ChromeHounds - Gen. Discussion & Info

[quote name='looploop']10ish is a great price for it.[/quote]

ic i might get it then if u guys start playin
i just read about the multi player and no wonder u guys all played it before :lol:
 
[quote name='paz9x']ill be on tonight. though ill be coming off a 36 hour shift so i dont know how late ill last.[/quote]

I would be down for a couple rounds, maybe around 8:30 CST or so?
 
ill probably be on around that time maybe 30-60 minutes later. if you havent already, id spend some time setting up your hounds so we dont have to worry about it come tonight.
 
[quote name='paz9x']ill probably be on around that time maybe 30-60 minutes later. if you havent already, id spend some time setting up your hounds so we dont have to worry about it come tonight.[/quote]

Ok, I ran some 1v1 matches against the computer last night trying out some different stuff. I will probably run a few more before we all play, I spent quite a bit on parts last night for some different hound builds.
 
which would you prefer for mid-close range combat. shotguns or rockets?
also my favorite class has been a heavy gunner walking base loaded with rockets and snipers.
I like putting tons of fire down on hounds from a medium distance. do you have any suggestions for that style of hound?
 
[quote name='Nelo Ice']so gs has this foir $12 used and i can shave off another 10% with edge is that the cheapest way to get this game?[/QUOTE]


YMMV, I saw a copy for $3 at Sears last week. I
 
[quote name='paz9x']which would you prefer for mid-close range combat. shotguns or rockets?
also my favorite class has been a heavy gunner walking base loaded with rockets and snipers.
I like putting tons of fire down on hounds from a medium distance. do you have any suggestions for that style of hound?[/QUOTE]
Midrange? I'd stay away from shotguns and rockets (both kinds) as they are not very good. I would recommend howitzers or assault rifles.

There are 2 popular howtizer builds, one with 4 howitzers on naqa legs, and what is referred to as a "low-rider". Its built on meade treads, and can have 4 howtizers and 2 sabres, or 6 howitzers. You'd want Faus or Espadon howitzers from Tarakia.

You can run a 4 AR build, or 3 AR's with 3 grenades, on naqa legs. You'd ideally want Baselard or Cutlass AR's from Tarakia and Mushmis grenades from Sal Kar, though the Morskoj AR100s and AR200s are good too.

You'll want to avoid any quad leg build like the plague. They simply are not mobile enough to be effective. Most effective builds (excluding wheels) are on Naqa legs from Sal Kar or Meade treads from Tarakia. If you want a wheel build, you'd want Sal Kar wheels, I believe the Faras or the other similar one, whichever is faster.


I run cannons and grenades myself, but you need to be good at them before you're effective at mid-range. They're not as good as they used to be.
 
[quote name='dafoomie']I run cannons and grenades myself, but you need to be good at them before you're effective at mid-range. They're not as good as they used to be.[/QUOTE]

Did Sega or From Software change the stats on some equipment?

Also, I just re-bought this game, so I'd like to join the squad. Is it "hostile cag."? No upper-case or anything weird?
 
[quote name='Rusty Ghia']Did Sega or From Software change the stats on some equipment?

Also, I just re-bought this game, so I'd like to join the squad. Is it "hostile cag."? No upper-case or anything weird?[/QUOTE]

i think hes referring to the update, that was in effect back when we played last year though, so nothign new.

yea thats the clan. im looking forward to playing. itll be nice having you on there, you were a lot of help when we used to play.
 
[quote name='paz9x']i think hes referring to the update, that was in effect back when we played last year though, so nothign new.

yea thats the clan. im looking forward to playing. itll be nice having you on there, you were a lot of help when we used to play.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, the patch came last year.

I'll post pictures of the more common builds when I get the chance, its come a long way since that time.
 
anybody up for play tonight?
ill check back here to see if im gonna be alone.

thanks dafoomie. im gonn rebuild a few of my hounds today.
 
Man, I should play again - was too busy tonight though. Keep a spot for me though - maybe next week!
 
Hope to see you on there io. Much praise to AK85, he took a pounding and I didn't think that he would make it out alive, but he did. The other squad then messaged me wondering how in the hell he managed to survive an attack by 3 enemy hounds.
 
that was fun. wish i couldve played more. i really need to refine my hounds. every hound has something i really like and things that arent so hot. i lost a bunch of builds from when i used to play and i dnt remember what i had then but know they worked well and i rarely died.
 
[quote name='TheLucky.1']just bought this game again and as soon as i complete the missions i'd be interested in joining the squad...need parts[/QUOTE]

blah, f that. just come on, most of us have enough money, we can give you tons and you can buy whatever you want.
 
[quote name='Rusty Ghia']Hope to see you on there io. Much praise to AK85, he took a pounding and I didn't think that he would make it out alive, but he did. The other squad then messaged me wondering how in the hell he managed to survive an attack by 3 enemy hounds.[/quote]

After about 99% damage my hound became very agile and I was able to dodge the rest of their incoming attacks.
OK, I honestly have no idea how I stayed alive :lol:
 
i hope to be on, should be able to.

was at gamestop today, its 12.99 without any discount. $8.44 after coupon and edge.
really the best deal on the 360 IMO. no reason for people who are interested not to grab it.
 
[quote name='Rusty Ghia']Tomorrow is Chromehounds Day, so I'll hopefully see you guys there.[/quote]

Have to go to the dentist a little after 6 CST, so I should be around to play after 7 or so.
 
I think pretty much what I use to play before was close/mid-range combat. Pretty much just something that could run in, take out the base, and if I had to the mech guarding it.
 
Here are some common builds among Colonels:


5 Banger sniper:
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/8537/20080426174031th0.jpg
http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/5708/20080426174048qn0.jpg
The standard sniper of today, 3 SC200's and 2 Sabres. The placement of the two Sabres varies, but the rest is usually identical. 3 grenades are sometimes substituted for the Sabres.

Naqa legs
Isba spacer
Nobili generator
Brooke cockpit
(3) SC200s
(2) Sabres
you can optionally add a radiator if you think you need it

highest damage CE rounds in all guns, rotated so they're all pointing down and in.


Gator sniper:
http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/1091/20080426175429nb0.jpg
http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/7237/20080426175441qa6.jpg
Used to be the most common sniper, still popular. It has a stronger cockpit and fires 4 SC200s at once, instead of 3 and 2.

Naqa Legs
C110 cockpit
G10 generator
Isba spacer
(4) SC200s
Fidda or AM110 shield plate

use the highest damage CE rounds


Firewalker (aka H-wing howitzer, the A-wing howitzer is similar)
http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/8602/20080426174844mt3.jpg
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/660/20080426174851hy6.jpg
Typical soldier build with howitzers, they can be attached to the spacer or the cockpit. Usually has Faus howitzers, Espadons are OK too. HW300s are sometimes used but aren't accurate.

Naqa legs
Isba spacer
C110 cockpit
G10 or G100 generator
(4) Faus howitzers

never rotate howitzers.


Lowrider:
http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/7233/20080426174438rq5.jpg
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/3460/20080426174445ps6.jpg
http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/1268/20080426174535fq9.jpg
Very good mid to long range support, with 4 howitzers and 2 sabres. Not for up close fighting.

Meade treads
Isba spacer
Nobili generator
Johnston cockpit
(4) Faus or Espadon howitzers
(2) Sabres or SC200s

6 Howie:
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/4759/20080426174708as3.jpg
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/6516/20080426174716mc5.jpg
http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/8166/20080426174731pz8.jpg
A useful artillery and support mech, but don't run it like a soldier, its not for short range fighting.

Triple Single:
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/7418/20080426174623up5.jpg
http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/2193/20080426174636sp8.jpg
Common artillery, now that double doubles aren't as good. Better long range than the 6 howitzer, but vulnerable to snipers and anything up close. Asifa's are more accurate, but Bastard's are more powerful. Don't use any other type of heavy cannon on this.

Sidewinder Cannon:
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/6214/20080426174249bw3.jpg
http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/4904/20080426174302lg6.jpg
Standard cannon hound. Might be a good idea to use 3 cannons and 3 grenades instead. Usually has Falchions, sometimes Anelaces, can also have CN300s if the armor plate is removed. 4 CN300s hurt.

Naqa legs
C110 cockpit
Isba spacer
G100 generator
(4) Falchions
AM110 armor plate

Use highest damage CE rounds if you plan on fighting. KE rounds can kill bases but aren't as good against mechs.


Terror Tower:
http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/917/20080426174129js0.jpg
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/9828/20080426174139uj7.jpg
Triple heatseeker, great ambush weapon. Its short range and has limited ammo, stay out of open fields. You can build it in many different ways, but the principle is to stack 3 heatseekers vertically and put a cockpit behind it. Use the small Sal Kar heatseekers.

4 Assault Rifle, 3 Grenade:
http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/4131/20080426174212ze5.jpg
http://img258.imageshack.us/img258/139/20080426174218mp0.jpg
Useful for picking away at shorter range mechs outside of their effective range, grenades are very nice too when they close in. You'd need to use AR100s or 200s for this, the Tarakian AR's are more popular but will not fit here.


For further research, there are (slightly dated) guides at:
http://boards2.sega.com/chromehounds_board/
http://forums.xbox.com/464/ShowForum.aspx
 
those are awesome, everyone of those is better than anything i have. im gonna use those as a guide.
i appreciate the effort in posting all that info and pics. thanks dafoomie.
 
If you need help building those, let me know. I know they're a little dark.

The legs are all naqa legs, and the treads are all meade treads.
 
[quote name='looploop']Hey, who's up for some missions tonight?[/QUOTE]

gonna take a break, gta is owning the xbox currently.
 
What are they colliding with?

If they're hitting the Howitzers, remove them. Then, when you add the first two back to the joints on either side, hit X to turn them backwards, then one of the arrows to bring it back forward, it will be lower than before. Make sure the howitzer is pointing up.
 
[quote name='dafoomie']What are they colliding with?

If they're hitting the Howitzers, remove them. Then, when you add the first two back to the joints on either side, hit X to turn them backwards, then one of the arrows to bring it back forward, it will be lower than before. Make sure the howitzer is pointing up.[/quote]

thx that fixed it
 
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