Brotato Blunderbuss
6 builds in our database · Unlocked by default
The Blunderbuss is a ranged weapon that resets its cooldown upon picking up materials and can pierce through two enemies, dealing reduced damage with each hit. It works well in builds that focus on material collection and crowd control.
Weapon Effect
Cooldown is reset when you pick up a material. Pierces 2 enemies dealing -25% less damage with each pierce.
- Cooldown is reset when you pick up a material. Pierces 2 enemies dealing—
- less damage with each pierce.-25%
Scales with: Ranged Damage, Attack Speed, Crit Chance
Meta Usage
6
tracked builds (curated + per-character meta) run Blunderbuss
Auto-Tier
B
From usage frequency across our build pool, weighted by difficulty
Top character
Sailor
4 builds pair this combo
When to pick Blunderbuss
Consider the Blunderbuss when playing as the Sailor, as its mechanics synergize well with his abilities. It's also effective if you have high Attack Speed and plan to pick up materials frequently.
When to skip Blunderbuss
Skip the Blunderbuss if you are focusing on a single-target damage build or if your character benefits more from other weapon types that deal consistent damage.
Best characters for Blunderbuss
Characters that pick up Blunderbuss in our curated build pool — with synergy notes and the stats to prioritise where available.
Sailor
4 builds
Blunderbuss is Sailor’s premier ranged naval weapon: its cooldown resets on material pickup, which pairs perfectly with high-curse, high-density waves. With +200% damage against cursed enemies and pierce, it obliterates elites and bosses as long as you keep moving and collecting materials.
Stats: Ranged Damage · Damage · Range · Speed · Armor
Ranger
1 build
Blunderbuss synergizes with Ranger’s range and Ranged Damage while its cooldown reset on material pickup pairs perfectly with Baby Gecko. In the life steal build you can stand near the center and let frequent reload resets and piercing pellets wipe waves.
Stats: Ranged Damage · Life Steal · Attack Speed · Pickup Range
Lucky
1 build
Used in community builds for this character.
Items most often used with Blunderbuss
Computed from 6 community builds that run Blunderbuss. These are the items the meta keeps picking up.
Secondary weapons paired with Blunderbuss
The weapons community builders most often slot alongside Blunderbuss. Useful for planning your second loadout slot.
Community builds running Blunderbuss
Triple Damage Naval Commander
Sailor · Medium · Attack Speed, Armor, Regeneration
Blunderbuss Only Sailor Build
Sailor · Hard · Armor, Speed, Damage
Life Steal Blunder Ranger
Ranger · Easy · Life Steal, Ranged Damage, Attack Speed
Lucky gambler
Lucky · Medium · Luck, Harvesting, % Items Price
Triple Damage Naval Commander
Sailor · Medium · Attack Speed, Armor, Regeneration
Blunderbuss Only Sailor Build
Sailor · Hard · Armor, Speed, Damage
Blunderbuss FAQ
How does the Blunderbuss's piercing work?▾
The Blunderbuss can pierce through two enemies, but it deals -25% less damage with each subsequent hit.
What happens to the cooldown when I pick up materials?▾
Picking up materials resets the cooldown of the Blunderbuss, allowing for rapid firing.
Is the Blunderbuss good for crowd control?▾
Yes, its ability to pierce multiple enemies makes it effective for crowd control, especially in tight spaces.
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