Rifleman
The Rifleman is the foundation of every infantry squad, providing reliable firepower and supporting teammates throughout the battle. As one of the most versatile roles in Bellum, Riflemen are expected to follow orders, communicate effectively and work alongside their squad to complete objectives.
Success as a Rifleman comes from teamwork, positioning and staying with your squad not simply chasing eliminations.
Automatic Rifleman
The Automatic Rifleman provides sustained suppressive fire, allowing their squad to manoeuvre safely and maintain pressure on enemy positions. This role plays a key part in controlling the battlefield by limiting enemy movement and supporting friendly advances.
Success as an Automatic Rifleman comes from good positioning, controlled fire and working closely with your squad to support their movements and objectives.
Medic
The Medic plays a vital role in keeping their squad in the fight by treating wounded teammates and helping recover casualties. A skilled Medic can mean the difference between a successful assault and a squad running out of valuable lives.
Success as a Medic comes from staying aware of your surroundings, prioritizing casualties and working closely with your squad to keep everyone combat effective.
Combat Engineer
The Combat Engineer specialises in supporting the squad through construction, demolition and battlefield utility. Whether reinforcing positions or clearing obstacles, this role helps shape the battlefield to your team's advantage.
Success as a Combat Engineer comes from working closely with your squad and using your specialised equipment at the right time.
Grenadier
The Grenadier provides additional firepower by engaging enemies behind cover and supporting the squad with explosive munitions. This role is ideal for disrupting enemy positions and creating opportunities for friendly forces to advance.
Effective Grenadiers use their equipment with precision while coordinating closely with their squad to maximise its impact.
Marksman
The Marksman provides accurate, long-range fire in support of their squad, engaging priority targets and covering advancing teammates. While capable at extended distances, the Marksman remains an integral part of the squad and should avoid operating independently.
Success as a Marksman comes from precision, patience and maintaining close coordination with your squad.
Squad Leader
The Squad Leader is responsible for leading their squad, coordinating movements and ensuring objectives are completed efficiently. They act as the link between their squad and the wider team, making tactical decisions and communicating with other leaders throughout the match.
A successful Squad Leader leads by example, communicates clearly and keeps their squad organised, informed and working together toward victory.
Platoon Commander
The Platoon Commander oversees the coordination of multiple squads, directing the overall strategy and ensuring the team works together towards a common objective. Through effective communication and decisive leadership, they help maintain organisation across the entire battlefield.
Success as a Platoon Commander comes from strong decision-making, clear communication and the ability to adapt to changing battlefield conditions.
Recon Team
Recon Teams specialise in gathering intelligence, observing enemy movements and providing valuable information to the rest of the platoon. Their role is to scout ahead, identify threats and support the team's overall strategy without drawing unnecessary attention.
Success as a Recon Team comes from patience, stealth and accurate reporting, allowing the platoon to make informed tactical decisions.