Central Tower
The tower structure in the central plaza is the focal point of most Ink Battles. As one of the highest spots on the map, it’s a popular hangout for sharpshooters armed with charged weapons. But almost any weapon is effective from this vantage point—rain down ink and look for opportunities to use the Splashdown and Tenta Missiles specials. All sides of the tower can be inked, so watch out for opponents attempting to flank you. Ink Mines can serve as a good deterrent to such dastardly sneak attacks.
Peripheral Parks
The two parks on the edges of the central plaza see little action, regardless of game mode. When spawning at your team’s base, advance through the narrow alley on the left to reach this park, which can serve as a flanking path that allows you to access the map’s center without coming under immediate attack by opponents posted on the central tower. During Turf War matches, ink both parks to secure some easy territory. Since these parks are rarely visited, you’re unlikely to face much opposition. Once you spread ink here, chances are it’ll remain untouched for the duration of the match, allowing you to focus on other areas.
Sculpture Perch
Squid-jump to the top of the hand-like sculpture, outside either team’s spawn point, to get a good view of the surrounding area. Climb to the very top of the sculpture and start spreading ink—mid-to-long-range weapons work well for this. Unless they’re equipped with long-range weapons, opponents below have a tough time hitting you up here. Still, be ready to retreat if you start taking fire. Keep an eye on the ramp to the right—it can’t be inked, which means movement is difficult. Fire down on the ramp as opponents cross it. Incapable of swimming, opponents must run to escape your ink barrage.
