Hero Profile
Williams
Storm Hunter,
Williams, also known as "Storm Hunter," is an Ultra Rare (UR) tank hero who excels at defense.
Rarity:
UR
Hero Vehicle Type:
Tank
Specialty:
Defense
Combat Snapshot
Verified DataDamage Type:
Physical Damage
Attack:
12.9K
HP:
920.8K
Defense:
3.3K
March Size:
350
Tags
Description
Williams is a verified Ultra Rare (UR) tank hero with Tank specialty and Physical Damage listed on the source page.
His referenced base stats are 12.9K Attack, 920.8K HP, 3.3K Defense, and 350 March Size.
Skills
Stun Bomb
Auto AttackThrow a stun bomb attack that deals Physical Damage and scales through repeated damage upgrades.
Additional Effects
- Deals 30% Extra Damage.
- Increase Additional Damage to 70%.
- Increase Additional Damage to 120%.
- Increase Additional Damage to 185%.
- Increase Additional Damage to 270%.
All-Around Armor
PassivePassively increases Williams' all-around defensive resilience in battle.
Additional Effects
- Boost the effect by an additional 3%.
- Boost the effect by an additional 3%.
- Boost the effect by an additional 3%.
- Boost the effect by an additional 3%.
- Boost the effect by an additional 3%.
Iron Will
Tactics (Buffs)Trigger a tactics buff that strengthens the whole squad and extends its effect through upgrades.
Additional Effects
- 10% Boost in Effects.
- Effect duration increased to 8 seconds.
- Effect applies to the entire squad.
- 10% Boost in Effects.
- Effect duration increased to 10 seconds.
Recommended Gear
Early blue gear should usually stay at level 0. Upgrade Ore is scarce, so the best value comes from shifting investment into the first strong epic pieces instead of over-upgrading temporary equipment.
M3 Armor
This should be Williams' first blue gear piece because the HP and Defense gains directly support his frontline role. Keep it at level 0 and save Ore for long-term upgrades.
M3 Data Chip
Equip this second for extra HP. It is still a temporary piece, so it should not receive any Upgrade Ore.
M3 Turret
The Turret gives a little attack and some minor defensive value, but it remains filler gear and should stay unupgraded.
M3 Radar
This is the least important blue option because attack is not the priority for Williams. You can skip it unless you just need to fill a slot.
M4-A Seahawk Radar
Williams' first epic priority. It adds strong HP, Defense, and damage reduction, which fits his tank profile immediately.
M4-A Porcupine Armor
This should usually be the second epic target because it reinforces the same defensive stat profile Williams wants for long fights.
Strengths
High Survivability
Williams is built to absorb punishment. His HP, defense, and mitigation tools make him one of the steadier frontline options for sustained battles.
Consistent Damage
He is not a burst carry, but Williams contributes dependable damage over time while still doing his main job as a tank.
Early-Game Value
Williams works well even with simple gear, which makes him a strong frontline pick for progressing accounts that do not want immediate heavy investment.
PvP Disruption
His durability and disruptive presence help break enemy tempo in PvP, giving your backline more time and space to deal damage.
Weaknesses
Low Burst Damage
Williams cannot carry fights offensively on his own. He supports a team win condition more than he creates one himself.
Susceptible to Control
Hard crowd control can interrupt Williams at key moments and reduce the value of his tanking pattern in difficult fights.
Gear Dependent
To stay relevant late, Williams still wants solid epic defensive gear. Under-geared versions lose tank value faster than well-built ones.
Weak AoE Damage
His offense is mostly focused and steady rather than explosive, so he is less efficient in swarm-heavy situations than true AoE specialists.
Performance Tips
Gear Optimization
Focus on early HP and Defense pieces first, then move into stronger epic tank gear once your core frontline setup is stable.
Tech and Talent Investment
Lean into talents and upgrades that increase survivability, damage reduction, and front-row reliability instead of trying to force Williams into a damage-first role.
Team Synergy
Pair Williams with other durable frontliners and reliable damage dealers so he can soak pressure while the backline closes fights safely.
Promotion and Star Level
Promoting and starring Williams up gives him a much more comfortable stat floor, so he is worth steady investment if he is anchoring your frontline.
Formation Role
Keep Williams on the frontline and treat him as a space-maker. His best value comes from buying time and protecting more explosive teammates.
Conclusion
Williams is a dependable frontline specialist whose value comes from resilience, disruption, and reliable team protection. He is not the flashiest hero in the roster, but a well-built Williams makes the rest of the team easier to play and much harder to break.
FAQ
What are Williams' core abilities?
Williams centers his value around "Stun Bomb" and his defensive toolkit, combining frontline control with reliable mitigation support.
How should I build Williams?
Build around health, defense, and survivability. His best setups reinforce tanking value rather than trying to turn him into a primary damage dealer.
Is Williams worth investing in?
Yes. Williams remains useful because a strong frontline tank with steady disruption and survivability is valuable in many team structures.
What are the best team compositions for Williams?
Williams performs best with high-damage allies who can capitalize on the time he creates by tanking pressure and stabilizing the frontline.
