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4.19: The Panther | [Back to the WarGuide]
The Panther, overall, is an outstanding addition to the Arm's forces. It has its own AA missles, a powerful Zeus-type lightning gun, respectable speed and maneuverability, adequate armor, high pack damage, good unit tracking speed, fast build, and a cheap price. Some may say that the Panther is relatively a Level 2 Flash, with which I totally agree. Panthers are able to do damage from long range and short range. And, unlike the Warrior, they can shoot their AA missles and lightning gun at the same time, which really boosts their performance. Try +shootall with a group of Panthers and send them around enemy solar panels and metal extractors and watch the peices fly! Also, Panthers are great units to keep around while constructing a second base. They can defend the ground and air exceptionally well. Its like 2 units for the price of one. The above picture is this exact situation. The commander is starting a new base to take the enemy by suprise, and use as a backup. The Panthers are an excellent choice for early backup base defense. One thing that needs to be remembered is that the Panther cannot shoot over Dragon's Teeth or wreckage, so if you're involved in a large battle with a group of these, keep them on the move. Especially if the units you are fighting can shoot over wreckages. Keep in mind the weaknesses of the Panther listed below: 1) HLT's annihilate Panthers 2) Against base invasions, these units are not really efective. They are basically pest/offensive units designed to take out lone resource generators, battle against enemy ground troops, or support tougher units with both ground and anti-air capabilities. 3) Sumos and Cans also make quick work of them. If you can keep them on the move, however, you may be able to live a little longer. 4) Panther's cannot shoot over wreckages, and have trouble maneuvering around them as well. During a battle, try to keep your Panthers away from clutter and they will perform to their maximum capabilities. Watch out for that wreckage! It's a Panther's worst enemy.