The world of The Battle Cats is filled with a vast array of units, each with its strengths and weaknesses. As you progress through the Story of Legends (SOL), understanding which cats to prioritize becomes crucial for victory. Among the Special Cats, Boogie Cat (often referred to as Samba Cat) stands out as an early game essential, while Brave Cat (sometimes called Sumo Cat) requires a more nuanced evaluation. This guide will delve into when to get Boogie Cat and Brave Cat, and how they fit into your early to mid-game Battle Cats strategy.
Boogie Cat: Your Early Game Meat Shield Savior
In the initial stages of SOL, especially before acquiring crazed cat variations, your defense line will heavily rely on meat shields. While Macho Cat and Wall Cat are your foundational units, they might not be enough to withstand enemy swarms. This is when to get Boogie Cat. Boogie Cat, obtainable early in the Special Cat gacha pool, serves as an excellent third meat shield.
Boogie Cat Meat Shield
The original article correctly highlights Boogie Cat’s (Samba Cat) value in SOL. Its cost-effectiveness and relatively quick recharge time allow for consistent deployment, bolstering your front line. While Kung Fu Cat might seem appealing due to its offensive capabilities, its high cost and slow attack animation make it less practical in the early game compared to the immediate defensive utility of Boogie Cat. Boogie Cat ensures your damage dealers have the breathing room they need to take down enemies.
Brave Cat (Sumo Cat): A Niche Meat Shield or a Pass?
Brave Cat, or Sumo Cat, is presented in the original article as a less desirable option, an “expensive meat shield” only to be considered if “desperate.” While it’s true that Brave Cat is more expensive than Macho Cat, Wall Cat, or Boogie Cat, completely dismissing it might be premature.
Brave Cat Expensive Meat Shield
Brave Cat does offer a slightly higher health pool than the basic meat shields before true forms are considered. However, its higher cost and slower recharge generally make it less efficient for general meat shielding purposes. Therefore, for most situations, especially early to mid-game, focusing on maximizing Macho Cat, Wall Cat, and Boogie Cat is more beneficial.
However, there might be niche situations where Brave Cat could be considered. If you find yourself consistently overwhelmed by slightly stronger early-game enemies and need just a bit more health on the front line before your economy is fully stable, Brave Cat could provide a temporary buffer. But, in most cases, investing in upgrading your core meat shields and acquiring Boogie Cat will be a more effective strategy.
Beyond Meat Shields: The Role of Basic Cats
The original article rightly points out the importance of other basic cats in your Battle Cats lineup:
- Giraffe Cat: Excels against Metal enemies, crucial in specific SOL stages and beyond.
- Dragon Cat: A vital long-range damage dealer, chipping away at boss HP.
- Sexy Legs Cat (and Salon Cat): Powerful damage dealers, especially effective when paired. The mention of Crazed Sexy Legs having shockwave is accurate and highlights its late-game potential.
- UFO Cat: Your first area attacker, becoming significantly better in its true form.
- Whale Cat: A strong anti-Red unit, though its short range is a drawback. Crazed Whale Cat rectifies this and adds critical hits, making it significantly superior.
- Titan Cat: Starts mediocre but becomes powerful with its true form, gaining shockwaves and increased HP.
These basic cats, alongside effective meat shielding provided by Macho Cat, Wall Cat, and crucially, Boogie Cat, form the backbone of your early to mid-game Battle Cats team.
Building Your Battle Cats Team: Flexibility is Key
As the original article correctly concludes, there is no single “perfect team” in Battle Cats. Team composition needs to be adapted based on the specific level and enemy types you face. However, the core principle of having 2-3 meat shields, including Boogie Cat for early to mid-game robustness, combined with strong damage dealers like Dragon Cat and Sexy Legs Cat, and situational units like Giraffe Cat and Whale Cat, will pave your path to victory through SOL. Prioritize getting Boogie Cat early to solidify your defenses and strategically consider Brave Cat only if absolutely needed in specific early encounters before you have a more developed cat lineup.
