Police Suggestion 5.56x45mm Suppressor for the M16A4

[Creepis]

Suggestion Title: 5.56x45mm Suppressor for the M16A4
Suggestion Description: Since PERP has changed quite a bit since my last suggestion in 2022 to add a DMR option for the M16A4, I optionally suggested the inclusion of a suppressor https://perpheads.com/threads/5-56-dmr-with-scope-for-tfu.49882/

TFIC get suppressors + other weapons but I do realize that there are fewer of them. But, they are still a common occurrence in PERP.
This suggestion however is mainly focused for the licensed TFU units, not RTFO, to get a little upgrade for their arsenal.
The suppressor should only become available if you're in Heavy gear. Gearing down should remove it to a standard M16A4.
I'm aware that not many people already use the M16A4 in Heavy gear, but I'm the weird exception (as always) and usually run it with the sniper scope for a DMR setup.

A suppressor would be more viable compared to a flash suppressor as to additionally minimize your auditory presence.
As to why you should use a supressed M16A4 over a suppressed Remington M24 (if L115A3 is already taken) here are some reasons:
-More follow up shots on range.
-Remington M24 is bolt-action and does not guarantee one taps on chest.
-Faster reload.
-Can still be semi-used with point firing where as the M24 is a one shot musket if you ever have to somehow use it close range (at that point just use the pistol).

The M16A4 is already a very unpopular option in Heavy gear so I'm hoping this will at least give it some more reason to use it instead of the usual SCAR-L combo for TFU.

Why should this be added?:
-More variety and engagement options from afar.
-An actual usable weapon (IMO) with a suppressor if you should need one.

What negatives could this have?:
-Another PD buff.
-Changing one of the least usable/efficient weapons (not IMO) in their arsenal which would still make it just average.
-Not needed and the arsenal is good as is for standard licensed TFU.

What problem would this suggestion solve?: Give the M16A4 another reason to be used in Heavy gear apart from the sniper scope/DMR setup for more variety.

 

[MalekIsWeird]

This suggestion however is mainly focused for the licensed TFU units, not RTFO, to get a little upgrade for their arsenal.

i hate gate keeping like this

 

[Creepis]

i hate gate keeping like this

I'd argue that TFIC arsenal and suppressors are a even bigger gatekeep and even harder to acquire than standard TFU but yeah, go off since this doesn't benefit you and your current rank of RTFO.

Please at least give a reason why RTFO should also get access to a suppressor. Do they even get access to the scope?

 

[MalekIsWeird]

I'd argue that TFIC arsenal and suppressors are a even bigger gatekeep and even harder to acquire than standard TFU but yeah, go off.

Not arguing, just a personal dislike.

The whole concept of RTFO sucks too, it just delays people from actually getting the enjoyable form of TFU which is Tier 2.

 

[Baba]

I would personally keep this to T2's and IC's, the point is NOT to give RTFO's the same or adequate gear as a TFU, as it will just make the rank difference rendered useless TLR, I feel like a suppressor could be added to T2's

 

[Megasaw]

The whole concept of RTFO sucks too, it just delays people from actually getting the enjoyable form of TFU which is Tier 2.

It makes getting TFU a lot easier, especially for newer players who basically never got the chance in the past. It makes it so much more accessible

As for the suggestion, I have no plans in giving standard TFUs suppressors and keeping it within TFICs as it gives some sort of mechanical benefit to actually becoming a TFIC.

 

[AcidFerret]

Im all for this. Especially since even TFIC can't get suppressor for m16 in heavy gear (despite having access to it in light gear lmao). I might be mistaken however as its been a while since ive checked

 

[Megasaw]

Im all for this. Especially since even TFIC can't get suppressor for m16 in heavy gear (despite having access to it in light gear lmao). I might be mistaken however as its been a while since ive checked

They should be able to as a TFIC if i can recall.

Honestly, if it's in Heavy gear only, I think giving it to only the M16 to standard TFOs is fine, considering they have the zenith scope. Ive borught this discussion up with A1L and Sindarin and will give an update shortly

 

[Tilin]

Not arguing, just a personal dislike.

The whole concept of RTFO sucks too, it just delays people from actually getting the enjoyable form of TFU which is Tier 2.

I know that's your opinion, but that's not our experience. More people pass their practicals than before. I believe before the stats were 1 in 3 pass, now it's 2 in 3. And even if they fail, they still get to keep their partial TFU status.

So no, it's not gatekeeping. It's what @Megasaw said. It allows newer players to get some experience before being given more reponsibilities and equipment.