To effectively use the amplifier power, which can only be used once at a time, one must use either the Blaster or Vulcan Fury weapon so as to shoot the orb at a distance, putting themselves out of harm's way. However, it is possible to directly stand in front of an enemy, firing the orb and shooting it immediately with the Scatter Gun, followed by immediately creating another amplifier sphere. This rapid create-fire tactic allows for a large amount of damage to be put out very quickly, but is rather risky as you would have to be directly in front of the enemy.