Chromatophore Laser Build
Pathogenic Chromatophore Lens build: Mitochondria clustering, Overcharge beam uptime, boss phase bursts, and organ routing.
Build Overview
Chromatophore laser centers on the Chromatophore Lens organelle from the Amoeba update: charge during Overcharge, then release a sustained beam through boss vulnerability windows. It hybridizes ranged artillery and Overcharge mechanics without full Secretor dependency.
Bacteria and Spore grids fit lens plus Mitochondria clusters. Amoeba can reshape for long beam lines but needs evolution preview to avoid breaking trait adjacency.
Core Setup and Progression
Skin: first Mitochondria and any placeholder Secretor until lens drops. Intestine shop: second Mitochondria mandatory before lens upgrades. Stomach onward: Traits extending Overcharge duration beat raw damage while HP is stable.
Pair with Trophic Pseudopod for add cleanup during beam charge wind-up. Ballistic Flagellum optional for Lung kiting between beam channels.
Boss and Challenge Notes
Heart bosses punish long channel times—beam during phase breaks only. Lungs airflow interrupts channels—clear adds first with pseudopods or dodge repositioning.
Photosynthesis challenge may ban lens entirely. Hyperplasia timers favor shorter beam windows over full channel greed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Mitochondria for lens?
Two minimum, three for Heart Antibiotics pushes.
Does lens work with Diatom co-op?
Yes if both halves align for beam aim. Communication required.
Lens versus Secretor artillery?
Lens bursts on Overcharge peaks; artillery sustains always-on fire. Hybrid mid-run is viable.