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[2-1-8] The Can
Total Annihilation

[2-1-8] The Can

Learn about The Can, a heavy assault unit in Total Annihilation that requires 75 power for its laser attack. Essential for CORE players.

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Learn about The Can, a heavy assault unit in Total Annihilation that requires 75 power for its laser attack. Essential for CORE players.

The Can is armed with a massive laser that drains 75 power each time it fires. If you do not have 75 power available, The Can cannot use its laser. When using Cans, ensure you always maintain sufficient power reserves.

  • Sufficient power (75 power per shot)
Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Deploy The Can units.
  2. 2
    Ensure you have at least 75 power available for each Can to fire its laser.
  3. 3
    Back up your Cans with anti-air support and possibly tanks.
  4. 4
    Consider setting their backup behavior to 'Guard' one of the Cans to ensure they move and attack together.
  5. 5
    Deploying a radar (your minimap with nearby blips and threats marked) jammer (a device that disrupts enemy radar) with your Cans is recommended, as enemies may heavily defend if they spot Cans approaching.
Tips
  • Always remember to have enough power for The Can's laser.
  • Always back up your Cans with anti-air support and possibly tanks.
  • A radar jammer can help mask your approach.
The Can is a powerful heavy assault unit, but its effectiveness is directly tied to your power management. It is armed with a laser, not a plasma cannon as the manual might suggest.

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