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* Natascha has a longer spin-up than the default Minigun, but slows targets it hits. This makes hit-and-run tactics easier to begin, but harder to run away from should you be caught in its fire. | * Natascha has a longer spin-up than the default Minigun, but slows targets it hits. This makes hit-and-run tactics easier to begin, but harder to run away from should you be caught in its fire. | ||
− | * Natascha grants 20% damage resistance to the Heavy when he's below 50% health | + | * Natascha grants 20% damage resistance to the Heavy when he's below 50% health, so be prepared to deal more damage than usual. |
* Natascha deals significantly reduced damage. Bulky classes, such as the Soldier or Demoman, can face its user head-on with proper positioning. | * Natascha deals significantly reduced damage. Bulky classes, such as the Soldier or Demoman, can face its user head-on with proper positioning. | ||
* At long distances, this weapon's [[Slowdown|slow down]] has little effect. | * At long distances, this weapon's [[Slowdown|slow down]] has little effect. | ||
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− | * | + | * Of the Heavy's primary weapons, the Brass Beast is the most damaging, but takes the longest to spin up and reduces his movement speed the most once revved. |
− | + | * Catching him off-guard or chipping away at his health as he remains unable to chase you are the best options. | |
* The Brass Beast grants 20% damage resistance to the Heavy when he's below 50% health. Have your team focus fire him if he is suppressing an important area. | * The Brass Beast grants 20% damage resistance to the Heavy when he's below 50% health. Have your team focus fire him if he is suppressing an important area. | ||
* The Heavy's decreased movement speed encourages him to linger in defensive locations longer. When fighting in enemy territory, take care to not run straight into a Heavy. | * The Heavy's decreased movement speed encourages him to linger in defensive locations longer. When fighting in enemy territory, take care to not run straight into a Heavy. |
Revision as of 20:03, 23 October 2021
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The Heavy is the sturdiest but least maneuverable class. He easily soaks up damage and still poses a threat thanks to his Minigun, which can mow down anyone who dares face him head-on. The Heavy will almost always be found at the frontlines, often supported by a Medic. Because his direct combat is so powerful, taking him down will require smart play or additional firepower from teammates. The Heavy's weakness lies in his size and lack of speed, which makes him an easy target for sneak attacks or long-range weapons. Additionally, he has less diverse loadout options than other classes, limiting his unpredictability; any weapon that provides utility usually comes with heavy combat drawbacks.
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General
Attributes | Anti-Heavy strategy |
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Health |
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Speed |
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Power |
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Weapon-specific
Main article: Heavy weapons
Primary weapons
Weapon | Anti-Heavy strategy |
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Minigun + reskins |
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Natascha |
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Brass Beast |
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Tomislav |
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Huo-Long Heater |
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Secondary weapons
Armaments
Weapon | Anti-Heavy strategy |
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Shotgun + reskins |
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Family Business |
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Panic Attack |
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Edibles
- A "Lunchbox" item replaces the Heavy's Shotgun, leaving him with only one ranged weapon.
- If a Heavy retreats from a fight, listen for the telltale eating lines and check if he is trying to heal.
- A Heavy is completely defenseless while eating. If no other enemies are nearby, interrupt his meal and kill him. Many taunt kills are faster than the eating animation and are guaranteed to outdamage the maximum healing of 300.
Weapon | Anti-Heavy strategy |
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Sandvich + reskins |
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Dalokohs Bar + reskins |
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Buffalo Steak Sandvich |
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Second Banana |
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Melee weapons
Weapon | Anti-Heavy strategy |
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Fists + reskins |
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Killing Gloves of Boxing |
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Gloves of Running Urgently + reskins |
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Warrior's Spirit |
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Fists of Steel |
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Eviction Notice |
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Holiday Punch |
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See also
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