Apex Legends' Underdog Ash Skyrockets to Most Popular Character in Season 24

Apex Legends' Underdog Ash Skyrockets to Most Popular Character in Season 24

By Marcus Chen

February 23, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Simulacrum Ash running with sword

Simulacrum Ash running with sword

Apex Legends Season 24 has transformed Ash from one of the least-picked Legends to the most popular choice, with her pick rate soaring from 4.53% to 26.2% - the highest recorded since 2021.

The dramatic increase stems primarily from her new passive ability, Predator's Pursuit, which enables mid-air dashes every few seconds. This movement mechanic, similar to the super glide technique but easier to execute, has made Ash exceptionally mobile and hard to hit.

Key Season 24 improvements to Ash include:

  • Predator's Pursuit passive ability (mid-air dash)
  • Enhanced Arc Snare tactical ability
  • Faster and longer-range Phase Breach ultimate
  • Assault class perks (Battle Surge, Stowed Reload)
  • Additional grenade inventory slots

The combination of these buffs, particularly when paired with PC-specific techniques like tap-strafing, has made Ash a dominant force in the current meta. Her enhanced mobility and assault class benefits make her an ideal choice for aggressive playstyles in the lower time-to-kill (TTK) environment of Season 24.

Community reaction has been mixed, with some players celebrating Ash's revival while others argue the buffs are excessive. Many suggest implementing similar movement mechanics across all Legends to maintain competitive balance.

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