Combat Roles

Class Field Guides

Every class controls the swarm differently. Compare team functions, signature tools, and learning curves before locking your loadout.

Front-line rifle specialistFull guide

Colonial Marine

Reliable damage, clear firing lanes, and a straightforward combat loop for learning squad fundamentals.

  • Rifle focus
  • Sustained fire
  • Beginner friendly
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Burst damage specialistOverview

Gunner

Turns coordinated damage windows into fast elite kills and clean wave transitions.

  • Burst damage
  • Overclock
  • Team tempo
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Area control specialistOverview

Technician

Uses deployables and control tools to reshape approaches and hold dangerous angles.

  • Turret
  • Crowd control
  • Choke points
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Combat support specialistOverview

Doc

Stabilizes the squad, manages attrition, and keeps the team effective during long missions.

  • Recovery
  • Buffs
  • Squad sustain
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Intel and ammunition supportOverview

Recon

Reveals threats, improves target focus, and protects the fireteam from resource collapse.

  • Intel
  • Ammo support
  • Target marking
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Custom endgame MarineOverview

Specialist

A flexible late-game class built around chosen tools, traits, and team needs.

  • Custom kit
  • Endgame
  • Flexible role
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FIELD NOTE / 01

Choose by team need, not damage alone

A balanced squad needs swarm control, elite damage, and resource stability. Use the role labels to cover the gaps in your fireteam.

RECOMMENDED / 02

New to the fireteam?

Start with Colonial Marine to learn spacing, target priority, and the rhythm of ability usage without a complex setup.

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