So I just realized this today but soldiers heal is on a 15 second cooldown.
Why? I get that you can use it on your teammates as well but 15 seconds?
That just completely neuters him from doing anything. Why does he even have it if you can only use once per millennium? And another thing, why do helix rockets have an 8 second cooldown. I mean they can be a really powerful combo but it should be more like 6 seconds or something. I know I’m beating a dead horse here but while is soldier so useless? It’s kinda sad really he used to be a must pick, a character that basically everyone knew how to play in one way or another. But now he’s been swapped out for doomfist or reaper or mei. Like rip man.
Soldier isnt useless. Hes in a good spot rn unlike some other DPS who are simply broken. Once sniper get nerfed, he’ll be an actual good pick.
The cooldowns are fine. He’s fine. The healing is on 15 second cooldown because (1) it can be used for teammates (2) it should only be used in critical situations. Like a mercy might not be able to reach solider. (3) it’s an ability that works quite well since he’s a hero that is constantly on the move. And that moving could also involve departure from the team fight to get behind and ult. which means healers can’t necessarily reach him. It’s also a way for you to understand the balancing of your resources you are provided
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Me as soldier: Throwing down the biotic emitter every time it’s ready for use. " Team, heal up here."
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Soldier is a dps hero, not a healer. Think of the biotic field as a bit of a bonus thrown in, so you be a little bit indepent of your supports. If you find yourself needing it that much, perhaps try playing closer with your actual healers.
The last thing we need is a Soldier buff. His recent damage buff and the shield nerfs have put him in a good, almost too good, place.
I’ve gotten crazy heal totals in the thousands with it. If you’re running double shield against a junk or ash and keep dropping it at the tanks’ feet, it adds up fast.