|quote=Top path Buccaneer does not see a lot of use and Buccaneer in general does not have a good answer to the new tight sends, so we’ve added some decent pierce and cleanup buffs to Aircraft Carrier and Carrier Flagship.
|quote 1 tiers=4xx;5xx|quote 1=Top path Buccaneer does not see a lot of use and Buccaneer in general does not have a good answer to the new tight sends, so we’ve added some decent pierce and cleanup buffs to Aircraft Carrier and Carrier Flagship.
*{{buff|Aircraft Darts now have +6 bonus damage to Ceramic Bloons}}
*{{buff|Aircraft dart: now deals +6 damage to Ceramic Bloons}}
*{{buff|Now buffs Etienne's UCAV ability with -15% [[Attack cooldown]]}}
*{{buff|Attack speed tower buff: now applies to Etienne's UCAV}}
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===[[Heli Pilot (Battles 2)|Heli Pilot]]===
===[[Heli Pilot (Battles 2)|Heli Pilot]]===
{{BTDB2 tower changes|version=4.0|tower=Heli Pilot
{{BTDB2 tower changes|version=4.0|tower=Heli Pilot
|quote=The mini comanche’s missiles have incredibly high pierce (100) but it would very rarely make use of it all due to such a small blast radius. This minor change should help it out a little bit, not increasing its DPS potential but allowing it to perform slightly better in a lot of scenarios.
|quote 1 tiers=xx4;xx5|quote 1=The mini comanche’s missiles have incredibly high pierce (100) but it would very rarely make use of it all due to such a small blast radius. This minor change should help it out a little bit, not increasing its DPS potential but allowing it to perform slightly better in a lot of scenarios.
|quote=Mortar has still kept its spot at the top of the meta, dominating in all stages of the game. We’ve decided to limit its late game damage so that it still remains a strong tower early on but is now easier to kill in the late game.
|quote 1 tiers=x4x;x5x|quote 1=Mortar has still kept its spot at the top of the meta, dominating in all stages of the game. We’ve decided to limit its late game damage so that it still remains a strong tower early on but is now easier to kill in the late game.
|tiers 1=X4X,X5X|changes 1=*{{Nerf|Bonus damage to BADs reduced|+4|+3}}
|changes 1 tiers=X4X;X5X|changes 1=*{{Nerf|Damage to BADs reduced|+4|+3}}
|tiers 2=X5X|changes 2=*{{Nerf|Mortar Buff Bonus damage to BADs reduced|+4|+3}}
|changes 2 tiers=X5X|changes 2=*{{Nerf|Mortar buff: damage to BADs reduced|+4|+3}}
|quote=Plasma Blasts in an upgrade that rarely gets used on its own (usually just used as a crosspath), so we’ve lowered its cost while adjusting 3xx and xx3 so that their total cost remains unchanged. Additionally, Super Monkey has struggled quite a bit since we fixed/nerfed Sun Temple a few updates ago, so we’re giving it a much needed damage buff.
|quote 1=Plasma Blasts in an upgrade that rarely gets used on its own (usually just used as a crosspath), so we’ve lowered its cost while adjusting 3xx and xx3 so that their total cost remains unchanged. Additionally, Super Monkey has struggled quite a bit since we fixed/nerfed Sun Temple a few updates ago, so we’re giving it a much needed damage buff.
|quote 2 tiers=2xx;3xx;xx3|quote 2=Plasma Blasts in an upgrade that rarely gets used on its own (usually just used as a crosspath), so we’ve lowered its cost while adjusting 3xx and xx3 so that their total cost remains unchanged.
|quote 3 tiers=4xx|quote 3=Super Monkey has struggled quite a bit since we fixed/nerfed Sun Temple a few updates ago, so we’re giving it a much needed damage buff.
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===[[Alchemist (Battles 2)|Alchemist]]===
===[[Alchemist (Battles 2)|Alchemist]]===
{{BTDB2 tower changes|version=4.0|tower=Alchemist
{{BTDB2 tower changes|version=4.0|tower=Alchemist
|quote=Just a small buff for Bloon Master Alchemist, letting it pop more MOABs and BFBs which gives it more potential to be a reliable option against the new tight rushes.
|quote 1 tiers=xx5|quote 1=Just a small buff for Bloon Master Alchemist, letting it pop more MOABs and BFBs which gives it more potential to be a reliable option against the new tight rushes.
|tiers 1=XX5|changes 1=*{{Buff|Pierce penalty against MOABs reduced|+19|+9}}
|changes 1 tiers=XX5|changes 1=*{{Buff|Pierce penalty against MOABs reduced|+19|+9}}
*{{Buff|Pierce penalty against BFBs reduced|+49|+29|note=Pierce remains at 200}}
*{{Buff|Pierce penalty against BFBs reduced|+49|+29|note=Pierce remains at 200}}
|quote=We’d love to see Spiked Mines get some more use, and hopefully this sizeable pierce and radius buff with help with that.
|quote 1 tiers=4xx;5xx|quote 1=We’d love to see Spiked Mines get some more use, and hopefully this sizeable pierce and radius buff with help with that.
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|quote=We’re giving small boost to Ultraboost to help justify its incredibly high price tag.
|quote 1 tiers=x5x|quote 1=We’re giving small boost to Ultraboost to help justify its incredibly high price tag.
|tiers 1=X5X|changes 1=*{{Buff|Overclock buff lasts longer|30s|60s}}<!--isn't all buffs last twice as long for x5x?-->
|changes 1 tiers=X5X|changes 1=*{{Buff|Overclock buff lasts longer|30s|60s}}<!--isn't all buffs last twice as long for x5x?-->
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{{BTDB2 hero changes|version=4.0|hero=Obyn Greenfoot|quote=We wanted to give Druids some attention and chose to do this by providing Obyn with another Druid-specific buff. This buff primarily targets Poplust Druids since Avatar of Rush already deals high damage. Obyn’s range increase is also aimed at Druids, with the larger range allowing for more Druids to be buffed.
{{BTDB2 hero changes|version=4.0|hero=Obyn Greenfoot|quote=We wanted to give Druids some attention and chose to do this by providing Obyn with another Druid-specific buff. This buff primarily targets Poplust Druids since Avatar of Rush already deals high damage. Obyn’s range increase is also aimed at Druids, with the larger range allowing for more Druids to be buffed.
|changes 1 levels=12+|changes 1=*{{Buff|Now gives all Druids in range +1 damage to fortified Bloons.}}
|changes 1 levels=12+|changes 1=*{{Buff|Now gives all Druids in range +1 damage to fortified Bloons.}}
{{BTDB2 hero changes|version=4.0|hero=Ocean Obyn|quote=Like with Obyn, this Ocean Obyn change is being implemented to make his buff capable of buffing a much greater number of towers now. In particular, this change is aimed at Ninja{{Sic}}
{{BTDB2 hero changes|version=4.0|hero=Ocean Obyn|quote=Like with Obyn, this Ocean Obyn change is being implemented to make his buff capable of buffing a much greater number of towers now. In particular, this change is aimed at Ninja{{Sic}}
For the most part, we are pleased with the impact of the new tight rushes - noticeably shaking up the meta and leading to more exciting games. However, admittedly they are on the strong side, which has greatly diminished the viability of some towers that can’t deal with them. Tight MOABs is the main rush that stands out, so we have made quite a big nerf to this one. Additionally, Spaced Rainbows have been nerfed because they have always stood out as a top tier early game bloon send, providing high eco efficiency as well as decent pressure on your opponent — Update notes
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Spaced Rainbow: Income reduced ― $3 → $2.8
Tight MOAB: spacing increased ― 0.0125s → 0.02s
Note: Duration remains the same, as the quantity is reduced to an equal amount
Top path Buccaneer does not see a lot of use and Buccaneer in general does not have a good answer to the new tight sends, so we’ve added some decent pierce and cleanup buffs to Aircraft Carrier and Carrier Flagship. — Update notes
The mini comanche’s missiles have incredibly high pierce (100) but it would very rarely make use of it all due to such a small blast radius. This minor change should help it out a little bit, not increasing its DPS potential but allowing it to perform slightly better in a lot of scenarios. — Update notes
Mortar has still kept its spot at the top of the meta, dominating in all stages of the game. We’ve decided to limit its late game damage so that it still remains a strong tower early on but is now easier to kill in the late game. — Update notes
Plasma Blasts in an upgrade that rarely gets used on its own (usually just used as a crosspath), so we’ve lowered its cost while adjusting 3xx and xx3 so that their total cost remains unchanged. Additionally, Super Monkey has struggled quite a bit since we fixed/nerfed Sun Temple a few updates ago, so we’re giving it a much needed damage buff. — Update notes
Just a small buff for Bloon Master Alchemist, letting it pop more MOABs and BFBs which gives it more potential to be a reliable option against the new tight rushes. — Update notes
Gwendolin is considered one of the strongest heroes with good early game damage and solid late game support. We’re just making a minor Cocktail cooldown change for now, allowing for more opportunities to effectively rush her early on. — Update notes
We wanted to give Druids some attention and chose to do this by providing Obyn with another Druid-specific buff. This buff primarily targets Poplust Druids since Avatar of Rush already deals high damage. Obyn’s range increase is also aimed at Druids, with the larger range allowing for more Druids to be buffed. — Update notes
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Levels
Changes
12+
Now gives all Druids in range +1 damage to fortified Bloons.
Like with Obyn, this Ocean Obyn change is being implemented to make his buff capable of buffing a much greater number of towers now. In particular, this change is aimed at Ninja[sic] — Update notes
We’re buffing Benjamin’s early game cash slightly because he is still overshadowed by the Jerichos. Additionally, previously his level 20 did not provide much compared to other heroes, so that now has another benefit. — Update notes
Similar changes as Benjamin for the same reasons, with an added buff to DJ Ben’s level 10 ability so that he can deal with the new tight rushes a little bit more effectively. — Update notes
While Smudge Catt is not an incredibly popular hero, this is a strong ability with a quick cooldown. Most hero ability cooldowns have been increased to give more rushing opportunities, but Smudge Catt never received this same treatment. — Update notes
Pat Fusty has has been out of the limelight for a while now so we wanted to provide him with some buffs. For now we’ve increased his buffing range, since it was quite limiting before. — Update notes
Highwayman Jericho’s usage rate has dropped off significantly ever since his last nerf, however we believe that this is simply due to the other Jerichos being the clear favorites now, rather than Highwayman being too weak relative to all the other heroes. Therefore, we have left Highwayman as is and targeted the other two Jerichos instead. — Update notes
Highwayman Jericho’s usage rate has dropped off significantly ever since his last nerf, however we believe that this is simply due to the other Jerichos being the clear favorites now, rather than Highwayman being too weak relative to all the other heroes. Therefore, we have left Highwayman as is and targeted the other two Jerichos instead. — Update notes
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Levels
Changes
3+
In It For The Money initial cooldown increased ― 17.5s → 35s
Fateweaver Adora has retained her spot as the top hero in the highest arenas, with the new tight rushes not hindering her viability since Chains of Fate counters them exceptionally well. Given this, it seemed appropriate to limit the pierce on Chains of Fate, since infinite pierce was unnecessarily excessive for such a powerful ability. — Update notes
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Levels
Changes
10+
Chains of Fate is now pierce capped at 500 Bloons
Chains of Fate uses 10 pierce to chain a MOAB, 20 pierce to chain a BFB, 40 pierce to chain a ZOMG/DDT, and 60 pierce to chain a BAD.
Spaced Rainbow: Income reduced ― $3 → $2.8
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