Your walkspeed gradually increases up to 25%.
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Press space on ledges to perform a trick.
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{{Character
| name = Skateboard
| image =
| imagecaption = "Watch this trick!"
| class = Melee
| faction = [[Playground]]
| health =
| shield =
| addedin = [[Playtest 2]]
| chatcolor = {{Color|{{ClassColor|Skateboard}}}}
}}
'''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a [[:Category:Characters/Phighters/Melee|melee]] Phighter. He was released on 18 April 2022 with [[Playtest 2]].
==Overview==
'''Skateboard''' is an offensive [[Phighters|Phighter]] that possesses incredible mobility and burst damage. The mobility granted by his skateboard enables him to perform exceptionally well at hit-and-runs. Skateboard also has tools to compliment his pick-based playstyle: {{Abilitylink|SkateboardPassiveBoard}}, which enables Skateboard to maintain speed and gives him vertical mobility when chained, and {{Abilitylink|SkateboardPhinisher}}, an AOE stun that sets up a free pick for your team. Despite these exceeding upsides, Skateboard is incredibly fragile. Hard crowd control effects and burst damage can force Skateboard to
{{Clear|both}}
==Abilities==
{{AbilityNew
|color = #{{ClassColor|Skateboard}}
|tabclass = Skateboard
|ability = SLUGGISH!! / STUNTISH!!
|icon = placeholder.png
|type = Passive
|description = '''Off board'''<br>Your walkspeed gradually increases up to 25%.<br>'''On board'''<br>Press space on ledges to perform a trick.
|details = {{Stance
|'''SLUGGISH!!'''<br>Max. {{Status|Haste}}: 25%<br>
|'''STUNTISH!!'''<br>Trick speed gain: +10<br>Max. speed: 50 (soft cap), 100 (hard cap)}}
|notes = {{ListFix}}
'''SLUGGISH!!'''
* Passive {{Status|Haste}} is lost if not moving for half a second.
* Killing or assisting sets {{Status|Haste}} to 50%.
'''STUNTISH!!'''
* Landing a trick not boosted by {{Abilitylink|SkateboardSecondaryBoard}} deals passive ram damage in a 10x10 area.
|demo = [[File:Demonstration SkateboardPassiveOffboard.webm]][[File:Demonstration SkateboardPassiveOnboard.webm]]
}}
{{AbilityNew
|color = #{{ClassColor|Skateboard}}
|tabclass = Skateboard
|ability = SWING IT!! / PUSH IT!!
|icon = placeholder.png
|type = Primary
|description = '''Off board'''<br>Swing your board once to deal damage, losing 5% {{Status|Haste}} per swing.<br>'''On board'''<br>Accelerate forward.
|details = {{Stance
|'''SWING IT!!'''<br>Damage: 15<br>Fire rate: 0.5 seconds<br>
|'''PUSH IT!!'''<br>Damage: 10 <br>Fire rate: 1 second<br>Speed gain: +5}}
|notes = {{ListFix}}
'''SWING IT!!'''
* The second hit can be cancelled.
|demo = [[File:Demonstration SkateboardPrimaryOffboard.webm]][[File:Demonstration SkateboardPrimaryOnboard.webm]]
}}
{{AbilityNew
|color = #{{ClassColor|Skateboard}}
|tabclass = Skateboard
|ability = BASH 'EM!! / KICK 'EM!!
|icon = SkateM2.png
|type = Secondary
|description = '''Off board'''<br>Wind up and stun any enemies while off board.<br>'''On board'''<br>Spin and damage enemies around you when on board. If used after a trick, gain extra speed and deal damage in an area when you land.
|details = {{Stance
|'''
|'''KICK 'EM!!'''<br>Damage: 8<br>Trick damage: 10<br>Trick speed bonus: +5<br>Trick hitbox size: 15x15<br>Cooldown: 5 seconds}}
|notes = {{ListFix}}
* Cooldown is shared between both forms.
'''BASH 'EM!!'''
* Plays a critical hit indicator and a special particle effect on hit.
* Will only apply {{Status|Stun}} after being charged for 0.5 seconds.
'''KICK 'EM!!'''
* Jumping immediately after using KICK 'EM!! while on the ground performs a trick.
* Will play a special particle and sound effect if used after a trick.
|demo = [[File:Demonstration SkateboardSecondaryOffboard.webm]][[File:Demonstration SkateboardSecondaryOnboard.webm]]
}}
{{AbilityNew
|color = #{{ClassColor|Skateboard}}
|tabclass = Skateboard
|ability = RUN!! / BOOST!!
|icon = SkateQ.png
|type = Q Ability
|description = '''Off board'''<br>Run forward and bash any enemies.<br>'''On board'''<br>Charge up and boost forward depending on the duration of the charge.
|details = {{Stance
|'''RUN!!'''<br>Damage: 15 (initial) + 10 (lingering)<br>Speed: sets to 15-45<br>Knockback force: 2<br>Dash distance: 40 studs<br>{{Status|Haste}}: Sets to 25%<br>Cooldown: 8 seconds<br>
|'''BOOST!!'''<br>Damage: 10<br>Knockback force: 10<br>Windup: 0.1-1.5 seconds<br>Cooldown: 8 seconds}}
|notes = {{ListFix}}
* Cooldown is shared between both forms.
'''BOOST!!'''
* Suspends {{PAGENAME}} in the air while charging.
* Will stop all velocity when charging.
* {{PAGENAME}}'s speed before charging BOOST!! will be its minimum speed given after casting.
* If {{PAGENAME}} receives any {{Status|Slow}} while charging, he will be forced off board.
|demo = [[File:Demonstration SkateboardQOffboard.webm]][[File:Demonstration SkateboardQOnboard.webm]]
}}
{{AbilityNew
|color = #{{ClassColor|Skateboard}}
|tabclass = Skateboard
|ability = SWITCH!!
|icon = SkateE.png
|type = E Ability
|description = Switch between being on and off your skateboard.
|details = {{Stance
|'''Off Board'''<br>Cooldown: 2 seconds<br>
|'''On Board'''<br>Damage: 100% of current speed (max. 30)<br>Cooldown: 6 seconds}}
|notes = {{ListFix}}
* Skateboard will not be forced off board if disabled in the first 2 seconds of switching to on board.
* While on board, {{PAGENAME}} has the following traits:
** Cannot regenerate shield naturally.
** Colliding with enemies deals 10 damage passively. {{PAGENAME}} cannot deal ram damage for 0.75 seconds after colliding with an enemy.
** Permanent 35% {{Status|Bound}}.
** If {{PAGENAME}} receives a disabling status effect, a {{Status|Slow}} of 25% or higher or gets reduced to 0 speed after being on board for at least 5 seconds, {{PAGENAME}} will be forced off board.
** Slopes increase speed when traveling downwards and decrease speed when travelling upwards.
** Speed will gradually decay. The decay speed increases at different speed caps.
*** The speed decay caps are: 25, 30, 40, 50, 60.
*** When above 50 speed, speed decays quicker until it reaches 50 or below.
*** {{PAGENAME}} physically cannot exceed 100 speed.
* Holding E while on board performs an AoE attack, dealing more damage depending on speed. Tapping it quickly switches to off board, dealing no damage.
* {{Status|Haste}} is gained depending on speed on board, this can bypass the 25% passive haste cap, capping at 50% {{Status|Haste}}.
|demo = [[File:Demonstration SkateboardEOffboard.webm]][[File:Demonstration SkateboardEOnboard.webm]]
}}
{{AbilityNew
|color = #{{ClassColor|Skateboard}}
|tabclass = Skateboard
|ability = THE COOL, RAD, COFFIN!!
|icon = SkateUlt.png
|type = Phinisher
|description = Charge up before being sent forward, stunning enemies for 2 seconds.
|details = '''Damage:''' 30<br>{{Status|Stun}} '''duration:''' 2 seconds<br>'''Reactivation window:''' 0.75 seconds<br>'''Dash distance:''' ---<br>'''Phinisher points:''' 100<br>'''Phinisher animation:''' 0.75 seconds
|notes = {{ListFix}}
* Shared between both forms, with one minor difference: Skateboard immediately switches to on board on cast.
* Using primary will start THE COOL, RAD, COFFIN!! early.
* Skateboard gains maximum speed (50) upon using THE COOL, RAD, COFFIN!!.
* If Skateboard dies during the casting time, the dash animation will perform but its effects will be cancelled.
* Refreshes the cooldown of {{Abilitylink|SkateboardE}}.
|demo = [[File:Demonstration SkateboardUlt.webm]]
}}
==Strategy==
{{Phighterproscons
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* Exceptional mobility
* High burst damage that can be dealt to multiple enemies.
* Effective against squishy classes, can constantly harass and distract enemies for an extended duration.
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* High skill floor and ceiling.
* High risk, high reward. Taking over 35 damage or being on the receiving end of crowd-control effects can lead to death should the player have no getaway options.
* Below average hitpoints for a melee Phighter.
* Is exposed when off board.
}}
Skateboard is the fastest Phighter in the game, specializing in a hit-and-run playstyle. Skateboard can maintain an incredibly high movement speed while
One of the most important aspects to understand about Skateboard is that he is '''not''' meant to be played like a traditional melee class. Although he still has a full melee moveset while
Although Skateboard's mobility options make it significantly easier to dodge most attacks, but he can't dodge everything. AoE/crowd control attacks are significantly easier to hit Skateboard with, and you should expect to take some damage from crossfire when barreling through a crowd of enemies. Be wary of classes with AoE attacks, and ensure that you are prepared to take a few hits when rushing through a crowd. Your mobility can also be used to reach certain points in the map faster than your opponents, this can help disrupt and distract enemies.
Skateboard's survivability hinges almost entirely on his movement speed, so remember to keep your momentum going as much as possible, especially when fighting. If you have no momentum for five seconds, you will be kicked off
[[File:Skateboard trick spot.png|
Tricks are the most reliable way of keeping momentum, and should be used whenever available. Remember, you're not limited to just traditional skateboard spots; you can perform a trick off the edge of any flat, elevated surface! Get creative, and practice looking for unconventional trick spots. Your ability to identify good trick spots, even when they're not obvious, will often be the difference between dominating a fight or getting curbstomped by the opponent.
If you lose momentum and you're unable to perform a trick for one reason or another, another good option is to use your {{Abilitylink|SkateboardQBoard}}
When push comes to shove and you inevitably get knocked off your skateboard, you still have a few options. If your opponent is at low health, you may be able to finish them off with a few swings or a well-executed combo. If fighting seems too dangerous, you need to run. If available, you can use {{Abilitylink|SkateboardQ}} to boost yourself out of danger, and possibly damage some opponents on the way out. Find a good place to hide behind cover or behind your teammates, stall until {{Abilitylink|SkateboardE}} is off cooldown (which takes
As for dealing damage, Skateboard does not boast a particularly high DPS,
Dealing damage on board is much safer but less effective, while dealing damage off board greatly increases {{PAGENAME}}'s DPS and combo potential, but comes with much higher risk.
Skateboard excels the most when supporting his team. On his own, he's easier to pick off. Combined with his low rate of damage on board, this
When playing Skateboard, target priority is incredibly important as it can determine whether you win or lose an encounter. While on board, scout for targets and deal passive chip damage to enemies in order to weaken them and prevent their shield from regenerating. Once an enemy has been weakened sufficiently or is in an unfavourable position, hold {{Abilitylink|SkateboardE}} to swing your board and deal a large burst of damage to finish off your enemy. If that doesn't kill them, follow up with a few attacks to get the job done (you can utilize {{Abilitylink|SkateboardSecondary}} to stun an enemy and prevent them from escaping). When attacking off board be careful of your surroundings, as your enemy may try to lead you into their teammates as they escape.
His Phinisher is also more useful with teammates. Two seconds of {{Status|Stun}} is very short when you're the only one taking advantage of it, because you'll be spending about half of that stun time stuck in the {{Abilitylink|SkateboardPhinisher}} animation and moving back to your opponent. It's best used when a teammate is waiting for a good attack window, as they can take full advantage of those two seconds. This doesn't mean your Phinisher should be used exclusivley when around teammates, though, as you can still take advantage of the {{Status|Stun}} time. Activating it early with your primary and rapidly hopping off board allows you to get some solid hits in before they can fight back. THE COOL, RAD, COFFIN!! works best when combined with AoE or high-damaging moves such as [[Katana|Katana's]] {{Abilitylink|KatanaPhinisher}} or [[Hyperlaser|Hyperlaser's]] {{Abilitylink|HyperlaserPhinisher}}.
===Ability usage===
'''
*
**While this passive may seem negative at first, letting your haste build up will make your walkspeed faster than most other Phighters. Use this to your advantage to catch up with them and get them in range of your primary attack.
*{{Abilitylink|SkateboardPrimary}}
**This is your main source of damage off board. When chasing an enemy, be careful not to swing aimlessly, as this will reduce your walkspeed and make it more difficult to catch up to your target.
*
**{{Abilitylink|SkateboardSecondary}} is an incredibly versatile and flexible move that can help in almost any situation.
***The move is incredibly fast if not charged (at the cost of a reduced stun time). This can help in getting some quick hits on an enemy or in preventing an opponent from using a move if the stun is timed correctly. It is also a powerful tool to force enemy Skateboards off board considering its fast windup.
***Hitting an enemy with a maximum charge strike gives you enough time to hit the opponent with another move such as {{Abilitylink|SkateboardPrimary}} or {{Abilitylink|SkateboardQ}}, thus opening up combo potentials.
*
**
***The best place to get on board is at a ledge, as you can immediately trick off it and gain substantial speed in a few seconds.
*{{Abilitylink|SkateboardQ}}
**{{Abilitylink|SkateboardQ}} can be used as a "get off me" tool to get into Skating form more easily, or as a combo extender to pick off enemies or confirm kills.
*** The knockback from the move can also be used to push enemies off obstacles or into [[Map Elements#Killbricks|pitfalls]].
'''
*
**
** Tricks can be farmed on a single ledge if you land back on the platform you performed a trick off of. This allows you to perform another trick and repeat as many times as needed.
***'''Edge
***'''360 Trick''': On any ledge, perform a trick, spin your camera 180 degrees towards the platform, land, spin your camera 180 degrees towards the ledge'','' perform a trick, repeat.
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*{{Abilitylink|SkateboardPrimaryBoard}}
**Whenever you aren't attacking and there are no trick spots nearby, you should be spamming this to maintain constant speed
*{{Abilitylink|SkateboardSecondaryBoard}}
**The extra height helps to reach opponents that are in the air and to traverse tall obstacles. Combine with a trick jump for even more height.
[[File:Skateboard double jump.gif|none|thumb]]
*{{Abilitylink|SkateboardE}}
** Tapping SWITCH!! instead of holding it allows you to hop off board immediately, which can be useful if you need to regenerate shield urgently.
** Although holding SWITCH!! deals high amounts of damage, putting yourself in a standing position will make you more vulnerable, as your movement is severely handicapped. Only swap if you're confident that you can take out all the nearby opponents in one go, or as a last resort if you're stuck and your {{Abilitylink|SkateboardQBoard}} is on cooldown.
** Incredibly useful move against groups of enemies, especially backline or support [[Phighters]].
** Can be used after holding down {{Abilitylink|SkateboardQBoard}} to utilize the burst in speed to deal a lot of damage in one go.
*{{Abilitylink|SkateboardQBoard}}
**This is a good tool for getting unstuck or reaching certain areas. If your skateboard loses momentum and you're in a dangerous area, pop a {{Abilitylink|SkateboardQBoard}} to get your momentum back up.
*
** This is best used to set up an attack window for other teammates. You won't be able to take full advantage of the stun, as some of the stun time will be spent waiting for the animation to end.
**
===Counterplay against {{PAGENAME}}===
Focused AoE damage or any form of Displacement is the bane of Skateboard, bringing him to a screeching halt and forcing him
When trying to gain distance from a Skateboard player, try to get onto high ground that can only be reached via high jumps or going up steep slopes. Skateboard users will have a difficult time reaching these areas.
[[File:Train demolition overpass.png|
Reaching this overpass on a skateboard means going up an intensely steep slope and losing momentum.
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==[[Badges|Badge]]==
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<tr>
<th>Name</th>
<th>Icon</th>
<th> Description </th>
<th> Reward </th>
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<td>''vehicular manslaughter''</td>
<td>[[File:Badgevehicularmanslaughter.png|150x150px]]</td>
<td> kill an enemy with a trick</td>
<td> [[Titles|Title]] - '''SK8R!!'''<br>[[Stickers|Sticker]] - '''Skar Bar'''<br>[[File:SkateboardSkarBar.png|150x150px]]</td>
</tr>
</table>
==Trivia==
'''General:'''
* {{PAGENAME}} is based on the [https://roblox.fandom.com/wiki/Skateboard_(series) Skateboard series] of gears.
* {{PAGENAME}} mentions "helmet hair" in his dialogue. Despite this, he is bald like every other Phighter.
* During [[The Voice Line Update|April Fools' 2023]], {{PAGENAME}} was renamed to santiago the third.
** During [[PHIGHTING! 4|April Fools' 2024]], {{PAGENAME}} was renamed to mario brother, and remodeled to reference Mario from the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mario_(franchise) Mario franchise].
'''Development:'''
'''Skins:'''
* Egobworder is a community contributed skin created by 0sol.
** The skin was one of three winners of the August 2023 Skin Contest.
** The name "Egobworder" comes from the combination of the words ''sword'' and ''board'' thus producing ''bword''.
** The sound effects for the skin were created by CRABLOOSHI.
==[[Version history]]==
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'''[[V0
* Skating form
** '''NEW EFFECT:''' No longer gains passive speed if the walkspeed is 0.
* {{Abilitylink|SkateboardPhinisher}}
** '''BUG FIX:''' Now applies the proper slow and bound to Skateboard.
** Hitbox adjusted.
'''[[V0.5.0/Additional Versions#4 June 2023|4 June 2023]]'''
* Skating form
** Speed loss on taking damage increased from damage/3 to damage/4.
'''[[V0.5.0/Additional Versions#25 May 2023|25 May 2023]]'''
* '''BUG FIXES:'''
** Subspace's {{Abilitylink|SubspacePhinisher}} now removes Skateboard from Skating form
** Dying to {{Abilitylink|SubspacePhinisher}} no longer softlocks the player.
'''[[V0.5.0/Additional Versions#11 May 2023|11 May 2023]]'''
* Skating form
** '''NEW EFFECT:''' No longer loses speed when damaging enemies.
** Max speed reduced from 25 to 22.
* {{Abilitylink|SkateboardQBoard}}
** Initial damage reduced from 20 to 10.
* {{Abilitylink|SkateboardE}}
** Endlag reduced from 1.5 seconds to 0.5 seconds.
** Dash distance reduced.
{{Abilitylink|SkateboardPhinisher}}
** Skateboard now regains his controls easier.
** '''BUG FIX:''' No longer slides when used.
'''[[V0.5.0/Additional Versions#10 April 2023|10 April 2023]]'''
* {{Abilitylink|SkateboardQBoard}}
** Speed chanfed from 10 + (40 * shield) to 25 + (25 * shield)
'''[[V0.5.0/Additional Versions#8 April 2023|8 April 2023]]'''
* Skating form
** '''NEW EFFECTS:'''
*** Skateboard loses 2.5 speed when damaging enemies with {{Abilitylink|SkateboardPrimary}} instead of the speed lose scaling by speed.
*** Improved wall detection so Skateboard can now get up ramps without being slowed down.
** Max speed before ramps to stop increasing or decreasing speed reduced from 20 to 15.
* {{Abilitylink|SkateboardPrimary}}
** Damage changed from __ to 10.
* {{Abilitylink|SkateboardQ}}
** '''NEW EFFECT:''' Can no longer be used while trapped inside [[Subspace|Subspace's]] {{Abilitylink|SubspacePhinisher}}.
* {{Abilitylink|SkateboardQBoard}}
* '''NEW EFFECT:''' Speed now scales based on current shield instead of health.
* Maximum speed reduced from 60 to 50.
'''[[V0.4.5/Additional Versions#8 January 2023|8 January 2023]]'''
* Standing Form
** '''BUG FIX:''' Shield regen now properly works in Standing Form.
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** Maximum damage reduced from 50 to 35.
'''[[V0.4.5/Additional Versions#3 January
* The "Snowboard" skin was added to the game.
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==References==
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[[Category:Characters]] [[Category:Characters/Phighters]] [[Category:Characters/Phighters/Melee]]
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Skateboard is a melee Phighter. He was released on 18 April 2022 with Playtest 2.
Skateboard is an offensive Phighter that possesses incredible mobility and burst damage. The mobility granted by his skateboard enables him to perform exceptionally well at hit-and-runs. Skateboard also has tools to compliment his pick-based playstyle: STUNTISH!!, which enables Skateboard to maintain speed and gives him vertical mobility when chained, and THE COOL, RAD, COFFIN!!, an AOE stun that sets up a free pick for your team. Despite these exceeding upsides, Skateboard is incredibly fragile. Hard crowd control effects and burst damage can force Skateboard to become vulnerable off board.
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SLUGGISH!! / STUNTISH!! | |||
Off board Your walkspeed gradually increases up to 25%. On board Press space on ledges to perform a trick.
SLUGGISH!! STUNTISH!!
SLUGGISH!! STUNTISH!!
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SWING IT!! / PUSH IT!! | |||
Off board Swing your board once to deal damage, losing 5% Haste per swing. On board Accelerate forward.
SWING IT!! PUSH IT!!
SWING IT!!
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BASH 'EM!! / KICK 'EM!! | |||
Off board Wind up and stun any enemies while off board. On board Spin and damage enemies around you when on board. If used after a trick, gain extra speed and deal damage in an area when you land.
BASH 'EM!! KICK 'EM!!
BASH 'EM!!
KICK 'EM!!
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RUN!! / BOOST!! | |||
Off board Run forward and bash any enemies. On board Charge up and boost forward depending on the duration of the charge.
RUN!! BOOST!!
BOOST!!
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SWITCH!! | |||
Switch between being on and off your skateboard.
Off Board On Board
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THE COOL, RAD, COFFIN!! | |||
Charge up before being sent forward, stunning enemies for 2 seconds.
Damage: 30 Stun duration: 2 seconds Reactivation window: 0.75 seconds Dash distance: --- Phinisher points: 100 Phinisher animation: 0.75 seconds
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Skateboard is the fastest Phighter in the game, specializing in a hit-and-run playstyle. Skateboard can maintain an incredibly high movement speed while on board, allowing a skilled Skateboard player to dodge most attacks thrown at them. However, Skateboard's mobility comes at the cost of being vulnerable while off board, only having to take 35 damage to lose all momentum on board, and having a higher skill floor than most other Phighters.
One of the most important aspects to understand about Skateboard is that he is not meant to be played like a traditional melee class. Although he still has a full melee moveset while off board, it's less powerful compared to other melee movesets and isn't effective on its own. His health and DPS off board are both below-average for a melee Phighter. Trying to play Skateboard like you would play Sword will severely limit your combat potential. As you might expect, Skateboard's potential is brought out most when he can use both his off board and on board moveset effectivley, as both have their strengths and weaknesses.
Although Skateboard's mobility options make it significantly easier to dodge most attacks, but he can't dodge everything. AoE/crowd control attacks are significantly easier to hit Skateboard with, and you should expect to take some damage from crossfire when barreling through a crowd of enemies. Be wary of classes with AoE attacks, and ensure that you are prepared to take a few hits when rushing through a crowd. Your mobility can also be used to reach certain points in the map faster than your opponents, this can help disrupt and distract enemies.
Skateboard's survivability hinges almost entirely on his movement speed, so remember to keep your momentum going as much as possible, especially when fighting. If you have no momentum for five seconds, you will be kicked off board. With a base walkspeed 35% slower than normal, being kicked off your skateboard in the middle of battle will often put you in an unfavourable position. Prioritize maintaining speed first, and once you have a good amount of speed, then focus on attacking. You can't deal any damage if you're dead!
Tricks are the most reliable way of keeping momentum, and should be used whenever available. Remember, you're not limited to just traditional skateboard spots; you can perform a trick off the edge of any flat, elevated surface! Get creative, and practice looking for unconventional trick spots. Your ability to identify good trick spots, even when they're not obvious, will often be the difference between dominating a fight or getting curbstomped by the opponent.
If you lose momentum and you're unable to perform a trick for one reason or another, another good option is to use your BOOST!! ability. This will give you a boost of speed based on how much you let the ability charge. Be careful though- as if you're hit during the abilities wind-up, you will be knocked off board and left incredibly vulnerable to enemy attacks.
When push comes to shove and you inevitably get knocked off your skateboard, you still have a few options. If your opponent is at low health, you may be able to finish them off with a few swings or a well-executed combo. If fighting seems too dangerous, you need to run. If available, you can use RUN!! to boost yourself out of danger, and possibly damage some opponents on the way out. Find a good place to hide behind cover or behind your teammates, stall until SWITCH!! is off cooldown (which takes 8s), and then get back to skating.
As for dealing damage, Skateboard does not boast a particularly high DPS, especially on board. Skateboard's intended attack strategy is not about crushing an opponent in a few hits- it's about dodging every attack, repeatedly chipping away at the enemy's health, overwhelming and distracting them until you or a teammate can finish them off. You can play as aggressively as you want, but note that dealing damage to an opponent will cause you to lose some speed. The more aggressively you play, the more speed you'll be losing, and losing too much momentum will make you an easier target. Weigh your options and consider how much risk you're willing to take to deal more rapid damage. Dealing damage on board is much safer but less effective, while dealing damage off board greatly increases Skateboard's DPS and combo potential, but comes with much higher risk.
Skateboard excels the most when supporting his team. On his own, he's easier to pick off. Combined with his low rate of damage on board, this can make him have a low impact on the game if played solely on board. But when Skateboard and a teammate are both attacking, Skateboard is upgraded from being a mild annoyance to being a relentless threat that never gives the enemy any room to breathe or find cover.
When playing Skateboard, target priority is incredibly important as it can determine whether you win or lose an encounter. While on board, scout for targets and deal passive chip damage to enemies in order to weaken them and prevent their shield from regenerating. Once an enemy has been weakened sufficiently or is in an unfavourable position, hold SWITCH!! to swing your board and deal a large burst of damage to finish off your enemy. If that doesn't kill them, follow up with a few attacks to get the job done (you can utilize BASH 'EM!! to stun an enemy and prevent them from escaping). When attacking off board be careful of your surroundings, as your enemy may try to lead you into their teammates as they escape.
His Phinisher is also more useful with teammates. Two seconds of Stun is very short when you're the only one taking advantage of it, because you'll be spending about half of that stun time stuck in the THE COOL, RAD, COFFIN!! animation and moving back to your opponent. It's best used when a teammate is waiting for a good attack window, as they can take full advantage of those two seconds. This doesn't mean your Phinisher should be used exclusivley when around teammates, though, as you can still take advantage of the Stun time. Activating it early with your primary and rapidly hopping off board allows you to get some solid hits in before they can fight back. THE COOL, RAD, COFFIN!! works best when combined with AoE or high-damaging moves such as Katana's Soul Splicer or Hyperlaser's Eviscerating Ray.
Off board:
On board:
Focused AoE damage or any form of Displacement is the bane of Skateboard, bringing him to a screeching halt and forcing him off board, where he's then forced to choose between running away to get a speed boost on foot, stalling until SWITCH!! becomes available, or fighting you head-on, of which the latter two risk taking unnecessary damage.
When trying to gain distance from a Skateboard player, try to get onto high ground that can only be reached via high jumps or going up steep slopes. Skateboard users will have a difficult time reaching these areas.
Reaching this overpass on a skateboard means going up an intensely steep slope and losing momentum.
Name | Icon | Description | Reward |
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vehicular manslaughter | kill an enemy with a trick | Title - SK8R!! Sticker - Skar Bar File:SkateboardSkarBar.png |
General:
Development:
Skins:
V0.4.5 - 31 December 2022
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