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Ranged WeaponMeta · B-TierRangedSupport

Brotato Taser

12 builds in our database · Unlocked by default

The Taser is a ranged weapon that slows enemies within a radius of its projectile. It pairs well with builds focused on crowd control and kiting.

Weapon Effect

Slows enemies in a radius around the projectile

Scales with: Ranged Damage, Attack Speed

Meta Usage

12

tracked builds (curated + per-character meta) run Taser

Auto-Tier

B

From usage frequency across our build pool, weighted by difficulty

Top character

Mage

2 builds pair this combo

When to pick Taser

Consider the Taser when playing characters like Mage or Pacifist, especially if you have a decent Attack Speed to maximize its slowing effect. It’s also effective in builds that emphasize Engineering.

When to skip Taser

Skip the Taser if you're focusing on high burst damage or if you're using characters that benefit more from direct damage output.

Best characters for Taser

Characters that pick up Taser in our curated build pool — with synergy notes and the stats to prioritise where available.

Mage

Mage

2 builds

Taser is the core Endless build weapon for Mage: it applies elemental hits frequently, synergizes with burning items like Snake and Scared Sausage, and its slowing field keeps enemies grouped and controlled while burns tick them down.

Stats: Elemental Damage · Attack Speed · Luck

Arms Dealer

Arms Dealer

2 builds

Adding slows makes kiting much safer for a speed-focused Arms Dealer, buying turrets and burning effects more time to work.

Stats: Speed · Elemental Damage · HP Regeneration

Builder

Builder

2 builds

Taser adds much-needed crowd control by slowing groups of enemies, buying your turret time to shred waves while you safely position and collect materials with your low pickup range.

Stats: Engineering · Attack Speed · Armor · Max HP

Vagabond

Vagabond

1 build

Taser brings valuable crowd control by slowing enemies, which is especially useful for a mixed‑weapon Vagabond who needs time for multiple weapon types to apply their class bonuses and damage.

Stats: Attack Speed · Max HP · Speed

Farmer

Farmer

1 build

Taser shows up as a late-Endless alternative once Sniper Gun becomes too laggy. The slow aura helps keep enemies away while Particle Accelerators and structures shred them.

Stats: Attack Speed · Engineering · Elemental Damage · Damage

Pacifist

Pacifist

2 builds

Taser offers powerful slowing and crowd control without relying on damage, allowing Pacifist to kite safer in late waves and Endless while still benefiting from his passive on surviving enemies.

Stats: Attack Speed · Dodge · Armor · HP Regeneration

Apprentice

Apprentice

1 build

Used in community builds for this character.

Baby

Baby

1 build

Used in community builds for this character.

Items most often used with Taser

Computed from 12 community builds that run Taser. These are the items the meta keeps picking up.

Secondary weapons paired with Taser

The weapons community builders most often slot alongside Taser. Useful for planning your second loadout slot.

Community builds running Taser

+4 more builds use this weapon — see them on the relevant character pages.

Taser FAQ

How does the Taser's slowing effect work?

The Taser slows enemies in a radius around the projectile, making it easier to control crowds and escape threats.

Which characters benefit most from the Taser?

Characters like Mage, Pacifist, and Arms Dealer benefit significantly from the Taser due to their playstyles.

Can the Taser be used effectively in late-game?

Yes, the Taser can still be effective in late-game if paired with high Attack Speed and supportive secondary weapons.

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