How to Get Tumored Battler in The Battle Bricks (March 2026) Quick Guide

Updated by Sunny Kaushik
November 13, 2025
Gaming Guides

If you’ve been grinding through The Battle Bricks and wondering how to unlock one of the most coveted badge battlers in the game, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve spent countless hours mastering this Roblox tower defense masterpiece, and I can tell you that getting the Tumored Battler is no easy feat – but it’s absolutely worth the effort. This rare Special Badge Battler isn’t just a trophy for your collection; it’s a direct upgrade to the basic Battler that will transform your meatshield strategy and give you a competitive edge in the most challenging stages.

The Tumored Battler is more than just another unit – it’s a symbol of your skill and dedication in conquering one of the game’s toughest challenges. With its faster movement speed and identical stats to the regular Battler, this unit quickly becomes irreplaceable in your loadout once you unlock it. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran looking to optimize your setup or a determined newcomer ready to tackle the hardest content, this comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about unlocking, using, and mastering the Tumored Battler.

Understanding the Tumored Battler

Attribute	Details
Unit Type	Special Badge Battler (Meatshield)
Unlock Method	Complete Chapter 1 on 3 Stars Mode in Tumore Difficulty
Badge Required	Deathwish Badge
Key Advantage	1.5x faster walkspeed than regular Battler
Deployment Cost	Same as regular Battler
Upgrade Potential	Evolves into Tarnished Battler at Level 10
Difficulty Level	Extremely Challenging

The Tumored Battler is a Special Badge Battler that serves as an enhanced version of the basic Battler unit you start the game with. What makes this unit special isn’t just its menacing appearance – covered in tumors, blood stains, and scratches with glowing magenta eyes – but its superior performance in the meatshield role. The 1.5x increased walkspeed allows it to reach the frontlines faster, bait enemy attacks more efficiently, and maintain pressure on the enemy base better than any standard Battler could dream of.

In The Battle Bricks’ competitive meta, meatshields are absolutely crucial for success. They’re the expendable units that absorb damage, distract enemies, and buy time for your heavy hitters to deal damage from behind. The Tumored Battler excels in this role precisely because of its enhanced speed – it gets into position quicker, cycles faster due to its low cooldown, and creates a more consistent defensive line against enemy waves.

Unlike many other Special Battlers that require Bricks to purchase or lucky Gacha rolls to obtain, the Tumored Battler is earned through pure skill and determination. There’s no shortcut, no pay-to-win option – just you, your strategy, and the gauntlet of Chapter 1’s hardest difficulty standing between you and this prestigious unit.

What is Tumore Mode?

Before you can even attempt to unlock the Tumored Battler, you need to understand Tumore Mode – the brutally difficult alternate difficulty that separates casual players from dedicated veterans. Tumore Mode is a special difficulty setting in The Battle Bricks that fundamentally transforms every stage you’ve already beaten into a nightmarish challenge.

When you enable Tumore Mode, several critical changes occur that make the game significantly harder. All enemy units are converted into their alternative forms, which typically feature enhanced stats, new abilities, and more aggressive behavior patterns. Stage magnifications are doubled, meaning enemies hit harder and have more health than you’ve ever experienced. Even the Enemy Base receives a 100% HP increase, making it take twice as long to destroy.

To compensate for this increased difficulty, the game rewards you with 20% more Experience Points (XP) for completing stages in Tumore Mode. This might not sound like much, but that extra XP becomes crucial for leveling up your units and base beyond level 10 – upgrades that become mandatory for tackling later Tumore chapters.

How to Unlock Tumore Mode?

Unlocking Tumore Mode itself requires a specific action that many players miss entirely. During the loading screen when you first launch The Battle Bricks, you’ll see the Tumore logo displayed prominently. Here’s what you need to do:

Watch the Loading Screen: Don’t skip or rush through it
Click the Tumore Logo: You need to click it exactly 20 times
Trigger the Cutscene: After your 20th click, a cutscene will play saying “YOU CHOSE THIS PATH”
Access the Mode: Tumore will now be selectable as a difficulty option alongside Casual and Normal

Once unlocked, you’ll notice Tumore Mode in your difficulty selection menu, marked by its distinctive purple logo. The game remembers your unlock permanently, so you only need to do this once per account. If you rejoin the game with Tumore already selected, you’ll see a different cutscene saying “BACK FOR MORE?” – the game’s way of acknowledging your commitment to masochism.

The Deathwish Badge: Your Gateway to Tumored Battler

The Tumored Battler is directly tied to earning the Deathwish Badge, which is awarded for completing a specific challenge that tests every skill you’ve developed in The Battle Bricks. The badge was originally named “Your Death Approaches” before the Red Heights update changed it to the more straightforward “Deathwish” – an appropriate name given what you’re about to attempt.

The Deathwish Badge requirement is simple to state but incredibly difficult to execute: Beat the entirety of Chapter 1 on 3 Stars Mode while in Tumore difficulty. This means you need to complete every single stage in Chapter 1 – from the opening stages through the mid-chapter challenges all the way to the Deathbringer boss fight – without dropping below the 3-star performance threshold on any stage.

Understanding the Star System

The star rating system in The Battle Bricks measures your performance on each stage based on several factors:

Speed of Completion: How quickly you destroy the enemy base
Base HP Remaining: How much health your base has at the end
Unit Efficiency: Your resource management and deployment timing
Damage Taken: Minimizing unnecessary damage to your units and base

Achieving 3 Stars consistently requires near-perfect play. You can’t afford to lose your base’s health, you need to deploy units efficiently without wasting resources, and you must complete stages quickly before enemies can overwhelm you. Now imagine doing this with Tumore Mode’s doubled enemy strength and alternative enemy forms that have entirely new attack patterns to learn.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get Tumored Battler?

Let me break down the exact process you need to follow, along with preparation tips and strategies that will maximize your chances of success.

Step 1: Unlock Tumore Mode

As mentioned earlier, click the Tumore logo 20 times during the loading screen. This is your first hurdle, and it’s intentionally hidden to prevent unprepared players from accidentally stumbling into content they’re not ready for. The game respects you enough not to hold your hand – if you want the hardest content, you have to seek it out deliberately.

Step 2: Prepare Your Account

Before attempting Chapter 1 Tumore, ensure your account meets these requirements:

Unit Levels: Your core units should be at least Level 10, preferably higher if you’ve unlocked the increased level cap by completing Doomspire Brickbattle
Base Upgrades: Max out your base HP as much as possible – you’ll need every hit point
Unit Collection: Have a diverse roster including meatshields (regular Battler, Trowel Battler), ranged damage dealers, and support units
XP Reserve: Keep at least 50,000 XP in reserve for emergency upgrades

Don’t attempt this challenge fresh from completing Normal Mode. The difficulty spike is massive, and you’ll waste time and mental energy on futile attempts if you’re undergeared. I recommend completing Chapter 2 on Normal difficulty first to gain extra levels and better units before returning to tackle Chapter 1 Tumore.

Step 3: Enter the Mode Tunnel and Select Chapter 1

From the main menu, navigate to the Mode Tunnel – this is where you access all the different gameplay chapters and challenges. Once inside, select Chapter 1 as your target. You’ll see the chapter selection screen showing all available difficulties: Casual, Normal, and Tumore.

Step 4: Set Difficulty to Tumore and Select 3 Stars Mode

This is where things get serious. Click on the Tumore difficulty option (marked with the purple logo), and ensure you’re set to 3 Stars Mode. Lower difficulties won’t count toward the Deathwish badge – there are no shortcuts here. The game explicitly requires 3 Stars performance on every stage to award the badge.

Step 5: Master Each Stage of Chapter 1

Now begins the real challenge. Chapter 1 in Tumore Mode on 3 Stars isn’t just about brute force – it demands strategy, timing, and adaptability. Here’s how to approach it:

Early Stages (1-9): These serve as your warm-up and resource accumulation phases. Focus on:

Building economy early with income-generating units if you have them
Learning the spawn patterns and timing of alternative enemy forms
Maintaining 3-star ratings without using your best units – save them for harder stages
Collecting the XP rewards which are 20% higher in Tumore

Mid Stages (10-19): The difficulty ramps up significantly. You’ll face:

Increased enemy density and faster spawn rates
Boss stages at stage 10 (which awards 100 Bricks) with enhanced mechanics
Challenge stages that test specific unit types and strategies
Enemy combinations designed to punish poor unit composition

Challenge Stages (15, 25): These modified stages present unique obstacles:

Stage restrictions or special conditions that limit your options
50 Bricks reward for first completion, plus contribution to your 3-star progress
Requirement to adapt your standard loadout to meet specific challenges

Final Boss – Deathbringer (Stage 30): The ultimate test. Deathbringer in Tumore Mode is a completely different beast than on Normal:

Significantly faster attack rate in his first phase
Devastating shockwave attacks in his second phase that can wipe your army
Requires perfect unit timing and placement to survive
Multiple phases that demand different strategies

Step 6: Maintain 3-Star Performance Throughout

The critical requirement that trips up many players: you must maintain 3-star ratings on EVERY stage. If you drop to 2 stars or 1 star on even a single stage, you won’t earn the Deathwish badge. This means:

No Retries That Count: If you mess up a stage, you need to replay it at 3 stars
Consistent Excellence: Can’t coast through early stages and struggle on hard ones
Resource Management: Must balance spending resources now vs. saving for harder stages later

Step 7: Defeat the Final Stage and Earn the Badge

When you successfully complete the final stage of Chapter 1 (typically the Deathbringer boss fight) with a 3-star rating, having also achieved 3 stars on all previous stages, the game will automatically award you the Deathwish Badge. The moment you earn this badge, the Tumored Battler is immediately unlocked and added to your collection.

You’ll receive a notification confirming the badge award, and you can verify your new unit by checking your unit collection. The Tumored Battler will appear in the Special Badge Battlers category, ready to be deployed in future stages.

Step 8: Access Your New Tumored Battler

Head to your unit roster and you’ll find the Tumored Battler waiting for you. The unit is immediately available at Level 1 with base stats matching the regular Battler but with that crucial 1.5x walkspeed advantage. You can begin using it in stages right away, and it’s highly recommended to start integrating it into your loadouts immediately – the sooner you level it up, the sooner you can unlock its even more powerful evolution.

Advanced Strategies for Completing Three Stars Mode

Beating Chapter 1 on Tumore 3 Stars requires more than just good units – you need strategy, game knowledge, and execution. Here are the advanced techniques that helped me achieve this goal:

Team Composition Strategy

Your loadout should balance four key roles:

Meatshields (2-3 slots): Regular Battler, Trowel Battler – these absorb damage and buy time. Deploy them constantly to maintain a frontline presence.

Damage Dealers (3-4 slots): Units with strong DPS that can eliminate enemies quickly. Position them behind your meatshields for protection.

Support/Utility (1-2 slots): Units that provide buffs, debuffs, or special abilities. These can turn impossible stages into manageable ones.

Boss Killers (1-2 slots): Heavy hitters with single-target damage for destroying bosses and the enemy base quickly.

Economic Strategy

Maximizing your in-stage economy gives you the resources to deploy expensive units when needed:

Start with cheap units: Don’t blow your starting cash on expensive units – build up slowly
Prioritize income units early: If you have units that generate extra cash, deploy them first
Know when to save vs. spend: Sometimes holding $500 for a clutch deployment is better than spamming cheap units
Learn enemy wave timings: Deploy between waves to maximize efficiency

Learning Enemy Patterns

Alternative forms in Tumore have completely different behaviors:

Study attack patterns: Each alt form enemy has unique timing and range
Identify priority targets: Some enemies are far more dangerous and should be focused
Understand spawn order: Knowing what’s coming lets you prepare the right counter
Watch for ability cues: Many alt enemies have special abilities with visual/audio cues

Base Protection Priority

Your base HP is directly tied to star ratings:

Never let your base take unnecessary damage: Position units aggressively but safely
Use meatshields as a buffer: They should die before enemies reach your base
Time your heavy units for boss phases: Boss attacks deal massive base damage if they connect
Monitor base HP constantly: Know your threshold for losing stars and play accordingly

Unit Upgrade Strategy

Smart upgrading can make or break your run:

Prioritize versatile units: Upgrade units you’ll use in multiple stages
Level meatshields first: Cheap units benefit most from increased survivability
Save XP for crucial moments: Don’t spend all XP immediately – some stages require specific upgrades
Focus on your strongest units: Better to have few max-level units than many mid-level ones

Dealing with Deathbringer Boss

The final boss deserves special attention:

Phase 1 Strategy:

Deploy meatshields constantly to absorb his rapid attacks
Position ranged damage dealers at maximum distance
Avoid clustering units (his attacks can hit multiple targets)
Build up resources for Phase 2

Phase 2 Strategy:

His shockwave attack has extended range and hits multiple units
Time your deployments between shockwaves
Keep meatshield flow consistent to prevent base damage
Focus all damage on ending the fight quickly – the longer it goes, the more chances for mistakes

Tips for Success in Three Stars Mode

Beyond the strategies above, here are specific tips that made the difference in my successful runs:

Practice Makes Perfect

Replay stages to learn: Don’t worry about the XP cost of replaying – learning enemy patterns is worth the investment. Each failed attempt teaches you something new about spawn timing, enemy behavior, or unit positioning. Take notes on what works and what doesn’t.

Study successful runs: Watch experienced players’ videos of Chapter 1 Tumore to see their strategies, unit placement, and timing. You can often pick up subtle techniques that make huge differences.

Unit Upgrades Before Attempting

Max your core units: Don’t attempt this challenge with Level 5 units. Get your main loadout to at least Level 10, preferably higher. The stat increases make previously impossible stages manageable.

Prioritize defensive stats: Health and armor upgrades help your units survive longer, which is more valuable than raw damage in many situations. A unit that lives 3 seconds longer can deal significantly more damage overall than a glass cannon that dies instantly.

Damage Avoidance

Positioning is everything: Learn the exact attack ranges of both your units and enemies. Positioning units just outside enemy attack range while they can still attack creates massive advantages.

Use terrain wisely: Some stages have elevation or obstacles that affect unit behavior. Understanding these mechanics helps you create better formations.

Minimize overkill: Don’t waste expensive unit abilities on enemies that are about to die anyway. Save your powerful attacks for threatening enemies.

Resource Efficiency

Don’t spam unnecessarily: Just because you can afford to deploy a unit doesn’t mean you should. Sometimes waiting 2 seconds for a better deployment window wins stages.

Manage cooldowns: Track your important units’ cooldowns and plan your next moves accordingly. Having your best unit available exactly when the boss spawns is often fight-winning.

Bank resources when ahead: If you’re cruising through a stage, save money for the next one instead of deploying units you don’t need.

Mental Approach

Stay calm under pressure: The moment you panic and start spamming units randomly is the moment you lose. Take a breath, assess the situation, and make deliberate choices.

Don’t rage-quit on failure: Every failed attempt is data. Figure out what went wrong, adjust your strategy, and try again. The satisfaction of finally succeeding is worth the struggle.

Take breaks between attempts: Mental fatigue leads to mistakes. If you’ve failed three attempts in a row, take a 15-minute break. Fresh eyes catch mistakes tired eyes miss.

Understanding Tumored Battler’s Stats and Abilities

Once you’ve unlocked the Tumored Battler, understanding its capabilities helps you use it effectively:

Base Statistics (Level 1)

Stat	Value	Notes
Health	50 HP	Same as regular Battler
Damage	10 per hit	Same as regular Battler
DPS	5	Attack rate of 2 seconds
Deploy Cost	$50	Very economical
Cooldown	Fast	Rapid redeployment
Walkspeed	6	1.5x faster than regular Battler (speed 4)
Range	3	Melee range
Attack Rate	2 seconds	Consistent damage output
Target	Single	Focuses one enemy at a time

Key Advantages

Superior Speed: The 1.5x walkspeed increase means Tumored Battler reaches engagement zones significantly faster than regular Battlers. This creates several tactical advantages:

Gets to the frontline quicker to establish early pressure
Cycles through deployment-death-redeploy faster, maintaining consistent presence
Can sometimes reach positions before slower enemies arrive, giving you positional advantage
Better at rushing the enemy base when you have an opening

Direct Upgrade Status: Since Tumored Battler has identical stats to regular Battler except for the speed buff, it’s a strict upgrade with no downsides. There’s zero reason to use regular Battler once you have Tumored Battler unlocked. They can technically be used together for double the meatshield spam, but this is inefficient in most situations.

Meatshield Excellence: As a meatshield, Tumored Battler excels at its intended role:

Cheap deployment cost means you can spam it constantly
Low HP is actually fine for meatshields – they’re supposed to die
Fast cooldown allows continuous pressure on enemies
Speed helps it maintain aggro and draw enemy fire away from important units

Gameplay Integration

When to Deploy: Tumored Battler should be one of your first units deployed in any stage. Its low cost and meatshield role make it perfect for early game while you build up resources for expensive units. Continue deploying it throughout the match to maintain frontline pressure.

Synergy with Other Units: Tumored Battler works best when paired with:

Ranged Damage Dealers: It tanks damage while they attack safely from behind
Trowel Battler: The wall-building meatshield complements Tumored Battler’s speed
AOE Units: Enemies clustering around Tumored Battler create perfect AOE targets
Slow/Stun Units: Tumored Battler keeps enemies in place for control effects to land

Limitations to Consider: While Tumored Battler is excellent, it has weaknesses:

Can’t be buffed by Bucket Tagger: Bucket Tagger’s conversion will turn any Tumored unit into Tumored Battler, so you can’t enhance it this way
Speed can be a liability: Occasionally the increased speed causes it to walk into dangerous situations before you intended, though this is rare
Still just a meatshield: Don’t expect it to win fights alone – it’s a supporting unit that enables your damage dealers

Evolution Path: Tarnished Battler

Your journey with Tumored Battler doesn’t end at Level 10. When you max out the Tumored Battler’s level, it evolves into Tarnished Battler – an absolutely massive power spike that transforms it from a simple meatshield into a terrifying boss-tier unit.

Tarnished Battler Overview

Unlock Method: Upgrade Tumored Battler to Level 10 Unit Type: Special Badge Alt Form Battler Role Shift: Transforms from meatshield to tank/summoner hybrid

Tarnished Battler Key Features:

Massive Health Pool: Goes from 50 HP to several thousand, becoming one of the tankiest units in the game

Summon Ability: Every attack spawns 3 additional Tumored Battlers, creating a small army

Death Spawn: Upon death, summons 10 Tumored Battlers as a final gift

Boss-Level Presence: Size increases dramatically to match final boss enemies like Deathbringer

Slow but Devastating: Trades walkspeed for immense power and tankiness

Expensive Deployment: Costs significantly more ($2000-$6000 depending on star difficulty) but worth every penny

Knockback Immunity: Can’t be pushed around by enemy attacks

This evolution completely changes how you use the unit. Instead of spamming cheap meatshields, you carefully deploy Tarnished Battler as a cornerstone of your defense that continuously generates pressure through its summoned units while tanking massive amounts of damage.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Learning from others’ failures saves time and frustration. Here are the most common mistakes players make when attempting to unlock Tumored Battler:

Attempting Too Early

The Mistake: Trying to beat Chapter 1 Tumore right after completing it on Normal difficulty.

Why It Fails: The difficulty spike is enormous. You need higher unit levels, better understanding of game mechanics, and more diverse unit collection.

The Fix: Complete at least Chapter 2 Normal first. Level your units to 10+, unlock better units, and build up your XP reserves before attempting Tumore content.

Poor Unit Composition

The Mistake: Using the same loadout for every stage without adaptation.

Why It Fails: Different stages require different solutions. A loadout that crushes Stage 5 might completely fail on Stage 15.

The Fix: Analyze each stage’s enemy composition and adjust your loadout accordingly. Don’t be afraid to swap units between stages.

Neglecting Meatshields

The Mistake: Focusing entirely on damage dealers and ignoring cheap meatshield units.

Why It Fails: Without meatshields, expensive units take damage and die quickly, wasting resources and leaving you defenseless.

The Fix: Always include 2-3 meatshield units (Battler, Trowel Battler, etc.) in your loadout. Deploy them constantly to maintain a protective frontline.

Losing the 3-Star Rating

The Mistake: Not paying attention to performance metrics and accidentally dropping below 3 stars on a stage.

Why It Fails: Even one stage completed at 2 stars disqualifies you from earning the Deathwish badge for that run.

The Fix: Monitor your base HP constantly. If you’re taking too much damage, play more defensively even if it means slower completion. Replay any stage where you don’t achieve 3 stars before moving forward.

Ignoring Economy

The Mistake: Spamming expensive units immediately and running out of resources mid-stage.

Why It Fails: You need sustained deployment capability throughout the entire stage, not just at the start.

The Fix: Start with cheap units and economy generators. Build up resources gradually while defending effectively. Save expensive units for crisis moments and boss phases.

Fighting Without Preparation

The Mistake: Not upgrading units or learning enemy patterns before attempting stages.

Why It Fails: You’re giving yourself an unnecessary handicap. Every upgrade point and minute of practice increases your success chances.

The Fix: Invest in upgrades before serious attempts. Watch videos of successful clears. Practice difficult stages until you can beat them consistently.

Panic Deployment

The Mistake: When things go wrong, frantically deploying every available unit without thought.

Why It Fails: Wastes resources on inefficient deployments, leaves you with nothing for the next crisis, and often deploys the wrong units for the situation.

The Fix: Take a breath. Assess what’s actually threatening you. Deploy the specific counter you need, not everything you have.

Why Tumored Battler is Worth the Effort?

After reading about all the challenges involved, you might be wondering: is Tumored Battler really worth this much effort? The answer is absolutely yes, and here’s why:

Combat Effectiveness

Tumored Battler becomes your go-to meatshield for the entire rest of the game. Every stage, every chapter, every difficulty benefits from having this unit in your loadout. The 1.5x speed advantage might not sound like much on paper, but in practice it makes a noticeable difference in unit cycling efficiency and frontline pressure.

Prestige Value

Earning the Deathwish badge and unlocking Tumored Battler marks you as a skilled player who can handle the game’s toughest challenges. It’s a visible achievement that other players recognize and respect. When someone sees a Tumored Battler in your loadout, they know you’ve proven yourself.

Gateway to Tumored Collection

Tumored Battler is the first in a series of Tumored units available in the game. By unlocking it, you’ve demonstrated the skills needed to unlock the others:

Tumored Trowel: Complete Chapter 2 Tumore 3 Stars (Hot As Hell badge)
Tumored Sword: Complete Chapter 3 Tumore 3 Stars (Nuclear Meltdown badge)
Tumored Slinger: Complete Chapter 4 Tumore 3 Stars (Chronos badge)

Each of these represents the enhanced version of important units, and collecting them all creates a powerful synergistic team.

Foundation for Endgame

The skills, strategies, and game knowledge you develop while working toward Tumored Battler directly transfer to all late-game content. You’re not just grinding for a unit – you’re becoming a better player who understands game mechanics at a deep level.

Tarnished Battler Potential

Remember that Tumored Battler evolves into Tarnished Battler at Level 10. Tarnished Battler is one of the most powerful units in the entire game, capable of single-handedly carrying difficult stages with its massive stats, summon ability, and boss-tier presence. The journey to Tumored Battler is simultaneously the journey to this endgame powerhouse.

No Pay-to-Win

Unlike many Special units that can be purchased with Bricks or obtained through Gacha, Tumored Battler is purely skill-based. It’s a reward that can’t be bought, only earned. This makes it more satisfying to obtain and more impressive to other players.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to unlock Tumored Battler?

The time varies dramatically based on your skill level and account preparation. A well-prepared player with Level 10+ units and good game knowledge might complete the challenge in 2-4 hours of focused attempts. Less experienced players might need 8-15 hours of practice and attempts. Don’t rush it – take time to level your units and learn strategies before serious attempts.

Can I get Tumored Battler without beating Chapter 1 on Tumore?

No. The Tumored Battler is exclusively unlocked by earning the Deathwish badge, which requires completing every stage of Chapter 1 on 3 Stars difficulty in Tumore Mode. There are no alternative methods, shortcuts, or codes that grant this unit. It must be earned through gameplay.

What happens if I don’t get 3 stars on every stage?

If you complete Chapter 1 Tumore without achieving 3 stars on every single stage, you will not earn the Deathwish badge or unlock the Tumored Battler. You’ll need to replay the stages where you didn’t achieve 3 stars until you get perfect ratings on all of them. The game tracks your best performance on each stage, so you don’t need to do it all in one perfect run – you can replay individual stages to improve your ratings.

Is Tumored Battler better than regular Battler?

Yes, Tumored Battler is a strict upgrade. It has identical stats to regular Battler (50 HP, 10 damage, $50 cost) but moves 1.5x faster. There is literally no downside – it’s just better in every way. Once you unlock Tumored Battler, you should replace regular Battler in all your loadouts.

Can I use Tumored Battler and regular Battler together?

Technically yes, you can include both in your loadout and deploy them together. However, this is generally inefficient because they fill the same role (cheap meatshield) and eat up your unit deployment limit faster than using more diverse units. It’s usually better to use your loadout slots for different unit types that complement Tumored Battler rather than duplicating its function.

How do I unlock 3 Stars Mode?

3 Stars Mode is automatically available once you’ve completed a stage at least once. After beating a stage on any difficulty, you’ll see star ratings appear on the stage select screen. You can then replay the stage and select which star difficulty you want to attempt. The star you’re attempting will be highlighted, and achieving it unlocks that star rating permanently for that stage.

What’s the difference between Tumore difficulty and 3 Stars Mode?

These are two separate systems that work together:

Tumore Difficulty: Changes which version of enemies appear (alt forms), doubles enemy strength, and increases base HP
3 Stars Mode: Sets the performance threshold you need to achieve for maximum rewards

You need to combine both – playing on Tumore difficulty while achieving 3-star performance on every stage – to earn the Deathwish badge and unlock Tumored Battler.

Why won’t the Tumore Mode unlock after clicking the logo?

Make sure you’re clicking the logo during the initial loading screen when you first join the game. The Tumore logo needs to be clicked exactly 20 times. You’ll know it worked when you see the cutscene that says “YOU CHOSE THIS PATH”. If the cutscene doesn’t play, you may have miscounted or clicked in the wrong location. Try joining a new server and attempting again.

Can I unlock Tumored Battler with friends helping me?

The Battle Bricks is a single-player game. All stages must be completed solo without assistance from other players. This is by design – the Deathwish badge and Tumored Battler are meant to be personal achievements that prove individual skill.

Does Tumored Battler work in Tumore Mode?

Yes! Tumored Battler (and all Tumored units) work in every game mode including Tumore. In fact, the game’s difficulty design assumes you’ll be using Tumored units for later Tumore chapters. That’s part of why earning them is so important – they’re practically required for Chapter 2+ on Tumore difficulty.

What should I do if I keep failing to beat Chapter 1 Tumore?

Don’t give up! Here’s a systematic approach:

Step back and level up: Gain 5-10 more levels on your core units
Improve your unit collection: Complete more Normal mode stages to unlock better units
Watch guide videos: Learn strategies from players who’ve succeeded
Practice specific stages: Focus on the stages giving you the most trouble
Ask for advice: Join the Discord community and ask for tips
Take breaks: Mental fatigue causes mistakes – rest and return fresh

Remember, prior to certain game updates, very few players had Tumored Battler because the challenge was even harder. The fact that it’s achievable now means you can do it too with enough preparation and practice.

Final Thoughts

Unlocking the Tumored Battler in The Battle Bricks represents one of the most significant achievements you can earn in the game. It’s not handed to you through lucky Gacha rolls or purchased with premium currency – it’s earned through skill, strategy, and determination. The journey will test everything you’ve learned about unit composition, resource management, enemy patterns, and tactical decision-making.

Yes, completing Chapter 1 on 3 Stars Tumore difficulty is challenging. Yes, you’ll probably fail multiple times before succeeding. Yes, you’ll need to level up your units, learn enemy patterns, and develop sophisticated strategies. But that’s exactly what makes finally unlocking Tumored Battler so incredibly satisfying.

When you see that Deathwish badge notification pop up and the Tumored Battler added to your collection, you’ll know you’ve accomplished something special. You’ve proven you can handle the toughest content The Battle Bricks has to offer, and you’ve earned a unit that will serve you well throughout the entire rest of your journey.

The strategies, skills, and game knowledge you develop during this challenge will benefit you in every future stage you attempt. You’re not just unlocking a unit – you’re leveling up as a player. Every failed attempt teaches you something new. Every successful stage builds your confidence. Every 3-star rating brings you one step closer to your goal.

So don’t be discouraged by the difficulty. Don’t give up after a few failed attempts. Take your time, prepare properly, learn from mistakes, and keep pushing forward. Thousands of players before you have earned their Tumored Battler, and you can too.

Now stop reading and start grinding! Chapter 1 Tumore awaits, and your Tumored Battler is waiting on the other side. Master those stages, earn that Deathwish badge, and join the elite ranks of players who’ve conquered one of The Battle Bricks’ greatest challenges.

Good luck, commander. Your tumor-ridden meatshield army awaits! 🎮