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Pokepath TD Cacnea Guide

Complete strategy guide, stats, and evolution information for Cacnea in Pokepath Tower Defense

Cacnea

pokepath td cacnea
pokemon
mid Cost
single

Evolves into cacturne

at Level 32

Base Stats

Power

8

+3.1 per level

Speed

2200

-3 per level

Range

150

Type: cross

Critical

5%

+0% per level

Names in Different Languages

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Cacnea

Overview

Cacnea is a B-tier Boss Killer unit in Pokepath TD. This Pokepath TD tower excels during the All Rounder phase and has medium map dependency. With exceptional single-target damage, Cacnea is your go-to choice for melting high-HP bosses in Pokepath TD.

Tier: B
Boss Killer
All Rounder

Tactical Analysis

In-depth breakdown of Cacnea's performance metrics

Tier Rating: B

Core Role: Boss Killer

Power Spike: All Rounder

  • Consistent performance from early to late game.

Map Dependency: Medium

  • Works best on maps with specific terrain features or corner placements.

Base Stats:

  • Power: 8 (+3.1/level)

  • Attack Speed: 2200ms (-3/level)

  • Range: 150 (cross)

  • Critical: 5% (+0%/level)

  • Attack Type: single

  • Cost Scale: mid

Evolution: Evolves into cacturne at level 32

Strategy Guide

How to effectively use Cacnea

Strengths

  • Exceptional single-target damage against high-HP bosses

  • Excellent range allows flexible placement options

  • High critical chance provides burst damage potential

  • Strong evolution path to cacturne

Weaknesses

  • Slow attack speed may waste damage on overkill

Leveling Priority: High

Cacnea should be leveled aggressively. Every level provides significant value and the investment pays off quickly.

Key Breakpoints

  • Level 32: Evolves into cacturne

Team Synergies

Cacnea synergizes exceptionally well with:

  • Shuckle - Perma-slow keeps bosses in range longer
  • Ampharos - Stun locks non-immune bosses

Building team compositions around these synergies can dramatically increase your success rate, especially in challenging maps and late-game waves.

Placement Guide

Optimal positioning strategies for Cacnea

Optimal Placement Strategy:

  • Place at central intersections to maximize coverage
  • Best placed at 4-way intersections to utilize cross-shaped range

With its long range of 150, Cacnea can cover multiple path segments simultaneously. Prioritize central positions that maximize this advantage.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cacnea