The Eagle Strafing Run is a rapid response offensive stratagem in Helldivers 2, designed for quick battlefield interventions. It provides Helldivers with the capability to call in a strafing run that targets and clears small to medium-sized enemies with speed and efficiency.
Usage and Functionality
- Call-In Method: This stratagem is characterized by a 0-second call-in time, making it one of the fastest support options available.
- Uses: It can be used three times before a cooldown is initiated.
- Cooldown: The cooldown for this stratagem is incredibly short, at just 8 seconds, allowing for frequent use.
Tactical Advantages
- Immediate Response: The instantaneous call-in time allows Helldivers to quickly react to developing threats on the battlefield.
- Area Clearance: The strafing run effectively clears small targets, providing immediate relief and creating openings for ground advances.
Operational Limitations
- Target Size Restriction: While highly effective against smaller targets, the Eagle Strafing Run may not be as effective against larger, heavily armored enemies.
- Friendly Fire Risk: The speed and breadth of the strafing run require careful positioning to ensure that friendly troops are not caught in the line of fire.
Stratagem Traits
- Eagle: This trait indicates the specific delivery method of the strafing run, suggesting precision and swiftness akin to the bird of prey it’s named after.
Strategic Deployment
The Eagle Strafing Run is ideal for engagements where Helldivers face large numbers of lightly armored enemies or need to quickly disrupt enemy infantry formations. Its rapid deployment and short cooldown make it exceptionally well-suited for sustained combat situations where continuous air support can maintain pressure on the enemy.
