Colette Brawl Stars Advanced Guide 2025

Colette is an Epic damage dealer in Brawl Stars with a unique Tax Collector theme – her attacks deal a percentage of the enemy’s health. Unlike flat-damage sharpshooters, Colette’s scaling damage makes her a late-game tank killer: she “destroys tanks” but “struggles to finish off low-health enemies”. This Colette Brawl Stars advanced guide covers her abilities, gadgets, and best strategies. You’ll learn how to maximize her Taxing Shot and Time to Collect Super, choose the right star powers and gadget, and handle common counters. By mastering these tips and strategies, you’ll turn Colette into a game-winning asset.

Image: Colette Brawl Stars character with her signature Taxing Shot and gadgets. Colette’s kit revolves around percentage-based attacks. Her main shot deals 37% of the target’s current HP, making her especially deadly against bulky brawlers. In the following sections we break down Colette’s stats, abilities, gadgets, and advanced play tactics so you can take full advantage of her scaling damage and outplay your opponents. Whether you’re a Colette main or just curious about this unique Brawler, this guide will help you elevate your gameplay.

Colette Overview:

Colette is an Epic rarity Damage Dealer in Brawl Stars. She was first introduced in Season 3 (Starr Park) and can be unlocked via the Starr Road (925 Credits) or as a Brawl Pass reward. Her signature mechanic is percentage damage: both her attack and super deal damage based on enemy health. Here are her key traits at a glance:

• Class & Rarity: Epic Damage Dealer (Tax Collector theme).

• Attack Type: Taxing Shot – long-range projectile that does 37% of the enemy’s current health.

• Super: Time to Collect – dash forward and back, dealing 20% of each enemy’s max HP per hit. Can hit the same target twice (for 40% total) if aimed well.

• Strengths: Excels at shredding high-HP targets (tanks, bosses). Her damage scales, so every hit on a full-health enemy is enormous.

• Weaknesses: Poor burst on low-HP targets. Glass cannons like Piper or Tick can outrange and outdamage Colette when she’s alone.

• Unlock: Colette was a Tier-30 Brawl Pass reward in Season 3 (Starr Park), but you can now get her on Starr Road for 925 credits (requires a Super Rare unlocked first).

Colette has moderate health (for an Epic) and relies on smart positioning. She isn’t as fast as some brawlers, but her Super dash provides a huge burst of mobility. Overall, she’s a high-risk, high-reward brawler – perfect for players who love landing precise, percentage-based shots.

Attack – Taxing Shot and Scaling Damage:

Colette’s Taxing Shot is unique: it scales with the enemy’s health. Each shot deals 37% of the target’s current HP. In practice, this means:

• A shot on a full-health Frank (34,800 HP) deals about 12,876 damage (37% of 34,800) before reductions.

• Against an object or “special” target (like the Heist safe or a turret), she deals double her minimum damage. For example, her 1000 minimum becomes 2000 on the safe at max level.

• Colette always has a base minimum damage that scales with her level, so she can finish off targets if 37% of their health falls below that threshold.

However, the flip side of scaling is that Colette struggles to finish off weak enemies. As the Brawl Stars Wiki notes, “Colette’s attack…deal[s] low damage to low-health targets like Piper, Meg, or Tick”. In short:

• Strong vs. Tanks: Every hit on a tanky Brawler (e.g. El Primo, Frank, Rosa) or a high-HP objective hits hard.

• Weak vs. Glass Cannons: If an enemy is already below ~50% health, Colette’s percentage damage becomes small. She often needs allies or a gadget to finish them.

To visualize Colette’s attack effectiveness:

• Example Targets: A full-health El Primo (9500 HP) takes ~3515 damage per shot. A full-health Rosa (10,950 HP) takes ~4051.

• Special Targets: Hitting the Heist safe or Turrets counts as a special, so Colette doubles her damage against them. This makes her dangerous on the safe in Heist, for example.

Key takeaways about Taxing Shot:

• Deals 37% of enemy HP per hit.

• Stacks bonus vs. objectives: Double damage to Heist safes, turrets, etc.

• Min damage fallback: She still has a flat minimum per level, so she can chip at wounded foes, but often can’t one-shot a low-HP brawler.

• Tip: Always aim to land Taxing Shot on the fullest-health enemy first. Let teammates cleanup finishers if needed.

Super – Time to Collect and Star Powers:

Colette’s Super – Time to Collect – is a fast dash forward and back. When activated, she charges through enemies, dealing percentage damage twice (once forward, once returning):

• Damage: 20% of each enemy’s max HP per dash. If you hit a target on the forward dash and the return, you deal a total of 40% of their max HP. At max level, that’s 2000 + 2000 = 4000 vs special targets.

• Range: Very long. Colette will dash to max range unless stopped by a wall. She can even cross water or platforms.

• Double-Hit Setup: Aim so that the same enemy is caught on both sides of the dash. For example, pressing Super near a corner or wall can let Colette hit twice. Two quick hits both at 20% = 40% – often enough to nearly delete a tank and instantly recharge her Super.

Since Super damage also benefits from level scaling, at max level a single Colette Super can shave off huge chunks of the safe in Heist. As one guide notes, “Colette is top-tier [in Heist] – her Super deals huge damage to the safe, especially with Hypercharge”.

Colette’s Star Powers enhance her Super or survivability:

• Push It: Enemies hit by Colette’s dash are knocked to the farthest point of her dash. This means you can push foes away (or back into walls), interrupting their actions. Great for crowd control – e.g. pushing opponents off a gem or out of the goal lane in Brawl Ball. Push It also ensures that if you dash through a wall and hit an enemy, they’re guaranteed to get double-damaged on exit.

• Mass Tax: Using her Super gives Colette a shield – a 20% damage reduction for 5 seconds, plus an extra 10% per enemy hit (up to 100% total). In practice, if she dashes through 3 enemies and hits all, she might end up with a 50% shield for 5 seconds. This makes Colette much more durable after diving in, especially useful in team fights or when taking out the safe

Hypercharge – Teen Spirit: (2025 update) Colette’s hypercharge “Teen Spirit” creates a spirit shadow that follows her Super and replays it. In effect, Hypercharged Colette deals double Super damage and recharges even faster. This means under Hypercharge she can chain Supers extremely quickly – for example, hit a safe or turret once, quickly recharge and hit again.

Gadgets: Gotcha! and Na-ah!

Colette has two gadgets, each with a clear use-case:

• Gotcha! – 5 seconds of lifesteal: For the next 5 seconds, Colette heals herself for 80% of the damage she deals. This is her best survival tool. Since Colette does more damage vs high-HP targets, Gotcha! shines when she’s trading blows with tanks. Activating it right before diving or while taking fire effectively turns those risky engagements into sustain trades. The heal only applies against enemy Brawlers (not turrets). Use Gotcha! when you’re about to commit – it can let you outlive opponents in close fights.

• Na-ah! – Bonus Burst: Her second gadget gives her next shot a flat +1500 damage (at max level). This helps Colette finish off low-health foes that her percentage damage can’t kill. For example, if an enemy is at very low HP, using Na-ah! on the next attack can secure the kill. It also provides a strong burst for catching key targets. However, since it’s a one-shot effect, Gotcha! is generally more versatile. Use Na-ah! to catch runners or break through a final sliver of health.

Best Usage: Gotcha! is usually the go-to gadget for sustaining in lane and trading with tanks. Na-ah! is a clutch finisher for high-risk burst (e.g. surprising a healer or securing a kill on a fleeing enemy).

Builds – Star Powers, Gadgets & Gears:

Choosing the right build is key to Colette’s success. A balanced “tanky DPS” build is often best:

• Star Power: Mass Tax is generally preferred because the shield makes Colette much tougher after dashing. Use Push It situationally in modes like Brawl Ball (to push enemies off the ball) or if you need extra control.

• Gadget: Gotcha! almost always. It grants massive lifesteal for trades. Na-ah! can be taken if you’re confident you’ll land the finishing shot, but generally Gotcha! offers more consistent value.

• Gear 1: Damage Gear (+15% damage when below 50% health) – this is great for clutch fights. When Colette’s low, her percent shots still hit hard, and this gear turns her into a late-fight monster.

• Gear 2: Shield Gear (+900 HP rechargeable shield) – gives Colette extra survivability when diving or escaping.

• Hypercharge: Teen Spirit (built-in). Enables Colette’s spirit dash, doubling her Super damage. Hypercharge mode is a huge power spike – it can quickly melt objectives or wipe teams if used with caution.

A typical Colette build might be: Mass Tax star power, Gotcha! gadget, Damage Gear 1, Shield Gear 2, Teen Spirit Hypercharge. With this setup Colette can dive tanks, heal from the battle, then chain into another Super safely.

Advanced Tips and Strategy:

Playing Colette effectively is all about smart targeting and timing. Here are key tips for making the most of her kit:

• Focus High-HP Targets: Always prioritize tanks and full-health enemies. Colette’s Taxing Shot shines on whoever has the most health. For example, firing at a Frank or Bull will deal massive damage. Remember: she “thrives against tanks and full-health targets – but struggles to finish low-health enemies”. Let your team help kill the weakened foes she softens.

• Basic Attack then Super: In a fight, land a basic shot first, then follow with your Super. Since her Super only does 20% per hit, pre-chipping an enemy with a shot makes it easier to finish them off with the dash. For instance, hit a high-HP brawler once, then Super for the kill. This combo maximizes damage output.

• Use Gotcha! Wisely: Activate Gotcha! before diving or when you’re under fire. The 80% lifesteal can completely swing trades in your favor. For example, if you see an opening on a tank, pop Gotcha! and engage – the healing will often outscale the damage you take. Gotcha! is also great if you need to carry gems or the ball and survive.

• Walls and Corner Super: Colette’s Super can hit twice if aimed cleverly. If an enemy is near a wall or in a tight corridor, dash through them at an angle so they get hit going out and back. Two hits = double damage and instant Super refund. Use maps like Snake Prairie or Siege where walls are abundant to exploit this.

• Push It for Control: With the Push It star power, Colette becomes a mini-controllable wall. In modes like Heist or Brawl Ball, use your Super to push enemies off objectives or away from allied goals. For example, in Heist you can Super into the enemy safe and push the defenders back, giving your team easy shots.

• Mind Hypercharge: Hypercharged Colette is extremely dangerous. Save Teen Spirit for moments you can wipe out multiple enemies or quickly take an objective. For example, in Heist you might Hypercharge and land back-to-back safes hits. In 3v3, avoid using it just to chase a lone enemy; wait for grouped targets.

• Positioning: Stay at mid-range when possible. Colette is not a short-range brawler – she excels from a distance where she can safely chip at tanks. Avoid close-range brawlers with burst Supers (Shelly, Spike, etc.), as they can one-shot or trap Colette before she even reacts.

• Use Cover and Angle: Peek from cover and snipe with Taxing Shot. If you’re behind an obstacle, you can bait enemies into standing still and then pummel them with your long-range shots.

By following these tips and practicing her timing, you’ll fully leverage Colette’s unique strengths. She rewards players who think strategically rather than spraying bullets.

Best Game Modes for Colette:

Colette’s performance varies by mode, but she excels in objective modes where high-HP targets or structures are key:

• Heist (5/5): Top pick. Colette’s percent damage allows her to melt the safe. Even without supers, her Taxing Shots eat away at the safe’s health. With her Super (especially Hypercharged), she can often take a safe from full to zero in just a few moments. Mass Tax and shield gear also help her survive the enemy’s defense.

• Siege (5/5): Excellent. The IKE turret and enemy bots are high-HP targets. Colette can pressure them from long range, and her Super/P ush It can knock enemies off-position. Her Push It is great for disrupting enemy control of the siege boss.

• Brawl Ball (4/5): Strong. She can control the lanes with her dash, pushing opponents away from the ball or the goal. Gotcha! helps her survive pushes. She’s often used as a lane controller (mid-lane in a 3-2 setup).

• Hot Zone (4/5): Strong. She can hold zones by continuously dashing enemies out. Push It helps clear the area, and chain Supers can suppress clustered opponents.

• Gem Grab (4/5): Good. Colette is an unconventional mid. She can zone tanks out of mid with her percentage shots and sustain with Gotcha! while holding gems. Remember to stay safe from flankers.

• Knockout / Solo Showdown (3/5): Situational. In Showdown or 3v3 Knockout, she can weaken groups but is vulnerable once low on ammo or health. She needs caution; avoid going all-in unless you know you have backup.

• Big Game (3/5): Decent as a Beast. As the Big Brawler, her Super and gadgets make her tough to corner.

• Bounty/Tribute (3-4/5): Flexible. Play her like an assassin against one high-value target, or use Super for rotation.

In short: Colette shines in modes with tanks, bases or bosses (Heist, Siege). She is moderate in open 3v3 modes and riskier in solo modes. Always consider the enemy composition – if they have many high-HP Brawlers, it’s Colette time.

Counters and Synergies:

Counters: Colette’s weaknesses are long-range snipers and agile assassins:

• Glass Cannons / Snipers: Brawlers like Piper, Brock, Bea can outrange Colette. They can safely poke her or use gadgets (e.g. Nani’s teleport, Brock’s gadget shield) to avoid her shots. For example, Piper’s Super can take Colette out before Colette can land enough hits.

• High Mobility: Fast, low-HP brawlers such as Crow or Leon can dodge Taxing Shot and quickly burst Colette down. Their speed allows them to weave around Colette’s attack rhythm.

• Turrets and Spawnables: Mr. P’s Porters and Jessie’s turret absorb shots, denying Colette damage. Since Taxing Shot must hit a target to deal damage, these spawnables can block her fire.

• Knockback and Pushing: Brawlers that push Colette (e.g. Gale, Jacky) can throw off her aim.

How to Counter Colette: If facing Colette, use a long-range or evasive brawler. Steady poke her from afar or bait out her Super. When she dives with Super, try to retreat or have teammates ready. Capitalize on her cooldowns – after she uses Super, she’s vulnerable. Also, remember her heals are only from Gotcha, so her lifesteal window is limited. If Colette goes down, she deals much less damage.

Synergies: Colette works well with:

• Healers: Allies like Poco or Byron keep her alive while she chips.

• Tanks: A friendly tank can soak shots or body-block so Colette can hit the juicy target behind.

• Finishers: Pair her with a high burst (Colt, Piper) who can finish off what Colette softens.

• Control: Brawlers who can lock down an area (e.g. Frank, Rosa walls) make it easier to land Colette’s shots.

FAQs

Q: How do I unlock Colette in Brawl Stars?
A: Colette is an Epic Brawler. She was originally a Tier 30 reward on the Starr Pass (Starr Park theme). Now you can unlock her on the Starr Road for 925 Credits (if you get the Epic in your path). She may also appear in special shop bundles occasionally.

Q: Is Colette good in 2025 meta?
A: Yes, Colette is still strong when used correctly. She “thrives in matchups against high-health enemies” and is very rewarding to master. The May 2025 balance update even buffed her Super (now 6 projectiles at 200 damage each). She remains a top pick in Heist and a solid choice in any tank-heavy lineup.

Q: Which Star Power and gadget should I pick for Colette?
A: For general play, Mass Tax (shield on Super) and Gotcha! (lifesteal) are the go-to choices. Mass Tax keeps Colette alive after dashing, and Gotcha! sustains her in fights. You can swap to Push It or Na-ah! situationally (Push It for extra control in Brawl Ball, Na-ah! for killing power on low-HP foes).

Q: What is the best Colette build?
A: A common build is Mass Tax, Gotcha!, Damage Gear (Gear 1) and Shield Gear (Gear 2), with Hypercharge Teen Spirit. This gives a balance of offense (big damage vs tanks) and defense (heals and shields).

Q: Which Brawlers counter Colette?
A: Colette struggles against long-range sharpshooters and agile heroes. Brawlers like Piper, Brock, or Bea can outrange or dodge her shots. Fast assassins like Crow or Leon also avoid and burst her. Also watch out for enemy turrets (Mr. P, Jessie) which block her shots. If facing Colette, pick someone who can whittle her from afar and avoid her Super.

Conclusion:

Mastering Colette Brawl Stars is all about embracing her unique playstyle. Focus on high-HP targets, use her percentage-based damage to the fullest, and activate gadgets at the right moment. Keep moving, use cover, and save her Super for team fights or objectives. Remember, balance updates in 2025 (like increased Super projectiles) mean Colette’s power can shift, so stay updated. With practice, Colette’s devastating combos and tank-crushing potential will make her a nightmare for the enemy team.

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