Talk:Exergis/@comment-2600:6C5E:1D80:1501:143C:F56F:D0AC:4CAE-20181231092828

I get it. The Exergis isn't something great when it comes out. The reload is crippling, the arcing shot and multiple projectiles are garbage, and most frustratingly the infinite ammo gimick isn't really great when you can slap on a Carrier and just run with a Tigris Prime.

Now, put some effort in. It'll take a lot, but hear me out. Primed Point Blank, Hell's Chamber, Seeking Fury, Ammo Stock, Tactical Pump, and three 60-60 mods to taste. Take this up against level 140 Corrupted Heavy Bombards. Between two and 3 shots waste them, and can penetrate an entire row of enemies otherwise. The increase in Ammo Stock allows a double shot before reload. Reload is focused on, so its less painful. Finally, 100% status with 3 60-60 mods means your enemies often either spend the reload period on their backs or flailing around while burning (if the slash and corrosive perks don't finish them off).

The Tigris Prime is a two shot beast that needs all of the 60-60s. The Exergis can be modded to do exactly the same, without having to hold the fire button down or scrounge for ammunition. Dismissing it because it requires a lot of love to see the potential is just depressingly short sighted. Heck, the only thing the Tigris is unequivocally better at is range because the pellets aren't influenced by gravity. If you're running a corridor mission that isn't a consideration.