Buster — Brawl Stars draft guide
Where Buster sits in the current ranked meta, the build to run, and how to use them in a draft.
Draft verdict
Below average right now. Needs a favourable map to work.
Matchup note: usually picked alongside a support
Draft role: Tank. Pick Buster when the draft needs that slot filled.
Kit
Lens Flare
A 45-degree cone attack dealing up to 2,760 damage at close range.
Montage
Projects a shield that reflects incoming projectiles.
Build
Gadgets
Slo-Mo Replay (recommended — pulls enemies in).
Star powers
Kevlar Vest (recommended — extra protection).
Gears
Damage Gear (15% extra below 50% health) and Shield Gear (900 HP buffer).
Recommended build
Slo-Mo Replay gadget + Kevlar Vest star power + Damage/Shield gears.
How to play Buster
- Excels in Duo Showdown, Knockout, and Gem Grab with win rates up to 73.6%.
- Activate the Super, pull enemies in with Slo-Mo Replay, then strafe to deflect projectiles back at them.
- Stay close to teammates to passively charge the Super faster.