mantis Archetype in Black Ops Royale

UpdatedMay 22, 2026Season3

mantis Archetype Overview

The Mantis archetype transforms traditional submachine guns into versatile mini-assault rifles by maximizing their effective range and stability. Available on platforms like the Dravec 45 and Sturmwolf, it excels at neutralizing targets beyond the typical reach of its class.

mantis Archetype Ranking

Ranking
3Versatile
Tier
B TIER

mantis Archetype Pros & Cons

Pros
Significantly extended effective damage range.
Excellent vertical and horizontal recoil management.
High bullet velocity for reliable mid-range hits.
Large 50-round magazine capacity.
Enhanced flinch resistance during sustained fire.
Cons
Noticeably slower aim-down-sights speed.
Reduced overall movement and strafe mobility.
Fixed 2x scope is less ideal for point-blank combat.
Lower hip-fire accuracy than standard SMG builds.
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Best mantis Guns in Black Ops Royale

1

Sturmwolf 45

B Tier
2

Dravec 45

B Tier
3

Carbon 57

B Tier
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How to Play the mantis Archetype

Play this archetype at mid-range distances where the increased bullet velocity and recoil control provide a distinct advantage over standard SMGs. Utilize the 50-round magazine to suppress enemies from cover rather than relying on high-speed close-quarters rushing.

Best mantis Perks

Paranoia

You can sense when an enemy is looking at you.

Awareness

Increases the volume of enemy footsteps by a modest amount. You also gain the ability to track enemy footprints.

Skulker

Increases your movement speed by a minor amount. Increases your crouch and prone speed by a modest amount. Increases your swimming speed by an impressive amount.

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Best mantis Equipment

Frag Grenade

Cookable fragmentation grenade

Grappling Hook

Hook onto buildings and even moving vehicles or the RC-XD Killstreak, and disconnect to drop into a Wingsuit glide

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