Glory To The Heroes Roles Guide — All 10 Classes
In Glory To The Heroes, choosing the right role is as important as your aim. This glory to the heroes roles guide covers every playable class, their unique battlefield responsibilities, equipment, and how each role fits into the larger squad-based combined arms system. Unlike other military shooters, each role has specific tasks that cannot be fully substituted — a squad without a Medic will suffer unnecessary deaths, a squad without an FPV Operator is blind to enemy movements, and a squad without an Artilleryman lacks decisive fire support.
Rifleman
The backbone of any infantry squad. The Rifleman is the most versatile and beginner-friendly role in Glory To The Heroes. Armed with a standard assault rifle, the Rifleman is designed to hold positions, push objectives, and provide covering fire for specialists. New players are strongly encouraged to start here, as this role teaches the fundamental movement, cover usage, and communication mechanics that underpin every other class.
�?Duties
- �?/span> Hold defensive positions and contested zones
- �?/span> Provide covering fire and suppression during advances
- �?/span> Escort and protect specialist roles (Medic, FPV Operator)
- �?/span> Assist in building basic fortifications when resources are available
- �?/span> Relay enemy contact information via tactical map
🎒 Equipment
- �?/span> Standard-issue assault rifle (AK-pattern or M16-pattern depending on map/faction)
- �?/span> Two fragmentation grenades
- �?/span> Basic medical bandages and tourniquet
- �?/span> Tactical map access
🎯 Pro Tips
- �?/span> Never advance without a Medic nearby — a single bullet can put you into heavy injury status.
- �?/span> Use the tactical map constantly. Marking enemy positions helps your Artilleryman calculate fire solutions.
- �?/span> Conserve ammo during lulls. Manual ammo management means running dry at a critical moment is a real threat.
- �?/span> Use terrain and destructible cover together. Sandbags degrade under fire — move positions regularly.
Medic
The most critical support role in Glory To The Heroes. There is no health regeneration in this game — only the Medic can treat heavy injuries that would otherwise be lethal. In a squad of eight, one Medic can mean the difference between a sustained push and a full squad wipe. The Medic must remain mobile, responsive, and protected by riflemen at all costs. Losing your Medic mid-engagement dramatically lowers your squad's combat effectiveness.
�?Duties
- �?/span> Treat heavy injuries that cannot be self-treated (fractures, deep wounds, severe bleeding)
- �?/span> Prioritize downed squadmates in order of survival probability
- �?/span> Manage a medical inventory of bandages, tourniquets, IV bags, and field surgery tools
- �?/span> Communicate injury status to squad leader for tactical decisions
- �?/span> Perform triage under fire when multiple casualties occur simultaneously
🎒 Equipment
- �?/span> Secondary weapon (pistol or SMG for personal defense)
- �?/span> Full medical kit: bandages, tourniquets, IV fluids, adrenaline shots, surgical tools
- �?/span> Tactical map access
- �?/span> Smoke grenades (for covering casualty extraction)
🎯 Pro Tips
- �?/span> Stay 10-15 meters behind the assault line. You need line of sight to casualties without being in direct fire.
- �?/span> Triage aggressively: if a soldier has a severe injury, they cannot be saved — allocate resources to the recoverable.
- �?/span> Smoke grenades are your best friend for dragging casualties out of fire lanes.
- �?/span> Communicate your medical supply levels to the squad leader. A Medic with empty supplies is just a slow Rifleman.
- �?/span> Coordinate with the Artilleryman to suppress enemy positions during extraction windows.
Assaulter
The Assaulter is the spearhead of any offensive action in Glory To The Heroes. This role combines close-quarters combat capability with the unique ability to construct defensive fortifications, making them invaluable for both attacking enemy positions and consolidating captured ground. An Assaulter who takes a trench must immediately begin reinforcing it — new sandbags and fire-points turn a captured position into a defensible hold before the inevitable counter-attack.
�?Duties
- �?/span> Lead close-quarters assaults on enemy positions and trenches
- �?/span> Construct sandbags, fire-points, trenches, and anti-drone obstacles after capturing positions
- �?/span> Place anti-tank obstacles to channel enemy vehicle movements
- �?/span> Breach and clear buildings and fortified structures
- �?/span> Provide point defense for high-value assets (FPV stations, ammo caches)
🎒 Equipment
- �?/span> Short-barreled assault rifle or shotgun for CQB
- �?/span> Construction toolkit (uses resource materials)
- �?/span> Fragmentation and stun grenades
- �?/span> Breaching charges
- �?/span> Tactical map access
🎯 Pro Tips
- �?/span> Always carry full construction resources. An Assaulter without materials is just an under-armed Rifleman.
- �?/span> Prioritize trench construction over sandbags on open ground — trenches provide full-body concealment.
- �?/span> Coordinate construction with your Driver: vehicles can resupply your construction materials from rear positions.
- �?/span> Anti-drone obstacles placed on key approach routes can cripple the enemy's FPV Operator.
- �?/span> Use breaching charges sparingly — they make noise that reveals your position.
Marksman
The Marksman fills the gap between the Rifleman and the long-range Sniper. Effective at medium-to-long range engagements, the Marksman provides precision fire support for squad advances without requiring the extreme positioning discipline of a Sniper. In the close-quarters nature of Ukrainian frontline warfare — dense treelines, ruined urban environments, flooded river crossings — the Marksman's ability to cover 200-500m lanes makes them a critical element in suppressing enemy counter-attacks.
�?Duties
- �?/span> Cover squad advances by suppressing enemy firing positions at 200-500m range
- �?/span> Identify and eliminate high-value enemy targets: Medics, FPV Operators, Squad Leaders
- �?/span> Overwatch chokepoints during squad repositioning
- �?/span> Relay enemy movement information via tactical map
🎒 Equipment
- �?/span> Semi-automatic designated marksman rifle (DMR)
- �?/span> Variable magnification optics
- �?/span> Basic medical kit
- �?/span> Tactical map access
🎯 Pro Tips
- �?/span> Use bullet drop calculations when shooting beyond 300m. The tactical map's distance-measuring tool helps.
- �?/span> Target Medics and FPV Operators first — removing them cripples enemy logistics and intelligence.
- �?/span> Never fire from the same position twice. Muzzle flash is visible in low-light and enemies will suppress your location.
- �?/span> Coordinate your overwatch arcs with the squad leader before any advance.
Automatic Rifleman
The Automatic Rifleman is the squad's primary suppression platform. Armed with a light machine gun or heavy assault rifle with extended magazines, this role pins enemy infantry in position, degrading their ability to return fire or advance. In Glory To The Heroes, sustained suppression is a genuine game mechanic — soldiers under fire experience degraded accuracy and movement speed, making the Automatic Rifleman's role directly tied to your squad's ability to maneuver.
�?Duties
- �?/span> Provide sustained suppressive fire on enemy positions during squad advances
- �?/span> Cover squad flank movements against enemy counter-attacks
- �?/span> Deny enemy movement across open ground and chokepoints
- �?/span> Support Assaulter pushes with covering fire
🎒 Equipment
- �?/span> Light machine gun (LMG) or RPK-pattern weapon
- �?/span> Extended ammunition loadout (higher base carry than Rifleman)
- �?/span> Bipod for stabilized prone fire
- �?/span> Basic medical kit
🎯 Pro Tips
- �?/span> Establish a bipod position before opening fire — accuracy increases dramatically from a stabilized platform.
- �?/span> Communicate fire arcs to your squad. Friendly fire is lethal and the LMG's spread can hit advancing friendlies.
- �?/span> Ammo management is critical: LMGs consume ammunition rapidly. Request Driver resupply before long engagements.
- �?/span> Short, controlled bursts are more effective than full-auto spray — weapon malfunction risk increases with heat.
Light Anti-Tank
The Light Anti-Tank role is your squad's primary answer to enemy armored vehicles and fortified positions. Armed with rocket-propelled grenades and single-use anti-tank launchers, this role demands patience, positioning, and coordination with your FPV Operator. Blindly firing an RPG at a moving tank will likely miss — the correct approach involves the FPV Operator identifying the vehicle's movement pattern and the Light Anti-Tank soldier preparing an ambush from a concealed position.
�?Duties
- �?/span> Engage and destroy or disable enemy armored vehicles
- �?/span> Destroy fortified positions and enemy-constructed defenses
- �?/span> Provide fire support against lightly armored vehicles and helicopters
- �?/span> Work with FPV Operator to identify and track armored targets
🎒 Equipment
- �?/span> RPG-7 or single-use anti-tank launcher
- �?/span> Secondary assault rifle for personal defense
- �?/span> Limited rocket/round inventory — requires resupply
- �?/span> Tactical map access
🎯 Pro Tips
- �?/span> Aim for the sides and rear of armored vehicles — front armor is significantly stronger.
- �?/span> Coordinate with your FPV Operator before engaging. Drone reconnaissance reveals vehicle positions and movement.
- �?/span> Never fire from your squad's current position — the back-blast and smoke will give away your squad's location.
- �?/span> A disabled vehicle is often more useful than a destroyed one: it blocks movement lanes for the enemy.
Sniper
The Sniper is the highest-skill-ceiling role in Glory To The Heroes, demanding extreme positional discipline, patience, and an intimate understanding of bullet ballistics. At ranges exceeding 600m, a Sniper in Glory To The Heroes must account for bullet drop, wind direction, target movement, and the time between trigger pull and impact. The Sniper's primary value is not in kill count — it is in intelligence gathering and the psychological pressure applied to enemy squads who cannot safely expose themselves.
�?Duties
- �?/span> Conduct long-range reconnaissance and surveillance of enemy positions
- �?/span> Eliminate high-value targets: commanders, Medics, FPV Operators
- �?/span> Provide real-time intelligence on enemy movement via tactical map
- �?/span> Establish hidden overwatch positions behind enemy lines
🎒 Equipment
- �?/span> High-caliber bolt-action or semi-automatic sniper rifle
- �?/span> High-magnification optics (10x-20x)
- �?/span> Ghillie suit components for concealment
- �?/span> Minimal self-defense equipment
- �?/span> Advanced tactical map with longer detection radius
🎯 Pro Tips
- �?/span> Your first shot is your most important — after firing, your position is revealed. Plan an extraction route before shooting.
- �?/span> Study the tactical map before infiltrating. Know the terrain, enemy patrol patterns, and friendly positions.
- �?/span> Use the distance measuring tool on the tactical map to pre-calculate bullet drop at your intended range.
- �?/span> Avoid engaging vehicles — your ammunition cannot penetrate armor and the noise exposes you.
- �?/span> Communicate every enemy contact to your squad leader. Your intelligence value often exceeds your kill value.
FPV Operator
The FPV (First-Person View) Drone Operator is one of the most unique and strategically powerful roles in Glory To The Heroes, directly reflecting the revolutionary impact of consumer-grade FPV drones on the actual Russian-Ukrainian war. The FPV Operator provides real-time aerial reconnaissance that no other role can match, and can deliver precision explosive payloads onto enemy positions with a single drone. However, operating a drone requires a stationary position and leaves the operator completely vulnerable — bodyguard coordination is essential.
�?Duties
- �?/span> Deploy FPV drones for real-time aerial reconnaissance of enemy positions
- �?/span> Mark enemy vehicles, fortifications, and personnel on the shared tactical map
- �?/span> Deliver explosive drone payloads onto priority targets (vehicles, fortifications, enemy clusters)
- �?/span> Identify anti-drone obstacles and relay their positions for Assaulter removal
- �?/span> Coordinate with Artilleryman to provide precise target coordinates for fire missions
🎒 Equipment
- �?/span> Multiple FPV drone units (finite inventory — requires resupply)
- �?/span> Drone control station (deployed item, limits operator movement while active)
- �?/span> Secondary pistol for self-defense
- �?/span> Tactical map with extended aerial view radius when drone is active
🎯 Pro Tips
- �?/span> Never operate your drone control station without at least one Rifleman bodyguard. You are completely vulnerable while flying.
- �?/span> Scout chokepoints and suspected vehicle approach routes before your squad advances — early intelligence saves lives.
- �?/span> Anti-drone obstacles placed by enemy Assaulters can destroy your drone mid-flight. Learn enemy obstacle positions first.
- �?/span> Coordinate drone strikes with the Artilleryman for combined fire missions — drone marks the target, artillery kills it.
- �?/span> Manage your drone inventory carefully. Requesting a resupply from your Driver before running dry keeps your squad's eyes open.
Artilleryman
The Artilleryman is the strategic backbone of any Glory To The Heroes engagement, capable of projecting overwhelming firepower onto enemy positions from beyond visual range. This role requires the highest degree of communication and resource management of any role in the game — mortar rounds are finite, fire coordinates must be precise, and miscalculation can result in devastating friendly fire incidents. An experienced Artilleryman coordinating with an FPV Operator can neutralize enemy positions before infantry ever engages.
�?Duties
- �?/span> Set up and operate mortar and artillery positions in designated areas
- �?/span> Calculate and execute fire missions based on coordinates from FPV Operators, Snipers, and Marksmen
- �?/span> Manage mortar round inventory and coordinate resupply with the Driver
- �?/span> Provide suppressive barrage fire during squad assaults and retreats
- �?/span> Conduct counter-battery fire against detected enemy artillery positions
🎒 Equipment
- �?/span> Mortar system (deployable, requires setup time)
- �?/span> Artillery calculation tools integrated into tactical map
- �?/span> Secondary personal weapon for self-defense
- �?/span> Resupply request system for ammo
🎯 Pro Tips
- �?/span> The tactical map's distance-measuring tool is your primary instrument — always calculate before firing.
- �?/span> Establish your mortar position in a depression or behind cover. Counter-battery fire is a real threat.
- �?/span> Call out 'Fire mission in progress' on squad comms before firing — your own infantry must be clear of the target zone.
- �?/span> Smoke rounds are underrated — use them to cover squad advances and casualty extractions.
- �?/span> Coordinate with your Driver to ensure you never run dry on mortar rounds before a planned offensive.
Driver
The Driver is the logistical lifeline of the entire squad in Glory To The Heroes. While often overlooked by new players, an experienced Driver wins battles without firing a shot — by ensuring that Artillerymen never run out of mortar rounds, FPV Operators always have fresh drones, Assaulters have construction materials, and Medics maintain a full medical kit. The Driver also provides direct fire support and rapid repositioning of infantry in armored vehicles, dramatically increasing squad tactical flexibility.
�?Duties
- �?/span> Transport infantry between positions rapidly in armored or transport vehicles
- �?/span> Manage vehicle fuel, ammunition, and maintenance status
- �?/span> Resupply specialist roles (Artilleryman ammo, FPV drones, construction materials, medical supplies)
- �?/span> Provide direct fire support from vehicle-mounted weapons
- �?/span> Establish forward supply points in covered positions
🎒 Equipment
- �?/span> All assigned vehicles with full interior access
- �?/span> Vehicle repair toolkit
- �?/span> Personal weapon for dismounted defense
- �?/span> Vehicle tactical map integration
🎯 Pro Tips
- �?/span> Memorize your squad's consumption rates early. An Artilleryman burning through mortar rounds needs a resupply run before they run out.
- �?/span> Vehicle interiors are fully modeled — know your instrument panel, fuel gauge, and damage indicators before combat.
- �?/span> Never park in the open. Vehicle destruction kills occupants. Use terrain, buildings, and constructed cover.
- �?/span> Coordinate your resupply runs with lulls in combat. Driving a supply vehicle through an active fire zone is a death sentence.
- �?/span> Your vehicle provides mobile cover for dismounted infantry — use it as a rolling shield during casualty extractions.