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Ranger

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Overview
==Overview==
Rangers can often be seen seeking out threats from [[Chaos]] and visiting [[Exodite]] worlds on the galactic rim in an effort to experience life more fully. Sometimes they receive a [[psychic]] distress call from their home Craftworlds and will take their arms back to defend it.{{Fn|2}} Rangers often arm themselves with [[Ranger Long Rifle]]s or [[Needle Rifle]]s{{Fn|17}} as this allows them to make the most of their individual approach. Another benefit of working alone is their ability to move through terrain and chose the optimum position for sniping enemy emplacements. They are also adept at hiding in undergrowth and other types of cover due to their stealthy nature.{{Fn|1}} Their armour is a mesh suit with Eldar carapace plates attached to it. As a result, it is very flexible, allowing Rangers to move freely. {{Fn|1}} However, this flexibility comes at the expense of protection, as this armour is useless against [[bolter]] fire. Another piece of Ranger equipment is a [[Cameleoline]] cloak and [[Gloom Field]] generator{{Fn|20}}, which helps Rangers to blend into their surroundings, especially in poorly-lit environments {{Fn|4}}. They also ride atop [[Shroud Runner]] [[Eldar Jetbike|Jetbike]]s{{Fn|12}}, draped in [[Shroud Runner Cloak]]s{{Fn|14}}. Finally, many Rangers captured by the [[Imperium]] possessed sensor spikes containing something that was determined to be a psychotelemetric receiver. It is suspected that this device allows Rangers to use the [[Webway]] to see distant places.{{Fn|4}}
Rangers should never be underestimated by their enemies. Their bands have been known to hold up entire [[Imperial Guard]] columns. As such, the common Imperial practice when confronting Rangers is to use artillery support.{{Fn|4}}