Brawl Stars Willow Guide

Willow

Controller Mythic

Willow works as a gondoliera in the Swamp of Love. She gives couples in search of a romantic evening the creepiest, most unsettling time they could imagine.

Stats

Level 1

Health 2800

Movement Speed Normal

Attack

Damage 10

Range Long

Reload Speed Slow

Super

Range Long

Brawl Stars Willow Guide: Introduction

Brawl Stars Willow is a Mythic controller brawler known for her disruptive and strategic playstyle. She uses her primary attack, Lantern’s Curse, to deal damage over time and slow enemies, making her highly effective in controlling chokepoints. Her Super, Hex, lets her take control of enemy brawlers temporarily, turning them against their own team. Although fragile and slow to reload, Willow thrives by maintaining distance, controlling space, and using her Super at critical moments. When played with patience and precision, she can dismantle enemy strategies and shift the momentum in her team’s favor.

Controller

Brawl Stars Willow Guide: Skills and Abilities

Attacks

Attack Lantern’S Curse

Willow lobs her lantern, dealing damage over time to enemies hit.

Super Hex

Willow fires a single tadpole towards an enemy brawler, fully healing them and taking control over their mind if it hits. Willow can use the basic attack of the enemy brawler and move them as she pleases. Mind control breaks after 4 seconds or when the brawler reaches 30% HP.

Gadgets

Spellbound

Willow’s next Lantern’s Curse deals 300 more damage and applies the entire damage instantly rather than over time.

Dive

Willow dives for 2 seconds, becoming untargetable but unable to take any action for the duration.

Star Powers

Love Is Blind

Lantern’s Curse also reduces reload speed of affected brawlers by 30%.

Obsession

Hexed enemies gain 33% movement speed while mind controlled.

Brawl Stars Willow Guide: Gears

Selecting the right gear enhances Brawl Stars Willow’s strengths and helps her adapt to different matchups and game modes. Each gear provides a unique advantage, whether it’s increasing her damage output, improving survivability, or enhancing mobility. Understanding when to equip each gear can significantly impact her overall performance.

⚔️ Gear Pick Rates

GEAR PICK RATES

Shield

32%

Damage

26%

Health

14%

Vision

11%

Gadget Charge

10%

Speed

*pick % from 65 builds

Brawl Stars Willow Guide: Hypercharge

Brawl Stars Willow’s Hypercharge, Psychic Safety, grants her a powerful invulnerability effect upon landing her Super, Hex. Once activated, Willow becomes immune to all damage for a few seconds or until the Hex is broken. During this time, she also gains increased movement speed, enhanced damage, and a shield boost, making her significantly more threatening and harder to counter while controlling an enemy.

Hypercharge

Buffs while Hypercharged:

Super

Willow gains an invulnerability shield on landing her Hex. She remains shielded until the Hex is broken.

Damage

+25%

Speed

+24%

Shield

+5%

Brawl Stars Willow Guide: Strengths and Weaknesses

Brawl Stars Willow is a Mythic controller brawler known for her unique crowd-control mechanics and disruptive playstyle. Her ability to slow enemies, deal damage over time, and temporarily control enemy brawlers gives her a strategic edge in objective-based modes. However, Willow’s effectiveness hinges on positioning and timing, and her low survivability makes her vulnerable in direct engagements. Below are three key strengths and weaknesses that define Willow’s performance in the arena.

Strengths

Exceptional Crowd Control

Willow’s basic attack not only deals damage over time but also creates a puddle that slows enemies. This allows her to control chokepoints, stall pushes, and disrupt enemy formations in modes like Hot Zone and Gem Grab.

Game-Changing Super

Her Super, Hex, lets her control an enemy brawler for a brief period. This ability can completely flip a fight by forcing a key opponent to waste their Super, walk into danger, or attack their own teammates.

Strong in Objective Modes

With her zoning tools and control-oriented gameplay, Willow thrives in maps where area denial is crucial. She can pressure enemies from a distance, support teammates, and hold ground effectively without relying on high burst damage.

Weaknesses

Low Durability

Willow has very low health, making her an easy target if caught out of position. Aggressive or high-burst brawlers can quickly eliminate her before she can apply pressure or charge her Super.

Slow Reload and Damage Output

Her attack has a delay and low burst potential, making it hard for her to win direct duels. Missing shots or failing to zone properly can leave her exposed and ineffective.

Super Requires Precision

While her Super is powerful, it’s also tricky to use effectively. It only works on brawlers below a certain health threshold and requires careful timing and positioning, limiting its impact in fast-paced or chaotic situations.

Brawl Stars Willow Guide: Best Game Modes

Brawl Stars Willow excels in control-heavy environments where she can zone enemies and manipulate the battlefield. Her best performances are in Duo Showdown, Brawl Ball, and Hot Zone, where her utility and crowd control abilities shine the most.

Game Mode	Win Rate	Use Rate	Rank Score
Duo Showdown	81%	0.72%	63
Brawl Ball	65.9%	0.46%	48.7
Hot Zone	61%	0.28%	42.2
Knockout	57%	0.31%	40.4
Showdown	45.4%	0.29%	33
Gem Grab	39.5%	0.07%	25.1
Bounty	31.3%	0.10%	20.8
Wipeout	15.4%	0.09%	11
Heist	10.9%	0.06%	7.7

Brawl Stars Willow Guide: Best Maps

Brawl Stars Willow excels on maps that favor control, spacing, and disruption. Her slowing puddles and mind-control Super thrive in environments with tight lanes or dense terrain. These maps allow her to manipulate enemy movement and secure long-term area control for her team.

Map	Win Rate	Use Rate	Rank Score
Fishing Bed	69%	2.45%	90.4
Super Beach	71.4%	1.70%	76.9
Feast or Famine	100%	0.55%	71
Rockwall Brawl	54.6%	1.85%	69.7
Flying Fantasies	100%	0.29%	65.8

Brawl Stars Willow Guide: Skins

Brawl Stars Willow has a small but varied skin collection that adds extra flair to her eerie design. From rare to epic, each skin offers a unique theme that reflects her creepy charm, ranging from desert scorpions to demonic power. Here’s a breakdown of all her available skins.

Skin	Cost	Theme/Category
Default	Free	—
Axl	29 Gems or 1000 Bling	Misc Skin
Scorpion	79 Gems or 2750 Bling	Wasteland Skin
Demon	Free (Demonic Drops) or 149 Gems or 5000 Bling	Angels vs. Demons Skin
True Silver	10000 Coins	True Silver Skin
True Gold	25000 Coins	True Gold Skin

Brawl Stars Willow Guide: Best Builds

Brawl Stars Willow thrives when paired with abilities that enhance her survivability and crowd control. Her top-performing build emphasizes disruption and safety, giving her more tools to manipulate enemies while staying out of danger. Below is the most effective combination of Gadget, Star Power, and Gears for Willow.

Name	Slot	Description
Dive	Gadget	Willow dives for 2 seconds, becoming untargetable but unable to take any action for the duration.
Love Is Blind	Star Power	Lantern’s Curse also reduces reload speed of affected brawlers.
Shield	Gear 1	Gain extra Health as a consumable shield that regenerates when at full health.
Damage	Gear 2	Deal extra damage when your Brawler is below 50% health.

Brawl Stars Willow Guide: Final Thoughts

Brawl Stars Willow is a strategic control brawler who excels at disrupting enemy movement and zoning opponents. Her damage-over-time attacks and slowing puddles pressure enemies over time, while her Super, Hex, can temporarily control enemy brawlers for powerful plays. However, she is fragile and reloads slowly, making positioning and careful targeting essential. Willow struggles against fast or long-range opponents but shines in objective-based modes where her control tools can dominate. With smart Hex usage and tactical awareness, she becomes a formidable asset in the right hands.

Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)

🕯️ How does Willow’s Super, Hex, work and when should I use it?

Willow’s Super, Hex, lets her temporarily control an enemy brawler, forcing them to move and attack under your command. It’s best used on high-impact enemies like damage dealers or tanks near objectives. Timing is crucial—use it when the enemy is grouped or vulnerable to maximize disruption. Try not to waste it on low-health targets or those too far from the fight.

🕯️ What are Willow’s biggest strengths in gameplay?

Willow excels at controlling choke points, slowing enemy pushes, and zoning opponents from objectives. Her Lantern’s Curse deals damage over time and creates puddles that slow enemies, which helps in map control. Her Hex can shift fights instantly by turning enemies against each other. She’s perfect for strategic players who enjoy indirect pressure and battlefield manipulation.

🕯️ What are Willow’s main weaknesses?

Willow has low health and a slow reload speed, making her vulnerable in close-range duels and against fast assassins. Missing shots punishes her more than most brawlers. She also struggles against long-range threats that can hit her before she gets in range. Staying behind cover and relying on her puddles and teammates for protection is key.

🕯️ Which game modes is Willow best suited for?

Willow performs best in Hot Zone, Brawl Ball, and Gem Grab—modes that reward area control and disruption. Her slowing puddles and zoning abilities can stall enemy advances or break up coordinated pushes. In these modes, she can safely charge her Super, control key spaces, and make game-changing plays with well-placed Hexes.

🕯️ How do I counter Willow effectively?

To counter Willow, use high-mobility or long-range brawlers like Mortis, Edgar, or Piper. Keep your distance and avoid lingering in her puddles. Interrupt her Hex if possible or focus her quickly before she can charge it. Map awareness and strong positioning help mitigate her control, especially if you can force her out of cover or separate her from teammates.