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==Tactics==
==Tactics==
===Halo: Combat Evolved===
===Halo: Combat Evolved===
It is best to use the [[MA5B Assault Rifle]], [[M90 shotgun|Shotgun]], or [[M6D Pistol]] against the Flood. The pistol is capable of killing a combat form with a single shot to the chest, but is generally not recommended for mass engagement, as its medium rate of fire and small magazine size can lead the player into a position where they are surrounded by Combat Forms, therefore, it is best to only apply it in long-range combat. Furthermore, Combat Forms have a tendency to revive after being shot once with a pistol. The [[Plasma Rifle]] is also a good weapon of choice to use (if the assault rifle/shotgun are unavailable) as its high rate of fire can quickly destroy infection forms while still being potent enough to destroy the combat forms.
It is best to use the [[MA5B Assault Rifle]], [[M90 shotgun]], or [[M6D Pistol]] against the Flood. The pistol is capable of killing a combat form with a single shot to the chest, but is generally not recommended for mass engagement, as its medium rate of fire and small magazine size can lead the player into a position where they are surrounded by Combat Forms, therefore, it is best to only apply it in long-range combat. Furthermore, Combat Forms have a tendency to revive after being shot once with a pistol. The [[Plasma Rifle]] is also a good weapon of choice to use (if the assault rifle/shotgun are unavailable) as its high rate of fire can quickly destroy infection forms while still being potent enough to destroy the combat forms.


The Sniper Rifle is ineffective against the combat forms and will not kill them. The Shotgun, on the other hand, is the best choice against Flood Forms, as it usually finishes them off in one or two shots, especially Combat or Carrier Forms. On lower difficulties, Shotgun ammo is almost always available.
The Sniper Rifle is ineffective against the combat forms and will not kill them. The Shotgun, on the other hand, is the best choice against Flood Forms, as it usually finishes them off in one or two shots, especially Combat or Carrier Forms. On lower difficulties, Shotgun ammo is almost always available.
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===Halo 2===
===Halo 2===
Dual wielding [[SMGs]] and other dual-wielding weapons has proven to be very effective, as well as the [[Sentinel Beam]], [[M90 Close Assault Weapon System#M90 Mk II|Shotgun]] and [[Energy Sword]]. [[Plasma Pistols]], however, are the least useful. Dual-wielding [[Plasma Rifle]]s, and aiming at the arms of the Flood is more than enough to rip them apart easily. The arms will come off quickly and therefore leave the combat form, quite literally, unarmed. They will waddle about and explode after a few seconds. There is also a way of killing combat forms in one shot. On the chest, you can see the infection form's tentacles waving about. This is where the infection form has burrowed. Shoot the infection form, and unless the combat form is utilizing shields, the combat form will die.
Dual wielding [[SMGs]] and other dual-wielding weapons has proven to be very effective, as well as the [[Sentinel Beam]], M90 shotgun and [[Energy Sword]]. [[Plasma Pistols]], however, are the least useful. Dual-wielding [[Plasma Rifle]]s, and aiming at the arms of the Flood is more than enough to rip them apart easily. The arms will come off quickly and therefore leave the combat form, quite literally, unarmed. They will waddle about and explode after a few seconds. There is also a way of killing combat forms in one shot. On the chest, you can see the infection form's tentacles waving about. This is where the infection form has burrowed. Shoot the infection form, and unless the combat form is utilizing shields, the combat form will die.


The SMG is also an excellent weapon against the Flood, as long as ammo is in large supply. Also effective is the [[BR55 Battle Rifle]], as aiming for the Infection Form in the chest of a Combat Form will kill the Infection Form controlling it in a single burst. It is often a good idea to use the [[Brute Shot]]'s melee, as it will have the same effect as an Energy sword on Combat Forms; it will destroy the body and prevent Infection Forms from reanimating it. If you don't have access to an Energy Sword or a brute shot, you can pick up a gun you don't need and use it to shoot the dead flood's arms off. Now it doesn't matter if it is resurected because it can not harm you. For one of the best combos, use Dual [[SMG]]s for Combat and Infection Forms, and keep a [[M90 Close Assault Weapon System#M90 Mk II|Shotgun]] in reserve. Another highly effective combo is to carry a [[BR55 Battle Rifle|Battle Rifle]] for engaging the Flood at long ranges and carrying a [[M90 Close Assault Weapon System#M90 Mk II|Shotgun]] for when you don't have enough time to be precise with your aim. A good strategy on The Oracle is to dual wield a pair of [[Needlers]], you can usually do this without running out of ammo. Also, don't let the infection forms touch you if you have no shields; otherwise, they will kill you instantly.
The SMG is also an excellent weapon against the Flood, as long as ammo is in large supply. Also effective is the [[BR55 Battle Rifle]], as aiming for the Infection Form in the chest of a Combat Form will kill the Infection Form controlling it in a single burst. It is often a good idea to use the [[Brute Shot]]'s melee, as it will have the same effect as an Energy sword on Combat Forms; it will destroy the body and prevent Infection Forms from reanimating it. If you don't have access to an Energy Sword or a brute shot, you can pick up a gun you don't need and use it to shoot the dead flood's arms off. Now it doesn't matter if it is resurected because it can not harm you. For one of the best combos, use Dual [[SMG]]s for Combat and Infection Forms, and keep a M90 Shotgun in reserve. Another highly effective combo is to carry a [[BR55 Battle Rifle|Battle Rifle]] for engaging the Flood at long ranges and carrying a M90 Shotgun for when you don't have enough time to be precise with your aim. A good strategy on The Oracle is to dual wield a pair of [[Needlers]], you can usually do this without running out of ammo. Also, don't let the infection forms touch you if you have no shields; otherwise, they will kill you instantly.


===Halo 3===
===Halo 3===