MBA-07 is a Helix-type Nuker in MXM. He uses a rocket launcher that does splash damage, and fires rockets from a long-ranged distance. Although the damage is considerably higher than other Masters, his slow movement speed and survival rate are quite weak.

Although his main skills are long-ranged weapon attacks and bombardment, he can also deal heavy damage to nearby enemies. He also possesses a CC skill that slows down or stuns the enemy. However, it is somewhat difficult to use this skill efficiently as it can cause MBA-07 to lose out on his long-ranged distance and heavy damage.

The ultimate skill reconfigures him into an immobile siege weapon, increasing the range and damage of his bombardment. It deals a wide range of splash damage which is very effective during teamfights.

Recommended Master options

Recommended Augments

When using weapon attacks, it is somewhat difficult to hit the target as the projectile speed is not very fast. Thus, it becomes a bit easier to deal damage to enemies when you have increased Projectile Speed.

Recommended skills combination

Disruptor unleashes explosive impacts on either side of MBA-07 that stun nearby enemies. You can use this skill to stun the enemy and then deal damage with homing missiles by using Cluster Missiles.

Artillery Barrage unleashes a battery of missiles at nearby enemies, and the enemies closer to the center of the attack area take greater damage. You can use Skitter Mine at this point of time to slow down the enemies, predict their course, and use Artillery Barrage as close to the center of the enemy location as possible.

Nodes

MBA-07 has a combination of three offensive nodes and two defensive nodes that allows for a configuration focused on both attacking and survival. It is recommended to have attack damage nodes in offensive node sockets, and defense or CC reduction effects in defensive node sockets in order to increase the rate of survival during teamfights.

Recommended Auxiliary skill

MBA-07 has relatively poor survivability, thus Recovery Pulse may be a good choice to supplement this. It is common to use it during teamfights as the skill also heals nearby ally Masters.

Traits priority

MBA-07 deals massive damage from a long-ranged distance with high weapon attack. In order to utilize this as effectively as possible, it is wise to have Weapon Damage as a trait priority. On the other hand, it is good to use the remaining traits on Boost Health to make up for his poor survivability.

Summary of MBA-07’s skills

Cluster Missiles is a bit difficult to use. The skill is not long-ranged and requires the target to be nearby, and cannot select the target. Although the skill is only usable to an approaching melee opponent or during close combat, the damage is considerably high and the homing missiles are a great way to deal damage even in dire situations. Moreover, the number of missiles increases as the skill level upgrades, allowing for more damage as a result.

Disruptor unleashes explosions on either side of MBA-07 that stun the enemy. It is only effective against close enemies as the area is not as wide. It is a bit difficult to use, thus it is recommended as a means of surviving a fight instead of as an attacking skill.

Artillery Barrage unleashes a battery of missiles at the targeted area and is relatively easier to use than other skills. Note that the damage is increased the closer the enemy is to the center of the area, thus it is good for immobile targets. Skitter Mine synergizes with this skill well because of this feature. It is crucial during teamfights, and works well with ally Masters’ CC skills.

Skitter Mine drops a proximity mine that automatically tracks enemies. Although it seems more like a defensive skill, it can also be used as a means of attack. The mine reduces the movement speed of the enemy it hits, giving MBA-07 a chance to either escape or deal damage to the targets. You can use the skill during teamfights, but you also need to be cautious when using it, as the mines are destructible.

When MBA-07 uses his weapon attacks and hits more than two enemy Masters or monsters, he recovers MP instantly. The amount of MP recovered by slaying monsters is larger than Masters. Smoke Screen clouds the surrounding area with smoke, and those in the smoke become immune to any weapon and skill attacks. Note that the immunity does not stay very long, even though the smoke still remains. Therefore you need to escape from the area as quickly as possible after using the skill.

Deploy Particle Cannon, MBA-07’s ultimate skill, launches three long-ranged bombardments at maximum and the form lasts for ten seconds. The survival rate drops significantly when the ultimate skill is used, thus it is recommended to use the skill when the ally team members are nearby or if you are safely secure near obstacles. The skill is usable even in safety areas in the Combat Arena mode, therefore you can use this skill when the enemy Masters are approaching the base.

Using MBA-07 - harass enemies from a distance with uncomparable firepower

The Master is specialized in the big teamfights instead of small battles since he is a Nuker. His movement speed is also a bit slower than other Masters, he lacks survivability in skill composition, and can easily become a target as he is a huge target.

Therefore, it is best to have ally team members nearby when fights begin. Moreover, having Masters with high survivability or fast movement speed tagged with MBA-07 can be an effective strategy.

You can use Disruptor in cases where melee Masters approach MBA-07. You can also counter-attack the enemy with Cluster Missiles after stunning with Disruptor. However, the AoEs of Disruptor and the homing missiles are not that wide, and may require practice.

The use of Skitter Mine is slightly different from other skills. The mines can be destroyed even before the enemy approaches you, therefore it is most efficient when used as a trap. It is recommended to drop them in the blind spot or narrow areas where enemy Masters frequently pass through, and then use Artillery Barrage to deal additional damage.

When a fight occurs, it is important to look for the right opportunity while harassing the enemy from a distance. Even though MBA-07’s damage is quite high, properly controlling him can be difficult and makes actually dealing his maximum damage a bit of a challenge. Thus it is recommended to attack enemies that are caught in your allies’ CC.

The use of the ultimate skill should only be done when the ally Masters are nearby to support you. Deploy Particle Cannon makes the Master vulnerable against melee attacks as the skill cannot be used in close combat. It is most effective when the ally Masters have a good location and can charge forward.