Anyone who has played Apex Legends is bound to have a handful of favorite legends that they gravitate towards. Whether it be because of those characters' unique abilities, backstories, or how they fit into the game's meta, players who spend any amount of time with these legends are bound to find that they are just as well-designed and well-written as characters from other video games.
As of Apex Legends' thirteenth season, Saviors, there are 21 playable legends. Not all of these legends can say they have abilities that are all their own, but every character brings just enough of a twist to the game's formula that shakes it up and gets players excited for each new season. And while it is nice for players to have their own personal roster to choose from, it is just as integral that they take the time to learn how each of Apex Legends' characters plays.
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There are four general legend types as of writing. Offensive legends tend to have the most mobility and thus are the ones who usually instigate fights. Defensive legends excel at holding down a specific area with traps and cover. Recon legends pinpoint the location of the next rings and provide vital information such as enemy locations. Lastly, Support legends aid their squad by providing them with the best gear and (in Lifeline's case) reviving them when they are downed.
Not everyone is going to like all the legends' playstyles, but it does help players learn how they work. Wraith, for instance, can temporarily turn invincible with her Into the Void tactical ability. It is an annoying ability to fight against, but when players realize that it takes a good 1.25 seconds to activate followed by a four-second
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