This build uses a DWF-B chassis with a DWF-A left arm. The engagement tactic behind this build is as follows: Using the zoom module from a distance, strike with the Gauss rifles linked. After this, repeatedly tap the UAC2's as a single firing group to force the target back into cover. By this time your Gauss rifles will have recharged, and you will be ready to pound the target when he re-emerges and looks for you. Repeat the process while maneuvering to nearby cover. Maneuvering is important when the target has retreated because shifting positions makes it take an extra half-second for him to acquire your position. There are a few limitations in this build. It is not particularly good at engaging light mechs, but none of the Direwolf builds I have tried are, it's just got not torso twist speed. Also, I put 2.5 tons of ammo into the UAC2s, not the 0.5 tons shown. 2.5 tons of UAC2 ammunition is not a lot. Here I have leaned in favor of more Gauss rounds (6 tons) because it does not explode and it does way more pinpoint damage. The function of the UAC2s is to intimidate targets by screen shake and limit their engagement ability while your Gauss rifles recharge.
Purpose of a Dire Wolf is to win. Hard to win when you overheat every shot. Like the all ballistics build, creative and plays different. Very cool build, ice cold.
Not sure who I'd agree more with in that argument I'm a bit iffy on UAC2 though...they still just seem so underpowered in comparison to the 5's and up these days. That said, I know being hit with a hail of bullets can make some people panic...but a calm player with a steady hand could probably shear components off this mech in no time. Plus, with cGauss being so much easier to destroy, one wonders how long it would really hold up against enemy fire before you lose a big part of your DPS. I'd have to see a good video of the mech in action to really want to spend the cbills on the components though...I could see it working well in theory, but not having the "big alpha" effect could cause some issues, especially with the way all my DWFs are built in comparison right now
