Hey there, Trailblazers! With the dust from Penacony starting to settle, all eyes are on the horizon for version 2.2. I've been diving deep into the latest leaks and official info, and let me tell you, the excitement for our upcoming five-star gunslinger, Boothill, is absolutely electric. It's been a couple of years since his initial tease, and finally getting all these details feels like hitting the jackpot. So, grab a seat, and let me walk you through everything we know about this unique member of the Galaxy Rangers.
First things first, who is this guy? Well, picture this: a cyborg cowboy with a heart (or a processor?) of gold, utterly devoted to the Aeon Lan, the embodiment of the Hunt. That's Boothill for you. He's not your average lawman; he's part of the Galaxy Rangers, an organization that roams the cosmos bringing justice to those who threaten the peace across planets. What I love most about him is his personality. Despite what must be a pretty tough life, the leaks describe him as having an unshakably positive mindset. He's the type to see the silver lining even when his circuits are glitching. His design is pure space-western cool—a large black hat, classic Western boots, and that iconic single-action revolver. Oh, and let's not forget his cyborg arm, which I'm sure transforms into something spectacular mid-fight.
Now, let's get into the meat of it: his kit. As a five-star character on the Path of the Hunt, you'd expect him to be a single-target powerhouse, and the beta leaks confirm he delivers just that, but with a fantastically flavorful twist. His entire playstyle revolves around a unique mechanic called the Standoff state. Imagine a classic cowboy duel—it's just him and one chosen enemy in a tense face-off. During this Standoff, Boothill gains an attack buff and starts generating special bullets called Pocket Trickshot. You get these bullets by either defeating the enemy in this state or by inflicting the Weakness Break effect on them. It's a high-risk, high-reward playstyle that perfectly fits his theme.
Here’s a quick breakdown of his main abilities to give you a clearer picture:
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Basic Attack (Skullcrush Spurs): A straightforward Physical damage hit.
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Skill (Sizzlin' Tango): This is the core! Boothill challenges a single enemy to enter the Standoff state. Whoever gets attacked during this duel takes extra damage. It sets up everything.
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Ultimate (Dust Devil's Sunset): A powerful single-target nuke that deals big Physical damage, inflicts Weakness Break for two turns, and delays the enemy's action. This is your key to triggering those Pocket Trickshot stacks.
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Talent (Five Peas in a Pod): This passive is where the magic happens. It powers up his Enhanced Basic Attack (which he can use in Standoff). More importantly, if you use this Enhanced attack on an enemy who is already in the Weakness Broken state, Boothill unleashes additional Physical Break Damage for every stack of Pocket Trickshot he has. The potential for massive break damage here is insane!
This synergy makes him look like a fantastic sub-DPS or even a main breaker for endgame content like Memory of Chaos and Pure Fiction, where nuking down a tough boss is crucial. To ascend him, you'll want to start farming IPC Work Permit, Credits, Shards of Desires, and Tatters of Thought.
| Name | Boothill |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Five-star |
| Path | Hunt |
| Light Cone | Sailing Towards A Second Life |
| Element | Physical |
| Key Role | Single-Target / Break Effect Sub-DPS |
Speaking of his gear, his signature Light Cone, Sailing Towards A Second Life, seems tailor-made for him. This five-star Hunt cone reportedly boosts two stats he loves: SPD and Break Effect. Faster turns mean more duels, and higher Break Effect amplifies the devastating damage from his Talent. If you're planning to pull for him, saving for his weapon banner might be a great idea. Ascending it will require materials like Destined Expiration and Meteoric Bullet.
So, when can we saddle up and recruit this cosmic cowboy? All signs point to version 2.2, where he's expected to ride in alongside another highly anticipated five-star character, Robin. They'll be featured on time-limited banners that require those precious Special Rail Passes. While we don't know if he'll be in the first or second phase of the update yet, one thing's for certain: the galaxy's about to get a whole lot more interesting with Boothill on our crew. I, for one, can't wait to see his story unfold and test his duelist skills in battle. 🤠✨