User blog comment:Gundam Legilis/Faunus... inferior or superior?/@comment-10380701-20140419153012/@comment-11188061-20140419172558

I don't really understand. First, I'm pretty sure that since every Faunus are born with natural animal features, using them should be pretty natural as well. What you're suggesting is like a monkey that doesn't know how to use its tails, its unthinkable.

Next, the thought that they are a weakness. Yes, since an extra tail or horn or whatever also mean more surface area, they're theoretically easier to hit than humans. But just think about it. If I'm fighting a monkey, chances are I won't be trying to catch its nimble tail and go for the torso instead, not to mention that monkey tails are as strong as human arms. The same goes with Bull Faunus. You won't be trying to headbutt one, because their bloody horns will easily puncture your skull first. Velvet's long ears are a weakness in close combat, which is why she is a mage. She stays out of range and use her superior hearing to discern enemy locations and destroy them with long-ranged attacks. Therefore these features are always more of an advantage rather than weakness.

Moreover, they're just as smart as any humans, so without any external help, a Faunu will always be advantageous as compared to a Human.