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· Character selection is much more important than you might think if you want to win or win more often in Cookie Run: Oven Smash.
· Some cookies currently show unparalleled performance in the game, which manifests as powerful damage, utility, or excellent performance in various modes.
· In this video, we analyze the strongest characters in the game and tell you which cookies to focus on.

· String Cheese Cookie is different from typical ranged dealers who rely solely on basic attacks.
· It can dominate the entire battle with its ultimate skill, and the turrets it deploys make it difficult for enemies to approach or apply continuous pressure.
· The turrets continue to attack even if the character's position changes, making them very difficult to deal with.
· It can almost completely lock down an area by itself, especially in modes where positioning is crucial.

Mode	Characteristics
Wild Royale	Advantageous for area control and pressure using turrets

· We check the performance of String Cheese Cookie in Wild Royale mode.
· In the early game, collect as many power-ups as possible to prepare for late-game battles.
· When engaging with opponents, use a strategy of temporarily stopping attacks to recover health.
· Utilize card effects and adjust the timing of using the ultimate skill when enemies get close.

· Keep in mind that you can only use one card at a time.
· It is important to recover health through tactical retreats.
· (Player's mistake) Attempted to cancel the ultimate skill out of habit from Mobile Legends, but it was impossible due to the game system.
· Won the final duel more easily than expected, confirming String Cheese Cookie's strong performance.

· The next cookie to introduce is Peppermint Cookie, which performs strongly in Castle Crasher mode.
· Peppermint Cookie is a common-grade cookie but is one of the best healers in the game.
· It possesses both ally healing and enemy disruption capabilities, making it a very powerful combination in team battles.
· It can keep the team alive while disrupting the enemy's flow.
· Basic attacks can be charged to heal allies or damage enemies, with survival and ally protection being the top priorities.

Role	Main Abilities
Healer/Disruptor	Ally healing, enemy disruption, damage and healing through charged attacks

· We show Peppermint Cookie's gameplay in Castle Crasher mode.
· Allies are healed, and Peppermint Cookie's charged attack deals significant damage.
· When using the ultimate skill, it was used in an area where enemies were expected, but an unexpected situation occurred.
· We push towards victory with the final push.

· There were some misplays during gameplay, but overall, a favorable situation was maintained.
· Peppermint Cookie's charged attack is very powerful, and its ultimate skill can also be used like a sniper.
· Peppermint Cookie is not just a simple supporter but a 'killing machine' with excellent damage capabilities.
· Despite being a common grade, it shows strong performance, and if you want to quickly level up a character with minimal resources, investing in Peppermint Cookie is recommended.

· The next cookie to introduce is Dark Choco Cookie, which is powerful in Smash Fight mode.
· Dark Choco Cookie is a versatile cookie that performs excellently in almost all modes.
· Its basic attack, which can hit all nearby enemies, makes it great for playing at the center of battles.
· It becomes stronger in chaotic situations, and its value increases with more enemies around.
· The lightning ultimate skill hits multiple targets and heals health simultaneously, making it very difficult to deal with at the center of combat.

Characteristics	Ultimate Skill Effect
Area attack, high survivability	Hits multiple targets and heals health

· We directly demonstrate the power of Dark Choco Cookie in Smash Fight mode.
· In this mode, the first team to achieve 10 kills wins, so it's important not to die recklessly.
· Participating in battles at the right time is key.
· We use a strategy of hiding and waiting to recover health, emphasizing the importance of survival.
· Thanks to Dark Choco Cookie's power, victory is easily achieved.
· Dark Choco Cookie can be a very stable choice in any mode.

· The last cookie to introduce is Ice Pop Cookie, which is powerful in Drop the Beat mode.
· Ice Pop Cookie plays the role of a 'tanker' that firmly defends the front lines.
· It is very difficult to deal with and has excellent abilities to create opportunities for the team.
· Especially, the freezing ability can completely incapacitate enemies and turn the tide of battle with just a short stun in a fast-paced game.
· When using the ultimate skill, it's important to wait for the timing when enemies are grouped together to allow the team to follow up with attacks.

Role	Key Abilities
Frontline Tanker	Freezing (crowd control), high survivability, opportunity creation

· We show Ice Pop Cookie's gameplay in Drop the Beat mode.
· In this mode, you need to capture points and stay within the area to fill the gauge.
· Avoid enemy attacks and strive for team victory.
· Ice Pop Cookie's crowd control ability is very effective in fast-paced games, capable of incapacitating enemies for extended periods.

· We summarize the four cookies considered the strongest in the current meta.
· They are Dark Choco Cookie, String Cheese Cookie, Peppermint Cookie, and Ice Pop Cookie.