Not every BAR player knows the commander has a powerful instant-kill weapon. Here is how to use it.
Tags: beyond all reason, commander, dgun, keybind, weapon, balance, casual
Select your commander, press D, then click on a unit or point target. The dgun fires a commander-only weapon that instantly kills whatever it hits. This is one of the most important commander abilities and every player should know the keybind.
Players debating unit balance often bring up the commander dgun. If someone complains about a unit being imbalanced, a valid question is whether they know the proper counters. The command dgun can eliminate most threats instantly if used correctly. Understanding this weapon changes how you approach both offense and defense.
Some players dismiss balance feedback from lower OpenSkill accounts. The assumption is that if you cannot counter a unit, your complaint about it is not valid. This reasoning is too simplistic. Casual players have different experiences and their feedback can be useful even if their execution is not optimal.
The better approach is to explore the concern productively rather than dismissing someone based on their rating. Everyone has views worth considering.
New players often forget the dgun exists or do not practice using it. Set up an AI match and practice dgun targeting on different unit types. Learn how far ahead of a moving target you need to aim, which units are too fast to hit reliably, and when to prioritize dgun shots over regular commander fire.
Learning fundamental mechanics like the dgun is easier in supportive environments. Creed of Champions runs training where new players practice commander skills without the pressure of ranked:
[Crd] The removal of toxicity, the goal of fun and learning, makes for a refreshing spot to play and spend time. It has also made a game with plenty of complexity a bit less daunting to dive into.