I actually think we have enough torsos at that level. Also don't only consider level 30, there are places at other levels that need adjusting as well. Level 30 isn't the only playing field in the game.

Also something I'm unsure of, as there are still tactics involved: adjusting shields to fit in with the levels of current mechs. I've had the opportunity to play with mechs at level 16, 22 and 30 for a while now and in all cases the only way for a shield to work with either of these mechs is to use a lower level shield than the current build of the mech.

And to go with that note on shields.

...one thing that can be done to help in the balance of the game is to allow the shields to also protect against energy draining[heat shield] and over heating[energy shield] as weLl.

...or...

come out with physical shields that reduce energy drain and over heating in place of extra damage... basically the reverse effect of the other two shields.


P.S. Posted This In Another Topic As Well, But It Also Works Here

To Andy: I have noticed through the forums that we think alike and have some of the same ideas...

Couple of suggestions

-lvl 16 deep drain- split it into 2 weapons, one with 30 energy dmg and one with 40 and move the one with 40 up to level 20 or so, and keep the 30 at lvl 16. It has the best energy damage in the game for ranges 2-4, and it is a common weapon. Although I understand why people like it, we should srsly balance it out for that level, as it is just too much.

-Shielded torso has to be buffed.

-Minigun has to be buffed. So does machine gun. Nerf the Win Gun

-Ultimate gun has to be nerfed and umplifier has to be buffed

-more electric weapons in general

-would like to see a "yellow drone" at level 16 ( blue and red drones)