Nickel and Dime

Nickel and Dime
Basic information
Target	Group
Minimum damage	3
Maximum damage	13
Strength	Strong
Signature attack?	Yes
Cog performance
Cashbots	Penny Pincher

Nickel and Dime is a signature Cog attack that is performed by Penny Pinchers.

Animation

1. The Penny Pincher wiggles their fingers.
2. A wave of floating dollar signs approaches all Toons in battle.
   • If the attack hits, damaged Toons trip and fall on the floor.
   • If the attack misses, undamaged Toons leap into the air to dodge.

Phrases

• "I think I'll cash in on this opportunity."
• "Could you spare this Cog some change?"
• "This is what I call 'mint condition.'"
• "This'll cost you a pretty penny."
• "Everything has its price."
• "These ones are a dime a dozen."

Statistics

Penny Pincher
Level	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9
Damage	3	4	6	7	9	10	12	13

Origin of name

"Nickel and dime" refers to the practice of charging many small fees for trivial services to maximize profits.