Deathslinger Rifles That NEED Adjustments (FULL THREAD)

There is a consistent problem with Deathslinger's Weapons that Isn't talked about enough. I hope that this post will get the attention it needs to be heard by the developers on what we believe is wrong, so that future cosmetics do not fall prey to the same issues we have seen so far.

For those that don't realize, the Redeemer does not have a front sight. However, you can see the tip of the Harpoon which is designed to act as your front sight when ADS. The left/right spikes can also be used to judge distance when leading your shots. (Pictured Below)

Ever since the introduction of the Anchored Harpoon, we have seen increased new Slinger weapons blocking these core components. Unlike recent models, the Anchored Harpoon (Below Top Image/Old) was corrected and fixed (Below Bottom Image/Current/Fixed).

This post will aim to identify some of the rifles that create similar issues. As rifle cosmetics that block the harpoon's tip make them significantly worse to use. I have heard the voices of the Slinger community and hope to portray them for the public audience and developers.

RIFLES WITH ISSUES:

1. IRON MAIDEN

The newest addition to Deathslinger cosmetics and has one of the most controversial issues when it comes to its scope. The squares are actually fine design wise, however the large block on the top of the rifle severely limits the visibility of the harpoon spike (Left/Current). This creates a false FOV of sight picture, making it harder to actually line up accurate shots. The block being removed would be huge for QOL as demonstrated in the edited picture (Right Side). Afterall its not the boxes that line up for the hitbox, its the tip of harpoon spike.

2. SERRATED SPEARGUN (RIFT/DEEP RIFT)

Introduced with the Tome 18 Rift, two wires are sticking out on the top of the rifle, overshadowing the actual Harpoon spike. It would be better if they were flat/removed. A side convo could be had about the lack of rift variant color as well, as both rifles are near identical in Killer POV, but I digress to stay on the current topic.

3. CHOCOLATE SPIKE

This rifle literally isn't rendered properly. It has TWO rifles in one that you can clearly see in game. Two Harpoons and two frames. This is visible in the lobbies as well when you move Deathslinger around and look at his rifle.

Aside from the rendering issues with the rifle in game, it also has a weirdly oblong front sight that doesn't accurately line up with the harpoon spike. Course this bulkiness/lack of smoothness could be because of the rendering of TWO rifles in one, but either way it makes this a very awkward rifle to use and more often than not is best sitting in your inventory.

4. HOLIDAY HARPOON

The theme of this rifle is fantastic, however falls short when ADS. The skirt from the nutcracker creates a rounded top view that completely blocks all sight picture of the harpoon spikes. This is hands down the worst rifle to use in game as Deathslinger.

5. TRACKS KILLER

This rifle actually has its own front post sight which is PERFECTLY aligned with the harpoon spike! Fantastic! However the wood boards that protrude on the side obstructs the peripheral view when tracking/leading shots on survivors. Its counterproductive and obstructive for many players.

6. CRIMSON PLIGHT/EMERALD PLIGHT

These final two are borderline okay and borderline falling into this thread of rifles that need re-designs. They don't necessarily obstruct the harpoon spikes/sight picture, but they do limit normal visibility other rifles have.

CRIMSON PLIGHT (TOP)/EMERALD PLIGHT (BOTTOM)

The rifles listed above are the main culprits of having issues that should be addressed/corrected. Designing rifles without obstructions is essential for Deathslinger gameplay/QOL. The rifles below are actually GOOD examples of what these rifles should look like.

GOOD EXAMPLES:

1. BADLAND GRIT/GREASETOOTH RIFLES

There are 7 default skins and 1 Anniversary skin that have these rifles. All these rifles are a slight variation of the original Death To Bayshore. They have their own issues outside of this thread, but they are the best example of sight picture

2. THE RAILS COLLECTION

There are three rifles in the Rails Collection. Rail's Edge, Rail's Razor and Rail's End. These rifles actually have a more rounded sight picture but successfully manage to look different/unique without obstructing the harpoon spike visibility.

3. SPIRIT OF BELFAST

Another good example of unique design while also not obstructing the sight picture of the harpoon spikes.

4. KILLJOY

One of the most popular rifle selections for those that enjoy trickshots. KillJoy has a very sleek design making it stand out uniquely from others as well has having a very clear sight picture.

5. BUGBEAR

BugBear is the PERFECT example of a unique cosmetically designed rifle theme that doesn't obstruct the gameplay of Slinger! You have peripheral objects that dont obstruct the peripheral sight picture and you can clearly see the harpoon spike's sight picture.

IN SUMMARY

I hope this thread can provide some identification of rifles that are problematic when their design effects on gameplay. We as Slinger Mains love getting new cosmetics, but its heartbreaking when a rifle is counterproductive to use because of its design. We hope to see some of these adjusted to better compliment Deathslinger's QOL and gameplay. Thank you for taking the time to review this post!

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