Sniper (Allies)

Cost: 500

Health: 90

Armour: None

Speed: Slow (6m/s)

Primary Weapon: Lee-Enfield Sniper Rifle

Secondary Weapon: Binoculars

Range: 300m

Role: Anti-Infantry, Reconnaissance

Description: A member of the British Commandos, the Allied Sniper is a specialty unit, wielding a scoped Lee-Enfield bolt-action rifle. This rifle, while slow to fire, is very powerful and accurate, making it ideal for picking off enemy infantry at long range. Most infantry, with few exceptions, can be killed with as little as two shots to the centre of mass, or a single shot to the head, as long as you can skillfully lead your targets and compensate for bullet drop. Be wary of enemy vehicles, as this rifle is ineffective against them.

In addition to his weapon, the Sniper also carries binoculars which he can use to scout distant areas and mark points of interest for his comrades. Keep in mind that, as a sniper, your kit is very light and offers very little protection. You’ll need to keep your distance and stay hidden as much as possible in order to avoid getting killed; be especially wary of enemy ambushes at close range, and the well-aimed shots of enemy snipers.