Is Fallout 76’s Strangler Heart Power Armor Worth It?
Is Fallout 76's Strangler Heart Power Armor Worth It?
Is Fallout 76’s Strangler Heart Power Armor Worth the Caps?
The Mighty Strangler Heart: Is It Worth the Investment?
Fallout 76, the game with more power armor sets than you can keep track of, introduces the legendary Strangler Heart armor. But is it worth the hefty price tag?
Strangler Heart – A Power Armor Like No Other
While Strangler Heart is just one of many power armor sets in Fallout 76, it stands out as part of the exclusive Vault Steel collection. And let’s not forget, wearing a full set of unique armor grants additional bonuses on top of any legendary effects. So, does Strangler Heart live up to the hype?
Unveiling the Pricey Secret
Unlocking the Gold Bullion vendor in Vault 79 is the first step to getting your hands on the Strangler Heart power armor plans. Here’s the catch: the plans cost a whopping 6,900 Gold Bullion from Reggs in Vault 79. But wait, there’s an alternative! Minerva, the traveling Gold Bullion vendor, sells them for a more reasonable 4,176. Just remember, Minerva rotates her inventory, so the Strangler Heart plans might not always be available. Oh, and did we mention you need 1,920 Legendary Scrip to buy the essential Vault Steel?
How Does the Strangler Heart Perform?
Sure, the price is high, but what exactly are you getting with the Strangler Heart power armor? Let’s take a look at its performance stats:
| Damage Resistance | 453 |
|---|---|
| Energy Resistance | 393 |
| Radiation Resistance | 500 |
The Strangler Heart is an above-average variant of the Ultracite power armor. While it falls behind other sets in terms of standard defense and energy resistance, it shines as the best power armor for radiation resistance.
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Is the Acid Damage Worth the Squeeze?
The set bonus of the Strangler Heart power armor is the addition of Acid (Poison) damage to all armed attacks, affecting both nearby enemies and yourself. However, it’s worth mentioning that the Acid damage is less effective than the Plague Walker Mutation in Fallout 76. The Strangler Heart’s weakness in ranged Acid damage is that it only stacks when using weapons that shoot simultaneous projectiles, like shotguns or Two-Shot Legendary weapons.
PvP Perks and Acid Power
Despite its shortcomings, the Strangler Heart power armor finds its niche in PvP battles. With the Ricochet Perk and its proximity Acid damage, players have a deadly combo on their hands. Plus, NPCs usually have less Acid/Poison resistance compared to players, providing a strategic advantage in player encounters.
To Invest or Not to Invest?
In the end, it all comes down to how you plan to play Fallout 76. Unless you’re particularly interested in PvP or love wreaking havoc in high radiation areas, the Strangler Heart power armor may not be worth the investment. Its set bonuses, while unique, don’t bring anything exceptional to the table.
So, fellow Vault Dwellers, choose wisely, and remember that PvP may not be everyone’s cup of Nuka-Cola. And hey, no matter what power armor you wear, Fallout 76 is all about the adventure!
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