Aruni is one of the most unique defenders in Rainbow Six Siege. Introduced in Operation Neon Dawn, Rainbow Six Siege Aruni combines intel denial, area control, and damage output thanks to her Surya Laser Gates. Her design allows flexible play — from holding tight angles to slowing pushes and forcing attackers to spend precious utility.

Whether you’re a new player or a competitive grinder, this guide is for you. We’ll break down her loadout, abilities, strategies, and skins — helping you dominate every round.

Operator Overview

Aruni Ability: Surya Laser Gate

The Aruni gate is a deployable laser field that covers windows, doors, or walls. When active, it destroys enemy projectiles (drones, grenades), deals 30 damage to attackers who walk through it and deactivates for 30 seconds afterward.

Defenders near the gate temporarily deactivate it, allowing teammates to move through safely. The Aruni ability forces attackers to either burn utility or change their push route, buying defenders time and information.

Aruni can also pick up and reposition her gates, adding reactive flexibility.

Aruni Loadout & Weapon Guide

The Aruni loadout is highly adaptable. The P10 Roni shines in close-range fights with almost no recoil, while the Mk 14 EBR provides a DMR-style alternative for long angles. PRB92 is her only sidearm — solid for finishing fights or utility usage.

The best Aruni loadout typically includes:

• P10 Roni (Flash Hider, Angled Grip, Reflex/Holo)
• PRB92 (Muzzle Brake)
• Barbed Wire – excellent for stacking with gates at entry points

How to Play Aruni in Siege

If you’re learning how to play Aruni, here are key points:

• Use Gates Wisely: Place Surya Gates at common entry points (windows, doors) to waste attacker time.
• Pre-place Utility: Always deploy your gadgets early – then flex to roam or anchor.
• Punch Value: Aruni’s prosthetic arm lets her break soft walls and hatches silently — no need for impacts or shotguns.
• Flex Role: She can support the site or delay enemy control from off-site locations.

She’s not a full anchor, not a true roamer — but a solid universal pick for strategic defense.

Pros and Counters

Pros of Aruni

• Excellent utility denial
• Can create rotates without grenades
• Low-recoil SMG (P10 Roni)
• Delays and distracts enemies

Best Counters to Aruni

• Projectile gadgets (Zofia, Ash, Iana)
• EMP and Drones (Thatcher disables gates, drones disable too)
• Smoke/Flash/Frag grenades – all deactivate the gate
• Finka – adrenaline boost helps push through gate damage

Aruni Halloween and Elite Skins

The Aruni Halloween skin delivers a spooky visual twist, pairing dark colors with eerie effects for seasonal flair. Meanwhile, the Aruni elite skin (Byte Set) is a cyberpunk-inspired cosmetic with custom Surya Gate visuals, animations, and outfits—available for 1800 R6 Credits.

Community Thoughts

In Reddit and pro forums, players appreciate Aruni’s utility value — especially when paired with Jäger or Wamai to protect gates. However, after her speed nerf, some miss her roaming strength. Still, Aruni R6 remains a top-tier flex pick on most maps.

Final Thoughts & Recommendations

Aruni is easy to learn but hard to master. Her passive utility, versatile weapons, and smart playstyle fit almost any defensive strategy. For beginners — focus on smart gate placement and learn map layouts. For veterans — pair her with synergy operators like Castle, Smoke, or Kaid.

Always remember: Aruni doesn't need kills to be impactful. Just wasting time and burning attacker utility can win rounds.