The DMR: My apology to BR users/defenders

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My most used weapon is the DMR.

I currently only use it on Ragnarok and Longbow.

My current fav load-out is the Storm Rifle/Carbine combo (Firepower). Another has the AR/BR.

As the shoe is on the other foot, I am finding that in some situations, I can not beat the DNR user. I finally understand what many on these threads have been arguing. I still believe the DMR should be dominant on large maps and long range. However, I finally know how bad it is at close to mid range.

For those who have been arguing change for the DMR, I finally concede that you all were right! I was wrong! Forgive me?

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Supposedly the DMR will get a red reticle decrease, making it less viable for short and medium range encounters.

This with the BR and AR buff? And possible LR ROF increase?

Things will be how they should be.

LR = Long range superiority, decent in medium range

DMR = Long range dominance, good in medium range
BR = Medium range superiority, decent in short range
AR = medium-short range superiority, great in short range

SR = short range superiority, useful in medium range

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I forgive you :slight_smile:

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OP, I now have gained more respect for you, even if I don’t agree with you all the time.

Although I want to avoid sounding like a self centered -Yoink-, and I’m not necessarily right, but it’s hard to admit when you are wrong.

Again, I feel like a -Yoink- saying that, so sorry about that :stuck_out_tongue:

OT: If the BR/Carbine/LR get a buff, the DMR will still be the best all around weapon. It will be good in all situations. HOWEVER, it will not beat the other weapons in their specialised ranges, which IMO is perfect.

The DMR will still plague BTB, but other weapons will be more viable for different situations, and the lightrifle will be used for people suppressing enemy fire and getting quick, clean long range kills.

DMR will be best on medium maps with big sightlines. Think, Solace or Meltdown or any of the new castle maps. It won’t however beat the specialised weapons in their own range, which is as it should be.

I definitely like this new update, and it might make BTB more playable (along with IS).

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> My most used weapon is the DMR.
>
> I currently only use it on Ragnarok and Longbow.
>
> My current fav load-out is the Storm Rifle/Carbine combo (Firepower). Another has the AR/BR.
>
> As the shoe is on the other foot, I am finding that in some situations, I can not beat the DNR user. I finally understand what many on these threads have been arguing. I still believe the DMR should be dominant on large maps and long range. However, I finally know how bad it is at close to mid range.
>
> For those who have been arguing change for the DMR, I finally concede that you all were right! I was wrong! Forgive me?

You’re forgiven, but stand in the corner for half an hour.

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You don’t need to justify what you use, if you use it then… you use it :stuck_out_tongue:

It is an all time bane to me and it needs to be altered definitely, but it is made to dominate long range.
No forgiveness needed (:

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Yeah… I only use the DMR for long-range engagements, but I’m starting to use the Light Rifle. It’s so much better. For close to medium-range engagements, I still own DMR users with the BR, Light Rifle, and sometimes with the AR & Magnum combo.

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I agree. The Light Rifle can be pretty nasty on maps as “small” as Monolith and larger. I actually get kind of excited when I get nail a perfect 4 shot in a 1v1 battle lol. I think I may start using a BR/LR combo using firepower.

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> Supposedly the DMR will get a red reticle decrease, making it less viable for short and medium range encounters.
>
> This with the BR and AR buff? And possible LR ROF increase?
>
> Things will be how they should be.
>
>
>
> LR = Long range superiority, decent in medium range
>
> DMR = Long range dominance, good in medium range
> BR = Medium range superiority, decent in short range
> AR = medium-short range superiority, great in short range
>
> SR = short range superiority, useful in medium range

I’m now happy with anu changes that are to be made!

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> I forgive you :slight_smile:

Thanx!

Now I have had first hand experience, I understand how bad it has been for those on the other end of my DMR, especially so now I use nonDMR load-outs!

I have a loadout with it in for Ragnarok and Longbow. But,I have been using the Carbine on Ragnarok the past couple of days:) Actually had nine kills with it in one game :slight_smile: Hope to get better.

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> OP, I now have gained more respect for you, even if I don’t agree with you all the time.
>
> Although I want to avoid sounding like a self centered -Yoink!-, and I’m not necessarily right, but it’s hard to admit when you are wrong.
>
> Again, I feel like a -Yoink!- saying that, so sorry about that :stuck_out_tongue:
>
> OT: If the BR/Carbine/LR get a buff, the DMR will still be the best all around weapon. It will be good in all situations. HOWEVER, it will not beat the other weapons in their specialised ranges, which IMO is perfect.
>
> The DMR will still plague BTB, but other weapons will be more viable for different situations, and the lightrifle will be used for people suppressing enemy fire and getting quick, clean long range kills.
>
> DMR will be best on medium maps with big sightlines. Think, Solace or Meltdown or any of the new castle maps. It won’t however beat the specialised weapons in their own range, which is as it should be.
>
> I definitely like this new update, and it might make BTB more playable (along with IS).

Thanks!

I admit when I’m wrong and, I was wrong.

In the past I would have argued with your assessment but, I now find myself only agreeing!

IN BTB,I will try my best to use the Carbine on Ragnarok and Longbow but, if I’m out of ammo, will pick up what may be near by, so, that might be a DMR.

Although it is a pain to use and work out, thus far, I’m also trying to use the Carbine on Settler…had 8 kills in one match there with it.

I’ve even had a couple double kills withe Carbone already and, that feels good!

I’ve never reall used teh DMR on any otehr ma, otehr as a pickup if I needed a weapon with ammo.

As for mid range, or mid sized maps, I’m going the BR.And , of course, the AR/BR combo 4v4, as I have always done…never used a DMR, other than pickup when out of ammo, on 4v4 modes.

I really only used the damn thing in BTB on Ragnarok and Longbow but, had amassed a huge kill count all the same. I’m a changing my ways!

TO DMR USERS:

It is a challenge to try and do well with new weapons outside of your comfort zones. But, it is an enjoyable challenge non the less. I’m not telling you that you must change your ways but, rather, give a try at more variety. And, who knows,you might be converted like I ws. But, it has to be your choice. For me, the facts are now obvious due to first hand experience!

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> > My most used weapon is the DMR.
> >
> > I currently only use it on Ragnarok and Longbow.
> >
> > My current fav load-out is the Storm Rifle/Carbine combo (Firepower). Another has the AR/BR.
> >
> > As the shoe is on the other foot, I am finding that in some situations, I can not beat the DNR user. I finally understand what many on these threads have been arguing. I still believe the DMR should be dominant on large maps and long range. However, I finally know how bad it is at close to mid range.
> >
> > For those who have been arguing change for the DMR, I finally concede that you all were right! I was wrong! Forgive me?
>
> You’re forgiven, but stand in the corner for half an hour.

Thanks! But, your letting me off too lightly :slight_smile: I can think of worse punishments but, the corner will do :slight_smile:

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> You don’t need to justify what you use, if you use it then… you use it :stuck_out_tongue:
>
> It is an all time bane to me and it needs to be altered definitely, but it is made to dominate long range.
> No forgiveness needed (:

Thank you!

I agree, it needs to be changed and it seems change is coming. It is change I no longer oppose; I can not justify an such opposition any longer.

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> Yeah… I only use the DMR for long-range engagements, but I’m starting to use the Light Rifle. It’s so much better. For close to medium-range engagements, I still own DMR users with the BR, Light Rifle, and sometimes with the AR & Magnum combo.

Cool.I’ve been using the LR now and again too. It is a nice weapon. I look forward to its buf, of sorts.

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Me and you, Wolfy agreeing on something?

Go home Waypoint, you’re drunk.

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> Supposedly the DMR will get a red reticle decrease, making it less viable for short and medium range encounters.
>
> This with the BR and AR buff? And possible LR ROF increase?
>
> Things will be how they should be.
>
>
>
> LR = Long range superiority, decent in medium range
>
> DMR = Long range dominance, good in medium range
> BR = Medium range superiority, decent in short range
> AR = medium-short range superiority, great in short range
>
> SR = short range superiority, useful in medium range

And no mention of the Carbine and Suppressor?

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Now all we need is Carbine and LR in SWAT and I’m happy as pie :smiley:

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> Me and you, Wolfy agreeing on something?
>
> Go home Waypoint, you’re drunk.

LMAO. It’s real dude :slight_smile: