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Volpedia/Games/Counter-Strike 2/Positions/Flank watch
COUNTER-STRIKE 2 / POSITIONS

Flank watch

A designated flank watcher covers opponents coming through previously uncontrolled routes.

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Useful approach: Decide who holds it and at what moment they can rejoin the group.
How it worksPractical strategyMistakes to avoidRelated pages
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How it works

A designated flank watcher covers opponents coming through previously uncontrolled routes.

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Practical strategy

Decide who holds it and at what moment they can rejoin the group.

03

Mistakes to avoid

Having every player watch forward leaves a late defender free to backstab.

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