First off, I want to say that I am super happy about the upcoming R2 and his kit. Nevertheless, I think he will not help with the Maul Arena infestation. The Problem is simple:The entire enemy will go before you regardless of whether you have r2 or not. After that, with all the debuffs, you will be at such a disadvantage that you won't be able to turn the match around. Just as is the case now!So, how exactly will R2 change that?I have everything ready to get R2 to G11 instantly, but I had a week to think about it and now I have serious doubts

There is some idea floating around that his AOE will reduce dodge. I am not sure if this is the case or not.

"Dooku_for_days;c-1048812" wrote:Ummm... Rex lead.Well that is working already...and we still have 50% zMaul teams. So what does R2 bring?

"Antares;c-1048813" wrote:"Dooku_for_days;c-1048812" wrote:Ummm... Rex lead.Well that is working already...and we still have 50% zMaul teams. So what does R2 bring?Rex solves the speed bonus that zaul has. R2 solves the evasion bonus. There is basically nothing of zaul's leader left after this. If you crit, they get stealth... pretty poor leader ability if you ask me.

the burning debuff apparently is just like DoT with the addition, that the enemy can't evade anymore. I think, as long as the opponent can cloak and gain TM like crazy, there is little hope, even with R2

How exactly will R2 end the Maul meta...?!?

65 Replies

Stephenjames6
9 years ago
There is some idea floating around that his AOE will reduce dodge. I am not sure if this is the case or not.
Jim17490
9 years ago
Ummm... Rex lead.
AnTaR3s86
9 years ago
"Dooku_for_days;c-1048812" wrote:
Ummm... Rex lead.

Well that is working already...and we still have 50% zMaul teams. So what does R2 bring?
Jim17490
9 years ago
"Antares;c-1048813" wrote:
"Dooku_for_days;c-1048812" wrote:
Ummm... Rex lead.

Well that is working already...and we still have 50% zMaul teams. So what does R2 bring?

Rex solves the speed bonus that zaul has. R2 solves the evasion bonus. There is basically nothing of zaul's leader left after this. If you crit, they get stealth... pretty poor leader ability if you ask me.
AnTaR3s86
9 years ago
the burning debuff apparently is just like DoT with the addition, that the enemy can't evade anymore. I think, as long as the opponent can cloak and gain TM like crazy, there is little hope, even with R2
On3Punch
9 years ago
Depends on the team you're thinking to use him in, personally i think he'll fit perfectly into a zQGJ team... I'm not sure about other teams though...

I too became doubtful about gearing him max (actually i can only g10 him atm), but not because of his use, i have doubts cause there are rumors Jedi Luke will be the next released toon and i'll regret getting R2 maxxed lol
AnTaR3s86
9 years ago
"The0n3;c-1048824" wrote:
... there are rumors Jedi Luke will be the next released toon and i'll regret getting R2 maxxed lol

Excellent point...a good reason to hold off actually!
htid1987
9 years ago
Maybe Jedi Luke will be the one to end the zaul meta
AnTaR3s86
9 years ago
"htid1987;c-1048832" wrote:
Maybe Jedi Luke will be the one to end the zaul meta

I can already see the outrage here on the forums, when the devs announce that the other fan favourite is...anyone else but Luke :D :D :X
JohnnySteelAlph
9 years ago
At the top of arena I don't see R2 having much impact as it relates to Maul - but R2 in some non-3x cleanse Rex-led or no-GK Jedi teams for players that are in the 20-50+ ranks will have a big impact as it will close the gap between their builds and the other Maul builds. I don't see any impact really for elite Jedi either as they already beat Maul at a high rate. Maybe it just becomes easier / quicker and a bit less annoying with the dodge stomped out.