The Major rank is the sixth rank for soldiers. Unlike most ranks, this rank only has one ability to unlock. Having a soldier at this rank allows the purchase of New Guy and Iron Will at the Officer Training School.
Abilities at this rank
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| Class | Abilities | Description |
|---|---|---|
 Assault |  Extra Conditioning
| Confers bonus health based on what type of armor is equipped. Heavier armor increases the bonus. |
 Heavy |  Will to Survive
| Reduces normal damage taken by 2 if in cover and not flanked. |
 MEC Trooper |  Overdrive
| Firing the MEC's primary weapon as the first action no longer ends the turn. |
 Sniper |  Low Profile
| Makes partial cover count as full. |
 Support |  Deep Pockets
| XCOM: Enemy Unknown: Confers an additional item slot in inventory. XCOM: Enemy Within: Grants one additional use of most limited-use items in the soldier's inventory. |
TriviaEdit
- The XCOM Major rank insignia closely resembles the "winged dagger" badge (actually supposed to be flame-wreathed Excalibur) of the famed Special Air Service of Britain.
