| Pages: [1] :: one page |
|
|
| Author |
Thread Statistics | Show CCP posts - 0 post(s) |
Zardov Leircryn
Brutor Vanguard
Minmatar Republic
0
   |
Posted - 2014.03.08 21:31:00 -
[1] - Quote
1. Why did someone do a dropstrike(or whatever it is that rains fire down on you) on just one newb(me) in a starter set nowhere near an objective? I was hitting a tank with a swarm missile launcher(whatever they are called) but it was about as effective as a toothpick even though I confirmed multiple direct hits which brings me to 2
2. Can anyone direct me towards a better anti-vehicle fitting? Preferably something that doesn't take weeks to build up to as I'm tired of being cannon fodder for tanks on those vehicle heavy maps/missions. Also when nobody is using anti-vehicle weapons even though the opposing team is swarming us with tanks and I can't do anything about it. :(
3. Do non-hardcore corps exist? I don't have a mic sadly, and I might as well be new to the FPS genre. I only got interested in it with DUST 514. I'm not very good though I hope to improve. I want a corp that doesn't take winning serious as hell and has a more relaxed environment. Though from my impression of other FPS communities in general I might be asking too much :(
4. I keep hitting the select button accidentally, is there a way to disable it so it doesn't get thrown in my face at the most inopportune moments? I'd rather not give people free kills. Also I need to disable the playstation button >.>; |
ALPHA DECRIPTER
Dragon-Empire
813
|
Posted - 2014.03.08 21:39:00 -
[2] - Quote
1) The one that called in the warbarge either was tired of you hitting there vehicles or they was unsure of any other units to hit.
2) Currently Swarm Launchers are under-powered(UP) so the best way to take out a tank is; Remote Explosives(REs), Forge Gun(FG), Warbarge strike(OBs), Assault Dropship(ADS), or another tank(HAV).
[EDIT] Placing REs on your car(LAV) and raming into a tank is also effective (This is called "Jihading").
3) My corp can is willing to play with players that don't have mics as well as help them get better.
4) You could always change your controls via option menu but unfortunately there is no way to disable any of your buttons.
Hope this helps
Scout Tactician
Dance puppets, DANCE!
|
Zardov Leircryn
Brutor Vanguard
Minmatar Republic
0
|
Posted - 2014.03.08 21:48:00 -
[3] - Quote
Thanks, I appreciate the answers! How would I contact/join your corp? I've played eve so I know how corps work there but I'm not too familiar with the corp mechanics in DUST. |
ALPHA DECRIPTER
Dragon-Empire
813
|
Posted - 2014.03.08 21:55:00 -
[4] - Quote
Go to corporations and search for "Dragon Empire".
I'm currently about to log on so you should be able to get a replay almost immediately.
[EDIT] You may also add me to contacts and simply check for "Friends Corporations"
Scout Tactician
Dance puppets, DANCE!
|
lee corwood
Knights Of Ender
Galactic Skyfleet Empire
552
|
Posted - 2014.03.08 23:28:00 -
[5] - Quote
1. as the other said, either you were distracting enough and hard enough to hit for the tank that he was bothered by you. Or you were the only red on the map they could find.
2. AV is in a hard place right now, but swarmers are not the way to go. Vehicles are using shield hardeners and Swarmers are meant to do damage on armor. This makes them a non ideal weapon for tanks currently. I have proto swarmers and they are like tapping a tank on the shoulder and asking him to politely leave. Proximity mines, REs and a good forge gunner are your friends.
3. Yes, but before jumping prematurely into a corp (I hear Ghost coming), you should look into the "Learning Coalition" chat channel. I say this because corps sometimes charge tax and as you're starting out, that tax does dig into the isk you'll need to buy skillbooks. That being said, any corp willing to help is also willing to help fund you so don't shy away from a corp that would take you. However, the chat channel is a great way to get all your answers to your questions, no pressure to join anything, and get to know a bunch of fun people from a lot of different corps with a lot of different skills. They have instructors on specific niches to help if you want to shadow/get a tutor.
4. i'm not sure how you are doing this...but good luck on that one 
Minmatar Logisis | Heavy lover. Come get some badass Band-Aids from this chick
|
Zirzo Valcyn
Kameira Lodge
Amarr Empire
171
|
Posted - 2014.03.08 23:53:00 -
[6] - Quote
+1 for wanting to go AV
3. i tried running a corp based on relaxed play. it's hard to find players on that level tho. they are out there but they don't mingle much because there is a division between the relaxed and the intense community.
4. i used to rubberband a small bottlecap from a minature of vodka over the PS button to keep from pushing it
u can ban the troll out of the forums but u can't ban the forums out of the troll.
|
Zardov Leircryn
Dragon-Empire
1
|
Posted - 2014.03.09 00:56:00 -
[7] - Quote
lee corwood wrote:4. i'm not sure how you are doing this...but good luck on that one
Like I said new to FPS, add to that my hand tremors(anemia) and slips of the hand happen enough to be annoying. All it takes is a tap for those menus to pop up :( thankfully I just found out this game is mouse and keyboard compatible so I won't be running into that issue anymore. <3 mouse and keyboard ftw thanks CCP
Also thanks for all the advice guys, I appreciate it! |
lee corwood
Knights Of Ender
Galactic Skyfleet Empire
554
|
Posted - 2014.03.09 01:07:00 -
[8] - Quote
Zardov Leircryn wrote:lee corwood wrote:4. i'm not sure how you are doing this...but good luck on that one Like I said new to FPS, add to that my hand tremors(anemia) and slips of the hand happen enough to be annoying. All it takes is a tap for those menus to pop up :( thankfully I just found out this game is mouse and keyboard compatible so I won't be running into that issue anymore. <3 mouse and keyboard ftw thanks CCP Also thanks for all the advice guys, I appreciate it!
Learn something new everyday! If it helps, I have cats that seem to know when I'm playing and rub on my controllers all the time. throwing grenades at friendlies in FW is so uncomfortable...
Minmatar Logisis | Heavy lover. Come get some badass Band-Aids from this chick
|
Meisterjager Jagermeister
25
|
Posted - 2014.03.09 01:14:00 -
[9] - Quote
Welcome fellow newb!!!
I salute your swarm launcher endeavors!!! I too have have taken to harassing tankers with SWs.
Its a thankless pursuit, but it is much fun. You may not get a kill, but watching as the armored hulks run for the hills anyway is rewarding to me, and it buys time for your team. |
Zardov Leircryn
Dragon-Empire
1
|
Posted - 2014.03.09 01:19:00 -
[10] - Quote
Meisterjager Jagermeister wrote:Welcome fellow newb!!!
I salute your swarm launcher endeavors!!! I too have have taken to harassing tankers with SWs.
Its a thankless pursuit, but it is much fun. You may not get a kill, but watching as the armored hulks run for the hills anyway is rewarding to me, and it buys time for your team.
My experience has sadly been more that of a fly being swatted away or completely ignored. Most the time their shields seem to regen so fast that it's a wasted effort. I'm spending points towards a forge gun fit. |
|
|
One Eyed King
Eyniletti Rangers
Minmatar Republic
483
|
Posted - 2014.03.09 01:32:00 -
[11] - Quote
You could use a militia heavy with a forge gun at this point. No SP needed. Very cheap. Still harder to be effective, but its enough to scare them off sometimes, or take one down with coordination.
Personal favorite is REs.
Looking for the scout hangout?
|
Zirzo Valcyn
Kameira Lodge
Amarr Empire
177
|
Posted - 2014.03.09 06:01:00 -
[12] - Quote
Zardov Leircryn wrote:Meisterjager Jagermeister wrote:Welcome fellow newb!!!
I salute your swarm launcher endeavors!!! I too have have taken to harassing tankers with SWs.
Its a thankless pursuit, but it is much fun. You may not get a kill, but watching as the armored hulks run for the hills anyway is rewarding to me, and it buys time for your team. My experience has sadly been more that of a fly being swatted away or completely ignored. Most the time their shields seem to regen so fast that it's a wasted effort. I'm spending points towards a forge gun fit.
forge gun sniping infantry won't survive direct forge hit.. they ragdoll hard
u can ban the troll out of the forums but u can't ban the forums out of the troll.
|
ALPHA DECRIPTER
Dragon-Empire
813
|
Posted - 2014.03.09 06:43:00 -
[13] - Quote
One Eyed King wrote:You could use a militia heavy with a forge gun at this point. No SP needed. Very cheap. Still harder to be effective, but its enough to scare them off sometimes, or take one down with coordination.
Personal favorite is REs.
Every scout feels the same way lol
Scout Tactician
Dance puppets, DANCE!
|
Lanius Pulvis
Bullet Cluster
Legacy Rising
164
|
Posted - 2014.03.09 23:23:00 -
[14] - Quote
One Eyed King wrote:You could use a militia heavy with a forge gun at this point. No SP needed. Very cheap. Still harder to be effective, but its enough to scare them off sometimes, or take one down with coordination.
Personal favorite is REs.
The militia Heavy/Forge Gun combo is the best low SP method, but sadly still leaves you fairly vulnerable to infantry.
Not new, just new to you.
|
CYRAX SERVIUS
Death Firm.
Canis Eliminatus Operatives
1137
|
Posted - 2014.03.10 16:01:00 -
[15] - Quote
Just don't give up, keep trying new things and fight like hell. It gets better the more sp you invest in your core skills the better you can make even a basic suit.
Take advantage of the many learning channels out there as they are a wealth of info. You may want to invest twenty bucks in a cheap mic as it is much easier to teach and train in real time with voice communication. Many corps out there have training programs to help new players along their way, mine included.
PRO TIP, even carrying a basic drop uplink for your team to spawn into battle yields +25 war points per spawn. You will be surprised how quickly those points add up, more war points=more iskies for you.
CEO
Whiskey squad leader
Invictus Maneo~"I Remain Unvanquished"~
|
|
|
| |
|
| Pages: [1] :: one page |
| First page | Previous page | Next page | Last page |