Sniper = Skirmisher?

[MarcusColenious]

So a Sniper is defined as part of the Skirmishing rules in Chapter 8. Does that mean that a Sniper Model is considered a skirmisher, and when skirmishers fire at a Sniper must deduct 1 Combat Die?

[Archdukek]

Yes, a sniper is a very small target and will in all probability be in cover anyway or at least should be.

John