Penny

Controller Super Rare

Penny doesn’t care about studying old maps or puzzling over sea shanty riddles. She’s a pirate so she can blow stuff up and grab whatever she wants!

Stats

Level 1

Health 3200

Movement Speed Normal

Attack

Damage 980

Range Normal

Reload Speed Slow

Super

Cannon Health 3400

Cannon Damage 1200

Range Short

Brawl Stars Penny Guide: Introduction

Brawl Stars Penny is a long-range controller who specializes in zoning enemies and supporting her team with sustained area denial. Her main strength lies in using her Super to deploy a cannon that continues attacking enemies even after she’s defeated, forcing opponents to reposition or take damage. Though she has low health and moderate movement speed, Penny excels at keeping enemies at bay with her splash damage and cannon utility, making her a powerful support Brawler when played from a safe distance. With the right positioning and timing, she can control the battlefield and shift the momentum of a match.

Controller

Brawl Stars Penny Guide: Skills and Abilities

Attacks

Attack Plunderbuss

Shoots out a pouch of fool’s gold. If the pouch hits an enemy, it bursts and coins pepper targets behind the first enemy.

Super Old Lobber

Penny sets up her cannon! It can shoot at enemies at a long range, over cover and setting the ground on fire.

Gadgets

Salty Barrel

Penny drops a barrel of salt that blocks enemy projectiles. She can also use it to burst her own gold pouches.

Trusty Spyglass

Penny’s cannon blasts at every visible enemy position within range.

Star Powers

Heavy Coffers

Penny’s gold pouches burst with a 100% wider cone after each hit.

Master Blaster

Penny’s cannon deals 686 damage and knocks back nearby enemies on landing.

Epic Gears

Epic Gear: Pet Power

Pet power increased by 25%.

⚔️Gear Pick Rates

Brawl Stars Penny’s Pet Power, an Epic Gear, significantly enhances her cannon’s damage and the fire damage from her cannonballs, making her super ability, Old Lobber, even more formidable. This gear is crucial for increasing Penny’s effectiveness at range, adding pressure on opponents. When combined with her Hypercharge, Pet Power further amplifies her cannon’s power. While Pet Power is the preferred gear for most players, other options like Damage, Shield, and Speed can be viable depending on playstyle.

GEAR PICK RATES

Pet Power

34%

Shield

25%

Speed

8%

Health

3%

Damage

24%

Vision

3%

Gadget Charge

2%

*pick % from 61 builds

Brawl Stars Penny Guide: Hypercharge

Brawl Stars Penny’s Hypercharge, New Lobber, greatly boosts her Super by deploying a larger cannon that fires two flaming cannonballs, doubling its damage and enhancing area control. While Hypercharged, she also gains increased damage, speed, and a shield, improving both offense and survivability. This upgrade makes her especially powerful in control-based modes like Gem Grab and Hot Zone.

Hypercharge

Buffs while Hypercharged:

Super

Penny deploys a bigger cannon that shoots 2 cannonballs at a time instead of 1.

Damage

+25%

Speed

+26%

Shield

+5%

Brawl Stars Penny Guide: Strengths and Weaknesses

Brawl Stars Penny, as a controller-class brawler, has a unique set of strengths and weaknesses that define her role in Brawl Stars. Mastering these aspects is crucial for maximizing her potential in battles and understanding how to counter her when facing off against her.

Weaknesses

Low Base Damage

Slow reload and weak basic attack without cannon support make her struggle in direct fights.

Cannon Reliance

If her cannon is destroyed or placed poorly, her impact drops significantly.

Vulnerable to Aggression

Fast, tanky, or assassin-type brawlers can close in and take her out quickly.

Brawl Stars Penny Guide: Best Game Modes

Brawl Stars Penny excels in game modes that reward area control and zone pressure, thanks to her cannon and splash damage. She performs best in Gem Grab, Hot Zone, and Duo Showdown, where her zoning tools and Hypercharge can dominate the battlefield.

Game Mode	Win Rate	Use Rate	Rank Score
Duo Showdown	74.5%	1.17%	68.1
Gem Grab	56.6%	3.57%	105.3
Brawl Ball	55.1%	0.55%	44
Hot Zone	41.0%	3.55%	95.6
Bounty	48.3%	0.99%	48.8
Heist	37.8%	1.70%	56.7
Wipeout	37.5%	1.56%	53.7
Showdown	35.4%	0.15%	24.2
Knockout	31.3%	0.47%	28.2

Brawl Stars Penny Guide: Best Maps

Brawl Stars Penny performs well on maps that support her area control and long-range attack style. Maps like Dueling Beetles, Deathcap Trap, and Ring of Fire align well with her strengths in controlling key areas and dealing splash damage.

Map	Win Rate	Use Rate	Rank Score
Dueling Beetles	49.8%	4.74%	124.7
Deathcap Trap	57.1%	4.52%	124.7
Ring of Fire	37.4%	4.55%	113.4
Safe Zone	43.4%	4.07%	107.5

Brawl Stars Penny Guide: Skins

Brawl Stars Penny has an exciting range of skins that offer unique visual upgrades for players who enjoy customizing their brawlers. From festive skins like Lil Helper to the powerful True Gold, there are plenty of options to suit different tastes. These skins can be obtained through various means, including event rewards, ranked rewards, and the Brawl Pass.

Skin Image	Skin	Cost (Gems/Bling)	Theme
	Robo	29 Gems or 1000 Bling	CyberBrawl skin
	Dark Bunny	29 Gems or 1000 Bling (after Bunny Penny)	Bunny Brigade skin
	Lil Helper	79 Gems (Event)	Brawlidays skin
	Bunny	79 Gems or 2750 Bling	Bunny Brigade skin
	Smuggler	149 Gems or 5000 Bling (Event)	The Worst Bunch skin
	Moon-Curser	Free (Ranked Starr Drops) or 149 Gems	The Worst Bunch skin
	Pop	Free from Presents or 199 Gems	Come Play With Us! skin
	True Silver	10000 Coins	–
	True Gold	25000 Coins	–
	Trash Panda	Brawl Pass, 149 Gems or 5000 Bling	Brawl-o-ween skin

Brawl Stars Penny Guide: Best Builds

Brawl Stars Penny has a variety of gadgets, star powers, and gears that can be used to enhance her capabilities in different scenarios. Below are the most effective build options to help you maximize her strengths on the battlefield.

Build Option	Type	Effect
Salty Barrel	Gadget	Blocks enemy projectiles and can burst her own gold pouches, providing strategic utility and defense.
Heavy Coffers	Star Power	Increases the width of Penny’s gold pouches by 100%, improving her area control and splash damage.
Pet Power	Gear 1	Boosts pet power by 25%, enhancing Penny’s ability to control the battlefield with her cannon.
Shield	Gear 1	Grants an extra 900 health with a regenerating shield, improving Penny’s survivability in combat.

Brawl Stars Penny Guide: Conclusion

In conclusion, Brawl Stars Penny is a strategic controller brawler that thrives when played with precision. Her ability to control areas with her cannon and deliver splash damage with her main attack makes her a valuable team asset. To maximize her potential, players should focus on strategically placing and protecting her cannon, utilizing splash damage effectively, and adjusting their play style based on the game mode. Penny excels when paired with supportive teammates, and while she has vulnerabilities, such as her susceptibility to sharpshooters and the need to protect her cannon, a skilled player can mitigate these challenges with thoughtful strategy and execution.

Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)

🔍What makes Penny a good brawler in Brawl Stars?

Penny is a versatile controller brawler, excelling in area control and splash damage. Her cannon, when deployed, can control critical zones of the map, providing long-range support while her main attack hits multiple enemies at once. This makes her particularly effective in modes like Gem Grab and Hot Zone.

🔍How do I use Penny’s cannon effectively?

To get the most out of Penny’s cannon, deploy it in areas with strategic value, such as behind cover or in choke points. Protect it by positioning it safely and making sure your team can help defend it. The cannon’s long-range fire and ground fire effect can be game-changing when used correctly.

🔍When should I use Penny’s Hypercharge: New Lobber?

Penny’s Hypercharge should be activated as soon as possible after acquiring it. This enhances her cannon, allowing it to fire two cannonballs instead of one, dramatically increasing its damage and area control. Timing and positioning are key to maximizing its impact on the battlefield.

🔍What are Penny’s biggest weaknesses?

Penny struggles against fast, aggressive brawlers like tanks or assassins who can quickly close the distance and put pressure on her. Her cannon is also vulnerable to destruction, and without it, her combat capabilities are limited. Additionally, her main attack has a slow reload time, making her less effective in direct combat.

🔍Which gadgets and star powers are best for Penny?

Penny’s best gadgets are Salty Barrel for blocking enemy projectiles and Heavy Coffers for a wider splash damage cone with her attack. Her star powers, Heavy Coffers and Master Blaster, complement her playstyle by enhancing her damage and providing knockback, making her more effective at both controlling space and dealing damage.