FSDev| TALON wrote:I think if you look back at the Battle of Hoth the AT-AT Walkers did a pretty good job of taking out the Rebels. They lost what, 2 Walkers? And Echo Base was overrun in no time. It was an almost total victory for the Empire.
And besides, what would you have rather seen on screen, towering four legged metal walking behemoths?
Or a couple of boring old hovertanks?
Truly, Echo Base was over run in no time. The AT-AT's combat capabilities were perfect for the mission AND they looked awesome doing it. lol They were greatly feared for a good reason.
Contrary to multiple EU sources (and by that, I mean A LOT of EU sources), The Battle of Hoth was the very first engagement where the Rebels used the T-47's harpoon and tow cable system against the AT-ATs. Which was, of course, devised by Luke as a last ditch effort to slow their advance. The T-47 is NOT a military craft, but rather a civilian craft modified for combat duty in the Alliance and, as we all know, further modifications had to be made to adapt them to Hoth's extreme temperatures.
As much as I like the A5 Juggernauts, I'm glad George decided to go with the AT-ATs for the BoH. However, I must say the newer A6 Juggernauts were frick'n AWESOME at the Battle of Kashyyk. lol
Artificial intelligence is no match for natural stupidity.
Closed Alpha Test & Deth..
