Anyone browsing the Brawl Stars roster in 2026 will still find Maisie worth a closer look. She is an Epic Marksman with a pressure rocket launcher, a knockback super, and a kit that rewards patience and spacing. The conversation around Maisie usually starts with her main attack because it gains speed and damage as it travels, turning distance into real power. She was introduced during Season 18 Brawl Pass: The Rescue, and her futuristic fighter design still stands out. Players can unlock her through Starr Road with Credits or by opening Starr Drops from matches, events, and Brawl Pass rewards. At level 11, she has 7200 health and 3000 damage, which gives her a respectable baseline for a marksman who wants to control space rather than rush into it.

Pressure Rocket: Distance Is the Point

Maisie's main attack is Pressure Rocket. The projectile gathers speed as it travels and deals more damage to enemies farther away. It can also pierce through enemies, hitting multiple targets in its path. At level 1 the minimum damage is 1500, and at level 11 it climbs to 3000. That is a simple idea with a high skill ceiling. Players who fire at close range get a weaker rocket; players who read the spacing get a much more threatening poke tool. The attack is ideal for softening targets from afar, finishing low-health enemies, and forcing opponents to respect open lanes.

Shockwave: A Super for Offense and Escape

Maisie's super is Shockwave. She charges for a split second, then creates a large shockwave around herself that deals damage and knocks enemies back. The radius is 4.33 tiles, damage goes from 1240 at level 1 to 2480 at level 11, and the knockback pushes enemies away by 3 tiles. The effect can even pierce through walls. That makes Shockwave a flexible defensive and offensive tool. It can break up enemy formations, push targets into traps or hazards, create breathing room, or secure a kill when an opponent gets too close. Players should use it near walls and map edges to turn the knockback into positional pressure, especially in modes where area control matters.

Star Powers, Gadgets, and Hypercharge

Maisie's first star power, Pinpoint Precision, increases Pressure Rocket damage by 20% at max distance. It is the natural choice for players who want reliable long-range pressure. Her second star power, Tremors, makes enemies hit by Shockwave slowed for 2 seconds after impact. That slow makes her super harder to escape and gives Maisie more synergy with brawlers that punish slowed targets, such as Spike or Nita.

Her first gadget, Disengage!, blasts the ground, deals damage, stuns enemies for 0.5 seconds, and dashes Maisie backward. It has a 16-second cooldown and is excellent for escaping sticky situations. Her second gadget, Finish Them!, instantly reloads one ammo and increases Pressure Rocket damage by 30% of the target's missing health. It has a 10-second cooldown and is a strong choice for securing eliminations.

Her Aftermath hypercharge enhances Shockwave so that the super also fires 6 basic attack projectiles radially around her. During the effect, Maisie also gains 26% speed, 25% damage, and 5% shield for a few seconds. That makes her super much more threatening in crowded fights and zone-control moments.

Best Game Modes in 2026

Mode	Why Maisie Works	Player Focus
Brawl Ball	Shockwave can clear defenders and interrupt plays.	Use Disengage! to reposition or Finish Them! to close out kills.
Showdown	Strong in Solo, Duo, and Trio settings.	Combine Shockwave with Tremors to disrupt and slow enemies.
Gem Grab	Long-range pressure and knockback help mid control.	Push enemy gem carriers away and save Disengage! for escapes.
Knockout	Pinpoint Precision creates early pressure.	Poke from safe distance and pair with a finisher such as Spike.
Hot Zone	Shockwave pushes enemies out of the zone.	Use Hypercharge to make zone denial even more annoying.

Synergies and Team Play

Maisie works best with brawlers who can either set up her rockets or benefit from her control. Spike is a strong partner because his chip damage and area control match her poke style. Piper forms a deadly long-range duo, as either marksman can finish what the other starts. For tank support, Jacky or Buster can help. Jacky's super can pull enemies close, setting up Maisie's Shockwave for area damage and knockback. Buster offers a more protective route, giving Maisie room to charge her attack and hold a lane.

Gears and Practical Tips

For gear choices, Shield Gear gives Maisie an extra 900 health as a regenerating shield, improving her survivability. Damage Gear adds 15% damage when her HP drops below 50%, which fits a marksman who often trades shots at range.

• 🎯 Aim for maximum rocket distance whenever possible.

• 🧱 Use walls and map edges to make Shockwave knockback more valuable.

• 🛡️ Save Disengage! for escapes rather than casual damage.

• 💥 Use Finish Them! against low-health targets to secure eliminations.

• ⚡ Time Aftermath hypercharge for crowded fights and zone pressure.

• 🤝 Pair Maisie with allies who can punish slowed or knocked-back enemies.

The real question in 2026 is whether a player enjoys the rhythm of charging shots, reading distance, and punishing overextensions. Maisie rewards that style. She is not a tap-and-forget marksman; she is a spacing specialist with a super that can save a fight or start one. Players who learn her timing will find a flexible Epic brawler who can pressure lanes, control zones, and escape danger with the right gadget and star power.