The Squaddie rank is the first primary rank of soldiers. A soldier at this rank unlocks the primary ability for their class. To achieve this rank, a Rookie needs about one kill worth of experience. New soldiers start at this rank if the New Guy training is purchased at the Officer Training School.
XCOM: Enemy Unknown / XCOM: Enemy Within[]
| Class | Abilities | Description |
|---|---|---|
 Assault |
 Run & Gun
|
Allows firing or Overwatch after Dashing on the turn Run & Gun is activated. 2 turn cooldown. |
 Heavy |
 Fire Rocket
|
Fire a rocket using an equipped launcher. This ability can not be used after moving, nor more than once per mission. |
 MEC Trooper |
 Collateral Damage
|
An area of effect attack that destroys most cover and hits all eligible targets for 34% damage. This attack cannot cause critical hits. |
 Sniper |
 Headshot
|
Fire a shot with +30% critical chance and extra damage on critical hits, based on the tech level of the sniper rifle. 2 turn cool down. |
 Support |
 Smoke Grenade
|
Deploy a smoke grenade once per mission. The smoke confers +20 Defense to all units, and lasts through the enemy turn. |