Highguard Pit two teams of three against each other in a unique hybrid of tower defense, thrown into a frenzied PvP battle. With eight heroes at launch, each with a unique set of abilities, each battle is sure to play out differently than the last.
Raid Mode throws you straight into the fray, selecting a Warden and mastering their abilities to capture a Shieldbreaker and infiltrate their tower. Atticus is one of those wardens, and he's all about dealing damage. He uses the power of lightning to set up situations that benefit your party. Here's how to best play as Atticus in the game.
Overview of Atticus' abilities
Atticus is an attack character, which you can consider DPS as far as classes go. He is Great for setting up situations with your Shockspears For both offensive and defensive situations, and can Rain damage from above with your utmost. Here's his full trick to understand everything he can do.
Shakespeare (Strategic Powers)
Atticus will throw a charged spear that hits and Sticks to the area It descends. A charged spear will deal constant damage, Stuns any nearby enemies which comes into its vicinity. Damage also occurs Charge your idle.
you can Throw out a total of three Shockspears Once, and once placed, you can Pick them up and put them somewhere else. once you In all three placesShakespeare will then go into one 60 second cooldown.
You're pressing a button to better aim the Shakespeare for a little more control over where it lands.
Supercharged X (Passive Power)
This ability Nerabi releases a shockwave that destroys resource nodes To trap you Vesper. Vesper is used to trade and purchase items and upgrades, and Atticus excels at gathering resources for this passive power.
If you complete a QTE while breaking a resource node, you get this powerup without charging through your Shockspears.
The next resource node you will hit too Explode, without you hitting it with a QTE event, When the ability on your Ax is fully charged.
Powerstorm (Ultimate Power)
Atticus rises into the air and rains lightning-charged spears of destruction. Pushing the button he got up Five charges who Superpower lightning spear.
will throw them down Both players and structures deal huge damage on hits.
At the time of his supreme power, Your movement is limited; You can climb up to help your goal, or you can dive down. You are usually limited to the general area in which you use your power at this time, so plan when to use it wisely.
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Tips for playing as Atticus
Atticus is Useful in both offense and defense Thanks to his Shockspears. before Shieldbreaker ready, Keeping them near or around If they are hidden properly it can help your team attack the opposing team. Unexpected damage will catch the enemy unawares and make them easier to kill.
Understand that if they see, they You can tip the enemy to the fact that you are around. This brings you to another point Using them as a distraction.
Although this is not the best use for your Shockspears, if they are found, you can always use them to isolate them from the area while the enemy searches around for them to find you.
By hiding them can Really nice job on the special mapas much as possible Using them in tight tunnels That your enemy team may be forced to go through.
you can All routes blocked with his Shockspears, Force the enemy in a difficult position Go through specific paths for ambushesor to do Take the damage that goes through them.
They are too Good to use when infiltrating a base Or when you are intruding. Create choke points Using your Shakspeares that help you get easy picks when enemies are inside your base.
You can too Use them around you to protect yourself You sabotage the enemy's generator to explode their base.
Throw them into the room like a grenade before you enter, creating a line where electricity snakes through them, covering the entire room with continuous electrical damage for good advantage when attempting an offensive push.
don't forget Once they are placed you can collect themSo you can Use them a little more liberally. Catch them throughout the game; Practice using them regularly.
In your relationship Supreme power, be very careful When using this. Because of this Limited movement, You won't be able to Rising up in the sky Pursuit of an enemy while up. If you are chasing the enemy, Make sure you have enough space When you use your Powerstorm to do that, and they can't outrun you.
you Can still be killed at his ultimate power. For this reason, Do not in confined spaces Like inside your base. It may be tempting to use it to protect your generator, but instead, only you Become an easy floating target Those who cannot walk properly.
Also don't forget a A powerful tool to destroy walls And buildings, therefore Using it to create an opening for your team Useful as used to eliminate enemies.
Saving it for a combat reset when Shieldbreaker is available and destroying the opposing team in one swoop is a fun way to get a ton of value.
Since you get a charge for your Supercharged Ax by breaking Resource Nodes, you should always be collecting Vesper, as you're easier to get than the others. This is very useful for respawning and upgrading or restocking items needed.
Learn how to use your Shockspears and time them right for your Powerstorm, and you'll create more opportunities for your team to take advantage of the enemy.
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