Overwatch Blizzcon 2018 UPDATE: New hero Ashe and McCree short ‘Reunion’ revealed
OVERWATCH fans have been treated to some huge news today at Blizzcon 2018 with hero 29 revealed as the gunslinger Ashe.
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Overwatch is getting a brand new hero with “rebellious gunslinger” Ashe revealed at Blizzcon 2018 today.
It had been rumoured that the new Overwatch character - hero 29 - was going to be the Junker Queen.
But instead it was revealed to be Ashe, the leader of the Deadlock Gang.
Alongside a character reveal video the official Overwatch Twitter posted: “Introducing Ashe—leader of the Deadlock Gang and rebellious gunslinger who's not afraid to get her hands dirty.”
Elsewhere a brand new Overwatch short was revealed at Blizzcon 2018, this time focused on McCree.
The Overwatch Twitter tweeted the short alongside the message: “An explosive train robbery gives McCree the chance to settle some unfinished business with a few former associates.
“Watch REUNION now!”
Ashe features in the Reunion short, and a page on the official Overwatch website gives more details about the latest hero.
Here is a character breakdown for Overwatch hero 29:
ROLE - DAMAGE
“Ashe quickly fires her rifle from the hip or uses her weapon’s aim-down sights to line up a high damage shot.
“She blasts enemies by throwing dynamite, and her coach gun packs enough punch to put some distance between her and her foes.
“And Ashe is not alone, as she can call on her omnic ally B.O.B., to join the fray when the need arises.”
Introducing Ashe—leader of the Deadlock Gang and rebellious gunslinger who's not afraid to get her hands dirty.
— Overwatch (@PlayOverwatch) November 2, 2018
Learn more @ https://t.co/XhKgOJGPNV pic.twitter.com/GoZXm0JbZt
ABILITIES
THE VIPER
“Ashe's semi-automatic rifle fires quick shots, or she can use her aim-down sights for a more damaging, precise shot.”
DYNAMITE
“Ashe throws an explosive that detonates after a short delay or immediately when shot. The explosion from Dynamite also lights enemies on fire, dealing damage over time.”
An explosive train robbery gives McCree the chance to settle some unfinished business with a few former associates.
— Overwatch (@PlayOverwatch) November 2, 2018
Watch REUNION now! pic.twitter.com/n6NTRvvPMw
COACH GUN
“Ashe blasts enemies in front of her, knocking them away and propelling herself backward for added mobility.”
B.O.B
“Ashe summons her trusted omnic sidekick, B.O.B., who charges forward and knocks enemies into the air, then lays down suppressing fire with his arm cannons.”
ASHE - OVERWATCH CHARACTER BIOGRAPHY
• Elizabeth Caledonia “Calamity” Ashe, Age: 39
• Occupation: Thief, Gang Leader
• Base of Operations: Deadlock Gorge, Arizona, USA
• Affiliation: Deadlock Gang