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Re: Basic equipment for a soldier
Posted: Tue Dec 25, 2012 9:25 pm
by Blindscout
Otselotovaya wrote:My teammates and I are working on a RECON campaign, where the characters are loosely based on Marvel's Howling Commandos. Essentially, a ragtag eight-man Marine LRRP unit. We've figured out the weapons that each character carries; however, when it comes to non-weapon gear, I'm having trouble figuring out what to carry.
For instance, my character (based on "Rebel" Ralston) is a Point/Grenadier. Here are the weapons I selected:
* Shotgun, with a 40-round bandolier
* 2 smoke grenades
* 2 fragmentation grenades
* Browning 9mm pistol, with 2 clips
* Throwing knife
With the other gear, however, I'm a bit stumped. Should it be different equipment per game session (depending on the squad's mission), or remain fairly consistent? Plus, what SHOULD a point man carry at all times? I know with Rifts, they offer "starter kits" for the various OCCs, but not with this game.
A compass and a map
Re: Basic equipment for a soldier
Posted: Tue Dec 25, 2012 9:38 pm
by flatline
Something to eat. Eye protection. First Aid kit. Drinking water.
Try googling for the contents of our soldier's packs during the Korean or Vietnam war. It's probably out there somewhere.
--flatline
Re: Basic equipment for a soldier
Posted: Tue Dec 25, 2012 9:54 pm
by Jefffar
There's also an example within the RPG itself.
Re: Basic equipment for a soldier
Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2012 12:39 am
by tmikesecrist3
A watch. Water purification tablets, If your in south east Asia Insect repellent,
Some one should Aways have a Back pack radio,
And colored smoke canisters to signal for air support
Re: Basic equipment for a soldier
Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2013 4:32 am
by robertbc73
If you can find a copy of Rifts Mercenaries, the NG-S2 Survival pack might be what you just need.
Re: Basic equipment for a soldier
Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 12:11 am
by SittingBull
robertbc73 wrote:If you can find a copy of Rifts Mercenaries, the NG-S2 Survival pack might be what you just need.
GOGO NG-S2!
Re: Basic equipment for a soldier
Posted: Sat Mar 23, 2013 3:31 am
by Goliath Strongarm
SittingBull wrote:robertbc73 wrote:If you can find a copy of Rifts Mercenaries, the NG-S2 Survival pack might be what you just need.
GOGO NG-S2!
I know this is old, but forgive me for bringing to life again.
Wet weather bag
Socks (at least a couple pair)
LRRP will also carry
Spare boots
Spare uniforms
Poncho liner (replace blanket with this)
Sleeping bag
At a minimum......
Re: Basic equipment for a soldier
Posted: Sun May 19, 2013 10:15 pm
by flatline
Otselotovaya wrote:I meant to post this a couple of weeks ago, but my computer's been trying to commit suicide for a while.
I spoke with one friend, and he came up with an interesting suggestion: Rather than write up a specific list of items that are carried (other than weapons, that is), treat the use of equipment like you'd do a Weapon Check. If an item is needed (say, an entrenching tool), have the squad do an Equipment Check. If it succeeds, alrighty then!
Brilliant! I love rules that help you not get bogged down in the details.
--flatline
Re: Basic equipment for a soldier
Posted: Wed May 22, 2013 7:06 pm
by Rockwolf66
I would also suggest reading the memoirs of those who served in a unit that fought in the time period and region the game is set in. Some of the equipment lists are very helpful.
If you are going Marine Recon I suggest the book
Inside Force Reconor some of the Osprey titles.
Marine recon 1940 -90they have a lot more titles that will give you a layman's idea of what was used.