The Illuminate faction in Helldivers 2 requires specific tactics and loadouts for successful missions. Here's the optimal setup and strategy to combat these dangerous enemies.

Best Weapons and Armor

Primary Weapons:

• SG-225 Breaker or SG-225SP Breaker Spray&Pray (excellent for shield breaking)
• PLAS-101 Purifier (Polar Patriots Warbond)
• PLAS-1 Scorcher (Helldivers Mobilize Warbond)
• LAS-16 Sickle (Cutting Edge Warbond)

Secondary Weapon:

• P-19 Redeemer (for crowd control)
• P-4 Senator (for precise shots)

Armor:

• CE-35 Trench Engineer (best balance of mobility and protection)
• Scout armor (for stealth approaches)

Essential Stratagems:

• SH-32 Shield Generator Pack
• MG-206 Heavy Machine Gun
• A/G-16 Gatling Sentry
• Autocannon
• Orbital Laser
• Eagle Airstrike

Combat Tips

1. Harvester Tactics:

• Target the leg joints instead of the eye
• Sustained fire on joints will cause collapse
• Use lower-caliber weapons on weak points

2. Colony Operations:

• Search urban areas for HMG emplacements
• Collect Support Weapons and ammo from colonies
• Utilize Fast Recon Vehicles when available

3. Tactical Approach:

• Maintain stealth when possible (Voteless have poor vision)
• Watch for Overseers who can alert nearby enemies
• Stay near main roads to avoid getting cornered
• Keep moving to prevent Voteless swarms

Remember to coordinate loadouts with your team to ensure coverage against all enemy types, from basic Voteless to powerful Harvesters and Overseers.

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