I for one think Thorn already kicks ass. As stated in other posts, it may have flaws but it's not supposed to be a perfect gun. It is a gun you learn to use. I feel there is a definite learning curve and it's taking me se time but now Thorn is an amazing weapon as it stands. If and when Bungie wants to buff it, that is their business. Until the. In going to keep drilling Guardians in the head in Crucible matches.