CN9-A "Zombie Hugger" (3xSRM6, 2xML, STD275)

5/5,

5 ratings

haha, yes, it's been hard leveling the AL and D variant... even the A with the lrmfest going on right now isn't exactly working since you need to get so close for this build to be effective. You have about 15 seconds before you get crushed by lrms so you can only put down already severely wounded enemies.

 

I don't have a problem with the D so much in that its a bad mech, just that its options are:
1) Go with a 300 XL and have decent weapons.
2) Go with a 340 XL+ and either skimp out on ballistics or missiles.
3) Do something you could do better on a CN9-A (or go the other way, DGN-1N).

The 300 XL doesn't give you many options, and the 280 XL puts you below where a Dragon would be better.

 

I dropped down to a 250 STD, picked up AMS and 2 tons of ammo (figure it's useful in a mech designed to survive) and grabbed 5 tons of SRM ammo. It's a bit slow, but I think it's worth it for the longevity.

 

So I've been playing this lately (with Artemis, but whatever), and it's basically unplayable with my current ping. There's a massive firing delay (~0.5s) before the SRM6's actually leave the tubes, which means it's impossible to tag anything that's moving even a little bit, then it's a complete crapshoot whether they actually connect. Since 90% of this build's damage is tied up in the SRM's, I can't even be bothered to try anymore.

I'll just have to grind up with my Ilya to earn enough for my next mech, whatever it may be. Non-Streak SRMs are basically just out of bounds until HSR for missiles is finished.

 

I hate to ask this but you ARE opening your missile bay doors right?

 

Yeah, but there's still a very significant delay, much like the old PPC delay.

It doesn't help that I have 200 ping all the time. =p

 

This is the mech that is talked about in the benefactor video? I am going to try this!!!!

 

This is my current version that I'm having a blast with:



The MG is such a great component killer once you're through the armor, and a close in shot when you're flanking will cut open an opponent in short order.

 

I love this build to death, however, after the changes in this recent patch, I feel like I have Artemis, and it's throwin' my aim down the drain. I can't hit anything anymore cause I lack spread :/

I suppose it will just take some practice and maybe I'll be able to get back to where I was.

 

Defo a great build, just remember to open the dam missile bay at start, I ALWAYS forget!

 

I dub this creation... the "Crunchurion".
Only reason why this has Artemis is to help improve the accuracy of the SRMs at their optimal range (270m), and I can't tell you how many times having this upgrade has made all the difference.

It's by far my favourite 'Mech, and I have a blast piloting it.

 

As of tomorrow afternoon (Eastern time) the SRMs will be going up to 2.0 damage for a little bit. Bring out the Centurion Zombies!

 

This thing will kill in droves, it'll have a Alpha of 46 pts!

On a medium! I tell you, as a Atlas driver, I will certainly be wary of the zombies tomorrow...

Somebody please do a 8 man Zombie drop and tape it for this thread!

 

HA! With the buff, 3xSRM6+ART may be the new OP PPC.

 

Maybe get the AMS variant and taking out a DHS to get moare armor on arms plus a MG without ammo. That way the mech would look less like a zombie (se you can see the gun stick out of the model, esp when models are fixed), attracting more focus even.

 

Im currently playing this built with a STD 260 and a MG. Been loads of fun with the new SRM buff, especially if u get brawlerfriendly maps. My current highscore... dont think i'll be able to break the 1k though with a medium, cause i lack ammo.

 

I agree with Gex, great build now. I've been running in the 450-600 damage range... When I'm smart enough to stick with my team. My problem is patience. I run out too fast and die. (because I'm a moron) However, I did get two rounds in a row over 700 damage by sticking by Highlanders and Atlas.

The SRM buff will be fun until the next patch when they will definitely nerf them.

Chatt.

 

LOL! GRIMM! I just watched a video of a 8v8 Reddit Arena where they dropped against the wrong team. Just happened to be 8 CN9-As! Who is on this crazy team? Mason Grimm...

 

LOL was this a recent match? I think we had a "Hey lets just have some fun and try this out" night where we ran a Legion.

 

July 2nd. You won! ... well... your team.