Hard as Hell 2 Gun - 2018 - Stage 3 - Pistol Death Star

Published on July 10, 2018
Duration: 11:01

This video details Stage 3 of the 2018 Hard as Hell 2 Gun competition, focusing on a pistol-only stage with a unique 'Death Star' moving target. The stage emphasizes strategic ammunition management due to an 8-round limit and no reloads. Expert commentary highlights the challenge of engaging the spinning Death Star, recommending a shotgun-like swing-and-track technique, and stresses the importance of prioritizing the activator target to avoid significant penalties.

Quick Summary

Stage 3 of the 2018 Hard as Hell 2 Gun competition is a pistol-only challenge with an 8-round limit and no reloads. The key is prioritizing the 'Death Star' activator target, engaging moving targets with a swing-and-track technique, and managing ammunition strategically across static plates and obstacles.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Stage 3 Introduction
  2. 00:14Stage Description Breakdown
  3. 00:31The Death Star Target
  4. 00:43Static Plate Engagements
  5. 01:03Low Port Crawl and Finish
  6. 01:30Heavy Pistol Stage Analysis
  7. 01:39Prioritizing the Activator
  8. 02:19Engaging the Spinning Death Star
  9. 02:35Pistol vs PCC on Death Star
  10. 02:46Static Plates and Spinners
  11. 02:53Low Port and Final Array
  12. 02:57Hudson 9 and Magazine Strategy
  13. 03:14Stage Strategy Discussion
  14. 07:29Post-Stage Performance Review
  15. 07:47Ammunition Management Recap
  16. 08:48Equipment Issues: Ejector Cage
  17. 10:07Interesting Stage Takeaways
  18. 10:36Mid-Match Reflections

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary challenge of Stage 3 in the Hard as Hell 2 Gun 2018 competition?

The primary challenge of Stage 3 is its pistol-only nature with a strict 8-round limit and no reloads. This forces strategic ammunition management, especially when engaging the 'Death Star' moving target and numerous static plates.

How should a shooter engage the 'Death Star' moving target?

The recommended technique for the 'Death Star' is to treat it like shooting a bird with a shotgun: swipe your sights past the target as it moves and pull the trigger as you track it. Activating it is the highest priority.

What are the penalties for failing to activate the 'Death Star' target?

Failing to activate the 'Death Star' target results in significant penalties, specifically 'target not engaged' penalties for all five associated targets, making it a critical objective to hit first.

What is the ammunition constraint for Stage 3 of the Hard as Hell 2 Gun 2018?

Stage 3 is a pistol-only stage that limits shooters to only eight rounds of ammunition and explicitly prohibits any reloads. This constraint heavily influences the strategy and execution of the stage.

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