Barley
Robot bartender · Bottle-throwing artillery
Barley is an artillery brawler, a robot bartender who deals area damage by throwing bottles. His attack leaves an area that burns for a short time where it lands; that is why he is played less for direct hits and more for blocking the paths and narrow chokepoints opponents have to cross. Because he can throw over walls, he can apply pressure safely from behind cover.
Barley stats
| Health (Lvl 11) | 5,400 |
|---|---|
| Attack damage (Lvl 11) | 1,600 (+ burn damage) |
| Range | Long |
| Reload | Slow |
| Super | Last Call (5 bottles, wide area) |
Stats can change with game updates; check the game for exact values.
Role: Lobs area and precision shots from behind cover and walls.
How to unlock Barley
Barley is a Rare brawler; you can unlock him by collecting Credits on the Starr Road or from Starr Drops. He is a character you can reach early in the game, ideal for learning area control (artillery) play.
Attack and Super
Undermine
Throws a bottle that ignites when it hits the ground. The bottle leaves an area that burns for a short time; its real strength is less about direct hits and more about blocking the path the enemy has to step on. It can be thrown over walls.
Last Call
Throws several bottles at once, creating a wide, long-lasting burning area. It is used to lock down a whole zone, keep opponents away from the objective or clear out bushes.
Star Powers
Medical Use
Barley recovers part of his health with every attack; he heals even if he misses. It improves his durability and keeps him standing in long duels.
Extra Noxious
Increases the damage per second of Barley's attack. It raises the total damage of the burning area and makes his zone denial more dangerous.
Gadgets
Sticky Syrup Mixer
Leaves a sticky mixture; the puddle slows every enemy that steps into it. Ideal for delaying a fleeing opponent or locking down an area.
Herbal Tonic
Throws a healing potion to nearby allies; the area it creates restores health every second. It gives the team extra support to stay alive.
Barley tips and strategy
- Barley relies on area denial more than direct aiming; block the narrow paths opponents have to cross and the objective zones with bottles.
- You can throw over walls and obstacles; stay behind cover and deal damage safely.
- Use his Super, Last Call, to make the Gem Grab center, a Hot Zone or the Brawl Ball goal completely off-limits.
- His health is low; if assassins and tanks get close, slow them down with Sticky Syrup Mixer and make some distance.
- Medical Use boosts survival and Extra Noxious boosts area damage; in aggressive team comps, Extra Noxious stands out.
Common questions
How do you unlock Barley?
Barley is a Rare brawler you can unlock by collecting Credits on the Starr Road or from Starr Drops. He is available early in the game.
Is Barley a good brawler?
Yes; he is one of the strongest brawlers in the game at area control (zoning). Because of his low health, he needs good positioning and distance management.
What is the best Barley Star Power?
Medical Use is the pick for survival and Extra Noxious for more area damage; most players start with Medical Use.
Which modes is Barley good in?
He is very effective in modes where zone control matters, such as Gem Grab, Hot Zone and Brawl Ball.
What do Barley's Gadgets do?
Sticky Syrup Mixer leaves a puddle that slows enemies; Herbal Tonic creates an area that heals teammates.