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[Torothin]

Hi All,

Returning after 3 years out of the game. Here is my list of mechs:

SHadowhawk 5M

Shadowhawk 2d2

CN9-AH

CTF-3D

CTF-IM

CTF-2x

What would you say is the best Mech I currently own for solo play? I'm thinking the CTF-IM but I am not sure. Setups and reasons why to go witha certain Mech are welcome. Thank you in advance!

[Gagis]

Shadow Hawks and the Muromets. Shadow Hawks are just generally a very solid chassis at a very convenient size with nice hardpoints at a perfect location right next to the cockpit. They are not flashy or have anything particularly amazing going for them, but that chassis is just all-around solid and reliable. Especially the 2D2 makes for a brilliant brawler for the Scouting mode with a LB10-X and 4 SRM4s.

The IM is good for entirely differrent reasons. The Cataphract chassis has awkward and low hardpoints and kind of weak hitboxes, but the hero variant is great because it has a few very spesific gimmicks going for it. I have especially seen 3 AC10 or 3 LB10-X builds going around, which no other mech can pull off the same. Otherwise the CTF has mostly been outclassed by other mechs that have more practical locations for their weapons.

[Alexander of Macedon]

IM, far and away. Spec full into Survival. I prefer the 3x LB-10X, but you can make 3x AC/10 or 3x UAC/5 work as well. Solid ******' 'mech to this day.

[The Basilisk]

The IM is the best you've got. Maybe try something like this.
CTF-3D might also perform pretty well. Maybe even as Jumsniper with nipple PPCs.

The CN9-AH is also a pretty solid mech in scout rounds.

Edited by The Basilisk, 31 July 2017 - 07:58 AM.

[Gagis]

In defence of the Shadow Hawk:

Brawler 2D2: http://mwo.smurfy-ne...bd2df03f308e64d

Dakka 5M: http://mwo.smurfy-ne...01c03ae3bc6f20c

Edited by Gagis, 31 July 2017 - 08:11 AM.

[Rogue Jedi]

I would also say CFT-IM is the best, none of those Mechs are bad but none are top tier ether.

remember to take a look at the new tech, there are a lot more weapon options than there were 2 weeks ago, as well as the Light Fusion Engine which allows you to suvive a side torso loss and put an (U)AC20 in the side torso.

[MechaBattler]

CTF-IM definitely your best imo. And I'll have to try The Basilisk's UAC5 build, be nice not to die on shoulder pop.

[Alexander of Macedon]

Right, here are a couple builds I use: ILYA MUROMETS, SHD-2D2.

The 2D2 one is weird. Decidedly non-meta, almost like an optimized stock loadout, but it feels really satisfying and works decent for mid-ranged fire support.

[JC Daxion]

Maybe not the best, but the cataphracts are really improved with an LFE. Try the 3D, with 4 ERML's+UAC20 and an LFE300 PS that LFE can be used in tons of mechs..


You have solid mechs there. The IM, you might wanna try a UAC10+ 2 UAC5's too. though i always ran mine with AC20 + machine guns.. I sold it on accident, but maybe UAC20+2 LMG's, 2 ERML's and an LFE might be fun too.

[n00biwan]

+1 for Marmoset and shadowhawks. Bought my IM for the 3 lbx loadout which rocked until timberwolves were a thing, but is good again now.

I've only posted now to add that the IM also has 2 high energy hardpoints either side of the cockpit, the sort of place you could throw some snppc or hppc if that's your kinda thing.

[R E S P E K]

Shd 2d2 by far from this list.

[The Basilisk]

R E S P E K, on 02 August 2017 - 12:10 PM, said:

Shd 2d2 by far from this list.

The SHDs are large, squishy, have a limited FOV turn like crap compared to other meds and get their shoulderweapons shoot out if you're a beginner.
Only thing going for them are their high shoulder mounts....sad that their muzzleflashes block your sight.

[Koniving]

I say the Centurion AH is the best mech you have.

But that's just me.

[Ertur]

Koniving, on 05 August 2017 - 06:24 AM, said:

I say the Centurion AH is the best mech you have.

But that's just me.

Not just you. I love that mech. Especially if it is the (L) Verthandi version.

[ImperialKnight]

for CBill grinding, if the AH is the (L) version, use that with AC20/3xSRM4 with an XL255. Muromets either triple UAC5 or dual Heavy PPC with LFEs

[invernomuto]

I love the CTF-IM. Very solid mech, with survivability skill tree maxed it could surpass the armor of most assault mech.
3UAC/5 is great.