The Agility Tome is a Tome in Megabonk that increases a character's overall movement speed. It is available by default and can be leveled up to a maximum of 99. Movement speed is one of the most universally useful stats in the game, enabling better dodging, repositioning, and resource collection.

Overview

  • Stat: Movement Speed
  • Base upgrade per level: +15%
  • How to unlock: Default (available at start)
  • Max level: 99

Movement speed is one of the most universally useful stats in the game. Increasing Agility allows players to dodge incoming attacks, reposition more efficiently, and collect drops faster. This makes it essential for both offensive and defensive playstyles.

Effects

  • Each level increases overall movement speed by +15%
  • Stacks with other speed bonuses from characters and weapons
  • High levels of Agility allow for "kiting" enemy groups and safer boss encounters
  • Improves collection efficiency when combined with Attraction Tome

How to Unlock

✅ Unlocked by Default

No quest or condition is required. Available from the start of the game.

Synergies

Faster attack speed combined with mobility helps maintain safe DPS. Perfect for hit-and-run tactics with ranged weapons.
Better positioning increases hit rate and makes critical builds more reliable. Essential for accuracy-dependent weapons.
Faster movement shortens collection time, improving overall run tempo and leveling efficiency.
Extra speed mitigates the pressure of increased enemy density. Crucial for surviving high-curse runs.
Combining defensive layers with mobility reduces the risk of sudden death. The ultimate defensive strategy.
Part of the "Holy Trinity" meta build. Speed helps you farm more efficiently to maximize luck benefits.

Best Weapons with Agility

These weapons benefit significantly from increased movement speed:

Katana
Katana
Bow
Bow
Flamewalker
Flamewalker
Poison Flask
Poison Flask
Revolver
Revolver
Wireless Dagger
Wireless Dagger

Strategy Guide

  • Early levels in Agility make farming and survival more consistent throughout your run
  • Especially effective for melee or short-range weapons, enabling safe "hit-and-run" tactics
  • Too much speed can make precise control harder; adjust investment depending on weapon and map layout
  • In boss fights, Agility makes bullet-hell style patterns and area hazards easier to avoid
  • Combine with Cooldown Tome for maximum kiting potential
  • Essential for challenge runs where dodging is more reliable than raw defense

Important Notes

  • The benefit of Agility scales with map size and enemy density
  • Essential for challenge runs where dodging is more reliable than raw defense
  • Works exceptionally well with speed-based characters like Tony McZoom
  • Consider your weapon's range when investing - melee builds benefit more
Tomes Movement Default Unlock Meta Build