Oswald Rehnquist
Zumari Force Projection
Caldari State
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Posted - 2012.10.07 18:00:00 -
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I am a dedicated scout user, and I am personally happy they changed the strafing mechanism, this view isn't universal, but it aligns the scout to more tactical (hit and run / flanking) role instead of frenzy combat. Also the realism aspect matters as well, getting first sights and better equipment is how real fights are determined and should be, also scouts should be more suited to stalkers more so than Neo dodgers. I am not going to say that taking on 5 people out in the open wasn't fun, but the thrill of the flank is also a good high.
That being said, scouts are currently lacking in this build.
The benefits of the scout that I am aware of are, (anything else is either not verbally stated or is practically insignificant to notice)
I) Faster Running (but not fast enough)
II) Smaller Signature (don't know how to measure comparative difference)
III) Faster Turning Speed (one good thing about the class that does stand out)
Weaknesses that come to mind are
A) Less CPU/PG (needs more)
B) Less Shields/Armor (as it should be)
C) Less Modules (I don't have a problem with it)
My $.02 Recommendations
1) In regards to running speed the difference is negligible compared to the assault. As a suit class it should at least be 15-20% faster than the assault to compensate for the flaws involved with the suit, otherwise the new direction/role of the scout will not be so beneficial if it can be done about the same with a more versatile class with more defense and cpu/pg.
2) The Scout will be equipment dependent to be tactical, whether that is sniper, harasser, or spotter, as such there is an issue with CPU/PG and equipment carry limitations. Obviously we have to be careful to not tread on Logis, but perhaps this can be countered by making some equipment logi only, similar to how some weapons are heavy only.
3) Better stealth is needed, and I am aware of the eventual cloaking modules but I am more interested in passive defenses against line of sight over distances (which signature does nothing for), maybe scouts don't show an icon over their head so easily but can be physically seen? I admit I am still working on playing with the active scanners, which may help nullify this piece, but I don't think the suggestion is too powerful considering the new direction the scout has been taken in by this build.
Edit #1
I should also mention that my scout is fastened after spotter/flanker roles (shotguns, active scanners, back biting), so any bias will be based upon the needs for this setup. |