Choosing a loadout can affect extraction, distraction, and survival. The reviewed community material describes trinket strategies for the regular Toons it covers. This guide is not a complete or present-day character roster.
Boxten: The Efficient Extractor
Boxten is a powerhouse when it comes to extraction. According to player guidance, he functions best as an extractor. For his trinkets, you should use either the Wrench or the V Remote. To complement these, pair them with the Speedy Shoes or the Pink Bow. Using the V Remote allows Boxten to complete machines instantly, supporting the entire team. Because his extraction speed is already top-tier, movement-enhancing trinkets like the Speedy Shoes or Pink Bow are perfect to round out his build. A crucial tip for Boxten players: do not pair the Wrench and the V Remote together, as their effects cancel each other out.
Brightne: The Versatile Nightlight
Brightne is a flexible toon who can fill either a distractor or an extractor role. When you are playing her as a distractor, the meta combo consists of the Speedy Shoes and the Dog Plush. This combination allows her to outwalk most normal Twisted. If you prefer to use her for extracting, you should equip the Magnifying Glass and the Participation Award. These items help Brightne capitalize on her skill checks, making them stronger and ensuring they appear more frequently.
Connie: Speed and Skill Management
Connie is known for being quite slow, which can be a significant hurdle for players. If you want to increase her speed, the Pink Bow is a highly recommended trinket. For her second slot, you have the choice of the Blue Bandana or the Machine Manual. It is worth noting that if you choose to combine the Blue Bandana and the Machine Manual, you will receive a 12.9 boost, though this will not significantly reduce the size of her skill checks.
Cosmo: The Healing Specialist
As one of the game's healers, Cosmo requires specific trinkets to manage his unique stats. For his first slot, I recommend either the Wrench or the V Remote. For his second slot, the Thinking Cap is essential. Because Cosmo has a very small skill check size, the Thinking Cap is necessary to make them more manageable. Additionally, the V Remote is very useful for Cosmo to complete dangerous machines by leveraging his high stealth stat.
Finn: Supporting the Team
Finn leaves water all over the floor, but his real value lies in his extraction capabilities. He works best as an extractor, and the recommended trinkets for him are the Magnifying Glass or the Participation Award, paired with the V Remote. These extraction-based trinkets suit Finn well; they allow him to make use of his ability more often and provide better support for his teammates during a run.
Flutter: The Meta Distractor
Flutter is a dedicated distractor. If you want to utilize the meta distractor combo, you should equip the Speedy Shoes and the Dog Plush. This setup provides an additional 15.5 to her walk speed, which allows her to match the speeds of Shelly and Toodles. This speed is vital for looping the fastest Twisted around obstacles effectively.
Gigi: Balancing Speed and Skill
Gigi is a fan favorite, particularly for her oversized sweater. She is best utilized as an extractor, thanks to her five-star skill check stat. However, because she has low stamina, you might consider replacing either the Magnifying Glass or the Participation Award with a movement-enhancing trinket like the Pink Bow to keep her mobile.
Glen: High-Risk Extraction
Glen is an incredibly fast extractor. He works best when using the Magnifying Glass and the Participation Award together. Combined with Glen’s five-star extraction speed, this combo allows you to extract machines at a speed comparable to V’s normal speed. Be warned: the downside is that his skill check size is equivalent to one star. This set is not for the lighthearted, but for those willing to take the risk, the reward is exceptionally fast machine completion.
Goober: The Distraction Expert
Goober is excellent for distracting, boasting a four-star movement and stamina stat. To get the most out of him, use the Speedy Shoes and the Dog Plush. The Dog Plush provides a 10% increase to walk speed, while the Speedy Shoes add a 5% increase to both run and walk speed. This combination allows Goober to outwalk most Twisted and reach speeds equal to or faster than Twisted Shelly and Twisted Toodles.
Lou: The Speedster
Lou is a favorite for many players due to his unique ability: for every missing heart he has, he gains 20% more walk and run speed. If you are using Lou as a distractor, stick with the Speedy Shoes and the Dog Plush. If you prefer to use him for extracting, use the Participation Award and the Magnifying Glass. These extraction trinkets support his four-star skill check, though remember that the Participation Award also increases the risk of missing the buzzer.
Poppy: The Survivalist
As a starter toon, Poppy is considered a survivalist, meaning she is a jack-of-all-trades rather than a specialist in one area. If you want to assign her a specific role to help the team, extracting is your best bet. I suggest equipping the Magnifying Glass or the Participation Award, paired with the Pink Bow. This setup allows for faster machine completion through skill checks and gives her better mobility to evade the Twisted.
Razzle and Dazzle: The Dynamic Duo
Razzle and Dazzle are unique because their ability changes every other floor, making them effective at both extracting and distracting. On odd floors, equip the Ribbon Spool and either the Speedy Shoes or the Pink Bow to boost their speed for distracting. On even floors, they become efficient at extracting. Their default movement speed is equivalent to Pebbles, allowing them to outwalk the majority of Twisted.
Roger: The Research Specialist
Roger is the go-to toon if your goal is to gather research on specific Twisted quickly, as his research speed doubles. To maximize his potential, equip the Clown Horn and the Ribbon Spool. Given his four-star extraction speed and two-star movement, using trinkets that boost speed is highly recommended. This set provides a permanent 10% speed boost on every floor.
Scraps: The Stamina-Heavy Extractor
Scraps is considered a survivalist due to having high stamina but low movement speed, along with a small skill check and low extraction speed. To make Scraps effective, equip the V Remote and the Speedy Shoes. The Speedy Shoes will help with his movement, while the V Remote allows him to instantaneously finish the first machine he encounters.
Shrimpo: The Challenge Toon
Shrimpo is widely regarded as the most challenging toon in the game. All of his stats are intentionally very low. Players often participate in "Shrimpo challenges" to see if they can survive with him. Because his speed, extraction, and other stats are so poor, there is no single best trinket set; you should equip whatever you prefer, as there is very little room for optimization.
Tegan: The Self-Sufficient Extractor
Tegan is a survivalist, but she can be effectively used as an extractor. You should equip either the Magnifying Glass or the V Remote, along with the Participation Award. While she can heal herself, she is not classified as a healer. Using her as an extractor is a smart choice because completing a machine awards 10 tapes, which helps her sustain her self-healing ability in the long run.
Tisha: The Versatile Choice
Tisha is capable of performing both extracting and distracting roles. For extracting, use the Magnifying Glass and the Participation Award to take advantage of her four-star skill check. For distracting, stick to the Speedy Shoes and the Dog Plush. It is recommended that you avoid using extraction speed trinkets on Tisha, such as the Blue Bandana, as they can negatively impact her excellent skill check stat.
Toodles: The Demon Child
Toodles is a survivalist who is best assigned the role of an extractor, though she can also help by leading Twisted toward distractors. If you don't mind a small skill check, use the Magnifying Glass and the Participation Award. If you want a larger skill check and slightly more speed, swap one of those for the Dog Plush. Her higher-than-average stealth stat makes her quite useful for maneuvering around the map.
As a final disclaimer, remember that you can experiment with any trinkets and any toons you like. Dandy's World is about being creative and having fun, so feel free to mix and match these recommendations to find what works best for your specific playstyle.
FAQ
Which trinkets should I avoid pairing on Boxten?
According to player guidance, you should not pair the Wrench and the V Remote together on Boxten, as their effects cancel each other out.
What is the meta distractor combination?
The meta distractor combo for toons like Brightne, Flutter, Goober, and Tisha consists of the Speedy Shoes and the Dog Plush.
Why is the Participation Award considered a high-risk trinket?
While the Participation Award helps maximize skill check extraction, it also increases the rate of skill checks, which in turn increases the risk of missing the buzzer during extraction.