Resurrecting this thread, because I've been faced with a challenge, and wanted some ideas from fellow Republic players.
The challenge is that next weekend, I must deploy a 4k BV RotS force consisting of a single Ares tripod backed up by infantry (armored or otherwise). It will be a city fight, and my opposition will be 150% of my BV in the form of a company of Urbanmechs (or as close as my opponent can get) with any leftover points going to infantry. Neither side may pay for improved pilots, with all units defaulting to 3/4 for free. My force is the defender, and starts hidden. Any thoughts?
In terms of the mech, I'm torn between the Hades (which runs hot, but is a clear brawler) and the Hera(which packs more firepower, but is more expensive). For the infantry, I'm leaning towards HMG-equipped suits owing to the close quarters and the possibility of having to deal with hostile troops.
No customs, please.