Melee Burst Tool Notes¶
Melee burst tools are punishing because the player must enter danger to create value.
What melee burst should create¶
- fast conversion during a short window
- punishment on clumped or trapped enemies
- pressure that forces defensives immediately
- a clear exit before counter-engage lands
Timing rule¶
A late ranged DPS player may simply miss damage. A late melee burst player may enter exactly where the enemy counter-engage lands.
Melee burst should ask:
- is the target actually held?
- has support utility landed?
- where is my exit?
- what enemy counter tools are still available?
Side-angle value¶
Melee burst often needs side angles or counter-engage windows. Walking straight through friendly clumps into enemy center mass usually creates unnecessary escalation and death.
Review questions¶
- Did the melee burst arrive on time?
- Did it have a real target window?
- Did the player leave after casting?
- Did the play force defensives or kills?