User blog comment:Runandgun/Joker (Nolanverse) vs IRA/@comment-379205-20170112223827

119's "Joke's On You" Edges


 * Handguns: The Glock has a larger magazine in both it's standard, and especially in the select fire version. The full auto version used by the Joker also essentially adds another SMG, albeit a less accurate one due to it's recoil. Edge: Joker Gang


 * SMGs: Both weapons are rather antiquated designs no longer in widespread military service, however, of the two, I actually give the edge to the older Thompson as it has a larger 50-round drum magazine and a more powerful .45 ACP round, two factors that will give it an edge in the close quarters at which SMGs are most effective. Edge: IRA


 * Rifles: The M1 Garand is a reliable rifle which stood the test of a World War, however, in the end, march of technology rendered it obsolete. In this case, the IRA is armed with the AR-15, an assault rifle, the class of weapon that rendered weapons like the Garand obsolete. The AR-15 has a larger magazine, capable of semi or full auto fire, and has a higher muzzle velocity, allowing to make up for the smaller round with velocity and volume of fire. Edge: IRA


 * Explosives: The nail bomb was a devastating IED with a relatively large explosive payload and deadly shrapnel, however, it is most effective when placed in advance, not in stand-up fight like this match. The RPG, on the other hand, has proved itself effective against a variety of targets in countless conflicts around the world. Edge: Joker Gang


 * The Odd One Out: The two weapons can't be compared directly, so I will base this on which one will be a greater advantage to the other team. The Joker Gang already have two CQB weapons, so the Remington will be kind of redundant. On the other hand, the Barrett will play a role not played any other weapons in the IRA arsenal- an ultra-long range weapon which will prove highly effective when fired from one of the many buildings and other vantage points in the urban environment. Add to that the unparalelled range of over a kilometer and a the sheer lethality of the .50 BMG round, and the Barrett takes the advantage. Edge: IRA


 * X-Factors: The IRA probably take training- they are not a regular army by any means, but are probably more skilled than a gang of criminals. They have also been fighting for longer, taking experience. The IRA also take mental health, given the degraded mental state of the Joker. The only thing the Joker really gets is his poor mental health might give him a slight edge in brutality. Edge: IRA


 * Overall Winner: The IRA win this battle thanks to the superior firepower of the Thompson SMG, AR-15, and Barrett M82 rifle, as well as their superior combat experience and training.