Never trade with a PvE mob or a Gale Lunge . Always trade with a Light Dagger or Medium Sword . Know the matchup. Part VI: The Psychology – Playing the Villain Wielding a Heavy weapon is a psychological weapon. When you walk slowly toward a Light user, holding your Kanabo over your shoulder, you are telling them: "I am willing to get hit."
After they get knocked down, do not stand still. Jump forward and use your weapon’s Critical (Hold X) right as they get up. Most heavies have a ground-hugging critical. They will roll into it. heavy deepwoken
Do not swing first. Walk forward. Parry their light attack. Immediately feint a charged M2. 90% of players will parry early. Release the M2. You just did 30% of their HP. Never trade with a PvE mob or a Gale Lunge
In the chime-shattered, shark-infested waters of the Luminant, speed often reigns supreme. Light weapon users dance between parries, and medium weapon wielders find balance. But for a specific breed of player—one who craves the sound of a cracking ribcage and the sight of a health bar evaporating—there is only one path: Heavy . Part VI: The Psychology – Playing the Villain
Stand still. Let them hit your block twice. They will think you are AFK. Then, release the M1. They will panic parry. Feint into a guardbreak. Emote. Conclusion: Is Heavy Worth It? Yes, but not for everyone.