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TF2 Beta update: Reserve Shooter for Pyro and 2 misc slots

Frying Dutchman — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 16:03:43 +0000

The TF2 beta has been updated! the changes are the following:

General:
Synced with all changes and fixes from the official release
Added support for multiple Misc slot items being equipped at the same time
Added support for character loadout presets

Updated the Foster's Facade and Noh Mercy to use the misc slot.
The class select screen now displays currently equipped loadout.
The Reserve Shooter can now be equipped by the Pyro and Soldier.
The Tomislav now reduces the wearer's health by 50.
Metal consumption while using the Widowmaker was reduced to 30 from 60.
The cloak delay when using the Enforcer was increased to 1 second from 0.5 seconds.
The Claidheamh Mòr charge extension is increased to 1 second up from 0.5 seconds.
The Grenade Launcher and Stickybomb Launcher now use the in-game slot notation on the loadout screen.

Now to get back to the pyro again; in this update the Pyro also has acces to the Reserve Shooter.
Which gives the pyro a shotgun that swap 15% faster, mini-crits airborne targets 3 seconds after switch and -50% the clip size.

I can't comment if the weapon swap stacks with the degreaser but the mini crit gives a whole new set of oppertunities. Such as igniting and enemy pushing him away (and thus airborne) and giving him a nice mini-critted shot in teh face.

So will these changes come to the retail version or will the pyro receive a fancy new shotgun? Well I can't wait thats for sure. :D
What do you guys have to say about this?

Thanks for reading
-Dutchman

Guide: How to create and submit footage

Frying Dutchman — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:55:53 +0000

So you're eager to help out and support the W+M2 Gas Fueled channel with your own pyro antics, but you don't know how to create and submit your footage.
Well this guide will explain the basics on how to do just that.

- Recording footage trough the console:
When ingame open up the console with ~ and type the following into it: record 01
This will create a .dem file under the name 01 until you leave the server or stop recording.
To stop recording the demo file simply type in "stop" and TF2 will stop recording and save your demo.
If you want to record again simply repeat this process but switch out the name.

- Replaying your demo's
If you just made a good demo and want to watch it back you can by doing the following:
Go out of the server and open up your console and write the following: demoui
This will open up a small menu, press browse and find your demo.
wait for it to load and enjoy watching your successful moment of glory.
Tip: remember the time or tick when your kill or moment happens.

- Finding and uploading your demo's
To find all your recorded demo files head down to the following folder:
C:\Steam\steamapps\username\team fortress 2\tf
Copy your file to your desktop and upload it to your favourite mirror.
Such as Mediafire, Dropbox or Megaupload for example

- Sending in your demo files
This part should be easy simply email us at gasfueled@gmail.com with your demo file.
Or post your footage here in the W+M2 group, either in the comments or at the announcement when we are collecting specific footage.
Don't forget to add your preferred name (nickname for in the video), to describe what happens in the demo file and on which time frame we can find it.

Helpful bits:
- Try to keep the files small, the best way to record everything during your play session it to start and stop a recording when you've died.
- Write your good demo's down! Best is to do this on a piece of paper or skip to a bigger number with the next recording so its easy to find it back.
- File your good demo's in a different folder and remove the unneeded ones to save space.

Guide will be updated when necessary and Mellow has kindly volunteered to make a video for this. If you have questions please comment below.

Thanks for reading!
Dutchman

Help us so we can help you!

Frying Dutchman — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 19:44:19 +0000

It's simple; help us with your input so we can provide content for you.
Interested in helping out or just curious? read on. >>

The W+M2 group is based upon the idea to share information and tips about playing Pyro in Team Fortress 2. Mainly at how a pyro can bounce back enemy projectiles and be a useful asset to the rest of the team. Of course lets not forget that the group is also for showing off just how awesome you are.

Now we want to take that idea of helping a step further by making short videos showcasing various tips, tricksn tutorials and other gameplay.
Ofcourse we cant do this all alone and theres where you guys come in!

Heres the following things where we could use help on:
- Creating and editing movies
- Writing guides and tutorials

Things everyone is welcome to do:
- Sending in demo's or replay footage
- Video ideas, what do you want to be explained?

Post a comment below to share you thoughts or if you want to help!
Next announcement will have details on how these videos will work out.
Thanks for reading! - Dutchman

Fresh Changes

Frying Dutchman — Sun, 08 May 2011 11:55:48 +0000

You didn't think this group was dead now, did you?

Yes!, we made some changes here and added more to the group
A new description, avatar and more.
We plan to keep you updated more frequent and we are making quite some progress.
So, please check it out and if you have any thoughts, please do share them!

TiMbl4: Props to Frying for making the picture.

Polycount weapons revealed!

Frying Dutchman — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 18:49:34 +0000

The Pyro weapons are revealed and I must say: OMGWTFBBQ!
Is this really 2012!? has the apoclypse come? Or is this the blessing taht Tf2 needed!?
I cant make a descision but lets get to the point:

You can view the all the new polucount weapons here: http://www.teamfortress.com/mannconomy/item_sets/

When you wear ALL the Polycount items for the Pyro you get a:
10% speed boost
10% bullet vulnerability

The new flamethrower: "The Degreaser"
65% faster weapons switch
-25% Fire Damage

The new Melee weapons: "The Powerjack"
+25% Damage done
+75 Health on wearer
No random critical hits

The hat: "The Attendant"

Discuss!

Pyro Changes: Yay or Nay?

Frying Dutchman — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:00:00 +0000

What do you W+M2 Pyro's think?
Is the Pyro class now officially ruined?
The Pyro didnt need a nerf but the Compression Blast changes are nice.
Or do you like all the changes they have made?

What they have changed:
-Pyro changes:
#Flamethrower direct damage reduced 20%.
#Burn duration reduced (10 -> 6 seconds).
#Airblast re-fire delay reduced by 25%.
# Airblast ammo usage reduced by 20%.
# All reflected rockets/grenades/arrows now mini-crit.
# Airblasting enemies into environmental deaths now awards the death credit to the Pyro.

-Second Update:
# Added a 20% damage bonus to The Backburner.
# Fixed the Flare Gun's afterburn duration being lowered by the Flamethrower's duration reduction.

Thanks for reading!
Dutchman.

Over 400 Members!

Frying Dutchman — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 18:43:02 +0000

412 members! Thanks for joining, and keep it up with the W+M2!

And keep your eyes peeled for W+M2 action. :D

Over 300 members!

TiMbl4 — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 13:52:58 +0000

We didn't even hope to get such a number. Well, it's a large number for us. So, thank you for joining. Continue to se "W+M2", rather than "W+M1". :0

Merry Christmas!

Frying Dutchman — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 14:35:22 +0000

Merry Christmas to you all of you pyromaniacs :D

Btw, another great example of W+M2.

TiMbl4 — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:55:23 +0000

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wa24G8opXZg&fmt=22

Credit goes to Dr. Neo Cortex! No, not that evil guy from Crash Bandicoot series, the other one, who is in our group! c: