Just read through the last 3 pages. I agree with Shadowwalker on his comments. But I agree (personal opinion) that Firebird is the greatest short range weapon compared with Freeze, Isida. It just requires skill to use it - when to stop burning the targetted enemy (and let the slow-burn take over) and move on to another target so that you aren't hampered by the recharging times or/and depleted firebird. It's precisely due to the rechargin times as a result of running on empty that Shadow mentioned needing drugs (double firepower meaning not running on empty for the same number of kills as without drugs). Certain maps and game-type favour Firebird tremendously. TDM in space-constrained maps - without doubt - I use firebird

This update is totally *wrong*. Just abt every map - like almost all players using Hornet .