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To give some truth to advertising, we'll start with:
How to survive accurate mortar fire:
Don't panic.
Again: Don't panic.
Panicking leads to a loss of rational judgment, inability to control fine motor skills - which you will need to shoot your gun, and hyperventilation.
(Everyone underestimates the importance of breathing. Don't.)
Upon being on the receiving end of accurate mortar fire, calmly, but quickly, stop what you're doing, secure your firearm, and find cover. The best kind of cover is one that protects the large portions of your body where your vital organs reside. It also helps if it can’t be easily blown up into smaller pieces that will penetrate said organs. Keep as low to the ground as possible.
In a pinch though, any berm will do.
As the situation permits, look for both active enemy combatants and spotters directing these combatants. Don't worry if they’re not armed; they're helping to shoot at you too.
Return fire.
Breathe.
Breathe.
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Most people talk about getting shot at like it's one of the worst things about war.
Of course, it's not.
Getting shot at is easy.