BTD6 Paragon Calculator: Master Your Ascended Monkeys

Introduction to Paragons in BTD6

Bloons TD 6 (BTD6) introduced a game-changing mechanic: Paragons. These ascended monkey towers combine the power of all three Tier 5 upgrades of a specific monkey type into a single, incredibly potent super-tower. Paragons are essential for tackling the highest rounds, boss events, and challenging game modes. However, their true potential is unlocked by achieving a high "Paragon Degree," which dictates their overall power level.

Understanding how Paragon Degree is calculated can be complex, involving several factors related to the towers you sacrifice. This calculator aims to demystify that process, helping you optimize your setup for the strongest possible Paragon.

How Paragon Degree is Calculated

The degree of a Paragon, ranging from 10 to 100, is determined by the total "Power" generated from various sources. To create any Paragon, you first need to have one of each Tier 5 upgrade for that monkey type on the screen. These three T5s are then sacrificed, forming the base of your Paragon and granting it a minimum Degree 10.

Beyond this base, additional power is accumulated from three main factors:

1. Total Pops from Sacrificed Towers

• All pops accumulated by the sacrificed towers (including the T5s and any T3/T4s) contribute to Paragon power.
• This is a significant source of power, with a maximum contribution of 90,000 power.
• To reach this cap, you generally need around 16.2 million pops (each pop contributes 1/180 power).

2. Total Cash Spent on Sacrificed Towers

• The total amount of money spent on all sacrificed towers (including their initial cost and all upgrades) also adds to the Paragon's power.
• This factor can contribute up to 25,000 power.
• You'll need to spend approximately $250,000 across all sacrificed towers to hit this cap (each dollar contributes 1/10 power).

3. Number of Non-T5 Towers Sacrificed

• Any Tier 3 or Tier 4 towers of the same monkey type placed within the Paragon's sacrifice radius will also be consumed, contributing to its power.
• Each T3/T4 tower sacrificed adds 100 power.
• This source is capped at 10,000 power, which is achieved by sacrificing 100 non-T5 towers.

The total power is then summed up (with a base power of 10,000 from the initial T5 sacrifices), and every 100 power translates to one Paragon Degree. The maximum achievable degree is 100.

Using the BTD6 Paragon Calculator

Our interactive calculator simplifies this process. Here's how to use it:

1. Total Pops from Sacrificed Towers: Before creating your Paragon, note down the total pops accumulated by all the individual towers (T5s, T3s, T4s) that will be sacrificed. You can find this by clicking on each tower.
2. Total Cash Spent on Sacrificed Towers: Keep track of the total money you've invested in all the towers destined for sacrifice. This can be tricky to track precisely in-game, but approximations or careful planning can help.
3. Number of Non-T5 Towers Sacrificed: Simply count how many Tier 3 and Tier 4 towers of the relevant monkey type you have placed within the sacrifice radius. Remember, the cap for this is 100 towers.
4. Click "Calculate Degree": The calculator will instantly display your estimated Paragon Degree.

Strategies for Achieving Max Degree (Degree 100)

Reaching Degree 100 for a Paragon is a monumental task, often requiring significant setup and late-game play. Here are key strategies:

Maximize Pops

• Early Game Farming: Use the T5 towers (especially the damage-dealing ones) and other sacrificing towers to accumulate as many pops as possible throughout the game.
• High Round Play: Higher rounds generate more bloons, allowing for easier pop accumulation. This often means playing Freeplay mode.
• Support Towers: Utilize support towers like Overclock, Alchemist buffs, and Jungle Drums to boost the pop-earning potential of your sacrifice candidates.

Maximize Sacrificed Towers (T3/T4 Spam)

• Affordable Towers: Spam as many T3 and T4 towers of the Paragon's type as your budget and space allow. Dart Monkeys and Boomerangs are often good candidates due to their lower cost.
• Efficient Placement: Ensure all these towers are within the sacrifice radius of the T5 tower that will be upgraded to a Paragon.
• Monkey Knowledge: Invest in Monkey Knowledge points that reduce tower costs or increase placement limits if applicable.

Maximize Cash Spent

• High-Cost Upgrades: Focus on upgrading the T3/T4 sacrifice towers to their most expensive paths, even if they aren't the most efficient for pops.
• Banana Farms/IMF Loan: Generate immense amounts of cash using farming strategies to afford the expensive upgrades and tower placements.
• Co-op Play: In co-op, players can pool resources, making it easier to collectively hit the cash spent cap.

Advanced Tips and Tricks

• Monkey Knowledge: Several MK points can indirectly help, such as "Healthy Bananas" for more farming income or "Big Bloon Sabotage" to deal with high-HP bloons for pops.
• Adora & True Sun God: For certain Paragons (like Apex Plasma Master), using Adora's blood sacrifice or the True Sun God's sacrifices can help clear rounds faster, indirectly boosting pops.
• Boss Events: Boss events often provide specific challenges and opportunities to maximize Paragon power due to their unique mechanics and high health pools.
• Calculated Sacrifices: Don't just blindly sacrifice. Plan which towers will contribute to pops, which for cash, and which for quantity.

Conclusion

Paragons are the pinnacle of monkey power in BTD6, and achieving a high degree is key to dominating the late game. While the calculations can seem daunting, this Paragon calculator provides a straightforward way to estimate your final degree. By strategically accumulating pops, cash spent, and sacrificing numerous T3/T4 towers, you can consistently field powerful Paragons that will crush any Bloon threat. Happy popping!