Prod

(Up to Game logic)

The Prod weapon is classed as the utimate insult. It does no damage, and only moves worms a very small distance, so being killed by a Prod will bring shame upon you.

Basic Facts

Weapon select code	F4 x 4 in Worms 2 or F4 x 5 in Worms Armageddon or Worms World Party
Type	Close combat weapon
Damage at normal setting (3 stars)	None. Distance pushed increases with power

Tactics

The Prod is only useful when the target is standing at the very edge of a cliff, as the distance pushed is minimal. It is only worthwhile prodding a worm off of a cliff when he will end up in the water, or onto Mines, or when a Firepunch or Dragonball will not suffice.

Criticisms, Problems and Weaknesses

• The prod is only useful in very specific circumstances when a worm is standing at the very edge of a cliff. As it is very easy to avoid being in this scenario, the weapon is used very little.

• Other weapons will usually suffice in such a scenario, such as the Shotgun, which is normally preferred as it gives the user an additional shot.

• The purpose of the weapon is not serious, and so it is rarely used in serious matches.

• The weapon is close range only, and so using it can leave the user in the same disadvantageous position at the end of a turn.

• The Prod is present in the Amiga version of Worms and in the Directors Cut, however it is a hidden move. You must tap AWAY, AWAY, TOWARDS, TOWARDS to activate it.