I would agree, i see the fusion rifle as how bungie first saw the auto rifle in crucible, nearly EVERYONE is using them. and really there are at least three problems with it in Crucible that i see. Problem 1: Impact - In PvE, i wouldn't question the Impact because, against tough AI enemies, especially when the burns are active during night falls, and that rifle can be a life saver. However, during PVP, the Impact-spread ratio is rather ridiculous to the point of feeling like a cheat's weapon. In it's function, the fusion rifle is more like an energy shotgun, so i think at least halving the impact would be a good start. Problem 2: Spread - the spread of the fusion rifle is too tight for it's function as an energy shotgun, and with the impact, even a grazing shot is near fatal if NOT fatal. I would like to see bungie widen the spread a bit to get a nice wider coverage of area. Problem 3: Range - the fusion rifle is too accurate at too long a range with it's tight spread. it's basically like a sniper-shotgun. Most of the fusion rifles have a CQC range, much like the shotgun, yet they are still reaching out and taking out players at ranges similar to an auto rifle's. If bungie can address these 3 issues with the fusion rifle, i think it will be a more balanced, and reliable special weapon