A common tactic is to overwhelm a Paladin with more missiles than it can handle. The Paladin's laser proves to be an effective active protection system against missiles, but the laser's poor rate of fire leaves a lot to be desired. On a lesser role, Paladins serve as close-range fire support against infantry, as the Point Defense Laser is potent for killing infantry in one to two hits. Its double-duty capabilities also make it favorable for removing Scud launchers and their ballistic missiles. Often, the Paladin is used as a Scoprion deterrent, as its Point Defense Laser can nullify incoming Scorpion rockets, minimizing the losses incurred on its side of the shootout.
Purchasable at any Strategy Center for $1500ĭespite being costlier than most other tanks, the Paladin fared better against rocket-toting infantry and was by no means slow or cumbersome for its class. Rumor has it that Chinese General Leang possesses Paladin technology and that she uses it in place of the indigenous Battlemaster tank.ĭue to the advanced nature of the Paladin, only high-ranking US generals are authorized to deploy these tanks.Īllowed Paladin, along with all other USA units gain veteran status twice as fast.
Only the main US Army has access to Paladins, which is odd in the case of General Townes, a regular user of laser technology. It can also function as an anti-personnel weapon, capable of killing enemy infantry that get too close for comfort. However, its true strength lies in its Point Defense Laser, which can neutralize enemy missiles and rockets before they reach the tank. Its main gun is more powerful than the Crusader's, and is very effective against enemy vehicles and structures, and its armour is also more durable than that of the Crusader. The Paladin is a heavily armoured and well-armed main battle tank. Paladin using its laser to stop Stinger missiles. The laser is also surprisingly effective as a makeshift anti-infantry weapon, capable of burning enemy infantry to death. Throughout its service in the war, the Paladin was revered for its superior survivability over the Crusader due to its tougher armour and its point defense laser, which can destroy anti-tank missiles and rockets. The Paladin is the first US units to use Point Defense Laser whose technology saw use later in the conflict in units such as the Avenger. In the later stages of the war, the Paladin became an increasingly common sight within US armored columns. Early in the GLA conflict, Crusaders often made up the bulk of armored offensives, as in the attack against GLA-occupied Baghdad. Entering battlefield service as an advanced prototype, the Paladin quickly gained favor with US Generals.
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