The Arcane Secrets: When Can a Wizard Monkey Pop Purple Bloons in BTD6?
The dreaded Purple Bloon. A nemesis to many a Bloons TD 6 player, particularly those who favor the arcane arts. The short answer is this: A Wizard Monkey, by itself, can only pop Purple Bloons after it has been upgraded to the Wizard Lord Phoenix (Tier 5) on Path 2. Until then, you’ll need external support or a different tower entirely. But let’s delve deeper into this magical conundrum.
The Wizard Monkey’s Predicament: Magic vs. Purple
The Wizard Monkey, in its base form and early upgrades, deals primarily in magic and fire-based attacks. Unfortunately, Purple Bloons are immune to both magic and fire. This immunity stems from the bloon’s composition, which disrupts magical energies and nullifies thermal attacks. This leaves the base Wizard Monkey and most of its early upgrades completely ineffective against these pesky purple threats.
Consider the various paths. Path 1 (Arcane Mastery) focuses on improving the Wizard’s raw magical power and range. While it enhances its overall bloon-popping capabilities, it doesn’t address the Purple Bloon issue directly. Path 3 (Necromancy) relies on summoning undead bloons to fight for you, but these summoned bloons still abide by the standard bloon resistances. The Zombie Bloons, for example, are equally powerless against Purple Bloons.
The Phoenix Rises: Path 2 and Purple Popping
The only saving grace for the Wizard Monkey lies in Path 2 (Fire). While early upgrades like Fireball and Wall of Fire remain impotent against Purple Bloons, the Wizard Lord Phoenix (Tier 5) finally breaks the barrier. The Phoenix, summoned by this powerful upgrade, deals normal damage, which bypasses the Purple Bloon’s immunities.
The Wizard Lord Phoenix’s Phoenix form is crucial, as the Wizard Monkey does not gain the ability to pop Purple Bloons directly, rather the phoenix they summon can target it.
Beyond the Wizard: Magical Allies and Purple Bloons
It’s crucial to understand that the “magic” damage type is specifically resisted by Purple Bloons. Other magic-themed monkeys, like the Druid with its thorns or the Alchemist with its potions, can pop Purple Bloons without special upgrades because their attacks don’t classify as “magic” in the resistant sense.
Similarly, the Super Monkey usually comes to mind when discussing magic, and many upgrades do utilize Plasma and Energy which Purple Bloons are immune to. However, Super Monkeys with normal damage type attacks, especially the Ray of Doom, can decimate Purple Bloons without breaking a sweat because the Ray of Doom now has the normal damage type.
FAQs: Unveiling the Mysteries of Purple Bloons and Wizards
Here are some frequently asked questions regarding Purple Bloons and the Wizard Monkey, along with detailed answers to further clarify the situation:
1. Can the base Wizard Monkey pop Purple Bloons?
No, the base Wizard Monkey cannot pop Purple Bloons due to their immunity to magic.
2. Does the Fireball upgrade on Path 2 allow the Wizard Monkey to pop Purple Bloons?
No, the Fireball upgrade deals fire damage, to which Purple Bloons are immune.
3. Can the Wall of Fire upgrade on Path 2 damage Purple Bloons?
No, the Wall of Fire deals fire damage, and Purple Bloons are immune to it. In fact, a Purple Bloon will destroy the Wall of Fire.
4. Does the Arcane Mastery path enable the Wizard Monkey to pop Purple Bloons?
No, Arcane Mastery enhances the Wizard’s magical abilities, but Purple Bloons remain immune to magic.
5. Can the Necromancer Wizard’s summoned bloons pop Purple Bloons?
No, the summoned undead bloons still adhere to the standard bloon resistances, meaning they cannot pop Purple Bloons.
6. Does the Wizard Lord Phoenix upgrade itself pop Purple Bloons directly?
No, the Wizard itself cannot pop Purple Bloons with it’s magic fire attacks. However the Phoenix it summons can, as it deals normal damage.
7. Does the Wizard Lord Phoenix require camo detection to hit camo purple bloons?
Yes, the Phoenix requires camo detection in order to detect and pop camo bloons.
8. Are there any other towers that struggle with Purple Bloons?
Yes, many towers with fire, energy, and plasma-based attacks struggle with Purple Bloons without specific upgrades or support. For instance, the Tack Shooter’s Ring of Fire and Inferno Ring cannot pop Purple Bloons.
9. How can I support a Wizard Monkey against Purple Bloons?
You can use towers that deal normal damage, such as the Boomerang Monkey, Dart Monkey, or Bomb Shooter, to eliminate Purple Bloons. The Monkey Intelligence Bureau (MIB) upgrade for the Monkey Village also grants all nearby monkeys the ability to pop all bloon types, including Purple.
10. What other magical towers can pop Purple Bloons without upgrades?
Towers like the Druid and Alchemist, while themed around magic, use damage types that Purple Bloons are not immune to. Their thorns and potions are not classified as “magic” in the resistant sense.
11. Can Adora hit Purple Bloons?
Adora cannot pop Purple Bloons without her first ability.
12. Can PSI hit Purple Bloons?
No, PSI cannot affect Purple Bloons initially.
13. Can all paragons see camo?
Yes, all Paragon towers have innate camo detection and normal damage, allowing them to pop every bloon, including camo purples.
14. Can spike factory see camo?
The Spike Factory can pop camo bloons by default, making it an effective option at countering early-game camo bloons.
15. What kills rainbow bloons?
To pop the Rainbow Bloon, use fast towers such as Destroyer or Super Monkey.
Mastering the Arcane: A Final Word
The Wizard Monkey and Purple Bloons present a unique challenge in Bloons TD 6. While the initial limitations can be frustrating, understanding the nuances of damage types and tower upgrades allows for strategic planning and effective defenses. By leveraging the Wizard Lord Phoenix’s Phoenix or providing adequate support, you can overcome this obstacle and master the arcane arts. Remember, knowledge is power, especially when facing a horde of relentless bloons!
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