Darrth_Australus Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 ive got a lvl 8 bounty hunter.. which is best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onemanlan Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 (edited) Ask yourself, if there was a best advanced class would you see both classes running around? It depends on your preferences. If you want a ranged tank that is practically unkillable in PvP go for the powertech. You get a single blaster, but at the same time you get some awesome skills. If you want a somewhat squishy damage dealer or alternate healer then go for the merc. Merc dishes out some sick damage but has its own problems at times. Edited December 28, 2011 by onemanlan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanctified Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Mercs are by far the most popular choice for Bounty Hunters. Do a /who on any planet you're on, and you'll find an ocean of them. It's crazy. Powertech tank here. Love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USSDefiant Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 I'm Powertech Advanced prototype. I love it. I have no idea if it does more or less damage than a merc, because there are no damage meters and I've not really been in a competitive environment for it to matter. What I do know, is that AdvProto is fun to play with tons of mobility and tricks. I think a Merc tends to feel like you're just a master shooter, while Powertech makes you feel more like Inspector Gadget. It's amazing what I can fit in my armor. I've got a retractable blade, a flamethrower, a pistol, a rail gun, various missiles... I love the versatility of the powertech. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juuhana Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 (edited) I'm Powertech Advanced prototype. I love it. I have no idea if it does more or less damage than a merc, because there are no damage meters and I've not really been in a competitive environment for it to matter. What I do know, is that AdvProto is fun to play with tons of mobility and tricks. I think a Merc tends to feel like you're just a master shooter, while Powertech makes you feel more like Inspector Gadget. It's amazing what I can fit in my armor. I've got a retractable blade, a flamethrower, a pistol, a rail gun, various missiles... I love the versatility of the powertech. Everything he said. More seriously though, in the beta I played a merc to 15. I was pretty sure I'd start a merc again as my "real main". When I reached 10 and got to the Imperial Fleet and met with my advanced class trainer I wasn't so sure anymore. I felt like wanting to try something else, but I was afraid powertech is just another tank who's not that good in tanking, and therefore would suck in dps also. Boy was I wrong. Not a day goes past that I don't thank my friend for making me choose powertech. Instead of a lousy tank, I got an incredibly-fun-to-play tank, and instead of crap dps, I got a true killing machine. But I guess mercs can be fun to play too. Edited December 28, 2011 by Juuhana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USSDefiant Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 I'll also add that I didn't think fighting animations and sounds could be as visceral as a lightsaber. I started as a Jedi Knight because I wanted to hear that whoosh/whoosh/whoosh... But the explosions, electric darts, punches, blades, and fire plumes of the powertech are every bit as visceral. It's a visual and auditory delight to kill things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vaspyre Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 My mercs 26 and I love it. we sure as heck aren't squishy. Dish out crazy dmg. 9 sec single knockback, 20 sec aoe knockback/snare..which launches far a hell, unload refresh, snare on unload duration, good heals, dmg redux in shields, missiles galore, crazy armor piercing...could go on but I'm at work lol. Loving this class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtb_skillz Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 As a level 46 Powertech who has pvped non stop since hitting 10 (Valor 46) I can assure you Powertechs are def killable. We are easily kited by broken channel spells that channel thru walls or when you out range them. That slow and root you. If you dont go the Tank tree you will get squished pretty fast by good players. Without having your Jet Charge as a gap closer against good range players it is VERY hard to close the gap. If you want to be at range id suggest Merc. As melee can def have some troubles with gap closing without it. Once in close you can put the hurt on no doubt but if your booted back be prepared to slow walk and get fragged. If your merc you get to spam Tracer Missle all day, since it hits like a truck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vaspyre Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 My mercs 26 and I love it. we sure as heck aren't squishy. Dish out crazy dmg. 9 sec single knockback, 20 sec aoe knockback/snare..which launches far a hell, unload refresh, snare on unload duration, good heals, dmg redux in shields, missiles galore, crazy armor piercing...could go on but I'm at work lol. Loving this class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thankyjack Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 21 Merc here and it's an awesome AC. Merc/Arsenal can mow down entire packs of mobs with ease (really, just two abilities and they are all dead). Also, if you learn to kite a little bit, you can kill anything solo. I am quite sure the Powertech is also fun, but I love my Merc. Irrespective of AC, Bounty Hunter is where it's at! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonicFox Posted September 18, 2012 Share Posted September 18, 2012 Mercenary: Two Guns, Lots of Explosions, Better Looking Armor.Powertech: Awesome Gadgets, Survivalist, Can Always Mod Merc Armor lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macroecon Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 (edited) Sorry, but I have to LOL at all the sub-50 claiming their experiences are representative of how the AC plays... A LOT changes at 50. And if you are serious about this game, most of your time will be spent at lev 50. Not sub-50.... Edited September 19, 2012 by Macroecon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake_Storm Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 (edited) I'm in kinda smilar boat myself. I have my Bounty Hunter at 12 and he is waiting to taek his advanced class. I've seen in this thread reasons to kinda take eitehr one, but nothing to really answer the question. So, that being said-let me ask it in a slightly different way... On a PVE server, getting very little if any help from anyone, which of the two classes is capable of dealing out the MOST damage, while still being able to take the hits that you'll get in say a HEROIC 2+? On a side note-what the best skills to take? I was leaning towards Cybertech myself, becasue I have others that have armstech and armortech. Edited September 20, 2012 by Jake_Storm typos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IxBlazinDxI Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 I'm in kinda smilar boat myself. I have my Bounty Hunter at 12 and he is waiting to taek his advanced class. I've seen in this thread reasons to kinda take eitehr one, but nothing to really answer the question. So, that being said-let me ask it in a slightly different way... On a PVE server, getting very little if any help from anyone, which of the two classes is capable of dealing out the MOST damage, while still being able to take the hits that you'll get in say a HEROIC 2+? On a side note-what the best skills to take? I was leaning towards Cybertech myself, becasue I have others that have armstech and armortech. Well Im assuming you're talking about dailies on all 3 planets. A reasonably geared Merc (Pyro or Arsenal, I prefer Pyro for dailies) will let you solo all dailies (minus End Of Torvix) in a little under 2 hours once you have the fights/routes down. Having a reasonably geared Blizz/Skadge (tank) is a must for soloing the heroics. I prefer Blizz cause a Jawa tank is pretty cool. Cybertech is a good choice and a money maker as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake_Storm Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Well Im assuming you're talking about dailies on all 3 planets. A reasonably geared Merc (Pyro or Arsenal, I prefer Pyro for dailies) will let you solo all dailies (minus End Of Torvix) in a little under 2 hours once you have the fights/routes down. Having a reasonably geared Blizz/Skadge (tank) is a must for soloing the heroics. I prefer Blizz cause a Jawa tank is pretty cool. Cybertech is a good choice and a money maker as well. I am afarid I don't understand. I gues I am talking about the Dalies, but, how can you see to it your MERC is reasonably geared this early? also, what is a Blizz/ Skadge Tank-are those for the Powertech? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanpurdie Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I have 2 BH's at 50, one is a PT pyro and the other is a Merc Arsenal. I started with the Merc because I wanted to PvE most of the time and thought a ranged AC would be 'easier' in some regards. However, I really got into PvP and following a nerf to the AC (which wasn't needed) I started the whole game again as a Powertech. I abandoned a War Hero to do this so it wasn't an easy decision, but frankly the PT Pyro was worth it. With 1.4 on the way the PT Pyro will now be nerfed, but so will the Merc. I'm not really sure what to do. I want to play BH but Bioware are messing with things everytime they release new content. Arguably I should be choosing an AC for more important reasons, like the playstyle or the feel of it... I've played MMO's for a long time and I am well aware that this 'feeling' doesn't matter much when your beloved Merc is repeatedly beaten by opponents who have the odds stacked in their favour. I will probably stick with PT Pyro and un-sub if the changes are really as badly planned as I, and most of the community, expect them to be. So, my advice is: toss a coin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake_Storm Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Well, I have never cared for PvP. I get inot MMO's because of the feeling of its my Char vs whatever the Universe throws at me. So, are you saying it doesn't matter which class you take? that canlt be right! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tourmaline Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I tried merc up to 28 and I have to say, unless you really know what you are doing with one (and some here obviously do) go with pt. I was unskilled in what to choose for best effect for merc, so I bit hard. XD Just a tip from an unskilled BH. I played jedi mostly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vikoon Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I play a merc and I loved it until 1.4 hit today. We got screwed over big time in this patch and I bet every Arsenal Merc will easily agree with me on that one. At this poiint I wish I would have went Powertech since they got all the bonuses out of this patch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Individual Posted September 26, 2012 Share Posted September 26, 2012 easy pick, PT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Briggs_Knightly Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 ive got a lvl 8 bounty hunter.. which is best Do NOT base your decision on < level 50 toons. I have a level 50 Merc with valor level over 90 in full WH/augmented gear. My level 50 Vanguard with valor under 60 in recruit/BM is much better. PERIOD I do not know why these threads even get repeated... there have been so many of them. It does not matter what patch the comparison is made on PT >>> Merc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hexdoll Posted September 30, 2012 Share Posted September 30, 2012 Mercs are easy to solo with just pop out Mako and you will never have any problems at all...but end game and pvp forget it, they are the worse class in swtor period Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macemesomesith Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 21 Merc here and it's an awesome AC. Merc/Arsenal can mow down entire packs of mobs with ease (really, just two abilities and they are all dead). Also, if you learn to kite a little bit, you can kill anything solo. I am quite sure the Powertech is also fun, but I love my Merc. Irrespective of AC, Bounty Hunter is where it's at! I agree seems the Merc is more balnced out killing machine whee powertech is kill at once..where I can heal a partner in my shield bubble and rain rockets down on them afterwards taking 3/4 of anyone life in the area then a flamethrower and a uppercut( hiayuken ) and its done experiance points across the boards....powertech allowd you to be last man standing but at that final cost... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RogeAce Posted October 20, 2012 Share Posted October 20, 2012 Blizz and skadge are companions that both pt and merc get at the same time.I'm personally for the PT:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nassik Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 The merc is fantastic at PVE, no doubts. With Mako, I've taken everything solo. We are a true PVE powerhouse. At PVP, though, we're dead meat. We've got zero survivability and no means to get away from the melee classes. And they know it. I get jumped in every war zone once the jedi see me. Mercs are free kills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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