Brute

The Brute is one of the unlockable classes in the game Tribes: Ascend.

Description
The is a heavy class, capable at both defending and attacking. Equipped with a Heavy Spinfusor, he can really dish out the damage on to his foes. If an opponent does get too close a clip from the Automatic Shotgun can quickly eliminate them. This class also has powerful Fractal Grenade that can cause havoc for the enemy. The has to be creative when standing on the flag (HOF), since he will have mid-air shots, body blocks and his grenades to deter incoming foes. The Nova Colt is a powerful replacement for the Automatic Shotgun better suited for longer range damage, and ideal for finishing off opponents. a can choose between the Energy Pack, providing him with more maneuverability, or the Shield Pack, absorbing more damage and keeping himself alive longer. The has powerful belt options as well, the Light Sticky Grenade allows the Brute to deal a large amount of damage to the enemy base. Though these grenades are often overshadowed by the Infiltrator's Sticky Grenades, they are still able to wreck havoc on enemy generators, turrets, and radar.

Loadout

 * Heavy Armor
 * Heavy Spinfusor
 * Automatic Shotgun
 * Nova Colt
 * Energy Pack
 * Shield Pack
 * Fractal Grenade
 * Light Sticky Grenade

Recommended Perks
Perk 1

Ultra Capacitor 1 is a great perk considering that you have only 85 maximum energy, and have a shield pack that is powered off of it. A higher energy cap means that you will be a little bit safer.

Safety Third gives you super scary fractal grenades. That's about all that needs to be said.

Perk 2

Survivalist on the brute has to be one of the best combinations in the game. With the full upgrade you get 20% of your health back, and 40% of your energy, meaning even more effective health. This allows you to stay in the fight for longer than any other class. No other perks synergize this well.