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Posted - 2013.12.12 21:26:00 -
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I've killed at least 20 tanks so far since 1.7 hit. Forge guns still work. Heavy suit is still viable.
Heck, I even went on a murder spree with my SMG running into the base cause I ran out of forge gun rounds. Got at least 5 kills before dying.
Heavy is the most reliant role on other players, and other heavies. If you don't play it like that you're going to have a hard time. Ever run a squad with 3 heavies, 2 logistics, and an assault defending an objective? Infantry doesn't stand a chance, that's where heavies shine. The heavy is a DEFENSIVE role, they wait for the enemy to foolishly walk into their trap instead of running out into the open guns blazing (at least the amarr heavy is, Minmatar heavy could potentially be awesome for aggressive play)
You run into more than one heavy defending and you'll die. It's as simple as that. Solo heavies need two armor reps at the least. Shield regulators are a good option if you use cover a lot. Plates should only be used if you have logistics support to help heal you. That way you can rep in between encounters and have another full 1200 ehp to deal with the next guy. If you find another heavy stick with him. Chances are the enemy will panic and not be able to take down even one of you when he has two HMGs in his face.
Trust me, I have proficiency 3 in both HMG and forge, prototype heavy frame, and my main role is logistics. If anything, the HMG just needs a rework of the bullet spread, and the heavy to have more ways of earning points for the team.
Also, don't be afraid to use light weapons if you have support! The HMG is the heavy version of a shotgun. It's great for nailing a person who comes around the corner unsuspecting, but can't do anything at range. You have to be sneaky with it and it's not just point and shoot like other weapons. If you can sacrifice ammo capacity then go for a rifle. However, don't be an idiot and use a rifle in situations where HMGs would be more effective. Rifles are better for defending areas with a large space in-between the objective and the enemy.
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