User blog comment:Derp2000/Crucible 101: Scout Rifles/@comment-24.207.174.254-20150428192311

I am new, but i prefer to use my scout rifle if I know I am facing an enemy with a shield. The higher impact, plus range, give me a bonus if the enemy is a higher level than me or same level. If I know I am facing dregs, thrall, etc I switch to a pulse or auto. Hand cannons are good for very small encoutners, but are range limited.

Personally I like the scout rifle and shotgun loadout for interior combat zones. I can drop shields with the scout from long to medium range and then finish off with the shotgun at close.