I tried 6xCERML 6xCERSPL, 2xERPPC 2xCERML... and i only had success in... the trial 12xCERML. Seems there's not enough weight to put some serious ballistics. How do you build and pilot yours?
I've had a lot of success with a couple of builds. This build is simple but highly effective. You can alpha with all the lasers (once and only without any heat) without overheating and outright kill a light. The MG's give you something to fire when you're overheating and an Atlas is in your face. This is the build that I use. If lasers aren't your thing, I've also had some success with this build. Poke with the PPC's and when things get up close and hairy try and pick off components with the lasers and MG's. Some general Nova advice, too. The Nova's real strength lies in massive alpha damage. I've played a lot of games where I get into position, dump 56 damage into some hapless 'mech then re-position while I cool down. One of the things that everyone needs to keep in mind about the Nova is; no matter what, they run hot. There's no escaping it. You really do not want to get caught out on your own, so stick with the fatties and assist them. You're not going to be any good in a sustained fight so use your JJ's and decent speed to disengage regularly. Also, I used to think that MG's were a waste of tonnage but since playing a fair bit I have found that they are indeed not. So good luck out there, Man and have fun with one of my favorite 'mechs!
