Pool Noodle Glove - Slap Battles Wiki
Complete guide to the Pool Noodle glove, a badge glove obtained via the Return to Sender badge using Beachball and Reverse.
Overview
Pool Noodle is a badge glove in Slap Battles defined by its passive ability: every slapped player bounces away with a water splash visual effect and takes a secondary, weaker hit. It is obtained via the Return to Sender badge, earned by combining the Beachball glove with the Reverse ability. The result is a playful, summer-themed glove that turns each slap into a splashy one-two combo, making it both visually fun and tactically annoying for opponents.
Because the passive triggers on every successful slap, Pool Noodle scales with how aggressively you chain hits. Players who corner opponents near map edges can turn the bounce into a knockout tool, rewarding positioning over pure stat checks.
How to Get Pool Noodle Glove
Watch the Beachball and Reverse combo that unlocks Pool Noodle, then read our written guide.
Pool Noodle Ability Breakdown
Pool Noodle's passive triggers on every slap. The table breaks down what happens to the target on hit.
| Trigger | Effect | VFX |
|---|---|---|
| Slap lands | Target bounces away | Water splash |
| Bounce impact | Secondary weaker hit | Splash linger |
| Combo slap | Double hit potential | Repeated splash |
Unlock Path: Beachball + Reverse
Pool Noodle's unlock requires a specific glove combination. These highlights explain the setup.
Beachball Glove
Equip Beachball, the summer-themed glove central to the unlock combo.
Reverse Ability
Use Reverse — the same ability tied to Recall — to trigger the badge.
Return to Sender
Successfully combining both earns the Return to Sender badge.
Splash Passive
Pool Noodle's passive bounces targets with a water splash VFX.
How to Unlock Pool Noodle
The unlock hinges on the Beachball and Reverse combination. Follow these steps to earn the Return to Sender badge.
Get the Beachball glove
Acquire Beachball, the summer-themed glove required for the combo.
Equip Reverse
Use the Reverse ability, the same mechanic behind the Recall quest.
Trigger Return to Sender
Land the specific Beachball + Reverse combination to spawn the badge.
Equip Pool Noodle
The badge unlocks Pool Noodle permanently in your inventory.
Pool Noodle Combat Tips
Pool Noodle rewards aggressive chaining. Use these tips to maximize its splash passive.
- Slap opponents near map edges so the bounce launches them further.
- Chain slaps quickly — the secondary hit compounds on repeated tags.
- Pair Pool Noodle with a mobility glove like Recall for resets.
- Use the water splash VFX as a visual cue to track fleeing targets.
- Bait opponents into clusters to maximize splash effectiveness.
Why Pool Noodle Is Fun
Pool Noodle leans into summer vibes with its water splash effects and bouncy passive. It is not the strongest glove in the tier list, but it is one of the most enjoyable to use, especially in casual public servers.
The Return to Sender unlock also shares mechanics with the Recall quest, making Pool Noodle a natural companion goal for players already grinding Reverse-based badges. Together they form a satisfying summer-themed collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get the Pool Noodle glove?
Earn the Return to Sender badge by combining the Beachball glove with the Reverse ability, which permanently unlocks Pool Noodle.
What does Pool Noodle do?
Pool Noodle's passive makes slapped players bounce with a water splash VFX and take a secondary weaker hit after the main slap.
What badge unlocks Pool Noodle?
The Return to Sender badge, earned via the Beachball and Reverse combination, grants the Pool Noodle glove.
Is Pool Noodle good in PvP?
Pool Noodle is a fun mid-tier glove — its double-hit passive is annoying but it lacks the raw power of top-tier picks.
Do I need Reverse to unlock Pool Noodle?
Yes. The unlock requires the Reverse ability, the same mechanic behind the Recall quest.
Is Pool Noodle permanent?
Yes. Once you earn the Return to Sender badge, Pool Noodle stays in your inventory forever.
Does the water splash deal extra damage?
Yes. The bounce triggers a secondary weaker hit that stacks with the main slap for chip damage.
Is Pool Noodle good for knockouts?
It excels near map edges where the bounce launches opponents off the platform. Time your slaps so the secondary hit lands after the bounce for maximum pushback.
Do I need Beachball unlocked first?
Yes. Beachball is required for the Return to Sender combo, so make sure you own it before attempting the Reverse-based unlock sequence.