Lou is a very underrated Mythic Brawler introduced in Season 4 of Brawl Stars. This article will delve into his kit, Gadgets, Star Powers, recommended build, and the best game modes for maximizing Lou’s full potential.
Lou’s Kit
Lou has normal movement speed, and long attack range, and fast movement speed.
Lou uses a unique mechanic by applying a frost meter to enemy Brawlers. When hit continuously, this meter can freeze opponents for 1.5 seconds. This ability makes him a difficult opponent at any range, creating challenging situations for Brawlers attempting to engage him. He particularly excels against Tank-type Brawlers and shines in 3 v 3 game modes.
Lou’s basic attacks launch three projectiles, each capable of applying the frost meter on impact. His super ability creates a large slippery area that is very difficult to traverse. Additionally, this area slows down any Brawlers trying to move through it, making it easier for you to engage with enemies and increases your chances of securing kills.
Lou’s Gadgets
First Gadget: Ice Block
Lou’s initial gadget, known as “Ice Block,” grants him invincibility for 1 second. This gadget greatly enhances his survivability as it enables him to withstand incoming damage and even opponent supers.
Second Gadget: Cryo Soup
Lou’s second gadget, “Cryo Soup,” possesses the ability to rapidly fill 50% of the frost meter for enemies within his super’s area when activated.
Lou’s Star Powers
First Star Power: Super Cool
Lou’s first Star Power, “Super Cool,” enhances his freezing capabilities by speeding up the process by 33% when opponents are within the area of his Super. This increases his crowd control potential and makes it more challenging for enemies to escape his super.
Second Star Power: Hypothermia
Lou’s second Star Power offers a unique advantage by reducing the damage inflicted by his enemies. The extent of this damage reduction is determined by the level of frost meter filled on his opponents, with the potential to mitigate up to 50% of damage when the frost meter is at its maximum.
Best Lou Build
The best Lou build can vary based on a player’s playstyle and the game mode you are playing. However, many professional players favor a specific build that includes Lou’s second gadget, “Cryo Soup,” and his first Star Power, “Super Cool.” Additionally, for Lou’s gear, the most recommended combination includes gear that enhances his Health and the mythic gear that accelerates the charging of his super.
By utilizing this combination, Lou can exert constant pressure through his attacks and Super, making it easier to freeze opponents and secure kills without exposing himself to unnecessary risks.
In Showdown maps, an alternative strategy is to opt for Lou’s first gadget, “Ice Block,” along with his first Star Power, “Super Cool.” This combination can be particularly effective in solo play, providing Lou with the ability to survive close range encounters and freeze opponents more quickly within the map’s dynamic and often intense environment.
Best Modes for playing Lou
Lou shines in variety of game modes, but he truly shines in 3v3 maps, particularly in Seige, Hotzone, and Boss Battle.
In Seige, Lou’s freezing abilities come in handy as he can immobilize Seige bots and safeguard your territory while efficiently defending your turret. Likewise, in Boss Battle, Lou’s Super and attacks can be strategically employed to impede the boss’s movement, ensuring better control over the map and the boss’s actions.
In Hotzone, Lou’s Super can be a game-changer. You can use it strategically to block the enemy team’s entry into the hotzone, making it considerably easier for your own team to secure victory. This control over the battlefield can be instrumental in claiming and maintaining control of the hotzone area.