This totally is not a mech for beginners. But the 1c was my first purchase, so my K/D ratio pretty much tanked until I learned how to drive the thing.
Anyways, here's my builds
DRG-5N "Hannibal"
http://mwo.smurfy-ne...c46935b1597df5d
AC5, AC2, SRM 4, 2 ML, XL 300, Endo.
Waiting to get DHS, but this build is very fun. The AC5 + AC2 is a good compromise, I feel. Dual AC5's don't put out enough rounds, and dual AC2's just tank me with heat. This way, you get a bit of both worlds, rof + not too bad heat. SRM 4 and 2 ML do pretty well to finish off weakened opponents. Also, my ping is terrible so I can't hit lights for crap, which inspired me to put the AC2 on in the first place. The rof helps somewhat with lag shielding. It's totally an option to replace the SRM 4 with a streak.
DRG-1C "Hasdrubal"
http://mwo.smurfy-ne...7a70da76ed7c8b8
This build changes the most, but the basic set up is always:
XL 300, Endo, 4 SL.
Again, waiting for DHS. I can't run 4 ML's since they're too hot, but 4 SL are pretty okay with heat but actually put out respectable damage. The current build I'm running has a streak to lighten up the tons and help with lights, and an AC/10 to give some nice punch. In the future, I want to upgrade to a XL 350 to highlight the speed of the mech.
Oh yeah, here's something I learned from experience: BE SURE TO PUT ARMOR ON YOUR REAR. One of the Dragon's strengths is to be able to run away, so your backside is going to see more enemy fire than usual.
Edited by Princeps Yarema, 02 February 2013 - 04:16 PM.