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October 22, 20265 min read

Talon | Doppler Phase 2: pattern tiers, phases, and paint seeds

Learn what pattern tiers mean on the Talon | Doppler Phase 2: paint seed (0 to 999), Doppler / Gamma classification, 3 categories cataloged by CubeSKINs, and how they change the market price. Includes references like Pink Galaxy #1.

Part of the CS2 tiers and patterns series, matched to the CubeSKINs detector for Talon | Doppler Phase 2 (Doppler / Gamma).

Family

Doppler / Gamma

Tier levels

3 tiers

Cataloged seeds

117+

Overview

The Talon | Doppler Phase 2 belongs to the Doppler family. Beyond the phase, the paint seed changes the pink, red, green, or black on the blade.

Tiers like Pink Galaxy or max coverage come from community mapping. Tier 1 marks the most eye-catching patterns with the most liquidity on the secondary market.

What a paint seed is and why it matters

The paint seed (pattern index) is a whole number, usually 0 to 999, fixed when the item is created. It has nothing to do with float. Two identical weapons can have different seeds and different prices on this skin.

Check the seed through the inspect link on Steam. On CubeSKINs, the seed is read automatically along with float and stickers when you get a quote for your inventory or browse the marketplace.

Cataloged tiers for the Talon | Doppler Phase 2

This is the catalog behind our quotes and inspector. Names like Blue Gem Tier 1, Full Fade, or Pink Galaxy follow the community's international conventions.

Tier 11 category

The most sought-after patterns and, in general, the most expensive on this skin.

Pink Galaxy #1

Maximum pink coverage on the blade

Paint seeds

151956101133159192214239261301350474495501505565585+10 seeds

Tier 21 category

Strong variants that collectors still value.

Max Pink - Tier 2

Medium pink coverage on the blade

Paint seeds

132535144174199200207258317343349355410434439443451+19 seeds

Tier 31 category

Strong variants that collectors still value.

Max Pink - Tier 3

Medium pink coverage on the blade

Paint seeds

43645556586118134148185219225245264305306316330+34 seeds

Paint seed lookup index

Each row answers: "What tier is seed N on the Talon | Doppler Phase 2?" Direct URL: /en/blog/tiers/talon-doppler-phase-2/seed/N

Paint seeds cataloged for Talon | Doppler Phase 2: seed number, tier, and category name
Seed	Tier	Category	Lookup
4	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
13	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
15	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
19	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
25	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
35	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
36	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
45	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
55	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
56	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
65	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
86	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
101	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
118	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
133	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
134	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
144	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
148	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
159	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
174	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
185	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
192	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
199	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
200	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
207	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
214	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
219	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
225	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
239	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
245	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
258	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
261	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
264	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
301	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
305	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
306	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
316	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
317	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
330	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
343	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
346	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
349	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
350	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
355	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
367	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
371	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
379	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
394	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
410	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
415	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
434	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
439	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
443	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
451	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
474	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
479	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
492	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
495	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
501	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
503	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
504	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
505	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
512	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
532	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
544	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
549	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
560	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
562	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
565	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
581	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
584	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
585	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
603	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
616	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
617	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
618	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
620	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
623	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
625	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
629	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
634	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
635	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
641	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
644	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
645	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
654	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
671	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
676	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
682	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
707	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
713	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
716	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
738	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
741	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
748	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
750	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
757	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
760	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
814	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
833	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
843	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
847	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
870	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
877	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
889	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
903	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
920	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
927	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
938	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
945	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
947	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
964	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
967	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
970	Tier 3	Max Pink - Tier 3	See answer
973	Tier 2	Max Pink - Tier 2	See answer
986	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer
987	Tier 1	Pink Galaxy #1	See answer

API: GET /api/public/pattern-seed?slug=talon-doppler-phase-2&seed=NUM

How tier affects price

A rare tier doesn't replace float, stickers, or liquidity, but it can multiply the value. On Case Hardened and Fade, the gap between a common seed and a Tier 1 shows up when you compare prices on Buff163. When you sell, list the right seed. When you buy, confirm the tier before paying a premium.

The bigger picture: how to price CS2 skins and what float means in CS2.

More pattern guides

Tier and paint seed FAQ

What does Tier 1 mean on the Talon | Doppler Phase 2?

Tier 1 groups the most valued paint seeds for this skin in the CubeSKINs catalog, usually the cleanest looks or the ones with the most color (Blue Gem, Full Fade, Pink Galaxy, and similar). Tier 1 seeds tend to be less liquid and priced above the model's average.

How do I check my skin's paint seed?

Use the item's inspect link on Steam or a compatible tool. The pattern index shows up in the item's metadata. On CubeSKINs, the inventory quote and the marketplace read seed, float, and stickers automatically when the item is available.

Does the tier change if I play with the skin?

No. The paint seed and its tier are fixed from the moment the item is created. The float doesn't change either. Only applying or scraping stickers changes the visible attributes.

Can I sell a skin with a rare pattern on CubeSKINs?

Yes. Cataloged patterns are part of the quote analysis. For premium tiers, also compare similar listings on the marketplace and, if needed, ask for a human review on the sale to make sure the seed was recognized.

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