Overview
Buster is a fearless stunt performer who combines spectacular defensive capabilities with crowd control mechanics. This daredevil tank excels at protecting teammates and disrupting enemy formations through his unique shield-based abilities. Buster's theatrical background gives him the confidence to charge into danger while providing cover for his allies. His combination of high health, shield generation, and area control makes him an ideal frontline brawler who can absorb damage while setting up plays for his team.
Abilities
Attack: Stunt Double
Main AttackBuster fires a projectile that creates a temporary shield barrier on impact, providing cover for himself and allies while dealing damage.
Super: Blockbuster
Super AbilityBuster charges forward, stunning enemies in his path and creating a massive shield wall that blocks projectiles and provides team protection.
Star Powers
Blockbuster
Buster's shield barriers last 25% longer and provide additional protection, enhancing his defensive capabilities for extended engagements.
Stunt Double
When Buster's shield is destroyed, it explodes dealing area damage to nearby enemies and potentially eliminating weakened opponents.
Gadgets
Slo-Mo Replay
Buster slows down all enemies in a large area around him, making them easier targets for his team and reducing their escape potential.
Utility Belt
Buster instantly creates three shield barriers in a fan pattern, providing immediate cover and area control for strategic positioning.
Strategy & Tips
Shield Placement
Position your shield barriers strategically to provide cover for teammates and control key battlefield areas.
Charge Timing
Use Blockbuster when enemies are grouped together to maximize stun potential and shield wall effectiveness.
Extended Defense
With Blockbuster star power, use your longer-lasting shields to control areas for extended periods.
Explosive Shields
Position Stunt Double shields near enemies so they take damage when the barriers are destroyed.
Crowd Control
Use Slo-Mo Replay to set up easy eliminations for your team or to escape dangerous situations.
Triple Shield
Deploy Utility Belt's three shields to instantly control chokepoints and create multiple defensive positions.
Best Game Modes
Gem Grab
Excellent for protecting the gem carrier with shield barriers and controlling the central area.
Siege
Perfect for defending the IKE turret and creating protective barriers during robot construction.
Heist
Great for both defending the safe with shields and pushing toward the enemy safe with protective cover.
Skins
Default Buster
The original stunt performer design with protective gear and theatrical performance aesthetics.
Director Buster
A filmmaking-themed skin that transforms Buster into a movie director with professional equipment.
Superhero Buster
A comic book hero skin featuring cape and mask with enhanced protective abilities styling.
True Silver/Gold Buster
Premium metallic variants that give Buster a distinguished appearance with enhanced shield effects.
Are You Like Buster?
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