Mozzie is a defender in Rainbow Six Siege, released in Year 4 Season 1 as part of Operation Burnt Horizon. He is a member of the Australian SASR and specializes in denying intel through attacker drone hacking with his signature item. His adaptive loadout, disruption utility, and roamer playstyle have cemented him as a constant choice in competitive and ranked play.

Context Overview

Mozzie, real name Max Goose, entered Rainbow on behalf of the Special Air Service Regiment (SASR). He was recognized as an experienced motocross rider and tactical tech specialist in the unit. His electronic warfare and adaptive field techniques skills earned him his selection. Mozzie's induction witnessed a change in defensive methods, with an active disruption of drones and a denial of information.

Who This Guide Helps

This guide is suitable for both new players who want to learn the fundamental mechanics of Mozzie and seasoned players who aim to optimize their performance or stay current with the current meta. It covers Mozzie guns, gadgets, playstyle strategies, and cosmetic options, such as the Mozzie Elite.

Mozzie Loadout

The Mozzie R6 loadout offers flexibility between short- and mid-range combat, utility denial, and vertical play.

Mozzie Ability: Pest Launcher

The Pest Launcher is Mozzie’s core utility. It allows him to deploy Pests, which hijack any attacker drones that come into range. Captured drones can be operated by the defending team and used for active surveillance.

Key Details:

• Range of activation: ~2 meters
• Targets: Regular drones, Twitch drones
• Cannot affect: Flores drones, Iana clones, Zero cams
• Max Pests: 3
• Captured drones: Controlled by defenders, marked as blue

This Mozzie R6 ability is essential for denying drone scouting and creating unexpected intel opportunities for defenders.

Skins and Visual Appearance

Mozzie skins can be found packaged with many cosmetic sets, each of which permits the player to choose his appearance. Among them, the Mozzie Elite skin is prominent—it provides him with a special appearance inspired by motocross, complete with unique animations and gun skins. His elite set, called "Deadset Hero," transforms Mozzie into a stunt rider with a full-body outfit, exclusive victory animation, and matching weapon finishes.

Recommended Loadout for Mozzie

• Primary: Commando 9 with 1.5x scope
• Secondary: SDP 9mm.
• Gadget: Nitro Cell (for vertical denial)

List of Best Practices

1. Use Pests near drone holes or entry choke points.
2. Combine Mozzie with Mute to block and capture drones.
3. Use captured drones to track attacker positions mid-round.
4. Roam on upper floors to use his weapons effectively at range.
5. Employ the Super Shorty to create rotation holes and kill holes for crossfire.

These tactics are especially effective for map control and interrupting attacker setups.

Comparison of Weapon Effectiveness

Visual Breakdown of Mozzie’s Appearance and Abilities

Mozzie is known for his compact build, short stature, and casual Australian biker aesthetic. The Mozzie R6 face reflects a younger operator with a rugged, lighthearted attitude, often seen with a mischievous grin in promotional artwork and skins.

Players interested in cosmetic customization often prioritize acquiring the Elite skin or themed seasonal outfits that highlight his personality and background.

List of Common Mistakes

• Placing Pests in obvious spots (easily shot by drones)
• Not using hijacked drones actively for roaming timing
• Picking Mozzie without understanding drone routes

While Mozzie is a powerful operator, new players should be cautious. He is not a beginner-friendly pick due to his reliance on good drone placement knowledge and fast reaction time.

Mozzie remains one of the most effective intel denial operators in Rainbow Six Siege. Whether disrupting drones, collecting attacker intel, or supporting teammates with roaming firepower, Mozzie is a valuable asset in ranked and pro play. As new operators and gadgets are introduced, Mozzie’s relevance continues to evolve.