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Explosive Caltrops

Evade backwards while spreading explosive caltrops that slow and damage enemies that trigger them.

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TL;DR

Explosive Caltrops offers strong kiting and zoning potential, allowing you to control space and punish chasing enemies with its damaging slow effect.

Low damageAoE
Instant castPow!
Standard cooldown18 sec
Short range15 yds
Decent controlSlow
Great mobilityDisengage

Strengths

  • Powerful 60% slow makes it easy to kite and create distance

  • Damage on trigger punishes enemies for chasing and forces them to respect the caltrop zone

Weaknesses

  • Short range and backflip direction can make it tricky to use in enclosed spaces

  • 18 second cooldown means you need to use it strategically to get full value

Guides

  • How to use Explosive Caltrops in Plunderstorm

    How to use Explosive Caltrops in Plunderstorm

    With its powerful slow and damaging trigger effect, Explosive Caltrops is a tremendously versatile ability that can turn the tide of battle in many situations.

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