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I wonder though...isn't she MORE boned if she gets up close? I'm pretty sure he can tank the collateral damage of his own explosives better than herself, considering you love your tank-carries.
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No. the barrels of the weapons are far too long to aim anywhere near himself.
Also, he moves too slowly. think ducking under his legs and the like.
Never mind that he isn't smart enough to know he'll survive it. He is also easily fooled, be tricky.