The Rapid Blaster resembles a toy dart gun. It is mainly red with a black handle. Attached to the nozzle is a gray part. The weapon has many attachments, such as a bolt on the bottom part and a metal grate above the handle.
Description[]
The Rapid Blaster is a shooter that is similar to the Blaster but fires quicker and has a longer range. It uses a laser effect when fired. It comes with Ink Mines (All games) and the Bubbler (Splatoon), Splat Bomb Launcher (Splatoon 2), and Triple Inkstrike (Splatoon 3).
Strategy[]
Shooters are the backbone of (almost) any good team. They're versatile and varied with each weapon, and cover plenty of ground, as well as apply more pressure to the enemy team than either Charger or Roller weapons.
The Rapid Blaster is a part of the Blaster family, so like other Blasters it fires a spherical projectile which explodes after a while. However unlike other Blasters it cannot splat Inklings in one direct hit and takes a minimum of two direct hits to splat Inklings. The Rapid Blaster however has a greater range that most blasters (only the Rapid Blaster Pro and the Rapid Blaster Pro Deco has greater range. The Rapid Blaster comes with an Ink Mine to surprize enemies and the Bubbler to get them out of sticky situations.
Tips against each weapon type[]
Shooter-type weapons will vary as far as what specific weapon your enemy is using. For something you outrange, such as a Blaster, abuse your range and quick firing rate to take care of them. If they get close place an Ink Mine and retreat. If the weapon outranges you like the Splattershot Pro, retreat or use your Bubbler to take care of them or at least deter them away.
Roller type weapons are at a slight disadvantage thanks to your range however bewareif they get to close as their fling of ink can splat you instantly if too close. If this does happen use your bubbler but if it has not charged placed an ink mine to surprise attack you.
Charger-types have an advantage over you due to their amazing range so if you come into contact with them retreat. If they are aiming at someone else, sneak up on them to strike them twice.
Weapon Quotes[]
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Mitigates the weaknesses of the regular Blaster by giving up a little shot power for a better rate of fire.
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— In-Game Description
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The Rapid Blaster is a Blaster modified to increase its rate of fire and ink efficiency. It's not as powerful as the Blaster, but its fast shots and powerful Ink Mines are great for pressuring foes. With a Bubbler as well, it's probably the easiest blaster to use, so I'd recommend giving it a try!
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— Sheldon's Introduction (Splatoon)
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The Rapid Blaster features an improved rate of fire and reduced ink consumption. It comes with the trade-off of less attack power, but you can reveal your opponents' positions to teammates with the Ink Mine! Finish off the tracked opponents with the Splat-Bomb Launcher! Recommended for players that like to work closely with their team!
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— Sheldon's Introduction (Splatoon 2)
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The Rapid Blaster lives up to its name with an improved rate of fire and modest ink consumption. Now, if you know me at all, you know I'm going to tell you about a big trade-off, and it's this: low power. But using the Ink Mine to reveal enemy positions helps make up for it. What I'd do with a combo like this is use the Rapid Blaster to create a whirlwind of ink, then take it to the next level with a Triple Inkstrike. This setup lets you focus in on key areas of the map - whether you're defending the home base or pushing an advance into hostile territory.
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— Sheldon's Introduction (Splatoon 3)
Names in other languages[]
Language
Name
Notes
Japanese
ラピッドブラスター Rapiddo Burasutā
Rapid Blaster
French (NA)
Turboblasteur
Turbo Blaster
German
Turbo Blaster
Media[]
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Rapid Blaster in action
Gallery[]
An Inkling holding the Rapid Blaster while placing Ink Mines.
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