61 replies to this topic

[BulletChief]

so i guess it's all down to SRMs now?

LRMs and SSRM don't work any more. they whole mech just became pointless (as all rocket heavy mechs)...

suggestions pls.

[DegeneratePervert]

You can pack lots of SRMs. 90 Damage alpha strike to the FACE! The only problem now is that, you know, you have to aim.

[Volts]

DegeneratePervert, on 04 December 2012 - 12:30 PM, said:

You can pack lots of SRMs. 90 Damage alpha strike to the FACE! The only problem now is that, you know, you have to aim.

I think you just scared off half the player base

[DegeneratePervert]

Volts, on 04 December 2012 - 12:31 PM, said:

I think you just scared off half the player base

Aiming isn't THAT hard. Just use a laser to figure out where the target's hitbox is.

[Budor]

HAAAAHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHAHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!

[Smeghead87]

LRM's can still fire but they take 50% longer to lock on the target, and you'll need a spotter.

Streak SRM is now basically useless against an ECM carrying target as theres only a very small window between 180 and 200m where you can lock on and fire.

I've just tried it in my Raven. I've never seen a streak cat run away from a light so fast in my life, it is hilarious.
Aiming is now no longer 'optional' for an A1, better load up those SRM6.

The counter to all this is that everyone needs to mount and learn how to use a TAG.

[BulletChief]

okay, just played with 4 SRM6...

it's pointless - 60 dmg nice and fine but the spread is so ridiculous that you can't even scratch the paint.

i'm done with the A1. they just removed a mech from the game (basically most rocket heavy mechs)...

[Smeghead87]

Do you use artemis? I've never tried it myself but I've been told it drastically reduces missile spread on SRMs

[Glaive-]

BulletChief, on 04 December 2012 - 12:43 PM, said:

okay, just played with 4 SRM6...

it's pointless - 60 dmg nice and fine but the spread is so ridiculous that you can't even scratch the paint.

i'm done with the A1. they just removed a mech from the game (basically most rocket heavy mechs)...

Are you using Artemis?
Drrr I'm such a slow poster
And yes, Artemis does help SRMs. Brings the rearm cost up too

Also guys, don't forget that a friendly ECM can counter an enemy ECM.

Edited by armyunit, 04 December 2012 - 12:59 PM.

[One Medic Army]

BulletChief, on 04 December 2012 - 12:43 PM, said:

okay, just played with 4 SRM6...

it's pointless - 60 dmg nice and fine but the spread is so ridiculous that you can't even scratch the paint.

i'm done with the A1. they just removed a mech from the game (basically most rocket heavy mechs)...

Normal SRMs converge at 270m, 0m and ~170m if I'm remembering it correctly.
Artemis SRMs work all the way from 0 to 270 and stay nicely packed.

Moral of the story: use Artemis unless you're good at managing engagement range.

Oh, and remember to bind "open missile bay doors" and keep em open for snapshots.

Edited by One Medic Army, 04 December 2012 - 12:58 PM.

[Goose]

BulletChief, on 04 December 2012 - 12:43 PM, said:

i'm done with the A1. they just removed a mech from the game (basically most rocket heavy mechs)...

… And take the Gaussapult with you! >:-)

[Philldoe]

Yeah... I've been running an A1 with non-streak SRM's for some time now. Just so you know, 80 points of alpha damage is really nice. (90 if you use all SRM 6's but I find 4x 6's and 2x 4's to be a better balance.)

Try it out, hit the "/" key to open your doors and blast away. If you get good enough at aiming you'll one-shot anything under 40 tons.

[MagicHamsta]

BulletChief, on 04 December 2012 - 12:43 PM, said:

okay, just played with 4 SRM6...

it's pointless - 60 dmg nice and fine but the spread is so ridiculous that you can't even scratch the paint.

i'm done with the A1. they just removed a mech from the game (basically most rocket heavy mechs)...

*facepaw*
The fail be strong in this one.

1) What do you think ~80% of the brawler atlases rely on?
2) A1 still be a very scary mech especially with the SRMs. Me would actually prioritize SRM cats before other assaults in a brawl when me face both. Why? Because that 60 damage alpha + the Atlas's alpha can take me down quickly & so taking out the heavy but squishier hitter be a higher priority.
3) L2P, go get your own ECM equipped mechs to set their ECM on the counter mode.
4) As you obviously were a SSRM cat before, you obviously has no issues getting into SRM range. Why are you complaining? The only conclusion me can reach be that your aim is terrible. (.-.)

[W4r3w0lf]

Devils Advocate here, but....

I'm glad that some people may now have to learn to play - rather than just hit the fire button.

*innocent smile*

[Isidro]

Loving this new flavor XD

[BulletChief]

MagicHamsta, on 04 December 2012 - 01:06 PM, said:

*facepaw*
The fail be strong in this one.

1) What do you think ~80% of the brawler atlases rely on?
2) A1 still be a very scary mech especially with the SRMs. Me would actually prioritize SRM cats before other assaults in a brawl when me face both. Why? Because that 60 damage alpha + the Atlas's alpha can take me down quickly & so taking out the heavy but squishier hitter be a higher priority.
3) L2P, go get your own ECM equipped mechs to set their ECM on the counter mode.
4) As you obviously were a SSRM cat before, you obviously has no issues getting into SRM range. Why are you complaining? The only conclusion me can reach be that your aim is terrible. (.-.)

the stupidity is strong in this one...
you're not even worth replying.

my aim is spot on but half the SRMs decide to visit china... and before i waste 750.000(!!!) cbills + the rearm costs to somewhat tighten the spread i just save it and buy another mech without rockets. all other guns at least hit where i shoot.

[Mr Steik]

[Vodrin Thales]

BulletChief, on 04 December 2012 - 01:30 PM, said:

the stupidity is strong in this one...
you're not even worth replying.

my aim is spot on but half the SRMs decide to visit china... and before i waste 750.000(!!!) cbills + the rearm costs to somewhat tighten the spread i just save it and buy another mech without rockets. all other guns at least hit where i shoot.

Umm, not to be snarky, but have you used autocannons before? They are every bit as hard to put on target as SRM's.

[Karenai]

Go hunt some Jenners, they cannot equip ECM. Or even better duell annother streak cat, those cannot equip ECM, either.

Honestly: V^_^V

[Stingz]

Vodrin Thales, on 04 December 2012 - 01:42 PM, said:

Umm, not to be snarky, but have you used autocannons before? They are every bit as hard to put on target as SRM's.

Long range is what makes AC/ harder to aim, besides SRMs are more for lightweight close-range power, and finishing.