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The Soldier is well known for his spectacular [[Jumping#Soldier jumps|rocket jump]]. In defiance of all good sense and judgment, the Soldier can detonate a rocket at his feet and launch himself skyward at the cost of some health. This ability allows the Soldier to pop up in unexpected places and reach areas off-limits even to the [[Scout]]'s [[Jumping#Double jump|double jump]]. | The Soldier is well known for his spectacular [[Jumping#Soldier jumps|rocket jump]]. In defiance of all good sense and judgment, the Soldier can detonate a rocket at his feet and launch himself skyward at the cost of some health. This ability allows the Soldier to pop up in unexpected places and reach areas off-limits even to the [[Scout]]'s [[Jumping#Double jump|double jump]]. | ||
− | The two grenades on the Soldier's character model cannot be used unless the player finishes the [[Kamikaze]] [[Taunt#Special taunts|taunt]], which can only | + | The two grenades on the Soldier's character model cannot be used unless the player finishes the [[Kamikaze]] [[Taunt#Special taunts|taunt]], which can only take place when the [[Equalizer]] or [[Escape Plan]] is equipped and active. |
The Soldier is [[Voice actors|voiced]] by [http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1653371/ Rick May]. | The Soldier is [[Voice actors|voiced]] by [http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1653371/ Rick May]. |
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Type: | Offensive |
Health: | 200 /![]() |
Speed: | 80% (See Speed below for further details) |
Meet the Soldier | |
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“ | If fighting is sure to result in victory, then you must fight!
Click to listen
— The Soldier on the art of war
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The Soldier is a crazed patriot from America's heartland. Tough and well-armed, he's versatile, capable of both offense and defense, and a great starter class to get familiar with the game.
The Soldier is well known for his spectacular rocket jump. In defiance of all good sense and judgment, the Soldier can detonate a rocket at his feet and launch himself skyward at the cost of some health. This ability allows the Soldier to pop up in unexpected places and reach areas off-limits even to the Scout's double jump.
The two grenades on the Soldier's character model cannot be used unless the player finishes the Kamikaze taunt, which can only take place when the Equalizer or Escape Plan is equipped and active.
The Soldier is voiced by Rick May.
Contents
Bio
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Wielding the Escape Plan between 160 and 121 Health |
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Wielding the Escape Plan between 120 and 81 Health |
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Wielding the Escape Plan between 80 and 41 Health |
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Wielding the Escape Plan below 41 Health |
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Basic strategy
- You can rocket jump to great heights by simultaneously jumping and firing a rocket at the ground.
- Crouching and jumping simultaneously while aiming at the ground will propel you farther at the cost of more self-damage.
- Aim rockets at enemy's feet to ensure they can't avoid the explosion damage.
- Make sure you keep your Rocket Launcher loaded. Hit R to reload it at any time.
- Press E to call for a Medic if you get hurt. Nearby Medics will be notified of your need.
Weapons
Note: Weapon damage is approximate and listed at base value. See individual weapon pages for additional figures.
Primary
Weapon | Kill icon | Ammo Loaded |
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4 | 20 | Base: 90 Crit: 270 |
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![]() Unlock Direct Hit |
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Base: 112 Crit: 338 |
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3 | Base: 90 Crit: 270 |
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N/A | 4 | 60 | Base: 0 Crit: 0 |
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5 | 20 | Base: 68 Crit: 203 |
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4 | ∞ | Base: 90
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3 | 20 | Base: 90 Crit: 270 |
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4-8 | Base: 76 Crit: 230 |
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Secondary
Weapon | Kill icon | Ammo Loaded |
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6 | 32 | Base: 60 Crit: 180 [6 damage × 10 pellets] |
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N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ![]()
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![]() Craft Gunboats |
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![]() Craft Battalion's Backup |
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | ![]()
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![]() Promotional / Craft Concheror |
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4 | 32 | Base: 60 Crit: 180 [6 damage × 10 pellets] |
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![]() Promotional / Craft Righteous Bison |
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4 | ∞ | Base: 20 Crit: 60 |
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6 | 32 | Base: 72 Crit: 216 [4.8 damage × 15 pellets] |
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Melee
Weapon | Kill icon | Ammo Loaded |
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Limited item from the Replay Update.
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Limited item from the Two Cities Update.
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N/A | N/A | Base:
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N/A | N/A | Base: 65 Crit: 195 |
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N/A | N/A | Base: 65 Crit: 195 |
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N/A | N/A | Base: 49 Crit: 146 |
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N/A | N/A | Base: 65 Crit: 195 |
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N/A | N/A | Base: 65 Crit: 195 |
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Associated items | Description | Kill Icon |
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Main article: Kamikaze
The Soldier tosses away his pickaxe, cracks his knuckles, takes a grenade off of his chest sling, thrusts his fist in the air and explodes, killing himself and any nearby enemies, buildings included. If the player has the Lumbricus Lid equipped, the soldier will complete the taunt with the "Hallelujah" music short playing. Upon successful taunt, the kill icon displayed is different (Displayed underneath normal icon to the right). |
Item sets
The Tank Buster | |
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Leave a Calling Card on your victims |
The General's Formals | |
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The Airborne Armaments | |
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No effect |
Dr. Grordbort's Victory Pack | |
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The Tin Soldier | |
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Enables additional voice responses |
Cosmetic items
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Official class avatars
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Original set | RED ÜberCharged set | BLU ÜberCharged set |
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Achievements
Main article: Soldier achievements
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Update history
- Fixed rocket explosions being able to impart damage through thin ceilings.
- Fixed Rocket trail effects sometimes existing permanently in world.
- Reduced Soldier's maximum rocket reserve ammo from 36 to 16.
June 19, 2008 Patch (Pyro Update)
- Removed Soldier's 40% damage reduction from his own rockets. Does not affect rocket jumps.
- Fixed rockets being able to fire through grates at round starts.
- Added smoke to the feet of a rocket jumping Soldier.
- Increased Soldier primary ammo count from 16 to 20.
May 21, 2009 Patch (Sniper vs. Spy Update)
- Added hat: the Soldier's Stash.
August 13, 2009 Patch (Classless Update)
- Removed self-inflicted mini-crits. Fixes Jarate'd Soldiers having ineffective rocket/grenade jumps.
- Added hats: Tyrant's Helm and Stainless Pot.
- Added misc: Gentle Manne's Service Medal.
- [Undocumented] Added hat bodygroups to the Soldier.
- Fixed rocket jumping.
- Compensated by increasing the radius of grenades, stickies, and rockets to 50% of what they lost at the corners of the OBB.
- Rocket radius change: 121->146.
- Added counters to the HUDs of Soldiers to keep count of how many Demomen they kill and subsequently contributed to the WAR! Update.
December 17, 2009 Patch (WAR! Update)
- Added weapons: Direct Hit, Buff Banner, Equalizer and Gunboats.
- Added 35 Soldier achievements.
- Added Soldier Domination lines.
March 18, 2010 Patch (First Community Contribution Update)
- Added weapon: Pain Train.
- Added hat: Killer's Kabuto.
May 20, 2010 Patch (Second Community Contribution Update)
- Added hat: Sergeant's Drill Hat.
June 10, 2010 Patch (Mac Update)
- Added Training for the Soldier.
- [Undocumented] Added hat: the Lumbricus Lid.
- [Undocumented] Added a grenade bodygroup to the Soldier model.
September 30, 2010 Patch (Mann-Conomy Update)
- Added the Tank Buster set with 3 items: the Black Box, the Battalion's Backup and the Grenadier's Softcap.
- Added weapons: Rocket Jumper and Frying Pan.
- Added hats: Chieftain's Challenge, Stout Shako and Dr's Dapper Topper.
December 17, 2010 Patch (Australian Christmas)
- Added hats: Exquisite Rack and Defiant Spartan.
- Added the Hero's Hachimaki.
March 10, 2011 Patch (Shogun Pack)
- Added weapons: Concheror and Half-Zatoichi.
- Added hat: Honcho's Headgear.
- [Undocumented] Added hat: Brain Bucket.
May 5, 2011 Patch (Replay Update)
- Added hats: Furious Fukaamigasa and Team Captain.
- Community contributed voice responses rules have been implemented for the Kamikaze.
- Added community contributed response rules for when a Soldier kills a Demoman.
- [Undocumented] New laughing taunt animations have been added but are currently unused.
- Added hat: Spiral Sallet.
June 23, 2011 Patch (Über Update)
- Added weapons: Liberty Launcher, Reserve Shooter, Market Gardener, Mantreads and Disciplinary Action.
- Added hats: Jumper's Jeepcap, Armored Authority.
- Added misc: Fancy Dress Uniform.
- Added "A,W,S,D" movement instruction to Soldier training.
- The Rocket Jumper no longer prevents self-damage from the Kamikaze kill-taunt.
- Added weapons: Cow Mangler 5000 and Righteous Bison.
- Added hats: Lord Cockswain's Pith Helmet.
- Added misc: Lord Cockswain's Novelty Mutton Chops and Pipe and Dr. Grordbort's Crest.
- [Undocumented] Added bomb carrying and showing animations for the Soldier.
- Added hat: Stahlhelm.
October 13, 2011 Patch (Manniversary Update & Sale)
- Added hats: The Hat With No Name and The Salty Dog.
- Added a line to the getting ÜberCharged response.
October 27, 2011 Patch (Very Scary Halloween Special)
- Added hats: Idiot Box and Infernal Impaler.
- Added misc items: Steel Pipes and Shoestring Budget.
- [Undocumented] Added voice lines and response rules for the Soldier which play when wearing The Tin Soldier set.
- Added a taunt for the Tin Soldier set.
- Fixed the Soldier's melee dare response rules.
December 15, 2011 Patch (Australian Christmas 2011)
- Added misc items: Ornament Armament, All-Father & Kringle Collection.
- [Undocumented] Added weapon: Festive Rocket Launcher.
- Added a hat: Lucky Shot.
- Added hats: Conquistador and Battle Bob.
- Added misc: Teufort Tooth Kicker.
June 27, 2012 Patch (Pyromania Update)
- Added weapon: Beggar's Bazooka and Escape Plan.
- Added hat: Helmet Without a Home.
- Added misc: Captain's Cocktails.
August 15, 2012 Patch (Mann vs. Machine)
- [Undocumented] Added weapons: Botkiller Rocket Launcher and Golden Botkiller Rocket Launcher.
- [Undocumented] Added hat: Tin Pot.
- [Undocumented] Added misc: Soldier's Stogie.
- [Undocumented] Added voice lines to Soldier.
- Added hat: Crafty Hair.
- [Undocumented] Added hat: War Pig.
- Added weapon: Freedom Staff.
- Added misc: Menpo.
October 26, 2012 Patch (Spectral Halloween Special).
- [Undocumented] Added hat: Zipperface.
- [Undocumented] Added misc: Voodoo-Cursed Soldier Soul and Bonedolier.
- [Undocumented] Added voice lines to Soldier.
- [Undocumented] Updated player models.
- Added hat: Chief Constable.
- Added misc: Deadliest Duckling.
- [Undocumented] Added weapon: Memory Maker.
December 20, 2012 Patch (Mecha Update)
- Added hat: Soldier's Slope Scopers.
- Added hat: Doe-Boy.
- Added weapon: Ham Shank.
May 17, 2013 Patch (Robotic Boogaloo)
- Added hats: Full Metal Drill Hat, Steel Shako and Tyrantium Helmet.
- Added misc: Soldier's Sparkplug.
Bugs
- If a Primary weapon is fired when the player is initially spawned into the game, a continuous loop of the reload animation can occur. This can be remedied by firing another shot or switching weapons.
- If the "Auto Reload" option was enabled and started reloading while taunting, the continuous loop of the reload animation will occur.
- If you taunt as you reload a primary weapon (other than the Cow Mangler 5000) a rocket will blink in and out of the Soldier's hand.
- Shooting with a Soldier weapon followed by a quick weapon switch will result in the sound being cut off. This excludes melee weapons.
Trivia
- The Soldier has made several posts on the Official Blog, often referring to the Team Fortress 2 team as "The Powers That Be".
- In Poker Night at the Inventory, an image of the Soldier makes a cameo as the King of Spades & Clubs in the "Team Fortress 2" deck.
- He is also mentioned in a Heavy idle response line; "You are like sleeping Soldier who just stands at base instead of running to point!"
- The first BLU team Soldier resembled Template:W.
- In Worms: Reloaded, the Soldier's helmet is one of the hats selectable for the player's worms.
- The Soldier's uniform and Rocket Launcher are usable by Megabeth in Super Monday Night Combat
- The Soldier is known to recite quotes from the Template:W and Sun Tzu's Template:W.
Gallery
Quake World Team Fortress Soldier.
The Team Fortress Classic Soldier .
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Concept art of the Soldier.
- Soldier1.png
Trading card front.
- Soldier2.png
Trading card back.
A lone Soldier wandering Lumberyard, concept art.
A Soldier with the General's Formals leads troops on World War Wednesday.
Related merchandise
See also
- Rocket jump
- Soldier match-ups
- Anti-Soldier strategy
- Soldier responses
- Soldier voice commands
- Basic Soldier strategy
- Community Soldier strategy
- Soldier (Classic)
References
- ↑ WAR! Comic, page 16.
- ↑ a b Team Fortress 2 Trailer 2, released in September 2006.
External links
- Soldier page on the Official TF2 Website
- WAR! Update
- WAR! Update - The Soldier Update
- The Soldier comic
- TF2 Official Website - Some Manner of Grid-based Cipher Code
- TF2 Official Website - More dot-commy mumbo jumbo for you bunch of women
- The Zepheniah Mann & Sons Co. Quarterly Concern
- Classless Update - Today is A Good Day
- TF2 Official Website - Drop And Give Me Terror!
- TF2 Official Website - How to Get a Ghostly Gibus Hat
- TF2 Official Website - Attention Employees...
- TF2 Official Website - The War Update
- TF2 Official Website - It's a Bloodbath!
- TF2 Official Website - War, Day 2
- TF2 Official Website - The Big Red One
- TF2 Official Website - It Is Me, But Smaller!
- TF2 Official Website - This is Very Good Title to Blog Post
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