Ruin is one of the ten specialists available in the multiplayer mode of Call of Duty: Black Ops 4. Here, we’ll delve into his weaponry, special abilities, and backstory.
Specialists return in Call of Duty: Black Ops 4, and there are currently ten of them, each with unique abilities and equipment. One familiar face is Donnie “Ruin” Walsh, who previously made his mark in Black Ops 3.
Known for his brutal effectiveness with his Shockwave ability, Ruin has the potential to become a top-tier specialist in Black Ops 4 with his Grappling Hook. This tool gives him exceptional speed and mobility options that will undoubtedly appeal to aggressive players.
Special Equipment
Weapon
The weapon is unlocked over time through kills and gameplay actions, and it can be activated with a simultaneous press of the triggers (L1+R1 on PS4; LB+RB on Xbox).
A kinetic device that creates a lethal shockwave around the point of impact.
– Can be activated in mid-air.
– Wide radius shockwave.
– Extremely useful for clearing objectives.
– You won’t lose all your energy if you get killed.
– Destroys enemy equipment.
Special
This can be selected instead of typical equipment like grenades or stun grenades.
Allows quick movement through the use of the grappling hook.
– Quickly launch assaults on areas.
– Surprise enemies with unexpected angles.
– Create flanking opportunities.
– Reach rooftops and high windows easily.
– Take shortcuts by jumping over gaps.
Backstory
Black Ops 3
Born into a military family and raised in a rough environment, Donnie Walsh became reckless and headstrong at an early age. He has been in the army since graduating high school, emerging as a model infantry soldier; the battlefield has practically become his second home.
He is skeptical of covert missions and anyone who operates outside the traditional chain of command—a dishonor in his eyes. Preferring straightforward combat, he remains convinced that nothing can ever replace a good pair of combat boots in the dust. Now outfitted with cybernetic augmentations, he relies on his extraordinary abilities to charge headfirst into battle, crushing enemies with immense strength.
