Hero Blaster Replica

The Hero Blaster Replica is a main weapon in Splatoon 2.

Appearance
The Hero Blaster Replica shares its build with the Blaster. However, the Hero Blaster Replica is mainly black with a pattern of blue dots on the front part.

Splatoon 2
The Hero Blaster Replica is visually identical to the Level 1 Hero Blaster, but is simply a re-skinned Blaster. Therefore unlike the switchable sub weapons of the Hero Blaster, it comes with Toxic Mist and Splashdown. To unlock the Hero Blaster Replica, the player must complete every level with the Hero Blaster in Octo Canyon, in which it becomes available for purchase at Ammo Knights.

Demonstration
https://youtu.be/hmP4rwaZgh4

Strategy
For competitive tips about the Hero Blaster Replica

Note: the strategy advice for Blaster also applies to Hero Blaster Replica, so they share the same strategy page.