S Squadron

UPDATE: 18 June 2017 The following video is an edited playthrough of Tac Ex Blue Mountain that will give you some insight into our weekly sessions. Towards the end stages of Employment Training, S Squadron runs tactical exercises to test of all the TTPs covered in training and to provide a challenging exercise in order to enhance operational capability. 2017 SELECTION Those wanting to join S Squadron will face a scaled down version of the infamous UKSF Selection Course, providing a high level of immersion while implementing game relevant tasks. On passing selection members are given the unique opportunity to operate and train as a member of the UKSF, experiencing exclusive insight into the undisclosed tactics, techniques and procedures, as well as all modern equipment and vehicles, currently in use by the UKSF. We are looking for players who: Are 21+ years old Speak and understand fluent English Are able to attend weekly Tuesday evening (GMT) sessions Are not a member of any other ArmA units Own a legal version of ArmA and any required DLCs Are able to install and update addons without assistance (Play withSIX & manually) If you think you have what it takes apply on our website or contact us on Facebook for further information.

BACKGROUND S Squadron is a multinational ArmA 3 unit that emulates a real world 22 Special Air Service Squadron, offering the opportunity to operate and train as a member of the UKSF, implementing undisclosed tactics, techniques, procedures, as well as modern equipment and vehicles. S Squadron was founded by a group of like-minded individuals with years of experience within various milsim and realism units, across different games and platforms. This provides members with an enjoyable team atmosphere and exciting and unique gameplay features, making all training, operations, organisation, equipment and vehicles are as close to the real life counterpart as possible. ABOUT S Squadron is an ArmA 3 multiplayer group which takes pride in its level of immersion and professionalism as well as maintaining the important balance between realism, gameplay and fun. Operations are conducted using multiple methods of insertion including high altitude parachute drops, undercover infiltration, covert underwater insertion, air assault and vehicular insertion utilising heavy weapons platforms. Our exclusive insight allows for a high level of immersion and realism in our training programs as well as during operations. S Squadron conducts dynamic operations, all of which aim to emulate the actions of an SAS Squadron. Missions are created by a highly skilled development team, with expertise in current UKSF operations. The core staff have particular skillsets that assist the daily, weekly and monthly operation of the unit, ranging from mission development and scripting, to custom addon creation and server management. This provides a high quality experience for members who experience fantastic realism gameplay during our private sessions. JOINING Those wanting to join S Squadron will face a scaled down version of the UKSF Selection Course, providing a high level of immersion while implementing game relevant tasks for candidates that will test their abilities. The S Squadron Selection Course is run on set dates, the details of which will be posted on our forums. If you are interested in joining, please check the following requirements to proceed: Over 21 years old Speak and understand fluent English Professional, dedicated and mature attitude Able to attend weekly Tuesday evening (GMT) sessions Decent grasp of basic land navigation techniques Not a member of any other ArmA3 units Own a legal version of ArmA3 and any required DLCs Able to install and update addons without assistance (Play withSIX & manually) Visit our website, Facebook page, or review our information pack for more information.

UPDATE: 25 April 2017 S Squadron delivers a comprehensive and intense training programme while maintaining the all important element of fun that is the core value of our ArmA community. Through this, and our exclusive insight into the UKSF, we attempt to achieve a level of professionalism, comradeship, and integrity of that of our real world counterparts. WE ARE NOW RECRUITING FOR OUR SUMMER 2017 SELECTION We are looking for members of the ArmA community who think that they have what it takes, are looking for a challenge and something a little different from the norm. We are looking for players who: Are 21+ years old Speak and understand fluent English Are able to attend weekly Tuesday evening (GMT) sessions Are not a member of any other ArmA units Own a legal version of ArmA and any required DLCs Are able to install and update addons without assistance (Play withSIX & manually) If you feel you meet this criteria, click here to be directed to the website to apply. I'VE APPLIED, WHAT'S NEXT? There are multiple stages to the application/selection process: We review all applications against the above criteria and approve or RTU. We invite potential candidates to interview to discuss their application and answer any questions they may have. If successful, candidates are then put forward for selection: Phase 1: Land Navigation/Endurance Phase 2: Jungle Phase - Instruction and assessment of small unit tactics provided by our UKSF trained DS. Phase 3: Escape & Evasion - Conduct a covert operation under the constant threat of capture. When caught you will be subject to tactical questioning. If you think you have what it takes apply on our website or contact us on Facebook for further information.

UPDATE: 30 December 2016 OPERATIONS The end of the year brings the close of the Squadron's contingency tasking, during which S Squadron formed part of a UKSF contigent in the Arabian Peninsular providing assistance to arrest an AQAP facilitator and to gather intelligence on the location of a Saudi Airman, downed whilst conducting operations against AQAP within Yemen. DEPLOYMENT In January the Squadron will deploy to Nigeria on anti-piracy operations to deny further exploitation by militant groups in the south of the country. The Nigerian government is adamant that it has the capability to tackle the threat of islamist insurgency in the north, and has asked for specific assistance from UKSF in quashing growing Anti-Government Pirate Militia (AGPM) and Bakasi Strike Force (BSF) operations on its eastern border with Cameroon. SELECTION On return from deployment at the end of January we will be running our next selection course. If you are interested in joining, visit our website, Facebook page, or review our information pack for more information.

UPDATE: 27 June 2016 S Squadron provides a distinctive opportunity for ArmA players - train and operate as a member of an operational SAS squadron, as close to the real life counterpart as possible. Our focus on professionalism and immersion is achieved not only through game content designed specifically for the unit, but through our exclusive insight into the world of the United Kingdom Special Forces. In September we will be running our next selection course where members of the ArmA community can put themselves forward as candidates. On passing selection you will become part of a welcoming and lively community focused on teamwork and cohesion: "I joined SSQN as a former professional soldier in the UK Forces of 8 years... I went through the selection process which took roughly a couple of weeks. It was unique, the only experience like it. I've been in other clans/squads where they have you sucking eggs. It really separates the wheat from the chaff. Definitely well worth joining if you're looking for a professional team of players who play regularly and enjoy the SF experience." - Cross (Member since December 2015) "Fundamentally, SSQN is everything you could want from an ArmA group. I'm a new addition here, but have spent years on the ArmA scene and have never had the pleasure of being part of such a switched on bunch of individuals. The knowledge is here, the experience is here but most importantly of all, the bants. The bants are here." - Tom (Member since April 2016) CONTINGENCY TASKING S Squadron will spend the first few weeks of July conducting contingency operations within the UKSF areas of responsibility. S Squadron will conduct an operation in Libya operating alongside anti-daesh local forces on the ground in securing the safety and extraction of British petroleum company staff. S Squadron elements will then conduct operations in support of the UK civil power on UK sovereign soil, providing the standby force for counter terror situations. DEPLOYMENT At the beginning of August, S Squadron will conduct two weeks of pre-deployment familiarisation training on water-borne and maritime operations (utilising new assets added with the APEX Expansion) to build capability to conduct littoral special operations. Squadron elements will then begin a five week counter-piracy deployment off the horn of Africa. The squadron will conduct counter-piracy strike operations, HVI arrests, hostage rescue, support of indigenous forces and denial of key pirate infrastructure during the tour. JOINING If you are interested in becoming a member, visit our website, Facebook page, or review our information pack for more information.

UPDATE: 19 March 2016 S Squadron has had a busy start to the year... SELECTION & TRAINING Our exclusive selection course runs several times a year with the aim of recruiting the most suitable candidates from the ArmA3 community. January marked the second intake for the squadron. Phase 1 saw candidates carrying out timed navigation, marksmanship and observation exercises. Phase 2 included training in patrol techniques and small unit tactics and in the final test, Phase 3, candidates had to apply all these skills in a tactical exercise. Phase 3, otherwise known as escape and evasion, is unique to ArmA3 not only in its level of immersion, but also in the methods used to test the abilities and weaknesses of the individual and how they work within a team. You can find out more about our selection process here. During February, new members began their Employment training. During this probationary period Troopers were instructed in all the skills required for operations with the squadron such as completing an advanced parachutist course, marksmanship courses as well as small unit tactics and CQB training. OPERATIONS With a final intake of around 50%, the Squadron began its rotation of contingency taskings. At the end of February the Squadron was deployed to Iraq to assist Kurdish forces in Al-Ba'aj District where ISIL fighters had seized an Iraqi Army border checkpoint. 3 HVIs of interest to the UK were identified and eliminated on target. The squadron was deployed to Kunduz Province, Afghanistan in March as part of Operation Cathedral, working alongside Afghan Special Forces in Chardara District in an effort to disrupt an influx of foreign fighters. JOINING At the end of March the squadron will return from its deployment to staff UKSF Selection for the third time. The course is scheduled to start on April 5th and applications are now open. If you are interested in joining, visit our website, Facebook page, or review our information pack for more information.

Squad name: S Squadron Timezone/location: GMT (UK) Gamemode preference: Coop Contact email: info@ssqn.co.uk Website address: http://www.ssqn.co.uk/ Short description: UKSF realism unit Language: English

Hey man, under the waypoint, You can adjust wether their combat state to "safe" and their speed to "Limited" Will make them walk like they are on a patrol. you can also adjust what formation they are in. if you want them to continue put the last waypoint to "Cycle" and their will walk back to the first Waypoint.