A new video from Anthem shows the profile of Storm. The Javelin is a kind of mage among the classes. The new gameplay video explains the strengths and weaknesses of the exosuit and which builds are suitable for Storm in Anthem.
Who is Storm? The exosuit is one of the four Javelins available to you at the release of Anthem. Storm utilizes a special sigil technology that allows it to hover and unleash elemental powers.
What kind of video is this? The site IGN published a video that details Storm. You can see its strengths and weaknesses through the showcased gameplay.
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What we learn from the gameplay video about Storm
This distinguishes Storm: All Javelins can hover for a limited time. However, Storm is designed to stay airborne as long as possible. Storm can hover much longer than the rest of the Javelins. Therefore, it can keep the battlefield in view.
This is special about Storm: The Javelin can be compared to a mage class: it is fragile and easily vulnerable (in MMORPG jargon: a glass cannon), but compensates with high (elemental) firepower.
These are Storm’s strengths: Storm has high utility due to its strong area attacks and hovering abilities. It can pin down enemies with its attacks and maintain a good overview of the situation.
These are Storm’s weaknesses: As seen in the video, Storm hovers clearly visible to its opponents above the battlefield.
This makes it an easy target and difficult to protect against attacks. Being aware of its position will be important for every Storm player.
Gameplay features: Storm has a kinetic shield bubble that is intended to compensate for its poor defense value. While Storm is hovering, the shield is stronger. The Javelin can also perform quick jumps in the air and teleport over short distances.
Focusing on Storm’s build
Useful builds: The video explains that Storm benefits from builds designed for its hovering advantage. Like all Javelins, Storm has gear slots that determine its build.
The loadout used in the video showcases some of its ice and fire elemental abilities. Notably, it often rains these skills down on enemies from above.
Special sigils: Storm is equipped with two sigils that unleash its elemental energy. A focus sigil and an explosion sigil.
What do you think of the showcased gameplay of Storm? Would this be a main for you?
If you want to learn more about the four Javelins, it’s best to check out our overview:
