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I'm trying to figure out why lasers are still experimental weapons in 2035. And why one player faction has successfully branded itself as the most advanced civilization on the planet.
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Same here. Especially since the USA is looking at deploying them.

As for the power armor, it is an exoskeleton. But since an exoskeleton would allow for increased mobility and carrying heavier loads, extra armor was strapped on there for the Army (which would be deployed in large-scale engagements). The Marines, on the other hand, use an unarmored exoskeleton with the purpose of increased mobility. The pictures are rough ideas, not what they actually look like. Especially since the Army one has "Marines" painted right on it.