What does the Deflector Parasol do?

A single-use deployment with strong knockback that can launch multiple enemies at once. Named in the Pitfall Parasol achievement which requires knocking foes into pits (Exophase).

Does it deflect projectiles?

The name and PSN Blog "block" Sidearm role suggest yes, but projectile-deflection function is not confirmed in detail pre-launch.

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Deflector Parasol

An umbrella-shaped Sidearm with strong knockback properties, named explicitly in the 'Pitfall Parasol' achievement.

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Overview

An umbrella-shaped Sidearm with strong knockback properties, named explicitly in the 'Pitfall Parasol' achievement.

Unlock — Found in the field by breaking pre-determined destructible objects. Specific area not confirmed pre-launch. [uncertain — exact location]

Mechanics

Single-use deployment that produces a knockback effect strong enough to launch multiple enemies at once. The 'Pitfall Parasol' achievement requires knocking multiple enemies into a pit using a single Deflector Parasol, indicating that pit-room encounters are its signature use. The name 'Deflector' also suggests it may double as a projectile-deflecting block tool, fitting the PlayStation Blog 'block' Sidearm role. [uncertain — projectile-deflection function]. Best against grouped enemies near pits, hazards, or ledges. Lost on death.

Strategy

→ Single-use deployment that produces a knockback effect strong enough to launch multiple enemies at once
→ The 'Pitfall Parasol' achievement requires knocking multiple enemies into a pit using a single Deflector Parasol, indicating that pit-room encounters are its signature use
→ The name 'Deflector' also suggests it may double as a projectile-deflecting block tool, fitting the PlayStation Blog 'block' Sidearm role
→ [uncertain — projectile-deflection function]
→ Best against grouped enemies near pits, hazards, or ledges
→ Lost on death.

No cross-references recorded yet for this entity.

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Frequently asked about Deflector Parasol

What does the Deflector Parasol do?: A single-use deployment with strong knockback that can launch multiple enemies at once. Named in the Pitfall Parasol achievement which requires knocking foes into pits (Exophase).
Does it deflect projectiles?: The name and PSN Blog "block" Sidearm role suggest yes, but projectile-deflection function is not confirmed in detail pre-launch.

What we don't know yet

Some fields above are sourced from pre-launch demos and press materials. Expect refinements post-release. Sources tab lists what we used.