The Rifleman is the standard infantryman and the main element of front-line assaults. Their armament allows them to be versatile in engaging enemies at both short and long range, whereby using semi-automatic fire to suppress and kill at range and controlled bursts while in closer engagements Lastly, he has the ability to plant Punji Traps for unsuspecting South Vietnam soldiers.
The Rifleman from the PAVN and Guerrilla from the NLF are the basic infantry roles that players can select. Their rifles give them the advantage on the battlefield, giving them range and an arsenal of automatic, semi-automatic, and bolt action weapons. The Punji Trap, given to the role, allows the role to place a deadly trap on soft surfaces, killing any South Vietnamese soldier who unsuspectingly steps on it. Their main role involves helping the North Vietnamese attack or defend objectives and provide main infantry support for the team. When in mass numbers, this role can be quite a threat to opposing forces, creating greater firepower and an effective team. With good communication with the squad, the team, and other roles, this role can be at its fullest use.
Characteristics
The Rifleman/Guerrilla carries a bandolier of nine SKS pouches and a bandolier for three AK-47 magazines. On his back is a rucksack along with a canteen. A pouch with two grenades is worn.
Equipment
People's Army of Vietnam
Primaries (Slot 1)
Secondaries (Slot 2)
Equipment (Slot 3)
Equipment (Slot 4)
AK-47
TT-33 (Squad Leader)
Type 67 Grenade x2
Mattock (Squad Leader)
SKS-45
PM (Squad Leader)
Punji Trap
Binoculars (Squad Leader)
National Liberation Front
Primaries (Slot 1)
Secondaries (Slot 2)
Equipment (Slot 3)
Equipment (Slot 4)
AK-47 (except AKM variant)
TT-33 (Squad Leader)
Type 67 Grenade x2
Mattock (Squad Leader)
SKS-45
PM (Squad Leader)
Punji Trap
Binoculars (Squad Leader)
M1 Carbine
Trivia
During early testings, the Rifleman / Guerrilla had a sidearm regardless of being a Squad Leader or not.
