Talk:Gekko/@comment-29591407-20160824193259

I think I'm going to put up a page on tactics as most of the advice here is straight DOT/upgrade paths without consideration for play style or team coordination. The weapons have different characteristics and can suit different styles of play and roster. The GEKKO-XX is a good example.

Deterrent: Although it is common to go toe to toe with anything from a MOLOT to an ECC THUNDER when a GEKKO beam comes lancing out from nowhere the targets scramble for cover.

Target Painting: No other weapon CLEARLY points out the location of an enemy to your teammates than the GEKKO due it's duration and intensity without the use of TeamSpeak or other comms.

Try this on Yamantau: Equip even the lowest GEKKO for overwatch (high ground support position). Now  sustain fire at targets and watch while your teammates follow the beam to the enemy like bees to nectar.

Conclusion: Until there is a way to communicate/coordinate fire and movement tactics the GEKKO is one of the best tools for overwatch.