|Freedom| Specializations

Yorty · 12-09-2011

Specializations

Fighters are the backbone of Freedom's military arm. Sporting any equipment from the good ol' flecktarn jumpsuit and reliable ZM-LR300 rifle, all the way up to the heavy-duty exoskeleton and devastating G36, these brave stalkers put it all on the line for Freedom's continued survival within the Zone. Using experience gained in their Loner days, or learned from some of Freedom's more veteran members, they fight to stave off advances from Duty squads, Monolith infiltrators, and all manner of mutant. With additional specialized training from Freedom's tactical advisors, these stalkers are a versatile bunch. From the basic rifleman, to the more advanced demolitions expert, together they possess all the skills needed to take the Zone for Freedom, and spread its miracles throughout the world.

Marksmen are a supporting element of Freedom's military arm. These stalkers are renown throughout the Zone as some of the greatest killers around, capable of taking down a target at ranges that far surpass the capability of the average stalker, and even Freedom's own fighters. Their role is two-fold. Primarily, they will serve as long-range support troops, equipped with accurate, but lightweight and portable, weaponry such as the Vintorez or Dragunov. The other side of the coin is the spotters, usually only armed with scoped rifles, these men are hand-picked for their superb eyesight and ability to call out targets at great ranges when aided by their weapon's scope, or a pair of binoculars. Freedom's marksmen are capable of easily disorganizing an enemy force by killing off important targets before they know what hit them, or bringing down a particularly dangerous mutant, all on the way to opening the Zone for any and all.

Medics are another supporting element of Freedom, though it isn't uncommon for Freedom to offer the service of their medical experts to Loners in need. Varying widely in skill, from basic medical knowledge, to former doctors and (rarely) surgeons from hospitals in the Ukraine, or perhaps other places in the world, Freedom's array of medical specialists are all responsible for the general well-being of its members, and the survival any members injured in combat. Though they often operate within the confines of Freedom's various outposts, as what medical equipment they have isn't particularly mobile, it's not too uncommon to see a medic assigned to one of Freedom's patrols, or an assault group hell-bent on removing a rather annoying mutant nest. Though their capability to provide aid "on the field" is limited, it can be lifesaving if the proper supplies are available. The medical profession is a difficult one to carry out within the confines of the Zone, given the complete absence of any advanced equipment, but Freedom's medics have managed to pull through on more than one occasion, keeping Freedom's lads in the fight as they work their way towards a free Zone.

Scouts are the reconnaissance arm of Freedom. Creeping in the shadows, these stalkers are responsible for gathering information regarding the Zone's various territories, and what's going on within them. This could include potential faction movements within a certain territory, or locating favored mutant hiding spots and feeding grounds. It's not uncommon for them to be assigned as a member of an assault group either, checking ahead of the main body and marking out potentially-troublesome enemy positions, and then reporting it back to the force's commander in order to make their life that much easier. Although rare, some Freedom commanders have been known to utilize scouts in conjunction with marksmen teams when a trained spotter isn't present, as the scouts' inclination towards stealth allows them to negate the lesser vision range they'll usually possess. Furthermore, on occasion, scouts are formed into larger groups that are then tasked with using their superior knowledge of the more "shady" guerilla tactics to set up various ambushes against opposing forces. With their information, Freedom's military forces will easily have everything they need to clear a path towards a free Zone.

Qualifications & Sub-Specialties

Fighters:
Demolition Expert - Individual Freedomers who have spent a great deal of time learning about all things explosive. Capable of creating, modifying, and utilizing various explosive charges of nearly any size. While the material may not always be available for them to create their deadliest toys, these specialists have experience with improvising. Trained and equipped accordingly.

CQB Specialist - Grizzled Freedom soldiers who have the stomach, and the sheer courage, needed to participate in one of the deadliest warfare occupations; Close Quarters Battle. Mostly making use of various shotguns, these men are mostly used for the purpose of clearing buildings and otherwise tight quarters, such as underground tunnels. Trained and equipped accordingly.

Grenadier - Freedomers who have an affinity for explosives, though perhaps not to the same degree as the Demolitions Experts. Instead, these Freedomers prefer the use of various hand grenades, or launched 40mm M209 Grenades, and make good use of them during combat. Clearing out hardened nests of enemy resistance by flushing them from their cover, or causing large amounts of damage to mutants in their cramped dens. Trained and equipped accordingly.

Marksmen:
Sniper - Highly skilled individuals that have perfected the art of long range combat. They utilize high-powered rifles in order to take down a variety of targets at ranges even greater than that of the average Marksman. Trained and equipped accordingly.

Marksman - These Freedomers have trained up their individual marksmanship to a more-than-respectable point, and put it to good use for Freedom's cause. Often serving as a support asset with one of Freedom's primary squads, they offer fire support with their high-powered sniper rifles, or simple scoped assault rifles, from the rear during mid & long-range engagements. These Freedomers generally focus on removing high-value targets from opposing forces in order to bring a swift end to combat, the process made even easier with the support of another Marksman, or even a Spotter, at their side. Trained and equipped accordingly.

Medics:
Combat Medic - These Freedomers are a brave bunch, using their array of medical knowledge to patch up their comrades, even while a firefight unfolds around them. While they're certainly not expert physicians with all sorts of fancy medical degrees, they've got enough know-how to save more than a few lives, or at least keep one of their pals alive long enough to make it back to base. Even better, these Freedomers don't sacrifice combat ability for their added medical knowledge, making them just as useful while the shooting is going on, as when it's stopped. Trained and equipped accordingly.

Physician - A rare breed in the Zone, these Freedomers generally come from a pre-Zone medical background. Usually having prior experience from working in various hospitals or medical clinics, these Freedomers are the go-to guys when you've got a wound that's too much for the average" butcher" to patch up. Their expertise has saved more than a few lives, and prevented Freedom from reaching an inability to continue their march towards a free Zone. Trained and equipped accordingly.

Scouts:
Spotter - Freedom scouts that, in addition to their skills in the arts of subtlety, possess excellent eyesight and a supreme attention to detail. These Freedomers are assigned to snipers to support them with target identification and, as the name would suggest, target spotting. Individually, they remain skilled fighters, and as such are generally assigned as "security" for their accompanying sniper. Trained and equipped accordingly.

Reconnaissance Specialist - Freedomers who have tried their hand at the subtle arts, and proven more than adept at them. Sneaking ahead of primary squads to check out the terrain up ahead, or around enemy defenses to mark their positions, these Freedomers are responsible for many of Freedom's quick victories over any would-be opposition. They ain't half bad in a combat situation either, and many are known to assist in whatever combat operation they were sent to collect information for just prior. They're a mixed breed of spy and soldier, a combination that many of Freedom's enemies find too deadly to resist. Trained and equipped accordingly.

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