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[Punk Oblivion]

The "best" build is most likely still the 3xUAC5 with 2-3 ML depending on your preference.

I know some others use gauss/ERPPC combos.

I personally like using 3xLB10X. But that is NOT the best build, just something that is fun to play occasionally.

[Havyek]

Depends on your preference. I run 3 UAC5s+3 MPLAS to pretty good effect, 2 AC10s and 2 LLAS also work fairly well with the quirks and modules of the Ilya.

[Bloodweaver]

Triple gauss used to be my favorite, closely followed by triple LBX. But, triple gauss won't work anymore :/ Neither of these were BEST, mind you - just the most fun for ME. Triple UAC5 is probably still best, although triple AC5 is good too.

[Amsro]

I use Dual Gauss with 2 Medium Laser as backup.

Deadly mech, just epic good.

[Gunslinger76]

I use mine with 3xac5 and 2xLL. Pretty good at all ranges unless someone gets right up on you. Also the 3xlbx10 is a blast to play. The amount of damage you can put out in a game with a little practice is wild, but as others have said, its not the most competative. Its just a whole load of fun!

[627]

dual gauss and 3ML, 5 tons of ammo and done. cbill printer.

[Rear Admiral Tier 6]

has there ever been any other ilya build than the 3 uac one?

[Jorunn]

Here's the 3x LB 10-X AC build and yes it's fun but not as effective as the 3x UAC-5 build. I've been averaging 500-700 damage in it in decent matches. There is a slight range quirk to the AC10 but not worthwhile IMHO.

[Mad Dog Morgan]

Triple AC/5 + 3ML's/MPL's will be the optimal build for the Ilya come Tuesday. I'd been running it beforehand anyhow. Longer range, less heat, more ammo, better sustainable damage on the battlefield. UAC/5's were the go-to for some time, but then along came the clans, the quirks, and what-not.

[Appogee]

3xUAC5 + 3 ML until Tuesday.

Then it gets quirked for 3AC5 + 3ML, and we use the extra tonnage on a bigger engine and an extra ton of ammo.

Edited by Appogee, 15 February 2015 - 11:29 PM.

[HlynkaCG]

Trip UAC or Trip AC5 + backup lasers is probably still the best build

[Punk Oblivion]

As of tomorrow the Ilya is getting AC5 quirks. 15% AC5 cooldown, plus a buff to the ML quirks. Just an FYI

[RedDevil]

Do AC5 quirks affect UAC5's?

[Punk Oblivion]

well, 7.5% is to ballistics, and 7.5% is to AC5 specifically, So UAC5 will get a 7.5% cooldown reduction

[Sewman]

I've just rebuilt my Ilya after the AC5 quirk and I haven't given it a try just yet. I still think that the UAC5 build will be a stronger build as far as DPS goes but if it's a triple UAC5 build you're looking for, you have to check out the JM6-DD with it's UAC5 Quirks + UAC5 Cooldown Module.
*Edited for clarification: The below is the Jager quirks.

• 
  Additional Structure (LT&RT) +7
  
• 
  UAC/5 Range +7.5%
  
• 
  UAC/5 Range +7.5%
  
• Ballistic Weapon Range +7.5%
  
• UAC/5 Cooldown +7.5%
  
• Ballistic Weapon Cooldown +7.5%

If you're looking for the best build specific to the Ilya, I'm going to bet it's the Triple AC5 build.

Here are the Ilya Quirks Additional Structure (LT&RT) +7

• Additional Structure (RA&LA) +5
  
• AC/5 Cooldown +7.5%
  
• Ballistic Cooldown +7.5%
  
• Medium Laser Cooldown +7.5%
  
• Energy Cooldown +7.5%
  
• Medium Laser Duration -7.5%
  
• Laser Duration -7.5%

Edited by Sewman, 20 February 2015 - 02:21 PM.

[Rushin Roulette]

Sewman, on 20 February 2015 - 12:25 AM, said:

I've just rebuilt my Ilya after the AC5 quirk and I haven't given it a try just yet. I still think that the UAC5 build will be a stronger build as far as DPS goes but if it's a triple UAC5 build you're looking for, you have to check out the JM6-DD with it's UAC5 Quirks + UAC5 Cooldown Module.

• UAC/5 Range +7.5%
  
• Ballistic Weapon Range +7.5%
  
• UAC/5 Cooldown +7.5%
  
• Ballistic Weapon Cooldown +7.5%

If you're looking for the best build specific to the Ilya, I'm going to bet it's the Triple AC5 build.

It has a AC5 quirk, not the UAC5. This means that the cooldown and range of the AC5 is +15%... the UAC5 only gets +7,5% from the quirks.

[Kin3ticX]

Dual Gauss/XL

3xUAC/XL

3xAC5/STD

[Appogee]

Having tried both, I'm not convinced that 3AC5s with quirks and modules is better than the old 3UAC5s.

[Sewman]

Appogee, on 20 February 2015 - 02:02 AM, said:

Having tried both, I'm not convinced that 3AC5s with quirks and modules is better than the old 3UAC5s.

Same conclusion - I tried a few games with it today and I still think the UAC5 build has better DPS even with the jam rate. (No macros, just good old rhythmic finger tapping)

[Punk Oblivion]

I actually like it better, even if it does have a bit less DPS. I loathe the jamming mechanic on Ultra weapons. So I avoid them beyond some macro fun if I am in the mood for trolling and giggles.