If you love speed, style, and high-risk high-reward gameplay, then Mortis is your perfect pick in Brawl Stars.

He’s not just fast, Mortis is a master of ambush attacks, quick escapes, and clutch plays that turn battles around.

But unlocking Mortis’s true potential takes more than just dashing forward.

In this full guide, we’ll walk you through everything skills, builds, strategies, modes, and pro tips so you can dominate matches and truly master Mortis.

📋 Who is Mortis? (Character Overview)

Trait	Details
Class	Assassin
Rarity	Mythic
Health (Max Level)	5600
Movement Speed	Very Fast
Main Attack	Shovel Swing (Dash Attack)
Super Ability	Life Blood (Vampire Bats for damage + healing)
Hypercharge	Blood Boomerang (Super bats return for double damage/heal)

Mortis thrives when picking off squishy enemies, stealing objectives, and surprising teams.
He’s slippery, tricky to hit, and absolutely deadly in the right hands.

⚔️ Mortis’s Complete Abilities Breakdown

🏹 Main Attack: Shovel Swing

Mortis dashes forward while swinging his shovel, damaging any enemy he passes through.

• Dash distance: Medium (chargeable with Star Power)
• Attack reload: Slower than most brawlers (important to manage carefully)
• Usage: Attack, dodge bullets, escape — Mortis’s dash is multi-purpose.

Tip: Don’t spam dash! Chain attacks wisely to stay alive longer.

🧛‍♂️ Super Ability: Life Blood

Mortis summons vampire bats that fly in a straight line.

• Damage: Bats deal damage based on Mortis’s current attack power.
• Healing: Heals Mortis for each enemy hit.
• Range: Long enough to snipe backliners.

Pro Tip: Use Super after you dash into enemies — not before!

🌪️ Hypercharge: Blood Boomerang

In 2025, Mortis’s Hypercharge transforms his Super:

• After hitting enemies, bats return to Mortis.
• He can heal twice — once when bats go out, once when they return.
• Perfect for 1v3 clutch fights.

Extra: Hypercharge also gives him Speed and Shield boosts when activated!

🛠️ Best Mortis Build (Gears, Star Powers, Gadgets)

Choosing the right setup turns Mortis from a glass cannon into a nightmare for enemies.

📜 Best Star Powers

• Coiled Snake (Best overall)
  → Mortis’s dash charges faster, letting you reach enemies from farther away.
• Creepy Harvest (Good for showdown)
  → Instantly heal 1800 HP after every enemy kill.

Recommendation: Use Coiled Snake for most modes for faster attacks and repositioning.

🧪 Best Gadgets

• Survival Shovel (Must-have)
  → Increases reload speed by 50% for 4 seconds.
  Use it before diving into fights to maximize damage output!
• Combo Spinner (Backup gadget)
  → Mortis spins his shovel, damaging enemies around him.
  Good for finishing low-HP enemies after a dash.

🔥 Best Gears

• Damage Gear:
  → +15% extra damage when below 50% HP (common during Mortis dives).
• Shield Gear:
  → Gives extra shield for better survivability.

✅ Advanced Tip: Also consider the Bat Storm Mythic Gear (increases bat speed by 50%) to land Supers easier!

🗺️ Best Game Modes for Mortis

⚽ 1. Brawl Ball (Absolute Best)

Mortis is almost built for Brawl Ball:

• Dash to steal the ball.
• Break enemy defenses.
• Score lightning-fast goals.

Tactic: Keep one ammo shot ready to dash through enemies and break towards the goal.

💎 2. Gem Grab

Mortis shines by:

• Sniping enemy gem carriers.
• Quickly grabbing dropped gems.
• Escaping safely after pickups.

Tip: Don’t carry all the gems yourself — assist teammates!

🧨 3. Knockout

Mortis is lethal in Knockout:

• Pick off isolated snipers and throwers early.
• Dash, finish, and reposition without getting hit.

Warning: Avoid facing brawlers with heavy area control like Spike or Gene.

🎯 Mortis Matchups: Who He Counters and Who Counters Him

Strong Against	Weak Against
Piper	El Primo
Dynamike	Frank
Bea	Tara
Tick	Spike
Sandy	Nita

✅ Plan your attacks:
Always know if the enemy team has counters before diving.

🧠 Advanced Mortis Techniques (Pro Tips)

1. Dash-Reload-Dash Cycle:
   • Dash → Wait for reload → Dash again.
   • Never spam 3 dashes instantly unless guaranteed kills.
2. Super Baiting:
   • Fake a dive, dash out, bait enemy Supers, then return.
3. Hypercharge Combos:
   • With Blood Boomerang, you can dive deeper and still escape fully healed.
4. Wall Surfing:
   • Hug walls during dashes to reduce hit risk and surprise enemies.

💬 Common Mistakes New Mortis Players Make

• Overextending Alone:
  Don’t dash into 3 enemies thinking you’re immortal — Mortis needs timing.
• No Ammo Left:
  Always save 1 dash for retreat. Empty reload = death.
• Ignoring Teammates:
  Mortis isn’t a solo god. Support your team’s control efforts.

Meta Mortis Builds (2025 Season 21 Update)

(This section gives extra “future-proof” SEO power — very few competitor guides update for latest seasons!)

🛠️ Meta Mortis Build (April–May 2025 Meta)

• Star Power: Coiled Snake
  → Longer dash range = better ambushes and escapes.
• Gadget: Survival Shovel
  → Faster reload is critical for multi-kill situations in today’s faster meta.
• Gears:
  • Damage Gear (Boosts offense under pressure)
  • Shield Gear (Extra tankiness helps against brawlers like Pearl, Maisie)
• Hypercharge: Blood Boomerang
  → Blood Boomerang is meta-essential. Without it, Mortis struggles to heal in heavy DPS fights.

Best Game Modes in Meta:

• Brawl Ball
• Knockout
• Gem Grab

Counter Picks to Watch Out For:

• Maisie
• Buster
• Chuck

💡Pro Tip:
In Season 21, Mortis players should focus on ambushing weaker support brawlers first (like Cordelius, Byron) before engaging tanks or sharpshooters. Prioritize survivability over flashy plays!

🏆 Final Verdict: Should You Master Mortis?

YES — if you love high-skill, high-reward gameplay.
Mortis rewards players who think fast, move smart, and know when to strike.
He’s not easy, but once mastered, Mortis can carry entire matches on his own.

Whether you’re stealing gems, scoring last-second goals, or soloing squads in Knockout, Mortis is a thrilling experience few brawlers can match.

✅ Learn him.
✅ Practice dashing.
✅ Watch your enemies fall.