Carl — Brawl Stars draft guide
Where Carl sits in the current ranked meta, the build to run, and how to use them in a draft.
Draft verdict
Playable. Usually picked to answer a specific enemy composition.
Draft role: Control. Pick Carl when the draft needs that slot filled.
Kit
Pickaxe
Thrown pickaxe that can bounce off walls for reload/positioning tricks.
Tailspin
Grants three seconds of extra speed for chasing or fleeing.
Build
Gadgets
Flying Hook (recommended — dashes to max attack range for ambushes or escapes).
Star powers
Power Throw, Protective Pirouette.
Gears
Damage Gear (15% bonus below 50% health) and Shield Gear (900 HP shield).
Recommended build
Flying Hook gadget + Damage/Shield gears.
How to play Carl
- Master wall-bounce reloads and post-throw pickaxe trajectory adjustments for maximum damage.
- Chain pickaxe throws with Flying Hook dashes and Tailspin activations for sustained pressure.
- Excels in Showdown and Heist, with strong Brawl Ball mobility.