Quick Guide
- Jack Noir is a powerful melee skirmisher Terminator in PURSUITCORE, originating from Homestuck.
- His core abilities—Slash, Behead, Omnipotence, and Eldritch Tentacles—build towards the devastating Red Miles.
- Master strategic chaining of attacks and abilities to maximize his damage and map presence.
- Users can counter Jack Noir by anticipating his Omnipotence teleport and utilizing stuns to disrupt his combos.
- Lore-wise, he's considered the strongest Terminator, despite having the lowest base attack damage.
In the high-stakes asymmetrical horror world of PURSUITCORE on Roblox, every character brings a unique threat or survival strategy to the table. Among the most formidable Terminators is Jack Noir, a character whose presence strikes fear into the hearts of Users. Known for his relentless pursuit and devastating chain attacks, understanding Jack Noir is crucial whether you're hunting down Users or desperately trying to escape his grasp.
This guide will delve into Jack Noir's role, his powerful abilities, and essential strategies for both playing as and against this iconic Terminator in PURSUITCORE.
Who is Jack Noir in PURSUITCORE?
Jack Noir is a Terminator in PURSUITCORE, tasked with eliminating Users before they can power generators and escape. He originates from the webcomic Homestuck, one of the foundational pieces of media players are encouraged to understand for a full appreciation of PURSUITCORE's lore. Described as "A tumor on this world, killing anything that moves and does not bother to ask any questions," Jack Noir embodies pure destructive intent.
As a melee skirmisher, Jack Noir excels at whittling down Users with rapid, chained attacks and then finishing them off with powerful bursts of damage. He is renowned in the game's lore as the strongest Terminator, potentially even surpassing BLOCKBOYs in raw power, making him a significant threat on any map.
Jack Noir's Devastating Abilities
Jack Noir’s moveset is designed for aggressive, close-quarters combat and relentless pursuit. Each ability plays a vital role in his hunt.
Slash (F)
- Type: Active
- Cooldown: 2 seconds (0.5s if hit, 2s if missed)
Slash is Jack Noir's primary attack, allowing him to swing his sword for 20 initial damage. This ability is unique because it can be chained up to two additional times if it hits a User. While subsequent hits on the same User deal reduced damage (20 -> 10 -> 5), hitting different Users maintains full damage. A combo ends after three hits or a miss. This mechanic encourages strategic target switching during engagements.
Behead (Q)
- Type: Active
- Cooldown: 14 seconds
Behead is a swift, directional dash that deals 25 damage upon hitting a User. Its power lies in its cooldown refresh mechanic: successfully hitting a unique User instantly refreshes Behead's cooldown, allowing for rapid, successive dashes. Hitting the same User twice in a chain deals 5 damage, ragdolls them, and ends the chain. The dash direction is camera-based, and it can be used mid-air for both horizontal and vertical movement, making it an excellent tool for traversing the map and surprising Users. Jack Noir glows white briefly to telegraph this move.
Omnipotence (R)
- Type: Active
- Cooldown: 22 seconds (10 seconds at round's start)
Omnipotence allows Jack Noir to instantly teleport to the furthest User after a 2-second glow windup. When activated, it highlights all Users, giving Jack Noir crucial information on their positions. The teleport location is marked by a green orb visible to everyone, and it doesn't track the User after being triggered. While typically leaving Jack unable to attack for a few seconds post-teleport, this restriction is lifted if Omnipotence is used during a Behead chain, shortening its windup and maintaining momentum.
Eldritch Tentacles (E)
- Type: Active
- Cooldown: 15 seconds
Jack Noir fires two tentacles in the direction of his camera with weak homing capabilities. These tentacles deal 1 temporary damage and pull hit Users towards him. This ability is crucial for closing gaps, interrupting actions, or setting up follow-up attacks. Importantly, Eldritch Tentacles charge a damage threshold bar. Once this bar is filled by dealing enough damage, the ability transforms into The Red Miles for a single use.
The Red Miles (E)
- Type: Passive (activated by Eldritch Tentacles charge)
The Red Miles is Jack Noir's ultimate ability, replacing Eldritch Tentacles once enough damage has been dealt. Upon activation, Jack Noir raises into the air, and the move's name is displayed across the screen for all players. He then launches multiple powerful red tendrils that home in on Users across the entire map. These tendrils deal 10 damage and, uniquely, inflict permanent damage, meaning it cannot be healed. While The Red Miles cannot directly kill Users, it significantly reduces their maximum health, making them far easier targets for subsequent attacks.
Mastering Jack Noir: Tips for Terminators
Playing as Jack Noir requires a blend of aggressive engagement and tactical ability usage.
- Chain Your Attacks: Jack Noir's core strength lies in his ability to chain Slash and Behead. Ambush Users with a Slash combo, then immediately follow up with Behead to refresh and continue the assault. Learn to alternate effectively to keep pressure high.
- Strategic Behead Usage: Don't waste Behead on single, guaranteed hits unless absolutely necessary. Save it for situations where you can reliably chain hits on multiple Users, or use it as a powerful movement tool to quickly traverse the map, both horizontally and vertically.
- Utilize Eldritch Tentacles Constantly: These tentacles don't slow you down and have a moderate cooldown. Use them frequently to pull Users closer, interrupt their actions, and, most importantly, build charge for The Red Miles.
- Plan Your Omnipotence: Omnipotence is a powerful tool for initiating engagements or closing vast distances. Consider using it to target a User who is isolated or low on health. If possible, activate it during a Behead chain to bypass the vulnerability period and maintain your attack momentum.
- Prioritize The Red Miles: Your ultimate goal as Jack Noir should be to activate The Red Miles. The permanent damage it inflicts drastically weakens the entire User team, making subsequent chases and eliminations much easier. Focus on dealing consistent damage to charge it up.
Combine Behead and Slash for maximum impact.
A well-executed sequence of Slash hits followed by a chained Behead can quickly decimate a User's health, especially if you can switch targets to maintain full damage with Slash.
Countering Jack Noir: Strategies for Users
Facing Jack Noir can be daunting, but with smart plays, Users can survive and even outmaneuver him.
- Anticipate Omnipotence: Always be ready for Jack Noir's Omnipotence. The green orb marks his teleport location, giving you a brief window to react. If you're the target, try to move away from the marked spot or prepare to assist a targeted teammate.
- Beware Tight Spaces: Jack Noir's Behead lunge is particularly dangerous in confined areas like tight hallways. These environments limit your evasive options, making you an easy target for his chained attacks. Try to stick to open areas where you have room to dodge.
- Exploit His Vulnerabilities: Jack Noir is susceptible to stuns, especially during his Omnipotence windup. If you have abilities that can stun or ragdoll, save them for when he activates Omnipotence, or when he's about to initiate a Behead chain. Disrupting his combos is key to survival.
- Manage The Red Miles: While you can't prevent Jack Noir from activating The Red Miles, you can mitigate its impact. Healing items become less effective after being hit by it due to permanent damage. Focus on avoiding subsequent attacks and staying together to support each other.
- Stun and Protect Teammates: The less charge Jack Noir gets for The Red Miles, the better. If he's focusing on a teammate, use your abilities to stun him, interrupt his attacks, and draw his attention away. Teamwork is crucial against his relentless assault.
Jack Noir: Lore, Trivia, and Evolution
Jack Noir's inclusion in PURSUITCORE is a direct nod to his origins in Homestuck, a critical piece of media for understanding the game's broader context. He stands out as one of the few characters directly ported from another source without alterations to his name or design, maintaining his iconic appearance.
In PURSUITCORE's lore, Jack Noir is considered the strongest Terminator, vastly outmatching nearly every other character. This makes his presence in the game particularly impactful, even though he surprisingly has the lowest base damage of any Terminator (20 damage compared to the average 30-35). This emphasizes his reliance on chaining abilities and the permanent damage from The Red Miles rather than raw single-hit power.
His development saw several iterations:
- Early Versions: Prior to his official release, an intentionally overpowered version of Jack Noir was seen, featuring an Omniscience ability with virtually no cooldown and targeting the nearest User.
- Public Testing: He was available during a public test for the DotX mini-update, costing 4,130 points (a number referencing Homestuck's recurring "413"). His moveset was largely complete, though The Red Miles was initially a duplicate of Behead, and Behead itself was a simpler M1 clone.
- Ability Renames: His Eldritch Tentacles ability was once known as "Jasper Tentacles."
While Jack Noir speaks in the Homestuck webcomic, he currently lacks any voicelines or custom callouts in PURSUITCORE, contributing to his silent, menacing persona.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Noir's role in PURSUITCORE Roblox?
Jack Noir is a Terminator character in PURSUITCORE, an asymmetrical horror game on Roblox. His role is to hunt down and eliminate Users using his unique set of melee and pursuit-focused abilities.
How do I get Jack Noir in PURSUITCORE?
Information on obtaining Jack Noir permanently is not detailed in the provided source. However, he was available for purchase during a public test for 4,130 points, suggesting he is acquired through in-game currency.
What is The Red Miles ability for Jack Noir?
The Red Miles is Jack Noir's ultimate ability, charged by dealing damage with Eldritch Tentacles. It launches powerful tendrils that home in on Users across the map, dealing 10 permanent damage that cannot be healed, making subsequent eliminations easier.
What are some tips for playing against Jack Noir in PURSUITCORE?
To counter Jack Noir, Users should prioritize anticipating his Omnipotence teleport, using stuns to interrupt his chained attacks, and avoiding tight hallways where his Behead lunge is most effective. Teamwork and awareness are crucial for surviving Jack Noir's relentless pursuit.
Where can I play PURSUITCORE on Roblox?
You can find and play PURSUITCORE on the official Roblox platform. Visit the game's page for more information and to jump into the action: PURSUITCORE Roblox Game Page