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Re: Weapon Spotlight - Hemlok & R-99

Hemlock = medium range.

As a Gibraltar player this is how I think:

Ideal setup = long range and close range weapon. Preferably a Triple Take and Peacekeeper.

Compromise = medium range (Hemlock/Spitfire/R301) and short range/long range. I'll accept a Hemlock and EVA-8.

Worst case scenario = medium and medium range. I'll settle for two medium range guns such as a Hemlock and R301. But it's not the ideal setup for Gibraltar when I play him.

The reason is that, when using Gibraltar, I have to be able to damage enemies at range to supplement his Ultimate: 'Defensive Barrage'. So I want high damage plus good ranged accuracy along with some powerful close range back-up.

But I also have to maximise the potential of Gibraltar's Defensive Barrage itself. To do that I need Ultimate Accelerant. Maybe 3 ideally, depending on inventory / backpack capacity. So that's 3 inventory slots. But by using a sniper and a shotgun I'm able to cut down on the amount of ammo I need. The Hemlock, due to it's burst fire module, is also economical on ammo. This means I can still get the additional inventory slots I need to carry the Ultimate Accelerants. Plus the Hemlock still has some of the same traits in it's range and accuracy that a sniper rifle has.

And that's why I use the hemlock. 🤓

2 Replies

EA_Blueberry
Community Manager
7 years ago
@warslag Love the feedback from the perspective from a Legend. That does make a huge difference. R-99 can be devastating with the digital scope when you're using Bangalore's smoke.

I prefer the Hemlock over the Flatline but if the Spitfire is available I'll exchange it out. Single fire is great for long distance and ammo conservation reasons, but if I'm not packing a Peacekeeper, EVA-8, or R-99 as my close range weapon the burst fire is not forgiving at all if you miss a shot or two on the enemy.

Would love the option to include a select fire for it with the ability to go full-auto. The prowler is one of my favorites when you can turn it full-auto, but it's risky at times to hang onto it hoping you'll come across that attachment.

R-99 is in a great spot. It's rough to use if you don't have the lvl 3 extended mag, but when attached it's the top of it's class for close-range weapons.
warslag
7 years ago
@EA_Blueberry
Thanks. 🙂
R-99 makes sense if you're assaulting other squads. But if you're enemies are already damaged by AoE or by sniper fire then a shotgun gives you that explosive punch. It's also perfect when you're already in a sniper spot and using cover. Because then you're usually dealing with those onrushing R-99 players who may not have expected to suddenly lose a chunk of shield from a barrage or a sniper shot. I think that when I'm playing Gibraltar it's all about taking chunks out of players. Which also makes sense because Gibraltar has a healthy appetite.