- Metroidplayr
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Why are you still reading this?
Quick answer: There is no "Best Weapon"!
Explanation: It depends on the situation. At medium ranges (e.g. 25 yards) a plasma pistol/magnum dual combo can be the best combo possible if you can aim it right, while the same combo isn't very useful when there's sombody with an energy sword/shotgun/Gravity Hammer just a few feet away from you.
Basically, here's good matchups.
If you're at medium range against a battle rifle, use a sniper rifle, beam rifle, or spartan laser to counter. (though these require good aim)A carbine or battle rife will also work if you have better ground or the enemies shields are low/down.
If at long range vs. sniper rife, counter it with another sniper or a laser.
If at close range vs. energy sword, your only hope is a shotgun blast to the chest or face. You may also get a bulltrue medal in the process. Sniper rifles(and exellent aim at that!), dual SMG's, and dual Maulers will also work in some cases. Try to follow up with a melee in the rare case that you hit them right before they slash you.
At long range vs. Spartan laser, use a sniper rifle or another laser, but make sure you have good cover to back up to, in case you miss.
If your shields are down agains a close range weapon, your best option is to stick em, or get a lucky sniper/shotgun blast or assassination. They may just get confused after missing you at an arms length away, giving a chance for you to assassinate them.
NEVER use a vehicle against a spartan laser, unless it's a scorpion tank.
Choppers are good against warthogs, warthogs are good against ghosts, and ghosts are good against mongooses. Air vehicles are better at long to medium ranges against ground vehicles. Scorpion tanks are good against every vehicle, and Wraiths are best against infantry at medium/close ranges.
That pretty much covers it I think, hope it helps!
[Edited on 08.23.2010 7:19 PM PDT]