It’s a rough job, but someone has to do it. The thankless position on a Halo team is no less difficult than any other. While we remind you that a good teammate can assume any position, the objective player’s role is straightforward: you put yourself in a position to rack up objective time or grab that flag. Here are some traits that indicate a strong objective player:

* Likes to get dirty. If you find yourself in the middle of the pack a lot, you’re a strong candidate for an objective player. They need to be conscious of the objective at all times and grab it at the perfect moment.

* Awareness. You have to be wise. If three enemies are down and you’re supposed to be grabbing that oddball, don’t be the one chasing that fourth and final guy. The objective player will not risk stupid deaths, but he will think of the objective above all else.

* Melee Master. The objective guy has to have his wits about him in close battles. While meleeing is essential to any Halo player’s repertoire, it’s particularly important for someone handling the bulk of objective work. You’ll also find yourself wielding close-range weapons with regularity, such as the mauler or shotgun.

* Cares about the W. Everyone wants to win, but an objective player may typically find himself with fewer kills and more deaths. No matter, though, because the only stat that matters is a W.

Every team naturally works out their roles, but if you find yourself fitting some or all of these descriptions, solidifying your position on the team can add a new level of organization and help to work on strategies.