Johnny Storm, also known as the Human Torch, is an incredibly fun character to play. While some players believe his damage output is underwhelming, there’s actually a specific way to get more out of him. In this guide, we’ll break down his abilities, strategies, and optimal playstyle to help you get the most out of him.
Understanding Human Torch’s Mobility
The Human Torch is a ranged flyer with solid mobility. His Sprint (Left Shift) is not unlimited—it has a bar to the right that depletes over time. However, it regenerates whenever you attack, allowing you to move efficiently during encounters. The key is to manage this ability wisely, as running out of stamina will slow you down.
When sprinting, Johnny gains an extra fiery aura around him, enhancing his movement. Although his left-click attack displays six bullets per clip, a skilled player who manages his abilities well will never need to reload. His ammo regenerates quickly, meaning you should avoid simply holding down left-click. Instead, weave in right-click attacks between left-clicks to maintain full ammo and maximize your damage output.
Unlimited Damage Output? (Human Torch Guide)
Johnny’s primary fire is unique because his projectiles spread towards the end, much like a shotgun. This means his damage falls off at longer ranges. While attacking from above is useful for area control, staying at mid-range or closer ensures maximum damage output.
To play effectively:
- Alternate left-click and right-click attacks to avoid downtime.
- Aim for headshots, as Johnny’s projectiles can land them effectively.
- Avoid excessive long-range engagements, as his attacks lose potency over distance.
- Utilize his right-click for area control and to create traps.
Right-Click Ability
The right-click is a crucial part of Johnny’s kit. When placed on the ground, it deals damage over time to nearby enemies. To maximize effectiveness:
- Spread the fire patches out, rather than stacking them in one spot.
- Control key areas, such as chokepoints, objectives, or enemy paths.
- Use right-click in combination with other abilities, as it plays a role in several major moves.
The right-click ability also synergizes with Johnny’s E ability, allowing you to connect fire patches into lines. This can be useful for blocking doorways or setting traps. If you’re facing a stationary enemy, like a healer in the backline, you can right-click, right-click, press E, and instantly take them out. However, avoid using this in grouped fights where enemies can escape easily.
Additionally, Johnny’s right-click can pass through a single wall, but not two. This means you can strategically place it behind cover, catching unsuspecting enemies off guard.
Effective Combos
One of the most effective combos with Human Torch involves:
- Right-click twice to place fire zones.
- Press E to connect them into a fire line.
- Follow up with his F ability for a knockback finisher.
His F ability is highly useful when engaging from behind enemy lines. If opponents are distracted by your teammates, flanking and using F to push them toward your team increases your chances of securing eliminations.
Supernova Ultimate & Synergy with Storm
Johnny’s ultimate, Supernova, provides massive area control. When activated, he can drop up to four flame tornadoes. These tornadoes linger for a while and help dominate capture points or objectives.
A unique team synergy exists between Johnny and Storm. Storm can use her ultimate to interact with Johnny’s flame tornadoes, creating a flaming hurricane—one of the most powerful area denial effects in the game. This synergy is especially effective against healers like Luna Snow, making it a devastating combination in team fights.
General Playstyle & Best Practices
- Use your abilities strategically to control the battlefield and trap enemies.
- Stay at mid-range for maximum damage output, balancing aggression with survivability.
- Utilize your right-click and E ability to create fire traps and restrict enemy movement.
- Take advantage of the Supernova ultimate to lock down objectives and deal AoE damage.
- Coordinate with teammates, especially Storm, to unleash powerful combos.
Johnny Storm excels in area control, objective defense, and zoning enemies into unfavorable positions. His ability to control space makes him valuable in nearly every game mode.
