Overview

Carl is a geology enthusiast who throws his pickaxe like a boomerang, dealing damage on both its outward and return journeys. This scientific brawler excels at long-range combat and can hit enemies hiding behind walls with his unique throwing mechanics. His Super allows him to spin rapidly while moving, dealing continuous damage to nearby enemies. Carl's consistent damage output and ability to control lanes make him perfect for players who enjoy precise positioning and hitting enemies from unexpected angles.

Abilities

Attack: Pickaxe

Main Attack

Carl throws his pickaxe in a straight line, dealing damage to enemies on both the outward throw and the return trip back to him.

Damage: 1,120
Max damage: 2,240
Range: 8.67
Reload: Variable

Super: Tailspin

Super Ability

Carl spins his pickaxe around himself while moving, dealing damage to all nearby enemies and destroying obstacles in his path.

Damage per hit: 320
Duration: 3 seconds
Range: 2.67
Charges: 9 hits

Star Powers

Power Throw

Carl's pickaxe travels 25% faster and farther, allowing him to hit enemies from greater distances and reducing the time between hits.

Protective Pirouette

During his Super, Carl takes 40% less damage from all sources, making him much more survivable while spinning through enemy territory.

Gadgets

Heat Ejector

Carl instantly destroys all obstacles around him and damages nearby enemies, perfect for clearing cover or escaping tight situations.

Flying Hook

Carl throws his pickaxe in the target direction and pulls himself to its location, providing excellent mobility and repositioning options.

Strategy & Tips

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Boomerang Mastery

Position yourself to hit enemies twice with your pickaxe. The return trip can catch enemies off guard and deal massive damage.

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Wall Piercing

Use your pickaxe to hit enemies behind walls and cover. This unique ability gives you angles other brawlers can't achieve.

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Super Positioning

Use your Super to push through enemy lines or clear multiple enemies in tight spaces. The movement makes you unpredictable.

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Defensive Spinning

With Protective Pirouette, use your Super defensively to tank damage while dealing consistent damage to nearby enemies.

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Wall Breaking

Heat Ejector can instantly clear cover and damage enemies, perfect for opening up the map or creating escape routes.

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Hook Mobility

Flying Hook provides excellent gap closing or escape options. Use it to reach high-value targets or retreat quickly.

Best Game Modes

Heist

Excellent for both attacking and defending. Can hit the safe from safe positions and defend with consistent area damage.

Bounty

Perfect for controlling lanes and hitting enemies from long range. Can eliminate enemies hiding behind cover.

Hot Zone

Great for controlling zones with his spinning Super and hitting enemies trying to contest objectives.

Skins

Default Carl

The classic geology enthusiast with his signature hard hat, work clothes, and trusty pickaxe.

Road Rage Carl

A biker-themed skin that transforms Carl into a tough road warrior with leather jacket and motorcycle aesthetics.

Captain Carl

A pirate-themed skin featuring a captain's hat, nautical outfit, and anchor-themed pickaxe.

True Silver Carl

An elegant silver-themed skin that gives Carl's pickaxe and hard hat a premium metallic finish.

Are You Like Carl?

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