Shade: Difference between revisions

=== Disadvantages ===

As with the HMG, when you are using the Shade you are extremely exposed to enemy fire and become a target that any good commander will want to eliminate immediately. A single hit by a [[rocket]] or well placed [[plasma grenade]] will destroy the turret, as will a direct hit from a [[M68 Gauss Cannon]] or the main cannon of a [[Scorpion Tank]]. In addition, while it is capable of withstanding a direct hit from a [[Type-25 Assault Gun Carriage|Wraith]], it will still completely deplete your shields. While it is useful against enemies in light vehicles, this is not a weapon to use when faced with an enemy tank; you will be dead long before the tank is. You are also vulnerable to snipers and scoped weapons. Also, as is the case with the HMG, you are unprotected from the rear, although this is lessened by the ability to completely rotate the turret. It is advisable to have a teammate nearby to help cover you when you are using a turret.  Also in Halo 3, the Shade has an extremely slow turning rate, which means it is best to have a friend covering you.