2025 was a strong year for Brawl Stars. Supercell added a full wave of new brawlers, and the standout picks all shared one thing: a distinct identity instead of just another stat line. Looking back from 2026, several of them still shape the meta. This is a rundown of the ones worth knowing — and worth mastering.
Key takeaways
- The 2025 class leaned into unique mechanics — time manipulation, ammo shells, danger-based Super charging — rather than raw power creep.
- Alli and Gigi are the assassins that reward movement and smart chasing; Pierce and Mina demand mechanical precision.
- Trunk and Finx flip their roles — a tank that buffs allies, and a support that reshapes projectiles instead of chasing kills.
- Most of these brawlers are skill-expressive, so they stay relevant across balance patches.
- Want the whole 2025 roster unlocked and upgraded from day one? A loaded account skips the grind to get there.
Alli — Mythic assassin
Alli is a quick, sneaky fighter whose strength comes from hunting wounded foes. Her main attack, Swamp Swipe, is a short forward dash that damages enemies in its path — and when she moves through a bush, she leaps instead, gaining extra range and repositioning. Her Super, Stalker, drops her into stealth and makes her first attack hit harder against low-health targets. Add her traits — moving over water and gaining speed and range when enemies fall below half health — and you get a finisher who controls when and how a fight ends rather than one who just brute-forces kills.
Trunk — Epic tank
Trunk isn’t your average tank — he’s literally a tree, operated by ants, and his kit matches the absurdity. His primary is a spinning attack that deals more damage the farther the spin travels, like a planet-sized hedge trimmer. His Super is a dash that leaves ants behind, granting nearby teammates speed and defensive boosts. He’s slow, but in the right hands he’s both a frontline bruiser and a team buffer.
Finx — Time-bending support
Finx is one of the most unusual additions of the year: a Sphinx-themed brawler built around time control. His basic attack fires chronal projectiles that interact with other shots on the field — slowing enemy fire while speeding up allied projectiles they pass through. His Super, Time Warp, extends that effect across a zone. His gadget lets him rewind to a recent position and recover ammo after overextending. Finx doesn’t win fights directly — he reshapes them, rewarding foresight and team awareness.
Lumi — Dual Morning Star bomber
Lumi brings flair and thunder as one of the Mad Evil Manor trio. She attacks with dual morning stars that damage foes on both the throw and the recall, and her Super, Blast Beat, roots enemies with a heavy ground slam. Her gadgets and Star Powers layer on fiery zones or chilling slows, giving her real tactical range for a damage dealer.
Gigi — Mythic assassin with a twist
Added around Halloween 2025, Gigi turned heads with her cursed-puppet theme and teleport style. Her attack sends her into a spin that damages nearby enemies and speeds her up, and instead of charging her Super purely through damage, she gains charge by interacting with danger — weaving through enemy projectiles at close range. It’s a design that rewards players who can stay alive under pressure and punish chaos. (If you’re maining her, our full Gigi build guide breaks the loadout down in detail.)
Mina — Cyclone fighter
Mina’s core mechanic is a fixed attack cycle, with each swing differing in range, damage and control. Mastery comes from knowing which strike is coming next and positioning for it, rather than reacting on the fly. Her Super, Furacão 3000, caps the flow by launching enemies upward and scattering formations — especially strong in tight objective zones.
Pierce — Legendary piercing shooter
Pierce closed out the year as a Legendary brawler in late December, the first from the Sea Monsters Aquarium theme. His defining mechanic is his ammo-shell system: each shot leaves behind a shell that can be collected to instantly restore ammo or trigger follow-up pressure, rewarding deliberate positioning over constant firing. His Super marks enemies and enhances his follow-up shots, letting him sustain pressure across long fights instead of relying on burst.
How these brawlers compare
| Brawler | Class | What makes them unique | Strong in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alli | Assassin | Speed near wounded foes + stealth finishing | Gem Grab, Brawl Ball |
| Trunk | Tank | Ant buffs and a scaling spin attack | Heist, Showdown |
| Finx | Support | Buffs allies and slows enemy projectiles | Knockout, Gem Grab |
| Lumi | Damage | Dual stars + rooting Super | Heist, Hot Zone |
| Gigi | Assassin | Teleports and danger-based Super charge | Gem Grab, Showdown |
| Mina | Damage | Combo cycling + knock-up Super | Brawl Ball, Showdown |
| Pierce | Marksman | Ammo-shell economy + marking Super | Gem Grab, Bounty |
What the 2025 class changed
There’s something genuinely refreshing about this crop. Each brawler feels different to play, not just numerically stronger:
- Alli rewards smart chasing and finishing over raw DPS.
- Trunk turns a tank into a mobile team buffer.
- Finx manipulates the flow of a fight instead of chasing it.
- Gigi thrives on dodging and punishing movement.
- Pierce adds a reload dance that changes how poke wars play out.
If you played Ranked through 2025, you probably noticed it wasn’t a year dominated by a single broken pick. Instead, players explored matchups, counterplay and team composition more deeply — a healthy shift for a fast-paced mobile shooter.
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FAQ
Which 2025 brawlers are beginner-friendly?
Trunk and Lumi are the easiest to pick up thanks to straightforward engagement patterns. Gigi, Mina and Pierce demand more — good movement, timing and mechanical precision — so they punish mistakes while you’re learning them.
Did any 2025 brawler change the meta significantly?
Yes, but mostly in quieter ways. Finx nudged play toward timing and projectile control, Pierce reshaped ammo management, and Alli encouraged smarter finishing over reckless chasing. It was evolution, not a single meta-flipping release.
Which new brawler is best in Showdown?
Alli and Gigi feel the most comfortable solo. Alli’s speed boosts make chasing and escaping easier, while Gigi’s movement-focused kit rewards dodging and positioning — both big advantages when you can’t rely on teammates.
Are these brawlers still worth it in 2026?
Most are. Because the 2025 class was built around mechanics rather than raw power, they’ve aged well through balance patches. The skill-expressive picks — Pierce, Gigi, Mina — stay rewarding to master long-term.
How do I unlock all of them quickly?
Progression takes time through the normal Trophy and Brawl Pass economy. If you’d rather skip ahead, a ready-made account can come with the 2025 roster already unlocked and upgraded.
