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Rodger is a logical and inquisitive Toon in Dandy's World, known for his impressive Extraction Speed and unique ability to gather Research. A brown magnifying glass with a squinted eye and sharp tuxedo style, he excels in collecting data from Research Capsules and Twisteds. Despite his low speed, Rodger’s passive ability doubles his Research gains, making him ideal for players focused on Research collection.
This Toon is the one to call when there is a mystery afoot. Rodger is a clever detective who is always eager to solve whatever case may arise.
Rodger's primary role revolves around gathering Research, with a secondary focus on Ichor. He is especially beneficial for new players due to his slow speed, which helps beginners learn stamina management. Additionally, his enhanced Research gain makes him ideal for those starting with minimal progress. This guide should emphasize that Rodger is particularly suited for inexperienced players.
Rodger's standout stat is his 4 ★ Extraction Speed, which allows him to complete Machines more quickly. However, his low Movement Speed can be a challenge, so using Speed Items becomes essential to navigate the Floor efficiently. It’s advisable to save these items for crucial moments.
One of Rodger's key features is his Detective Passive, which doubles the Research rewards from Research Capsules and Twisteds. Normally, players receive 1% from Capsules and 5% from Twisteds, but with Rodger’s Passive Ability, these numbers are increased to 2% and 10%, making him an excellent choice for quickly advancing Research on an incomplete Twisted.
That said, Rodger's lack of other abilities, similar to Boxten, makes him less effective if you’re not focused on Research. If you don’t need Research or already have all of it, Rodger might not be the ideal Toon for you. However, if maximizing Research is your priority, no Toon is more efficient than Rodger!
Rodger is a brown magnifying glass with a single eye resting in the middle of his lens. His eye is perpetually squinted from above (perhaps in exhaustion, disdain, or focus). He has no visible mouth, yet he is still able to speak. His handle has a light purple-ish blue band that goes around it. He wears a gray, almost-black tuxedo jacket with dark blue lapels and cuffs, as well as a white undershirt, and a frilly jabot that is the same color as the band around his handle. He also seems to have no noticeable pants at the bottom.
In his full icon, he carries a brown suitcase with him.
Rodger is a smart Toon who thinks rather logically. He often likes to interrogate other Toons about themselves. However, he can be somewhat nosy about it, like in his interactions with Astro and Sprout, saying "It may be safer, but uncovering truths is more rewarding!" and "How about later? I could ask you after this!" Still, he tries to look after the safety and well being of the other Toons.
To optimize Rodger’s effectiveness, it's highly recommended to use Trinkets that enhance his Movement Speed, as well as those that further improve his Extraction Speed. Recommended Trinkets include Pink Bow, Speedy Shoes, Dog Plush, and Vanity Mirror. Here are some ideal Trinket combinations for Rodger:
Movement Speed
► Clown Horn/Ribbon Spool: This combo grants Rodger a permanent 10% Movement Speed boost on each floor.
► Speedy Shoes/Pink Bow: A great setup that provides a 5% boost to walk and run speed, as well as a slight increase of 0.125% to run speed.
Extraction
► Participation Award/Magnifying Glass: This combination helps Rodger complete Machines faster and maximizes his 4 ★ Extraction Speed to accelerate progress.
► Blue Bandana/Machine Manual: These Trinkets provide a 12% boost to Rodger’s Extraction Speed.
Mixed
► Vee's Remote/Speedy Shoes: This combination allows Rodger to instantly complete Machines while also boosting his Movement Speed for better mobility.