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[Meowkitten]

like title all i have is an hunback hbk-4j
looking around and trying to figure out builds
does anybody have one for this mech?

ty

[Tesunie]

Meowkitten, on 27 September 2025 - 03:27 PM, said:

like title all i have is an hunback hbk-4j
looking around and trying to figure out builds
does anybody have one for this mech?

ty

I would have to dig, but I started my long MW:O career with a 4J. So long ago. Back before Clan mechs were, or trial/champion mechs.

I believe I've had a couple configurations, but I recall having 5 MLs, 2 LRM10s and maybe a head mounted TAG... I've also run it without the TAG and with an extra ML. How "meta" my build is... I wouldn't be able to say. I'd also have to boot up the game to confirm my build (which is old).

If I may ask, what motivated you to go with a 4J for your first/only mech?

[Void Angel]

Meowkitten, on 27 September 2025 - 03:27 PM, said:

like title all i have is an hunback hbk-4j
looking around and trying to figure out builds
does anybody have one for this mech?

ty

Try This. The Hunchback is not a terribly effective 'mech these days. It's a slow, non-jumping chasiss, and the hunch makes a great target, despite the extra durability quirks. It can still work, however, and you can use this variant as an LRM-thrower, while still packing some firepower in direct combat.

Edited by Void Angel, 27 September 2025 - 09:15 PM.

[Tesunie]

Void Angel, on 27 September 2025 - 09:14 PM, said:

Try This. The Hunchback is not a terribly effective 'mech these days. It's a slow, non-jumping chasiss, and the hunch makes a great target, despite the extra durability quirks. It can still work, however, and you can use this variant as an LRM-thrower, while still packing some firepower in direct combat.

That is probably very close to my own build. I tend to like 3ish pts of armor on the back, but I find back to front armor is a matter of preference.

[epikt]

Meowkitten, on 27 September 2025 - 03:27 PM, said:

looking around and trying to figure out builds

The best place to find builds is the Grimmech database. There are builds for every variant, curated by good players.

Edited by epikt, 28 September 2025 - 07:05 AM.