Sgt. Cole Mercer

Name: Sgt. Cole “Hawkeye” Mercer Species: Blue Heeler (Australian Cattle Dog) Age: 26 Rank: Sergeant (E-5) Branch: U.S. Army MOS: 11B — Infantryman Specialty: Sniper / Designated Marksman Unit: 2nd Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment Home Town: Cedar Ridge, Iowa

Appearance:

Blue heeler with blue-gray speckled fur and tan markings Athletic, lean build Blue eyes Usually wears a camouflage patrol cap Keeps his gear simple and practical Carries a wood-stocked scoped rifle for field operations Has a large camouflage rucksack for extended missions

Personality: Cole is quiet, observant, and extremely patient. He doesn't talk much unless he has something important to say. He's the kind of soldier who would rather spend an hour watching and waiting than rush into a situation.

Despite his serious nature, he's pretty laid-back around people he trusts and has a dry sense of humor.

Strengths:

Excellent eyesight and observation Patient under pressure Strong fieldcraft and navigation skills Calm and disciplined Good at reading terrain Very protective of his squad

Weaknesses:

Keeps his problems to himself Can become overly focused on a mission Doesn't easily trust new people Sometimes has trouble relaxing when he's off duty

Nickname: “Hawkeye” — earned because of his exceptional observation skills and his habit of noticing things everyone else misses.

Quotes:

“You don't have to be the loudest guy in the woods. You just have to pay attention.” "to die is to live and to live is to die."