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DjinnFor: /* Stormtrooper */

2021-10-14T22:03:36Z

Stormtrooper

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	\|TSG={{Executioner (Long War)}}		\|TSG={{Executioner (Long War)}}
	\|GSG={{Bring Em On (Long War)}}		\|GSG={{Bring Em On (Long War)}}
	\|MSG={{Vital Point Targeting (Long War)}} or {{~~Extreme~~ Conditioning (Long War)}}		\|MSG={{Vital Point Targeting (Long War)}} or {{Extra Conditioning (Long War)}}
	\|Boost=+2 aim, +2 will		\|Boost=+2 aim, +2 will
	\|Strength=great mix of utility and damage		\|Strength=great mix of utility and damage

DjinnFor: /* Covert Operative */

2021-10-14T22:03:00Z

Covert Operative

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	\|TSG={{ Executioner (Long War)}} or {{Resilience (Long War)}}		\|TSG={{ Executioner (Long War)}} or {{Resilience (Long War)}}
	\|GSG={{ Sprinter (Long War)}}		\|GSG={{ Sprinter (Long War)}}
	\|MSG={{ Extra Conditioning (Long War)}}		\|MSG={{ Extra Conditioning (Long War)}} or {{Lightning Reflexes (Long War)}}
	\|Boost=+6 aim, +11 will, +1 mobility		\|Boost=+6 aim, +11 will, +1 mobility
	\|Strength=Run and Gun gives clutch mobility, can pick off weakened enemies easily, doesn’t need to carry Alien Trophy		\|Strength=Run and Gun gives clutch mobility, can pick off weakened enemies easily, doesn’t need to carry Alien Trophy

DjinnFor: /* Covert Operative */

2021-10-14T22:02:41Z

Covert Operative

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	\|CPL={{ Ranger (Long War)}}		\|CPL={{ Ranger (Long War)}}
	\|SGT={{ Hit And Run (Long War)}}		\|SGT={{ Hit And Run (Long War)}}
	\|TSG={{ Executioner (Long War)}}		\|TSG={{ Executioner (Long War)}} or {{Resilience (Long War)}}
	\|GSG={{ Sprinter (Long War)}}		\|GSG={{ Sprinter (Long War)}}
	\|MSG={{ Extra Conditioning (Long War)}}		\|MSG={{ Extra Conditioning (Long War)}}
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	\|Loadout=Reinforced Armor, other tank items, Alien Trophy		\|Loadout=Reinforced Armor, other tank items, Alien Trophy
	\|Power Ranks=CPL and MSG for tanking, SGT for shotgun brawling		\|Power Ranks=CPL and MSG for tanking, SGT for shotgun brawling
	\|Description=The two main classes that generally perform well as Covert Operatives are scouts and assaults. Assault operatives are effective at contributing finishing damage in fights and utilizing Run and Gun for massive bursts of speed toward transmitters. Executioner can be dropped for Resilience for a bit more tank in the event the operative is ever shot at, and Extra Conditioning can be dropped for Lightning Reflexes if you want overwatch ~~safety~~.		\|Description=The two main classes that generally perform well as Covert Operatives are scouts and assaults. Assault operatives are effective at contributing finishing damage in fights and utilizing Run and Gun for massive bursts of speed toward transmitters. Executioner can be dropped for Resilience for a bit more tank in the event the operative is ever shot at, and Extra Conditioning can be dropped for Lightning Reflexes if you want safety vs. overwatch.
	\|Strategic Analysis=Good use of motion scanners is key to keeping this operative out of danger. Run and Gun is very useful sometimes for a needed burst of speed to hit a transmitter, but try to save it for only when you truly need it. Try to spoonfeed kills whenever possible, especially on Data Recovery missions.		\|Strategic Analysis=Good use of motion scanners is key to keeping this operative out of danger. Run and Gun is very useful sometimes for a needed burst of speed to hit a transmitter, but try to save it for only when you truly need it. Try to spoonfeed kills whenever possible, especially on Data Recovery missions.
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DjinnFor: /* Stormtrooper */

2021-09-28T08:46:28Z

Stormtrooper

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	===Stormtrooper===		===Stormtrooper===
	{{Class Build (Long War)\|		{{Class Build (Long War)\|
	\|LCL={{ Flush (Long War)}}		\|LCL={{Flush (Long War)}} or {{Close Combat Specialist (Long War)}}
	\|CPL={{ Aggression (Long War)}}		\|CPL={{Aggression (Long War)}}
	\|SGT={{ Hit And Run (Long War)}}		\|SGT={{Hit And Run (Long War)}}
	\|TSG={{ Executioner (Long War)}}		\|TSG={{Executioner (Long War)}}
	\|GSG={{ Bring Em On (Long War)}}		\|GSG={{Bring Em On (Long War)}}
	\|MSG={{ Vital Point Targeting (Long War)}}		\|MSG={{Vital Point Targeting (Long War)}} or {{Extreme Conditioning (Long War)}}
	\|Boost=+2 aim, +2 will		\|Boost=+2 aim, +2 will
	\|Strength=great mix of utility and damage		\|Strength=great mix of utility and damage
	\|Weakness=requires tech and soldier development to unlock build's potential		\|Weakness=requires tech and soldier development to unlock build's potential
	\|Battles=All		\|Battles=All
	\|Loadout=Gauss Stuttergun, Shredder Ammo, situational items		\|Loadout=Gauss Stuttergun, Shredder Ammo, Targeting Module, situational items
	\|Power Ranks=SGT for performance, GSGT for damage		\|Power Ranks=SGT for performance, GSGT for damage
	\|Description=This build is enabled by the Gauss Stuttergun (with upgraded ammo from Ammo Conservation). Although shotguns are the usual weapons associated with Assaults, SMG-type weapons make for a good alternative owing to their Mobility boost, which creates more opportunites to flank. Unfortunately, at the start of the game SMGs are severely limited by their low ammunition (2), poor base damage, and poor crit rate. However, tech progress and soldier promotions change the picture significantly. With Ammo Conservation, the Gauss Stuttergun now has twice as much ammunition (4) and base damage that is only 17% worse than the Assault Rifle equivalent at the same tech. Aggression and Executioner compensate for the lack of base crit rate, resulting in a mobile soldier that can contribute in all types of engagement. (At MSGT, VPT can be dropped for Extra Conditioning for a more survivable soldier.)		\|Description=This build is enabled by the Gauss Stuttergun (with upgraded ammo from Ammo Conservation). Although shotguns are the usual weapons associated with Assaults, SMG-type weapons make for a good alternative owing to their Mobility boost, which creates more opportunites to flank. Unfortunately, at the start of the game SMGs are severely limited by their low ammunition (2), poor base damage, and poor crit rate. However, tech progress and soldier promotions change the picture significantly. With Ammo Conservation, the Gauss Stuttergun now has twice as much ammunition (4) and base damage that is only 17% worse than the Assault Rifle equivalent at the same tech. Aggression and Executioner compensate for the lack of base crit rate, resulting in a mobile soldier that can contribute in all types of engagement. (At MSGT, VPT can be dropped for Extra Conditioning for a more survivable soldier.)

DjinnFor: /* Tank Psi Assault */

2021-09-28T08:15:22Z

Tank Psi Assault

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	\|Power Ranks=CPL and MSG for tanking, SGT and GSG for shotgun brawling		\|Power Ranks=CPL and MSG for tanking, SGT and GSG for shotgun brawling
	\|Description=A durable, tanky assault for early-mid game, especially before you get MECs. With the right build and equipment, can be about as good as MECs at tanking even in the lategame while also being a lot cheaper to field, though MECs can bring flamethrowers for CC as well as significantly higher base damage. Perks also provide plenty of bonus will to make a good psi soldier later in the game. Close Combat Specialist can be dropped for Steadfast if you want max will gain and a freed up item slot in exchange for less shotgun brawling potential, however late game psi units will likely want to carry a Mind Shield which grants Steadfast anyways. Sprinter is very important to allow flexible use of Titan Armor and/or heavy tank items without needing Walker Servos.		\|Description=A durable, tanky assault for early-mid game, especially before you get MECs. With the right build and equipment, can be about as good as MECs at tanking even in the lategame while also being a lot cheaper to field, though MECs can bring flamethrowers for CC as well as significantly higher base damage. Perks also provide plenty of bonus will to make a good psi soldier later in the game. Close Combat Specialist can be dropped for Steadfast if you want max will gain and a freed up item slot in exchange for less shotgun brawling potential, however late game psi units will likely want to carry a Mind Shield which grants Steadfast anyways. Sprinter is very important to allow flexible use of Titan Armor and/or heavy tank items without needing Walker Servos.
	\|Strategic Analysis=Assaults tank by baiting attacks towards them by dropping their Defense as low as possible while increasing their DR and HP as high as possible. The AIs targeting priority is roughly as follows: #1 potential one shot kills (including but not limited to flanks), #2 flank shots (even if unlikely to kill), #3 groups of 2 or more they can grenade/acid spit, #4 foes using suppression that they can get LoS on, and #5 the highest accuracy shot they have. You must avoid presenting them with #1, #2, #3, and #4 with good play and positioning (LMG squadsight suppression is good here if you want to use an assault tank while also using Suppression), then drop your defense ~~as low as possible~~ in order to be the main target for #5. 0 or worse ~~starting~~ defense and Reinforced Armor ~~(-6)~~ are essential, and the Psi ability Distortion Field (+10 def to nearby allies except the Assault) is useful as well. You should also be in low cover as well, unless all of your allies are in high cover or outside line-of-sight. Stack Will to Survive (perk), Cover (low or high), Fortiores Una (officer perk), Iron Skin (gene mod), Reinforced Armor (item), and Titan Armor (armor) for 5.3-7.5 flat DR; you can optionally add Psi Screen (item), and/or Mind Merge (psi perk) on top of this for up to ~11 flat DR. This build should always be fitted out with a shotgun, its massive range bonus in close proximity make starting aim and aim perks unnecessary even when firing at enemies in cover. If you know there are several pods left on the map you may want to refrain from using Run and Gun for fear of activating them; instead simply holding ground, tanking fire, and crowd controlling or supporting with psi abilities while the rest of the squad dispatches of the first wave of enemies. Once the map has been at least partially cleared, the assault can be unleashed mop up stragglers with extreme prejudice.		\|Strategic Analysis=Assaults tank by baiting attacks towards them by dropping their Defense as low as possible while increasing their flat DR and HP as high as possible. The AIs targeting priority is roughly as follows: #1 potential one shot kills (including but not limited to flanks), #2 flank shots (even if unlikely to kill), #3 groups of 2 or more they can grenade/acid spit, #4 foes using suppression that they can get LoS on, and #5 the highest accuracy shot they have. You must avoid presenting them with #1, #2, #3, and #4 with good play and positioning (LMG squadsight suppression is good here if you want to use an assault tank while also using Suppression), then drop your defense lower than all nearby allies in order to be the main target for #5. 0 (or worse) base defense and Reinforced Armor are essential here, and the Psi ability Distortion Field (+10 def to nearby allies except the Assault) is useful as well. You should also be in low cover as well, unless all of your allies are in high cover or outside line-of-sight. Stack Will to Survive (perk), Cover (low or high), Fortiores Una (officer perk), Iron Skin (gene mod), Reinforced Armor (item), and Titan Armor (armor) for 5.3-7.5 flat DR depending on the circumstance; you can optionally add Psi Screen (item), and/or Mind Merge (psi perk) on top of this for up to ~11 flat DR. This build should always be fitted out with a shotgun, its massive range bonus in close proximity make starting aim and aim perks unnecessary even when firing at enemies in cover. If you know there are several pods left on the map you may want to refrain from using Run and Gun for fear of activating them; instead simply holding ground, tanking fire, and crowd controlling or supporting with psi abilities while the rest of the squad dispatches of the first wave of enemies. Once the map has been at least partially cleared, the assault can be unleashed mop up stragglers with extreme prejudice.
	}}		}}

DjinnFor: /* Tank Psi Assault */

2021-09-28T08:13:19Z

Tank Psi Assault

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	===Tank Psi Assault===		===Tank Psi Assault===
	{{Class Build (Long War)\|		{{Class Build (Long War)\|
	\|LCL={{ Close Combat Specialist (Long War)}}		\|LCL={{ Close Combat Specialist (Long War)}} or {{Steadfast (Long War)}}
	\|CPL={{ Will To Survive (Long War)}}		\|CPL={{ Will To Survive (Long War)}}
	\|SGT={{ Close Encounters (Long War)}}		\|SGT={{ Close Encounters (Long War)}}
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	\|GSG={{ Sprinter (Long War)}}		\|GSG={{ Sprinter (Long War)}}
	\|MSG={{ Extra Conditioning (Long War)}}		\|MSG={{ Extra Conditioning (Long War)}}
	\|Boost=+10 will, +~~1 mobility~~		\|Boost=+10-15 will, +4 Aim, +4 Mobility
	\|Strength=very tanky, good will for psi training		\|Strength=very tanky, good will for psi training
	\|Weakness=must get close with shotgun to attack reliably		\|Weakness=must get close with shotgun to attack reliably
	\|Battles=All		\|Battles=All
	\|Loadout=Reinforced Armor, ~~other tank items~~, Alien Trophy		\|Loadout=Reinforced Armor, Alloy Plating/Chitin Plating/Impact Vest, Alien Trophy/Mind Shield/Psi Screen
	\|Power Ranks=CPL and MSG for tanking, SGT for shotgun brawling		\|Power Ranks=CPL and MSG for tanking, SGT and GSG for shotgun brawling
	\|Description=A durable, tanky assault for early-mid game, especially before you get MECs ~~(which will take over~~ the tanking ~~role)~~. Perks also provide plenty of bonus will to make a good psi soldier later in the game. Close Combat Specialist can be dropped for Steadfast if you want max will gain and a freed up item slot in exchange for less shotgun brawling potential, however late game psi units will want to carry a ~~mind shield~~ which grants ~~steadfast~~ anyways. Sprinter is very important to allow flexible use of Titan Armor and/or heavy tank items without needing Walker Servos.		\|Description=A durable, tanky assault for early-mid game, especially before you get MECs. With the right build and equipment, can be about as good as MECs at tanking even in the lategame while also being a lot cheaper to field, though MECs can bring flamethrowers for CC as well as significantly higher base damage. Perks also provide plenty of bonus will to make a good psi soldier later in the game. Close Combat Specialist can be dropped for Steadfast if you want max will gain and a freed up item slot in exchange for less shotgun brawling potential, however late game psi units will likely want to carry a Mind Shield which grants Steadfast anyways. Sprinter is very important to allow flexible use of Titan Armor and/or heavy tank items without needing Walker Servos.
	\|Strategic Analysis=This build should always be fitted out with a shotgun, its massive range bonus in close proximity make aim perks unnecessary even when firing at enemies in cover. If you know there are several pods left on the map you may want to refrain from using Run and Gun for fear of activating them; instead simply holding ground, tanking fire, and crowd controlling with psi abilities while the rest of the squad dispatches of the first wave of enemies. Once the map has been at least partially cleared, the assault can be unleashed mop up stragglers with extreme prejudice.		\|Strategic Analysis=Assaults tank by baiting attacks towards them by dropping their Defense as low as possible while increasing their DR and HP as high as possible. The AIs targeting priority is roughly as follows: #1 potential one shot kills (including but not limited to flanks), #2 flank shots (even if unlikely to kill), #3 groups of 2 or more they can grenade/acid spit, #4 foes using suppression that they can get LoS on, and #5 the highest accuracy shot they have. You must avoid presenting them with #1, #2, #3, and #4 with good play and positioning (LMG squadsight suppression is good here if you want to use an assault tank while also using Suppression), then drop your defense as low as possible in order to be the main target for #5. 0 or worse starting defense and Reinforced Armor (-6) are essential, and the Psi ability Distortion Field (+10 def to nearby allies except the Assault) is useful as well. You should also be in low cover as well, unless all of your allies are in high cover or outside line-of-sight. Stack Will to Survive (perk), Cover (low or high), Fortiores Una (officer perk), Iron Skin (gene mod), Reinforced Armor (item), and Titan Armor (armor) for 5.3-7.5 flat DR; you can optionally add Psi Screen (item), and/or Mind Merge (psi perk) on top of this for up to ~11 flat DR. This build should always be fitted out with a shotgun, its massive range bonus in close proximity make starting aim and aim perks unnecessary even when firing at enemies in cover. If you know there are several pods left on the map you may want to refrain from using Run and Gun for fear of activating them; instead simply holding ground, tanking fire, and crowd controlling or supporting with psi abilities while the rest of the squad dispatches of the first wave of enemies. Once the map has been at least partially cleared, the assault can be unleashed mop up stragglers with extreme prejudice.
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Pac230 at 17:20, 2 June 2021

2021-06-02T17:20:09Z

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	\|Battles=All		\|Battles=All
	\|Loadout=Gauss Stuttergun, Shredder Ammo, situational items		\|Loadout=Gauss Stuttergun, Shredder Ammo, situational items
	\|Power Ranks=SGT for ~~damage~~, ~~GSG~~ for ~~mobility~~		\|Power Ranks=SGT for performance, GSGT for damage
	\|Description=This build is enabled by the Gauss Stuttergun (with upgraded ammo from Ammo Conservation). Although shotguns are the usual weapons associated with Assaults, SMG-type weapons make for a good alternative owing to their Mobility boost, which creates more opportunites to flank. Unfortunately, at the start of the game SMGs are severely limited by their low ammunition (2), poor base damage, and poor crit rate. However, tech progress and soldier promotions change the picture significantly. With Ammo Conservation, the Gauss Stuttergun now has twice as much ammunition (4) and base damage that is only 17% worse than the Assault Rifle equivalent at the same tech. Aggression and Executioner compensate for the lack of base crit rate, resulting in a mobile soldier that can contribute in all types of engagement. (At MSGT, VPT can be dropped for Extra Conditioning for a more survivable soldier.)		\|Description=This build is enabled by the Gauss Stuttergun (with upgraded ammo from Ammo Conservation). Although shotguns are the usual weapons associated with Assaults, SMG-type weapons make for a good alternative owing to their Mobility boost, which creates more opportunites to flank. Unfortunately, at the start of the game SMGs are severely limited by their low ammunition (2), poor base damage, and poor crit rate. However, tech progress and soldier promotions change the picture significantly. With Ammo Conservation, the Gauss Stuttergun now has twice as much ammunition (4) and base damage that is only 17% worse than the Assault Rifle equivalent at the same tech. Aggression and Executioner compensate for the lack of base crit rate, resulting in a mobile soldier that can contribute in all types of engagement. (At MSGT, VPT can be dropped for Extra Conditioning for a more survivable soldier.)
	\|Strategic Analysis=Before Stutterguns, an SMG should not be used: take a Shotgun or Assault Rifle instead as you see fit. Also note that, even with flanks and Aggression, this build will rarely manage to get guaranteed 100% crits (100% to-hit rates can't be assured either!). It should be used early in a turn, with other soldiers available to follow up and take advantage of its success, or compensate for its failures.		\|Strategic Analysis=Before Stutterguns, an SMG should not be used: take a Shotgun or Assault Rifle instead as you see fit. Also note that, even with flanks and Aggression, this build will rarely manage to get guaranteed 100% crits (100% to-hit rates can't be assured either!). It should be used early in a turn, with other soldiers available to follow up and take advantage of its success, or compensate for its failures.

Pac230 at 21:00, 9 May 2021

2021-05-09T21:00:07Z

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	\|Boost=N/A		\|Boost=N/A
	\|Strength=high dmg output, great mobility		\|Strength=high dmg output, great mobility
	\|Weakness=~~vulnerable if EXALT ever gets to shoot back~~ or ~~uses their explosives~~		\|Weakness=limited effectiveness at long-range, and vs flying and/or armoured targets
	\|Battles=Covert Extractions and Data Recoveries, Terror missions		\|Battles=Covert Extractions and Data Recoveries, Terror missions
	\|Loadout=Hi Cap Mags, armor plating or Alien Trophy, machine pistol and shotgun		\|Loadout=Hi Cap Mags, armor plating or Alien Trophy, machine pistol and shotgun

Pac230: Ditto: Anti-EXALT

2021-05-02T05:12:58Z

Ditto: Anti-EXALT

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	\|Loadout=Hi Cap Mags, armor plating or Alien Trophy, machine pistol and shotgun		\|Loadout=Hi Cap Mags, armor plating or Alien Trophy, machine pistol and shotgun
	\|Power Ranks=SGT for dmg, GSG for mobility		\|Power Ranks=SGT for dmg, GSG for mobility
	\|Description=EXALT come in large numbers, and often have fairly high Health, but should be unable to fire on most turns and have no damage resistance. All this makes Assaults of this type the best possible source of damage per turn against them. On Data Recovery missions ~~assaults~~ with this build supported by a few other soldiers should ~~effortlessly rip and tear through~~ the enemy, often not even giving them a single turn of effective fire. The build can also be effective on Terror missions, with CCS coming into its own against Chrysalids and Zombies and lack of tank not usually being a major concern due to the alien AI’s tendency to shoot at civilians whenever possible. Resilience can be dropped for Executioner if you aren’t worried about any retaliatory fire and want to maximize damage dealing instead.		\|Description=EXALT come in large numbers, and often have fairly high Health, but should be unable to fire on most turns and have no damage resistance. All this makes Assaults of this type the best possible source of damage per turn against them. On Data Recovery missions two or three Assaults with this build, supported by a few other soldiers, including some with Overwatch builds, should make short work of the enemy, often not even giving them a single turn of effective fire. The build can also be effective on Terror missions, with CCS coming into its own against Chrysalids and Zombies.
	\|Strategic Analysis=The plan is simple: charge headlong into EXALT positions and blast them apart while the comm hack prevents them from fighting back. After using Run and Gun to close the initial gap, take aggressive Hit and Run flanks to kill at least two EXALT per turn. Keep in mind you can use the Ranger boosted machine pistol to hit long range flanks. EXALT love to dash toward the “hack zones” presented by the Encoder and Relay, so position your Assault accordingly to punish them with CCS shotgun blasts whenever you can.		\|Strategic Analysis=The plan is simple: charge headlong into EXALT positions and blast them apart while the comm hack prevents them from fighting back. After using Run and Gun to close the initial gap, take aggressive Hit and Run flanks to kill at least two EXALT per turn. Keep in mind you can use the Ranger-boosted machine pistol to hit long range flanks. EXALT love to dash toward the “hack zones” presented by the Encoder and Relay, so position your Assault accordingly to punish them with CCS shotgun blasts whenever you can.
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Pac230: Fixing up odd changes to Stormtrooper build (build does not use Sprinter!!)

2021-05-02T05:06:02Z

Fixing up odd changes to Stormtrooper build (build does not use Sprinter!!)

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	\|SGT={{ Hit And Run (Long War)}}		\|SGT={{ Hit And Run (Long War)}}
	\|TSG={{ Executioner (Long War)}}		\|TSG={{ Executioner (Long War)}}
	\|GSG={{ ~~Sprinter~~ (Long War)}}		\|GSG={{ Bring Em On (Long War)}}
	\|MSG={{ Vital Point Targeting (Long War)}}		\|MSG={{ Vital Point Targeting (Long War)}}
	\|Boost=+2 aim, +2 will		\|Boost=+2 aim, +2 will
	\|Strength=great mix of utility and damage		\|Strength=great mix of utility and damage
	\|Weakness=~~burns through ammo quickly, lacks raw power of traditional shotgun assaults~~		\|Weakness=requires tech and soldier development to unlock build's potential
	\|Battles=All		\|Battles=All
	\|Loadout=~~SMG or Carbine~~, Shredder Ammo~~, Hi Cap Mags~~, situational items		\|Loadout=Gauss Stuttergun, Shredder Ammo, situational items
	\|Power Ranks=SGT for damage, GSG for mobility		\|Power Ranks=SGT for damage, GSG for mobility
	\|Description=This build is enabled by the Gauss Stuttergun (with upgraded ammo from Ammo Conservation). Although shotguns are the usual weapons associated with Assaults, SMG-type weapons make for a good alternative owing to their Mobility boost, which creates more opportunites to flank. Unfortunately, at the start of the game ~~they~~ are severely limited by their low ammunition (2), poor base damage, and poor crit rate. However, tech progress and soldier promotions change the picture significantly. With Ammo Conservation, the Gauss Stuttergun now has twice as much ammunition (4) and base damage that is only 17% worse than the Assault Rifle equivalent at the same tech. ~~Carbines~~ can ~~also be used if you value the ammo and aim bonus over mobility~~. ~~Sprinter can be dropped for Bring Em On if you want more damage rather than more mobility~~, ~~and~~ VPT can be dropped for Extra Conditioning ~~if you want~~ more ~~durability~~.		\|Description=This build is enabled by the Gauss Stuttergun (with upgraded ammo from Ammo Conservation). Although shotguns are the usual weapons associated with Assaults, SMG-type weapons make for a good alternative owing to their Mobility boost, which creates more opportunites to flank. Unfortunately, at the start of the game SMGs are severely limited by their low ammunition (2), poor base damage, and poor crit rate. However, tech progress and soldier promotions change the picture significantly. With Ammo Conservation, the Gauss Stuttergun now has twice as much ammunition (4) and base damage that is only 17% worse than the Assault Rifle equivalent at the same tech. Aggression and Executioner compensate for the lack of base crit rate, resulting in a mobile soldier that can contribute in all types of engagement. (At MSGT, VPT can be dropped for Extra Conditioning for a more survivable soldier.)
	\|Strategic Analysis=Before Stutterguns, an SMG should not be used: take a Shotgun or Assault Rifle instead as you see fit. Flush with shredder ammo synergizes extremely well with Overwatch specialized squadmates for nearly guaranteed oneshot kill combos on most aliens. Hit and Run flanks or shots against exposed enemies are also devastating. Make sure you keep track of your ammo (which goes away very quickly between HnR and Flush) and try to reload whenever possible. Also note that, even with flanks and Aggression~~, and relying on crits for its high damage rate~~, this build will rarely manage to get guaranteed 100% crits (100% to-hit rates can't be assured either!). It should be used early in a turn, with other soldiers available to follow up and take advantage of its success, or compensate for its failures.		\|Strategic Analysis=Before Stutterguns, an SMG should not be used: take a Shotgun or Assault Rifle instead as you see fit. Also note that, even with flanks and Aggression, this build will rarely manage to get guaranteed 100% crits (100% to-hit rates can't be assured either!). It should be used early in a turn, with other soldiers available to follow up and take advantage of its success, or compensate for its failures.
	}}		}}