Whether you like the carnifax or the phalanx might depend on how you feel about the laser sight.įor shotguns, there are really several good weapons for a soldier depending on if you want to use them for a power burst (claymore), speed (scimitar), range and versatility (Geth plasma shotgun), or something between speed and power (eviscerator). If you take assault rifles as a bonus power or just want an emergency close range weapon or shield destroyer, you might want to take the tempest. Generally, the DLC weapons are the best but there are some things to consider based on build.įor smgs, the locust is the best all-around gun but it's really just a weak assault rifle that can be carried in the smg slot.