SPECTRE Devilbirds
Overview
The SPECTRE Devilbirds are STF’s elite conventional infantry force. Structured for flexibility and sustained combat operations, Devilbirds excel in fire and movement, area control, and supporting joint force missions alongside Gryphons or specialized support units.
Devilbirds prioritize coordinated suppression, bounding movement, and layered force composition to dominate the battlespace.
Unit Profile
- Type: Conventional Light Infantry
- Structure: 6-man sections (2x3 buddy teams), scalable to platoon level
- Environment: Mixed terrain, open and urban combat zones
- Gear: NATO-standardized equipment and kits
- Comms: Section net for internal control; platoon net for larger operations
Devilbirds are the backbone of STF operations—resilient, scalable, and mission-flexible.
Mission Set
| Mission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Bounding Assault | Leapfrogging movement under suppressive fire. |
| Area Control | Secure and hold key buildings, intersections, or terrain features. |
| Fire Support | Deliver suppressive fire in support of other maneuver elements. |
| Joint Operations | Support Gryphon entry teams, flank coverage, or blocking maneuvers. |
| Heavy Contact Response | Withstand and return fire in sustained engagements with integrated medics. |
Section Structure
Devilbird sections are made up of two 3-man buddy teams. Each team includes leadership, flexible riflemen, and fire support.
Standard 6-Man Layout
Buddy Team One
| Position | Description |
|---|---|
| Section Lead | Directs team movement and decisions. Loadout is task-dependent. |
| Rifleman | Flexible role; may be assigned a specialized task or function. |
| Support Gunner | Provides suppressive fire or overwatch depending on terrain. |
Buddy Team Two
| Position | Description |
|---|---|
| Section 2IC | Assists Section Lead and assumes command if necessary. |
| Rifleman | Flexible role; may be assigned a specialized task or function. |
| Support Gunner | Second fire support element; complements Team One’s engagement plan. |
Sections are designed for redundancy, allowing independent maneuver when split.
Platoon Composition
A Devilbird platoon consists of three 6-man sections and a 6-man command element. This structure supports sustained, multi-angle engagements.
Platoon Command Element
Buddy Team One
| Position | Description |
|---|---|
| Platoon Leader | Oversees all sections. Coordinates with Overwatch. |
| Rifleman | Versatile role depending on mission need. |
| Support Gunner | Adds suppressive or overwatch capability. |
Buddy Team Two
| Position | Description |
|---|---|
| Platoon 2IC | Coordinates support units and inter-section communication. |
| Rifleman | Assigned based on operational requirement. |
| Support Gunner | Reinforces fire discipline and provides additional coverage. |
Operational Principles
- Fireteam Redundancy: Leadership is mirrored across buddy teams.
- Flexibility First: Riflemen are cross-trained in multiple mission profiles.
- Fire Superiority by Design: Two support gunners per section ensure continuous suppression.
- Scalable Command: Platoon HQ enables Devilbirds to lead multi-section operations independently.
Section Doctrine
- Command Delegation: Sections and buddy teams are trusted to act under mission intent.
- Cover and Maneuver: One team provides suppression while the other advances.
- Fire Discipline: Sectors and priority targets are maintained across the section.
- Joint Integration: Devilbirds work in tandem with Gryphons and support elements to achieve force superiority.