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Jump back to quoted post20 Jun 2015, 21:20 PMAlexzandvar

Actually tanks should be scared of AT infantry, considering what's the point of AT infantry unless they can counter their intended targets?

Jump back to quoted post15 Jun 2015, 12:40 PMGoldeneale

That's a pretty good point. The 120mm isn't the only thing around that can wipe squads at 2 CP. A pair of those OKW flaktracks working together can wipe a squad in just a couple seconds, especially with the way squad grouping is these days. Toss a few minefields in or a Sturmpioneer on the retreat path and it's infuriating to play against.

I think the problem most people have with the 120mm wipes is the "surprise" factor involved, similar to demos. The counterplay involved with both is less a matter of killing things and more a matter of being constantly at attention and avoiding certain situations. At least if something gets wiped by a flaktrack or a squad on your retreat path it's very clear that you've been outplayed in some way. The more RNG wipers, however, tend to frustrate because it's very easy to blame the game, or luck, instead of actual player actions.

At the same time, one could argue that the S-mine field is OH's early-game wiper. Set one up behind a blob before you force the retreat and that's a major chance of gg right there. Perhaps riflenade salvos as well, but those can be dodged if you're paying attention.