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Amalgamation: Maverick Specialization

This mod adds a brand new primary Amalgamation rifle specialization, meant to essentially be a heavier (but more fragile) counterpart to the default Infantry spec with some utility thrown in.

With all of the custom spec releases, basic rifles started becoming a less and less common sight. While they aren't the most exciting weapon type in their own right, there's still a ton you can do with them, and it feels like a bit of a shame to have them drop off so quickly once all the other weapon types start coming in.

This is where the Maverick spec looks to find its niche -- where the default Infantry spec is heavily geared towards high aim, the Maverick does things very differently, with far more of a focus on damage output and general utility.

The Maverick loses the Infantry's incredible accuracy growths, even dipping a bit below the average. A slightly higher dodge stat than most offers some security when exposed, but with only average health these situations are still best avoided. The real strength of the Maverick lies in their signature starting ability, Light 'Em Up, letting them fire twice in a single turn!

The spec's abilities offer up a mix of utility (creating and detonating explosives), field support and heavy reactive skills intended to disrupt enemies while they're doing their thing. Train one right, and you'll get a versatile (if fragile) fighter with devastating burst potential.

Being able to fire twice is really strong, but the spec's lower accuracy and relative lack of stat-altering perks can be tough to manage. If you can fill in these weaknesses with the right equipment and a lucky class roll, you'll end up with a spec that punches above its weight, especially early on.

If you're looking for some fun weapons to use alongside this spec, I'd recommend checking out my Mass Effect Weapon Overhaul! It's what I did most of my testing with, and the many custom rifles made for some really fun combinations.

• h4ilst0rm and TePª for the original Amalgamation Classes mod.
  
• Ketaros, for the excellent sprite pack from which this spec grabs its icon.
  
• All the perk pack people. Wouldn't be able to do this without them.