Aerial ARC units in ARC Raiders threaten Reclaimers from above. Anti-air tactics require specific weapons and positioning. This guide teaches aerial threat counter-measures for ground dominance.
Aerial Unit Types
Understanding aerial variants enables proper counter-selection. The table below classifies flying ARC units:
| Unit Type | Altitude | Weapons | Health | Threat Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scout Drone | Low | None (alert only) | Very Low | Low |
| Gunship | Medium | Auto-cannon | High | High |
| Bomber | High | Explosives | Medium | Very High |
| Interceptor | Variable | Missiles | Low-Medium | Medium-High |
Anti-Air Weapon Selection
Specific weapons effective against aerial targets. Missile launchers lock and track reliably. Auto-cannons lead targets manually. Sniper rifles hit low fliers. Explosives damage grouped air units. Standard rifles ineffective mostly. Weapon selection determines air control.
Cover and Positioning
Proper positioning reduces aerial threat impact. Hard cover blocks aerial fire effectively. Roof exposure increases vulnerability. Indoor positions limit air targeting. Movement complicates aerial aim. Multiple cover options enable repositioning. Position defeats air advantage.
Priority Targeting
Aerial units warrant priority based on threat. Scouts eliminated first preventing alerts. Bombers second before bomb drops. Gunships third suppressing ground fire. Interceptors last when directly threatening. Priority prevents compound problems. Air control enables ground operations.
Team Anti-Air Coordination
Teams handle air threats more effectively. Designated anti-air specialists focus aerials. Ground team handles terrestrial threats. Communication shares air positions. Focus fire eliminates priority targets. Team coverage handles all angles. Coordination defeats air superiority.
Evasion Techniques
Sometimes evasion exceeds engagement value. Bombing runs require complete cover. Strafe runs predictable and avoidable. Disengage from air-superior zones. Weather reduces air effectiveness. Evasion preserves resources. Smart retreats fight later.
Environmental Air Counters
Environment provides air defense assistance. Tunnels and caves immune to air. Dense canopy limits air visibility. Structures block air firing lines. Weather affects air operations. Use terrain for air defense. Environment counters air naturally.