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Gears of War 3

NEW ENEMY (18)

Learn how to defeat the Mauler, a close-range Boomer enemy in Gears of War 3, and strategies for other enemies like Elite Therons.

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Learn how to defeat the Mauler, a close-range Boomer enemy in Gears of War 3, and strategies for other enemies like Elite Therons.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    In the maintenance bay, eliminate the Mauler first. It is a close-range Boomer enemy that attacks with a lance that has an explosive tip.
  2. 2
    The Mauler will attempt to use a Boom-Shield (explosive shield) for cover (press the cover button to crouch behind walls or objects), but you can still hit its back and feet.
  3. 3
    After dealing with the Mauler, continue through the area, killing other Locust enemies.
  4. 4
    Reach the rotor objective. Look behind you to find the loader needed to move the rotor.
  5. 5
    Step on the pressure points to open the hangar doors and return outside.
  6. 6
    Prepare for an attack involving Elite Therons, Grenadiers, Wretches, another Mauler, and a Reaver.
  7. 7
    Hide the loader behind the first piece of cover you see.
  8. 8
    Exit the loader and engage the attacking enemies.
  9. 9
    Step on the final two switches to end the chapter.
  10. 10
    In the next area, Elite Therons will attack from above, while a Grinder and a Boomer attack below near Anya and Jace.
  11. 11
    Kill the Theron and pick up its Torque Bow, as you will need it.
  12. 12
    Assist your teammates against the Grinder and Boomer without using the Torque Bow yet.
  13. 13
    Area #2 requires you to fight on the lower level while Anya and Jace are above. You will face more Therons and a Boomer with limited cover near the door.
  14. 14
    Use your spotting move (marking enemies for teammates) effectively to make this section easier.
  15. 15
    Once the enemies on the bottom level are defeated, proceed upstairs. Do not go downstairs yet.
  16. 16
    Inside the office in front of you, you will find a Vulcan Cannon. Below, a large number of Boomers, Grinders, Therons, and Shriekers will attack.
Tips
  • Maulers are strictly close-range enemies; keep your distance to avoid their explosive lance attacks.
  • Even when a Mauler uses its Boom-Shield (explosive shield), its back and feet remain vulnerable.
  • Use cover effectively when facing large groups of enemies.
  • The Torque Bow is a powerful weapon obtained from an Elite Theron and can be crucial in later encounters.
  • Spotting enemies can significantly help your team in Gears of War 3.

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