Apex Legends Season 17: Arsenal kicked off with a new episode of Stories From The Outlands, titled "Encore," which, alongside the season launch trailer introduced players to Apex's 24th legend: August «Ballistic» Brinkman, a former Thunderdome champion who retired from the Games after tragedy struck. But now he's un-retiring, determined to take his son's place in the Apex Games.
But despite his reputation for showing off in the ring, Ballistic is cool, calm, and collected--traits players will want to keep in mind if they aim to master this refined new legend. Knowing when to attack with guns blazing and when to stick to the shadows is key to crushing the competition when you're playing this experienced Apex predator and facing off with the game's other characters in battle. Whether you're struggling to organize and operate Ballistic's expanded arsenal of weapons or just looking to see what you'll be up against when you face him, keep reading for a closer look at this well-dressed, well-armed legend's abilities--including tips to help you make the most of that third weapon.
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Callsign: Ballistic
Real Name: August Montgomery Brinkman
Age: 63
Home World: Gaea
Class: Assault
Apex Games Tagline: Refined Gunslinger
Respawn describes Ballistic as a «refined older gentleman living with a beast inside.» Once a popular Thunderdome Games competitor with a penchant for bravado and showmanship, August Brinkman is now coming out of a
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