Looking to dominate your deep runs in Megabonk? The Bandit might just be your best ally, especially with his starter weapon, the Dexecutioner. This character thrives on a well-optimized build that leverages key stats like Size, Projectile Count, and Crit Chance. By understanding these elements, you can craft a formidable Bandit that outperforms the competition.
As a seasoned player, I’ve tested various Bandit builds, and I’m here to share the most effective strategies. Let’s dive into the best weapons, tomes, and items to amplify your gameplay.
Best Weapons, Tomes, and Items for Bandit
| Type | Best | Good |
|---|---|---|
| Weapons | Dexecutioner (Starter), Katana, Dice, Flamewalker | Aegis, Black Hole, Aura, Lightning Staff |
| Tomes | XP Tome, Damage Tome, Size Tome, Quantity Tome | Cursed Tome, Luck Tome, Bloody Tome, Precision Tome |
| Items | Joe’s Dagger, Backpack, Time Bracelet, Gym Sauce | Credit Card (Green), Moldy Cheese |
For Bandit, the prime weapons include Katana, Dice, and Flamewalker. The Katana is a must-have, as its attributes perfectly enhance the Dexecutioner’s Size and Crit stats. Meanwhile, Dice offers solid projectile bonuses, and Flamewalker complements Size-focused builds. If you’re looking for defense, consider Aegis or Aura. For area damage, Lightning Staff is effective due to its bouncing projectiles, while Black Hole scales well with Size.
When selecting tomes, focus on XP, Size, and Quantity Tomes. The XP Tome is essential since Bandit’s attack speed improves with levels, while the Size Tome lets Dexecutioner hit multiple enemies simultaneously, increasing your execution chances. Opt for the Quantity Tome to boost the number of Dexecutioner hits. For runs in Tier 2 and 3, Cursed and Luck tomes enhance scaling, and Bloody Tome is great for health regeneration concerns.
If you’re leaning towards crit-based weapons like Katana and Dice, consider Precision Tome. It enhances critical damage but doesn’t increase execution chances. Currently, in Megabonk, there’s no direct way to boost execution chances, even with Luck.
It’s best to sidestep the Cooldown Tome since Bandit’s passive grants more Attack Speed with each level. Instead, use an XP Tome to level up frequently and gain Attack Speed benefits.
Among items, Joe’s Dagger is your top choice. It adds an extra 1% Execution chance, enhancing your ability to execute enemies regularly. Other valuable items include those that boost XP gain like the Time Bracelet, or those enhancing Quantity, such as the Backpack.
If you’re curious about different ways to optimize your Bandit build, be sure to explore other guides in Megabonk.
How to Unlock the Bandit
To unlock the Bandit, you first need to defeat him in the Desert stage. Locate the Bandit statue and interact with it to spawn him as a mini-boss. Ensure you have a solid build prepared and avoid triggering any other mini-boss fights simultaneously.
After defeating the Bandit, you’ll need to purchase the Dexecutioner from the Unlocks page. To do this, you must eliminate 12,500 enemies using the Sword, which is more manageable by playing several runs with Sir Oofie in the Forest.
Once you complete these requirements, you can buy the Bandit from the Unlocks menu with Silver.
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