destroys
โ๏ธ 8-Bit ๐ฎ – His slow movement makes him an easy target for Tick’s zoning.
โ๏ธ Willow ๐งฟ – Tick can keep her at a distance to prevent her abilities.
โ๏ธ Hank ๐ฆ – Tick’s bombs force Hank to reposition.
โ๏ธ Frank ๐๏ธ – Last Hurrah interrupts Frank’s Super.
โ๏ธ Ash ๐ช – Tick’s mines prevent Ash from charging rage properly.๐ก Strategy vs These Brawlers:Keep them at a distance ๐—they struggle against Tick’s zoning.Use walls ๐ฐ for cover, while Tick throws bombs over them ๐ฏ.Block choke points ๐ซ—don’t let them reach objectives.โ Worst Matchups – Who Tick Fearsโ Mortis ๐ฆ – Dashes past Tick’s mines and deletes him.
โ Leon ๐บ – Goes invisible, sneaks up, and poof Tick is gone.
โ Edgar ๐ค – Can jump over mines and attack directly.
โ Piper & Brock ๐ซ – Tick gets sniped in open areas.๐ก Strategy vs These Brawlers:Stay behind cover ๐ฐ—avoid snipers.Use Tick’s Super defensively ๐ณ๐ฃ—force assassins to retreat.Keep moving ๐—don’t be predictable.Tick’s Guide for Every Game Modeโ
Gem Grab
โ๏ธ Control the center—Tick can deny enemy movement near the gem spawn.
โ๏ธ Protect the gem carrier—stay behind cover and zone out enemies.๐ฅ Best Build:
Gadget: Last Hurrah
Star Power: Well Oiled
Gear: Shieldโ
Hot Zone
โ๏ธ Block enemy entry—Tick can prevent enemies from entering the zone.
โ๏ธ Pair with tanky teammates—they hold the zone while Tick controls space.๐ฅ Best Build:
Gadget: Mine Mania
Star Power: Automa-Tick Reload
Gear: Thicc Headโ
Showdown (Solo & Duo)
โ๏ธ Play defensively—Tick is fragile, avoid direct fights.
โ๏ธ Use mines to control space—keep enemies away.๐ฅ Best Build:
Gadget: Mine Mania
Star Power: Well Oiled
Gear: Thicc Head, Shield๐ฏ Bounty – Tick the Sniping Menace
Best Strategy: ๐ฃ Play defensively – Tick’s long-range bombs make him ideal for staying safe ๐ฐ. ๐ฏ Target squishy Brawlers – Chip away at enemies without exposing yourself ๐. ๐ฅ Use Tick’s Super to finish enemies off – If they’re low on health, send in Tick’s explosive head! ๐คฏ๐ฅ Best Build: โ๏ธ Gadget: Last Hurrah (because survival is key!) ๐ก โญ Star Power: Well Oiled (so Tick keeps regenerating like a mosquito you can’t swat!) ๐ โ๏ธ Gear: Shield (because let’s face it, Tick needs all the protection he can get!) ๐ก๐ Knockout – Tick the Master of Movement Control
Best Strategy: ๐ง Control enemy movement – Tick’s mines force enemies into bad positions ๐. โค๏ธ Stay alive at all costs – Knockout has no respawns, so avoid unnecessary risks ๐. ๐ณ Use Tick’s Super wisely – It can secure eliminations and pressure opponents ๐ฅ.๐ฅ Best Build: โ๏ธ Gadget: Last Hurrah (for emergency explosions and defense!) ๐ฃ โญ Star Power: Well Oiled (faster healing means more annoying zoning!) ๐ฅ โ๏ธ Gear: Thicc Head (because a stronger Super is ALWAYS better!) ๐ค๐ฅ Heist – Tick the Long-Range Safe Terrorizer
Best Strategy: ๐ฃ Chip away at the safe – Tick’s mines deal consistent damage over time ๐ฏ. ๐ง Control enemy movement – Prevent opponents from reaching your safe ๐ก. ๐ฅ Pair with high-damage teammates – Tick is not the main damage dealer, but can annoy enemies to death ๐๐ฃ.๐ฅ Best Build: โ๏ธ Gadget: Mine Mania (for maximum bomb spam!) ๐ฅ๐ฅ โญ Star Power: Automa-Tick Reload (faster attacks = more destruction!) ๐ โ๏ธ Gear: Damage (because why NOT make explosions even stronger?) --------------------------------------------
Final Thoughts – How to Maximize Tick’s Chaos๐คฏ๐ฅTick isn’t about honor or fairness โ๏ธ—he’s about making enemies rage quit ๐ข while laughing uncontrollably ๐คฃ. Play defensively, control space ๐บ, and always predict movements ๐ to explode enemies before they know what hit them ๐ฅ.Be annoying. Be unpredictable. And most of all, enjoy watching everything explode! ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ
Game Modes

Hot Zone
### 2. Hot Zone#### Best Strategy- Block enemy entry: Tick’s mines can prevent enemies from entering the zone.
- Stay at a distance: Avoid direct combat and focus on area denial.
- Pair with tanky teammates: Let them hold the zone while Tick controls space.#### Best Build- Gadget: Mine Mania (for extra mines)
- Star Power: Automa-Tick Reload (for faster attacks)
- Gear: Thicc Head (boosts Super health)
Best maps: 1. Open business 2. Dueling beetles

Gem Grab
### 1. Gem Grab#### Best Strategy- Control the center: Tick’s mines can deny enemy movement near the gem spawn.
- Protect the gem carrier: Stay behind cover and zone out enemies.
- Force enemies to reposition: Use mines to block escape routes.#### Best Build- Gadget: Last Hurrah (for survivability)
- Star Power: Well Oiled (for faster healing)
- Gear: Shield (extra survivability)
Tip: do not be the gem carrier.
Bushy maps aren't good for him.
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