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− | The '''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a heavy disruptor hovercraft from the [[Hovercraft Platform]].{{ | + | The '''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a heavy disruptor hovercraft from the [[Hovercraft Platform]].{{ Infobox zkunit |
+ | | name = Bolas | ||
| defname = hoverheavyraid | | defname = hoverheavyraid | ||
+ | | description = Disruptor Hovercraft | ||
+ | | image = http://manual.zero-k.info/unitpics/hoverheavyraid.png | ||
+ | | icontype = hoversupport | ||
+ | | cost = 190 | ||
+ | | hitpoints = 720 | ||
+ | | movespeed = 95 | ||
+ | | turnrate = 148 | ||
+ | | sight = 560 | ||
+ | | sonar = 560 | ||
+ | | transportable = Light | ||
+ | | weapons = | ||
+ | {{ Infobox zkweapon | ||
+ | | name = Disruptor Pulse Beam | ||
+ | | type = BeamLaser | ||
+ | | damage = 35 | ||
+ | | reloadtime = 0.33 | ||
+ | | dps = 105 | ||
+ | | slowdamage = 140 | ||
+ | | slowdps = 420 | ||
+ | | range = 220 | ||
+ | | special1 = Instantly hits | ||
+ | }} | ||
}}==Description== | }}==Description== | ||
The Bolas is a second option of raider for the hovercraft factory. Named uniquely a "heavy-raider" it is one of the more expensive ground raiders. It wields a slow pulse beam and excels at one-on-one engagements, but is somewhat fragile for its cost. | The Bolas is a second option of raider for the hovercraft factory. Named uniquely a "heavy-raider" it is one of the more expensive ground raiders. It wields a slow pulse beam and excels at one-on-one engagements, but is somewhat fragile for its cost. | ||
=Tactics And Strategy= | =Tactics And Strategy= | ||
− | The Bolas is capable of dispatching many units in one-on-one engagements, even the direct-counter | + | The Bolas is capable of dispatching many units in one-on-one engagements, even the direct-counter one's like riots. As such, the Bolas should never be faced with a lone unit/lower numbers. The key to defeating a group of Bolases comes down to a few options: |
- Overwhelm them with numbers; | - Overwhelm them with numbers; | ||
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- Fight them at a great range/disadvantageous terrain (as all hovercraft struggle with hills); | - Fight them at a great range/disadvantageous terrain (as all hovercraft struggle with hills); | ||
− | - | + | - Creat an oppening using disabling methods like [[Imp]]s, [[Racketeer]]s or [[Outlaw]]s; |
- Use a bait, like [[Dirtbag]]s or [[Halberd]]s. | - Use a bait, like [[Dirtbag]]s or [[Halberd]]s. | ||
− | While using the Bolas yourself, remember to group up several of them for greater results. | + | While using the Bolas yourself, remember to group up several of them for greater results. Widdle down your opponent with hit-and-run, accumulating the slow-effect on their units, and allowing the Bolases or other troops to finish the enemy off. |
{{Navbox units}} | {{Navbox units}} |