Thread: What does a defense robot NEED?
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Re: What does a defense robot NEED?
A great Defense robot will need to be able to do everything that the other two offensive robots on the alliance can't do, or can do them so they don't have to.

This includes but not limited to:
1: Hanging for 30 points
2: Handle and score 4 of the colored alliance discs in the pyramid goal.
3: Push around opponent's robots from their most effective scoring locations.
4: Push around other defending robots so your alliance's offense can go off without a hitch.
5: Travel fast around the field to bog down locations of high traffic for your opponents.
6: Maneuver around discs on the floor and under both pyramids easily and quickly.
7: Score in autonomous.
8: Have great drivers, coach, and communication skills with the rest of the alliance.
9: Have a great Feeder who can follow instructions and feed alliance robots correctly.
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