Brawl Stars Rey Guide - Release Date, Stats, Kit and Best Build

Rey is a new Mythic Marksman coming to Brawl Stars in December 2026, alongside Ruby. You can choose either Brawler for free during Brawlidays. Rey specializes in marking enemies and dealing more damage the longer he keeps them in sight. His Super can target multiple visible enemies, while his Hypercharge helps reveal hidden and invisible opponents.

Below, you'll find everything you need to know about Rey, including his release date, confirmed abilities, Gadgets, Star Powers, Hypercharge, recommended build, best modes, and counters.

Brawl Stars Rey Quick Overview

Detail	Information
Rarity	Mythic
Class	Marksman
Release	December 2026 (Brawlidays)
How to Get	Choose Rey or Ruby for free during Brawlidays
Partner Brawler	Ruby (Power Couple synergy)
Recommended Build	Rey Lopez + En Passant
Recommended Modes	Bounty, Knockout, Hot Zone
Mastery Title	Checkmate
Prestige Title	Grandmaster

Brawl Stars Rey Release Date and How to Get Him Free

Rey is scheduled to arrive alongside Ruby during the Brawlidays season in December 2026. Supercell has confirmed that players will be able to choose either Rey or Ruby for free through the holiday event. However, the exact release date and claiming process have not yet been announced.

If you want to unlock more Brawlers and upgrade your roster before Rey arrives, you can buy Brawl Stars gems through LDShop. You can also check the LDShop official website for available top-up offers.

Remember that the free Brawler selection happens inside the game. Never share your Supercell ID password or login verification code with third-party websites claiming to offer free Rey unlocks.

Rey Stats and Damage

Supercell's November 2026 release notes confirm Rey's core abilities and several important damage values. However, the official notes do not provide a complete Power 1 and Power 11 stat sheet, so exact health, attack scaling, and other unlisted values should not be treated as confirmed.

Stat or Ability	Confirmed Information
Main Attack Damage	1,800-3,600 depending on mark charge
Hypercharge Mark	Up to 2,700 damage
Super Aiming Time	Up to 3 seconds
Super Shield	30% while aiming
Ruby Healing (Synergy)	800 HP from Rey's main attack
Movement Bonus (Synergy)	10% faster movement toward Ruby

Three important things to understand about Rey:

• His damage increases with time on target. Keeping enemies in his aiming spotlight fills the mark meter and makes his attacks hit harder.
• His Super provides defensive value. Rey gains a 30% shield while aiming, giving him more protection before releasing his shots.
• His Hypercharge counters stealth. Winning Position reveals invisible enemies and applies stronger marks, making it useful against Brawlers who rely on hiding.

 

Rey Attack: Marked for Greatness

Rey's main attack, Marked for Greatness, focuses on keeping enemies in his sights. A spotlight appears around his aiming area, and enemies inside it gradually build up a mark meter. The fuller the meter gets, the more damage Rey deals when he fires.

• You can mark multiple enemies by moving your aim across them.
• The longer an enemy stays in your spotlight, the more damage your attack can deal.
• Missing a shot does not automatically remove an enemy's existing mark.
• Enemies can see when they are being marked, giving them a chance to move behind cover.

This makes positioning and patience important. Instead of firing immediately, try to keep your aim on an enemy long enough to build a stronger mark. Watch for opponents who retreat behind walls when they notice the spotlight.

Rey Super: Endgame

Endgame allows Rey to aim for up to 3 seconds. During this time, he gains a 30% shield and marks visible enemies within range. Once the aiming period ends, he fires at each marked target.

You can activate the Super again to fire early instead of waiting for the full aiming time. This gives you more control over when to release the attack, although enemies with incomplete marks will take less damage.

Rey's Super is especially useful when multiple opponents are visible at once. Try to activate it when enemies are grouped together or when your team needs pressure on several targets. Keep in mind that walls and obstacles can block your line of sight, so choose your position carefully.

Rey Gadgets

Rey has two Gadgets that offer different ways to deal with enemies. Rey Lopez is a strong offensive option, while Queen's Gambit provides knockback against opponents who get too close.

Gadget	Effect	When to Use
Queen's Gambit	Fires a cone of 5 queens that push back enemies hit.	Against assassins and close-range divers.
Rey Lopez	Throws a knight that fully marks enemies and slows them by 20% for 2 seconds.	For setting up powerful attacks without waiting for a full mark.

Rey Star Powers

Rey's Star Powers help him control enemies and spread marks between targets. En Passant is particularly useful when fighting multiple opponents, while Clock Management provides additional slowing utility.

Star Power	Effect	When to Use
Clock Management	Slows enemies being marked by his Super by 15%.	Against enemies who need to move quickly to escape his Super.
En Passant	Hitting a fully marked enemy with his main attack or Super applies a full mark to the closest enemy in range.	Team fights and situations with multiple nearby enemies.

Older community information may list Clock Management with a 25% slow, but Supercell's November 2026 release notes confirm the current announced value is 15%. Always check the latest Brawl Stars maintenance and update information for any later balance changes.

Rey Hypercharge: Winning Position

Winning Position upgrades Rey's Super by revealing invisible enemies and applying Hyper Marks that deal up to 2,700 damage when triggered.

This makes the Hypercharge particularly useful against opponents who depend on invisibility or stealth to approach your team. It also gives Rey another way to pressure enemies hiding in bushes.

However, you should save it for the right moment rather than activating it whenever it becomes available. Try to use Winning Position when several enemies are within range or when you need to reveal opponents who are preparing an ambush.

Best Rey Build in Brawl Stars

Recommended Build: Rey Lopez + En Passant

For a general-purpose setup, Rey Lopez + En Passant is a strong combination to start with.

Rey Lopez lets you fully mark an enemy and apply a 20% slow for 2 seconds. This helps Rey land a powerful attack without waiting for the mark meter to fill naturally. En Passant then spreads a full mark to another nearby enemy whenever you hit a fully marked target.

Together, these abilities make Rey more effective when multiple opponents are fighting in the same area.

Situational Build Changes

• Choose Queen's Gambit when the enemy team has assassins such as Edgar, Mortis, or Crow. Its knockback can help create space when opponents get too close.
• Choose Clock Management when you want extra control over enemies during your Super, particularly when your team can follow up on slowed targets.

En Passant is a good starting choice because it works with both Rey's main attack and Super. However, the best combination can change depending on the map and enemy team composition.

Best Modes and Maps for Rey

Rey's long-range marking mechanic makes him a natural fit for modes where controlling open lanes and landing accurate shots are important. He may struggle more on maps with many walls or against teams that can quickly dive him.

Mode	Rating	Reason
Bounty	Strong	Long sightlines make it easier to keep enemies marked.
Knockout	Strong	High damage against marked targets can help secure eliminations.
Hot Zone	Good	His Super can pressure several enemies contesting the same objective.
Gem Grab	Average	Walls around the middle lanes can interrupt his marking opportunities.
Brawl Ball	Weak	Close-range fights and tight spaces can make it harder to keep enemies in sight.
Solo Showdown	Weak	His lack of mobility can make it difficult to escape close-range threats.

Open maps such as Shooting Star and Out in the Open are worth trying because they give Rey more opportunities to maintain line of sight. On wall-heavy maps, enemies can break his marks by moving behind cover.

Rey Counters and Weaknesses

Despite his high damage potential, Rey has some clear weaknesses. His main attack needs time to build marks, so enemies who quickly move in and out of his line of sight can make it difficult for him to reach maximum damage.

Other Marksmen who can peek from behind walls and fire quickly may also give him trouble. Since Rey does not have a built-in movement ability, aggressive assassins can become another major threat once they reach him.

How to Beat Rey

• Break line of sight. Move behind a wall when you see Rey marking you to prevent his damage from building further.
• Use cover against his Super. Do not rely only on dashing away. Walls can block his targeting and shots.
• Attack while he aims. Rey cannot use his main attack while preparing his Super, so this can be an opportunity to pressure him.
• Bait Queen's Gambit. If Rey uses this Gadget, wait for its effect before committing to a close-range attack.

Rey or Ruby: Which Free Brawler Should You Pick?

Supercell has confirmed that players can choose either Rey or Ruby for free during Brawlidays in December 2026. Both are Mythic Brawlers, but they have very different playstyles.

Pick	Choose If You...
Rey	Enjoy sniping, high-damage shots, and controlling open lanes.
Ruby	Prefer area control, close-range pressure, and dealing with tanks.

Rey and Ruby also have a special synergy trait called Power Couple. When they are on the same team, Rey's main attack heals Ruby for 800 HP, while Ruby's main attack heals Rey for 400 HP. Both also move 10% faster when moving toward their partner.

This bonus makes them an interesting duo, especially if you regularly play with a friend. However, you should choose based on your preferred playstyle rather than the synergy alone. If you prefer long-range damage, Rey is the better fit. If you want more area control, Ruby may suit you better.

Conclusion

Rey brings a unique marking mechanic, a multi-target Super, and a Hypercharge that can reveal invisible enemies to Brawl Stars. He arrives in December 2026 alongside Ruby, with one of the two available as a free Brawlidays reward.

For a starting build, try Rey Lopez + En Passant, focus on open maps, and learn when to hold your aim for a fully charged mark. His effectiveness will become clearer once players have more hands-on experience after release, so keep an eye on future balance changes before settling on a final build.