Great job on this article Hog, impressive It was good reading about old times, and then finding out about how you guys have come along.

This actually looks very fun. I will give it a shot. So, -Reserved-

Firstly - you said that viking is a cheap man's thing, and that all the noobs buy it. Well, I have it. And I'm not noob, so my challenge is perfectly legit. If I beat you, then I suppose I prove that statement, since you seem to think that just because you bought Dictator you are pro. Secondly - it will prove that your statement is false. Lastly - You are not advocating on viking. Use correct grammar, man. And I think you mean to say that my intelligence is not as high as my rank. :rolleyes: I really don't have time to argue about my intelligence, and yes this IS getting off topic now. Use PM's for this or get back on topic.

Viking is not a noobs tank. I use it all the time. If you want to take this out, let's do this. But not here, PM's are better for this sort of talk. Let's get back on topic.

Agreed. It all depends on your style. I prefer Viking since MU'd it's epic and it's a fun tank to play with Rail.

I think it mainly depends on the skill set of the players... I would use Viking Rail and Hornet Rico for the team though.

You get points for killing enemies, (In CTF) Capturing and returning flags, carrying the flag(Only if it is captured), (In CP) and capturing a point. Most likely they are capturing/returning flags, since CTF is a very popular game mode.

I like it, since in large games where there are high stakes you can change your combo to fit the new gameplay (New players joining a long match make the experience a bit different). Also, I like it since the reward should be given out not based on whether you have a gun that nobody thought to equip a protection paint from, but based on your personal skill as a tankman.

I remember when Dictator + Rail + Digital was the only combination used. (By the pro's)

How did you know that... :lol: lol But yea, I guess I just love Viking... Ever since my Clan Leader discouraged me from buying dictator, I've never really considered it as an effective tank. (Dictator was his first M3 Tank after the rebalance)

I have a question - did you play with a fully MU'd Viking? Or did you play Pro battles?

Viking's MU stats are totally OP (At M3) MUs add more health to Viking than to any other tank. As to attacking, sometimes it is effective.

Tbh, Viking doesn't need it. I play with M3 Viking all the time with Generalissimo's (Pro battles, not drug wars) and I think it is one of the better tanks. The Power is what makes all the difference.

Viking is definitely a good tank, especially for those who don't plan on buying very much. I personally enjoy Viking M3, and am currently working on getting it MU'd. It definitely has a different style of gameplay than Dictator - while Dictator has enough speed to play a heavy attack role, Viking is much more suited to camping, and that is great with me :)

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Good article - well written. But I must admit you made some big mistakes as far as paints go :lol: Though of course I did to - buying Cedar instead of Rustle... what was I thinking? GJ hog. ;)

How to Prepare for Pro Combat When you want to be as prepared as possible for a big clan or team war, or even a simple match with some of your friends, there are a few things you can do to hone your skills. This article will hopefully help you know how to prepare yourself and give you a few pointers before actually going into combat. 1. Warm up on your accuracy When using weapons like Rail, Smoky, Thunder, or Shaft you will most likely want a warm up. Here is an image of a quick exercise that can help you when you get into actual engagement. Standing still however isn't the best way to warm up your accuracy, so try moving around and hitting specific objects. This really helps get a feel for your tank, especially if you have just upgraded an item or if you haven't played for a few days. When you have recently upgraded your turret it is important to get used to the new turn rate, so practice turning your turret to hit something behind you a few times. Hitting an object that does not move when you are moving is hard enough, but hitting an object that is moving when you're moving as well is even harder. However you have to have another tankman to practice that. I recommend dueling with an experienced player, since that provides invaluable experience, especially if the experienced player gives tips and suggestions. 2. Explore the area of battle This is a great way to get a feel of the map. Many times in clan wars you will be playing in large maps that most tankmen don't see in the list of battles. Create a match like that and drive around. If it is CTF, look at the position that you are planning on playing and drive around to see how you can best play that position - whether it be mid-fielder, defender or attacker. For example if you were going to be the attacker you would look for the least conspicuous attack and escape routes, and perhaps even scan the enemy side of the map for possible sniping positions that the enemy could use. 3. Test yourself Though most people do not consider this part of preparation very much, it can be very important. Many times warm ups and other such activities cannot prepare you for combat as much as actual combat. Usually there are a few NS battles floating around - pick one and play for 15-20 minutes. By the way, I recommend getting a NS pass if you are preparing for pro combat. Now there are a few questions to ask once that time has been completed. Number one - what do I need to work on most? If you lost, how can you improve so that you will win? Sometimes you will find that you have several problems, but don't be discouraged. Work on one problem at a time. 4. Fix any problems you find Fixing the kinks in your armor can be hard, but it is especially hard if you allow the kink to become a habit, which is something far more serious than minor mistakes. If you find that you have a habit, you need to destroy it. Practice doing whatever it is without mistake. It can be time consuming, but it is better than getting beaten often. Sometimes however, the problems are hard to find. For example, I used to have a hard time hitting an enemy tank while moving. So be on your guard. Some things, though small, can be devastating in the long run. 5. Watch the pros This is an excellent way to prepare for pro combat. There are many old videos and such items around the forum, and a few old cybersport recordings that can be of great help when it comes to battling pros. As many seasoned strategists know - getting a feel for what the enemy will do in combat can be invaluable. If you play for a clan and happen to be fighting a more famous one, you might even be able to see that very clan in action. However, though watching them can be good - imitating them is something much different. Keep up working and testing yourself, and you may become one of the better players in Tanki Online. v=Td0ryd1QiSk Conclusion I hope that this article has helped you know some of the basics when it comes to preparing for pro combat. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them. Good luck, and see you in the battle!

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Nice - for the first time there is a sale which is more than even 50% :blink: Tanki made history! B) M3 Rail, here I come xD

Lol - go Railgun!

Exactly. Vote for rail!

Incorrect. Though sometimes it will not destroy it, it is entirely possible - Multiply 166 by 2 (DP) and you get 332, which is more than Mammoth M2's 300 health. Admittedly though, it is rare.

Go Rail!

True - but I always catch tons of golds. That's why I usually earn on average 2-3k. :S Maybe golds just are attracted to me or something xD