With the OB30 update, Garena Free Fire welcomed two exciting new characters to its roster of 43. In this expert comparison, we break down Otho vs. Chrono to determine the top pick for October 2021.
Free Fire boasts one of the most diverse character lineups, featuring high-profile collaborations like Cristiano Ronaldo and DJ Alok. Chrono remains a fan favorite, but let's dive into their abilities side-by-side.
Introduced via collaboration with Cristiano Ronaldo, Chrono's Time Turner ability deploys a force field that blocks 600 damage from enemies. Allies can seek cover inside and even fire out from safety.
However, the OB30 hotfix nerfed this skill: cooldown increased by 10 seconds, and duration shortened by 0.5 seconds, reducing its reliability in fast-paced matches.
The newest OB30 addition, Otho is a memory technology engineer from Polytech University. His passive Memory Mist reveals enemy positions within a 25m radius at Level 1 (up to 50m at max Level 6) after each kill, offering crucial intel for aggressive plays.
Both shine in unique ways—Chrono's shield provides defensive cover and a speed boost, but repeated nerfs (OB27 and OB30) have extended downtime, making it less viable.
Otho's post-kill enemy radar delivers consistent strategic value without cooldown issues, positioning him as the stronger choice for October 2021 battles.
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