The HISTORY of RAPID BLASTERS: A Mark Above the Rest (Splatoon)

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  • čas přidán 27. 02. 2023
  • this video took WAYY too long to make bruh
    it was fun tho so i dont have an issue with it, will likely make more in the future bc i learned a lot from making this video
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    HeadIn: / headin9188
    if i missed any PLEASE tell me in the comments ill add them here
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    The Shoal - Splatoon 3
    Ink Or Sink! - Splatoon
    Don't Slip - Splatoon 2
    Rip Entry - Splatoon 2
    Now or Never! - Splatoon 2
    #5 Thirsty - Splatoon 2, Octo Expansion
    Midnight Voltage - Splatoon 2, Octo Expansion
    #0 Shell - Splatoon 2, Octo Expansion
    Tentacle To The Metal - Splatoon 3
    Sinkopated - Splatoon 3
    Blop Bop - Splatoon 3
    TWITCH: / fakejacobcats
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Komentáře • 81

  • @ddnava96
    @ddnava96 Před rokem +230

    Correction: Blaster rng is not determined by being mid-air, but by jumping. If you just walk off a platform you will not get any deviation despite being mid-air

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem +65

      yea this is true, i said mid-air because that was easier to understand and i didnt want to go into more detail, but youre right. ill pin this comment so the people know, thanks!

    • @deliwtz
      @deliwtz Před rokem +3

      @@jacobcats_spl I mean this dude explained it in two short sentences, so it couldn’t have been that hard to explain, no?

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem +39

      @@deliwtz i said i didn’t want to go further in detail, not that it was too hard to explain. the “what is rapid” segment already felt too long, so i didn’t really want to make it longer by specifying how jump rng works because frankly the use for falling off of a platform to have perfect rng is so niche in this game that it wouldn’t really matter. in hindsight this reasoning wasn’t great, but its my first time making a video like this… no need to be rude ab it. will definitely be putting some more thought into my future videos, as the #1 thing i don’t want to do with a video is put wrong information in it.

    • @dragonflarefrog1424
      @dragonflarefrog1424 Před rokem +1

      @@jacobcats_spl plz keep making videos. I love this series so much

  • @Voidthe47th
    @Voidthe47th Před rokem +126

    Finally a man of culture that appreciates the Rapid Blasters as much if not more than I do. Been grinding Rapids since Splat 1 days. Nice to know their history throughout the games. When they were cracked in Splat 1 and the dark ages of armor, sting ray, and bubbles in Splat 2. Hopefully we get some great Rapid kits in the inevitable future patches.

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem +6

      they werent cracked in splat 1 but thanks! loving rapid rn

  • @sgamerbro4943
    @sgamerbro4943 Před rokem +64

    I tried the new Rapid Deco kit this morning and I'm really liking how it plays with Torpedo. I'm gonna try and commit to it this season.

  • @JulesLeoDirect
    @JulesLeoDirect Před rokem +6

    I havent played much and not really a fan of blasters in general, but I did think that if I were to try one it would have been the Rapid. Neat to see its history of ups and downs

  • @flz_5848
    @flz_5848 Před rokem +14

    My favorite part about using Rapid in 2 was that it was really good at neutralizing CDS and Nautilus. I don't feel like the weapon has gotten enough credit for that specifically.

  • @Succmaster
    @Succmaster Před rokem +17

    Rapid Blaster is my favorite weapon in all of Splatoon. I have used it since the very first game and Rapid Blaster Deco was my most used weapon in Splatoon Wii U, and I even maxed out it's ink painted. I used all three Rapids in Splatoon 2 and while deco was still my most used weapon I loved them all a lot. I already got Rapid to 5 star in Splatoon 3 so far and I can't wait for even more kits. I will always be a Rapid Blaster main no matter what they do to the weapon, I love it.

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem +1

      awesome! i only picked up rapid seriously about a year ago, but im glad to see another person that likes the weapon as much as i do!

    • @Succmaster
      @Succmaster Před rokem +1

      @@jacobcats_spl Yeah, it's great! Glad to see another Rapid Blaster enjoyer because honestly I feel like it's a weapon that doesn't get too much love. Maybe because the high skill ceiling or because it's not the flashiest weapon, but regardless I love it and will always use it and push the weapon as much as I can. Also super excited for Rapid Deco in 3!!!

  • @GeebzGBZ
    @GeebzGBZ Před rokem +9

    Been trying Rapid Deco and it feels great, never was a fan of using baller, and Ink Jet is a special I am still not comfy with, but man does it feel good to get kills with, makes me wanna learn rapid deco as a pocket almost.

  • @Rageball28
    @Rageball28 Před rokem +7

    I’ve almost exclusively used the rapid pro in Splatoon 3 because I love the main weapon so much. However, I hate its kit equally so.
    For the deco I’d really like to see the Splatoon 1 kit come back with autobomb + trizooka, especially since the trizooka one-shots crab tanks now. I’d appreciate just about any sub that isn’t sprinkler/angle shooter/toxic mist, and I’d gladly accept the trizooka or killer wail from previous kits.

  • @angrydiddykong262
    @angrydiddykong262 Před rokem +21

    Really hope you can cover weapons like this throughout the entire series. That would be a good watch for those not familiar with the first two games.

  • @vacantile
    @vacantile Před rokem +4

    I’ve never really touched this weapon yet I still found this video entertaining, subbed.

  • @VioletsGh0st
    @VioletsGh0st Před 7 měsíci

    so happy rapid has so much history, i kinda wanna see like a small add on to this video about the rapid decos of splat 3

  • @The_StealthNinja
    @The_StealthNinja Před rokem

    This video is amazing, Rapid Blasters are definitely one of my top picks, you've also earned a new sub :)

  • @snivyboy168
    @snivyboy168 Před rokem

    These videos are so good and well researched, can't wait for more!

  • @frogmouth2
    @frogmouth2 Před 4 měsíci

    Imagine being named the rapid blaster when the clash blaster exists.

  • @ayato487
    @ayato487 Před rokem +1

    Because of the tri slosher meta I picked up rapid and now it’s one of my favorite weapons

  • @ohkoxar
    @ohkoxar Před rokem +2

    yo, never knew the history behind the blasters, so this is super cool :3

  • @Splasma
    @Splasma Před rokem

    Great vid. Instantly subbed.

  • @agentblackbird9435
    @agentblackbird9435 Před rokem +1

    Oh my god
    I have been waiting for a “history of Rapid Blaster” video for ages! It went through so many meta shifts in 2, constantly changing variants, so I really wanted someone to cover it
    I picked up Rapid Pro Deco as a main around the middle of 2019, and because it was such an odd pick back then, Rapid Pro basically became “that weapon that Blackbird plays” during discussions. Then everyone else realized RBPD was good and I laughed at them all lol
    I’m still using Rapid Pro in 3, but I’ve tried out both of the normal Rapids in this game as well, as I had played Rapid Deco and Kensa Rapid some in 2. I preferred Deco because…I just suck at Torpedo combos. Rapid Deco in 3 is really fun, and I’m glad I finally understand Ink Mines on Rapid lol. I do agree though, if RBDP had been an earlier meta development in 2, the game would’ve not been as fun

  • @bradiii
    @bradiii Před rokem

    Great video! you earned a sub :D

  • @agentblackbird9435
    @agentblackbird9435 Před rokem +1

    Never knew Custom Range and Cherry H-3 were so good in S1

  • @ryane5281
    @ryane5281 Před rokem +1

    My favourite thing about Rapid was a game when I popped off and got 34 k/a's...
    And lost.

  • @korkad_
    @korkad_ Před rokem +1

    And then blam, line marker on pro deco

  • @SilentVinyl
    @SilentVinyl Před rokem

    Rapid blasters have always been my favourite type of blasters

  • @effluxi9587
    @effluxi9587 Před rokem

    Rapid has always had it pretty good, ngl. Getting essentially two extra kits with very minor main weapon changes is a big deal.
    Wish they'd do that with weapons from other classes too since that's a big part of why shooters and rapid have always had at least one good option

  • @Lvlaple4Ever
    @Lvlaple4Ever Před rokem +1

    Splatoon 2 seriously has the best meta.

  • @nurfgal
    @nurfgal Před rokem

    Subbed! Pretty good video for someone who's pretty unknown.

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem +1

      Thanks so much! I know i still have a lot to improve but its getting there!

  • @cornshot9857
    @cornshot9857 Před rokem

    RAPID BLASTER ARMY LESSGOOO

  • @Rageball28
    @Rageball28 Před rokem

    Came back here to say that while the rapid pro deco is a big improvement on the first kit, I don’t understand why Nintendo is afraid of giving it a top tier kit. Weapons like splash/machine/ballpoint exist. Now my only two choices are the worst special (ink vac) and one of the worst subs (angle shooter).
    Since they’ve crossed two garbage-tier subs off the list, I’d like a third kit. If that ever happens I hope it doesn’t get sprinkler or one of the remaining low tier specials.

    • @Rageball28
      @Rageball28 Před rokem

      The rapid pro has never technically had a bomb in any kit.

  • @citedtoaster256
    @citedtoaster256 Před rokem

    Rapid w torp again!!! I can finaly play it again

  • @retrogade0004
    @retrogade0004 Před rokem +1

    I respectfully disagree about vRapid; while the kit may seem odd at first, it's niche is being a defensive/supportive weapon for splat zones. Now, it's mainly splat zones where it shines, so it does have limited use. But I have found success with it.
    Ink mines on zone is self-explanatory: stall the zone by re-applying paint whenever they push in/shoot at the mine. Tri-strike also helps stall/retake the zone, especially after the buff.
    Ink mine > direct hit is a true combo, although it requires you to be VERY comfortable with Rapid's fire rate and have high aim sensitivity. I've used it to punish dualies/splashes that approach me recklessly. I run 5 subs of sub power up, which may seem overkill and it admittedly is, but it's been annoying enough to work.

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem +2

      “for splat zones” and “vrapid” do not belong in the same sentence lmao. sure vrapid has inkstrike but even then it doesnt have a bomb to effectively paint for strike, and it doesnt help that rapid’s paint isnt good by any means. i get what you mean by using mines that way but this kit is not built for zones at all, especially with rapid’s mid special output. objectively the weapon is bad on zones, which is why you never see rapids (even the ones with bombs) on zone. ttek, neosplash, and zf do it’s job way better in zones

    • @retrogade0004
      @retrogade0004 Před rokem

      @@jacobcats_spl Do you see it being good for other modes then, or should I just drop it?

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem +2

      @@retrogade0004 i mean if youre playing in solo (ranked, x battles) it doesnt really matter as long as youre having fun, but if youre bringing rapid to zones in competitive play youre kind of throwing, so id switch to ttek or neosplash for that. Play rapid if you like it tho! The weapon is still good on other map/modes, especially TC and CB which is where i usually bring it. Im switching to rapid deco for the time being though, its definitely the better weapon in most ways. Either way, i appreciate your feedback a lot! you do have it backwards though, its mainly NOT SZ where it shines

  • @demonicdude1328
    @demonicdude1328 Před rokem +1

    For the love of cthulhu, bring back splat bomb kraken custom blaster in Splatoon 3.

  • @anwnerd1762
    @anwnerd1762 Před rokem

    Id like to hear your thoughts on Rapid Deco's kit in 3

  • @gavinbrown7990
    @gavinbrown7990 Před rokem

    Will you update these video soon or will you wait for the last patch to update these videos

  • @nathanblackburn1193
    @nathanblackburn1193 Před rokem

    Curious what you think of the Pro Deco kit we got in the Sizzle Season

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem +2

      the pros that ive seen push it are using it in a really interesting way; i personally wouldve preferred a different kit but this one is still really cool

  • @Kyzekrem
    @Kyzekrem Před rokem

    If only the rapid blaster deco had super chump, booyah bomb or killerwail 5.1. I feel so vulnerable using inkjet.

    • @CreamIc7
      @CreamIc7 Před rokem

      You are vulnerable but if you use squid form to drop down randomly it can help you live

  • @larrydupp3988
    @larrydupp3988 Před rokem +1

    Yknow I think you like the rapid blaster a lot given how detailed this video is

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem +2

      i just like splatoon a lot really, not just the rapid (ive played rapid for about a year tho)

  • @vertical6866
    @vertical6866 Před rokem

    great video but turn the gain down on your mic a little please

  • @ThisMan555
    @ThisMan555 Před rokem

    Why did you say that S2 C Range has a good kit?

  • @ajax9923
    @ajax9923 Před rokem

    Splatoon 3 rapid deco, or splatoon 2 kensa rapid?

    • @apersonwhomayormaynotexist9868
      @apersonwhomayormaynotexist9868 Před rokem

      krapid is overall better because baller lets rapid survive when people get inside its effective range and torpedo was better in 2, but deco is strong against crab tank from main weapon and special and hitting around small cover is more valuable in this game so its still pretty strong

  • @chebas_
    @chebas_ Před rokem +1

    possible return of krapid????

    • @chebas_
      @chebas_ Před rokem

      let’s see if the deco is good in 3

  • @DryMudkip_
    @DryMudkip_ Před rokem

    What is the next video going to be on?

  • @ABOUNDTANA
    @ABOUNDTANA Před rokem

    I WANT CRB BACK 😭😭😭

  • @nimroddafny7125
    @nimroddafny7125 Před rokem

    I can't say that I expected to find a video dedicated to these things but I'm happy to be proven wrong. I actually disagree with vanilla Pro being better in 3 than in 2. I think that being able to squid roll into Toxic Mist and maintain most of your speed makes the sub far worse in this game and Ink Vac has its uses but is so situational that I commonly find myself not using it even once in a 5 minute game. That being the main weapon is basically my favorite thing ever so a kit that doesn't work with it at all isn't going to stop me. Let alone a kit that's only really held back by balance rather than synergy.

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem +1

      i get what you mean but objectively rapid pro is better in this game than it was in 2. squid rolling through mist is really situational and is almost never done in any significant way, and rapid pro in 2 was just hard outclassed whereas in this game it is definitely the best ink vac user, as well as being a much stronger main weapon in this game bc the direct counter specials are gone. appreciate the feedback though! (also not using your ink vac is a waste)

    • @nimroddafny7125
      @nimroddafny7125 Před rokem

      @@jacobcats_spl it's not that I never use Ink Vac. It's that I rarely find opportunities to take advantage of the protection it provides to teammates. Part of it is definitely the inability to communicate with teammates and not the special's fault so my view of its use cases is at least somewhat affected by that. However even if I manage to find myself in a situation that justifies its use I encounter another issue- it outlasts its usefulness far too frequently and I'm just awkwardly waiting for it to end.

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem +1

      @@nimroddafny7125 that could just be due to your positioning when playing rpro, and keep in mind that you dont always have to be sucking in ink with vac in order for it to be effective because of the large explosion shot it shoots out anyways
      also rapid pro last game was objectively outclassed by CDS, whereas rapid pro this game is the most relevant ink vac weapon

    • @nimroddafny7125
      @nimroddafny7125 Před rokem

      @@jacobcats_spl well I definitely agree that it's one of the better Ink Vac weapons.

  • @shybandit521
    @shybandit521 Před rokem

    Why is rapid blaster not called clash blaster? Why is clash blaster not called rapid blaster?

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem

      rapid is called rapid because it shoots rapidly, clash is called clash because it makes a clashing noise (loud)

    • @shybandit521
      @shybandit521 Před rokem

      @@jacobcats_spl I suppose you're onto something but I feel like clash blaster shoots far more rapidly and rapid blaster far more often gets into fights (instead of ending them in one shot)

    • @jacobcats_spl
      @jacobcats_spl  Před rokem

      @@shybandit521 rapid was called rapid because it was the fastest at the time, then they added a faster one in 2

    • @shybandit521
      @shybandit521 Před rokem

      @@jacobcats_spl im well aware but they should still fix it imo

    • @angrydiddykong262
      @angrydiddykong262 Před rokem +1

      Clash blaster didn't exist in S1, if both of them debut in 1, it'll probably be a different story