CHARLIE
A
OVERALL TIER
74
META SCORE
MODE RATINGS
GEM GRAB
88
HOT ZONE
82
KNOCKOUT
78
BRAWL BALL
70
BOUNTY
64
HEIST
60
COUNTERS & WEAKNESSES
CHARLIE BEATS
WEAK AGAINST
BEST BUILD
Star Powers
Gadgets
Hypercharge
Pestilence
BEST MAPS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Charlie is currently S-tier in Gem Grab with a score of 88/100. As a Controller, Charlie excels in Gem Grab and rewards players who understand positioning and map control.
The optimal build for Charlie focuses on maximizing controller strengths. Use the recommended Star Power and Gadget combination shown in our build guide, paired with Speed and Shield gears for survivability in most modes.
Charlie is countered by Brock and Piper, who exploit Charlie's weaknesses in mobility or range. On the flip side, Charlie consistently beats Mortis and Edgar.
Charlie performs best in Gem Grab (S-tier, 88/100). As a Controller, Charlie's kit is designed to excel in Gem Grab objectives. See the mode ratings section for a complete breakdown across all 6 modes.
Charlie pairs exceptionally well with Gale and Emz. These synergies amplify Charlie's strengths and compensate for weaknesses in teamfight scenarios.
SIMILAR BRAWLERS
CHARLIE GUIDE SUMMARY
Charlie is a Controller in Brawl Stars with the strongest mode rating in Gem Grab. This guide collects the key Charlie build choices, counters, synergies, mode ratings and map advice in one place so players can decide when to pick Charlie in ranked, ladder and friendly matches.
Use the matchup notes to compare Charlie against Brock and Piper, then check the mode ratings before locking the brawler. BrawlUp updates these pages from the same brawler database used by the tier list, matchup simulator and BrawlScore coach.
CHARLIE DEEP DIVES
Mode-specific stats and the top ranked Charlie players globally. Each page shows win rate, pick rate, best maps and tier for that specific combination.
QUICK STATS
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Win Rate
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Pick Rate
A
OVERALL TIER
Gem Grab
BEST MODE
BEST SYNERGIES
PRO TIPS
Controller Game Plan
Charlie is strongest when played like a controller: choose fights around Gem Grab, hold useful angles, and avoid forcing low-value duels before the objective is ready.
PRIORITY
Draft Around Counters
Watch for Brock or Piper. If those brawlers appear, play slower, use cover more carefully, and let teammates create the first opening.
MATCHUP
Best Team Shape
Pair Charlie with Gale or Emz when possible. The best comps cover Charlie's weak moments while letting the brawler lean into Gem Grab pressure.
TEAMPLAY