felper
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Pilot name: felperperez
Platform: Android
League: Diamond
Server Region: Europe
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Post by felper on Dec 1, 2017 13:29:24 GMT -5
Hi everyone! Last time I came here, I asked about 5th slot vs more gold weapons, and I ended up getting the 5th slot, which I don't regret at all. I've already got the second pair of orkans, and I feel pretty comfortable with most of my hangar. I really enjoy playing the DB and Plasma Griffin, as well as the Carnage and the Rhino. But I still can't like very much the RDB Griffin, and I've been looking for an alternative to it. Right now I have around 34k WSP and 1k gold, so I'm mostly thinking of WSP bots. I know that Raijin thunder is cool defending beacons, but I don't really know how to build a Fujin, especially without Orkans (maybe Plasma Fujin?). I can consider other silver bots as well. Any recommendations of bots which are fun to play and affordable? I used to play the Leo but it didn't work very well for me.  imgur.com/39DjdBTThanks in advance! |
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Post by Koalabear on Dec 1, 2017 13:58:45 GMT -5
What's wrong with the Griffin and Leo that you didn't like? I don't like RDB much too, but only because it just doesn't have enough ammo to be aggressive. It's a pop up and shoot and hide bot. Played that way, it's very effective. I tried doing the Tulumbas/Aphid thing for a bit, but again, not very effective. So, I'm back to trying out the Stuka Griffin. Orkans and Aphids. It plays almost like a DB Griffin, except the Aphids give you some fire from cover ability. I've also done Tarans and Aphids, but I I prefer Orkans over Tarans. You could start getting components for Scourge. There's people here who like the Scourge/Gekko Griffin. Or, you can do a Spydra. Notice I'm just suggesting builds for the Griffin and not a new bot? The Griffin is very versatile, and if you get a new bot, you have to spend time and silver upgrading it.
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Post by hi5 on Dec 1, 2017 13:59:23 GMT -5
It kind of depends on what you like to run. The RDB is a mid ranger, and looks like your only one. I usually run 1-2 MR so I can support and last longer vs higher levels, so think about if you want to keep one MR or go all close range (like a plasma Fujin). A Punisher Fujin is an option but I’m not an experienced Pun or Fujin user.
One MR option that I recommend is Zeus Carnage (effective in upper leagues but costly). A cheaper option is a Treb/Pin Leo but it packs about the same punch as an RDB but with less mobility. Energy MR is effective now with all the Dash/anciles around.
I’ve started falling back in love with my stalker and you don’t have a true beacon runner in that line up - but it’s not really a meta build. Can’t go wrong with another PDB Griff either if you want another brawler.
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Post by Lainz on Dec 1, 2017 14:08:05 GMT -5
Why don't you try to replace rockets with punishers?
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Post by Anon O. Mous on Dec 1, 2017 14:39:43 GMT -5
I have Griffins in all various lineups (RDB, PDB Stuka, DB, Leadhose, and Gunship. Each one has its benefits and drawbacks. The Leadhose Griff can be deadly, but thousands of tiny pin pricks take a while to do their damage. DB's do a lot of damage, but at very limited range. The PDB has a little more range, but takes longer to inflict damage. The RDB has a range of up to 500 meters, but is limited on damage and ammunition. You will notice more damage and splash as you level them up. The gunship has a range of up to 800 meters, but is limited by its damage and small ammunition supply.
As I said, each setup has its benefits and drawbacks. It doesn't matter if you're using Griffin, Lancelot, Rhino, or whatever. They have their special niche on different maps.
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Post by drone42 on Dec 1, 2017 15:03:45 GMT -5
If you’re looking for mid-range bots to replace it, here are a few suggestions:
- Trident Carnage. Should fit within your current WSP budget. 600m range, splash damage, Ancile to absorb fire from RDBs and other mid-longe range kinetic/splash weapons, and Rush to help you get in and out of firing positions. You do need to level the Tridents quite a bit to get decent results though.
- Zeus Carnage. Admittedly beyond your current gold stash, but this is a build that should be viable whatever league you get to. 600m energy weapon, and again you have that Ancile and Rush.
- Golem/Boa/Vityaz with mid-range splash. Admittedly they don’t have the damage output of heavy bots or the Carnage, but they are more useful than you’d think based off some of the comments on these forums. The Boa is a tough bot with decent mobility, the Vityaz is a decent all-rounder, and the Golem has the most firepower of the three and is one of the best bots in the entire game for corner-shooting. They’re not too expensive either, so not much of a loss if you end up not liking them. Splash helps make the most of the corner-shooting. Energy weapons are also decent, but you’ve got more of a mixed range issue.
- Pin Patton. Not a bot I’ve used much, but I’ve had it annoy the hell out of me and my teammates more than a few times. The damage is surprising, and you can hit the knifers long before they hit you. The small profile often makes players ignore you in favour of more intimidating targets, which means you can keep causing damage for a bit longer.
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Post by Jame-thon on Dec 1, 2017 15:07:29 GMT -5
I dont know what your definition is of affordable but a few that come to mind that aren't too bad in pricing is - Rog tara/orkan, Stalker, or aphid patton or aphid jesse. GL and have fun : )
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Post by Nexsan on Dec 2, 2017 18:50:35 GMT -5
Triple Zeus Fury is a decent mid-ranger
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Post by pyrotech442 on Jan 18, 2018 13:15:01 GMT -5
Nice but that setup is very costly (and slow) at around 9000 gold. I would prefer zeus carnage especially when it comes to the noricum and zenit buffs.
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Post by frunobulax on Jan 18, 2018 15:32:12 GMT -5
Nice but that setup is very costly (and slow) at around 9000 gold. I would prefer zeus carnage especially when it comes to the noricum and zenit buffs. Stop necroposting, please. I'm sure the OP has made a decision in the last 7 weeks. |
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Post by GuitarGuy on Jan 18, 2018 15:35:32 GMT -5
Why don't you try to replace rockets with punishers? Or Molots?... Dont do the Rajin.. Just trust me on this.. |
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Post by ᒪΛᏟIΛ on Jan 18, 2018 16:37:30 GMT -5
Triple Zeus Fury is a decent mid-ranger *second best* |
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