No Man's Land

"I dunno... An area this size, this many bad guys - I don't think you people can handle it alone. I mean, no offense, but I don't like the idea of throwing you people to the wolves."

"Captain, we are the wolves."

The year is 2020.

The world is a house of cards. Pull just one part out and the whole thing falls.

Civil War. Criminal Syndicates running the government. Police states. Militia groups committing genocide. The world is a mess, and most countries are unable or unwilling to do anything about it. No point wasting resources on lost causes.

Enter the Vigilance Accord. Signed by most of the world's governments still willing to cooperate in the UN, the Accord empowers an international paramilitary force to be set up and given power to act in any country that ratified the treaty upon request of the government.

This organization was named Jormungand. Apt, considering what it's meant to do. It recruits the best of the best from the world's armies. A multinational group working across different borders. The world's most able minds and bodies congregated in one place with one purpose - to clean up the mess when all else fails.

We have the best tech. The best soldiers. The best training.

Too bad we don't have the numbers. That wouldn't be so bad, if we weren't being constantly connected with "liaisons" that are so overworked or inept we'd be better off going in blind without them. That's if these assholes weren't leaking intel or working with the enemy.

I don't have hard evidence, but I'm sticking to that theory.

There's no reason why the PLM would have caught us in an ambush the moment we hit the ground. No reason why our escorts were unarmed and the base we were going to operate out of only had a token force assigned to it. In the middle of a fucking. Civil. War.

Someone sold us down the river. Now my team is dead.

So this is Hunter broadcasting on all secure Jormungand channels, requesting immediate aid. I'm hoping this transmission is enough for you guys to find me, because the PLM has taken over the surrounding areas and I'm stuck in the middle of enemy territory in an old World War 2 bunker barely able to stop an RPG at this point.

This RP is basically set a few years in the future, with technology somewhere between SHIELD and Ghost Recon levels of capability for Jormungand operatives. We'll be starting in Myanmar, where a militant group - the Project Liberty Movement has taken control of part of the country and is fighting government forces.

I'm only looking for a small group of dedicated RPers to run this, and will decide based on the CS and such posted here.

Sample character sheet below.

Name: Ephraim Tatsuya Nishizumi
Age: 28
Callsign: Hunter
Nationality: Singapore

Specialty: Electronic Warfare/Intelligence and Sabotage Operations

History:

Born to Japanese immigrants, Ephraim grew up in the small but prosperous city-state with all the education and security he could ask for. Displaying an aptitude for electronic engineering and computer science from a young age, his parents being founders of a tech company didn't hurt as he breezed through school and graduated university at age 18, when he was enlisted in the Singapore Armed Forces.

The small city-state relies on a citizens' army to provide for its defense, coupling that with modern technology to deter external threats and assist in humanitarian and peacekeeping operations in the region. Ephraim's technical ability saw him right at home in the Military Intelligence branch as a recce scout, using drones and electronic warfare to secure intel or sabotage enemy operations.

Near the end of his 2 years of compulsory service, however, his parents were killed in a bio-terror attack when a disgruntled and radicalized employee released a weaponized pathogen in the research lab. While his commanders gave him leave to see to his parent's affairs, he disappeared for 36 hours after the funeral. During that time, the man responsible for the attack vanished as well from under the noses of law enforcement who were getting close to arresting the culprit.

While rumors spread that Ephraim was the one who had "disappeared" the man responsible, there was no trace that indicated foul play was involved. Shortly after, the young man signed on as a regular in the SAF, determined to prevent the tragedy from happening to anyone ever again, before eventually being recruited by Jormungand.

His training as a recce trooper and later work collating intelligence as an officer already made for an impressive record, but Ephraim truly shined when he was given all the new equipment Jormungand had to offer. He led Alpha Team, codenamed "Hawkeye", meant to assist local forces in intelligence gathering, sabotage and HVT procurement operations.

Personality:

There are two sides to Ephraim - the serious, cool-headed and calm soldier when in uniform, and curious, sarcastic scientist when out of it. A devout Christian from birth, he seems to have no problems reconciling what he does as an operative and his faith. When asked, his answers are often evasive or brushed aside with dark humor, but one need only observe him in his private moments to see the conflict brewing in his eyes.

While he has a no-nonsense approach to his work, he understands the need for levity. He's pretty laissez-faire about how his team gets their duties seen to as long as they're done to satisfaction. His first priority is the survival of his team before the mission and will not tolerate any behavior that puts them in danger, whether from others or themselves.

Ephraim is cagey about his past, especially when it comes to what really happened after his parents' funeral. He shares funny moments and childhood stories easily enough, but easily diverts the conversation when it comes to a topic he doesn't want to talk about. One thing is clear, however, and it's that whatever lies behind his silence drives him. He's a fierce ally on or off the battlefield, and just a intimidating an enemy.

Preferred choice of weaponry:

ST Kinetics SSMG-21 - A .45 submachine gun developed in his homeland, the SSMG-21 is a low-recoil, accurate and versatile weapon meant for use in practically any environment. It's main selling point is that the platform is easily modifiable to fit the user's needs and can even be switched to an assault rifle variant if need be.

Advanced Recon & Engagement System (ARES) - A drone roughly the half the size of an adult male, ARES is a Jormungand developed drone built to operate in any environment in any role. Ephraim treats his as if it were a pet, nicknaming it "Blackwing". Where his SSMG-21 lacks in firepower, it's more than compensated for with ARES. It can carry anything from an assault rifle up to a 40mm grenade launcher with six rounds. It comes equipped with different sensors for mid to long range recon as well.

So essentially, an elite team of operators who act independent of governments worldwide? Who also have possession of the highest tiers of technology and training by the elite of elite? Interesting and I'm interested if this gets off the ground properly.

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Captain Casey Harkenson

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Age: 34

Gender: Male

Specialty: Direct Action & Unconventional Warfare

Call-Sign: Hitman

Weapon(s): {Listed Below}
“Honey-Badger” – a modified HK 416A4; equipped with Aimpoint 2x red-dot sight and magnifier. Additionally equipped with integrated suppressor and foregrip for stability purposes.

”Lilly-Belle” – a modified Colt 1911A4; equipped with Surefire flashlight and Trijicon tritium sights. Additionally equipped with quick-removal suppressor when needed for various operations.

Equipment: Depending on the classification of his assigned mission, Casey is trained to utilize varying types of munitions and tactics to engage his enemy. This requires a back-brief on what equipment is authorized for his and the team's mission.

History: Captain Harkenson, Casey A. was born in the continental United States to a prestigious military family. All first-born Harkenson's have served in all branches of the military and are graduates from their academies. Casey Harkenson was the first to break tradition by enlisting into the Marine Corps at the minimum age required. Graduating at the top of his series of recruits, he reported to infantry training in North Carolina. From there, he completed his basic infantry skills and transferred to California for Basic Reconnaissance Training. Upon completion, Harkenson was assigned to the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion from where he deployed to the middle east conflicts. Distinguishing himself, he received a field promotion to Second Lieutenant and retained the rank upon return to the States.

Following his return to the US, he made countless volunteer rotations back to the middle east and served in numerous firefights. During his tenure in Afghanistan, he was asked to try out for the Marine Corps Special Operations Command (MARSOC). Passing the assessment and selection course in-country, he returned state-side to continue his training with MARSOC. Once finished, he was assigned as a First Lieutenant to the Second Marine Raider battalion; deploying immediately to classified operations in the Orient with his team. Upon attainment of the rank of Captain, having established a strong name with the Special Operations community, he was asked again to join up with another team with further secrecy. Upon checking in with his new post, he discovered that he was now a piece of a multi-government special operations organization; who was created to combat all terrorist acts and all potential hostilities threatening world peace. As any other assignment, Harkenson took his new post with stride and soon was back in the field with a new team.

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