AN: Nothing more than a fact sheet.
Disclaimer: I do not own anything, be it Halo or anything
Organizations and Equipment for the UNSC:
Military:
UNSC Joint Strike Force: the Joint Strike Force is known for their integration of Space, air and, ground combat capabilities. Epitomizing the saying, high speed, low drag, these elite soldiers excel in precision firepower and can rapidly deploy anywhere in the UNSC colonies. Moreover, their stealth technology and the accuracy of their weapons are second-to-none. All JSF soldiers come from every branch of the U.N.S.C. military, as well as numerous intelligence agencies, and even private organizations. Among the organizations the JSF recruits from is Marine Force Recon, the ODST's, the Army Rangers, the Green Berets, and even from the Third Echelon which is a top secret division within ONI, Third Echelon is called upon when standard intelligence gathering is no longer attainable; sending in highly trained field operatives codenamed Splinter Cells which in some cases are better than Spartans in certain situations.
Leader: Jack Mitchell (descendant of Scott Mitchell)
Status: Active
Active Personnel: 900,000
Motto: High Speed, Low Drag
Ghosts: are the elite riflemen of the United Nations Space Command Joint Strike Force. Recruited from all branches of service, individual Ghosts may transfer from a variety of units including, but not limited to, Army Rangers, Delta Force, ODST's, Army Special Forces (Green Berets), and Marine Force Recon teams. They are highly skilled in robotics and in later year's active camouflage. They are also highly skilled at anti-terrorism and are also used in black ops. Also, because of their lighter equipment load outs and precision weapons, they pose a threat to any enemy of the UNSC.
Pioneers: These engineers's are equipped with exoskeleton suits and advanced body armor technologies to complete battlefield tasks such as laying minefields and destroying hostile vehicles. Main weapons of choice are the M250SAW and M90 shotgun
M2A10 Bear: a descendant of the legendary M1A5 Schwarzkopf tank. Created at Taylor industries in the former United States at a unit cost of about 400 million UN credits,The UNSC likes to refer to the M2A10 as the Orion Arm's premier mounted combat system (MBT), and it's easy to see why. This MBT is the pride of the JSF and can endure massive punishment while dealing out the same. Its 120mm smoothbore cannon is capable of blasting apart enemy fortifications, while its advanced fire control system gives it unsurpassed accuracy. Overall it is a fierce machine of war capable for dominating an ever changing battle field.
M120A3 Fastback: Upon first inspection, the M120 Fastback looks like little more than an updated version of infantry fighting vehicle designs used at the close of the 20th and 21st Centuries. However, it represents a huge leap forward in IFV design. It is capable of engaging both ground and airborne targets and can quickly provide transport for a full squad of riflemen or engineers. Faster, more fuel-efficient, deadlier, and tougher than its predecessors, the Fastback incorporates many features pioneered by the UNSC Future Combat Systems program. The M120 is a modular design, so it can quickly be upgraded to suit different mission parameters. Its chain gun can be replaced by an upgraded Anti-Aircraft Rail Gun. Hornet IIIA missiles which can be attached to the vehicle's hull for added anti-armor capability. UNSC commanders will quickly find the Fastback to be an effective and versatile addition to their battalion; their only complaint will be that it cannot be modified for amphibious operations. It sports a 30mm chain gun (or AA rail gun), co-axial 7.64mm MG and carries a crew of 3.
V-45 Gashhawk: the V-45 Gashawk is utilized to deliver infantry to the frontlines. They may be modified for extended useage and deploy troops behind the frontlines for various operations. This support vehicle is exclusively Army as it can be deployed in most atmospheric conditions, but has very little capability in orbit or space. It could carry up to 20 UNSC Army personnel and was manned by 2 crew (A pilot and co-pilot).
VS-45: VTOL designed for both atmospheric and orbital insertion, it could carry 20 UNSC marines or 2 M2A10 battle tanks, while not as durable as the Pelican it is more cost effective and easy to be made in large quantities.
Equipment and Organizations for I.S.A.F. ( Independent State Allied Forces)
Independent State Allied Forces: Formed in the midst of the Human-Covenant War, this federation of 18 outer colonies was originally founded as a mutual defense organization in case the Covenant ever attacked. Mainly Citizens of Russian and Slavic decent, the main launguage everyone speaks is Russian. It has a strained relaitonship with the UNSC including a conflict that resulted in the loss of one of I.S.A.F.'s top ranking colonels.
Civilian Population: 15 billion
Number of colonies: 18
Military:
Spetsnaz Guard Brigade: Soldier for soldier, no force in the Orion Arm can match the Spetsnaz Guard Brigades in terms of raw, brute force. Hardened veterans of I.S.A.F.'s many regional conflicts, these troopers are a highly effective, determined, and deadly force. The Spetsnaz tend to focus on heavy weapons and heavy armor, and often ingeniously modify standard-issue equipment to suit their needs, resulting in vehicles bristling with bolted-on weaponry the original designer never dreamed of including.
Leader: Sergei Izotov
Status: Active
Motto: Any Mission, Any Time, Any Place.
Units:
Wolves (Rifle men): It is without a doubt that the I.S.A.F. Spetsnaz Guard Brigade Wolves believe it is better to be feared than to be loved. They are known for their toughness, brutality, and ruthlessness in combat. This has led to many critics who say that the Wolves are little more than sociopaths and thugs who enjoy killing. However, this criticism is both unfair and untrue. The men and women who make up this group have just seen so much conflict and war that what is considered inhuman to others no longer fazes them. Also, considering them just "thugs" would be a fatal mistake as they are among the most skilled and experienced soldiers in the Orion Arm. I.S.A.F. decided to stay with what works. The AEK-91 and its variants are still in use in 2591, despite being a design that was created in the early 21st century. A number of improvements have been made upon its 5.45mm ammunition, but the rifle itself is essentially unchanged. The only difference is that now arrays of attachments are easily installed on the weapon and the muzzle brake has been improved. Snipers in the Wolves are armed with the OSV-120 sniper rifle. This is the newest and most advanced rifle in the SGB arsenal. When evaluating weapons for SGB use no existing designs met its requirements for a high-caliber sniper rifle. This led to the development of the OSV-120 in 2565. The design was finalized in 2570. Since then the weapon has gained a reputation for reliability and accuracy. The Spetsnaz seem to have a idea of having female snipers because all snipers for the Wolves seem to be female. SGB armor is worn on the inside of the uniform rather than the outside. The armor itself is heavy and can be both uncomfortable and difficult to move around in. It also gives SGB soldiers a large, bulky look. This, combined with the tenacity and determination of your average Wolves soldier, can make an SGB charge a very fearsome sight
Bears (engineers): Their weaponry and equipment may be a bit older, but Spetsnaz Guard Brigade Bears don't let this hinder them. Bears are every bit as experienced as their rifleman brothers in arms. SGB engineers are quick to adapt to any situation at hand. SGB Bears have an assortment of explosive and support weapons in their arsenal. One especially terrifying weapon deployed by these units is the RP-Z3, a rocket-propelled projectile launcher which is loaded with a warhead that contains numerous incendiary pellets. The SGB can also deploy anti-tank hand grenades and poison gas for clearing buildings. For anti-armor use, the unit uses shoulder-launched Mini-Kornet-K HEAT missiles. These units can even deploy the AHM-500 an anti-gunship landmine. This system can fill the sky with nearly 30kg of explosive bomblets when its sensors detect an enemy unit flying overhead. All the equipment used by the Bears is battle-proven. It may not look pretty, but it gets the job done. The same can be said for the Bears themselves. Their uniform requirements are not as strict and they often customize their own gear.
BTR-112: The dual 57mm auto cannons used by the BTR-112 Cockroach are anything but new. 57mm guns have been used for anti-aircraft purposes as far back as the 1950's. Pervious vehicles equipped with these cannons were found to be unsatisfactory for AA applications due to their slow rate of fire and poor fire control systems. Not the BTR-112. Its modernized 57mm auto cannons are "married" to a state-of-the-art fire control computer and are deadly accurate against low-flying airborne threats. 88mm rockets launchers can also attached to the BTR-112 for added firepower. Despite its large guns and huge collection of onboard electronics, the BTR-112 can still comfortably carry a full squad of SGB. It also sported a 125mm smooth bore gun.
T-120 Goliath: The Goliath is a true beast on the battlefield. Its 152mm smoothbore gun is massive and powerful and its armor is one of the toughest in the world. When the T-120 lumbers onto the battlefield it enjoys a level of dominance unheard of since the Panzer IV tanks of World War II. The T-120 can even be fitted with anti-aircraft guns, allowing it to engage nearly any kind of enemy unit it encounters. If there's one thing that ISAF's excelled at, it's making tough armored vehicles. In terms of raw firepower and armor, no other tank in the galaxy matches the T-120. Its massive 152mm smoothbore gun is of a completely new design and dwarfs those of all other tanks. The range and full capabilities of the Goliath's main gun are a tightly kept secret. Standard T-120s are already incredibly lethal, but the SGB has continued to upgrade and modify these behemoths. One popular upgrade is to fit the Goliath with two 27mm anti-aircraft guns, one attached to each side of the turret. The Goliath can also be upgraded with a mine plow that enables it to carve channels through minefields.
Mi-80 Vampire: The Vampire is the largest thrust vectoring military transport in use. Based on a design that first appeared in the early 2500's, this new version is able to carry more than double the weight of its predecessor the Albatross and is used by the SGB to deliver heavy equipment, troops and armor to hot zones over long distances.
Covenant Seperatists:
Covenant Seperatists: Formed towards the end of the Human-Covenant War when the Sangheili learned of the Prophet's lies and decit, Hunters, Jackals, and Grunts soon followed whilst the Yanme'e remained neutral and the Jiralhanae remained stead fast loyal to the Covenant. After the great Schism that lasted for 15 years the Covenant Seperatists were victorious as the Jrilhanae surrendered and the Covenant Destroyed.
Federation of Allied Species: The evolution of the Covenant Seperatists, The Federation of Allied Species is the most recent superpower in the Orion Arm, founded in 2588 to consolidate political and economic power of its member races. a political and military power house it could go toe to toe with either the UNSC or ISAF. The number of stars on their new flag is fixed at 7 each representing a race within the Federation with a blue background. What caused them to be left so alienated from their stongly tied allience with the UNSC is unclear.
Military:
The Enforcer Corps Commandos: includes members that come from many elite special operations groups throughout the federation. This variety is considered an advantage by Federation commanders. Commando units are encouraged to stick with the tactics and doctrines of their original units rather than conform to one universal rule set. This means one group of Enforcer Corps Commandos may behave and function in a manner that is radically different from another. Federation commanders feel that this will help keep their enemies off balance and allow for more specialized deployments. All Enforcer Corps battalions excel in urban and counter-terror operations. Members of the Enforcer Corps Commandos pride themselves on their professionalism and hold themselves up to a very high standard. In a sense, they are the perfect modern-day embodiment of the medieval Knight, chivalrous, brave, and steadfast in their beliefs. However, this should not be mistaken for softness. Enforcer Corps Commandos are capable of carrying out their orders with chilling efficiency and are not afraid to make sacrifices for the "greater good".
Sangheili Special Operations Division: Highly trained and skilled Special Operations forces that excel in stealth, and assasination; although it is mainly made up of Sangeili other Federation Species are also present having passed a physical and psychological test that is extremely brutal with a 80% wash out rate. Those that survive become part of one of the most skilled forces in the Orion Arm cpable of being anypalce and anywhere.
