The Spike Factory Paragon in BTD6, known as Perma-Spike Overlord, is a defensive powerhouse that merges all three Tier 5 Spike Factory upgrades. Unlike other Paragons, it specializes in map control, persistent damage, and MOAB-class defense, making it indispensable for late-game rounds, freeplay, and CHIMPS mode strategies. Its abilities allow players to control the battlefield with relentless spike attacks that slow, damage, and destroy bloons over time.
Perma-Spike Overlord Abilities
- Massive Spike Coverage: Deploys a continuous flow of spikes across paths, dealing consistent damage to every bloon.
- MOAB-Class Specialist: Highly effective against BFBs, ZOMGs, and DDTs, with spikes dealing massive pierce damage.
- Paragon Degree Scaling: Sacrificing other Tier 5 Spike Factories increases spike output, range, and damage per spike.
- Long-Lasting Traps: Spikes remain on the track for extended durations, slowing and damaging bloons repeatedly.
- Full Map Influence: Strategic placement allows coverage of multiple paths, maximizing bloon attrition.
- Automatic MOAB Handling: Can manage high-health bloons without constant tower micromanagement.
Optimal Strategies for Spike Factory Paragon
- Sacrifice Tier 5 Spike Factories: Higher Paragon Degree increases spike density, damage, and durability.
- Strategic Placement: Place at choke points or intersections to maximize spike coverage across the map.
- Support Synergy: Pair with Monkey Village, Alchemist, or Glue Gunner to enhance damage, slow bloons, and increase MOAB-class efficiency.
- Late-Game Defense: Ideal for freeplay and long rounds, as spikes provide continuous passive damage.
- Boss Rounds: Use alongside other Paragons to reduce pressure, as spikes gradually wear down boss health while other towers focus fire.
Why Perma-Spike Overlord Is Essential
Perma-Spike Overlord excels in passive, map-wide defense, making it unique among Paragons. It reduces reliance on active damage-dealing towers while controlling MOAB-class and grouped bloons efficiently. Players who master this Paragon can maintain long-lasting defenses, optimize tower placement, and ensure minimal bloon leakage in challenging rounds.
Advanced Tips
- Maximize Paragon Degree: Sacrifice multiple Tier 5 Spike Factories early to maximize starting spikes and damage.
- Optimize Placement: Chokepoints, intersections, and multi-path areas benefit most from spike coverage.
- Combine With Offensive Paragons: Pairing with Ninja or Monkey Ace Paragons balances passive damage and high DPS, creating an almost unstoppable defense.