Leon is a Legendary Brawler in Brawl Stars, classified as an Assassin with a very fast base movement speed of 820 (upgradable to 1070 with his Smoke Trails Star Power), moderate health pool of 6800 at Power Level 11/Mastery, very long attack range of 9.67 tiles, and exceptional utility from his invisibility Super. His playstyle revolves around stealthy ambushes, delivering high burst damage in close proximity while evading detection and counterplay. Leon excels at picking off isolated enemies, controlling zones, and escaping unfavorable situations, making him a high-skill, high-reward pick.
As of December 28, 2025, Leon occupies a solid mid-tier position in the meta. In overall play (across all modes), he boasts a 48% win rate with a 1.8% usage rate. In Ranked and high-Elo environments, his performance is around 47.7% win rate at Power 11. He shines in modes like Trio Showdown (high star player rate), Trophy Thieves (3rd in star player %), Gem Grab, and Knockout, but struggles in open maps against tanks. Popular builds prioritize aggression and sustain: Clone Projector Gadget (50% pick, +1.9% win), Smoke Trails or Invisiheal Star Power (mixed, Trails +7.2% impact), Lingering Smoke Gear (25% pick), Damage/Shield Gears, and Hypercharge for endless invis dives.
| Meta Snapshot (Dec 28, 2025) | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Win Rate | 48% |
| Overall Use Rate | 1.8% |
| Power 11 Win Rate | 47.7% |
| Top Mode Star Player % | Trophy Thieves (5.08%) |
| Best Gadget Win Impact | Clone Projector (+1.9%) |
| Tier (Various Sites) | B/C Tier |
Background and Lore
Leon came out on December 5, 2018. He is the 28th Brawler added to the game. His design is a sneaky ninja with chameleon powers. He wears a black suit with green glows and always has a lollipop in his mouth. This makes him look cool and mysterious.
Simple Story: Leon does not like being around lots of people. His power to go invisible helps him stay alone. But his little sister Nita is the only one he likes. She can always find him. Fans love this brother-sister thing. Many drawings and stories show Leon protecting Nita or them teaming up.
Fun Facts About Looks and Moves:
- He throws shuriken blades like a ninja.
- When he goes invisible, green smoke puffs out.
- He licks his lollipop when happy or taunting.
- Special skins change his look, like a shark or werewolf, but keep the sneaky vibe.
All Voice Lines (From default skin and popular ones like Mecha/Shadow Tiger. Said in a cool, chill voice): Use tables for easy read.
| When… | Voice Lines |
|---|---|
| Spawning (Starts match) | “Let’s go!”, “We can do this!”, “Time to brawl.”, “Yeah!”, “Woo-hoo!”, “They won’t see me coming, but they’ll feel it.” (Shadow Tiger) |
| In The Lead (Team winning) | “Leon in the lead!”, “Hey Nita, check me out!”, “Untouchable.”, “Yeah!”, “Woo-hoo!” |
| Taking Damage | “No way!”, Grunts, “Don’t make me get Nita!”, “Yo, chill! I felt that!” (Mecha) |
| Kill Enemy | “Yes yes yes!”, Laughs, “Yeah!”, “Woo-hoo!”, “Roar? More like snore!” (Werewolf skin) |
| Defeated (You lose) | “Not fair!”, “You got me.”, “Nita!”, “No!”, “Ah this tiger needs a catnap.” (Shadow Tiger) |
| Using Super | “Sneaky-time!”, “Invisibility!”, “Watch this!”, “Ha, see ya!”, “Sigma stealth energy.” (Mecha) |
Skins like Werewolf add growls. Mecha has robot sounds. Fans make memes with his “Nita!” line when he dies. He is popular in fan art, often with Jessie or as a lone wolf.
Statistics (at Power Level 11 / Mastery)
Leon’s stats make him fast and sneaky, but not super tanky. He runs quick to hide or chase. His attack reaches far but hits hardest up close.
| Stat | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Health | 6800 | Moderate. Recent buff +5.88% global (Dec 16, 2025). Dies fast to bursts. |
| Movement Speed | 820 (Very Fast) | Super fast! +30% to 1070 with Smoke Trails. +20% more with Hyper. |
| Attack Range | 9.67 tiles (Very Long) | Poke from bushes. Narrow cone. |
| Reload Speed | 1.9 seconds (Normal) | A bit slow. Wait between shots. |
| Projectile Speed | 3500 | Blades fly fast, easy to aim. |
| Super Charge | 5.05% per hit (far) / 12.625% (close) | 20 hits far, 8 close. +17% buff Sep 2025. |
Damage Table (4 Blades Total): Blades do more damage close up (proximity bonus 35%).
| Distance | Damage Per Blade | Total Damage |
|---|---|---|
| Close (Max) | 960 | 3840 |
| Max Range | 382 | 1528 |
Compares well to other Assassins: Faster than Crow, tankier than Piper, but needs close for kills.
Abilities
A. Primary Attack: Spinner Blades
Leon swings his arm. Four sharp blades fly out in a tight fan shape (17.5° angle, 0.67 tiles wide). They sweep left to right. Damage drops as they go farther – smash squishies up close, poke at range.
How to Use:
- Get close for 3840 damage (kills most in 1 shot).
- Strafe side-to-side while shooting to hit moving foes.
- Animation is quick (0.35s), so you can run and shoot.
- Pierces? No, but fast speed helps predict.
- Tip: Hide in bushes, peek out, burst and hide.
Pros: High burst, long poke. Cons: Misses if they dodge spread.
B. Super: Smoke Bomb
Poof! Leon turns invisible for 6 seconds (8s with Gear). No outline unless:
- You attack (reveals till next shot).
- Foe within 4 tiles (they see a symbol).
- You grab gems/ball (short flash).
Key Rules:
- Sound plays so smart foes know.
- Minions ignore you (great vs. Jessie/Bo).
- Stuns/knockback don’t break it.
- Pick stuff? Short reveal, Super stays.
- Tip: Use to run away, sneak behind, steal objectives.
Pro Tips:
- Save for chases or escapes.
- Attack from invis for surprise kill.
- In team fights, flank the backline.
- Bushes: Activate to fake position.
Gadgets
Gadgets now on cooldowns (since Feb 2025). 3 uses gone.
- Clone Projector (13s Cooldown):
- Makes fake Leon (copies your look/health/Super).
- Fake chases closest enemy but no attack.
- 2x damage taken, lasts 10s or dies.
- Returns if no foes.
- Win Rate: 50% pick, +1.9% better.
- When: Scout bushes, bait Supers, tank shots.
- Lollipop Drop (20s Cooldown):
- Drops candy bush (4.33 tile radius).
- You + allies invisible inside (breaks near foes).
- Candy: 1500 HP, loses 150 HP/sec (10s max).
- Win Rate: 50% pick, -1.9% (weaker).
- When: Hide team in Gem Grab, cross open areas.
Best Pick: Clone for solo power. Lollipop for teams.
Pros/Cons Table:
| Gadget | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Clone | Distract, scout, tank | Predictable, dies fast |
| Lollipop | Team hide, zone control | Slow decay, visible |
Star Powers
Pick one. Both boost Super.
- Smoke Trails:
- +30% speed (1070 total) while invisible.
- Run circles around foes!
- Pick: 52%, +7.2% win boost.
- Invisiheal:
- Heal 1296 HP/second while Super on (20% max HP/sec).
- Full heal in 5s if safe.
- Pick: 48%, but great sustain.
Meta Pick: Smoke Trails edges out now for mobility. Invisiheal if you dive tanks. Test both!
Hypercharge: Limbo
What It Does:
- During Super: Stay invisible EVEN when attacking!
- +20% speed boost.
- +5% damage and +5% shield.
- Updated Oct 28, 2025 for balance.
Why OP:
- Endless stealth burst. Heal + attack forever.
- Dive backlines safely.
- Must-have in ranked. Pairs with Smoke Trails for speed demon.
Tip: Activate Super, Hyper, unload blades without reveal. Run if low.
Gears (Recommended Builds)
Gears give post-death buffs. Leon loves longer Super + damage.
| Gear | Effect | Pick Rate | Win Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lingering Smoke (Epic/Mythic) | Super +2s (6→8s) | 25% | High |
| Damage | +15% damage after respawn | 25% | +76% rarity |
| Shield | +600 shield after respawn | 28% | +94% |
| Health/Speed | +6% health or speed | Low | Mixed |
Top Builds (From data):
- Aggro: Clone + Smoke Trails + Lingering Smoke + Damage. (Flank king)
- Sustain: Clone + Invisiheal + Lingering + Shield. (Dive and live)
- All-Rounder: Hyper always on.
Use 2-3 Gears max. Vision/Gadget CD low pick.
Skins
19 cool skins! Change looks, voices, animations. Unlock with Gems, Gold, Passes.
| Skin Name | Release/Event | Price/How | Cool Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default | Dec 2018 | Free | Classic ninja. |
| Shark | Sep 2019 | 79 Gems | Ocean bites. |
| Werewolf | Oct 2019 (ween) | 149 Gems | Howls, fur. |
| Sally | Nov 2019 (Line) | 79 Gems | Cute girl twist. |
| True Silver/Gold | Jul 2020 | 5k/25k Gold | Shiny chrome. |
| Dino | Jul 2021 (Pass) | Brawl Pass | T-Rex ninja. |
| Trick or Treat | Oct 2022 | 79 Gems | Spooky candy. |
| Leon the Stray | May 2023 (Pass) | Brawl Pass | Wild cat. |
| White Wolf | Oct 2023 (ween) | Event | Snow fur. |
| Mecha | Apr 2024 | Mecha Squad | Robot armor. |
| Radiant/Shadow Mecha | Apr 2024 | Gems/Pass | Glowy robots. |
| World Finals | Dec 2024 | Champs event | Trophy gold. |
| Graffiti | Sep 2025 | Streetwear Gems | Spray art. |
| Tiger Series (Tiger, IV, Shadow, White, Stalking) | Nov 2025 Pro Pass | Pass | Feral tigers. |
All have unlock smokes. Pro Pass ones hot in 2025. Buy Bling for chromes.
Gameplay Guide and Strategies
Strengths (What Leon Does Best):
- Sneak kills on loners.
- Super fast chases/escapes.
- Fake outs with clone/Super.
- Good in bushes.
Weaknesses (Be Careful):
- Low health – dies to 1-2 shots.
- Slow reload – can’t spam.
- Super reveals on attack.
- Bad vs. poison/clouds (Emz).
Basic Tips (For New Players):
- Always use bushes for ambushes.
- Close the gap fast for big damage.
- Super to steal gems or run.
- Clone before peeking – bait their shots.
- Strafe while shooting.
Mode-by-Mode Guide:
- Gem Grab: Invisiheal. Super to grab 3 gems. Clone distract carrier. Strong (1.55% star player).
- Brawl Ball: Smoke Trails. Invisible goalie or carrier. Lollipop for passes.
- Heist: Super safe, burst turret. (0.1% but good maps).
- Showdown (Solo/Duo/Trio): Roam edges, third-party fights. Clone scouts. Top in Trio (2.62%).
- Knockout: Flank snipers. (1.64% star).
- Trophy Thieves: Amazing! Invisible trophy runs. (5.08% star – best mode).
- Hot Zone/Bounty: Lollipop zones.
Team Play:
- With Tanks (Frank): He tanks, you backstab.
- Controls (Tara): She groups, you pick.
- Avoid: All poison (Emz).
Advanced Tricks:
- Jump pad + clone for sky ambush.
- Super in bush to fake spawn.
- Hyper + Invisiheal: Unkillable for 8s.
- Vs. tanks: Chip far, burst close.
Matchups
Leon’s 1v1 king if close. Loses range wars.
| Enemy Type | Examples | Win Chance | Why & How to Win |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy | Piper, Brock, Belle | 60%+ | Burst before they shoot. Super dodge snipes. |
| Even | Crow, Mortis, Kenji | 50% | Mirror stealth. Outrun, clone bait. |
| Hard | Emz, Frank, Surge | 40%- | Poison reveals, too tanky. Poke far, don’t dive. |
| Tanks | El Primo, Darryl | Even | Chip + Super burst. |
| Controls | Jessie, Dynamike | Hard | Turrets tick you out. |
Tip: Always Super vs. burst like Edgar.
Balance History
Started OP in 2018 (nerfed hard). 2025 buffs made him viable again.
| Date/Update | Change Details | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2025 | Health +5.88% (3400→3600 base, 6800 PL11). Invisiheal 1224→1296 HP/s. | Buff |
| Nov 2025 | Tiger Pro skins added. | Neutral |
| Oct 28, 2025 | Hyper: Speed +20% (from 24%), Damage/Shield +5% standardized. | Neutral |
| Sep 3, 2025 | Proximity dmg 30→35%. Max range dmg buff. Super charge +17% max range. Arena dmg 5→6%. | Buffs |
| Jun 24, 2025 | Arena: HP 450→550, Dmg 4→5%. | Buff |
| Mar 27, 2025 | Lollipop decay 75→150 HP/s (shorter life). | Nerf |
| Feb 25, 2025 | Gadgets: Charges → Cooldowns (Clone 13s, Lollipop 20s). | Neutral |
Full history: Many nerfs early, steady buffs lately.
Trivia
- First Brawler with real invis (not just speed like Edgar).
- Nita lines: Leon calls her when dying – cute sib lore.
- Clone reveals bushes (spot foes 2 tiles away).
- Old modes: Mutation (clones on Super, gone 2024). Wasabi (fake attacks, May 2025).
- Fan love: Top meme Brawler. Ships: Leon x Nita (bro), Leon x Jessie.
- Bugs fixed: Clone Hyper icon, invis minions.
- Voice added 2019. Class changed Assassin 2021.
- 19 skins – most for Legendary!
Leon is fun for sneaky players in December 2025 meta. Mid-tier at 48% win, but masters hit 55%+ in right modes like Trophy Thieves. Recent buffs (health, heal, damage) help vs. tanks. Best build: Clone, Smoke Trails, Lingering + Damage, Hyper. Grind boxes for him – worth the Legendary wait! Practice flanks, and you’ll carry teams. Future? More buffs if meta shifts. Play now!
For more Brawl Stars content, check out these related guides from PinkCrow.net:
- Brawl Stars All 96 Brawlers Stats & Meta Tier List – Includes Leon’s current stats and tier placement.
- Cordelius Brawler Guide – Another stealthy Legendary brawler to compare with Leon.
- Mortis Brawler Guide – Similar assassin style with dash mobility.
- Tara Brawler Guide – Control brawler that pairs well with Leon’s flanks.
- Brawl Stars Explained for Parents – Helpful overview of the game.
