Spectro is a formidable ghost pirate boss in Kingdom Rush: Vengeance, featured in the Pirate Kings DLC. As the spectral commander of the undead fleet, he serves as the penultimate boss, appearing in the levels "Skullwreck Bay" and "Treasure Island."
Spectro manifests as a ghostly pirate captain aboard a flying ghost ship, embodying the classic "ghost pirate" archetype. His spectral form and eerie vessel are central to his identity and combat style.
Biography[]
Spectro is the twin brother of Lucerna, a ghost ship captain who aids the player as a hero unit. Their sibling rivalry turned deadly when Spectro murdered Lucerna over a chest of gold, leading to their eternal enmity. Now, Spectro commands a haunted galleon, terrorizing the seas and causing countless shipwrecks on his fog-shrouded island.
Role in the Pirate Kin gs Campaign[]
Spectro is one of the five self-proclaimed Pirate Kings who have seized control of various islands during Vez'nan's absence. As the commander of the undead faction, he poses a significant threat with his spectral powers and undead minions. After his defeat, Spectro is imprisoned in a magical bottle, only to be released for the final confrontation on "Treasure Island," where he is ultimately recaptured.
Powers and Abilities[]
- Invulnerability Over Fog: Spectro becomes completely invulnerable when hovering over the purple fog present in "Skullwreck Bay." This fog not only shields him but also accelerates his movement and transforms fallen player units into Risen Cutthroats.
- Spell Disruption: Every 15 seconds, Spectro disables one of the player's spells for approximately 5–8 seconds, hindering strategic options during battle.
- Airborne Movement: Utilizing his ghost ship, Spectro flies over the battlefield, bypassing ground-based defenses and requiring players to adapt their strategies accordingly.
Combat Statistics[]
- Health:
- Skullwreck Bay: 12,400 / 15,500 / 18,600 / 20,925
- Treasure Island: 6,820 / 8,525 / 10,230 / 11,508
- Damage: 11–22 per shot, with 7 shots per volley (totaling 77–154 damage)
- Attack Rate: Every 5.5 seconds
- Armor: None
- Magic Resistance: None
- Speed: 9
- Lives Taken: ∞ (reaching the exit results in an instant game over)
Minions[]
Spectro commands a horde of ghostly undead pirates include these types:
- Risen Cutthroat: Undead pirates animated by the cursed fog, Risen Cutthroats are fast, brutal fighters who emerge from fallen soldiers to bolster Spectro’s ghostly ranks.
- Corpse Recruiter: Wretched spirit magicians who corrupt the battlefield, turning fallen enemies into new undead minions to overwhelm the player with endless numbers.
- Ghostly Barge: Haunted vessels that silently drift across the seas, unloading waves of spectral warriors directly into the heart of the battle.
- Foul Cockatoo: Spectro’s undead pet bird, the Foul Cockatoo soars above the battlefield, harassing heroes and disrupting defensive formations with rapid attacks.
- Hanged Captain: Twisted pirate souls bound by cursed ropes, the Hanged Captain charges into battle as a heavy-hitting frontline attacker, serving the ghost fleet with eerie determination.
Trivia[]
- Spectro is the first flying boss in the Kingdom Rush series, introducing unique challenges due to his airborne nature. TV Tropes
- His spell-disabling ability is accompanied by a dramatic finger snap, adding a theatrical flair to his attacks. TV Tropes
- The fog in "Skullwreck Bay" not only grants Spectro invulnerability but also transforms fallen player units into Risen Cutthroats, increasing the difficulty of the encounter.
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