Weapons & Classes

General
Random Crits	Changes Community servers now have the option for enabling 'Random Mini-crits' (tf_weapon_criticals 2) Random Critical Hits on melee weapons are replaced with 'Triple Hit Combos' on Casual servers Random Critical Hits on ranged weapons are disabled by default on Casual servers	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Triple Hit Combo Melee attacks deal more damage from successive hits!	Changes Melee attacks deal more damage from successive hits! The 2nd hit deals a guaranteed mini-crit The 3rd hit deals a guaranteed critical hit Scout melees requires 4 hits to get the critical hit	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Status Effect: Afterburn -50% health from healers	Changes Fixed some weapons not properly applying the 50% healing reduction upon igniting an enemy Afterburn is removed 100% faster by healing sources instead of being removed after a full second	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Status Effect: Bleed -50% health from pickups	Changes New bleed duration applications are only applied if greater than the remaining duration Now reduces healing from pickups by 50% Bleed damage now stacks from the same source Bleed stack damage decreased from +4 to +2 Bleed removed 100% faster by healing sources	Problem TODO Solution TODO

Scout
Baby Face's Blaster TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Back Scatter TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Force-A-Nature TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Shortstop TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Bonk! Atomic Punch Drink to gain 75% knockback reduction and invulnerability for 8 seconds. Cannot attack during this time. Effect duration expires if 500 damage is absorbed. -50% buff expiration from incoming sentry damage Damage absorbed will slow you when the effect ends	Changes Effect no longer gives thirdperson view and applies a distortion effect around the first-person view. Slowdown changed from '25% when <200 to 50%>200%' to '25% when >250 and 50% if the buff expires prematurely' Effect provides 75% status resistance. Able to switch between weapons during the effect. Drinking soda no longer requires a 'taunt' to occur, and allows unrestricted movement while drinking. Consumption time increased to 2.6s from 1.2s Effect ends if 500 damage is taken. Half of incoming sentry damage is accounted for.	Problem Enemies typically do not shoot players under the Bonk! effect. The slowdown is not impactful enough if the item is used to escape, making it feel imilar to the Dead Ringer. Because of this, this item has been used almost exclusively for Sentry tanking. Solution Making the effect expire prematurely from damage allows the enemy to at least attempt to catch the Scout before he manages to escape. To balance this out, the consumption has been made less restricting.
Crit-A-Cola TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Mad Milk TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Flying Guillotine TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Pretty Boy's Pocket Pistol TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Winger +15% damage bonus +10% faster firing rate +25% greater jump height when active -60% smaller clip size	Changes +10% faster firing rate	Problem Using this gun as a finisher is not utilized as much as the utility of the jump height. The 2-4 bonus damage isn't enough to compensate for nearly half the clip. Solution Adding a firing rate bonus could pair well with the damage bonus, potentially finishing off the target quicker if you land your shots.
Atomizer TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Boston Basher TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Candy Cane TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Sandman Balls earned from kills. Starts with 1 ball, up to 2 max. Alt-Fire: Launches a ball that deals mini-crit damage at long ranges -15 max health on wearer	Changes Ball no longer recharges and is instead earned from kills. Starts with 1 ball when spawning. +100% max misc ammo on wearer Ball base damage increased from 15 to 35 Ball deals mini-crit damage on a moonshot Ball no longer deals 50% bonus damage at long ranges Ball no longer slows enemies on impact Ball lauch rate reduced from 0.25s to 0.5s	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Wrap Assassin TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO

Soldier
Air Strike TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Beggar's Bazooka TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Cow Manlger 5000 TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Direct Hit TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Liberty Launcher TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Battalion's Backup TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Buff Banner TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Concheror TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Gunboats TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Manntreads* TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Panic Attack TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Reserve Shooter TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Righteous Bison TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Disciplinary Action TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Equalizer TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Pain Train TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO

Pyro
Flame Thrower TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Degreaser TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Phlogistinator TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Detonator Alt-Fire: Detonate flare. 100% mini-crits vs burning players 25% damage penalty 25% afterburn damage penalty +25% damage to self	Changes Critical damage increases afterburn duration by 50% Base afterburn duration reduced from 7.5s to 5s Added 25% afterburn damage penalty	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Flare Gun 100% critical hit vs burning players This weapon will reload when not active	Changes Critical damage increases afterburn duration by 50% Base afterburn duration reduced from 7.5s to 5s	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Gas Passer Gas meter builds with damage done and/or time Extinguishing an ally reduces cooldown by -25% Spawning and resupply do not affect the Gas meter Gas meter starts empty Creates a horrific visible gas cloud that coats enemies with a flammable material, which then explodes into an inferno if they take damage (even enemy Pyros!)	Changes Extinguishing an ally reduces cooldown by -25% Recharge time needed reduced from 60s to 40s Recharge damage needed reduced from 750 to 500 Now applies inferno instead of afterburn Now explodes on ignite, dealing 15 damage to the target and nearby enemies Minimum damage to trigger increased from 1 to 15 Charge progress resets on respawn	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Status Effect: Inferno Extinguishing reduces its effect to afterburn -50% health from healers	Stats Inferno cannot be extinguished through normal means Deals 5 damage every half second Pyros are susceptible to it effects Takes priority over 🔥Afterburn. Applied afterburn is added towards Inferno for half the duration.	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Mannmelter* Previouly known as: Manmelter Alt-Fire: Extinguish teammates to fill a Melter meter +25% faster firing speed +50% faster projectile speed Does not require ammo -40% afterburn duration	Changes Heavily inspired by Bad Weapon Rehab Critical damage increases afterburn duration by 50% Hitting a burning enemy will extinguish them, dealing the remaining afterburn time as bonus damage and dealing mini-crit damage. +25% faster firing speed Base afterburn duration reduced from 7.5s to 3s Removed Alt-fire extinguishing mechanic	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Panic Attack TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Reserve Shooter TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Scorch Shot TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Thermal Thruster TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Fire Axe TODO	Changes Changes apply to all Fire Axes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Axtinguisher TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Back Scratcher TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Homewrecker Damage malforms sappers +100% damage vs buildings +40% knockback resistance while active +40% knockback resistance while active Damage malforms sappers Damage malforms sappers	Changes Hammer type weapons now malform sappers on hit +100% bonus damage vs buildings	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Hot Hand TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Neon Annihilator TODO	Changes Hammer type weapons now malform sappers on hit TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Powerjack Damage malforms sappers +15% move speed on wearer while active +15% damage bonus -25 max health on wearer	Changes Hammer type weapons now malform sappers on hit No longer has a 20% damage vulnerabiltiy while active Added: +15% damage bonus Added: -25 max health on wearer No longer grants 25 health on kill	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Sharpened Volcano Fragment TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Third Degree TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO

Demoman
Ali Baba's Wee Booties TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Bootlegger TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Loch-n-Load TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Loose Cannon TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Iron Bomber TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Chargin' Targe TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Quickiebomb Launcher TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Scottish Resistance +50% max secondary ammo on wearer +4 max stickybombs out Max charge time decreased by 50% Charging increases stickybomb count, up to 4 Detonates stickybombs near the crosshair Stickybombs are destroyed by explosives 0.8 sec slower bomb arm time	Changes No longer detonates stickybombs at your feet Stickybomb detonation modified to a clump system Max charge time reduced from 4s to 2s Increases the amount of stickybombs fired at once by 1 for every 0.5s charged, up to 4. Stickybombs fired together have minimal deviation. Max stickybombs out reduced from 14 to 12 Removed: 25% faster firing speed Removed: Able to destroy enemy stickybombs Stickybombs are destroyed by enemy explosives	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Splendid Screen TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Tide Turner TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Claidheamh Mòr TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Eyelander TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Persian Persuader TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Scotsman's Skullcutter TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Ullapool Caber TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO

Heavy
Minigun TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Brass Beast TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Huo-Long Heater TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Natascha TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Buffalo Steak Sandvich TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Dalokohs Bar TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Family Business TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Panic Attack TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Sandvich TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Second Banana TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Fists TODO	Changes Changes apply to all Fists TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Eviction Notice TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Fists of Steel TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Gloves of Running Urgently TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Holiday Punch TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Killing Gloves of Boxing TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Warrior's Spirit TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO

Engineer
Engineer Class TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Buildings TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Rescue Ranger TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Panic Attack TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Pomson 6000 TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Widowmaker TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Short Circuit TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Wrangler TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Eureka Effect TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Jag TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Southern Hospitality TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Pip-Boy Construction PDA Reskin	Changes Item is now is equippable in the Construction PDA slot	Reason The Pip-Boy cosmetic item is essentially a Construction PDA, visually changing the HUD elements and adding animations when using it. This change will also open up an additional cosmetic slot.

Medic
Medic Class TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Syringe Gun TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Blutsauger TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Crusader's Crossbow TODO	Changes Bolts now removes 🩸Bleed and 🔥Afterburn -90% max primary ammo on wearer	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Overdose TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Kritzkrieg TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Quick-Fix TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Vaccinator TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Amputator TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Solemn Vow TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Vita-Saw TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Ubersaw TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO

Sniper
Sniper Rifle TODO	Changes Changes apply to all Sniper Rifles Given a base clip of 4 with a reload time of 2s Reloading emits a sound that can be heard from afar Reserve ammo reduced from 25 to 16 While scoped, the scope emits a small lens flare Fires Classic-style tracer rounds (except the Machina)	Reason Sniper can be overbearing with how constant of a threat he is. The aim is to give him more downtime and make his presence more obvious, which provides players a clear window of oppurtunity to engage. The Sniper should also be wary of these changes and consider repositioning often.
Bazaar Bargain TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Classic TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Hitman's Heatmaker On Kill: Stay focused and remain scoped. 20% faster firing speed +25% larger clip size 20% slower reload speed 20% damage penalty on body shot	Changes Focus no longer has a duration and is only gained from scoped kills. On kill, focus is automatically activated. Firing rate improved from 1.5s to 1.2s Clip size increased from 4 to 5 Reload rate increased from 2s to 2.4s Focus no longer grants 25% faster charge rate	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Huntsman This weapon will reload when not active	Changes This weapon will reload automatically when not active Base damage reduced from 50 to 40 Projectile can only headshot when charged for 0.2s Flaming arrow afterburn duration reduced from 7.5s to 5s Revamped Headshot Registration: The 'extension check' has been changed to make a line from the point of contact, following the trajectory of the arrow. If the closest point from the line to the head hitbox is within 4HU apart, a headshot registers.	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Machina TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Sydney Sleeper TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Cleaner's Carbine TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Cozy Camper +4 health regenerated per second on wearer +25% clip size to primary weapon +25% max primary ammo on wearer	Changes Max primary ammo increased from 16 to 20 Sniper Rifle clip sizes increased from 4 to 5 No longer provides flinch immunity No longer provides knockback resistance	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Darwin's Danger Shield +15 max health on wearer Debuffs expire 33% faster	Changes Max health increased by 15 (to 140) Debuff durations last 66% as long No longer provides 50% fire resistance No longer provides afterburn immunity	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Jarate TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Razorback TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Bushwacka TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Shahanshah TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Tribalman's Shiv On Hit: Bleed for 6 seconds +25% faster firing rate -50% damage penalty	Changes Benefits from the changes made to 🩸Bleed Firing rate improved from 0.8s to 0.68s	Problem TODO Solution TODO

Spy
Revolver	Changes Changes apply to all Revolvers Bullet spread recovery time reduced from 1.25s to 1 Bullet spread recovery now occurs gradually	Reason This change is meant to aid Spy's self-defense when creating distance from threats. Fall-off damage is enough to keep this from being too beneficial for offensive improvements. To note, this is makes all revolvers match the Ambassador's bullet spread recovery.
Ambassador Crits on headshot -15% damage penalty 20% slower firing speed Critical damage is affected by range	Changes Headshots between 1200 to 1536 HU will gradually reduce to base damage	Reason Keeping the damage scale going after headshots become mini-crit damage is much better than a sharp cut in damage. Spies should be able to position himself without having to worry about damage loss.
Diamondback TODO	Changes TODO	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Enforcer +25% damage bonus while disguised Attacks pierce damage resistance effects and bonuses On Kill: Current disguise is retained 25% slower firing speed 50% longer disguise activation time	Changes Attack piercing also applies to sapper armor Increased damage bonus from 20% to 25% Killing an enemy while disguised will not remove your current disguise. The shot fired can still be heard. Increased firing speed penalty from 20% to 25% Disguise activation time increased from 2s to 3s	Problem The upsides and downside of the weapon seem rather tame in practice. The gun isn't necessarily bad, but it is lackluster compared to other options. Solution The on kill effect compliments the damage bonus and gives a unique role of killing off weak targets while remaning undetected. A minor nerf and some value changes were implemented to flesh the weapon out.
L'Etranger +40% cloak duration On Hit: Gain up to +24% cloak per attack -25% damage penalty	Changes Cloak on hit changed from a flat 15% to 50% of the damage dealt resulting in 8-24% cloak Base damage reduced from 32 to 30	Problem The fact that hits reward the same amount of cloak no matter the distance, somewhat incentivizes the Spy to attack further away. Solution This change encourages the Spy to maintain a proper distance to capitalize on the benefit. Being close has higher value, but it becomes more difficult to escape.
Sapper Press your reload key to activate Radar Radar highlights yourself and all enemies in a small radius for 5s. Highlight is visible to both teams.	Changes Changes apply to all Sappers Outlines nearby enemies and buildings for 5 seconds Does not apply highlight on cloaked spies Activating Spy Radar highlights yourself and emits a pinging noise from your position	Reason Spy could use another tool to help fulfill his supportive role. Gathering intel on enemy positions and relaying them to the team is something Spy is already capable of. This addition allows the Spy to streamline this information, making it easier for his team to capitalize on oppurtunities in real time. This also provides the sapper a use while no enemy engineer is present.
Sapper State: Malformed Upon being struck by specific melees, the sapper becomes damaged. While in this state, the sapper continues disabling the building its applied to, but deals no damage and has no additional effects.	Changes Sappers become malformed when struck by the Homewrecker, Neon Annihilator or Powerjack. Buildings with an attached malformed sapper do not benefit from sapper armor Malformed sappers only disable buildings. They deal no damage and have no additional sapper effects.	Problem The Spy puts in a lot of effort to infultrate a nest, especially with the presence of a Pyro. Giving the Pyro another means of nullifying Spy is overkill. Solution Rather than outright removal of this feature, the effects are lessened. With these changes, the Sentry Gun still remains disabled after the sapper is struck. This allows for the Spy or his team to follow up if an Engineer is not present to remove the sapper.
Red-Tape Recorder Reverses enemy building construction Highlights the building its applied to Buildings are disabled for 1.5s upon being destroyed -100% sapper damage penalty -50% sapper health	Changes Deleveling animation is no longer twice as slow Deconstruction is now twice as fast Sapper effect includes outlining the building for your allies that can be seen through walls. -50% sapper health Reversal of enemy building construction reworked: Sapper effects starts 2s after application. If the building has any metal progress towards upgrading, 25 of that metal is destroy every 0.5s. Upon reaching 0 metal, the building deconstructs into the previous level.	Problem TODO Solution TODO
Big Earner +30% cloak on kill Gain a speed boost on kill +15% faster firing speed -25 max health on wearer	Changes Firing rate improved from 0.8s to 0.68s	Reason The Big Earner has grown to be a favorite for the chainstab playstyle. It's speed bonus makes chaining enemy kills who are farther apart much easier. A firing rate bonus was given to make this chainstab potential better for closer targets as well.
Conniver's Kunai On Backstab: Temporarily increase max health to 150 On Backstab: Heal up to 50 health -35 max health on wearer -33% maximum overheal on wearer 20% slower swing speed	Changes Gain 60 max health on backstab which drains at a rate of 1.5 health per second Backstab healing reduced from target's health to 50 -33% maximum overheal penalty	Problem The health gained on kill is absurdly high. A single stab can allow Spy to tank nearly 200 damage, and even more with additional stabs. It becomes even worse when it is paired with the Dead Ringer. Solution Most of the health gain has been changed into a temporary max health bonus. This allows for Spy to maintain higher health thresholds, without tanking loads of damage from successive kills.
Spy-cicle When weapon is active: On Backstab: Become fireproof and debuff immune and do no flicker while cloaked for 5s Press reload to throw your knife, dealing critical damage when thrown at the back On Backstab: Knife shatters and victims turn into ice 30% damage vulnerability on wearer while active 15% damage penalty	Changes Afterburn immunity improved to debuff immunity and duration reduced from 10s to 5s Fireproof duration increased from 1s to 5s No longer melts upon being hit by fire Recharge time improved from 15s to 5s While active, can be thrown dealing its base damage or critical damage upon hitting the back of a target No longer reduces recharge time through ammo packs Backstabs shatter the knife 30% damage vulnerability on wearer while active Base damage reduced from 40 to 34	Problem The Spy-cicle is too similar to while also being either completely useless becuase of a Pyro or being a complete counter to Pyro. Its unique design leaves something to be desired in terms of stats. Solution The knife resistances have been made proactive instead of reactive, requiring you to perform a backstab to recieve the benefits. The damage vulnerability while active forces you to have it out only if you can make use of it, but makes escaping after a pick off effortless. Its ability to be thrown for up to 102 damage crits assists in picking off targets that are just out of reach.
Your Eternal Reward On Backstab: Rapidly disguise as your victim Silent Killer: No attack noise from backstabs +20% ranged damage resistance while disguised The disguise kit requires and consumes a full cloak meter to use -33% cloak regen rate	Changes Kills make airborne ragdolls lose momentum Applying a disguise while cloaked with the Cloak and Dagger no longer makes you blink Disguises provide 20% damage resistance from ranged sources while uncloaked Removed cloak drain penalty Added -33% cloak regen rate penalty	Problem The cloak penalties are too overbearing for the ability to disguise once. Disguising on the field leaves you with no option to escape, relying on the disguise to fool people which does not always work. Solution Changing the cloak drain penalty to a cloak regen penalty will allow you to fully utilize cloak, while still making it a sacrifice to disguise. Disguises have been given a 20% damage resistance from ranged sources, to make it easier to fool enemies who spy check you.
Invis Watch Alt-fire: Become invisible to enemies	Changes Changes apply to all Watches Decreased base time to cloak from 1s to 0.75s Decreased base time to decloak from 2s to 1.5s	Reason Spy could use more fluid engagement. This change allows him to more reliably make plays and gives him more of a chance to escape.
Cloak and Dagger Alt-fire: Become invisible to enemies Cloak Type: Motion Sensitive Cloak drain rate based on movement speed +100% faster cloak regen rate 33% faster decloak speed 0.5 increase in cloak blink time No cloak meter from ammo boxes when invisible -35% cloak meter from ammo boxes	Changes Motion to cloak conversion slightly improved. Total duration while running improved from 6.6s to 8s Decreased time to decloak from 1.5s to 1s Cloak blink time increased from 0.5s to 1s	Problem The benefit of 'infinite cloak' sounds enticing, but the means of getting it forces you fall into a playstyle where you are idling for long periods. While balanced, some additional stats could be added to make the weapon more interesting and lessen the idling aspect. Solution Increasing the 'cloak duration' and quickening the decloak time can help reduce idling by opening up more oppurtunities to position and quickly pick off key targets. The increase in blink time makes it more punishing if you are caught out, encouraging you to position properly and only engage when you can.
Dead Ringer Cloak Type: Feign Death Leave a fake corpse on taking damage and temporarily gain speed and damage resistance. +25% cloak regen rate -20% cloak meter upon decloaking -50% cloak meter when Feign Death is activated while above 50% health	Changes Feign Death activation only consumes 50% cloak meter if activated at above 50% HP Reduced cloak regen rate from 50% to 25% Up to 20% cloak is consumed upon decloaking Removed cloak duration bonus	Problem The Dead Ringer has had a bad reputation, offering quick escapes with little consequences. Many players purely use it for the speed boost and to tank damage to gap close. There seems to be no effort to utilize its intended design of 'feigning death'. Solution The watch has been made more rewarding to incentivize players to uses it convincingly, providing significantly longer duration. However, it is more punishing for using it haphazardly, consuming even more cloak and requiring more time to recover.
Disguise Kit Hold 'Special Attack' to ignore set disguise speed	Changes Hold 'Special Attack' to run at normal speed regardless of current disguise	Problem Spy needs to be able to freely gap-close to get stabs. Disguising as classes that are slower than Spy's speed are unoptimal to catch out enemies, resulting in Scout, Medic and Spy being the best disguise options. Solution Allowing the Spy to freely move at his own speed or his disguise speed will open more oppurtunities to utilize other disguise options.