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Joint US-Venezuelan operation captures notorious warcriminal. With official US involvement in stabilization efforts following the Venezuelan civil war confirmed ADANews has been given exclusive insight into some of the more sensitive parts of this operation. While images of US Marines guarding humanitarian supply posts and patroling major Venezuelan cities have been flooding social media in recent days, in the background more clandestine missions are carried out. American special forces have been conducting a large scale manhunt for a number of high profile members of the fallen Maduro regime. Some of these people have surrendered themselves to SUG forces but many more have fled into the more remote parts of the country along with the remnants of the former Venezuelan army. As a journalist for ADANews I was granted a rare permission to accompany US forces on one of these missions. I was taken blindfolded in a car to a remote staging area where I was intorduced to several masked and armed men. The men were identified simply as "Team Black" and "Team Green". It was explained to me that "Team Green" was the first unit in a program by the new Venezuelan government to build a western style special forces unit and "Team Black" was responsible for training and advising this unit. I was not informed what US Unit "Team Black" was part of. I was allowed to sit in on the teams briefing but was not allowed any camera or recording equipment. The plan layed out was a bold one and bordered on foolish. A daring raid against a townhouse in a remote village in broad daylight. One of the Venezuelan soldiers questioned why it would be done during daytime and the reson given was that the target was most likely not planning an overnight stay. The team had to go now, or be forced to wait until the next opportunity. The soldier seemed content with that reply. The target of the raid was one "Brigadier General Ernesto Molina". A man responsible for multiple terror campaigns again dissenting elements within Venezuela both before and during the civil war. The trip to the remote village took place in unmarked Toyota Landcruisers, as one of the soldiers put it: "If we roll in with big, lumbering military vehicles the rebels just run and hide in the jungle". The trip took no more than 20 minutes and when we arrived at the village the soldiers quickly lept out of the vehicles and surrounded what they had called "the target building". Three armed men came out on the building porch and were immedietly gunned down. The soldiers then stormed the building using a sledgehammer to break open the front door. I was left alone with the vehicles for about 5 minutes during which no gunfire was heard. After 5 minutes had passed the soldiers came back out with a handcuffed man and I was permitted to take one picture of the group before quickly being bundled back into the vehicles and driven back to the base we came from. Ernesto Molina was escorted away from the vehicles and into a different house. All my camera and recording equipment were seized by "Team Black" and only returned to me 2 days later having been "sanitized" Team Black and Team Green with the captured Brigadier General Molina Simon Tam War Correspondent ADANews

Application Accepted Mr. Rivera, Application accepted. Within the next hour, you will receive new forum permissions which will grant you access to the Welcome Aboard section where there are instructions to get you set up with our modpack. Your next step is to report for In-Processing. This verifies that you can connect to our server and prepares you for attending your first operation with a team. If your mods are installed correctly, it should only take about 20 minutes. You will then begin Assessment & Selection by attending the next available Operation for the team you wish to join. You will be attached to the headquarters element and will be guided through the operation by them. After completing the operation you will report for A&S Phase 2 where any tactical deficiencies will be corrected. If you have prior Military or MilSim experience and are found to be tactically proficient in the required areas, you will skip the second phase of A&S. If the Team HQ feels you are a good fit, you will then be selected and will complete your training with your new team. In Summary: Step 1. Review Welcome Aboard message and follow the Instructions. Step 2. Report for In-Processing. Thank you and once again, welcome, Hospitalman Recruit. Respectfully Submitted, Sgt Xanzi S-1 Personnel Detachment

Age: 38 First Name: Michael Last Name: Rivera Discord Username: Kobra Fleetworks (kobra17) Steam Profile Link:https://steamcommunity.com/id/KOBRA42/ ArmA III Player ID: 76561197986747104 Desired Duty Assignment: HM-L11A Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance Corpsman How Long have you been playing ArmA III: since Operation Flashpoint the original. Are you currently a member of an ArmA III gaming clan or unit?: No Do you own or, during the next time they are on sale, will you own the Arma 3 Apex and Contact DLCs? (Requirement) Have them all. Availability (Sunday/Saturday/Both): Both unless wife aggro How did you find out about our unit? Searching for a good unit for about three weeks. Finally ready to decide on one. If you were recruited by one of our members, who was it? n/a Why do you want to join the 3rd Marine Raider Battalion? im a veteran that lives in the middle of the mountains in west Virginia with starlink, hard to find friends cause so many people are smoking meth where i live and I just want to have a group of friends online to be able to game with on the weekend instead of going out to the bar and getting in trouble. Do you understand the definition of realism gaming according to the 3d MRB and willing to abide by this game style? Yes and thats why im here Do you understand this unit is EST(GMT -5) time zoned based. Operations take place on Saturday at 1800 EST and Sunday at 2000 EST. yes i am also EST

Application Accepted Mr. Gonzalez, Application accepted. Within the next hour, you will receive new forum permissions which will grant you access to the Welcome Aboard section where there are instructions to get you set up with our modpack. Your next step is to report for In-Processing. This verifies that you can connect to our server and prepares you for attending your first operation with a team. If your mods are installed correctly, it should only take about 20 minutes. You will then begin Assessment & Selection by attending the next available Operation for the team you wish to join. You will be attached to the headquarters element and will be guided through the operation by them. After completing the operation you will report for A&S Phase 2 where any tactical deficiencies will be corrected. If you have prior Military or MilSim experience and are found to be tactically proficient in the required areas, you will skip the second phase of A&S. If the Team HQ feels you are a good fit, you will then be selected and will complete your training with your new team. In Summary: Step 1. Review Welcome Aboard message and follow the Instructions. Step 2. Report for In-Processing. Thank you and once again, welcome, Private. Respectfully Submitted, Sgt Xanzi S-1 Personnel Detachment

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WARNING ORDER MSOT 8312 Viking SITUATION: MSOT 8312 has worked really hard lately. You deserve a beach episode. A day off has been permitted with moderate alcohol consumption courtesy of Manuel Diego Esperanza, owner of a local Tiki theme bar. LTC Brueske has volunteered to man the BBQ pit. ENEMY: Poor weather MPs FRIENDLY: Local Jetski rental place Manuel Diego Esperanza: Tiki bar owner MISSION: MSOT 8312 will Have a good time 160th SOAR will Provide BBQ support to MSOT 8312 COMMANDERS INTENT: Party! RECONNAISSANCE: WEATHER: Sunny 14NOV24 IU 17:00 SPECIAL EQUIPMENT Beachwear, Jetskis, rental cars SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Each element will designate a driver. Early load-in will be permitted around 19:20-19:30 EST ROE: Do not engage the tiki bar with excessive force. Code Words LAST CALL: Wrap up the night, time to go home. END WARNING ORDER

WARNING ORDER MSOT 8313 Hades SITUATION: With the collapse of the Venezuelan loyalist forces and the consolidation of the SUG forces across the North of the country, most direct engagements have ended with conventional forces. However, there are still pockets of loyalist resistance, and they appear to be attempting to establish an insurgency. SUG forces have been recognized as the legitimate government, but since they are overstretched attempting to solidify their new position, they have requested aid. Washington has agreed to help and is deploying us as advisors and support personnel to bolster the new Venezuelan forces. Use of identifiable markers for US personnel are now required and given our new role, we are not authorized to engage unless fired upon, unless explicitly instructed otherwise. ENEMY: The main OPFOR in this AO are the remnants of Loyalist units that were defeated conventionally and are now attempting to fight an insurgency. Force size, equipment, and exact tactics are unknown at this time. Expect normal insurgent actions. FRIENDLY: 1x Platoon SUG Government Infantry Forces + 1x BTR-80A for fire support. Friendly Infantry plans to approach from the west to enter the town after the enemy is decisively engaged. BTR-80 and 1x additional weapons squad can be routed to support fire from the South across the river if desired. MISSION: MSOT 8313 will Clear the military base/command and control node at OBJ Granite Be ready for possible further tasking 160th SOAR will Support MSOT 8313 Be ready for possible further tasking COMMANDERS INTENT: Clear the upper area of the town of "Caucasia" and provide support for friendly government forces assaulting the lower portions of the town. RECONNAISSANCE: Rook Provided ISR Imagery and Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oem36Bv9RZQ - Recorded ISR Footage 8313 AO WEATHER: Sunny/Partly Cloudy 14NOV24 IU 16:00 SPECIAL EQUIPMENT None SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS ROE: Unrestricted on any armed forces occupying OBJ Granite. Unknown Civilian Presence inside town, standard ROE regarding non-military buildings outside of the immediate objective area (Designated by the red border). Code Words SHATTER: Sending station is combat ineffective. HAVOC: Comms compromised, scramble comms. END WARNING ORDER

Mr. Gonzalez, Before we can process this application, it is required to provide a valid ARMA 3 Player ID. To find out how, please follow this link. Once you have found your player ID, please update your application with the proper PID, and post a reply in the topic in order to make the Recruiters aware of the update. We will process this application as soon as possible. Respectfully Submitted, HMC (FMF) Roe S-1 Chief

Tuulessa, Application accepted. Within the next hour, you will receive new forum permissions which will grant you access to the Welcome Aboard section where there are instructions to get you set up with our modpack. Your next step is to report for In-Processing. This verifies that you can connect to our server and prepares you for attending your first operation with a team. If your mods are installed correctly, it should only take about 20 minutes. You will then begin Assessment & Selection by attending the next available Operation with the 160th SOAR. You will be attached to aviation headquarters and will be guided through the operation by them. After completing the operation you will report for A&S Phase 2 where any tactical deficiencies will be corrected. If you have prior Military or MilSim experience and are found to be tactically proficient in the required areas, you will skip the second phase of A&S. If Aviation HQ feels you are a good fit, you will then be selected and will complete your training with your new team. In Summary: Step 1. Review Welcome Aboard message and follow the Instructions. Step 2. Report for In-Processing. Thank you and once again, welcome, Warrant Officer Candidate. Respectfully Submitted, HM1 (FMF) Roe S-1 Chief

Age: 18 First Name:Lemuel Last Name: Gonzalez Discord Username: DarkGhost050 Steam Profile Link:https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561199126905252/ ArmA III Player ID: 76561199126905252 Desired Duty Assignment: 0311 infantry How Long have you been playing ArmA III: 2 years/ 1k hours Are you currently a member of an ArmA III gaming clan or unit?: no Do you own or, during the next time they are on sale, will you own the Arma 3 Apex and Contact DLCs? (Requirement) (answer here) yes i own arma 3 Availability (Sunday/Saturday/Both):both How did you find out about our unit? (answer here) a recruter contacted me on discord If you were recruited by one of our members, who was it? (answer here) ThatGuyCoop Why do you want to join the 3rd Marine Raider Battalion? (answer here) honeslty i stoped playing arma 3 a long time ago, but i want to get back into it, my friend just got the game and i want to get him into it, i aslo heard the this unit is perry good and its has strature to it thats good for a unit to have with out it you have chaos Do you understand the definition of realism gaming according to the 3d MRB and willing to abide by this game style? (answer here) yes i do Do you understand this unit is EST(GMT -5) time zoned based. Operations take place on Saturday at 1800 EST and Sunday at 2000 EST. (answer here) yes i do

Age: 18 First Name: Lotta Last Name: Tuulessa Discord Username: Tuulessa Steam Profile Link: https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561199437720689/ ArmA III Player ID: 76561199437720689 Desired Duty Assignment: Rotary Wing Aviator How Long have you been playing ArmA III: 200ish Hours, most on my older siblings account. Are you currently a member of an ArmA III gaming clan or unit?: No Do you own or, during the next time they are on sale, will you own the Arma 3 Apex and Contact DLCs? (Requirement): Yes Availability (Sunday/Saturday/Both): Sundays How did you find out about our unit? Arma Discord If you were recruited by one of our members, who was it? Sgt Wood Why do you want to join the 3rd Marine Raider Battalion? The operations fit my schedule and the unit on face value appears to be well organized. Do you understand the definition of realism gaming according to the 3d MRB and willing to abide by this game style? Yes Do you understand this unit is EST(GMT -5) time zoned based. Operations take place on Saturday at 1800 EST and Sunday at 2000 EST. Yes

Mr. Wick, Application accepted. Within the next hour, you will receive new forum permissions which will grant you access to the Welcome Aboard section where there are instructions to get you set up with our modpack. Your next step is to report for In-Processing. This verifies that you can connect to our server and prepares you for attending your first operation with a team. If your mods are installed correctly, it should only take about 20 minutes. You will then begin Assessment & Selection by attending the next available Operation for the team you wish to join. You will be attached to the headquarters element and will be guided through the operation by them. After completing the operation you will report for A&S Phase 2 where any tactical deficiencies will be corrected. If you have prior Military or MilSim experience and are found to be tactically proficient in the required areas, you will skip the second phase of A&S. If the Team HQ feels you are a good fit, you will then be selected and will complete your training with your new team. In Summary: Step 1. Review Welcome Aboard message and follow the Instructions. Step 2. Report for In-Processing. Thank you and once again, welcome, Private. Respectfully Submitted, HA Rhoades S-1 Personnel Detachment

Mr. Alvarez, Thank you for your interest in the 3d MRB Realism Unit. Unfortunately we are unable to process your application at this time, as we do not allow Dual Clanning. Respectfully submitted, SSgt Stukas S-1 SNCOIC

Age: 31 First Name: Manuel Last Name: Alvarez Discord Username: alvymanny Steam Profile Link: https://steamcommunity.com/id/alvymanny/ ArmA III Player ID: 76561198046977743 Desired Duty Assignment: 003A Student Pilot, Rotary Wing Aviator How Long have you been playing ArmA III: 5904 hrs Are you currently a member of an ArmA III gaming clan or unit?: yes. schedules do not conlfict. Do you own or, during the next time they are on sale, will you own the Arma 3 Apex and Contact DLCs? (Requirement) I own it all. Availability (Sunday/Saturday/Both): Sunday: All day / Saturday (preferred): After 4pm CST How did you find out about our unit? Reddit If you were recruited by one of our members, who was it? Sgt Wood and LTC Brueske Why do you want to join the 3rd Marine Raider Battalion? To find, fix and destroy any enemy through fire and maneuver and to provide combat support and combat service support in coordinated operations as an integral member of the combined arms team. Do you understand the definition of realism gaming according to the 3d MRB and willing to abide by this game style? Yes. Do you understand this unit is EST(GMT -5) time zoned based. Operations take place on Saturday at 1800 EST and Sunday at 2000 EST. Yes.

Age: 19 First Name: Ethan Last Name: Wick Discord Username: Swick Steam Profile Link: https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561199110455535/ ArmA III Player ID: 76561199110455535 Desired Duty Assignment: Critical Skills Operator How Long have you been playing ArmA III: Roughly only 30 hours on the game. Fairly new to it Are you currently a member of an ArmA III gaming clan or unit?: No Do you own or, during the next time they are on sale, will you own the Arma 3 Apex and Contact DLCs? (Requirement) (answer here) Yes Availability (Sunday/Saturday/Both): It really varies weekly, but I am available on Sundays more often than Saturdays. How did you find out about our unit? Arma Discord If you were recruited by one of our members, who was it? N/A Why do you want to join the 3rd Marine Raider Battalion? After joining, I looked around at the organization and how the various teams are setup and I see promise within this unit. I asked about the pipeline, being a newer player to the game, and was assured this would be a good place for me. Further, the operation times fit my schedule better than other units. Do you understand the definition of realism gaming according to the 3d MRB and willing to abide by this game style? Yes Do you understand this unit is EST(GMT -5) time zoned based. Operations take place on Saturday at 1800 EST and Sunday at 2000 EST. Yes

Application Accepted Mr. Kessler, Application accepted. Within the next hour, you will receive new forum permissions which will grant you access to the Welcome Aboard section where there are instructions to get you set up with our modpack. Your next step is to report for In-Processing. This verifies that you can connect to our server and prepares you for attending your first operation with a team. If your mods are installed correctly, it should only take about 20 minutes. You will then begin Assessment & Selection by attending the next available Operation for the team you wish to join. You will be attached to the headquarters element and will be guided through the operation by them. After completing the operation you will report for A&S Phase 2 where any tactical deficiencies will be corrected. If you have prior Military or MilSim experience and are found to be tactically proficient in the required areas, you will skip the second phase of A&S. If the Team HQ feels you are a good fit, you will then be selected and will complete your training with your new team. In Summary: Step 1. Review Welcome Aboard message and follow the Instructions. Step 2. Report for In-Processing. Thank you and once again, welcome, Hospitalman Recruit. Respectfully Submitted, Sgt Xanzi S-1 Personnel Detachment

Age: 21 First Name: Florian Last Name: Kessler Discord Username: theneutralswiss Steam Profile Link: https://steamcommunity.com/id/TheNeutralSwiss/ ArmA III Player ID: 76561198165182917 Desired Duty Assignment: HM-L11A FMF Recon Corpsman How Long have you been playing ArmA III: 850 hours (about 3-4 years with different units) Are you currently a member of an ArmA III gaming clan or unit?: No Do you own or, during the next time they are on sale, will you own the Arma 3 Apex and Contact DLCs? (Requirement) Yes Availability (Sunday/Saturday/Both): Both How did you find out about our unit? Arma 3 Discord Recruiters If you were recruited by one of our members, who was it? Sicarius and ThatGuyAtCoop Why do you want to join the 3rd Marine Raider Battalion? Looking for a tight-knit and realistic Arma 3 unit to get my fix. Do you understand the definition of realism gaming according to the 3d MRB and willing to abide by this game style? Yes Do you understand this unit is EST(GMT -5) time zoned based. Operations take place on Saturday at 1800 EST and Sunday at 2000 EST. Yes

U.S. Military Supporting Venezuelan Rebels; Incident Highlights Challenges in New Phase of Democratization U.S. military forces are now operating in northern Venezuela in direct support of the Transitional Council’s rebel forces, following the death of Nicolás Maduro and the collapse of his loyalist government in much of the country. Marines and other U.S. personnel are working alongside rebel units to secure key infrastructure, stabilize contested regions, and prepare for humanitarian operations. The Pentagon confirmed the mission, stating, “U.S. forces are operating in support of efforts to restore democratic governance, uphold security, and protect civilians in coordination with Venezuela’s internationally recognized Transitional Council upon their request.” American personnel can be seen alongside rebel checkpoints and facilities, operating under U.S. flags. However, this new mission has not been without complications. During a routine security operation north of Chinu, a U.S. Marine vehicle reportedly opened fire on a civilian car after the driver failed to comply with checkpoint instructions. Though no injuries occurred, the vehicle was heavily damaged and the incident has sparked local frustration. The civilian involved, Luis Herrera, a 62-year-old delivery driver, spoke angrily to local media: “I did nothing wrong. I slowed down and then even stopped the car about 200 metres from their checkpoint. They didn’t say stop, they didn’t say go, and then suddenly they opened fire, when I tried to turn around, like I’m some kind of criminal. I ran for my life!” Herrera expressed outrage that no one from the U.S. forces had apologized directly, adding, “I worked ten years to buy that car. Now it’s scrap metal because some foreign soldier got nervous. Additionaly, it took me hours to find my way out of the jungle and I missed my granddaughter's wedding in Montelibano because of all this!” Mr. Herrera at the site of the alledged incident U.S. military officials declined to comment directly on the reported incident near Chinu, citing policies against discussing ongoing operations. A Pentagon spokesperson stated, “We do not comment on the specifics of operational movements or engagements in areas where U.S. forces may be present in support roles. However, we take any allegations of harm to civilians seriously and expect all personnel to uphold the highest standards of conduct and established Rules of Engagement.” Officials emphasized that any U.S. presence in the region is strictly focused on security cooperation and humanitarian preparation, not on direct engagement with Venezuelan civilians. Regarding compensation for the damaged vehicle, officials said such matters would be handled through appropriate local or transitional authorities, not through U.S. channels. Mr. Herrera with his damaged vehicle Editorial: Venezuela and the Perils of Another U.S. Intervention The recent news that U.S. military forces are operating openly in northern Venezuela in support of the Transitional Council should give everyone reason to pause. History has shown time and again that even well-intentioned interventions can spiral beyond their original objectives, leaving behind instability, resentment, and unintended consequences. The U.S. mission in Venezuela is framed as supporting democracy, protecting civilians, and helping stabilize a broken nation. These are admirable goals — but they sound strikingly familiar. From Vietnam and Iraq to Afghanistan, the pattern is clear: initial success breeds mission creep, which causes mistakes in turn causing friction with the local population. Eventually the backlash against foreign troops grows and they become seen not as liberators but occupiers. Already, the signs are there. The minor incident at a checkpoint — a Marine vehicle opening fire on a civilian’s car — has sparked anger and distrust among Venezuelans simply trying to survive. For Luis Herrera, the civilian whose livelihood was wrecked through no fault of his own, this is not a humanitarian mission. It’s an occupying force breaking things and walking away. Multiply that frustration by a thousand small mistakes, and goodwill evaporates fast. America’s military presence may help secure the Transitional Council’s fragile hold on power for now. But Washington must ask itself the harder question: how long will we stay, and at what cost? Stability cannot be imposed at gunpoint, and democracy rarely takes root under the shadow of foreign boots. If the U.S. is serious about helping Venezuela, it must ensure its presence does not sow the seeds of the next insurgency. The road to hell is paved with good intentions. Inés Suárez, On-Site Correspondent Del Mundo This article may also interest you: Two children killed by anti-personnel mines in the jungle near the town of Caucasia.

Mr. Ravn, Application accepted. Within the next hour, you will receive new forum permissions which will grant you access to the Welcome Aboard section where there are instructions to get you set up with our modpack. Your next step is to report for In-Processing. This verifies that you can connect to our server and prepares you for attending your first operation with a team. If your mods are installed correctly, it should only take about 20 minutes. You will then begin Assessment & Selection by attending the next available Operation for the team you wish to join. You will be attached to the headquarters element and will be guided through the operation by them. After completing the operation you will report for A&S Phase 2 where any tactical deficiencies will be corrected. If you have prior Military or MilSim experience and are found to be tactically proficient in the required areas, you will skip the second phase of A&S. If the Team HQ feels you are a good fit, you will then be selected and will complete your training with your new team. In Summary: Step 1. Review Welcome Aboard message and follow the Instructions. Step 2. Report for In-Processing. Thank you and once again, welcome, Private. Respectfully Submitted, Sgt Xanzi S-1 Personnel Detachment

Age: 18 First Name: Val Last Name: Ravn Discord Username: Kvitravn Steam Profile Link: https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198301936872/ ArmA III Player ID: 76561198301936872 Desired Duty Assignment: CSO How Long have you been playing ArmA III: 266 hours (started December 2024) Are you currently a member of an ArmA III gaming clan or unit?: Some casual units with friends Do you own or, during the next time they are on sale, will you own the Arma 3 Apex and Contact DLCs? (Requirement) No Availability (Sunday/Saturday/Both): Saturday How did you find out about our unit? Got Dmed by a recruiter If you were recruited by one of our members, who was it? ThatGuyCoop Why do you want to join the 3rd Marine Raider Battalion? I love Milsim arma 3 and this unit seems to embody that Do you understand the definition of realism gaming according to the 3d MRB and willing to abide by this game style? Yes Do you understand this unit is EST(GMT -5) time zoned based. Operations take place on Saturday at 1800 EST and Sunday at 2000 EST. Yes i do

WARNING ORDER MSOT 8313 Hades SITUATION: With the collapse of the Venezuelan loyalist forces and the consolidation of the SUG forces across the North of the country, most direct engagements have ended with conventional forces. However, there are still pockets of loyalist resistance, and they appear to be attempting to establish an insurgency. SUG forces have been recognized as the legitimate government, but since they are overstretched attempting to solidify their new position, they have requested aid. Washington has agreed to help and is deploying us as advisors and support personnel to bolster the new Venezuelan forces. Use of identifiable markers for US personnel are now required and given our new role, we are not authorized to engage unless fired upon, unless explicitly instructed otherwise. ENEMY: The main OPFOR in this AO are the remnants of Loyalist units that were defeated conventionally and are now attempting to fight an insurgency. Force size, equipment, and exact tactics are unknown at this time. Expect normal insurgent actions. FRIENDLY: Venezuelan SUG forces. Note: SUG forces have not yet been able to provide uniforms for all its soldiers. Expect some degree of variation and even civilian clothing in some cases. MISSION: MSOT 8313 will Link up with friendly forces and escort them with MRAPs to OBJ GULL Be ready for possible further tasking 160th SOAR will Support MSOT 8313 Be ready for possible further tasking COMMANDERS INTENT: Provide deterrence against any attempt to hinder SUG forces moving South RECONNAISSANCE: The accuracy of enemy positions along the front lines is based on possibly outdated intel given the fluid situation, and it should not be heavily relied upon. 8313 AO WEATHER: Rainy 11NOV24 IU 12:00 SPECIAL EQUIPMENT M-ATVs, SLAT Armor kit. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS ROE: 1. Do not fire unless hostile intent is shown. (Pointing weapons in your direction, maneuvering on your position, attempting to interfere with the convoy) 2. Armed civilians will be present in your AO, they are not to be engaged unless displaying hostile intent. 3. SHOUT, SHOW, SHOOT (Warning shots should be attempted but we recognize that this may not always be practical when faced with speeding vehicles and poor sightlines. Attempting to disable vehicles is preferable to killing the driver) 4. Respect civilian property (Minimize use of HE in and around structures whenever possible) 5. No entry in this ROE should be interpreted as forcing you to endanger your team needlessly. Exercise sound judgement at all times. Code Words SHATTER: Sending station is combat ineffective. HAVOC: Comms compromised, scramble comms. END WARNING ORDER

Mr. Nygaard, Application accepted. Within the next hour, you will receive new forum permissions which will grant you access to the Welcome Aboard section where there are instructions to get you set up with our modpack. Your next step is to report for In-Processing. This verifies that you can connect to our server and prepares you for attending your first operation with a team. If your mods are installed correctly, it should only take about 20 minutes. You will then begin Assessment & Selection by attending the next available Operation for the team you wish to join. You will be attached to the headquarters element and will be guided through the operation by them. After completing the operation you will report for A&S Phase 2 where any tactical deficiencies will be corrected. If you have prior Military or MilSim experience and are found to be tactically proficient in the required areas, you will skip the second phase of A&S. If the Team HQ feels you are a good fit, you will then be selected and will complete your training with your new team. In Summary: Step 1. Review Welcome Aboard message and follow the Instructions. Step 2. Report for In-Processing. Thank you and once again, welcome, Private. Respectfully Submitted, HA Rhoades S-1 Personnel Detachment

Age:23 First Name:Chad Last Name:Nygaard Discord Username:spindriftmoa Steam Profile Link:https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198075180222 ArmA III Player ID:76561198075180222 Desired Duty Assignment:CSO How Long have you been playing ArmA III:10k+ hours, Since aprox May 2013 Are you currently a member of an ArmA III gaming clan or unit?: No Do you own or, during the next time they are on sale, will you own the Arma 3 Apex and Contact DLCs? (Requirement) (answer here) I own Every DLC Availability (Sunday/Saturday/Both):Both, But I am in law Enforcement IRL so I am required to work every other weekend. But I can be at both on my weekends off How did you find out about our unit? (answer here)Arma 3 Discord If you were recruited by one of our members, who was it? (answer here)ThatGuyAtCoop Why do you want to join the 3rd Marine Raider Battalion? (answer here)I have always been a huge fan of realistic operations in arma 3. I myself have never been apart of a Marine Corps themed unit and the research I have done on the unit shows that this unit takes itself seriously and also has a really nice structure to it that reminds me of how an Actual marine unit would be structured which is what I would love to be apart of. Do you understand the definition of realism gaming according to the 3d MRB and willing to abide by this game style? (answer here)I do and I am very ok with the game style Do you understand this unit is EST(GMT -5) time zoned based. Operations take place on Saturday at 1800 EST and Sunday at 2000 EST. (answer here)This works for me as I am in CST

Age:23 First Name:Chad Last Name:Nygaard Discord Username:spindriftmoa Steam Profile Link:https://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198075180222 ArmA III Player ID:76561198075180222 Desired Duty Assignment:CSO How Long have you been playing ArmA III:10k+ hours, Since aprox May 2013 Are you currently a member of an ArmA III gaming clan or unit?: No Do you own or, during the next time they are on sale, will you own the Arma 3 Apex and Contact DLCs? (Requirement) (answer here) I own Every DLC Availability (Sunday/Saturday/Both):Both, But I am in law Enforcement IRL so I am required to work every other weekend. But I can be at both on my weekends off How did you find out about our unit? (answer here)Arma 3 Discord If you were recruited by one of our members, who was it? (answer here)ThatGuyAtCoop Why do you want to join the 3rd Marine Raider Battalion? (answer here)I have always been a huge fan of realistic operations in arma 3. I myself have never been apart of a Marine Corps themed unit and the research I have done on the unit shows that this unit takes itself seriously and also has a really nice structure to it that reminds me of how an Actual marine unit. Do you understand the definition of realism gaming according to the 3d MRB and willing to abide by this game style? (answer here)I do and I am very ok with the game style Do you understand this unit is EST(GMT -5) time zoned based. Operations take place on Saturday at 1800 EST and Sunday at 2000 EST. (answer here)This works for me as I am in CST

WARNING ORDER MSOT 8312 VIKING SITUATION: With the collapse of the Venezuelan loyalist forces and the consolidation of the SUG forces across the North of the country, most direct engagements have ended with conventional forces. However, there are still pockets of loyalist resistance, and they appear to be attempting to establish an insurgency. SUG forces have been recognized as the legitimate government, but since they are overstretched attempting to solidify their new position, they have requested aid. Washington has agreed to help and is deploying us as advisors and support personnel to bolster the new Venezuelan forces. Use of identifiable markers for US personnel are now required and given our new role, we are not authorized to engage unless fired upon, unless explicitly instructed otherwise. ENEMY: The main OPFOR in this AO are the remnants of Loyalist units that were defeated conventionally and are now attempting to fight an insurgency. Force size, equipment, and exact tactics are unknown at this time. Expect normal insurgent actions. FRIENDLY: Venezuelan SUG forces. Note: SUG forces have not yet been able to provide uniforms for all its soldiers. Expect some degree of variation and even civilian clothing in some cases. MISSION: MSOT 8312 will conduct a mounted patrol to investigate suspicious activity to the South of FOB BRASS at POIs APACHE, DAKOTA, IROQUOIS & COMANCHE Interupting tasking may be required as Intel becomes available. ROUNDTABLE will advise. 160th SOAR will Support MSOT 8312 Interupting tasking may be required as Intel becomes available. ROUNDTABLE will advise. COMMANDERS INTENT: Demonstrate our presence and support the new government. Pick a fight with local insurgents. RECONNAISSANCE: Frontlines are no longer present in this AO. Enemy forces have melted into the jungle or into the civilian population. Precise locations of insurgent cells is not available. Any intel you gather in field will improve the picture. 8312 AO WEATHER: Clear 09NOV24 IU 14:00 SPECIAL EQUIPMENT M-ATVs, SLAT Armor kit. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS ROE: 1. Do not fire unless hostile intent is shown. (Pointing weapons in your direction, maneuvering on your position, attempting to interfere with the convoy) 2. Armed civilians will be present in your AO, they are not to be engaged unless displaying hostile intent. 3. SHOUT, SHOW, SHOOT (Warning shots should be attempted but we recognize that this may not always be practical when faced with speeding vehicles and poor sightlines. Attempting to disable vehicles is preferable to killing the driver) 4. Respect civilian property (Minimize use of HE in and around structures whenever possible) 5. No entry in this ROE should be interpreted as forcing you to endanger your team needlessly. Exercise sound judgement at all times. Code Words SHATTER: Sending station is combat ineffective. HAVOC: Comms compromised, scramble comms. END WARNING ORDER