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[Hellsgate9999]

So I bought the linebacker pack and I love that frigging mech. I'm having alot of fun running him. I figured 20 bucks for 3 mechs 3 bays and 30 days premium is a pretty sweet deal so I'm going to buy another one.

Not sure which one I want though. They unfortunately don't have a king crab or dire wolf one, I really want to try those 2 bad boys out, guess I will get them with cbills eventually.

So I got lucky with the linebacker being fun as heck, but I am not really sure which other mech is worth getting. I obviously want a good fun mech to play with so I'm asking the experts which one I should spend my hard earned money on. I would hate to waste 20 bucks on a stinker.


So what do you guys think?

Also I know things are changing with the skill tree and all, but I am just coming back to the game and I'm having a good time so I'm gonna just blindly trust pgi will not make having multiple varents pointless.

[Bud Crue]

Honestly, I wouldn't buy a damn thing until we see how some of the big changes like nonfaction warfare 4.1, the skills tree reset or even the mech quirk pass this month (I believe the road map said 14 mechs) pans out. Too many unknowns.


That being said. Its 20 bucks. Go nuts.

[Peter2k]

The kdk is still a great assault

And at least you could do something different with the variants build wise

Even if not and you only keep the kdk 3

Selling 2 clan xl 400 engines gives you enough cbills to get at least one king crab, maybe close enough to 2
Or 1 king crab and close enough to a dire

Which you only need one variant to master, and you can switch pods on the dire anyway

Don't know the ingame value for it from the top of my head though (the clan xl400)
But it's high
You can do the ol switching out engine if you really have to like in the good ol days when we all started small

[Bombast]

Are you looking for something like the Linebacker, or is your heart set on a super heavy, super slow assault (King Crab and Daishi/Dire Wolf belonging in that category).

[Hellsgate9999]

Bombast, on 06 December 2016 - 03:44 PM, said:

Are you looking for something like the Linebacker, or is your heart set on a super heavy, super slow assault (King Crab and Daishi/Dire Wolf belonging in that category).

I'm not really set on anything. I'm happy with anything that is a goodtime to play. I don't want something that sucks but it doesn't have to be top teir either , just fun.

I will play pretty much anything but missleboats. I have heard alot about the Kodiak but I'm not too sure about it because my next 2 mechs I buy with cbills are going to be assaults.

[Angel of Annihilation]

I would vote for none right now because we honestly don't know enough about the changes to the skill trees and how that is going to effect things.

Take the Linebacker you love for example. The reason it is such an enjoyable mech is due to the mobility, armor and structure quirks it gets to make it competitive. Without the quirks, it would probably be a DOA mech, I mean it is a 65 ton heavy mech with the free tonnage of a 20 ton Adder, without the quirks that is. With the new system, PGI is removing all quirks and we do not know yet if you will be able to re-create the Linebacker as it is right now or not, nor whether the system would end up buffing or nerfing the Linebacker. We also don't know how much grinding to get it skilled up is going to be required. Per the Mechcon video it was going to cost 750k XP to master a Linebacker or something like 500 matches played. They have since twittered that it won't be that bad but we still don't know the final numbers so even if not that bad, it could still end up being bad.


So with all the changes in the pipe, I would hold off on any more Mech Pack purchases until we have a better understanding of those changes and see them made official.

Also they are removing the need to buy 3 chassis to be able to master out a mech which may or may not also be a reason to hold off on a mech pack.

[Hellsgate9999]

But if the Kodiak is what everyone suggests I will get it. I do want the most out of my 20 bucks

[RestosIII]

Hellsgate9999, on 06 December 2016 - 03:57 PM, said:

But if the Kodiak is what everyone suggests I will get it. I do want the most out of my 20 bucks

Legitimately, take most people's advice and hold off on a cash purchase for now. As long as PGI doesn't have some unexpected delays, major changes are coming, and we really can't give you proper advice on what to buy. It'd be irresponsible to tell you one mech was good when we know for a fact that it could be trash 2 months from now. I am glad you're enjoying the Linebacker though. What builds are you using on it? That would probably help us figure out what to point you towards for c-bill purchases.

[Hellsgate9999]

Viktor Drake, on 06 December 2016 - 03:57 PM, said:

I would vote for none right now because we honestly don't know enough about the changes to the skill trees and how that is going to effect things.

Take the Linebacker you love for example. The reason it is such an enjoyable mech is due to the mobility, armor and structure quirks it gets to make it competitive. Without the quirks, it would probably be a DOA mech, I mean it is a 65 ton heavy mech with the free tonnage of a 20 ton Adder, without the quirks that is. With the new system, PGI is removing all quirks and we do not know yet if you will be able to re-create the Linebacker as it is right now or not, nor whether the system would end up buffing or nerfing the Linebacker. We also don't know how much grinding to get it skilled up is going to be required. Per the Mechcon video it was going to cost 750k XP to master a Linebacker or something like 500 matches played. They have since twittered that it won't be that bad but we still don't know the final numbers so even if not that bad, it could still end up being bad.




So with all the changes in the pipe, I would hold off on any more Mech Pack purchases until we have a better understanding of those changes and see them made official.

Also they are removing the need to buy 3 chassis to be able to master out a mech which may or may not also be a reason to hold off on a mech pack.

Okay but Idk how long it will be before these changes happen and I am just getting back into the game so I would rather live in the moment and enjoy myself with a mechpack. =)

[Peter2k]

Hellsgate9999, on 06 December 2016 - 03:57 PM, said:

But if the Kodiak is what everyone suggests I will get it. I do want the most out of my 20 bucks

mmm
But if you're not set on anything specific

For 20 bucks you just get a lot of value out of the kdk C-Bills wise

But ehh

If you're new I'd rather suggest something with omnipods since you can switch around hardpoints easier that way without needing mechbays

You ever piloted something as slow and sluggish as a dire?

[Hellsgate9999]

RestosIII, on 06 December 2016 - 04:00 PM, said:

Legitimately, take most people's advice and hold off on a cash purchase for now. As long as PGI doesn't have some unexpected delays, major changes are coming, and we really can't give you proper advice on what to buy. It'd be irresponsible to tell you one mech was good when we know for a fact that it could be trash 2 months from now. I am glad you're enjoying the Linebacker though. What builds are you using on it? That would probably help us figure out what to point you towards for c-bill purchases.

I'm running twin shoulder ppcs on one and srms and pulses on the other. The third I got with the ballistic hp I havnt really been able to make a build that is different from the other 2 that I like.


I should also point out that I have Timberwolves that I am enjoying and alot of my old mechs I've been playing withI still really like,
My atlas, my catapults (brought out my splatcat last night, yum) my stalkers, ect so I really am open on builds. I just don't normally ply missleboats and I don't own any lights. Other then that I am very open. Heck and really if there is a hero mech that one of you guys want to recommend then hit me with it. As long as it's 20 or less. (That is how much I talked myself into spending)

Peter2k, on 06 December 2016 - 04:03 PM, said:

mmm
But if you're not set on anything specific

For 20 bucks you just get a lot of value out of the kdk C-Bills wise

But ehh

If you're new I'd rather suggest something with omnipods since you can switch around hardpoints easier that way without needing mechbays

You ever piloted something as slow and sluggish as a dire?

Stalker is probably my slowest mech.



Sorry I'm not going into more detail on builds and stuff. In my last post. I have a sleeping baby on me atm.

[Peter2k]

Night gyr for slower but more hard hitting builds then timber, also has omnipods

Or kdk

Just a really good assault and a good value, I don't regret buying it and if you need a quick cash flow the clan xl400 are worth a lot

Plays different then my king crab or dire

[Fobhopper]

Hellsgate9999, on 06 December 2016 - 03:08 PM, said:

So I bought the linebacker pack and I love that frigging mech. I'm having alot of fun running him. I figured 20 bucks for 3 mechs 3 bays and 30 days premium is a pretty sweet deal so I'm going to buy another one.

Not sure which one I want though. They unfortunately don't have a king crab or dire wolf one, I really want to try those 2 bad boys out, guess I will get them with cbills eventually.

So I got lucky with the linebacker being fun as heck, but I am not really sure which other mech is worth getting. I obviously want a good fun mech to play with so I'm asking the experts which one I should spend my hard earned money on. I would hate to waste 20 bucks on a stinker.


So what do you guys think?

Also I know things are changing with the skill tree and all, but I am just coming back to the game and I'm having a good time so I'm gonna just blindly trust pgi will not make having multiple varents pointless.

Well its still going to be awhile before the new skill system is even released, and it still has to hit the PTR first before it gets put into the game, so its going to be awhile. so dont worry about the new skill system yet.

As for mechpacks, if you are interested in versatile mechs and arent picky about the faction, I really do recommend the Marauder. I almost run that chassis as much as I run my KGC's (I have 4 kgc's and thinking about picking up a 5th). While I personally dont love the wrhammer as much as many in the forums, the Warhammer is a pretty decent mech too. If you are looking for more bang for your buck, the Origins IIC collection is a decent mech collection.

Otherwise either buy a master pack of a mech your interested in. I wouldnt recommend getting any of the larger and more expensive collections until you have a better understanding of what you want when it comes to mechs.

Edited by Fobhopper, 06 December 2016 - 04:30 PM.

[FireStoat]

The marauder IIC basic pack for 20 bucks is something I doubt I'll regret. An 85 ton Clan Battlemech that I can swap engines with in a classic chassis design, with one of them jump capable. Thankfully my college semester ends right as it's being released.

[Requiemking]

I would wait at least till January. That is when the new Light mech comes, and that might be something you want.

[RestosIII]

Requiemking, on 06 December 2016 - 04:43 PM, said:

I would wait at least till January. That is when the new Light mech comes, and that might be something you want.

I'd wait until the Mad Cat MK II finally gets announced, since it's a superior product!

All jokes aside, if you're determined to buy a pack, the Kodiak is has been sitting on the throne of being the best assault mech for awhile now, the Marauder has always been a tanky and reliable IS heavy, and the Marauder IIC is in all likelyhood going to be great, considering it's just a larger Marauder but with Clan tech.

Still think you should wait though until the skill tree changes/quirk changes, but, it's up to you.

Edited by RestosIII, 06 December 2016 - 04:56 PM.

[chucklesMuch]

$20 for the Kodiak is great deal.

The KDK-3 is the current top dog and due to its engine size, clan tech, lack of omni restrictions and four crazy high torso ballistic hard-points, its unlikely to fade away anytime soon (if at all). And if it does... or you do wish to get rid of it then selling them xl400 engines, other parts and chassis will net you a tidy stack of cBills.

Something to note: You will get prioritised as a target and focused fired no matter which variant of Kodiak you are in.

Edited by chucklesMuch, 06 December 2016 - 07:34 PM.

[Hellsgate9999]

So Kodiak it is!

Are there any heroes that may be a better investment? I have 2 Timberwolves. The hero is only 20 bucks. Or should I just stick with the kodiak mech pack?

[Y E O N N E]

Kodiaks are a snore. Left-click-2-win zzzzzzZZZZZZZZZZZZZ....

If you want something interesting and a little bit challenging, try Archers. Or Riflemen. Or Mist Lynx ().

[chucklesMuch]

Yeonne Greene, on 06 December 2016 - 07:38 PM, said:

Kodiaks are a snore. Left-click-2-win zzzzzzZZZZZZZZZZZZZ....

If you want something interesting and a little bit challenging, try Archers. Or Riflemen. Or Mist Lynx ().

I like the Mist Lynx!! (enjoyed mastering them, almost bought a 4th to rinse and repeat) ...but its considered pretty bad for a reason! As are Archers, which I haven't tried.