What is the GSK Faction in XDefiant?
The GSK Faction is a well known faction from Rainbox Six Siege that has been brought over into XDefiant. The GSK is a division of the GSG 9 group that is present in Rainbow Six Siege.
The operators that you will be able to play with are:
The GSK Faction is the ideal Faction for game modes that have a static objective. The abilities (which will we go over down below) mainly rely on preventing the opposition from entering certain areas.
All GSK Faction abilities
- ADS (Active Defense System)
- Shockwire
- Ballistic Helmet (Passive)
- Flash Shield (Ultra)
Activated Defense System
First, let's talk about the Activated Defense System. If you have played Call of Duty, you can compare this defense system to the trophy system. Basically, when this ability is activated, it will disable gadgets from the opposing team that are placed in close proximity to the device. The ability is available for 25 seconds and also has a cooldown period of 25 seconds before you are able to use it again.
Shockwire
If you have played Rainbow Six Siege, you will be familiar with this device. The Shockwire in XDefiant is similar to the Shockwire in Rainbow Six Siege but with a few slight changes. When this ability is activated, the operator will spread the barbed wire over a certain area. When players from the opposing team step on this wire, they will take damage while at the same time getting stunned. This ability allows you to create choke points (areas enemies must pass through that your team can use to your advantage).
Ballistic Helmet
The Ballistic Helmet acts as a great direct counter to Snipers because it lowers the amount of headshot damage. While you won't be eliminated with just one shot, you will still take a considerable amount of damage.
Flash Shield
The Flash Shield Ultra is the only Ultra ability that allows you to use a shield. When you have this Shield equipped, you will be able to flash the enemy and then instantly eliminate them with a sidearm.
