Center Hill
This large hill structure in the center of the map sees a lot of action across all game modes. Naturally, most Inklings approach this hill via the two grated catwalks or the sloped sides. However, the vertical walls beneath the grates can be inked, allowing you to swim to the top. This is a sneaky way to stage a surprise attack if opponents are camped on the hill. Once you’ve occupied the hill, it’s easy to spread ink along the surrounding, low-lying paths. The low L-shaped walls atop the hill provide decent cover and concealment—ink the surface behind these walls and hide in your ink, popping out as opponents draw near.
Grate Chokepoint
The grated platforms near each team’s spawn point are critical chokepoints. You must cross this grate if you wish to ink the large area in front of the opposing team’s spawn point. Watch out for ambushes here, since defenders on the high ground can easily splat you as you negotiate the grate. Crossing this grate is a high-risk/high-reward proposition. If you can access this back area, you can ink a significant amount of territory, which can pay off during the final moments of Turf War matches. Be careful not to inadvertently swim across this grate—you’ll fall off the stage and into the water below.
Hill Overwatch
These raised brick platforms, near the grated catwalks, offer a great view of the central hill. Since these platforms are slightly higher than the hill, they allow you to rain down ink and bombs from the perimeter—mid- and long-range weapons work well here. This is a good option for chasing opponents off the hill. Such attempts are most successful when coordinating with teammates: provide covering fire from this elevated position while teammates flank from the sides or swim up the hill’s vertical walls.
