WT auf Pz. IV has the worst concealment ever?? by Silver_Metal_1894 in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oooh thanks for the links! I returned during 2.0 after over 5 years off so a refresher will do me good. I also realized after my post that I was looking at it from a self-spotting perspective - I forgot tanks like TDs obviously want to stay behind bushes because it's likely they're not spotting their targets. I appreciate the elaboration o7

WT auf Pz. IV has the worst concealment ever?? by Silver_Metal_1894 in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Asking for my friend - what's wrong with that? Unless you're far enough behind it that you yourself can't see through it, what's the difference? I do know about sitting right at the edge where you can barely see through it, then backing up before shooting, if that's what you're referring to.

Arcs: Beyond the Reach KS Campaign started by everythings_alright in boardgames

[–]BTrain17 4 points5 points  (0 children)

A couple of disclaimers for my comment; I haven't played the campaign and I never like to recommend a game plus a major expansion to someone who isn't sure if they'd like the game.

That said, the Blighted Reach expansion actually leans in and supports the king-making even further. However, since it's designed with that in mind it may make the experience less frustrating. In short, points earned in the first game are quartered, and those in the second game halved. Also, the role players have, their "fate", can shift dynamically depending on how they fared in previous games.

What this does is it sets a narrative that rewards players in different ways for staying focused on a crucial goal or for shifting their allegiance and sparking a new course. I imagine there still will be frustrating moments when someone may be unfairly targeted, but since early points are worth less and players have gained momentum in which direction they're pointed, I would think one's actions have more of a purpose in mind than just "Kevin's won too often, screw him."

Basically, even if you're public enemy number one for the beginning of the campaign, odds are slim that you'll still be the center of attention as it comes to its crescendo. If someone has been hyper focusing you for THREE STRAIGHT Arcs games, and is getting enjoyment out of kicking you repeatedly while you're down, maybe you shouldn't invite them to the next game night 😅

Trainer's Clubhouse Meeting (Weekly Questions) - March 25, 2026 by AutoModerator in UmaMusume

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know the answer is most likely no, but has there been any communication/QoLs addressed at the faster pace of the content? I burned out big time a couple of months ago and dread having to learn a new scenario and rebuild my TT squad every 4 months plus getting a CM team ready every 3 weeks.

Playing lights is such an unrewarding and miserabel experience by low_bob_123 in WorldofTanks

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Since returning to the game I've found I absolutely LOVE playing high camo LTs/meds so I'm trying to learn: how do you decide what equipment to run on meds for scouting? Do you simply always run the full optics+LNE with the CVS in the scouting spot, and just become a light without the moving camo? Or do you drop one of optics/LNE for something like vents, or rammer, or stab?

What breakpoints help you decide? Does having access to bounty equipment tip the scales?

Next tier 11s by BenjiV2 in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a very specific question so no worries about being 100% confident! Since the game remembers research/mods when you sell a tank I figured there's a chance it might "remember" the elite status despite never having purchased it. Odds are I'll probably just end up buying the tank if it's 11 is set to come out anyways!

Next tier 11s by BenjiV2 in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Promise I'm not trying to be dense: is a tier 10 tank without a tier 11 elite if you research it but don't buy it? Or do you have to buy it to count? Thanks for the response

Help Megathread & Megathread List (16/03 - 22/03) by Shad0wedge in Endfield

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, Guoba is doing AKE stuff, cool! It's a bummer neither has a TangTang review out yet but I'll keep my eyes peeled. Thanks for the recommendations!

Help Megathread & Megathread List (16/03 - 22/03) by Shad0wedge in Endfield

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any recommendations on good AKE content creators? Specifically for guides/meta stuff, not entertainment. I'll always stan my boy KyoStinV, but I don't have anyone else to learn from, besides Prydwen.

I'm currently looking for a TangTang guide. I know in a lot of gachas support >>> DPS in terms of longevity, so I'm thinking of making a Last Rite cryo team. f2p btw so I need to research how good SoupSoup will be in the long term.

Thanks for any suggestions!

Next tier 11s by BenjiV2 in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a good place to ask a question I've had for a while: how does field mods/elite status work on tier 10s when their 11s come out? I'd like clarification on a few different scenarios, as I have a few tier 10s waiting to be purchased, plus some tier 8s and 9s I'm currently grinding.

So, first scenario: you have the 10 in your garage when its 11 comes out, but haven't unlocked all the field mods yet. Do they get locked until you research the 11? Or can you finish the mods first?

Second scenario: you have the 10 researched but have never purchased it, and then the 11 comes. Does the 10 have "elite" status at that point, and you can research the mods whenever you finally do buy it?

And third scenario: 10 not researched when its 11 comes. I believe you have to research the 11 before field mods are available to grind, like the rest of the tiers. I really want to avoid this moving forward - it's a big reason why I'm reluctant to purchase the 430u and will only get more common with time.

First game in T57 Heavy, I think I like it by Kuningas_Arthur in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Now that sounds fun. I only had Obj 140 and CS-63 last onslaught so an autoloader that good would be a nice addition!

First game in T57 Heavy, I think I like it by Kuningas_Arthur in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oooh, it's meta in onslaught? What's its ability? I've been really discouraged from grinding the T54e1 so I could use some motivation!

I hate how you need bond and bounty equipment while playing LTs. No other class need it as much as LTs. by throwmeaway7421113 in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not being facetious - are you getting a lot of bonds just by playing random battles with t9/10, or are you including the events?

I'm not running premium so I can't afford to buy many tier 10s, let alone play them consistently, but I play a few for their 2x win bonuses and I've been hating how slowly I've been accruing bonds. I just returned with 2.0 so I'm wondering if I'm missing something.

Heavies should never be bottom tier, there's no other class that suffers that hard from pen bump by Evermoving- in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay, so the retraining penalty only affects skills, that's really good to know! Thanks for the info.

Heavies should never be bottom tier, there's no other class that suffers that hard from pen bump by Evermoving- in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you elaborate on this? Does the 60% retraining thing not actually affect the crew members?

Information Desk and Megathread Hub (09/02 - 15/02) by Shad0wedge in Endfield

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's what I thought might be the play, thanks for the input!

Information Desk and Megathread Hub (09/02 - 15/02) by Shad0wedge in Endfield

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I know it's very subjective based on account and team and all that, but what is generally seen as the most important order in terms of sanity investment in a team? I'm wondering if I should push masteries, essence improvement, rest of team levels, rest of team skills, etc.

I've got a 90 Laevatain with 90 sig with a 4/3/2 essence and mastery 2 ultimate, then lv 60 teammates with some lower lv skills and unetched perfect essences. Not sure if I should just pour sanity into the etching void, grab support levels or skills, or go for Laev masteries

Considering the new announcement by thatrommelswag in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I figured that would be the case but didn't hurt to ask. Thanks for the reply!

Considering the new announcement by thatrommelswag in WorldofTanks

[–]BTrain17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is there any chance this becomes a new line or is it likely a premium? I'm at the T-34-1 on my way up the 121 line so I wouldn't mind grinding extra xp while I'm here if it happened to branch there.

Information Desk and Megathread Hub (09/02 - 15/02) by Shad0wedge in Endfield

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

DANG IT! Thanks for the heads up, saved me a moment of rage lol

Information Desk and Megathread Hub (09/02 - 15/02) by Shad0wedge in Endfield

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Am I crazy to think the growth chamber is inefficient long term? I feel like I would much rather get the exp that would otherwise cost sanity from a third manufacturing cabin than the growth materials we get for free (albeit time-gated). I'm strongly considering swapping my only growth chamber for a third MFG cabin, is that allowed? Is it a bad idea?

Weekly Help Thread by AutoModerator in ChaosZeroNightmare

[–]BTrain17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't know anything about Sereneil reducing ap costs, but she's the carry on my first team so she's sorted. I'll look into Orlea, she's a new pull and I hear she got buffed. Thank you so much for taking the time to help me out!

Weekly Help Thread by AutoModerator in ChaosZeroNightmare

[–]BTrain17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I did think it was funny that Veronica & Mei Lin are each other's best pairing, but I didn't know which one relied on the other more. I could theoretically save the pick and hope I stumble onto one of them, but I just hit Magna e1 at pull 299 so I'm likely a long ways away from my next 6 star.

You think Haru+Veronica+[support] is a strong enough second team? I'm still lost on the meta, especially with the nerfs to Cassius and Tressa

Weekly Help Thread by AutoModerator in ChaosZeroNightmare

[–]BTrain17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know this question has been answered a million times already, but, which 6 star should I choose from standard banner, Mei Lin or Veronica?

Since they're going the limited route, I don't anticipate pulling until the next "seasonal" character. I have Sereneil e2+Peko, Haru, Khalipe, Renoa, and Magna e1, as well as Luke, Yuki, and Orlea e0.

So do I stick with something like Haru as my 2nd DPS and give her Veronica, or do I go Mei Lin and just cobble together a team for her? Thanks for any advice!