Boss 6: The Core

Learn how to defeat the Thumper, a tough enemy in Nightmare and Ultra Nightmare Modes. Discover its abilities and effective strategies to overcome this challenge.

Alright, let's talk about the Thumper. This guy shows up in Nightmare Mode starting on Wave 13 and then again in Ultra Nightmare Mode on Wave 24. Think of it as a souped-up version of the Jumper, with more health, shields, and speed. It's also got some serious resistances to Laser, Golden, and Collision damage, so your usual tactics might not cut it. Its main trick is the Leap+ ability. It can jump a good distance, making it untargetable while it's in the air. This means you'll need to have your defenses ready for when it lands. Because it's so fast and covers so much ground with its leaps, you'll definitely want to set up some backline defenses to deal with it. For strategies, consider using mid-game towers like a level 4-2 Ghost or a Golden Juggernaut. If you can, give them high range so they can keep hitting the Thumper for as long as possible. Just remember, its speed and Leap+ are its biggest threats, so plan accordingly!