Brawl Stars Finx guide: best build, tips and tricks
Pro guide for Finx—the time-bending Brawler. Learn how to make the most of Finx’s abilities with expert strategies to win every Brawls Stars match.
Table of Contents
Key takeaways:
- Finx is a Mythic Brawler, now available in Starr Road.
- Best build: Back to the Finxture gadget. Hieroglyph Halt Star Power. Gadget Cooldown Gear.
- Most important abilities: Super and Back to the Finxture gadget.
- Important tip: master the technique of firing six consecutive shots by taking advantage of Back to the Finxture for a major damage boost and fast Super recharge.
Finx is the latest brawler introduced in Brawl Stars, available to all players through the Starr Road since March 6. His unique abilities let you slow down opponents, speed yourself up, and even rewind time during matches. In this guide, we’ll explore exactly how Finx’s powers work and how to select the most effective build. We will also give you practical tips and strategies to help you master playing Finx in Brawl Stars.
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How to get Finx
Since March 6, Finx is available to all players through Starr Road. As a Mythic Brawler, he’s on the expensive side. Here’s a quick breakdown of how much Finx will cost you.
| Currency | Cost |
|---|---|
| Credits | 1900 |
| Credits (first Brawler) | 950 |
| Gems | 349 |
| Gems (first Brawler) | 175 |
Best Finx build
Best Finx gadget: Back to the Finxture.
Best Finx Star Power: Hieroglyph Halt.
Gear:
- Gadget cooldown is a must-have to enhance the already powerful Back to the Fixture ability.
- Health is also a great choice, as Finx has a high amount for a Controller-class Brawler.
- Damage is always a solid option, as more firepower is universally beneficial.
Finx’s stats and abilities guide
Let’s take a closer look at Finx’s stats and abilities. He has a solid amount of health and deals good damage, but nothing overpowered or game-breaking.
Finx’s basic movement speed is 720 (normal).
Health
He doesn’t have tank-level health, but for a Controller-class Brawler, Finx is quite durable.
| Level | Health |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3600 |
| 2 | 3960 |
| 3 | 4320 |
| 4 | 4680 |
| 5 | 5040 |
| 6 | 5400 |
| 7 | 5760 |
| 8 | 6120 |
| 9 | 6480 |
| 10 | 6840 |
| 11 | 7200 |
Attack
Finx’s attack consists of three projectiles, with the main one dealing the most damage. If you equip the Hieroglyph Halt Star Power or the No Escape Gadget, only the primary projectile will activate their effects.
His main attack has a range of 8.33 and a reload time of 1.6 seconds. These are solid stats for a ranged attack, but you can enhance both its damage and projectile speed significantly by using Super.
| Level | Main damage | Sides damage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 900 | 450 |
| 2 | 990 | 468 |
| 3 | 1080 | 540 |
| 4 | 1170 | 585 |
| 5 | 1260 | 630 |
| 6 | 1350 | 675 |
| 7 | 1440 | 720 |
| 8 | 1530 | 765 |
| 9 | 1620 | 810 |
| 10 | 1710 | 855 |
| 11 | 1800 | 900 |
Super
It takes nine attacks to fully charge Finx’s Super, which is quite a lot, but the payoff makes it worth the effort.
When activated, Finx’s Super for 7 sec creates an area of effect with multiple powerful effects:
- Finx’s attacks deal 30% more damage.
- The projectile speed of both Finx and his teammates increases by 30%.
- Enemy projectiles slow down by 75%.
Most of the time, Finx prefers to stay near his Super, either close to it or directly inside it. This strategy significantly boosts Finx’s damage output and greatly enhances the player’s accuracy due to the increased projectile speed. Additionally, it helps recharge the next Super much faster. Finx remains relatively safe within the Super’s area. The slowed enemy projectiles make them easier to dodge. Of course, this tactic is most effective against ranged attacks.
Finx’s Super is incredibly powerful and serves as the primary reason this Brawler stands out. So don’t waste it.
Gadgets
Choosing a Gadget for Finx is an easy decision—Back to the Finxture is simply too strong.
It’s the second major reason why Finx is such a powerful brawler, providing incredible versatility in combat. There are several ways to take full advantage of this gadget:
- Ammo reload: Fire all three shots in quick succession, then activate Back to the Finxture to instantly regain them. This lets you unleash six shots in rapid succession, which nearly fully charges your Super.
- Dodging enemy Supers: Use Back to the Finxture to evade the most devastating enemy abilities.
- Quick repositioning: If your positioning is compromised, you can activate Back to the Finxture just to retreat safely.
No Escape isn’t a bad option, but it’s nowhere near as game-changing as Back to the Finxture. It can be useful against tanks or in certain metas, but we don’t recommend it at the moment.
For an effective strategy, try following up a successful freeze with a second attack immediately after the enemy unfreezes to land an easy hit.
Star Powers
Both Star Powers are well-balanced. They don’t offer anything overpowered or unfair, so you can freely choose the one you prefer. Feel free to experiment and see what works best for you.
For the best build, we recommend Hieroglyph Halt. Its effect might not be immediately noticeable, and in the middle of a fight, you might not always feel it working. However, your opponent certainly will. A 30% slowdown in reload speed is a significant impact, making enemy Brawlers less effective. When combined with your Gadget and Super, the difference becomes even more pronounced.
Primer is a solid choice as well. While inside your Super’s area, landing attacks become easier, giving you a slight boost to Super’s duration. That said, the effect isn’t game-changing—you won’t be able to extend your Super indefinitely just by using Primer. The additional 0.25 seconds of duration is minor, even if you manage to land multiple hits.
Finx pro tips
Let’s talk about how to play Finx, where to use him, his best and worst matchups.
How to play Finx
- Utilize Back to the Finxture to instantly restore your ammo. The best way to optimize this is by firing all three shots in succession and immediately activating Back to the Finxture. This also significantly accelerates your Super charge rate.
- Keep Back to the Finxture available to escape tough situations, especially against melee Brawlers who can quickly close the gap. It’s also a great tool for dodging various Supers, so always be aware of when to use it defensively.
- Avoid holding onto your Super for too long without using it. It’s a flexible ability that can be useful in any situation. If there are no incoming projectiles to dodge, activate it for the added damage and accuracy boost. This will also help recharge it faster.
- Finx is an excellent 1v1 fighter in many cases, so don’t hesitate to take on solo engagements when the opportunity arises.
Best and worst matchups
- Finx thrives against Brawlers that rely on single projectiles. When his Super is active, he becomes nearly untouchable against them, easily avoiding their attacks. Another set of favorable matchups includes Brawlers with slower AoE attacks or precision-based Supers, as he can effortlessly evade their abilities with Back to the Finxture.
- However, Finx struggles against Brawlers who don’t use projectile attacks and those who can rapidly close the distance. In such cases, Back to the Finxture is his only means of escape, but it isn’t always reliable. Hard counters include some Tank Brawlers like Bibi and Assassins like Mortis, who can overwhelm him before he has a chance to retreat.
Best and worst Game modes for Finx
Finx has an extreme performance range in different Game modes. In some, he feels overpowered, while in others, he struggles to contribute effectively. There is rarely a middle ground for him.
Maps with walls and grass are generally unfavorable for Finx.
- Best Game modes for Finx:
- Gem Grab
- Brawl Ball
- Hot Zone
- Clearing Duty
- Worst Game modes for Finx:
- Heist
- Bounty
- Knockout.
Conclusion
That’s everything we wanted to share about the latest time-traveling Brawler. We hope you achieve great success with Finx and secure plenty of victories. However, don’t be discouraged if you struggle at first—Finx isn’t the easiest Brawler to master, and it takes time to get used to his unique playstyle. If you’re still finding it difficult to reach your goals, consider trying out our Brawl Stars carry services to give you a helping hand.
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