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List of known [[Character Tech|movement tech]] for '''Viscous'''. | List of known [[Character Tech|movement tech]] for '''Viscous'''. | ||
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{{TechCard | {{TechCard | ||
|name=Puddle Punch Boosting | |name=Puddle Punch Boosting | ||
|file= | |file=Viscouspuddlepunchboost.mp4 | ||
|tech_type=Character Tech | |tech_type=Character Tech | ||
|difficulty=Advanced Easy | |difficulty=Advanced Easy | ||
|inputs=Jump/fall off → ''Puddle Punch'' | |inputs=Jump/fall off → ''Puddle Punch'' | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|tech_type=Character Tech | |tech_type=Character Tech | ||
|difficulty=Advanced Easy | |difficulty=Advanced Easy | ||
|inputs=Dash → ''Puddle Punch'' | |inputs=Dash → ''Puddle Punch'' | ||
}} | }} | ||
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Since ''Puddle Punch'' affects your teammates, other players on your team can also use Dash ''Puddle Punch''; this can set up gank parties and large escapes. However, your enemies can also use Dash ''Puddle Punch'' for their own movement (they do still take the regular damage). | Since ''Puddle Punch'' affects your teammates, other players on your team can also use Dash ''Puddle Punch''; this can set up gank parties and large escapes. However, your enemies can also use Dash ''Puddle Punch'' for their own movement (they do still take the regular damage). | ||
'''Wall Punch Dashing''' is considered a staple of advanced Viscous movement, and usually sets up movement sequences. The technique is useful in all stages of the game; during laning phase you can effectively move around the map quicker for ganks; during mid-game this can lead to fast rotates and easy chases, and during late-game this can be used as an escape tool with your team. | |||
{{TechCard | {{TechCard | ||
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|tech_type=Character Tech | |tech_type=Character Tech | ||
|difficulty=Advanced Hard | |difficulty=Advanced Hard | ||
|inputs=''Puddle Punch'' → Walk onto air vent → ''Goo Ball'' (optional) | |inputs=''Puddle Punch'' → Walk onto air vent → ''Goo Ball'' (optional) | ||
}} | }} | ||
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If you are in ball form, you travel further and faster. This can be done by either upgrading to the tier 3 upgrade and using Puddle Punch while in ball form, or timing Puddle Punch before activating Goo Ball. | If you are in ball form, you travel further and faster. This can be done by either upgrading to the tier 3 upgrade and using Puddle Punch while in ball form, or timing Puddle Punch before activating Goo Ball. | ||
'''Air Vent Puddle Boosting'''<ref>AKA Jump Pad Puddle Boost</ref> can allow for large cross lane traversal. By chaining these boosts across multiple air vents, you can travel large swaths of distance, or even the entire map. | |||
{{TechCard | |||
|name=Leap Launch | |||
|file=viscouspuddlepunchairvent.mp4 | |||
|tech_type=Character Tech | |||
|difficulty=Advanced Hard | |||
|inputs=''Puddle Punch'' → wait 433 ms→ ''Majestic Leap'' | |||
}} | |||
=== Leap Launch === | |||
A Leap Launch combines the momentum of ''{{ItemIcon|Majestic Leap}}'' with a Puddle Punch to gain extra distance and air control. When combined with other mechanics such as The Cube Slope Acceleration, a Leap Launch allows you to travel across the map faster than any other known method, though this comes at the cost of multiple cooldowns. | |||
The main challenge with performing a Leap Launch is timing. The optimal delay between activating Puddle Punch and ''{{ItemIcon|Majestic Leap}}'' is 433 ms, which will result in a Leap Launch every time. However, even activating just 10 ms early or late results in a small chance of failure, causing you to go the normal distance for ''{{ItemIcon|Majestic Leap}}''. In practice, a delay between 405 and 450 ms will result in a successful Leap Launch the majority of the time. | |||
==== Leap Launch Practice ==== | |||
The simplest way to practice the timing for performing a Leap Launch is to enter the "Explore NYC" game mode. Then set a metronome to 139 bpm (138.568 bpm to be precise) and activate Puddle Punch and ''{{ItemIcon|Majestic Leap}}'' on consecutive beats. The delay between beats at 139 bpm is very close to the ideal 433 ms, making it easy to learn the activation timing. Alternatively, the 1998 hit electronic song [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwZm4LZxeeI Lollipop (Candyman) by Aqua] also has an appropriate beats per minute. | |||
== The Cube == | == The Cube == | ||
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{{TechCard | {{TechCard | ||
|name= | |name=Slope Acceleration | ||
|file=Viscousslopeaccel.mp4 | |file=Viscousslopeaccel.mp4 | ||
|tech_type=Character Tech | |tech_type=Character Tech | ||
|difficulty=Advanced Easy | |difficulty=Advanced Easy | ||
|inputs=''The Cube'' | |inputs=''The Cube'' | ||
}} | }} | ||
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Slope Acceleration can be useful in conjunction with pre-defined rollouts; Slope Acceleration can allow for extremely fast traversal and rotations to predefined locations on the map. However, the usage of ''The Cube'' (an extremely powerful support ability) can limit the usefulness of this technique. | Slope Acceleration can be useful in conjunction with pre-defined rollouts; Slope Acceleration can allow for extremely fast traversal and rotations to predefined locations on the map. However, the usage of ''The Cube'' (an extremely powerful support ability) can limit the usefulness of this technique. | ||
{{TechCard | |||
|name=Rescue Beam Cube Slide | |||
|file=Rescuebeamslide.mp4 | |||
|tech_type=Character Tech | |||
|difficulty=Advanced Easy | |||
|inputs=''Cube'' ally → Rescue Beam → 180º turn → Pull Rescue Beam | |||
}} | |||
=== Rescue Beam Cube Slide === | |||
Viscous can ''Cube'' an ally, activate {{ItemIcon|Rescue Beam}}, then turn his back to the ''Cube'' before pulling Rescue Beam. This allows Viscous to "slide" by being pushed by the ''Cube'' with low friction. | |||
{{TechCard | |||
|name=Rescue Beam Cube Flight | |||
|file=Rescuebeamcube.mp4 | |||
|tech_type=Character Tech | |||
|difficulty=Advanced Medium | |||
|inputs=''Cube'' ally → Double Jump / Wall Jump → Rescue Beam → Pull Rescue Beam | |||
}} | |||
=== Rescue Beam Cube Flight === | |||
Viscous can jump over an ally encased in ''The Cube'' and pull them with {{ItemIcon|Rescue Beam}} to fly upwards. Since ''The Cube'' cannot be climbed, Viscous can wall-jump or double jump on top of it. However, the potential flight distance is limited by Viscous' ability to stay on top of ''The Cube'' (it's easy to fall off due to the low friction) and ''The Cube's'' short duration (which can be extended with {{ItemIcon|Duration Extender}} and {{ItemIcon|Superior Duration}}). Viscous can more easily stay on top of ''The Cube'' if it is placed next to a wall. | |||
== Goo Ball == | == Goo Ball == | ||
''Goo Ball'' is Viscous’ fourth and ultimate ability. Upon activation, you inflate into a large ball and move forwards at a constant velocity | ''Goo Ball'' is Viscous’ fourth and ultimate ability. Upon activation, you inflate into a large ball and move forwards at a constant velocity<ref>Note that strafing does not increase velocity like normal movement; you will '''always''' move at this velocity</ref>. ''Goo Ball'' has a radius of ''1.4'' m, or ''55'' units<ref>"abilities.vdata", "viscous_goo_bowling_ball", "BallRadius"</ref> and an hurtbox of ''1.8'' m, or ''70.9'' units<ref>"abilities.vdata", "viscous_goo_bowling_ball", "BallHitRadius"</ref>. The radius increases with ''+Ability Range''. | ||
Upon activation, you will start accelerating to ''445±1'' u/s over the course of a second. While in ''Goo Ball'' form, you have limited turning controls and are forced to always move forwards. You are able to accelerate to ''792.50'' u/s over the course of three seconds by holding (by default) M1, sacrificing turning control for speed. Upon hitting a wall, you pause for a split second then rebound off; if you were accelerating beforehand, you will have to accelerate back up to peak speeds from your base speed. | Upon activation, you will start accelerating to ''445±1'' u/s over the course of a second. While in ''Goo Ball'' form, you have limited turning controls and are forced to always move forwards. You are able to accelerate to ''792.50'' u/s over the course of three seconds by holding (by default) M1, sacrificing turning control for speed. Upon hitting a wall, you pause for a split second then rebound off; if you were accelerating beforehand, you will have to accelerate back up to peak speeds from your base speed. | ||
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While in ball form, you are able to [[Jump]]. You are also able to Air Jump without using [[Stamina]]. | While in ball form, you are able to [[Jump]]. You are also able to Air Jump without using [[Stamina]]. | ||
While in ball form, you can use other abilities and items. This allows for more complex movement techniques. | |||
{{TechCard | {{TechCard | ||
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|tech_type=Character Tech | |tech_type=Character Tech | ||
|difficulty=Advanced Easy | |difficulty=Advanced Easy | ||
|inputs=''Goo Ball'' → ''The Cube'' | |inputs=''Goo Ball'' → ''The Cube'' | ||
}} | }} | ||
=== Cube Turnaround === | === Cube Turnaround === | ||
By using ''The Cube'' while in ''Goo Ball'', then cancelling, your previous momentum will be reversed (e.g. if you are moving forwards, then use ''The Cube'', afterwards you will move backwards). | By using ''The Cube'' while in ''Goo Ball'', then cancelling, your previous momentum will be reversed (e.g. if you are moving forwards, then use ''The Cube'', afterwards you will move backwards). | ||
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|tech_type=Character Tech | |tech_type=Character Tech | ||
|difficulty=Advanced Hard | |difficulty=Advanced Hard | ||
|inputs=''Goo Ball'' → ''Puddle Punch'' → Bounce → ''Majestic Leap''| | |inputs=''Goo Ball'' → ''Puddle Punch'' → Bounce → ''Majestic Leap''| | ||
}} | }} | ||
=== Frogpunch === | === Frogpunch === | ||
''Majestic Leap'' | ''{{ItemIcon|Majestic Leap}}'' is a [[Vitality]] [[item]]. The active ability of this item allows you to leap into the air, then quickly descend. | ||
By rolling in ''Goo Ball'', casting ''Puddle Punch'' onto a wall, bouncing off the wall then quickly using ''Majestic Leap'', you can leap much further into the air than normal. This is called a | By rolling in ''Goo Ball'', casting ''Puddle Punch'' onto a wall, bouncing off the wall then quickly using ''Majestic Leap'', you can leap much further into the air than normal. This is called a '''Frogpunch'''. To execute this, you need to upgrade ''Goo Ball'' to its third upgrade, which allows you to use other abilities and items while in ball form. | ||
To execute, cast ''Goo Ball'', and start accelerating. Be near a wall and cast ''Puddle Punch'' on it in preparation. Bounce off the wall, use ''Majestic Leap'', then get punched by ''Puddle Punch''. The timing for the Frogpunch is tight. You have to bounce off the wall, cast ''Majestic Leap'' | To execute, cast ''Goo Ball'', and start accelerating. Be near a wall and cast ''Puddle Punch'' on it in preparation. Bounce off the wall, use ''Majestic Leap'', then get punched by ''Puddle Punch''. The timing for the Frogpunch is tight. You have to bounce off the wall, cast ''Majestic Leap''<ref>Majestic Leap should be timed to match the moment of bouncing off the wall.</ref> and then get hit by Puddle Punch, in that order. | ||
This can be useful for traversing large distances or rotating; you can travel nearly half of the map using a single Frogpunch. | This can be useful for traversing large distances or rotating; you can travel nearly half of the map using a single Frogpunch. | ||
{{TechCard | {{TechCard | ||
|name=Magic Carpet Goo Ball | |name=Magic Carpet Goo Ball | ||
|file= | |file=Viscousmagiccarpet.mp4 | ||
|tech_type=Character Tech | |tech_type=Character Tech | ||
|difficulty=Advanced Easy | |difficulty=Advanced Easy | ||
|inputs=''Goo Ball'' → ''Magic Carpet''| | |inputs=''Goo Ball'' → ''Magic Carpet''| | ||
}} | }} | ||
=== Magic Carpet Goo Ball === | === Magic Carpet Goo Ball === | ||
''Magic Carpet'' | ''{{ItemIcon|Magic Carpet}}'' is a [[Spirit]] [[item]] that allows the user to cast a magic carpet for 8 seconds, allowing you to fly around the map. | ||
By casting ''Magic Carpet'' while in the ball, you are able to be in ''Goo Ball'' and ride the carpet at the same time. | |||
Riding the ''Magic Carpet'' while in ''Goo Ball'' form does have some advantages: | Riding the ''Magic Carpet'' while in ''Goo Ball'' form does have some advantages: | ||
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To execute, cast ''Goo Ball''. After ballooning to ball size, use ''Magic Carpet''. After the cast time of ''Magic Carpet'', you should still be in ball form but be riding the carpet. | To execute, cast ''Goo Ball''. After ballooning to ball size, use ''Magic Carpet''. After the cast time of ''Magic Carpet'', you should still be in ball form but be riding the carpet. | ||
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