Gimp

Definition

Gimp

Used to describe a character or power/set that is drastically underpowered. A gimped character may be the result of an uneducated build, one that uses a poorly balanced Power Set or combination of sets, or may be deliberate.

In some cases, specific powers or Power Sets in whole are considered gimped by the player base, at least when compared to other powers/sets. Examples of powers/sets perceived as gimped include Electrical Blast and Jump Kick.

Intentional gimping of a character may be done as a matter of preference or as an experiment. Examples of gimped character paradigms include the petless Mastermind and the "healer" (a Defender who doesn't attack).