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* The Backburner amplifies the Pyro's offense, dealing substantially more damage when attacking from behind. Stay aware of your surroundings so that you aren't unexpectedly turning away from any Pyro. | * The Backburner amplifies the Pyro's offense, dealing substantially more damage when attacking from behind. Stay aware of your surroundings so that you aren't unexpectedly turning away from any Pyro. | ||
− | * Always try to keep the Pyro in front of you; not only does this improve your accuracy, but also prevents | + | * Always try to keep the Pyro in front of you; not only does this improve your accuracy, but also prevents critical hits from the Backburner. |
* To flee from a Backburner means to expose your back, so attempt to fend off the Pyro first if you need to retreat. | * To flee from a Backburner means to expose your back, so attempt to fend off the Pyro first if you need to retreat. | ||
* The Backburner uses much more ammunition for the compression blast. This leaves the Pyro more vulnerable to projectiles; Backburner ammunition can be easily wasted by forcing the Pyro on the defensive. | * The Backburner uses much more ammunition for the compression blast. This leaves the Pyro more vulnerable to projectiles; Backburner ammunition can be easily wasted by forcing the Pyro on the defensive. | ||
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* The Phlogistinator has a unique "Mmmph" meter that is charged by dealing fire damage, promoting an aggressive playstyle. To prevent the Pyro from quickly charging the meter at close range, don't allow him to easily enter that range. | * The Phlogistinator has a unique "Mmmph" meter that is charged by dealing fire damage, promoting an aggressive playstyle. To prevent the Pyro from quickly charging the meter at close range, don't allow him to easily enter that range. | ||
− | * Once the "Mmmph" meter is fully charged, the Pyro can then activate a taunt that causes the Pyro to deal guaranteed | + | * Once the "Mmmph" meter is fully charged, the Pyro can then activate a taunt that causes the Pyro to deal guaranteed critical hits for the next few seconds. During the taunt, the Pyro takes heavily reduced damage, making attempts to prevent the taunt futile. |
* Instead, use the time the Pyro spends taunting to either retreat or set up a counter-offensive. For example, a Demoman can plant a field of Stickybombs while a Sniper can line up an easy headshot. | * Instead, use the time the Pyro spends taunting to either retreat or set up a counter-offensive. For example, a Demoman can plant a field of Stickybombs while a Sniper can line up an easy headshot. | ||
* A Pyro with the Phlogistinator cannot reflect attacks, so you can free use rockets, grenades, and other projectiles that are normally reflectable. | * A Pyro with the Phlogistinator cannot reflect attacks, so you can free use rockets, grenades, and other projectiles that are normally reflectable. |
Revision as of 13:54, 1 April 2012
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— The Demoman
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The Pyro is a relatively bulky class that excels at close range combat, particularly in confined areas where his Flamethrower is difficult to avoid. Due to the Flamethrower’s wide damage spread, the Pyro can focus more on outmaneuvering his opponents and has more leeway when fighting at close range. Additionally, the Pyro has access to the compression blast, a powerful source of utility that allows him to forcibly reposition enemies or reflect projectiles. The overall theme of the Pyro’s available weapons is close range power; because he lacks strong ranged weaponry, he is most vulnerable when distant from enemies or when in open areas.
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General
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Health |
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Speed |
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Power |
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Weapon-specific
Primary weapons
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Flamethrower/Festive Flamthrower |
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Backburner |
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Degreaser |
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Phlogistinator |
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Compression Blast |
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Secondary weapons
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Shotgun |
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Flare Gun |
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Detonator |
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Reserve Shooter |
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Manmelter |
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Melee weapons
Weapon | Anti-Pyro strategy |
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Axtinguisher/Postal Pummeler |
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Homewrecker/Maul |
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Powerjack |
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Back Scratcher |
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Sharpened Volcano Fragment |
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Third Degree |
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Item set effects
Main article: Item sets
Set | Anti-Pyro strategy |
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See also
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