Description: The defender is a counterpart of the Hunter, with the Hunters blade replaced with a bullet-proof shield to protect it. In later variants of the Hunter, it has a Tick Pod. When engaged in combat, the Hunter will forward the shield in front of itself, and fires with a machine gun. The shield can be torn off by a explosive, and makes the defender stagger momentarily.
Assists with: Deeper territory Beacons, Hunter Patrols, And spawns in military complex’s or towns.
Pros:
Bulletproof Shield
High HP
Tick Pod
Cons:
Not very agile
Noisy
Weaknesses:
A fuel cell on the back of the robot ( In more advanced variants, the fuel cell has a armor plate)
This is just a Idea that came through my head, feel free to give feedback and if you actually want this in the game.
the idea needs work because hunters usually flank , which would go against the behavior you suggest , it would need a new AI , which im sure could be done . what kind of shield do you suggest also , would this be a energy shield or a heavy metal one , both may need some consideration. this is a good idea, good post