Welcome to the only Clancy guide you’ll ever need! Whether you’re aiming to push Clancy to rank 35 or dominate the Masters League, this in-depth guide will equip you with everything you need to know about playing Clancy effectively. I’ve achieved rank 35 and topped the leaderboards, so you can trust that these tips and strategies will help you excel. Read on to become a Clancy powerhouse!
Understanding Clancy: Basics and Traits
Clancy’s unique trait revolves around collecting tokens with every projectile hit. This applies to both his main attack and his super. Accumulating tokens is crucial as they allow you to level up and enhance Clancy’s abilities. Unlike other brawlers, Clancy retains his progress through different stages even after being defeated.
Stage 1: Clancy fires a single bullet dealing 1,600 damage with a slow reload speed. His super is also limited in range.
Stage 2: After hitting nine projectiles, Clancy gains a second bullet in his main attack, doubling his damage output. His super also becomes significantly larger and more effective.
Stage 3: After hitting 15 projectiles, Clancy’s attack becomes extremely powerful with an additional two bullets on either side and a 15% damage increase to his super. At this stage, Clancy is one of the most formidable brawlers in the game.
Best Gadgets and Star Powers
Gadgets:
- Snappy Shooting: This gadget gives you double tokens for every projectile hit for 5 seconds. It’s essential for progressing quickly from Stage 1 to Stage 3.
- Tactical Retreat: Activating this gadget allows Clancy to dash in a chosen direction, stun enemies, and gain an additional ammo. It’s perfect for closing gaps and dealing with challenging matchups.
Star Powers:
- Recon: Starting the match with additional free tokens helps you advance faster, especially crucial when Clancy is at Stage 1. Combining this with Snappy Shooting can expedite your progress to Stage 2.
- Pumping Up: While this star power reloads your ammo after a takedown, it’s less effective in the current meta due to Clancy’s reliance on his super for maximum impact.
Optimal Build for Maximum Impact
For pushing Clancy to rank 35, prioritize using the Snappy Shooting gadget. This gadget accelerates your progress to Stage 3, allowing you to dominate more effectively. Pair it with the Recon star power for rapid advancement through the stages. The Pumping Up star power is less useful as Clancy relies on his super for dealing most of the damage.
In terms of gears, focus on Damage Gear and Shield Gear. Speed and Vision gears can be useful on grassy maps, but Damage and Shield provide the most consistent benefits.
Game Modes and Maps
Best Game Modes:
- Brawl Ball: Favor maps with high aggression and tanks like Center Stage and Sneaky Fields.
- Heist: Choose maps with dense grass and opportunities for super farming, such as Diamond Dove and Double Lockin.
- Gem Grab: Opt for maps with plenty of grass and sneaky paths like Double Swoosh and Last Stop.
Game Modes to Avoid:
- Bounty and Knockout: These modes often feature long-range brawlers that can counter Clancy’s effectiveness.
Top Matchups
Best Matchups:
- Tanks: Clancy excels against tanks like Frank and Bull, as his super can quickly eliminate them, allowing for rapid progression through stages.
Worst Matchups:
- Long-range Brawlers: Brawlers such as Piper, Belle, and Byron can keep Clancy at bay, preventing him from reaching his powerful Stage 3.
Five Casual Tips for Improvement
- Understand Projectile Size: Clancy’s main attack projectile is larger than it appears, so don’t underestimate its hitbox.
- Maximize Super Usage: Clancy’s super is his strongest asset. Use it strategically to melt through enemies and dominate fights.
- Focus on Tank Counters: Clancy thrives against tanks. Utilize this advantage to farm tokens and reach Stage 3 quickly.
- Prioritize Stage Advancement: Stage 1 Clancy is weak. Aim to level up to Stage 2 as fast as possible for better performance.
- Stick with Tanks: Follow tanks around the map to farm tokens efficiently and avoid long-range brawlers.
Five Advanced Tips for Mastery
- Combine Gadget and Super: Use Snappy Shooting and your super simultaneously to maximize effectiveness and speed up Stage progression.
- Early Game Matchup Awareness: Focus on quick leveling by targeting tanks or brawlers you can outrange.
- Utilize Speed Buff: At Stage 3, Clancy’s 20% movement speed buff greatly enhances mobility. Use it to position yourself advantageously.
- Abuse Stage 3 Aggression: Be aggressive and leverage Clancy’s super recharge to continuously apply pressure and create game-changing moments.
- Embrace Risk: Sometimes, dying for a level can be beneficial. Don’t hesitate to play aggressively if it means reaching Stage 3 faster.
