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The Banana Guard is a beloved character fromAdventure Timethat has found its way into the crossover platform fightMultiVersus. AlthoughMultiVersushas pulled out obscure characters from the Warner Brothers archive, few predicted Banana Guard would make it to the full-release roster. Despite the characters' oafish nature, Banana Guard is one of the game’s premier bruisers.
Season 1 ofMultiVersusis finally here. After the brief early access period in 2022, players can now finally experience the full game and expanded roster. Bruisers make up most of the characters inMultiVersusso far and have a stacked lineup. Although Shaggy, Batman, and Jake the Dog have emerged as popular bruisers in this category, Banana Guard offers a unique playstyle that easily ranks him at the top of the archetype. If you’re trying to unlock or play Banana Guard, here’s what you need to know.
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How To Unlock Banana Guard In MultiVersus
Banana Guard is one of the easiest characters inMultiVersusto unlock. At the time of writing, the best way to unlock Banana Guard is tolog in toMultiVersusfor two consecutive days.This is an active daily challenge that rewards you with the Banana Guard fromAdventure Time after logging in on the second day. To qualify for this free character, you do not need to load up any game, as you only need to reach the main menu screen to count as a daily login.
There’s no telling how long the Banana Guard will remain as the daily login reward, so it’s best to attempt to get this character for free during the first week. If the Banana Guard is taken off as the challenge reward,you will likely need to purchase him in the character Shop. Every character inMultiVersusSeason 1costs 1,000 Gleamium or 3,000 Prestige Points. So long as you have either amount, you can purchase any character you wish.
All Banana Guard Moves In MultiVersus
The Banana Guard has a surprisingly useful set of moves inMultiVersus. This characterpromotes range above all else, with his spear being the longest-range melee attack in the game. Most basic attacks use this range advantage, while Specials are used for closing gaps, breaking armor, or knocking back opponents. Banana Guard has no projectiles inMultiVersus, so it’s best for players who are comfortable fighting at close to mid-range distance. Below are all the current moves for Banana Guard inMultiVersus.
(Sweet Kick) Sends out a straight kick.
Side Attack
(Stay Back!) Banana Guard thrusts his spear forward for three consecutive strikes.
(Spear Splitter) A forward spear slash.
Up Attack
(For the Candy Kingdom!) Banana Guard raises his spear as an attack.
(Point End) Banana Guard thrusts his spear directly upward twice.
Down Attack
(You Shouldn’t Pass!) Charges and thrusts the spear into the ground, breaking any enemy armor.
(Get Down!) Thrusts spear directly downward.
Neutral Special
(Potassium and Protein) Pulls out and curls dumbbell, gives grant damage buff and knockback effect to all attacks
Same as the Ground version.
Side Special
(Chaaarge!) Charges forward with his spear, deals significant damage if you strike an enemy.
(Rank Breaker) Lunges in the air with a powerful, vertical strike.
Down Special
(Whyyyy?) Banana Guard drops to his knees and begins crying tears that apply the knockback effect to enemies.
(Banana Split!) Banana Guard crashes down with an AoE attack.
All Banana Guard Costumes In MultiVersus
Given that Banana Guard is the newest addition, alongsideAgent Smith and the Joker inMultiVersus, he has the fewest variants.Currently, the only other Variant for Banana Guard is the Tooniverse appearance. Although we may see more Variants and costumes added for Banana Guard, it is unlikely that this specific character will acquire as much as others, such as Shaggy or Batman. InAdventure Time, Banana Guard has relatively few appearances, so we may not see another costume from the character for a while.
To purchase the Tooniverse Variant for Banana Guard, you only need to go to the shop with 500 Gleamium. There are several currencies inMultiVersus, butGleamium is the premium micro currency with which you can directly purchase most cosmetic items. Aside from this, players might eventually spot further Banana Guard cosmetics in the Prestige Shop, which regularly rotates items.
All Banana Guard Perks In MultiVersus
Like all characters inMultiVersus, Banana Guard has two signature perks that players can unlock after they reach level five. In Banana Guard’s case, his two signature perks are Icy Tears and The Iron Temple.Currently, the Iron Temple is the best signature perk for Banana Guard to take. The character’s damage and knockback buff gained through his Special neutral is an incredible tool, but it leaves Banana Guard vulnerable to attacks. Although the charge time is longer, the projectile shield is enough to buy you that extra time.
Effect
The Iron Temple
Banana Guard creates a large projectile shield around him while working out (Special Neutral), but it takes him longer to fully recharge.
Icy Tears
Banana Guard’s cry applies Ice status effect.
Banana Guard is susceptible to counter-attacks, so any additional perks that can help the character’s mobility or shields are best.Sturdy Dodgeris an incredible Team Perk that gives armor for every projectile dodged. Last Stand is another excellent Strong Perk to take, which can increase your survivability once you reach over 100% damage. Finally,Clear the Airis a good Standard Perk that makes up for the character’s lack of projectiles, although you need to become proficient in theparry mechanic inMultiVersusto use it.
Combat Tips For Banana Guard In MultiVersus
As seen inOnestep’s video, Banana Guard is an excellent character for new players, as the extended range of the character’s spear allows plenty of space. Although certainly an excellent learning character,Banana Guard has some clear weaknesses you should know before trying out the character. Given the mid-ranged playstyle Banana Guard’s kit encourages, there is a specific way to play this belovedAdventure Timestaple.
