Ultimate Guide to Bonk Choy in Plants vs. Zombies 2

Bonk Choy is a plant in Plants vs. Zombies 2 and a recurring character in the Plants vs. Zombies franchise. It is a melee attacker that punches zombies rapidly, targeting both the tile directly in front and behind it. Bonk Choy is unlocked after completing Day 13 of the Ancient Egypt stage in PvZ2 and is part of the Enforce-mint family, which enhances its abilities when boosted.

Key Features

• Attack Mechanism: Bonk Choy punches once every 0.4 seconds, dealing 15 damage per punch at Level 1. When given Plant Food, it unleashes rapid punches in a 3x3 area, dealing up to 1500 total damage.
• Upgrades: As Bonk Choy levels up, its damage, toughness, and Plant Food effect improve significantly. For example, at higher levels, it deals increased damage per punch and has faster recharge times.
• Strategy: Bonk Choy excels at high DPS (damage per second) but has limited range. It is ideal for handling zombies that breach defenses or for countering specific enemies like Prospector Zombies or Mecha-Football Zombies. However, it is vulnerable to swarms and long-range attackers.

Origins

Bonk Choy's design is inspired by bok choy, a type of Chinese cabbage. Its name combines "bok choy" with "bonk," referencing the sound of punching. Its Chinese name (菜问) pays homage to Yip Man, Bruce Lee's teacher.

Appearance in Other Games

Bonk Choy has appeared in multiple PvZ titles, including Plants vs. Zombies 3, where it retains its melee attack style with additional abilities like firing short-ranged fireballs when upgraded. It also features as a Potted Plant in the Garden Warfare series.