242nd Nightstalkers Infantry Brigade Combat Team

242nd Nightstalkers Infantry Brigate Combat Team

Website: www.242nightstalkers.com
Servers:
72.5.195.222
242 Nightstalkers Operations Server
Teamspeak III: 242nightstalkers.teamspeak3.com
Leader: =242= CPT. Helios
Contact Email(s): 242ndNightstalkers@gmail.com

The 242nd Nightstalkes is an infantry focused, no-nonsense ArmA 3 clan that builds a community around serious fun, skill, and interesting missions. No doubt many of you have seen us around your sever, or have participated in one of our public missions. We've found the 29th ID to be comrades in games of the highest order and hope to see many of you in future games. Here's what we play and where you'll find us.

ArmA 3 Missions
-Pandora: The Insurgency
-Tango Hunt (Modded)
-Tango Hunt (Vanilla)
-Monthly PVE Missions
-DTAS
-Wasteland
-Benny's Capture The Island (Becti)

Stuff that Just ain't ArmA (STAA)
-Mechwarrior: Online (Clan Cloud Cobra registered under Clan Wolf)
-Company of Heroes II
-Company of Heroes (Blitzkrieg Mod)
-DotA 2
-Homeworld: Remastered
-Insurgency
-Wargame: Red Dragon

We're planning on hosting more public missions and hope to see the 29th ID in game in the future.

-CPT. Helios, 242nd Nightstalkers.

Comments

  • edited March 2015

    Alright 29th! It's that time of the month again!

    We're hosting yet another public operation and we're delivering a personal invitation to you guys once again.

    Operation Details:
    Show up on Teamspeak 3: 242nightstalkers.teamspeak3.com at Start time
    Start Time 1930 EST 3/28/15
    Estimated Finish Time: 2330 EST
    Mod preparation Time: 1800 EST (ALL MODS MUST BE PREPARED PRIOR TO 1900 EST)

    > Operation Circuit Breaker

    Background
    Forward In Arms (FIA) is a nascent insurrectionist faction intent on restoring CSAT rule to Altis through the destruction of the current AAF Government. This faction has been highly successful in eroding the both the military and government infrastructures, securing government supplies and equipment, and rallying civilians to their cause through extortion, racketeering, ransom, and bribery.Should the FIA succeed, it would represent yet another massive destabilization of NATO hegemony in the mediterranean region. Despite successful combat operations in and around Agios Dionysios, FIA continues to mount major combat operations in Altis. At 0200 hours last night, FIA sleeper cells on the Molos archipelago seized control of the Molos Airfield and all assets therein, executing all AAF members within the base. Further, a shipping container leaving Altis was secretly carrying a large force of FIA members. This impromptu amphibious assault has left all towns up to Sofia under FIA control.

    Vehicles
    x4 HEMMT - Covered transport truck for infantry squads
    x3 AMV-7 Armored Personnel Carrier
    x1 Slammer Urban MBT

    Infantry
    x4 Rifle Squad (Variable)
    x1 Weapons Team (Variable)
    x1 HQ Section (Variable)

    Positions Open to 29th ID:

    We know you guys really well at this point. We work well together, so you've got the full complement of stuff. To describe what that is, these are the upper limits of what's included in the mission. You are welcome, as was before, to take your pick of any of them for the mission. Just put it down there in writing and we'll keep track for op time.

    Infantryman
    Vehicle Driver
    Vehicle Gunner
    Vehicle Commander
    29th ID APC
    29th ID Slammer Tank
    29th ID only Rifle Squad
    29th ID only Weapons Team with Anti Air, Crew Served Weapons, Heavy Machineguns

    Required Mods - TaskForce Arrowhead Radio - http://www.armaholic.com/page.php?id=23615
    TaskForce Arrowhead Radio IS required to participate!

    Suggested Mods - 242 Nightstalkers modpack - Optional, 138mb
    ArmA 3 Sync http://www.armaholic.com/page.php?id=22199
    ArmA 3 Sync Repository http://72.5.195.222/242a3/public/.a3s/autoconfig
    ArmA 3 Sync Mods are NOT required to Participate but will enhance your gaming experience.

    Approved Mods:
    JSRS Dragonfyre and Blastcore phoenix are no longer allowed due to network problems.

    Operation Details:
    Start Time 1930 EST 3/28/15
    Estimated Finish Time: 2330 EST
    Mod preparation Time: 1800 EST (ALL MODS MUST BE PREPARED PRIOR TO 1900 EST)

    It would be fabulous if you guys could post your signups here
    http://forums.bistudio.com/showthread.php?189496-Public-Event-Open-Invitation-242-Nightstalkers-Operation-Circuit-Breaker-3-28-15
    or
    http://www.reddit.com/r/arma/comments/2y1nug/public_event_open_invitation_242_nightstalkers/
    to generate some more attention for the posts

    You guy know us! Hope to see you there, reply or contact Helios with any questions.
    Website: www.242nightstalkers.com
    Teamspeak 3: 242nightstalkers.teamspeak3.com

  • edited March 2015

    The 242nd Nightstalkers is an infantry focused realism unit that focuses on serious fun. We believe that the experience that ArmA 3 provides: a serious, challenging, teamwork based environment is in of itself the most enjoyable way to play a PC game.

    Our previous operation saw numbers over 40 players in stable, cooperative environment, and we are certain that this one will see even more. There is no discrimination between groups and players.
    **
    Operation Details:**
    Show up on Teamspeak 3: 242nightstalkers.teamspeak3.com at ASSEMBLY time
    Assembly Time 1930 EST Saturday, April 18th, 2015
    Start Time 2000 EST Saturday, April 18th, 2015
    Estimated Finish Time: 2330 EST
    Mod preparation Time: 1800 EST (ALL MODS MUST BE PREPARED PRIOR TO 1900 EST)

    CO55 - Operation Direct Current

    Background
    Forward In Arms (FIA) is a nascent insurrectionist faction intent on restoring CSAT rule to Altis through the destruction of the current AAF Government. This faction has been highly successful in eroding the both the military and government infrastructures, securing government supplies and equipment, and rallying civilians to their cause through extortion, racketeering, ransom, and bribery.Should the FIA succeed, it would represent yet another massive destabilization of NATO hegemony in the mediterranean region. Despite successful combat operations for the past few months by NATO forces, FIA continues to mount major combat operations in Altis against AAF government forces.

    Despite significant efforts over the past few months, FIA forces remain in firm control over the Oreocastro Mountains. Multiple AAF infantry, motorized attacks with the aim of dislodging the FIA forces have all launched to no avail. To complicate matters further, FIA units have compromised several wind turbines in the area. These wind turbines are responsible for providing power to the Oreocastro area and have not been sabotaged. However, the fact that a major part of the Altis power grid is in enemy hands cannot be ignored. In the event of a major offensive, FIA could easily afford to cut power to major airfields in order to disrupt our operations.

    CSAT Officers who have gone turncoat after the events of Operation Circuit Breaker have marked a number of points of interest and have confirmed that CSAT will be arming the FIA directly in order to provide a counterweight to NATO operations.

    Situation - Enemy
    Company plus sized command occupies occupies Oreocastro mountains in a highly complex patrol rotation. These rotations are seemingly random and have now allowed us to directly determine where guards and defenses will be posted at any given time. It is believed that hostile forces attempting to project the appearance of a larger force than is actually present. However,

    ESTIMATIONS
    x3 - x4 Rifle Platoon
    x1 Command Element
    x6-x12 AAF and CSAT motorized Vehicles
    x3-x4 AAF Mechanized Vehicles
    No fewer than 2 Tanks
    x1 Mortar weapon
    x2 CSAT Anti-Aircraft Emplacement
    x4 Manpad squad

    Situation - Friendly
    Nato Motorized Platoon with attached mechanized, armored and helicopter assets totaling 35 infantry soldiers organized into three squads and one headquarters; three AMV-7 IFVs and One Merkava MK IV Urban Warfare tank.

    x4 Rifle Squad each with x1 Titan Missile Launcher, x1 Marksman Weapon and x1 Medium Machinegun
    x1 Weapons Team with x2 Medium Machinegun, x1 Grenade CSW, x1 Titan Missile Launcher
    x2 Merkava MK IV Urban Warfare Tank
    x4 AMV-7 Patria
    AMV

    Infantry
    x4 Rifle Squad (Variable)
    x1 Weapons Team (Variable)
    x1 HQ Section (Variable)

    Mission
    242nd Nightstalkers are tasked with the liberation of the Oreocastro Mountains including Oreocastro Proper, and Oreocastro castle. Company sized force will depart from Forward Base Tanto to secure power plants and powerline objectives at Rasalhague, Steiner and Liao. Investigation of special areas marked out by CSAT turncoats at Objective Marik and seizure of Oreocastro Castle and Oreocastro proper at Objectives Kurita and Davion.

    Objective MARIK - Investigate Intelligence
    Objective RASALHAGUE - Preserve and Secure Powerplant Objective
    Objective STEINER - Preserve and Secure Powerplant Objective
    Objective LIAO - Preserve and Secure Powerplant Objective
    Objective KURITA - Secure Oreocastro Castle, preserve structure integrity.
    Objective DAVION - Secure Oreocastro Proper, preserve town integrity.

    Objective Kurita represents a significant cultural Icon. For obvious reasons, high command is hesitant to drop a JDAM on top of a 1000 year old castle. This objective must be secured, not leveled.

    Execution
    Nightstalkers Elements will move mounted beyond phase-line nova before dismounting due to ATGM threat. Dispersion should be and bases of fire should be established prior to making contact with objective MARIK. Dispersion to secure objectives RASALHAGUE, STEINER and LIAO is up to Company Command. However, maximum force application will be required to secure KURITA and DAVION objectives. Mission will conclude when all assets have returned to base.

    Positions Open:
    Infantryman
    Vehicle Driver
    Vehicle Gunner
    Vehicle Commander

    Required Mods - TaskForce Arrowhead Radio - http://www.armaholic.com/page.php?id=23615

    TaskForce Arrowhead Radio IS required to participate!
    P.S. You can join without it, the squad leaders will help you, but group chat and direct chat SUCKS. Use TFAR and show up on time for the full experience!

    Suggested Mods - 242 Nightstalkers modpack - Optional, 138mb
    ArmA 3 Sync http://www.armaholic.com/page.php?id=22199
    ArmA 3 Sync Repository http://72.5.195.222/242a3/public/.a3s/autoconfig
    ArmA 3 Sync Mods are NOT required to Participate but will enhance your gaming experience.

    Operation Details:
    Assembly Time 1930 EST Saturday, April 18th, 2015
    Mission "Start" Time 2000 EST Saturday, April 18th, 2015
    Estimated Finish Time: 2330 EST
    Mod preparation Time: 1800 EST (ALL MODS MUST BE PREPARED PRIOR TO 1900 EST)

    You guys know the drill. You have your choice of whatever armored vehicles that you guys want (up to 3) and automatic dibs on one 9 man weapons team and one 10 man rifle squad. Let us know what you're into.

  • Hello again 29th ID! The 242nd Nightstalkers is at it again with Mission IV of our very successful public campaign.
    Rundown is the same as it's been: hop in at 1930 EST on May 16th, mission starts at 2000; we run Task-force Arrowhead Radio. Since these past few missions have been such a curb stomp, including Direct Current, I've decided to up the ante on difficulty. Expect a real fight this time!

    Required Modifications: Taskforce Arrowhead Radio
    Accepted Modifications: Shacktac Interface, TSS Nametag

    Show up on Teamspeak 3: 242nightstalkers.teamspeak3.com at ASSEMBLY time

    Assembly Time: 1930 EST Saturday, May 16th, 2015

    Start Time: 2000 EST Saturday, Saturday, May 16th, 2015

    Estimated Finish Time: 2330 EST

    Mod preparation Time: 1800 EST (ALL MODS MUST BE PREPARED PRIOR TO 1900 EST)

    Arc Flash Campaign Mission IV - Operation Toaster Fire

    Forward In Arms (FIA) is a nascent insurrectionist faction intent on restoring CSAT rule to Altis through the destruction of the current AAF Government. This faction has been highly successful in eroding the both the military and government infrastructures, securing government supplies and equipment, and rallying civilians to their cause through extortion, racketeering, ransom, and bribery.Should the FIA succeed, it would represent yet another massive destabilization of NATO hegemony in the Mediterranean region. Pressure from the 242nd Nightstalkers has put the FIA military force on the run as CSAT struggles to make resupply operations. FIA Forces are finally contained within the capital city at Kavala, and the Provisional Government in Pyrgos continues to prepare to reinstate itself following Kavala.

    Last night, a FIA sleeper cell assisted a large force of FIA commandos and regulars in seizing the missile base on Drimea Island. The island was the site of a number of defensive missile systems including: 3 THAAD Block 3 ABM installations, x1 AGM-270 “Artemis IV” anti ship missile battery, x1 GGM-340 “Peacemaker” heavy missile complex, and a fully functional Iron Beam laser point defense complex. Using their sleeper cell, FIA Forces were able to instigate a full system blackout for approximately 30 seconds which allowed their artillery forces shells, helicopters and missile systems to penetrate the area, disorient defenders, and make way for the commando raid.

    This missile installation represents a critical failure on the part of the AAF to defend their own assets. However, this threat cannot be allowed to persist. The 242nd Nightstalkers are tasked with retaking Drimea Island from the AAF forces and restoring the missile system, or denying it to enemy forces.

    We hope to see you there!

  • Thanks for the post and introduction. We look forward to joining in your upcoming operation.

  • edited June 2015

    Longtime no see, 29th!

    Tomorrow at 1900 EST, the 242nd is going to be running a rather relaxed public mission on our server. This is a persistent mission that we've had some runs with, and is currently in a stable position. Unlike the Arc Flash missions, this mission uses optimized, procedural AI generation to ensure the best possible experience while limiting load to all clients. This is a very fun game, and we hope to see you there! We've tried to maintain a high standard for our missions before, and the same standards will apply, but with some more relaxed and fun gameplay. Players will be allowed to JIP, Drop in and out. 29th ID has shown preference to organizing it's own squads and melds well with 242's orbat. If you maintain this preference then we can accommodate you as always. We hope to see you guys tomorrow!

    Required Modifications: Taskforce Arrowhead Radio

    Accepted Modifications: Shacktac Interface, TSS Nametag, ASR_AI3,

    Show up on Teamspeak 3: 242nightstalkers.teamspeak3.com at ASSEMBLY time

    Assembly Time: 1850 EST Tuesday, June 30th, 2015

    Start Time: 1900 EST Tuesday, June 30th, 2015

    Organized operations will finish at around 2130 EST, but the server will remain in operation beyond that time.

    Mission: Classified

  • edited September 2015

    Operation Toaster Fire is back

    To commemorate the end of the Summer, the 242nd will be hosting a special operation. This will be the same Operation Toaster fire that was skipped due to low numbers. We will be revisiting this operation, and the 29th ID is invited to attend. We hope to see the lot of you all there.

    September 5th, 2015 1930 EST Assembly.

    You will have a selection of vehicles and infantry slots to take, as per usual.

  • @242nd Nightstalkers, thanks for the invite. W're going to gather some guys and likely attend.

  • edited June 2016

    Date

    June 18th, 2016 @ 1930 EST

    • Please arrive a few minutes early to coordinate.

    Server Info

    • Teamspeak 3

      • 242nightstalkers.teamspeak3.com at ASSEMBLY time
    • Server IP

      • 72.5.195.222:2302
    • Mission

      • Pandora: The Insurgency
      • Expected Player Count: 30+

    Summary

    The 242nd is hosting a public event for organized tactical-realism units, milsim units, and players interested in coordinated ArmA 3 coop sessions. We extend an invitation to your unit to come in and join us for this event. This event is JIP and respawn enabled. Expect strong organization, a challenging AI opponent, and enjoyable gameplay constraints.

    Assets Offered for your Unit: Please choose any combination of the following

    • x18 Infantry Slots
    • x1 Pilot slot for AH-9, Wildcat, or MH-9
    • x2 Vehicle crew (AI Crew allowed)
    • x1 Slot in the Command Team

    Modifications

    • Required Modifications: CBAA3, Taskforce Arrowhead Radio
    • Accepted Modifications: Shacktac Interface, TSS Nametag, ASR_AI3,

    Additional Info.


    Event direct link

  • edited June 2016

    Always glad to get an invite from the @242nd Nightstalkers. We'll be in touch in the next week or so.

  • edited June 2016

    June 18th Operation Mistwalker (Siege of Kavala)

    Pre-game

    Assembly Time 1900 EST

    Server will be restarted and locked by an administrator at 1900 EST.
    Liaison will ensure that all units have proper settings, understand radio doctrine, and have all systems functioning. All Unit leaders should be present on teamspeak at this time.

    Operation time 1930 EST

    All personnel will join server at 1930 EST. Slotting in will occur once all teams are assembled. It is pertinent to ensure that all personnel are properly loaded into the server prior to mission execution. Join in progress will put unnecessary strain on server assets and loading.

    Team Organization

    • Banshee Platoon (Headquarters, 242nd Nightstalkers, 2MRB)
    • CPT. Helios, 242nd Nightstalkers - Platoon CO, General Administrator
    • 2LT. Sabre, 242nd Nightstalkers - Platoon XO, Secondary Administrator
    • Attached Commander from 29th ID - Tentative
    • Attached Commander from 2MRB - Tentative
    • First Section - 242nd Nightstalkers
    • Second Section - 242nd Nightstalkers
    • Third Section - 2MRB
    • Fourth Section - 29th ID
    • Fifth Section - 29th ID

    • Ares Platoon (Armor) - 242nd Nightstalkers

      • To be Decided
    • Odin Team - Pathfinders, S&D, Recon Team- 75th RRC

      • 1SG LeClair - Detachment Commander
    • Sandy Team - CAS Support - 24th SOW, 242nd Nightstalkers

      • To Be Decided
    • Skypig - Helo Transportation - 24th SOW, 75th RRC, 242nd Nightstalkers

    Team Radio Network

    • 41.1 - Banshee First Section
    • 42.1 - Banshee Second Section
    • 43.1 - Banshee Third Section
    • 44.1 - Banshee Fourth Section
    • 45.1 - Banshee Fifth Section
    • 46.1 - Ares Vehicle Network
    • 47.1 - Banshee Platoon Command Network
    • 50.1 - Odin Team
    • 39.0 - All Aircraft

    Command Section Callsigns - All must be present on channel 46.

    • Banshee 1 - First Squad (242nd)
    • Banshee 2 - Second Second (242nd)
    • Banshee 3 - Third Squad (2MRB)
    • Banshee 4 - Fourth Squad (29th ID)
    • Banshee 5 - Fifth Squad (29th ID)
    • Banshee 6 Actual (XO) - Platoon Executive (Sabre)
    • Banshee 7 Actual (CO) - Platoon Command / Administrator (Helios)
    • Ares 6 (Actual) - Ares Platoon Commander
    • Ares 5 (XO)
    • Odin (Actual)
      Section Leaders and Vehicle Commanders must have the platoon Headquarters set as their alternate radio channel.
      Aircraft may listen into this channel, but are not required to.

    Default Section Layout

    Adjustments can be made upon request and confirmation

    • Section Leader - MXGL (Smoke) + MMG ammo
    • Combat First Responder MXC and Medkit
    • Machinegunner - Nato MMG
    • Section Assistant Leader - MX
    • Automatic Rifleman - MXSW
    • Grenadier - MX3GL
    • Rifleman Anti Tank - PCML
    • Marksman - MXM

    Mission Overview - Image Hyperlinked for size

    General instructions subject to change loosely based on friendly force composition at operation start time. However, general plan of action follows.

    Convoy Ordering

    • M4A1 Slammer
    • M4A1 Slammer UP
    • IFV-6C Panther (Headquarters)
    • AMV-7 Marshall
    • Banshee 1 through 5 (In trucks)
      All remaining vehicles (Hunters, etc) will trail the convoy.

    Phaselines

    • Phaseline Blue
      Convoy proceeds through support-base Shati towards firebase red, confirm all units present and on radio before entering combat zone.
      All Units assume alert stance and prepare for contact.

    • Phaseline Red
      75-80% of sections assault Objective Sagittarius
      Remaining 20% of sections assault Objective Libra
      Regroup behind Phaseline white mountain Range

    • Phaseline Orange
      All Sections assault Objective Aquarius.
      Singular Section may be required to take territories along ASR Baker
      Phaseline Yellow. Sections are to divide equally and take objectives Ares and Virgo. Once both objectives have been secured, both forces to advance into Objective Sathanas simultaneously.

    • Phaseline Yellow - LOA is Kavala Drainage Ditch

    • Phaseline Pink Mission Conclusion, Final Limit of Advance, Return to base.
  • Thanks again for the invite @242nd Nightstalkers.

    We are all set and looking forward to a great event.

  • This Weekend, Saturday November the 11th, the 242nd Nightstalkers will be hosting a public operation at 1930 EST.
    This operation will shadow our standard operations in complexity, rulesets, and difficulty, but will use a very accessible modpack to allow others to join in on the fun. Expect many roles to be fulfilled, from infantrymen and medics, to tank crewmen and combat pilots. The enemy will be a well-equipped, aggressive foe capable of dynamically employing artillery and airpower to support their ground teams, and hold their objectives against the NATO advance. Our past few operations saw a strong player count, and we hope to see increased counts for these sessions. This campaign has been a long time in the running, attending persons will join a hard-fought battle spanning over half a dozen missions. Those who choose to continue to attend the sessions will see the effects of their actions reflected in future missions, success, or failure.

    Details:
    QUICK START LAUNCHER: http://72.5.195.222/242a3/242Launcher/Mods/242NightstalkersPublic_autoupdate/242 Nightstalkers Public Launcher.exe
    Server IP: 72.5.195.222:2302
    Teamspeak 3: 242nightstalkers.teamspeak3.com
    Start time: 1930 EST
    Recommended Assembly Time: 1900 EST

    Modset:
    RHSAFRF
    RHSUSAF
    RHSGREF
    RHSSAF
    CUPTERRAINS
    CBAA3
    ACE3
    ACE3 RHSAFRF COMPATIBILITY
    ACE3 RHSGREF COMPATIBILITY
    ACE3 RHSUSAF COMPATIBILITY
    ARES ACHILLES
    TASKFORCE RADIO
    SHACTAC UI
    MRB AIR VISIBILITY

    Schedule:
    1930 EST - Warmup Tango Hunt (This is a quick session which allows players to perform troubleshooting, and get acclamated to the environment before the main mission)
    2000 EST - Campaign Mission 04
    2200 EST - Campaign Mission 05 (If Attendnace Allows)

    Slots Open:
    Infantry - ∞
    Crewmen - Up to 3 Crews depending on attendance
    Pilots - Up to 3 Aircraft depending on Attendance

  • Thanks for the invite. We'll see who we can rustle up.

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