{"id":71997,"date":"2024-07-18T14:55:13","date_gmt":"2024-07-18T14:55:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skin.club\/community?p=71997"},"modified":"2026-01-09T12:53:26","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T12:53:26","slug":"how-to-play-cs2-ssg08","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/en\/collections\/how-to-play-cs2-ssg08","title":{"rendered":"How to Play SSG 08 in CS2: Guide for Newbies [2026]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The SSG 08 is a cheap sniper rifle option available to both teams at just $1700. This makes it an attractive choice for players looking to save money while still having a powerful weapon in their arsenal. In this SSG 08 guide CS2, we will explore the strengths and weaknesses of this rifle, helping new players understand how to make the most of it in their games.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The SSG 08, often referred to as the \u201cScout\u201d, offers excellent value for its price. It\u2019s a versatile weapon that can deal significant damage to armored opponents, making it a viable option for eco- or force-buy rounds. Let\u2019s dive into the details of this affordable sniper rifle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Understanding the SSG 08<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Why<\/strong> Choose<strong> the SSG 08?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The SSG 08 stands out due to its low price and high accuracy. Unlike other sniper rifles, it allows for quick movement and rapid firing, making it an excellent choice for players who prefer mobility. Its one-shot kill potential to unarmored opponents can turn the tide of a game in your favor.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Key Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cost:<\/strong> At $1700, the SSG 08 is the most affordable sniper rifle in the game.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Accuracy:<\/strong> High accuracy, especially when scoped in.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Mobility:<\/strong> Faster movement speed compared to other sniper rifles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Damage:<\/strong> One-shot kill capability against unarmored enemies.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-72014\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Key-Features.jpg\" alt=\"Understanding the SSG 08\" width=\"940\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Key-Features.jpg 940w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Key-Features-300x153.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Key-Features-768x392.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Tips for Mastering the SSG 08<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Aim for the Head<\/strong>: To maximize the effectiveness of the SSG 08, always aim for the head. This ensures a one-shot kill, even against armored opponents. Practice your aim in training maps to improve your headshot accuracy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Utilize Movement<\/strong>: One of the SSG 08\u2019s advantages is its mobility. Use strafing techniques to make yourself a harder target while maintaining accuracy. Moving between shots can confuse your opponents and give you a tactical edge.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Learn Quick Scoping<\/strong>: Quick scoping is a vital skill for SSG 08 users. It involves rapidly zooming in and out to take shots quickly. This technique allows you to maintain high mobility and still deliver accurate shots. Spend time practicing this skill to become proficient.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Strategies for Using the SSG 08<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Early Game Dominance:<\/strong> In the early rounds, the SSG 08 can provide a significant advantage. Its low cost allows you to purchase it while still affording armor and other utilities. Use it to pick off enemies from a distance, conserving your team\u2019s economy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Mid-Game Tactics:<\/strong> During mid-game, position yourself in high-traffic areas where you can take advantage of long sightlines. Maps with open spaces and long corridors are ideal for using the SSG 08 effectively. Communicate with your team to cover different angles and maximize your impact.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Late-Game Scenarios<\/strong>: In the late game, the SSG 08 remains a viable option, especially if you\u2019re low on funds. Use it to hold down bomb sites or secure key areas. Its one-shot kill potential can still be a game-changer, even in the final rounds.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-72030\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Strategies-for-Using-the-SSG-08.jpg\" alt=\"Strategies for Using the SSG 08\" width=\"940\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Strategies-for-Using-the-SSG-08.jpg 940w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Strategies-for-Using-the-SSG-08-300x153.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Strategies-for-Using-the-SSG-08-768x392.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Strengths: Low Price, High Speed<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main advantage of the SSG 08 is its price. At just $1700, it is significantly cheaper than the AWP, making it an excellent option for budget-conscious players. For this low price, players get a weapon capable of dealing over 70 damage to armored opponents at distances of up to 50 meters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other notable strengths of the SSG 08 include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>High Mobility:<\/strong> The SSG 08 offers a movement speed of 230 units per second, which is more than any other sniper rifle and most other rifles. This increased mobility can make a significant difference in-game.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>One-Shot Frag Potential:<\/strong> The SSG 08 can kill with a single headshot at any distance on CS2 maps, regardless of whether the opponent is wearing a helmet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Relatively High Accuracy:<\/strong> When Jumping and No-Scoping: The SSG 08 is unique in its class for its accuracy while jumping or firing without a scope. It can consistently hit an opponent\u2019s body at distances of up to 18-20 meters.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These features make the SSG 08 a highly versatile and effective weapon in the right hands.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-72046\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Strengths-Low-Price-High-Speed.jpg\" alt=\"Strengths: Low Price, High Speed\" width=\"940\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Strengths-Low-Price-High-Speed.jpg 940w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Strengths-Low-Price-High-Speed-300x153.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Strengths-Low-Price-High-Speed-768x392.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Weaknesses: Rate of Fire and Accuracy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite its strengths, the SSG 08 has several drawbacks. Perhaps the most significant is its lack of intimidation. Unlike the AWP, the sound of the SSG 08 does not deter opponents from peeking at the sniper. Experienced players can often push a Scout sniper off their position without much trouble.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, the SSG 08 has a low rate of fire and the worst accuracy in its class. At distances of 50 meters and beyond, the SSG 08 might miss a headshot due to its low accuracy. This forces players to either take a chance aiming for the head or settle for body shots, reducing its one-shot kill potential.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Explore our ranked list of the best and cheapest CS2 SSG 08 skins! Find the perfect skin for your sniper rifle with our expert recommendations.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":1325953,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":2,\"11\":3,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":8,\"21\":0,\"23\":2}'>Explore our ranked list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/en\/collections\/best-ssg-skins\">best and cheapest CS2 SSG 08<\/a> skins! Find the perfect skin for your sniper rifle with our expert recommendations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>When to Buy SSG 08<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The SSG 08 has its niche in CS2. The primary advantage of this rifle is its price. You can acquire a decent sniper rifle for just $1700, making it the most affordable option among rifles. The SSG 08 is ideal for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Economic Rounds:<\/strong> When you need to save money but still want a sniper option.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Force-Buy Rounds:<\/strong> When you have limited funds but need to make an impactful purchase.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Maps with Long Open Spaces:<\/strong> The SSG 08 excels in maps where long-range engagements are common.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Fun and Skill Showcases:<\/strong> The unique characteristics of the SSG 08 make it a fun weapon to use, especially for skilled players.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In summary, the SSG 08 is worth buying when you need a sniper rifle but can\u2019t afford an AWP or when you want to have fun in the game. Its high mobility, potential for one-shots, and ability to shoot accurately while jumping make it an enjoyable and effective weapon.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Best Skins for SSG 08 in CS2<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"double-skin-card y-blue-dif\" id=\"item-82207\">        <div        class=\"            double-skin-card__top card-long-skin y-blue-1 p-20 hover-card                                \"    >                    <div class=\"card-long-skin__bg up-to-card\">                <picture class=\"picture object-fit-cover\">                    <img class=\"picture__img object-fit-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Dragonfire_LR.webp\" alt=\"SSG 08 | Dragonfire\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\">                <\/picture>            <\/div>                <div class=\"bg-bottom-abs-short\"> <\/div>    <\/div>        <div class=\"double-skin-card__header y-blue-1 p-20 hover-card\">                <a class=\"card-long-skin__bottom\" href=\"https:\/\/wiki.skin.club\/en\/items\/ssg-08-dragonfire-factory-new\">            <h3 class=\"flex-col\">                                    <div class=\"title-24-no-grad\">SSG 08<\/div>                    <div class=\"title-36 hover-el\">Dragonfire<\/div>                            <\/h3>                        <div class=\"go-arrow hover-el al-self-end\">                <div class=\"go-arrow__right go-arrow__part\">                    <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\">                        <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                    <\/svg>                <\/div>                <div class=\"go-arrow__center go-arrow__part\">                    <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\">                        <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                    <\/svg>                <\/div>                <div class=\"go-arrow__left go-arrow__part\">                    <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\">                        <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                    <\/svg>                <\/div>            <\/div>                    <\/a>    <\/div>        <div class=\"double-skin-card__bottom p-20\">        <div class=\"double-skin-card__grid\">                            <div class=\"title-16\">Quality<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">Covert<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Game Case<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">Glove Case<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Game Collection<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">The Glove Collection<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Price<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">$285 \u2013 $470<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Description<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\"><p>The SSG 08 | Dragonfire is renowned for its striking fiery dragon design, predominantly featuring bold red and orange hues. This skin showcases intricate artwork that perfectly captures the essence of its mythical inspiration.<\/p><\/div>                    <\/div>                <a class=\"btn-main blue with-icons\" href=\"https:\/\/wiki.skin.club\/en\/items\/ssg-08-dragonfire-factory-new\" target=\"_blank\">            <span class=\"btn-main__main\">                SSG 08 Dragonfire Wiki                <span class=\"btn-main__arrow-double\">                    <span class=\"btn-main__arrow-right go-arrow__part\">                        <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">                            <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                        <\/svg>                    <\/span>                    <span class=\"btn-main__arrow-center go-arrow__part\">                        <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">                            <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                        <\/svg>                    <\/span>                    <span class=\"btn-main__arrow-left go-arrow__part\">                        <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">                            <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                        <\/svg>                    <\/span>                <\/span>            <\/span>            <span class=\"btn-main__r\"><span> <\/span><span> <\/span><span><\/span><\/span>        <\/a>            <\/div><\/div><div class=\"double-skin-card y-blue-dif\" id=\"item-82221\">        <div        class=\"            double-skin-card__top card-long-skin y-blue-1 p-20 hover-card                                \"    >                    <div class=\"card-long-skin__bg up-to-card\">                <picture class=\"picture object-fit-cover\">                    <img class=\"picture__img object-fit-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bloodshot_LR.webp\" alt=\"SSG 08 | Bloodshot\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\">                <\/picture>            <\/div>                <div class=\"bg-bottom-abs-short\"> <\/div>    <\/div>        <div class=\"double-skin-card__header y-blue-1 p-20 hover-card\">                <a class=\"card-long-skin__bottom\" href=\"https:\/\/wiki.skin.club\/en\/items\/ssg-08-bloodshot-minimal-wear\">            <h3 class=\"flex-col\">                                    <div class=\"title-24-no-grad\">SSG 08<\/div>                    <div class=\"title-36 hover-el\">Bloodshot<\/div>                            <\/h3>                        <div class=\"go-arrow hover-el al-self-end\">                <div class=\"go-arrow__right go-arrow__part\">                    <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\">                        <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                    <\/svg>                <\/div>                <div class=\"go-arrow__center go-arrow__part\">                    <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\">                        <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                    <\/svg>                <\/div>                <div class=\"go-arrow__left go-arrow__part\">                    <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\">                        <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                    <\/svg>                <\/div>            <\/div>                    <\/a>    <\/div>        <div class=\"double-skin-card__bottom p-20\">        <div class=\"double-skin-card__grid\">                            <div class=\"title-16\">Quality<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">Classified<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Game Case<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">Shattered Web Case<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Game Collection<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">The Shattered Web Collection<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Price<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">$21 \u2013 $143<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Description<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\"><p>The SSG 08 | Bloodshot features a striking red and black color scheme, highlighted by a menacing eye motif. Adorned with the visage of a mythical beast, this skin gives your firearm a distinct and imposing presence.<\/p><\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">SKIN.CLUB CASES<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12 flex-col gap-5\">                                            <a class=\"double-skin-card__bright\" href=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/en\/cases\/open\/classified\">Classified Case<\/a>                                            <a class=\"double-skin-card__bright\" href=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/en\/cases\/open\/cs-winner\">CS Winner Case<\/a>                                            <a class=\"double-skin-card__bright\" href=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/en\/cases\/open\/mid_case\">Mid Case<\/a>                                    <\/div>                    <\/div>                <a class=\"btn-main blue with-icons\" href=\"https:\/\/wiki.skin.club\/en\/items\/ssg-08-bloodshot-minimal-wear\" target=\"_blank\">            <span class=\"btn-main__main\">                SSG 08 Bloodshot Wiki                <span class=\"btn-main__arrow-double\">                    <span class=\"btn-main__arrow-right go-arrow__part\">                        <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">                            <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                        <\/svg>                    <\/span>                    <span class=\"btn-main__arrow-center go-arrow__part\">                        <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">                            <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                        <\/svg>                    <\/span>                    <span class=\"btn-main__arrow-left go-arrow__part\">                        <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">                            <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                        <\/svg>                    <\/span>                <\/span>            <\/span>            <span class=\"btn-main__r\"><span> <\/span><span> <\/span><span><\/span><\/span>        <\/a>            <\/div><\/div><div class=\"double-skin-card y-blue-dif\" id=\"item-79567\">        <div        class=\"            double-skin-card__top card-long-skin y-blue-1 p-20 hover-card                                \"    >                    <div class=\"card-long-skin__bg up-to-card\">                <picture class=\"picture object-fit-cover\">                    <img class=\"picture__img object-fit-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blood-in-the-Water_LR.webp\" alt=\"SSG 08 | Blood in the Water\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\">                <\/picture>            <\/div>                <div class=\"bg-bottom-abs-short\"> <\/div>    <\/div>        <div class=\"double-skin-card__header y-blue-1 p-20 hover-card\">                <a class=\"card-long-skin__bottom\" href=\"https:\/\/wiki.skin.club\/en\/items\/ssg-08-blood-in-the-water-factory-new\">            <h3 class=\"flex-col\">                                    <div class=\"title-24-no-grad\">SSG 08<\/div>                    <div class=\"title-36 hover-el\">Blood in the Water<\/div>                            <\/h3>                        <div class=\"go-arrow hover-el al-self-end\">                <div class=\"go-arrow__right go-arrow__part\">                    <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\">                        <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                    <\/svg>                <\/div>                <div class=\"go-arrow__center go-arrow__part\">                    <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\">                        <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                    <\/svg>                <\/div>                <div class=\"go-arrow__left go-arrow__part\">                    <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\">                        <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                    <\/svg>                <\/div>            <\/div>                    <\/a>    <\/div>        <div class=\"double-skin-card__bottom p-20\">        <div class=\"double-skin-card__grid\">                            <div class=\"title-16\">Quality<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">Covert<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Game Case<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">CS:GO Weapon Case 2<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Game Collection<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">The Arms Deal 2 Collection<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Price<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\">$107 \u2013 $313<\/div>                            <div class=\"title-16\">Description<\/div>                <div class=\"blue-16-12\"><p>The SSG 08 | Blood in the Water showcases a fierce shark motif in a striking red and white color scheme, embodying the essence of a predator lurking beneath the surface. The design evokes the raw ferocity of a shark attack, making this skin as visually intimidating as it is effective in combat.<\/p><\/div>                    <\/div>                <a class=\"btn-main blue with-icons\" href=\"https:\/\/wiki.skin.club\/en\/items\/ssg-08-blood-in-the-water-factory-new\" target=\"_blank\">            <span class=\"btn-main__main\">                SSG 08 Blood in the Water Wiki                <span class=\"btn-main__arrow-double\">                    <span class=\"btn-main__arrow-right go-arrow__part\">                        <svg class=\"icon\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">                            <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/themes\/skinclub-v3\/assets\/images\/sprites\/main.stack.svg?v=1778248474#image-blue-arrow\"><\/use>                        <\/svg>                    <\/span>                    <span class=\"btn-main__arrow-center go-arrow__part\">                        <svg class=\"icon\" 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