If you've played Among Us for a while, you've probably seen players use lots of abbreviations in the chat. One that often pops up and can be a bit confusing is "SS." So, what does SS mean in Among Us?

Simply put, "SS" in Among Us stands for Shapeshifter. This is a special role for the Impostor that lets them change their look to appear exactly like another player in the game. It makes the game much trickier for Crewmates trying to figure out who the bad guys are.

Among Us is all about deception and teamwork. Crewmates try to finish tasks and find the Impostors, while Impostors try to eliminate Crewmates without getting caught. The Shapeshifter role adds a whole new layer to this game of hide-and-seek, making it harder to trust what you see.

What Exactly is a Shapeshifter?

The Shapeshifter is an Impostor role that was added to Among Us to keep things fresh and exciting. When an Impostor is a Shapeshifter, they gain the ability to temporarily transform into any other player in the game. This means they can copy another player's name, color, and even their accessories like hats or pets.

Imagine seeing your friend, Blue, walking around, and then suddenly you see "Blue" kill someone. But wait, you just saw the real Blue in another room! This is the kind of confusion a Shapeshifter can create. The disguise doesn't last forever; it has a set duration, and after the Shapeshifter changes back to their original form, there's often a cooldown before they can shapeshift again. Sometimes, shapeshifting can also leave behind a small visual clue, depending on the game settings.

I remember one game where I was a Crewmate, and we were down to five players. Red reported a body, saying they saw Yellow vent. But then Purple chimed in, "No way, I was just with Yellow in Admin!" The chat got really heated. Turns out, the Impostor was a Shapeshifter, and they had briefly turned into Yellow to frame them right after a kill. It was such a smart play that almost worked, and it really made me think about who I could trust, even when I thought I saw something clear as day.

This role makes winning as a Crewmate much harder, as you can't always rely on just seeing someone in a certain spot or doing a task. You have to pay closer attention to player movements, how long they stay in a disguise, and any weird behavior. If someone seems to be in two places at once, or their story doesn't quite add up, a Shapeshifter might be at play. It's like when you hear someone use "AFK" in chat to say they stepped away, but then you see them move a second later - something's suspicious! You can learn more about other common terms like "AFK" in Among Us here: What does AFK mean in Among Us?

Playing as the Shapeshifter can be super fun but also really challenging. My first time as a Shapeshifter, I was so nervous. I tried to shift into Green after killing White near electrical. I then ran past Pink, hoping they'd see "Green" leaving the crime scene. It almost worked, but Pink saw me shift back right as I rounded a corner. Total rookie mistake! It taught me that you need to be really careful about when and where you shapeshift, and especially when you shift back. Timing is everything if you want to pull off a convincing trick.

Ultimately, the Shapeshifter role adds a lot more fun and trickery to Among Us. Whether you're a Crewmate trying to sniff out the Impostor or an Impostor trying to outsmart everyone, understanding what "SS" means and how the Shapeshifter works is key to improving your game.

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