How Powerful is Super Brainz? A Deep Dive into the Zombie Hero
Super Brainz, the close-range brawling hero from the Zombies faction in the Plants vs. Zombies universe, is a force to be reckoned with. His power isn’t about magical spells or ranged attacks; it’s about raw, brutal force delivered through his fists. Super Brainz’s power stems from his ability to rapidly unleash a devastating three-punch combo, coupled with tactical superpowers that enhance his effectiveness in combat. His strength can be summarized as a blend of high-burst damage output and strategic battlefield manipulation, making him a powerful adversary when played correctly. While not invincible, his combination of high damage potential and effective mobility makes him a truly powerful character within the game.
Core Combat Capabilities: The Power of Fists
Super Brainz’s primary power is his devastating melee capability. His “Heroic Fists” aren’t just simple punches; they’re the core of his offense.
The Three-Punch Combo
The cornerstone of Super Brainz’s damage output is his three-punch combo. By holding down the attack button, players can unleash a sequence that deals increasing damage: 15, 25, and finally 45 damage, totaling 85 damage per full combo. This is incredibly potent at close range, allowing Super Brainz to quickly dispatch weaker plants or severely damage tougher ones. Crucially, this combo has infinite ammo and no cooldown if you hold the attack button down, making it a consistent damage source. This means he can theoretically, consistently output that damage without interruption.
Tactical Superpowers
Beyond his fists, Super Brainz possesses potent superpowers that greatly influence his combat effectiveness. These abilities include:
- Carried Away: His signature superpower, it moves a chosen zombie to an empty lane, also granting them a bonus attack. This powerful strategic move allows for crucial offensive setups and can completely alter the flow of battle.
- Telepathy: While not directly related to damage output, Telepathy could be inferred to be used to predict the movements of plants, giving him a tactical advantage in combat.
- Cut Down to Size: Another strategic maneuver, Cut Down to Size could be inferred to be used to weaken or diminish an enemy.
- Super Stench: Again, not directly about damage, Super Stench could be used to confuse, deter or cause some negative effect to plants nearby.
These superpowers complement his melee prowess, turning him from a basic brawler into a strategic powerhouse.
Defeating Super Brainz: Understanding His Weaknesses
While powerful, Super Brainz is not without his vulnerabilities. Countering him effectively requires an understanding of his weaknesses and exploiting his limitations.
The Importance of Distance
Because of his focus on close-range combat, maintaining distance is crucial when facing Super Brainz. His primary source of damage is his punch combo, which is only effective when he is right next to his opponents. Characters with long-range capabilities or movement speed are often effective against him.
Specific Counters
The article references a specific counter to Super Brainz; The Chomper class, when using Grody Goop to immobilize or hinder his speed, and Burrow in on him while using the Goop is a reliable counter. Other characters with effective ways to keep him at bay and maintain the distance needed, can be a counter.
Assessing Toxic Brainz
Toxic Brainz is mentioned as weak when not at full charge. His power is dependent on building up his meter, and without charge, his damage is notably reduced. This reveals a vulnerability to attacks that prevent him from charging up his abilities, especially in the early game. Although it is mentioned that he can deal 15/16 of an opponent’s health (maximum), that does not mean that is the maximum output per attack. It could potentially be over several hits, which he would need to be charged to achieve.
The Bigger Picture: Super Brainz in the PvZ Universe
Super Brainz is a significant character in the Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare 2 universe. Understanding his background provides insight into his overall purpose and impact:
Origin Story
Super Brainz’s creation story reveals that he started as a Basic Zombie transformed by Dr. Zomboss’s Hero-Tron 5000. This transformation makes him the first zombie hero, and gives him unique importance within the story of the franchise.
Super Duper Brainz
Super Duper Brainz is mentioned as a Top Zombie that is found within the Backyard Battleground, after using the Super Brainz Portal. This hints at additional unique and more powerful version of the character.
Cosmic Brainz
The Cosmic Brainz is a variant which is noted for making it difficult for plants to be revived, making it easier to maintain a victory when the enemy is weakened. This shows his power in team-based gameplay and his ability to control the flow of combat.
Conclusion
Super Brainz is a formidable character with high-burst damage potential and strategic utility. He thrives in close-quarters combat, using his three-punch combo to devastate enemies. His superpowers allow him to alter the battlefield and support his allies. However, he is vulnerable to ranged attacks and specific counters, requiring players to be tactical and calculating. Understanding his strengths, weaknesses, and place in the larger game is key to both effectively playing as him and countering him.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Super Brainz’s default health?
Super Brainz has a default health of 175.
2. How much damage does Super Brainz’s three-punch combo do in total?
The three-punch combo deals a total of 85 damage (15 + 25 + 45).
3. What are Super Brainz’s superpowers?
Super Brainz’s superpowers are: Carried Away, Telepathy, Cut Down to Size, and Super Stench.
4. What is Super Brainz’s primary weapon?
Super Brainz’s primary weapon is his “Heroic Fists”.
5. How do you best counter Super Brainz?
The best way to counter Super Brainz is to keep your distance from him and use characters with long-range capabilities or movement abilities. A notable counter is the Chomper when utilizing Grody Goop and the Burrow ability.
6. What makes Toxic Brainz different from regular Super Brainz?
Toxic Brainz is weaker when not charged and has to charge his abilities before dealing his true potential, meaning that damage is significantly lower while charging.
7. Can Toxic Brainz deal 100% damage?
No, Toxic Brainz does have a damage cap of 15/16 of the opponent’s max health, but it is possible that he would need to be charged to reach that damage potential.
8. Where can you find Super Duper Brainz?
Super Duper Brainz is found in the Backyard Battleground after going through the Super Brainz portal.
9. What does “Carried Away,” Super Brainz’s signature superpower, do?
Carried Away moves a selected zombie to an empty lane, and gives it a bonus attack.
10. How does Cosmic Brainz improve team combat?
Cosmic Brainz can make plants unrevivable, making it easier to win a fight when the enemy is weakened.
11. What is the origin of Super Brainz?
Super Brainz was created when Dr. Zomboss transformed a Basic Zombie using his Hero-Tron 5000.
12. What is the Giga-gargantuar’s health?
The Giga-gargantuar has 6000 health.
13. Does Garlic work on Gargantuars?
No, Garlic does not affect Gargantuars because they do not bite the garlic.
14. Can Chompers eat Gargantuars?
No, Chompers cannot eat a full Gargantuar, instead dealing 40 damage (2 peas) per chomp.
15. How does the Melon-pult attack?
The Melon-pult lobs melons that deal heavy damage to the target and splash damage to the surrounding area, avoiding zombie shields due to its lobbing attack.