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The Ultimate MOAB Guide

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This guide is aimed towards the players who haven't gotten a MOAB yet. Everybody's different and most won't appeal to my methods. But please, keep reading!

MOAB information.

First of all, a M.O.A.B is an abbreviation for Massive Ordinance Air Blast, but it's known throughout the entire U.S. Military as the Mother Of All Bombs. The bomb earned that nickname because it carries 18,000 lbs worth of explosives. It's purpose is to wipe out an entire battlefield with one blast, like it does in MW3. A MOAB kills the entire enemy team, and also sets off an EMP directly after. To be able to get the MOAB, you need to get 25 kills without dying. Some people do not know this, but to be able to get a MOAB, you need to get the 25 kills WITHOUT using any type of air support, or any of those kind of kills, which means you need to get 25 straight kills using only your gun, knife, and equipment. Also remember that the MOAB does NOT end the game. It kills every enemy player, but the game keeps going after they're dead. Just because you call in a MOAB, it doesn't mean you will guarantee win the game. Now knowing you can only get the MOAB without using Kill Streaks, the class you construct plays a VERY big role while getting that MOAB.


Finding the right guns!
Finding the right gun really depends on your style of play. If you like to rush kills, flank enemies, and run around the map, obviously you should be using an SMG or Shotgun. If you like to sort of sit back, and let the enemies come to you.. You should be using an Assault Rifle or an LMG. The gun you choose is extremely important, because that is the main way on getting that MOAB. If you use a gun you aren't familiar with, or if it doesn't match your play style, then chances are you aren't going to get the MOAB. Also, you should use a gun that is reliable in any situation. Before using a new gun, you should play a few games with it, to see if you can do well with it, or if it isn't really your type of gun. Also, finding the right Secondary gun is important as well. The Secondaries in this game are very effective, but I recommend using the Machine Pistols. If you use a Stinger, or a type of launcher, it really isn't going to be as effective as the FMG9 Akimbos are going to be. If you decide to Noob Tube, you're probably going to get one maybe two kills if you're lucky. Ive used launchers before, and they do not get kills for me. The Machine Pistols get me usually over 5 kills a game! That is pretty good when you're going for a MOAB. The regular Pistols on the other hand, they aren't that good. They won't be able to kill someone with an Assault Rifle or an SMG in those one on one situations, so I don't recommend using it. Also, the attachments and the weapon proficiencies matter a lot when you're getting a MOAB. Usually, I equip silencers so that I don't have to panic if the enemies see me on their radars, but it's your choice for attachments. Remember to use an attachment that fits your gun, if their is any sort of flaw with your gun, for example it's iron sights, then equip a Red Dot Sight, or anything like it. Now for the weapon proficiencies. Their are many good ones like Kick, Attachments, but I recommend using the Focus perk. Focus reduces the flinch when you get shot by an enemy, that is really useful! If you're on a 20 kill streak, and you end up in a one on one gun fight, then 9 times out of 10, you WILL win that gun fight.


Finding the right Perks!

Finding the right Perks are just as important as the right type of gun. To me, I will usually always run Extreme Conditioning, Assassin, and Dead Silence, but that's just me. You need to use the perks that fit your play style, and something that benefits YOU the most. If you use something like a Scar-L, then maybe Scavenger will be the best First Perk for you, because of it's lack of ammo. Or if you're using an SMG, then maybe you would use Extreme Conditioning instead. It's your choice, always remember to choose it wisely. If you always run out into the open, and get killed by the enemies Air Support, then you should equip Blind Eye. If you usually just sit around, and wait for those kills, then I think you should use Assassin so that they don't know you're there before you kill them. You get what I'm saying? Use the absolute best perk to your advantage. Sometimes, something like Dead Silence will save you from those situations when you're sneaking up on someone with headsets on, just like how Blind Eye will save you from dying from the enemies kill streaks. Finding the right perk combinations is all up to you, so if you can't decide, then try cycling them every few games.


Strike Packages!

Now, one of the most crucial parts in getting the MOAB, finding the right Strike Package. You can still use the Assault and Support streaks, but it won't be that effective. Think about it, if you get an Attack Helicopter, it will get some kills, but will it give you any advantages at all while going for your MOAB? No, it's most likely not going to do anything. So that takes the whole Assault Package out of the picture because all of the streaks in that package are mainly Air Support. Now that leaves the Support and Specialist packages. Now for the Support package, you will be able to get things like UAV's and Advanced UAV's, also you can get an EMP. Those can really help you out a lot while going for the MOAB, but think of the amount of UAV's and things like that you can receive from it. You will only be able to receive those around four times, and each time it will last around 30 seconds, that's not that long.. Now for the Specialist package. The Specialist will give you three extra perks, but that's not all. If you get an 8 kill streak, you will receive every perk in the game, plus it will give you double xp for a few kills. That's amazing! Using all the perks in Nazi Zombies made you unstoppable, now imagine using it in Multiplayer, that's awesome! Also, it lasts the entire game. So since the Specialist gives you a lot more benefits than the Support, then the Specialist is your package! It will help you out in many different situations. It will give you the advantage while going for the MOAB. If you aren't high enough level for the Specialist package, then use the Support package.


Equipment!
For your Equipment, I do recommend using either a Semtex or a Claymore. The Semtex beats the Frag Grenade, because it sticks to walls and does a lot more damage. The Claymore beats the Bouncing Betty because the you can't avoid the Claymore that well, but you can surely avoid the Betty really easily. If you hear the Betty go off, just simply prone. But with the Claymore, there's nothing you can do but run when you hear it go off. And Claymores will save you. When someone is flanking you, then maybe your Claymore will take them out. Claymores save me in a lot of situations. For the Tactical Grenades, I recommend using either a Portable Radar or a Flashbang. Flashbangs beat Stun Grenades for a few reasons. First it has a greater blast radius than the Stun Grenade. Second it turns their screen completely white. And lastly they can't hear anything. As for the Stun Grenade, it only stuns them. Stun Grenades used to be the best choice, because you were able to throw it faster than the Flashbang. But now, you throw it in the same time as a Flashbang. And Portable Radars, it detects any enemies without Assassin on, which is pretty useful. It will allow you to get a couple kills with it. I would just try to avoid the Throwing Knifes. Using the right Equipment is completely up to you, choose whichever one YOU think will be the most effective when you're going for the MOAB.


Now that you have your class constructed, now you need to know what strategy you're going to do to get your MOAB. I will give you some strategies to get a MOAB.

Spawn Trapping

While going for your MOAB, you shouldn't be running around the map that much. I recommend memorizing the spawns, so you have a good idea on where the enemy will spawn. If you don't memorize the spawns, then don't be surprised if the enemy kills you from behind. Once you got the spawns memorized, you can begin to spawn trap the enemy. Spawn trapping is an optional thing, but trust me.. It gets you a lot of kills! If you have a good party with you, then your team can most likely get a spawn trap going. Spawn Trapping usually only works with Demolition and Domination, but you can still get one going in Team Deathmatch and other games like it. Also, if you're planning on spawn trapping, then DO NOT push into their spawn. First, you will change the enemies spawn. And secondly, there is a higher chance of losing your streak! Spawn trapping will only be effective if you have an intelligent team.


"Rush Camping"
Another strategy on getting that MOAB, is to "Tactical Camping". Tactical Camping is pretty much, waiting in a position, get a couple kills, switch spots. If you keep repeating that then you will most likely get a high streak going. It will be tempting to run up into the enemy spawn, or maybe sometimes you might get impatient while waiting for the enemies to come to you, but you will get those kills! If you use this tactic, I recommend playing a game mode that takes a lot of time, like Domination. Also, you should use a silencer while doing this, because if you give up your position then you might get killed. Also you should remember not to stay in one place for too long. I also recommend switching positions when you notice the spawns changing. If your team spawns at the other side of the map, that means the enemy will start spawning around you. That is a good time to switch positions. You should at least try this strategy if you're used to camping. This strategy should help you get you going on your high kill streaks.


Flanking
If you're more of a rusher, I think you should try to flank the enemy. I don't recommend this strategy as much as Spawn Trapping or Tactical Camping, but it will get you a decent amount of kills. To do this, you need an SMG and Extreme Conditioning, or any other rushing class you can find. If you see your team running in a group, that's a good time to do this strategy. All you need to do, is run all the way across the map, away from your team. Then, you need to look at your radar and see where all the gun fire is coming from. Then you can start making your way behind the gun fire. You should be able to pick off all of the enemies, and you should be able to save your team from them too! This tactic can get you killed easily if you are new to rushing. You should only try this at the beginning of the game, and if it doesn't work then do not use it. If they catch you flanking them, then they will most likely be aware that you're going to get behind them, and they might kill you. So you should try this on the bigger maps so there are more areas the enemy won't notice you at. Also, this strategy is the worst of the three. It rarely racks kills, but Ive actually have gotten a MOAB using this. So, it only works for certain types of people.


Infected Game Mode
I've been told that this game mode gets players tons of MOAB's, but I just can't seem to get a MOAB in Infected. I see many players getting MOAB's, so I assume it just depends on the player's style. Rushing may not be the best thing while playing infected.. It's all about the camping.

What to do when you're on a high kill streak

Once you're on your high kill streak, do not panic. Usually, when you're on a high streak, you start to get nervous and you do foolish things that will end up killing you. Remember to stay on the tactic you are using, and don't change anything. For example, if you're Spawn Trapping them, and you get a 23 kill streak, you're going to want to get the extra kills as soon as you can. And some people leave their position, and they mindlessly run into their spawn trying to get the few kills. That will most likely kill them. So I recommend staying in your position, and wait for the few kills. Use your brain, and let the kills come to you.




Extra Tips. These tips will hopefully improve your gameplay.

1) Play in the right environment that suits you
2) Play on the right sensitivity
3) Charge your controller, or put in new batteries
4) Play with a party, they will help you out by putting up support like UAV's
5) Communication will surely get you a lot more kills, and a lot less deaths
6) A good headset like Turtle Beach's will help a lot, hearing the enemy will give you an advantage
7) Taking breaks between games is always a good thing
8) Use a class that YOU'RE comfortable with, don't choose a class just because someone told you to
9) Usually expecting a MOAB will get you disappointed, not everyone will get one each game
10) Use the strategy that best fits your play style
11) Play intelligent, do not mindlessly run around expecting not to get killed
12) Do not run for a Scavenger Pack unless you know there aren't enemies around
13) Use your Mini-Map to your advantage
14) Play a game mode that can get you a lot of kills
15) Do NOT rage, nobody likes playing with an obnoxious player


Updated tips

So far I've gotten 11 MOAB's, and I've also gained a lot more experience. First of all, playing with a good party gives you a major advantage. Playing with a party gives you the power of communication, which is extremely important. Playing with random players are fine, but playing with a group of friends goes a long way! Next, getting to know the maps is another skill players should work on. In a month or two, you should be able to know the map routes, spawn points, camping spots, etc. Thirdly, you NEED to win your gun fights. A "gun fight" is pretty self explanatory. Your eye sight, reaction timing, and accuracy are skills you need to win those gun fights. Next, do not waste your ammo. Ammo is a precious thing when going for a MOAB, and you should not take it for granted. And always remember, don't go running for those scavenger packs in the middle of a battlefield! Also, make sure you play a game mode that lasts a good amount of time, example: Domination, demolition, etc. I'd recommend avoiding TDM.


Player submitted tips!
FallenNoctis: marksmen really helps out with everything because of how far away you see people's names!!! That was something that helped immensely.

Stickies: Also, when you are going for a MOAB dont stay in the same spot for awhile. Move around and stay on the outside of the map. The middle is where the action happens and get away from your team mates so you can spawn kill.

Niknak666: I know the harder I try and get one, the harder I fail. The best way to get one (for me) is to just play and not try so hard.

O-M-G: i think a good tip is to play with a good party, randoms will decrease your chance on getting a moab

Racist: how i get moabs is i use a silencer on a good weapon with low recoil. (m4, acr, g36c) when i realize im at a good streak maybe 14-18 i start try harding and just hoping no one gets near me

Minimaracas: Don't panic, just play casually with your class and try and get some kills, don't mind about dying, and if you get on a high streak start to play a little more defencively. Use a fun you're comfortable with, and a sensitivity you're comfortable with

TTG_L0BBIEZz:A good tip is don't go into a game hoping for a Moab. It will come. Just play normal.

Alexuzzz_10: You also want to not be around team mates so you can't lose your stealth mode

Illuminatiii_X:Just a tip for anyone looking to get their first MOAB:

It really all depends on skill, not what gun you use. Perks do play a major role in getting the MOAB that is why I would suggest using the Specialist kill streak option. Before even attempting going for a MOAB I strongly suggest you play through the game at least 1 or 2 prestiges and figure out what style of gameplay you are best at. Whether it be camping, rushing, or defending an area, perfect your style and in addition to this find the gun you are best with. No one person can tell you what gun to use, use what gun YOU are best with. You also need to develop a set of "traits" or skills for this game. You need to notice such things as seeing bullets fly across your screen and what direction they are coming from. Seeing opponents for a split second and using common sense to find the best place to strike. How stealthy to be at certain moments and when to "go-loud."

I hope my advice will be taken into consideration by anyone reading and can't figure out why they haven't gotten one yet.

My source: 28 MOAB's and counting.


ElatedGFX: It would be best to be using the Attachments proficiency because when you get the Specialist Bonus you get all the perks and also all the proficiencies.

When you use Focus and you get your Specialist Bonus, because you also get all proficiencies along with perks, you'd benefit from all proficiencies but Attachments.

As for the gun, you'd also want to be using a silencer along with Rapid Fire, or Extended Mags, depending on your gun of course.


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"MW3: Guide to Getting an Easy MOAB" By: iBashTV - Channel: [ Register or Signin to view external links. ]

"Modern Warfare 3 Class Setup (MW3)" By: WoodysGamertag - Channel: [ Register or Signin to view external links. ]

"MW3: How To Get EASY-MODE MOABS!!" By: xJawz - Channel: [ Register or Signin to view external links. ]

"Modern Warfare 3 - Specialist Strike Package Guide" By: SGCBarbierian - Channel: [ Register or Signin to view external links. ]




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Very good TuT. Maybe a sticky?
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Willybobo wrote Very good TuT. Maybe a sticky?
Haha, Thank you man!
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Very good tutorial man!

I've gotten 23 kills with specialists and didn't die.

The game ended so I was mad and now I can't get above a 19 killstreak it's annoying!

Hopefully this helps!
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Secrets wrote Very good tutorial man!

I've gotten 23 kills with specialists and didn't die.

The game ended so I was mad and now I can't get above a 19 killstreak it's annoying!

Hopefully this helps!
Thanks for the feedback man!
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Hey man thank you very much for the guide!!!! I never got a M.O.A.B., but i took your advice and got two M.O.A.B.s on hardhat hq pro in mosh pit!!!
My setup
Weapon: FAD
Proficiency: Attachments
Attachments: Silencer and Extended mags
Equipment: EMP and Semtex
Perk 1: Sleight of Hand pro
Perk 2: Hardline
Perk 3: Stalker pro
Strike package: Specialist
Assassin
Scavenger
Blind eye
One thing i would add to your guide is how much marksmen really helps out with everything because of how far away you see people's names!!! That was something that helped immensely. Again Thank you very much!!!
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good guide man,maybe a sticky?
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Thanks for the feedback guys, hoped this helped you out:P
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Amazing tut, man I had heard about the specialist package but I never really used it much; took your advice and got a 20+ killstreak. Thanks
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