Quote Originally Posted by Hullukko View Post
.And just to correct, GigaBits probably meant "less dps = less aggro".
I think he meant base damage > DPS in the aggro calculation. You've already outlined the reasons so I won't repeat them other than to reiterate that higher healing also factors into the aggro so a higher base damage weapon increases aggro from damage and aggro from healing.

Using a pistol/shield will reduce your damage and healing so I guess it's a personal play style choice. You shouldn't need it in the first 3 runs in Sloucho IMHO. I see how it would come in handy in the last two when the mobs get stronger, but a good team shouldn't need it.