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[Wimopy]

To me the KV is the definition of overpowered.

I have a KV right now... I like it, especially how I get a decent amount of exp and creds... I might be doing it bad, using the 122mm (HE / HEAT ammo only) which does some respectable damage to all enemies, but I constantly get up against groups of PzIVs if I'm not forced to fight the enemy's Tiger II or T29.

The worst part of the KV is prob the fact that arty and most TDs aim for me because I'm a big, slow target.

Other than that, I'm levelling a SU-26, an M3 Lee, an LTraktor and the new T-50.

The game's kinda well balanced though. (Except the T-50-2 by what I've seen, the thing is almost unhittable)

[Hitty40]

To me the KV is the definition of overpowered.

I have a KV right now... I like it, especially how I get a decent amount of exp and creds... I might be doing it bad, using the 122mm (HE / HEAT ammo only) which does some respectable damage to all enemies, but I constantly get up against groups of PzIVs if I'm not forced to fight the enemy's Tiger II or T29.

The worst part of the KV is prob the fact that arty and most TDs aim for me because I'm a big, slow target.

Other than that, I'm levelling a SU-26, an M3 Lee, an LTraktor and the new T-50.

The game's kinda well balanced though. (Except the T-50-2 by what I've seen, the thing is almost unhittable)

That, and the turret rotation is pretty slow, meaning light tanks can get behind you and kill you real quick.

[Rex_Nex]

Or even mediums

The KV is indeed quite an arty target. Why it might not seem like it at tier 5, in games where you are one of the weakest tanks in the match and t6+ arties are in the game, your armor is no better then a leos. Most t6 arties have about 80 pen. The KV has 75 or less armor pretty much everywhere. That spells bad news for a KV :x, you'll be getting hit for 1200+ damage.

Also, go for the 107mm. It might not be as exciting as derping, but I can assure you that you are much more effective overall.

[Wimopy]

Or even mediums

The KV is indeed quite an arty target. Why it might not seem like it at tier 5, in games where you are one of the weakest tanks in the match and t6+ arties are in the game, your armor is no better then a leos. Most t6 arties have about 80 pen. The KV has 75 or less armor pretty much everywhere. That spells bad news for a KV :x, you'll be getting hit for 1200+ damage.

Also, go for the 107mm. It might not be as exciting as derping, but I can assure you that you are much more effective overall.

Yeh, I'm going for that, but to get a real amount of exp -needed for 107mm- I had to get a better gun so I got the 122mm, at least I can do some dmg to all enemies. (I loved the PzIV that decided to turn and run from me with 76% hp.)

[Sinned]

Gave the game a try, must say, lotsa fun at first.

Then after T1,T2 I started wishing there where "Same tier only" games... there aren't right? I hope there are, then I would keep playing this

I kinda feel like I'm only there to give the higher tier tanks something more to shoot at till a real opponent shows up.

Maybe I'm doing it wrong, but why not a same tier only gametype? *shrugs*

[Hitty40]

Maybe I'm doing it wrong, but why not a same tier only gametype? *shrugs*

Because there's not enough people in the lobby waiting for a game.

[Toady Two]

Even if your tank is outclassed by your opponents there are things you can do in a battle to credit the team and be awarded experience for.

One, if you have an agile tank is to scout. If your are the first to spot an enemy tank then you are awarded experience. That is why many light tank pilots often rush the enemy base to ping as many targets as possible for artillery shelling and earn a hefty sum of experience.

Another option is to try and outmaneuver the opposing battle line and strike at artillery emplacements. Taking out hostile artillery is a good way to seal victory for your team and get some kills as a sub-par tank. Artillery SPGs have light armor that anyone can penetrate so you just have to be weary of their powerful guns.

Sticking with the main battle line is also an option as you gain experience for time survived in the enemies field of fire. As long as you don't attract the enemies attention by bouncing shot off their frontal armor you can gain plenty of experience for capturing the enemy base together with your team. Take pot shots at distracted opponents and hope for a critical hit as those are also rewarded. If you see an enemy turn his turret in your direction, hide behind your buddies. The time your opponents waste on trying to score a kill on the easy target that you represent is arguably your contribution to overall victory .

I learned all this by playing in a platoon with my friends that owned tanks several tiers above mine.

[Rex_Nex]

I think one of my biggest peeves is seeing people get turned off to the game while playing lights.

For heavens sake, if you want to have a good first impression with WoT, do not go down a line that requires you to get a tier 4 light. They are put into matches as high as tier 9. A tier 4 medium, on the other hand, won't see anything higher then a tier 7.

[Hitty40]

A tier 4 medium, on the other hand, won't see anything higher then a tier 7.

Not quite. With the Matchmaker still messed up, it's still possible to get into a T9 match.

[Simmura McCrea]

Finally got around to joining this, currently downloading the installer (4-6 hours, it seems). Been eying the Soviet tanks, if only for the T-34, although the tank destroyers look kinda fun.

[Svampapa]

Have fun! Though I'd advice against going for the T-34. One of the tanks in that line is the A-20 (If I remember correctly) which is, imo, the worst tank in the game.

[Rex_Nex]

A tier 4 medium, on the other hand, won't see anything higher then a tier 7.

Not quite. With the Matchmaker still messed up, it's still possible to get into a T9 match.

The matchmaker is not messed up. There is rules as to how tough of a match you can be put into.

As you can see in the chart, T4 Med stops at T7.

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Battle Tier is essentially what tier the top tank in the game can be. Tiers 11/12 indicate multiple T10s or T8 Arty.

[dogstile]

Man, i've been playing this for a good three hours now, its quite cool. Soviet tanks are fun, if a little underclassed i think

[Nadaka]

Have fun! Though I'd advice against going for the T-34. One of the tanks in that line is the A-20 (If I remember correctly) which is, imo, the worst tank in the game.

m3 lee and  the premium churchhill are worse.

[Simmura McCrea]

Some wiki browsing and I find myself liking the look of SPGs and medium tanks. Can't really decide between USSR or Germany.