Something is stirring the pot in the Fortnite arena and it’s not a new dance emote. It’s about the seemingly controversial usage of ballistic shields. In a post made by user jeb_rown, he talks about a win achieved rather too comfortably — thanks to the ballistic shield.
Summary
- Ballistic shields are drawing flak in the Fortnite community for disturbing the balance of the game.
- Players highlight the tactical advantage given by the shield, which some argue borders on unsportsmanship.
- Many community members express strong negative feelings about the shield.
A Monologue of Shield-Haters
Taking the crown in the best metaphorical castigation of ballistic shields, OOgaBoogaMan626 states, “I think if you pick up a riot shield you should be put on an international watchlist.” With a dash of hyperbole, this comment resonates with the general sentiment of players finding it hard to digest the teaspoon of tactical advantage that ballistic shields bring.
Realistic Pain Points And Tacit Understanding
JustAnOrdinaryGuy21 reveals a key frustration in a comical tone, sharing an ordeal where one solitary player ‘laughed off’ attacks from their entire squad. The only consolation – the run-away guy eventually met his end. It raises a question – do ballistic shields mutate the bearer into a Fortnite superpower?
The Shimmer of Love Amidst All Hate?
Amidst all the hate, a few stand out voicing a different narrative. All-Fired-Up91 finds the ballistic shields underrated but admitted “appreciably hated”, suggesting that a reevaluation of the shield’s use might be in order. Also, EMB_pilot and Ukulele-Jay share an interesting perspective suggesting some counters and innovative usage of the ballistic shield. Is it a call to adapt and overcome?
In essence, this spiced-up discussion possesses everything from flamboyant damnation to reluctant acceptance. So, for everyone out there swinging their pickaxe in the Fortnite realm – Ballistic shields, yay or nay?
