Multi-Layer Popping
Classic Core Orbs strip layers on hit. Purple Plasma splits into 2 Yellows; Ceramics need many hits then release Plasmas.
▣ Ironclad (debut ~3)
Flat damage reduction.
Counter: Nova / Orbital (explosive punches through armor).
◎ Aegis Ward (debut ~5)
Regenerating shield ring over HP.
Counter: sustained DPS / Arc Tesla to strip the shield then crack the core.
✡ Prism Splitter (debut ~7)
On death splits into 3 Splitlings.
Counter: Nova splash to clear the minis.
✧ Swift Phantom (debut ~8)
Very fast; periodically phases (untargetable).
Counter: Cryo slow + focus fire while visible.
+ Aureole Healer (debut ~10)
Heals nearby enemies.
Counter: prioritize / snipe the healer first.
⬡ Juggernaut (debut ~18–20)
Slow, huge HP mini-boss. Spawns Ironclads on death.
Counter: Orbital + Pulse DPS.
◈ Nest Carrier (debut ~14–16)
Spawns drones while walking.
Counter: kill the carrier quickly before the nest empties.
♛ OVERSEER (every 10 waves)
Massive HP boss. At 50% HP it enrages (much faster).
Counter: burst before phase 2, then slow + stack DPS.
Purple Plasma / Camo / Regrow / TITAN
Plasma deflects unupgraded Tesla energy. Camo needs Radar. Regrow restores layers. TITAN is the classic MOAB hull.
