Ways To Play Legends Guide (Ranked)
In this guide, I will be going over how to play your legend. Mind you these are my ideas and thoughts on how they should be played and other's opinions may be different. This guide was written as a player from season 0 with 6100 hours into the game thus far.
Jump to:
- Wraith
- Lifeline
- Bloodhound
- Gibraltar
- Pathfinder
- Bangalore
- Caustic
- Mirage
- Octane
- Wattson
- Crypto
- Revenant
- Loba
- Rampart
- Horizon
- Fuse
- Valkyrie
- Seer
- Mad Maggie
- Ash
- Newcastle
- Vantage
- Catalyst
Wraith↑
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Use Wraith's Tactical Ability Wisely: Wraith's tactical ability, Into the Void, allows her to quickly escape from danger by becoming temporarily invulnerable. Use it wisely to avoid taking damage when you're in a tough situation, like when you're getting shot at or when you're caught in the storm. However, be mindful of using it too often, as it has a cooldown period.
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Use Wraith's Ultimate Ability for Mobility: Wraith's ultimate ability, Dimensional Rift, allows her to create two portals that she and her teammates can use to quickly move from one location to another. Use this ability to reposition yourself and your team during engagements, especially when you need to flank the enemy team.
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Coordinate with Your Team: In competitive play, communication is key. Coordinate with your team on when to push, when to retreat, and when to use your abilities. As Wraith, you can use your tactical ability to scout ahead and provide valuable information to your team.
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Prioritize Survivability: In competitive play, survival is more important than getting kills. Wraith's small hitbox makes her difficult to hit, but it's important to keep moving and use cover to avoid taking damage. Don't be afraid to disengage from fights if you're taking too much damage.
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Utilize Cover: Wraith's small hitbox allows her to make use of cover better than most other Legends. Use cover to your advantage by peeking out to take shots at the enemy while minimizing your own exposure.
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Master Wraith's Movement: Wraith's passive ability, Voices from the Void, allows her to hear warnings when enemies are nearby. Use this information to plan your movements and avoid being caught off guard. Additionally, practice using Wraith's movement abilities to quickly navigate around the map and dodge incoming fire.
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Choose Your Loadout Carefully: Wraith's abilities make her a versatile Legend that can be effective with a variety of weapons. Choose a loadout that complements your playstyle and allows you to take advantage of Wraith's abilities.
Lifeline↑
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Use Lifeline's Tactical Ability to Support Your Team: Lifeline's tactical ability, D.O.C. Heal Drone, allows her to deploy a healing drone that can heal her and her teammates. Use it to support your team during engagements or to heal up after a fight.
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Utilize Lifeline's Ultimate Ability for Gear: Lifeline's ultimate ability, Care Package, allows her to call in a care package that contains high-quality gear. Use it strategically to give your team an advantage during fights or to restock on gear after looting an area.
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Stay Near Cover: Lifeline's small hitbox makes her a difficult target, but it's still important to use cover to minimize damage. Stay near cover to avoid taking unnecessary damage during fights.
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Be Prepared to Revive Your Teammates: Lifeline's passive ability, Combat Revive, allows her to revive teammates faster while also providing them with a shield. Be prepared to revive your teammates during fights, but make sure you have cover and are aware of your surroundings before attempting a revive.
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Communicate with Your Team: Communication is key in ranked play. Use your mic or ping system to communicate with your team and let them know when you're using your abilities, where enemies are, and when you're pushing or retreating.
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Prioritize Survivability: In ranked play, survival is more important than getting kills. Focus on staying alive and supporting your team rather than chasing kills or being overly aggressive.
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Choose Your Loadout Carefully: Lifeline's abilities make her a versatile Legend that can be effective with a variety of weapons. Choose a loadout that complements your playstyle and allows you to take advantage of Lifeline's abilities.
Bloodhound↑
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Use Bloodhound's Tactical Ability to Track Enemies: Bloodhound's tactical ability, Eye of the Allfather, allows them to reveal enemies, traps, and clues in the surrounding area. Use it to track enemies and get a better understanding of the battlefield.
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Utilize Bloodhound's Ultimate Ability for Better Vision: Bloodhound's ultimate ability, Beast of the Hunt, enhances their speed and senses, making it easier to track and take down enemies. Use it to gain an advantage during fights or to escape dangerous situations.
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Stay Aware of Your Surroundings: Bloodhound's abilities make them great at tracking enemies, but it's important to stay aware of your surroundings and avoid getting ambushed. Use cover to your advantage and be cautious when entering new areas.
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Coordinate with Your Team: Bloodhound's abilities make them a valuable asset to any team, but it's important to communicate and coordinate with your teammates to take down enemies effectively. Use your mic or ping system to communicate and let your team know when you're using your abilities or pushing enemies.
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Choose Your Loadout Carefully: Bloodhound's abilities make them effective at close to mid-range combat, so choose a loadout that complements this playstyle. Shotguns, SMGs, and assault rifles are all good options for Bloodhound.
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Prioritize High Ground: Bloodhound's ultimate ability gives them an advantage in close to mid-range combat, but it's still important to prioritize high ground during fights. Use your abilities to track enemies and gain an advantage, but make sure you're in a good position before engaging.
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Stay Mobile: Bloodhound's enhanced speed during their ultimate ability makes them great at flanking and taking down enemies from unexpected angles. Stay mobile and use your abilities to keep enemies on their toes.
Gibraltar↑
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Use Dome of Protection for Cover: Gibraltar's tactical ability, Dome of Protection, deploys a bubble shield that provides cover for you and your teammates. Use it to protect yourself and your team when reviving, healing, or taking cover during fights.
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Use Defensive Bombardment for Crowd Control: Gibraltar's ultimate ability, Defensive Bombardment, calls in an artillery strike that deals damage and slows enemies. Use it to control enemy movements and create openings for your team to push or retreat.
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Make Use of Gun Shield: Gibraltar's passive ability, Gun Shield, deploys a shield when aiming down sights that can absorb some damage. Use it to protect yourself during fights and give yourself an advantage over other legends.
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Prioritize High Ground: Gibraltar's large hitbox makes him an easy target, so it's important to prioritize high ground during fights. Use your abilities to control enemy movements and give yourself an advantage during fights.
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Coordinate with Your Team: Gibraltar's abilities make him a valuable asset to any team, but it's important to communicate and coordinate with your teammates to take down enemies effectively. Use your mic or ping system to communicate and let your team know when you're using your abilities or pushing enemies.
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Choose Your Loadout Carefully: Gibraltar's abilities make him effective at close to mid-range combat, so choose a loadout that complements this playstyle. Shotguns, SMGs, and assault rifles are all good options for Gibraltar.
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Be Strategic with Defensive Bombardment: Gibraltar's ultimate ability has a long cooldown, so use it strategically to control enemy movements and create openings for your team. Don't waste it on small fights or when it's not necessary.
Pathfinder↑
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Use Grappling Hook for Mobility: Pathfinder's tactical ability, Grappling Hook, is great for getting to high ground or quickly moving around the map. Use it to flank enemies, escape dangerous situations, or gain a strategic advantage.
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Use Zipline Gun for Team Movement: Pathfinder's ultimate ability, Zipline Gun, allows you to create a zipline for you and your team to quickly move across the map. Use it to rotate between zones, take high ground, or escape dangerous situations.
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Prioritize High Ground: Pathfinder's abilities make him effective at getting to high ground, so prioritize it during fights. Use your grappling hook to get to hard-to-reach areas and take advantage of your positioning to take down enemies.
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Stay Aware of Your Surroundings: Pathfinder's abilities make him great at quickly moving around the map, but it's important to stay aware of your surroundings and avoid getting ambushed. Use cover to your advantage and be cautious when entering new areas.
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Coordinate with Your Team: Pathfinder's abilities make him a valuable asset to any team, but it's important to communicate and coordinate with your teammates to take down enemies effectively. Use your mic or ping system to communicate and let your team know when you're using your abilities or pushing enemies.
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Choose Your Loadout Carefully: Pathfinder's abilities make him effective at mid to long-range combat, so choose a loadout that complements this playstyle. Sniper rifles, assault rifles, and light machine guns are all good options for Pathfinder.
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Make Use of Survey Beacons: Pathfinder's passive ability, Insider Knowledge, allows him to scan survey beacons to reveal the next ring location. Use this to your advantage to plan your rotations and get an edge over other teams.
Bangalore↑
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Use Smoke Grenades for Cover: Bangalore's tactical ability, Smoke Grenade, is great for providing cover for yourself and your team during engagements. Use it to block enemy lines of sight, revive downed teammates, or escape dangerous situations.
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Use Double Time for Mobility: Bangalore's passive ability, Double Time, allows her to move faster when taking fire. Use it to reposition during fights, flank enemies, or escape dangerous situations.
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Use Rolling Thunder for Area Denial: Bangalore's ultimate ability, Rolling Thunder, creates a line of explosions that can damage and slow enemies. Use it to block off an area, flush out enemies, or secure a revive or loot spot.
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Prioritize High Ground: Bangalore's abilities make her effective at fighting from high ground, so prioritize it during engagements. Use her Smoke Grenades to create cover and take advantage of your positioning to take down enemies.
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Be Aggressive, but Strategic: Bangalore's abilities make her effective at both attacking and defending, so be aggressive when the situation calls for it. However, it's important to be strategic and avoid getting caught in the open or outnumbered.
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Communicate with Your Team: Bangalore's abilities make her a valuable asset to any team, but it's important to communicate and coordinate with your teammates to take down enemies effectively. Use your mic or ping system to communicate and let your team know when you're using your abilities or pushing enemies.
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Choose Your Loadout Carefully: Bangalore's abilities make her effective at mid to long-range combat, so choose a loadout that complements this playstyle. Assault rifles, sniper rifles, and light machine guns are all good options for Bangalore.
Caustic↑
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Use Gas Traps for Area Denial: Caustic's tactical ability, Gas Trap, can be used to block off areas and prevent enemies from advancing. Use it to create chokepoints, block doors and windows, or trap enemies in a confined space.
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Use Nox Gas Grenade for Crowd Control: Caustic's ultimate ability, Nox Gas Grenade, creates a large area of gas that slows and damages enemies. Use it to control the battlefield, disorient enemies, or force them out of cover.
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Use Gas Vision to Gain the Upper Hand: Caustic's passive ability, Gas Vision, allows him to see through his own gas. Use it to gain an advantage in close-quarters combat, find enemies hiding in the gas, or locate loot and resources.
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Play Defensively: Caustic's abilities make him a great defensive legend, so play to his strengths. Use his traps and gas to fortify positions, hold chokepoints, or prevent enemies from advancing.
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Be Careful When Using Gas Around Teammates: Caustic's gas can also affect his teammates, so be careful when using your abilities around them. Communicate with your team and let them know when you're using gas or traps.
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Communicate with Your Team: Caustic's abilities can be used to great effect when coordinated with your team, so communicate and coordinate with them to take down enemies effectively.
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Choose Your Loadout Carefully: Caustic's abilities make him effective at close to mid-range combat, so choose a loadout that complements this playstyle. Shotguns, SMGs, and assault rifles are all good options for Caustic.
Mirage↑
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Use Your Decoys Strategically: Mirage's decoys can be used to distract enemies, confuse them, and even scout out areas. Use them to create diversions, and throw them into areas where you think enemies may be hiding to get an idea of where they are.
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Don't Overuse Your Ultimate: Mirage's ultimate, Vanishing Act, can make him invisible for a short period of time, but it's important not to rely on it too much. Save it for situations where you need to make a quick escape or to flank enemies.
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Use Your Passive to Your Advantage: Mirage's passive, Now You See Me, allows him to cloak for a short period of time when he's knocked down. Use this to your advantage by crawling to safety while cloaked or to fake out enemies by making them think you've been eliminated.
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Be Mindful of Your Footsteps: Mirage's footsteps are louder than most other legends, so be mindful of your movement when you're trying to sneak up on enemies or avoid being detected.
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Communicate with Your Team: Mirage's abilities can be especially effective when used in conjunction with your team. Communicate with your teammates and coordinate your attacks to make the most of your abilities.
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Choose Your Loadout Wisely: Mirage is most effective at mid-range combat, so choose a loadout that complements this playstyle. Assault rifles and SMGs are good options for Mirage.
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Use Your Ultimate to Revive Teammates: Mirage's ultimate can be used to revive teammates without being detected by enemies. Use it to get your teammates back up without risking being eliminated yourself.
Octane↑
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Make Use of Stim: Octane's tactical ability, Stim, allows him to move faster for a short period of time. Use it to quickly reposition yourself in fights or to escape dangerous situations.
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Use Your Ultimate to Control the Battlefield: Octane's ultimate ability, Launch Pad, can be used to create a high jump pad that you and your teammates can use to quickly move to higher ground or to make quick escapes. Use it strategically to control the battlefield and gain an advantage over your enemies.
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Be Aggressive, But Don't Overcommit: Octane is a highly mobile legend that excels at close-range combat. Use this to your advantage by being aggressive and pushing enemy teams, but be careful not to overcommit and put yourself in a vulnerable position.
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Communicate with Your Team: Octane's abilities can be especially effective when used in conjunction with your team. Communicate with your teammates and coordinate your attacks to make the most of your abilities.
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Use Jump Pads to Surprise Enemies: Octane's Launch Pad can be used to surprise enemies by launching yourself from unexpected angles or heights. Use this to your advantage to catch enemies off guard and gain the upper hand in fights.
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Be Mindful of Your Health: Octane's Stim ability drains his health when used. Be mindful of your health and use Stim sparingly to avoid putting yourself in a vulnerable position.
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Choose Your Loadout Wisely: Octane is most effective at close to mid-range combat, so choose a loadout that complements this playstyle. Shotguns and SMGs are good options for Octane.
Wattson↑
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Control the Map with Your Ultimate: Wattson's ultimate ability, Interception Pylon, can destroy incoming grenades and ultimate abilities, as well as restore shields. Use it to control the map and prevent enemies from pushing your team.
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Set Up Traps: Wattson's tactical ability, Perimeter Security, allows her to set up electric fences that damage and slow enemies. Use this ability to set up traps around buildings or choke points to catch enemies off guard and control the flow of the game.
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Use Your Ultimate Wisely: Wattson's ultimate ability has a long cooldown, so use it wisely. Save it for when you know you'll need it, such as when the ring is closing and enemies are likely to push your team.
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Work Well with Your Team: Wattson's abilities are most effective when used in conjunction with other legends, such as Gibraltar or Caustic. Coordinate with your team to create a strong defense and take advantage of your abilities.
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Stay Alert: Wattson's abilities are great for defensive play, but don't become complacent. Stay alert and be ready to push or defend when necessary.
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Position Yourself Carefully: Wattson is a stationary legend, so position yourself carefully to avoid being caught out in the open. Use cover to your advantage and stay near your team.
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Have a Backup Plan: If you find yourself in a situation where your abilities are not effective, have a backup plan. Carry a good weapon loadout and be ready to adapt to the situation.
Crypto↑
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Use Your Drone to Gather Information: Crypto's tactical ability, Surveillance Drone, is an essential tool for gathering information on enemy positions and movements. Use it to scout ahead, identify enemy locations, and gather intel on the next circle.
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Know When to Use Your EMP: Crypto's ultimate ability, EMP, can deal significant damage to enemy shields and slow them down. However, it also reveals your position to enemies. Use it strategically to disrupt enemy formations, break up a push, or to clear out a building before entering.
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Stay in the Backline: Crypto is not a front-line fighter, so it's important to stay in the backline and provide support to your team. Use your drone to provide intel to your team and stay behind cover to avoid getting caught out in the open.
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Be Prepared for Close-Range Combat: While Crypto is a backline fighter, it's important to be prepared for close-range combat as well. Carry a shotgun or SMG as your secondary weapon to be prepared for sudden close-range encounters.
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Coordinate with Your Squad: Crypto's abilities are most effective when used in coordination with other legends. Coordinate with your squad to use your drone to gather intel and provide support, and to use your EMP to disrupt enemy formations or to clear out a building before entering.
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Don't Leave Your Drone Unattended: Your Surveillance Drone is vulnerable to enemy fire, so don't leave it unattended for too long. Keep it close to you and avoid flying it over enemy positions.
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Stay Aware of the Map: As Crypto, it's important to stay aware of the map and keep an eye on the next circle. Use your drone to scout ahead and identify potential chokepoints or areas of interest.
Revenant↑
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Use Your Silence Ability: Revenant's tactical ability, Silence, disables enemy abilities and deals damage to their shields. Use this ability to disrupt enemy movements and prevent them from using their abilities.
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Be Aggressive: Revenant's passive ability, Stalker, allows him to crouch walk faster and climb higher than other legends. Use this to your advantage to flank enemies and catch them off-guard.
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Use Your Ultimate Wisely: Revenant's ultimate ability, Death Totem, allows you and your teammates to respawn at the totem if you die while it's active. Use this to your advantage to make aggressive pushes on enemies, but be careful not to get caught out of position.
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Stay Mobile: Revenant is a mobile legend, so it's important to stay on the move and avoid getting caught in one spot for too long. Use your crouch walk to move quickly and avoid enemy fire.
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Don't Be Afraid to Push: Revenant is a strong legend in close-range combat, so don't be afraid to push enemies and take the fight to them. Use your Silence ability to disable enemy abilities and then move in for the kill.
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Stay with Your Team: Revenant is most effective when played with a coordinated team. Stick with your teammates and use your abilities to support them in fights.
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Use Cover to Your Advantage: Revenant has a low profile, so use cover to your advantage to avoid getting hit by enemy fire. Use your crouch walk to move quickly and avoid enemy fire.
Loba↑
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Use Your Black Market Boutique Wisely: Loba's ultimate ability, Black Market Boutique, allows you and your teammates to access nearby loot through a portal. Use this ability to quickly gather high-quality gear and weapons, and to avoid being caught looting by enemies.
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Be a Team Player: Loba is a supportive legend, so it's important to work closely with your teammates to maximize her abilities. Use your Black Market Boutique to gather gear for your teammates, and to help them escape dangerous situations.
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Use Your Tactical Ability for Mobility: Loba's tactical ability, Burglar's Best Friend, allows her to teleport short distances. Use this ability to quickly reposition yourself in combat, or to escape dangerous situations.
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Keep an Eye on Your Cooldowns: Loba's abilities have relatively long cooldowns, so it's important to use them wisely. Make sure you have a plan in place before using your abilities, and try to avoid wasting them.
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Stay Aware of Your Surroundings: Loba's passive ability, Eye for Quality, allows her to see high-quality loot through walls. Use this ability to quickly locate valuable items, but make sure to stay aware of your surroundings while looting.
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Be Prepared to Fight: Although Loba is a supportive legend, she can still hold her own in combat. Make sure you have a strong weapon and good armor, and be prepared to defend yourself and your teammates if necessary.
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Communicate with Your Team: Good communication is key when playing Loba in ranked mode. Make sure to communicate with your teammates about your plans and your abilities, and work together to achieve your objectives.
Rampart↑
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Utilize Your Passive Ability to Build Cover: Rampart's passive ability, Modded Loader, allows her to reload her weapons faster and with extended magazines. Use this ability to build cover with her Amped Cover tactical ability, and hold down positions with increased firepower.
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Use Your Tactical Ability to Control the Battlefield: Rampart's tactical ability, Amped Cover, deploys a crouch-cover wall that blocks incoming fire and amps outgoing shots. Use this ability to create cover for yourself and your teammates, and to control the battlefield by funneling enemies into choke points.
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Maximize Your Ultimate Ability: Rampart's ultimate ability, Emplaced Minigun "Sheila," sets up a heavy machine gun that can deal massive damage. Use this ability in strategic locations where you can cover multiple angles and suppress enemy fire, or use it to take down enemies who are pushing your position.
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Stay Alert for Enemy Pushes: Rampart's abilities are great for holding positions, but it's important to stay aware of your surroundings and be prepared for enemy pushes. Keep an eye on your radar and listen for footsteps, and be prepared to move quickly if necessary.
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Coordinate with Your Team: Rampart's abilities work best when used in coordination with your team. Use your Amped Cover to protect your teammates while they move into position, or set up your Emplaced Minigun "Sheila" to cover their flanks while they engage the enemy.
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Stay Mobile: While Rampart's abilities are great for holding positions, it's also important to stay mobile and adapt to the changing battlefield. Use your Amped Cover to move quickly between cover points, and be prepared to reposition yourself if necessary.
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Communicate with Your Team: Good communication is key when playing Rampart in ranked mode. Make sure to communicate with your teammates about your plans and your abilities, and work together to achieve your objectives.
Horizon↑
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Use your gravity lift to gain high ground: Horizon's tactical ability, the gravity lift, can quickly elevate her and her teammates to high ground, giving them a strategic advantage in fights. Use the gravity lift to gain a better view of the battlefield and to launch surprise attacks on your opponents.
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Use your ultimate to control the battlefield: Horizon's ultimate ability, Black Hole, creates a powerful gravitational well that pulls enemies towards it. Use this ability to trap enemies in an area, making it easier for you and your teammates to take them down. Additionally, the ultimate can be used to block off doorways and choke points, denying your opponents a path of escape.
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Combine your abilities for maximum effect: Horizon's tactical ability and ultimate can be used in combination for devastating effect. Try using the gravity lift to launch enemies into the black hole, trapping them and dealing massive damage.
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Be mindful of your gravity lift's trajectory: The gravity lift can be used to launch players across the map, but be mindful of where you're aiming. If you launch yourself too high or too far, you could be vulnerable to enemy fire. Instead, use the gravity lift to quickly get to advantageous positions or to dodge enemy attacks.
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Stay mobile: Horizon's passive ability, Spacewalk, reduces her fall speed and increases her air control. Use this to your advantage by staying mobile and difficult to hit. Jump around and use your gravity lift to keep your opponents guessing.
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Pair up with legends who can take advantage of high ground: Horizon is particularly effective when paired up with legends who can take advantage of high ground, such as snipers or other long-range specialists. Work with your teammates to control key positions and take down enemies from a distance.
Fuse↑
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Master the Knuckle Cluster: Fuse's tactical ability, the Knuckle Cluster, can be used to disorient and damage enemies in a wide area. It is best used to flush enemies out of cover or to block off their escape routes. It is also useful for damaging enemy shields before pushing in for the kill.
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Utilize the Motherlode: Fuse's ultimate ability, the Motherlode, is a barrage of missiles that can deal massive damage and create a wall of fire. It is best used to disrupt enemy positions, clear out tight spaces, and deny areas to the enemy team. Make sure to aim it carefully to maximize its effectiveness.
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Be Strategic with the Grenadier Passive: Fuse's Grenadier passive allows him to carry extra grenades and throw them farther. Make sure to use this to your advantage by carrying a variety of grenades and using them strategically to gain an advantage in fights.
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Stay Mobile: Fuse's kit allows him to be highly mobile, thanks to his Ultimate Accelerant ability and the extra speed boost he gets from his Knuckle Cluster. Make sure to use this mobility to your advantage by flanking enemies, repositioning quickly, and escaping dangerous situations.
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Synergize with Your Teammates: Fuse's abilities work well in combination with other legends' abilities. For example, using the Motherlode to block off enemy escape routes while your teammates push in can be highly effective. Make sure to communicate with your teammates and coordinate your attacks to maximize your effectiveness.
Valkyrie↑
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Valkyrie is a versatile and mobile legend, able to quickly move around the map and control the battlefield from above. She is an excellent choice for players who prefer a more aggressive and mobile playstyle.
Early Game: In the early game, your main priority is to quickly gear up and grab a weapon. Use your passive ability "VTOL Jets" to scout out nearby loot and enemies from above. You can also use your tactical ability "Missile Swarm" to flush out enemies from their hiding spots or disorient them. When moving around the map, keep an eye out for areas where you can use your ultimate ability "Skyward Dive" to quickly move around and flank enemies.
Mid Game: As the game progresses, use Valkyrie's mobility to quickly rotate to different areas of the map and take control of high ground positions. Use your ultimate ability to quickly move your team to advantageous positions and surprise enemies. In team fights, use your tactical ability to disorient enemies and create space for your team to move around. You can also use your ultimate to quickly reposition your team during fights, catching enemies off guard.
Late Game: In the late game, use Valkyrie's mobility to your advantage to get into the best position for the final fights. Keep an eye out for enemies moving towards the final circle, and use your ultimate ability to quickly move your team into a better position. In the final circle, use your tactical ability to disorient enemies and create space for your team to move around.
General Tips:
- Use Valkyrie's passive ability to scout ahead and avoid enemy teams or set up ambushes.
- Coordinate with your team to use your ultimate ability to quickly reposition and catch enemies off guard.
- Be aware of your surroundings and use Valkyrie's mobility to quickly escape from dangerous situations.
- Use your tactical ability to create space for your team to move around during fights.
- Take advantage of high ground positions and use Valkyrie's mobility to quickly rotate around the map.
Seer↑
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Seer is a recon legend that specializes in revealing enemies through his abilities. His tactical ability, Focus of Attention, sends out micro-drones to reveal and track enemies. His passive ability, Heart Seeker, allows him to detect the heartbeat of nearby enemies. Finally, his ultimate ability, Exhibit, creates a dome that highlights all enemies inside.
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Use Focus of Attention to scout ahead: Seer's tactical ability is great for scouting ahead and identifying where enemies are located. Use it to gain an advantage when moving through the map and plan your next move accordingly.
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Combine Heart Seeker with Focus of Attention: When using Heart Seeker, pay attention to the direction of the enemy's heartbeat to pinpoint their location. You can then use Focus of Attention to track them and keep tabs on their movements.
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Use Exhibit to control areas: Seer's ultimate ability is great for controlling a specific area of the map, such as a building or an objective. When using Exhibit, make sure to position it strategically to maximize its effectiveness.
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Play defensively: Seer is not a very aggressive legend, so it's best to play him defensively. Use his abilities to gather information and plan your next move accordingly. Try to avoid getting into close-range fights, as Seer's abilities are more effective at mid to long range.
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Communicate with your team: Seer's abilities are most effective when used in coordination with your team. Make sure to communicate with your teammates and share any information you gather through your abilities.
Mad Maggie↑
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Use Warlord's Ire to track enemies: Mad Maggie's passive ability allows her to temporarily highlight enemies she damages. This can be extremely useful in ranked matches, as it can help you and your team keep track of enemy movements and positions. Additionally, Warlord's Ire grants Mad Maggie increased movement speed while holding a shotgun, making it a great opportunity to quickly close the distance and finish off enemies.
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Use Riot Drill to breach defenses: Mad Maggie's tactical ability, Riot Drill, launches a drill that burns through structures and shields. This is a great way to quickly breach through enemy defenses and gain an advantage in a firefight. Additionally, the drill can be used to flush enemies out of cover, making them easier targets.
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Coordinate Wrecking Ball with your team: Mad Maggie's ultimate ability, Wrecking Ball, unleashes a ball that fires off speed-boosting pads and detonates near enemies. This can be a powerful tool for disrupting enemy positions and catching them off-guard. However, it's important to coordinate with your team before using Wrecking Ball, as it can be difficult to predict where the ultimate will travel and where enemies will be when it detonates.
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Be mindful of your positioning: As a shotgun-focused legend, Mad Maggie excels in close-quarters combat. However, this also means that she can be vulnerable at longer ranges. Be mindful of your positioning in ranked matches, and try to stay in areas where you can use cover to your advantage. Additionally, be aware of enemy positions and try to stay out of their line of sight whenever possible.
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Use speed pads strategically: Wrecking Ball's speed-boosting pads can be a great way to quickly move around the map and catch enemies off-guard. However, it's important to use them strategically, as they can also be used by enemies. Try to place speed pads in areas where your team can use them to gain an advantage, while also keeping an eye on where enemies might try to use them to flank or escape.
Ash↑
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Utilize Marked for Death: Ash's passive ability, Marked for Death, allows her to see the location of enemy death boxes on the map. This is incredibly useful for tracking down enemy squads and anticipating their movements. Always keep an eye out for death boxes and use them to your advantage.
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Use Arc Tether as a trap: Ash's tactical ability, Arc Tether, can be used to trap enemies who get too close. Throw it in a choke point or near a doorway and wait for an enemy to trigger it. This will give you an opportunity to get the drop on them and take them out before they can react.
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Combine Arc Tether with grenades: Use Arc Tether in combination with grenades to create a deadly trap. Throw a grenade near the Arc Tether, and when an enemy tries to avoid the grenade, they will trigger the tether, which will hold them in place and allow you to finish them off.
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Use Phase Breach to flank: Ash's ultimate ability, Phase Breach, allows her to create a one-way portal to a targeted location. Use this ability to quickly flank enemies and catch them off guard. You can also use it to escape dangerous situations or to quickly get to high ground.
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Communicate with your team: As with any legend in Apex Legends, communication with your team is key. Let your teammates know where you are placing traps and where you are planning to flank using Phase Breach. Coordinate with your team to make the most of Ash's abilities.
Newcastle↑
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Stick with your team - Newcastle's abilities are best used when he's supporting his teammates. Stick together and use your abilities to cover your team and provide backup during fights.
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Use your shield wisely - Don't waste your shield by throwing it out in the open. Instead, try to use it to block off chokepoints or protect downed allies during revives.
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Be aggressive when necessary - While Newcastle is great at defending and providing cover, he can also be effective in aggressive playstyles. Use his abilities to quickly move around the map and take advantage of enemy positioning.
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Communicate with your team - Let your team know when you're using your ultimate ability or when you're setting up a shield. Good communication can help you work together more effectively and increase your chances of winning.
Vantage↑
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Utilize your Spotter's Lens: Vantage's passive ability allows her to scout out enemies by aiming down sights with her eyepiece. Use this ability to gain information about enemy positions and movements, which can be crucial in deciding when to engage in fights or when to avoid them altogether. Additionally, the bullet drop indicator can help you make precise long-range shots.
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Use Echo Location strategically: Vantage's tactical ability, Echo Location, allows her to launch towards her winged companion Echo. Use this ability to quickly reposition yourself during fights or to escape from dangerous situations. Make sure to position Echo in advantageous locations before launching towards him, such as on high ground or behind cover.
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Coordinate with your team using Sniper's Mark: Vantage's ultimate ability, Sniper's Mark, allows her to mark enemy targets with her custom sniper rifle, applying a damage bonus for both her and her teammates. Use this ability to take down enemies quickly and effectively, and communicate with your team to focus fire on marked targets.
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Stay aware of your surroundings: Vantage's abilities give her a lot of information about enemy movements, but it's important to also keep an eye on your immediate surroundings. Use cover to your advantage and stay aware of any potential flanks or ambushes.
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Practice your aim: Vantage's Spotter's Lens ability and ultimate ability both rely on accurate shooting. Make sure to practice your aim and master the bullet drop of your sniper rifle to make the most of Vantage's abilities.
Catalyst↑
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Use Catalyst's Passive Ability to Secure Your Position: Catalyst's Passive Ability, Barricade, allows her to reinforce doors, which strengthens them and locks them to enemies. This ability can help you secure your position by making it more difficult for enemies to get to you. Make sure to use it strategically to cover your flanks and to prevent enemies from entering your building.
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Use Piercing Spikes to Control the Battlefield: Catalyst's Tactical Ability, Piercing Spikes, throws out a patch of Ferrofluid that turns into spikes when enemies are near. This ability is great for controlling the battlefield and for setting up ambushes. Use it to block off chokepoints or to slow down enemies who are chasing you.
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Use Dark Veil to Disorient Enemies: Catalyst's Ultimate Ability, Dark Veil, raises a permeable wall of Ferrofluid that slows down and partially blinds enemies who walk through it. This ability can be used to disorient enemies and to create an opportunity for your team to move in for the kill. Make sure to use it when enemies are approaching your position to gain the upper hand.
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Stay Alert and Use Catalyst's Immunity: Catalyst remains immune to enemy spikes, which is an advantage that you should use to stay alive longer. Keep an eye out for other legends' abilities and try to avoid their traps as much as possible.
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Coordinate with Your Team: Like any legend in Apex Legends, Catalyst is most effective when played as part of a team. Coordinate with your team to set up ambushes, to cover each other's flanks, and to push enemy positions together. With good teamwork and communication, Catalyst can be a valuable asset to any squad.
This guide was written to help new players have a better understanding of the different ways they can play their legends.