As an avid Splatoon gamer with hundreds of hours logged across all three games, I was thrilled to discover the new Judd badges introduced in Splatoon 3 that finally give players some brag-worthy bling. After digging into the badge requirements, I quickly set my sights on obtaining the prestigious gold version that necessitates a staggering 1,200 victories in the chaotic Turf War mode.
Based on my years of experience, here is the ultimate guide to unlocking Judd badges efficiently and proving yourself as a battle-hardened Inkling.
Judd the Veteran Referee
First, let‘s cover some background. The laidback Judd has refereed matches since the original Splatoon, judging victors while napping in his scratching post between games. But in Splatoon 3, his role expands to awarding badges bearing his furry mug to dedicated Turf War combatants. Winning matches displays skill, but snagging these collectibles shows true devotion.
The Allure of Judd Badges
So what exactly do Judd badges represent? At a basic level, they are achievements received after hitting all-important Turf War milestones:
- Bronze Judd – 50 match victories
- Silver Judd – 250 match victories
- Gold Judd – 1,200 match victories
But beyond tracking accomplishments, these badges serve as proud symbols for persistent players to flaunt their veteran status. With my gold badge gleaming brightly next to my nickname, everyone knows I have the experience to lead a team to triumph.
Analysing Your Path to Victory
Now for the practical tips on reaching those lofty win totals efficiently. Based on Splatoon 3 telemetry, the average player wins around 45% of their Turf War battles. Using some quick math:
- Bronze Judd (50 wins): 111 total matches
- Silver Judd (250 wins): 556 total matches
- Gold Judd (1,200 wins): 2,667 total matches
So realistically, investing regular time yields badges steadily. But implementing advanced strategies lets you best even 750+ hour veterans like myself more consistently, drastically accelerating badge unlocks.
Unlocking Keys to Turf War Domination
Through countless hours of matches, I have identified and mastered the key factors that multiply your win rate:
Weapon Specialization
Find two weapon classes that match your playstyle and stick with them exclusively. Knowing a shooter or brush’s intricacies helps you outplay less experienced opponents wielding a wider arsenal.
Map Control
Learn each map’s terrain perfectly and call out enemy locations using reference points. Controlling key areas and the vital middle zone leads to dominating the opposition.
Effective Gear Abilities
Coordinate your gear‘s unlocked abilities for maximizing damage output, mobility, or ink efficiency depending on your weapon strengths. This fine tuning is essential when matches come down to slim margins.
Flawless Teamwork
Playing consistently with familiar teammates allows developing advanced tactics like trapping opponents in their spawn zone or rapidly inking their base in the final seconds. Communication is vital.
Dedicated use of these advanced techniques results in vastly increased win rates around 75% for sweater teams. This means badges unlock nearly three times faster:
- Bronze Judd: 67 matches
- Silver Judd: 334 matches
- Gold Judd: 1600 matches
Following this guide allows obtaining gold with nearly 1000 fewer games compared to solo queue players!
Closing Thoughts on Mastering Splatoon With Judd
Hopefully this deep dive helps newer competitive Splatoon players understand what Judd badges represent and how to reach badge milestones quicker through purposeful practice. Soon that silver sheen will brighten up your banner for all to see!
Now get out there, grind your skills, and make Judd proud! Once you snag your own gold badge, return here and share what advanced tactics worked best so we can all keep improving together. Stay fresh!
