Lead Operator

Unit Highlights
Lead Operators are required to head a Special Forces Fireteam.  *   * May be substituted with a Lead Heavy Operator or compatible Hero  
 * Main Function :
 * Create and Manage a Fireteam
 * Fireteam may consist of up to 4 additional members
 * Available fireteam members : Heavy Operators, Operators, Preservers & Marksman
 * Primary Attacks :
 * Weapon : Assault Rifle
 * Medium Damage
 * Fires in Short Bursts
 * Single Target
 * Both Ground an Air
 * Move and Shoot ability
 * Damage penetrates through Invulnerability Shields ( [[File:InvulnerabilityShield-ICON-Blue.png]] )
 * Up to 50% Damage will penetrate through shielded units.

Update History

 * The Lead Operator became available to be placed in any Lv 9+ Bunkers in the Game Update of Oct 01, 2015.
 * The Lead Operator became available for Unit Promotion in the Game Update of Sep 14, 2015.
 * The Lead Operator increased it Maximum Purchase during the Special Event : Covenant  ( Apr 23, 2015 ) 
 * The Lead Operator was introduced via the Event Shop during the Special Event : Genesis  ( Mar 19, 2015 ) 


 * No Further Updates

Additional Facts

 * The Lead Operator is upgraded via Veteran Experience ( vXP )
 * vXP Rates ( Percentage of Damage awarded as vXP ) :
 * 50% of Damage Dealt
 * 50% of Damage Received
 * The Lead Operator may be place in any type of Level 9+ Bunker.
 * The Lead Operator is able to shoot on move ONLY when facing on target.
 * For a full comparison with other Special Forces see Special Forces.

Trivia

 * The Lead Operator purchase limit was raised from 8 to 12 during Covenant.
 * The Lead Operator had no hold period in the Event Shop.
 * The Lead Operator at Rank 20 requires 1 minute of Repairs for every approximately 8,077 Damage it sustains.
 * Pixel Sheet Code : 125

Firsts & Records

 * War Commander First :
 * First Special Forces Class Unit to be introduced -  ( 3 Tie ) Lead Operator, Operator & Heavy Operator  
 * First Special Forces Class Unit to have a Hero version -  Sheila  
 * Event Shop First :
 * First Special Forces Class Unit to be offered in Event Shop -  ( 3 Tie ) Lead Operator, Operator & Heavy Operator  

Quotes
"Lead Operators head a Special Forces team. Add them to a platoon and add other Special Forces units to their team to create a powerful force. ( Max purchasable : 8 )"

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