Gus — Brawl Stars draft guide
Where Gus sits in the current ranked meta, the build to run, and how to use them in a draft.
Draft verdict
Best picks in the current meta. Pick or ban these first.
Matchup note: ult knocks back — a decent pick specifically against assassins
Draft role: Support. Pick Gus when the draft needs that slot filled.
Kit
Main attack
A support-oriented ranged attack.
Super
Deploys a ghost companion that heals and shields allies.
Build
Gadgets
Kooky Popper (recommended, ~87% pick rate — deals 2,160 instant damage by exploding spirits).
Star powers
Spirit Animal (recommended, ~71% pick rate — boosts teammate damage by 25% for 5 seconds).
Gears
Damage and Shield.
Recommended build
Kooky Popper gadget + Spirit Animal star power + Damage/Shield gears.
How to play Gus
- Accessible early (Super Rare) and versatile — combines healing, shielding, and damage pressure in one kit.
- Performs best in Bounty, Gem Grab (61.2% win rate), and Knockout.
- Use Spirit Animal's damage buff to time aggressive team pushes for map control.